One with the oceans

Article Abstract:

Torroba has performed many boating feats including crossing the Pacific in a 24-ft engineless sloop. He mastered the art of navigating without a compass. He built a catamaran in the Philippines for himself and his new wife, for another adventure of sailing across the South China sea to China.

Usage, Personal narratives, Behavior, Achievements and awards, Biography, Boats and boating, Boating, Boats, Sailing, Single-handed, Sailors, Single handed sailing, Nautical astronomy, Celestial navigation, Torroba, Alberto

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High adventure, low budget

Article Abstract:

Pete and Annie Hill's book 'Voyaging on a Small Income' relates how they were able to travel around the world on a small budget. The primary idea is that one should live simply and do away with luxuries such as dining in restaurants, renting cars and traveling by airplane.

Finance, Criticism and interpretation, Sailing, Voyaging on a Small Income (Book)

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In the company of giants

Article Abstract:

Production sailboats often require modifications to enhance safety and functionality. Some of the items that may need improvements are the hull and deck, rigging and masthead, sails, engine, navigation and electronics equipment, anchors, and electrical power sources.

Equipment and supplies, Sailboats

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