sailing biscay

Sailing Biscay

Sailing across the Bay of Biscay presents unique challenges for even the most adventurous sailing enthusiast. The explanation lies in the unique geographical location of the bay. It is situated in the northeast Atlantic Ocean, south of the Celtic sea. 

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mercator maps

Mercator Maps

Gerardus Mercator was born on the fifth of March, 1512 in Rupelmonde in Belgium. A cartographer, geographer and cosmographer, Mercator was to contribute his own form of projection that would change the face of map mapping. Mercator set out to find a solution to the problem of displaying the world, a sphere, on a flat surface.  This followed Ferdinand Magellan’s conclusive demonstration that the world was in fact a sphere and not flat.

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more crewing posts spring 2017

More Crewing Posts Spring 2017

More Crewing Posts Spring 2017

Here are a few more crewing posts Spring 2017 from Lovesail members this spring.  If you are interested in any of them then please log into your account and click on the crewing section link.  If you are not a member of Lovesail then why not take a look at our friendly online dating and social networking site for sailing enthusiasts.

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jules verne trophy

The Jules Verne Trophy

The Jules Verne Trophy

Named for the author Jules Verne, who, in 1872, sent his protagonist Phileas Fogg off around the world in an attempt to circumnavigate it in 80 days or fewer, the Jules Verne trophy is one that quickens the pulse of any sailor, no matter their age.
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kraken

The Kraken

It’s been around for hundreds of years, features in myths, legends, and stories, has allegedly sunk hundreds of ships, killed thousands of sailors and has become something of a movie star. So what exactly is the Kraken?

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historic ketch sailing opportunity

Historic Ketch Crewing Opportunity

Historic Ketch Crewing Opportunity – SV Irene

The team at S.V. Irene*, a historic ketch, has contacted Lovesail with a great opportunity to pass onto our members. Irene is looking to find 2 deckhands for a free working passage this March from the Canaries to the Solent. If you fancy putting your name forward for this free trip aboard this amazing craft please contact: julie@spindriftsail.co.uk

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crewing opportunities spring 2017

Crewing Opportunities Spring 2017

The latest crewing opportunities Spring 2017 from Lovesail members.  If any pique your interest then log into your account and visit the crewing section.  If you are not a member of Lovesail then why not check us out, we are a global online dating and social networking site for sailing enthusiasts.

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