Before setting out into bigger adventures we thought it best to try the Witch on a little sail first. With roughly 40NM each way we set course to Falmouth on the 22nd and had an overall pleasant beat / reach all the way. Had we got up earlier and we’d have made it in daylight, Read More
Any excuse is good to go up the mast. NOT, if you’re like me and scared of heights. This time it was to install the new LED lights which are brighter and consume less energy. Having to winch up someone on the heavy side is no easy task so always choose your climber carefully, the Read More
May has been a busy month for the Witch. With the big crossing in mind which will lead us to France and hopefully across Biscay in two weeks, the list of things to buy, fix, and prepare is/was nearly endless. I don’t think I can remember everything that we did anymore as it has been Read More
So it *seems* flying a spinnaker isn’t that difficult, all you need is a Jacob for the helm and a Mike to know what he’s doing! It doesn’t look too complicated when you’re mostly just watching and learning, although I bet it is. At long last after 5 years, the Witch has finally flown her Read More
The Witch in winter and how to grow your cleats.
Ordered from the factory in Denmark a few weeks back and installed by David, this new Flexofold folding propeller is not only beautiful but also allows the Witch to make 6.5 knots over water, a significant improvement over its predecessor which could only do 4 knots.
Half-done, hard work.
Such is the power of corrosion…
Quick update to post some long due news about the Witch. She was lifted out of the water in April for a much needed maintenance and is currently standing on a cradle in a boatyard in Cornwall while we carry out repair work. A lot of wood sanding, treating, paiting and varnishing has been done Read More
After 4 months of engine repairs the Witch is finally back and ready to sail again. Oil and impeller changed yesterday followed by a successful test drive up the river Tamar. Let the season begin. Engine cooling Video