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24m Wally Rose wins the Superyacht Cup Palma

After three days of racing at the Superyacht Cup Palma, the 24-metre Wally sailing yacht Rose was crowned overall winner, becoming the first Wally to win Europe's longest-running superyacht regatta.

With two wins in Class B already on account, Rose began the final day of racing in pole position and secured the final win for a perfect scoreline — but only by five seconds on corrected time with Swan 100 Onyx and crew nipping at her transom, finishing second in class .  

Speaking at the prizegiving ceremony held on the terrace of the Real Club Náutico de Palma, Rose's tactician Jesper Radich said: "This year was amazing for us — at times it was difficult but by the end we had super conditions. It was windy, it was sunny, it was shifty, so not a straightforward course and you really had to make decisions on every leg. We only won by five seconds, and it doesn't get any closer than that after two hours of racing. I've done a lot of match racing and that was what it was like out there, a lot of fun."

Three of the five yachts competing in Class B were making their Superyacht Cup Palma debut Close competition, including Onyx, Lady M and 2021 Millenium Cup winner Miss Silver. 

Class A saw close contest too with the J Class classic Velsheda claiming victory with two race wins, finishing a point ahead of her J Class rival and former class winner Svea , who posted a 2-2-2 scoreline. Both were clear of Vitters sailing yacht Ribelle — who won day two — and Pattoo .

"We have just come out of a major refit, so it was great to be here, one hundred per cent," said the skipper of Velsheda Barney Henshaw-Depledge. "We had a good first day and then the second was more painful as we were OCS, but today I guess we got lucky. We have had ups and downs in Palma but it's great and the conditions are so good. It's been great."

The Superyacht Cup Palma 2024 will be held from 19 June to 22 June.

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Sailing Ruby Rose: Nick and Terysa’s Net Worth and New Boat (2023)

Everything you always wanted to know.

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Sailing Ruby Rose for 2023.

Over the last 2 and a bit years, I have spent around 75 hours watching and researching everything I could about Sailing Ruby Rose so you don’t have to.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Nick and Terysa 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➔ How Nick and Terysa afforded their boat

➔ How they make their money today

➔ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➔ How you can start crossing oceans

Then you’ve definitely come to the right place.

Before we start, a quick introduction from me…

The Cruising Freedom Author

Ahoy, Matey! I’m Joshua from Australia.

I’ve built the perfect business to sail the world.

A business model which can allow me to:

➜ Own a catamaran debt-free

➜ Go for weeks without WIFI

➜ Create semi-passive income

➜ Inspire others to dream big

But more on that later… 🙂

Sailing Ruby Rose FAQs (April 2023)

Ruby Rose (previously) flying a London flag, and Ruby Rose 2 (future).

They were currently leasing a Seawind 1260 in Australia but this ended several months ago.

Crew Members

Nick Fabbri (49) and Terysa Vanderloo (34) who, after dating for almost 10 years, Nick has NOT proposed to Terysa so they aren’t engaged to be married.

Terysa is originally from Adelaide, just like me.

Sailing Ruby Rose previously owned a Southerly 38 monohull which they had owned for 7+ years and sailed 20,000 nautical miles. Nick and Terysa ordered a Seawind 1370 in mid 2020, and this catamaran will be the first of the 1370 series off the production line.

Nick and Terysa made many upgrades to their first sail boat:

➔ Cockpit enclosure ( Nick made this himself )

➔ Code Zero, Parasailor and Storm Jib.

➔ Custom marine mattresses for the aft cabin

➔ Solar, wind and hydro power upgrades

➔ Coffee Machine (yes, really…!)

➔ Apple TV, Television and Blu-Ray Player

According to Instagram and YouTube, they are in Saigon, Vietnam at the Seawind factory. They are visiting the factory and doing some work on their new boat.

This shows that they’re up to date on their videos.

Past Cruising

Nick and Terysa have sailed in the following regions:

➔ British Virgin Islands (BVI)

➔ Canary Islands

➔ England (Nick’s original home)

➔ France (including the canals)

➔ Peurto Rico

➔ US Virgin Islands

➔ Caribbean

➔ United States of America

➔ Australia

Affording It

Nick worked as a dentist with his own practice in England, while Terysa worked as a paramedic in her original hometown of Adelaide, Australia. The couple met more than 10 years ago on a group tour in India and began dating soon afterwards.

Between personal savings and the sale of Nick’s dentistry practice, the couple was able to afford their first boat, the Southerly 38. At the time, it was almost 2x their initial budget but provided them an excellent base in which to do ocean crossings.

Cruising couples on YouTube are often millionaires…

As of 2023, Sailing Ruby Rose has a net worth of $1,800,000 USD.

This is based on the value of their new catamaran ($900k alone), online business and stock portfolio.

Making Loot

In 2023, Sailing Ruby Rose makes their money with:

➔ YouTube advertising revenue

➔ Affiliate links on YouTube videos

➔ Merchandise on their website

➔ Their hundreds of Patreon members

➔ Brand sponsorships (while remaining unbiased)

They aren’t making peanuts here.

Sailing Ruby Rose makes around $12,500 per month on YouTube which is just enough to keep sailing.

They have worked hard to build a strong following and a remarkable reputation through their channel.

Collaborations

Sailing Ruby Rose have collaborated with the following YouTubers:

➔ Gone With The Wynns (5x episodes)

➔ Distant Shores TV

➔ Sailing Uma

Big Moments

➔ The worst moments for Sailing Ruby Rose are the numerous meltdowns between Nick and Terysa

➔ The best moments are boat reviews and unbiased feedback with a viewer scoring system

➔ Their most popular video is ‘How Much Does It Cost To Sail Around The World?’ and I have an excellent guide here .

Future Plans

Sailing Ruby Rose will transform into Sailing Ruby Rose II with a Seawind 1370. They plan on exploring Australia and Asia for the foreseeable future.

Key Takeaways

Nick and Terysa are truly young and free while staying true to their values. Their engaged audience sees the raw vulnerability and honest glimpse of #boatlife for budget-conscious cruisers.

They didn’t wait for the million-dollar catamaran and instead, used the resources which were available to them at the time.

Later, they capitalized on their following and struck a great deal with Seawind. Fun fact: I’m buying a Seawind for my circumnavigation too.

Both Nick and Terysa also remind us that boats at boatshows aren’t a true representation of what a boat can and can’t handle.

I expect Sailing Ruby Rose to continue their sailing travels for at least the next 3 to 5 years. You can bet I’ll be tuned in until the end!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Nick, Terysa and their travels…

Some say I’m obsessed, but sailing the world is my childhood dream.

They’re living the dream, but that dream isn’t actually that far away.

I mentioned earlier about discovering the #1 cruising business model.

With this exciting opportunity, I’ll be able to:

➜ Generate a sustainable full-time income through learning basic skills

➜ Fund the purchase of my first sailing catamaran without any loans

➜ Do it without selling to friends and family (I found a better solution!)

➜ Share my lifetime passion for sailing, cruising and global adventures

Keen to discover more? Jump on the free training right now. 👨🏻‍💻

(I share more about it on the next page…🙂)

LET'S GO SAILING!

41-footer to cruise the world.

After the Annapolis Boat Show, Nick and Terysa joined us for a Seawind 1260 test sail. Let's look at how the Seawind 1260 performs and why it's a sailors' top choice!

RUBY ROSE ON THE SEAWIND 1260

The Remarkable Seawind 1260 loved by Sailing Yacht Ruby Rose. Check out the video to see why the Seawind 1260 got top marks in their critical review series!

SEAWIND 1600 WINS INAUGURAL REVIEW SERIES

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Nick and Terysa said it all! The Seawind 1600 is “such a worthy winner” – beating a large and diverse field of catamarans, some of which are far more expensive. And this award is particularly remarkable due to the voting system used – it was the public vote that placed the 1600 first. The Seawind 1600 is undoubtedly the class leader, not just by sales success, but as regarded by the public.

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Below deck: everything to know about charter guest erica rose.

Erica Rose made a splash as a Below Deck Sailing Yacht charter guest. Learn more about her life before the popular nautical reality show.

• Seasoned captain Glenn Shephard and crew were unsure if they would go through with the charter after crashing the boat twice.
• Erica Rose, known for her appearance on The Bachelor, is now a lawyer and a partner at the Rose Sanders Law Firm.
• Erica and her friends made quite an impression on Below Deck Sailing Yacht, bringing drama and excitement to the show.

Below Deck Sailing Yacht season 2 introduced charter guest Erica Rose, and it's time to learn more about her. She joined the Parsafil crew alongside several friends to enjoy a mini-getaway in Croatia. However, the crew was getting annoyed with her and her friends, as they were more demanding than the crew expected. Second stewardess Dani even had to give one of the guests a massage because she felt stressed out due to being on a yacht 24/7, surrounded by her friends. As fans await Below Deck Sailing Yacht season 5 , previous charter guests should be revisited.

Before Erica and her group of girlfriends joined the yacht, seasoned captain Glenn Shephard and the rest of the crew were unsure if they would go through with the charter after crashing the boat twice. While Captain Glenn was parking the yacht by the dock, a mechanical error occurred that short-circuited the thrusters. This caused him to crash into the pier. Luckily, no one was hurt, but a significant amount of cosmetic damage was done to the back of the boat. However, Erica Rose and her friends were able to board the Parsifal. The drama on Below Deck Sailing Yacht is just one of the reasons all the shows in the franchise are some of the best reality TV shows .

Erica Rose Was On The Bachelor

Before Erica Rose was known as the second to last charter guest on Below Deck Sailing Yacht , she was known as a contestant on The Bachelor . Erica competed on The Bachelor season 9 in 2006. Prince Lorenzo Borghese was the leading man during that season. The lawyer exited the limo wearing a bejeweled tiara to prove to the Prince that she was ready to become his princess. However, Erica was not destined to be his princess, as she was eliminated after three weeks. Soon after being eliminated, Erica appeared on the first season of the VH1 reality series You're Cut Off! and later starred in two seasons of the now-canceled The Bachelor spin-off, Bachelor Pad (via Distractify ).

Erica Rose Is A Lawyer

Since her early days as a reality star, Erica has started a family and grown her career as a lawyer. After she left The Bachelor , she attended the University of Houston Law Center for four years and later obtained her Master's Degree in Entertainment Law from Southwestern Law School. Erica and her now-husband, Charles Sanders, are partners at the Rose Sanders Law Firm PLLC. Before she found love with Charles, she was engaged to fellow lawyer Galen Gentry. They welcomed a daughter, Holland Rose Madelaine Gentry, born in September 2016. After she married Charles in 2017, the couple welcomed their daughter, Aspen Rose Sanders.

Erica may have moved on from her The Bachelor days, but she still enjoys being on camera. Her time on Below Deck Sailing Yacht may have ended, but she and her friends made quite an impression on the show. Hopefully, there will be equally exciting games in seasons to come.

Sources: Distractify

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10 Below Deck Charter Guests Who Will Never Return To The Franchise

• Some charter guests on Below Deck have caused unnecessary drama and won't likely return due to bad behavior.
• Captain Glenn Shephard from Below Deck Sailing Yacht faced backlash from Barrie, who called him two-faced.
• Former guest Dr. Francis Martinis will not return to Below Deck after he was arrested for faking prescriptions.

The Below Deck franchise has featured many charter guests since 2013, many of whom will never return . The Bravo series focuses on expensive charters with wealthy guests who have attitude problems and over-the-top demands. That includes Charter guest Alexis Bellino, who boarded Captain Lee Rosbach’s yacht with her boyfriend at the time, Andy Bohn. She was disrespectful and made everyone uncomfortable with her and Andy's PDA. She even insulted crew members after featuring on the show.

Like Alexis, Delores Flora from Below Deck season 8 was a terrible guest. Not only did she misbehave, but she also got drunk and s wam while intoxicated, which is not only not allowed, it frightened the crew members. Delores got kicked out of the yacht the next day. These guests created unnecessary drama on the boat and will likely never return like a few others from the franchise.

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Barrie & tony, below deck sailing yacht.

Barrie and Tony Drewitt Barlow had a decent time in the Below Deck Sailing Yacht seasons 2 and 3. Despite that, they left with a bitter taste because of Captain Glenn Shephard. In 2021, Barrie participated in a podcast, Pita Party: The Podcast , where he claimed that Captain Glenn bothered him while using his phone .

Barrie said, “he (Captain Glenn) was a two-face b*stard,” adding that he just didn’t like his presence.

Below Deck Mediterranean

In Below Deck Mediterranean season 7, Charter guest Frank Fay had a thing for second stew Kyle Viljoen. He pursued him on the yacht, but unfortunately, their relationship didn’t last. Frank will likely never return to the series as long as Captain Sandy Yawn allows Kyle to work for her. Even if Kyle quits, Frank wouldn’t want to be in an environment that would remind him of his failed relationship.

Erica Rose appeared on Below Deck Sailing Yacht two seasons in a row. Erica was highly offensive toward the crew member, as well as her husband, Charles Sanders, and to make things worse, she left the crew with a measly tip , leading fans to slam her on social media. Ultimately, Erica had to apologize for her bad attitude but never returned to give the crew the tip they deserved. Nobody on Below Deck Sailing Yacht would ever want to return.

Justin Guarini

Justin Guarini’s time on Below Deck Sailing Yacht was not dramatic at all; however, he’ll probably never return to the series. Justin wouldn’t return because he wasn't the primary guest. He joined his friend, Kim, who wanted to enjoy a luxury yacht trip. It was more of a one-and-done deal. Secondly, nobody recognized him at all. Viewers later realized who he was and how he was the runner-up on American Idol season 1. Justin is a theatre artist and has made a name for himself. However, it was embarrassing that so many fans had no clue who he was .

Below Deck: 8 Charter Guests With The Worst Attitudes

Johnny damon.

Johnny Damon’s time at Below Deck Med was full of explosive moments. Once, he sent the food back, citing that the experience wasn’t “five stars.” On another occasion, his wife, Michelle, created drama by yelling at the owner of another yacht . Overall, the experience was simply terrible on both sides. Crew members didn’t love Johnny and his wife, and the couple didn’t respect the crew members. It is unlikely that Captain Sandy would want to host the couple again as long as she’s in charge.

Krystal Murphy

Former charter guest Krystal Murphy boarded Captain Lee’s yacht with her friends. She immediately began showing red flags, drinking, and just being a menace. Krystal fought with her friend, Chelsea, creating unnecessary drama. She even passed out and punched a friend in the face. Former Chief Stew Kate Chastain disliked serving Krystal and called her a “spoiled brat;” she wanted to throw her off the yacht. Nowadays, Krystal has seemingly become a more private person. It doesn’t seem like Krystal would want to be on TV again.

Steve Bradley

Below Deck fans should remember Steve Bradley as he made many appearances on the show. In Below Deck season 3, he wanted a foam party and demanded the crew to figure it out and follow his commands, acting like a king. In Below Deck season 6, Steve made more outrageous requests. Apart from being a wild guest, Steve was entitled and acted inappropriately at times . No Below Deck captain would want to host him again as he didn't come off as very likable.

Dr. Francis Martinis

Below deck mediterranean & below deck sailing yacht.

Dr. Francis Martinis from Below Deck Med and Below Deck Sailing Yacht has a zero chance of returning. While the former charter guest didn’t have too many issues on the show, his personal life issues will stop him from appearing on Bravo again. According to TMZ , Dr. Francis and his wife, Jessica, were arrested for filling out fake prescriptions in December 2023 . The couple used the names of Below Deck stars and got caught red-handed. The Below Deck franchise would never want to welcome felons, especially when their mugshots are all over the internet.

Below Deck airs Mondays at 9 p.m. EDT on Bravo.

Sources: Pita Party: The Podcast , Krystal Murphy /Instagram

Below Deck is a popular reality TV franchise that focuses on a group of crew members as they work on luxurious yachts and cater to their client's needs. After the original series proved to be a success, Bravo developed a handful of spinoff shows including Below Deck Selling Yacht, Below Deck Adventure, Below Deck Down Under, and Below Deck Mediterranean.

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50m  /  164'1 | perini navi | 2003.

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Special Features:

• Impressive 3,915nm range
• ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) ✠A1, Yachting Service, AMS classification
• Interior design from Perini Navi
• Sleeps 8 overnight
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The 50m/164'1" sail yacht 'Is A Rose' was built by Perini Navi in Italy at their Viareggio shipyard. Her interior is styled by Italian designer design house Perini Navi and she was delivered to her owner in March 2003. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work of Perini Navi.

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She is also capable of carrying up to 8 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.

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Her features include satellite communications and air conditioning.

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Is A Rose is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, with teak decks. Powered by twin Deutz (TBD 616 V12) 12-cylinder 967hp engines, she comfortably cruises at 13 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 15 knots with a range of up to 3,915 nautical miles from her 45,700 litre fuel tanks at 13 knots. Her water tanks store around 13,000 Litres of fresh water. She was built to ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) ✠A1, Yachting Service, AMS classification society rules.

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Onboard Ruby Rose

Our Boat as a Home

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Several friends have asked about the transition from life in bricks and mortar, to life afloat: ” How do we cope?” being the commonest. So here are my thoughts and views, as well as a tour of our boat. It may also be a useful insight for people who are toying with the idea of living aboard, or for people who are struggling to convince their partners that it is a good idea.

I know that all my sailor friends view thing differently. One of my good friends is a real sailing purist (as well as a phenomenal sailor). He actively shuns modernity on boats and will just about tolerate a transistor radio and a fridge as a nod to comfort on board. He does however have a very comfortable house not twenty metres from where he moors his boat. So central heating and SKY television are not really that far away. This was never going to be my idea of fun.

I also had to sell this dream of mine to Terysa, who, while happy to sail at weekends and the occasional week away, would possibly balk at the prospect of a pared down life in the long term.

So we chose a boat that could cope with the toughest conditions and also that we could cope with as a long term home.

We used to live in a three bedroomed flat in a leafy part of London. We often commmented that 70% of our living space was never used. We had a garden that we used to dine in and socialise for about six months of the year (weather permitting), so during the summer months we used even less of the internal space. Two of our bedrooms were never used, apart from gym equipment and space for friends and family to visit.

When we finally moved out we crammed everything we had into a storage unit. It is amazing to see how compact your possessions look when they are stacked in an orderly fashion. We also had to give some thing away. However it was suprisingly little. A couple of boxes of books to charity and Terysa had to cull her extensive collection of clothing and shoes. Everything else we took with us.

So the boat. We have 2 cabins, a saloon, 2 bathrooms (or “heads” in nautical parlance) and a cockpit. These four areas make up our living space, and a little explanation of each will go a long way. I will also apologise to my friends and readers of a nautical bent, as some of this is ” bleeding obvious”. However I am using my most land loving friend as a yardstick for my explanations.

Let me start with the cabins or bedrooms. We have 2 . One at the front and another at the back (fore and aft). Some boats of similar size cram up to four cabins into the space. However we chose to have 2. Obviously bigger boats allow for more space and more cabins. I think that the cabins were one of the greatest deciding factors when we chose this boat. We wanted a good sized double bed. It seems obvious if you have never stayed on a boat. However many boat make compromises regarding the cabins. Either the beds (or berths) are a strange shape, or more often than not one person ends up against a wall and needs to climb over the other to get out of bed. We wanted what is called an ” Island Berth”. It looks like a normal bed, and sleeps like a normal bed. It is also really comfortable. We have two settees inside the cabin as well as a seat. We have lockers, drawers and a wardrobe as well as numerous areas under the bed and sofas for all (or most) of our clothes, bedding and alike. We also mounted a television against one of the walls (or bulkheads). Terysa at first indicated that this was outrageously decadent. However on dark winter mornings, it is lovely to hide under the duvet, coffee in hand and watch the news without getting up.

Aft cabin with island berth

The fore cabin is similar. We have ample storage space for most of our things under the forecabin bed, including spare sails and other occasionally used bits and bobs.

Both cabins have numerous opening hatches and blinds to keep out the light and let fresh air in. We also have good quality fans above the bed to provide cool air when it gets too hot.

Finally, both cabins are en-suite. They have separate doors leading into the heads.

These are our bathrooms, or rather shower rooms. They both have toilets, hot water, sinks and showers, as well as cabinets for wash things and shampoos and other potions I dont understand. This may seem obvious, however my first boat had no hot water, a basic toilet and no sign of a shower. Both heads are possibly slightly more compact than your average bathroom (unless you live in Hong Kong), but functional, and provide no significant compromise to living on land.

This area is undoubtedly the most versatile within our home. It has 2 long settees which run the length of the boat, as well as a table in the middle which extends for eating. We have huge swathes of lockers, cupboards and bookshelves. Everything we need fits into these for easy acccess. The saloon also has our chart table, akin to a desk in a home. We use it for navigation while at sea, but it is a good area to sit and look out at the world when at anchor. It also has the controls and monitors fro our solar, wind and hydro power, our radios and our stereo. The boat is all made in cherry wood, and with the pictures on the wall and our books on display, it is as comfortable and homely as the flat we left. We fitted a television and a blu-ray player and connected it all to a surround sound unit. We also shucked all our DVDs and blu-rays from their cases and brought them with us. Add to this an Apple TV unit, a hard disk with about 200 movies on and full internet access, and we have all of our home comforts with us.

Peeling veggies on Christmas morning

The kitchen in any boat needs to be practical and useable, and at all times. Here we had to make some compromises from living on land, but these have been more than offset by the change in lifestyle. When we left London , we gave up our dishwasher, double oven and (by conscious decision) our microwave. We now have a cooker, oven, sink and a fridge, as well as our beloved coffee machine with a biblical supply of capsules hidden away. However, we have more time to cook, prepare, shop and eat. Terysa and I have always enjoyed good food. Not necessarily hugely expensive Michelin star restaurants, but good quality produce, whether cooked at home or abroad. I don’t think that many people will argue with the statement that fruit and vegetables grown in the sun taste better. Terysa for one would never eat tomatoes. Then we went to Greece, where they have taste, and are no simply insipid water bladdders. Now they form as staple part of our diet as potatoes do in Northern climes. So our lack of a massive freezer, ice dispenser and a fridge that you could hide a body in just isn’t necessary. We tend to spend our days ashore going to local produce markets, taking time to choose produce that is local and very tasty. We no longer need to sit at the window waiting for the Ocado van to appear as we have far more free time.

The Cockpit

As with all areas of our boat, the cockpit has multiple uses. When at anchor or port, or even when sailing, it is the area we tend to spend most time in. We have the steering positions at the very back of the boat. However forward of these is the cockpit itself. Like the saloon it has two teak benches. These will happily seat 6, although we have managed to cram 14 into the cockpit before. We have cushions and scatter cushions to allow lounging in multiple positions. We have a table in the centre of the cockpit which extends for meals, as well as multiple hand rails and grab points for when underway. Another set of good quality speakers allow us to listen to radio or music while underway .

We also have a bimini and sprayhood. These essentially are collapsible awnings that we can keep up or pack away at any point. The bimini is a Godsend when it’s hot. It keeps the sun off and allows a cool breeze to circulate. It also does a fair job of keeping the rain off when the skies open.

The spray hood much the same. It can be raised or dropped in a couple of minutes . This has more use when at sea as it does what it says on the tin; it keeps the spray off. In heavy weather we sit under it and it stops the wind, spray and rain from making the passage difficult. However as we tend to try and only sail when the weather is favourable, it is normally packed away unless necessary.

The decks and coachroof of the boat also give us the space to sunbathe, read or dose in multiple places.

All in all, the sacrifice we have had to make in the move from bricks and mortar to life afloat has been minimal. It is not for everyone, although for a couple a boat of this size is more than comparable to a 2 bedroomed flat.

Nick and Terysa // RUBY ROSE II 

Nick and Terysa meet while backpacking through India 15 years ago, they share a common love of travel and soon after they met Terysa moved from Australia to live with Nick in England. Nick made a promise then that 5 years down the track they would leave England and go sailing around the world. A promise that he upheld which has seen the couple spend the last seven years sailing the world, including two Atlantic crossings and have 25,000 miles under their belt.

In 2020 just prior to the global pandemic, the duo began discussions with Seawind Yachts. Fast forward three years through an extended build period global delays with logistics and materials and this week they are set to launch their new Seawind 1370 catamaran, Ruby Rose II. 

Doyle Sails Qingdao expert John Hearne has worked closely with Nick and Terysa, becoming an integral part of designing their custom sailing inventory. “John is one of the easiest guys we have ever worked with, he knows his craft very well and always has a smile on his face, the process could not have been simpler,” says Nick when asked if he could detail the new sail process with John. “The partnership with Sailing Ruby Rose and Doyle Sails has been one of ease. Something that comes down to Hearne’s expertise. He has worked on many Seawind projects, so I often defer to his suggestions”, he continued. 

The Seawind 1370 will be sporting a full suite of Doyle Sails, which have been upgraded from Dacron sails to a Carbon Laminate Mainsail and Jib. The result for Ruby Rose II is a lightweight Carbon sail which will also have an increased abrasion resistance. 

“We have used Johns’s expertise and suggestions where he was very keen for us to use a Carbon laminate cloth for the performance benefits. I wouldn’t say this is beginner sail cloth, however, matched with our experience of sailing I think it will be perfect,” says Nick. 

They have also opted for a Cableless Screecher, which is set up as a furling sail with powered winches, which will be very functional for the short-handed sailing the couple will spend most of their time doing. 

“Doyle Sails are very good at this process, it’s a joy to watch,” said Nick. 

While they are not quite sure where their adventures will take them once they hit the water, Nick and Terysa are looking forward to their new performance-orientated yacht with a spectacular sail package, allowing them to cover a significant number of miles. Nick also mentioned the luxury they will have with the other mod-cons going into this boat, for example, the washing machine, which will eliminate spending all day when they get to port finding a laundromat, only to have the clean washing blown over the side when drying it. 

“We look forward to continuing our sailing journey with Doyle Sails,” says Nick.  

Follow along with Nick and Terysa’s journey on Ruby Rose 2 here // www.yachtrubyrose.com And on Instagram and Facebook

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Our obsession with sailing takes us to every corner of the world and onboard every yacht. We become part of teams, share in the adventures of friends and families, sharing our knowledge and experience with those with the same passion. Sailing is in our DNA, and we are the custodians of a legacy that has been supporting sailors for four decades and counting.

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Eight Bells: Charles M. Barclay

Published on March 20th, 2024 by Assoc Editor -->

Charles M. Barclay of Hilltown, PA and Bay Head, NJ crossed the bar March 14, 2024 at the age of 88. Charlie was a member of the Bay Head and Corinthian (Philadelphia) Yacht Clubs.

He was a natural athlete, playing football, soccer, and tennis at William Penn Charter, St. Andrews Academy, and University of Pennsylvania. He lettered in each sport. Charlie joined Delta Psi fraternity (St. Anthony’s) and graduated in 1958.

Charlie followed a long family tradition serving in the First Troop Philadelphia City Cavalry, a historic National Guard unit, and the last non-mechanized cavalry regiment. Joining in 1954, he rose to the rank of Sergeant before retiring from the active roll in 1963. While active, he competed in the cavalry competition for the Border Plate. Charlie cherished the annual Troop memorial service for General Washington.

Charlie worked for INA then CIGNA. He did post graduate work at the Wharton School and earned Professional Engineering (PE) designation. As a Fire Protection Engineering specialist, Charlie worked to mitigate risks for commercial properties. He retired in 1997.

Charlie’s lifelong passion for sailing spanned eight decades. At age 11 he a leaky wooden Sneak Box. He would go on to win Barnegat Bay Yacht Racing Championships in the Sneakbox in 1952 and 1953, the Comet in 1961, and the Sanderling B-Cat in 2012 with his daughter Jean as crew. He was nationally competitive in the Comet class for a decade. Charlie raced Stars and offshore. On a stormy Annapolis to Newport Race, Charlie saved a crew member from being swept overboard by a breaking wave.

Charlie loved smaller boats including a 24’ Corinthian Yacht Club One Design, s/v Blue Cloud, which now resides at the Independence Seaport Museum. He became a Sandpiper and Sanderling enthusiast in his 60’s. Deep into his 70’s, he even took a turn in Tech dinghies much to the chagrin of his wife and race committee partner Nancy.

Charlie embraced both tennis and sailing at Bay Head Yacht Club (BHYC). He competed throughout Barnegat Bay, and fittingly won his final Sanderling series at Bay Head last October at age 87 with his daughter Jean.

Charlie promoted sailing widely. This included coaching new comers, loaning his boat to people interested in the class, buying boats for others, hosting a high school team at his home along with visiting sailors. He was a certified race officer and trained club members to be race officers.

Charlie served as Rear Commodore at the Bay Head Yacht Club. He served as committee chair for junior sailing, senior sailing, and race committee at BHYC.

Charlie’s volunteer contributions extended beyond the yacht club. He was national Secretary for the American Society of Fire Protection Engineers. He was national Secretary for the Delta Alumni Association. He was a 25+ year member/Chairperson of the Hilltown Township Planning Commission.

Charlie is survived by his five children and their spouses, a bunch of grandchildren and gaggle of great grandchildren.

Services are scheduled for April 5 at Deep Run Presbyterian Church in Dublin, Pennsylvania, and the Bay Head Chapel in New Jersey this summer. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Independence Seaport Museum of Philadelphia where Blue Cloud resides.

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Cruising the Moskva River: A short guide to boat trips in Russia’s capital

There’s hardly a better way to absorb Moscow’s atmosphere than on a ship sailing up and down the Moskva River. While complicated ticketing, loud music and chilling winds might dampen the anticipated fun, this checklist will help you to enjoy the scenic views and not fall into common tourist traps.

How to find the right boat?

There are plenty of boats and selecting the right one might be challenging. The size of the boat should be your main criteria.

Plenty of small boats cruise the Moskva River, and the most vivid one is this yellow Lay’s-branded boat. Everyone who has ever visited Moscow probably has seen it.

This option might leave a passenger disembarking partially deaf as the merciless Russian pop music blasts onboard. A free spirit, however, will find partying on such a vessel to be an unforgettable and authentic experience that’s almost a metaphor for life in modern Russia: too loud, and sometimes too welcoming. Tickets start at $13 (800 rubles) per person.

Bigger boats offer smoother sailing and tend to attract foreign visitors because of their distinct Soviet aura. Indeed, many of the older vessels must have seen better days. They are still afloat, however, and getting aboard is a unique ‘cultural’ experience. Sometimes the crew might offer lunch or dinner to passengers, but this option must be purchased with the ticket. Here is one such  option  offering dinner for $24 (1,490 rubles).

If you want to travel in style, consider Flotilla Radisson. These large, modern vessels are quite posh, with a cozy restaurant and an attentive crew at your service. Even though the selection of wines and food is modest, these vessels are still much better than other boats.

Surprisingly, the luxurious boats are priced rather modestly, and a single ticket goes for $17-$32 (1,100-2,000 rubles); also expect a reasonable restaurant bill on top.

How to buy tickets?

Women holding photos of ships promise huge discounts to “the young and beautiful,” and give personal invitations for river tours. They sound and look nice, but there’s a small catch: their ticket prices are usually more than those purchased online.

“We bought tickets from street hawkers for 900 rubles each, only to later discover that the other passengers bought their tickets twice as cheap!”  wrote  (in Russian) a disappointed Rostislav on a travel company website.

Nevertheless, buying from street hawkers has one considerable advantage: they personally escort you to the vessel so that you don’t waste time looking for the boat on your own.

Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.

Flotilla Radisson has official ticket offices at Gorky Park and Hotel Ukraine, but they’re often sold out.

Buying online is an option that might save some cash. Websites such as  this   offer considerable discounts for tickets sold online. On a busy Friday night an online purchase might be the only chance to get a ticket on a Flotilla Radisson boat.

This  website  (in Russian) offers multiple options for short river cruises in and around the city center, including offbeat options such as ‘disco cruises’ and ‘children cruises.’ This other  website  sells tickets online, but doesn’t have an English version. The interface is intuitive, however.

Buying tickets online has its bad points, however. The most common is confusing which pier you should go to and missing your river tour.

“I once bought tickets online to save with the discount that the website offered,” said Igor Shvarkin from Moscow. “The pier was initially marked as ‘Park Kultury,’ but when I arrived it wasn’t easy to find my boat because there were too many there. My guests had to walk a considerable distance before I finally found the vessel that accepted my tickets purchased online,” said the man.

There are two main boarding piers in the city center:  Hotel Ukraine  and  Park Kultury . Always take note of your particular berth when buying tickets online.

Where to sit onboard?

Even on a warm day, the headwind might be chilly for passengers on deck. Make sure you have warm clothes, or that the crew has blankets ready upon request.

The glass-encased hold makes the tour much more comfortable, but not at the expense of having an enjoyable experience.

Getting off the boat requires preparation as well. Ideally, you should be able to disembark on any pier along the way. In reality, passengers never know where the boat’s captain will make the next stop. Street hawkers often tell passengers in advance where they’ll be able to disembark. If you buy tickets online then you’ll have to research it yourself.

There’s a chance that the captain won’t make any stops at all and will take you back to where the tour began, which is the case with Flotilla Radisson. The safest option is to automatically expect that you’ll return to the pier where you started.

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8 Yacht Clubs and Marinas in the Philippines to Moor Your Boat In

FoodfindsAsia.com | 8 Yacht Clubs and Marinas in the Philippines to Moor Your Boat In | Filipinos’ history as a maritime people date back to prehistoric times. In fact, the Philippines’ basic sociopolitical unit today, the barangay, traces its etymological origins to the balangay , the ancient outrigger boats that were used by precolonial Filipino communities to explore and conquer islands this side of the Pacific. As a people belonging to a seafaring culture, it’s no wonder that modern Filipinos are taking a retrospective look at their glorious past as Austronesian mariners and are developing a renewed love for the ocean and marinas as present-day yachtsmen.

Today, Philippine marinas look to accommodate more and more yachts and other pleasure watercrafts as the years go by. In 2017, an ASEAN Briefing op-ed piece named the Philippines as a country with high potential in yacht industry growth. The natural beauty of the Philippine islands and its fantastic bays, combined with a growing interest in leisurely sea travel, can explain the spike in yachting activities throughout the country.

Are you part of the demographic that’s become enamored of the yachting lifestyle? Do you want to know where in the country you can berth your watercraft? Leading sailboat and motorboat authority Europa Yachts is happy to enter the conversation, and recommends the following locations for discovering the Philippines through yachting. Here is a short list of clubs and marinas in the country, organized by island region.  

Manila Yacht Club and Marina, Manila, Metro Manila

Established in 1927, the Manila Yacht Club and Marina is one of the oldest yacht clubs in all of Asia, and is nestled in the scenic Manila Bay. It is also near other well-known landmarks in the city, such as the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), the headquarters of the Philippine Navy, and the US Embassy. Facilities in the marina include a launching ramp and a fueling center, and the club itself is host to a restaurant and gorgeous function rooms. The Manila Yacht Club only welcomes visitors who arrive by boat, and it charges an initial security deposit of USD 750 upon arrival. Club membership is mandatory for medium and long-term mooring of boats.

Subic Bay Yacht Club, Zambales

The Subic Bay Yacht Club, which was founded in 1998, upholds itself as the country’s premier yacht club. It operates in the deepest bay in the country, and can host vessels well beyond 50 meters in length. Already benefitting from the innate beauty of the Zambales mountains surrounding it, the club hosts a number of other attractions, including its luxury accommodations, swimming pools, and its own movie theater, bowling alley, and nightclub. Those who venture outside of the club’s premises can also shop for well-priced imported goods at the Subic Freeport Zone, engage in water sports , or sign up for diving excursions.

Punta Fuego Yacht Club, Batangas

Peaceful Punta Fuego is a mecca for those who love the sport of sailing. As per its official website, the Punta Fuego Yacht Club aims to serve “a dynamic and vibrant community of boat enthusiasts and yacht owners.” This it does by playing host to a diverse population of watercrafts, from large catamarans and mono-hull yachts to small boats. Non-members of the club may use the berths for up to 3 weeks, and can refuel at the marina’s fueling station. The yacht club offers other amenities such as locker rooms, shower rooms, Internet facilities, a chart room, and a restaurant called Barracuda Bar, which serves delicious fares. Outside of the yachting crowd, Punta Fuego Yacht Club also caters to those wishing to celebrate weddings, conferences, and corporate events in their opulent quarters.

Puerto Galera Yacht Club, Oriental Mindoro

Further south, yachtsmen may moor at the Puerto Galera Yacht Club in Oriental Mindoro, an island location that’s home to tourist attractions like the Sabang Wreck dive site, lively beachfront resorts, and the Malasimbo Music Festival. Puerto Galera Yacht Club has been in operation for almost thirty years and lends services such as refueling provisions and yacht repairs from its marina. Boat owners also enjoy optimal convenience if mooring here, as they can also shop for spare parts in the nearby Batangas port.

Busuanga Yacht Club, Puerta del Sol Bay Marina, Palawan

Beautiful Palawan is a bucket-list destination for many, especially those who dream of cruising its crystalline waters. Accommodating the yachting community in this island province is the Busuanga Yacht Club, which promises secure mooring amidst breathtaking white-sand beaches. Here, each vessel will benefit from a typhoon-safe harbor, easy refueling, and direct access to transportation hubs like the New Busuanga Airport. Adjoining this marina is the Puerta del Sol Bay Resort, which offers luxurious accommodations to visitors. When not atop the deck of a boat, travelers can also explore the lagoons and freshwater lakes of Coron, go shipwreck diving, or relax in the hot springs of Maquinit.

Iloilo Sailing Club, Arevelo, Iloilo City, Iloilo

Iloilo Province is home to some of the country’s most beautiful old-world architecture, a flourishing ecotourism industry, and delectably fresh seafood cuisine. What will round off an unforgettable visit to Iloilo, however, is an excursion to the Iloilo Sailing Club on a leisure watercraft. The club accepts visitors and encourages membership in the case of medium and long-stay mooring. It also hosts a number of amenities and activities, including a dinghy storage, a beach bar and restaurant, and classes for those who want to learn about sailing. In recent months, the Iloilo Sailing Club has also been a convenient meet-up point for big maritime events, such as the Iloilo-Guimaras Paraw Regatta and the Seafarers’ Job Fair.

Cebu Yacht Club, Mactan Island, Cebu

The historic Mactan Island in Cebu was the site of Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan’s arrival in the Philippines. Now known as a commercial hub that hosts a prolific furniture and musical instruments industries, Mactan is also the location of the Cebu Yacht Club, an institution that is beloved by the locals. Aside from being an ideal spot to restock on much-needed fuel and supplies, the Cebu Yacht Club is also a trusted club to commission for boat repairs. There’s a good vibe in this club for everybody, as it sports both luxury accommodations and a waterfront strip of restaurants that laid-back diners can frequent. MINDANAO

Holiday Oceanview Marina, Samal Island, Davao del Norte

The Holiday Oceanview Marina is a major attraction of Samal Island in Davao del Norte Province, one that welcomes Filipino and foreign yachtsmen alike to moor within its premises. The space is quite roomy, in fact, with 56 berths that can fit vessels up to 15 meters in length. The club also has a boat ramp that can accommodate boats up to 18 meters in length. The well-guarded and weather-safe marina is a gateway to some of Mindanao’s finest attractions, such as the Pearl Farm, Hagimit Falls, and Giant Clam Sanctuary.  

There’s no better way to discover the Philippines from end to end than getting onboard a seaworthy vessel and going on a long cruise, with stops in some of the most beautiful places in the country. Find a safe harbor in any of these major clubs and marinas, and participate in the renaissance of sailing in the Philippines.

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