Home>Free Stuff>Articlesfrom Dave Crane & Judy Brum, S/V Revenir, Planet Earth:
Trish, you've managed to compile a lot of very valuable information for cruisers and cruiser wannabe's into an easy-to-navigate format. I found the info to be interesting and to the point. We've been "out there" for over 3 years (currently in El Salvador) and are still learning, so please keep the articles coming!
Cruise-Mo Quizzes
You've heard of Cosmo Quizzes, right? Well, these are Cruise-Mo Quizzes. Designed for the skipper and first mate to answer independently of one another, they will help pinpoint each person's hopes, fears, and expectations so that the best plans can be laid. Cruise-Mo Quizzes are integral parts of each of my eBooklets. They will be useful in defining your own cruising style, and will give you the basis for applying the information, anecdotes, and suggestions that each booklet contains to your own situation. Cruise-Mo Quiz #1: What Is Cruising?
This quiz covers notions that many of us aren't even conscious about! These notions form the basis of any cruising plan. My intent here is to assist you to clearly understand your own definition of cruising by raising points for your consideration. Cruise-Mo Quiz #2: Narrowing Down the Choices
This is a 10-question multiple choice quiz that is part of the THS Cruising Series #2 ebooklet. It covers some of the factors that influence a cruising boat buying decision. You can either fill it in yourself to help crystallize your thinking, or submit your answers to me to get my input. Cruise-Mo Quiz #3: Prioritizing Equipment
Here is a list of 50 items that figure into the fitting out equation. It is by no means an exhaustive list, but it does cover many of the key items that people consider when getting the boat ready to cruise. You can prioritize the list, then compare your answers to mine.
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Trish’s Lists
With two decades of cruising under my belt, I have lots of opinions and preferences about my boat, what I want (and don't want) on it, and the style of cruising I prefer. I also have fond memories of places I've been and things I've done. Here are some lists that cover my preferences and favorites, along with general information of use to cruisers. Back to top
Skip's Tips
Skip Randall is my skipper/husband, the man who puts up with me. He is a writer in his own right, and will be contributing to Take Her Sailing whenever his muse visits. This section contains the lists that accompany many of his articles.- 13 Creature Comforts for a Liveaboard Life
- 9 Essentials for "On-Deck" Grab and Run
- Dealing with the Seasons
- 10 Essentials for Reluctant Single Handing
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Geographic Information
This is a collection of information about some of the places I've cruised. Right now it is heavy on Panama information; these are excerpts from my now out of print cruising guide Panama By Water. I will be adding information on other areas so check back frequently! Back to top
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