Posts by 1captainbill

opening bridges via radio

How Request a Bridge Opening via VHF Radio 

Navigating Bridges At some point in your boat travels, you may have to request a bridge opening.  If you have never navigated a bridge, you may feel intimidated by the...

spearfishing in the bahamas

Spearfishing in the Bahamas

We think it is important to point out what spearfishing is all about. You may think you just simply go swimming and wait for a fish to come up to...

5 Things to Consider when Purchasing an Inflatable Dinghy

In the past year we have owned three different kinds of inflatable dinghies. Your personal preferences and budget will ultimately determine the dinghy you will need, but here are the...

Dominican Republic Despacho Explained

When you leave a port of entry in the Dominican Republic, you must acquire a “Despacho” from the Navy to declare your next port of entry. What is a Despacho?...

Repair a Hypalon Dinghy DIY-Style

It all starts with a story…While riding on our Highfield Hypalon Inflatable Dinghy, I ran up on some sharp debris close to shore that punctured a few pinholes into our...

Millennium Pro-M Series Boat Seat

Review: Millennium Pro-M Series Boat Seat

The Millennium Pro-M Series boat seat is a simple and affordable option for lightweight catamarans, like ours, or fishing boats. I’ve sailed a few thousand miles leaving the seat exposed...