Fuel is needed in light winds, but also to produce electricity. Even the purists who oppose the use of the engine must foresee a daily consumption in the range of 2 to 4 liters just for battery charging! During the Rally, where motoring is often required to keep the timetable, we ran our engine for over 2000 hours, of which … Continua a leggere→

In a long-distance voyage, reprovisioning is a constant preoccupation every time a land is touched: the boat is constantly chock-full of foodstuff, both in preparation for long passages and because you never know when you will have your next opportunity to do some shopping! At the same time, shopping around is a good way to merge into the locals’ way … Continua a leggere→