You may have heard of the Drake Passage, one of the most feared stretches of water in the world. Yet it is also one of the most remarkable. In fact, it is the only completely unhindered ocean passage on the planet.
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Sailing Cape Horn
Cape Horn is located on Isla Hornos and is widely regarded as the southernmost point of South America. The island sits at the southern tip of the Tierra del Fuego archipelago and marks the northern boundary of the strait separating South America from Antarctica, known as the Drake Passage.
Cowes Week – Fascinating Facts
Fascinating facts about this famous regatta.
With Cowes Week starting this weekend, here are some fascinating facts you may not know about this iconic sailing regatta.
Sailing Origami
Fun Paper Folding Ideas for Life On Board
What is Origami?
Origami is the traditional Japanese art of folding paper into shapes and sculptures. The word comes from ori, meaning folding, and kami, meaning paper.
The Real Robinson Crusoe
Who Was the Real Robinson Crusoe?
The 1719 novel Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe traces the tumultuous voyages and ultimate survival of a man with an unshakable lust for the sea. Since its publication, the story has sparked ongoing debate about who may have inspired the book’s famous castaway.
So, who was the real Robinson Crusoe?
SS Varvassi
The Wreck off the Needles
Introduction
The SS Varvassi was a 3,874‑ton Greek merchant steamship that became infamous after running aground off the Needles Lighthouse, Isle of Wight, on 5 January 1947.
The Niagara Scow
I recently came across the fascinating story of the Niagara scow and decided to learn more and share it with you. The Niagara scow, also known as the Iron Scow or Old Scow, refers to a dredging scow that was marooned upstream of the famous Niagara Falls in 1918.
The Folk Boat
Editor’s note: This memoir was written by Lovesail member Gandalpuss back in 2018. It’s a beautifully told story of a Folkboat in Brittany and a mysterious encounter on the water. We love sharing our members’ sailing memories like this.
IndigoBlue Chocolate Recipe
IndigoBlue Chocolate Recipe – Galley Recipes
This simple homemade chocolate recipe was originally shared with the Lovesail community by one of our members, IndigoBlue. It’s an easy, no-bake treat that’s ideal to make on board, withingredients that store well and require very little preparation.
Bristol Pilot Cutters
Masters of the Bristol Channel
The Bristol Channel is a notoriously challenging stretch of water. With the second-highest tidal range in the world, navigating its powerful currents, shifting sandbanks, and frequent strong winds requires great skill and deep local knowledge.