Tag: Organization

How to prepare for an ocean passage?

What if the hardest part of a long crossing was actually setting off? We’ve all imagined ourselves on a sailboat one day, setting off on an adventure, but very few of us have followed up on the dream.

Have you always dreamed of crossing the English Channel, sailing to the Balearics or making a transatlantic crossing, but never dared to set off?

Customize your own boat checklist

Since its launch, Ready4Sea has offered a complete set of standard checklists. We developed these on the basis of our own experience, in collaboration with professionals. We would like to thank them for agreeing to co-construct this invaluable tool. But every boat, every situation and every way of doing things is different. That’s why having…

How to successfully charter a boat?

Whether you’re an experienced sailor or a beginner eager to set sail, chartering provides flexibility and a variety of options to suit your needs and budget.

[ Interview ] Romain, sailing around the Mediterranean

With three buddies, Romain sailed around the Mediterranean after graduating. They chose an Océanis 390 which they refitted themselves. He tells us about the work they did, the problems they encountered and how they divided up the tasks. An uncompromising look at what worked and what didn’t, and how to better maintain your boat.