Sharing A 3G/4G Connection

We have up to three computers of our own, plus the Ipad, and occasional visitors all of which need an Internet connection. But there is a single 3G USB device, which makes sharing difficult. We now have a simple answer.

It is called a CradlePoint wireless 4G/3G router. Ours is model MBR95 – they make a […]

6/21/2011 SYLVAN BEACH TO ILION, NY

TUESDAYTOTAL MILES TRAVELED TODAY:      38 NM DOCKED AT:      ILION MARINA ($1/FT W/P)                   &n…

"Get Out Of Jail Free Card"

     Yesterday was another first for the crew of Big Run.  After spending another night on San Domingo Creek south of  St. Michael, MD, Sharon and I decided to head over to Cambridge, MD.  About 2 hours into the cruis…

Life’s2Short 2011-06-22 11:04:00

A Crazy Weekend at the Waterfall

On Tuesday, June 14th, the Captain continued his boat cleaning projects while I got caught up on laundry.  Late that afternoon we met with George & Rebecca to discuss boating and they took us to a new place ca…

Life’s2Short 2011-06-22 11:04:00

A Crazy Weekend at the Waterfall

On Tuesday, June 14th, the Captain continued his boat cleaning projects while I got caught up on laundry.  Late that afternoon we met with George & Rebecca to discuss boating and they took us to a new place ca…

Thompson’s Water Seal follow-up

I finally heard back from Thompson’s Water Seal customer service on Tuesday, one week after submitting an inquiry to them.   This is what I wrote:I purchased Thompson’s Advanced Formula Water Seal to seal the teak decks of my boat. I app…

7 Years

This weekend marks the seventh year I’ve now had Lady Jane.Obviously there have trials and tribulations along the way.Overall though, it’s been a lot of learning and a lot of fun.

"Big D" does D.C.

June 18th, 2011Capital Yacht ClubWashington, D.C.38˚52 52N 077˚01.444WWe’ve been here a week and we have the best hotel room in town: DOMINO, anchored in the Washington Channel, just off the East Potomac Park, south of the I395 bridge, with views…

In We Go

Were we ever excited when we saw the steam box leaking steam first thing yesterday morning. That meant the crew would set a new plank in the hull before lunch. The interior planks are steamed for three hours to allow them to be bent into shape on the hull. They will stay pliable for about […]

Hanging out with the locals at IASOS