Monthly Archives: March 2012

Will it ever stop raining?

Perhaps not until we reach Fiji. I joke. At least I hope so. But it feels like it sometimes. Continuous on and off drizzle and rain is just so dull. At least our new shades are doing a great job … Continue reading

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Last full day in Whangarei?

After a bit of a slow start I retested all 16 batteries. After the long equalization they all appeared fine with differences no more than 0.03V. I’ve had ads up for a week now around town for the 4 spares … Continue reading

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Some big items ticked off

We had an early knock on the hull. It was Neil from Palmer canvass with our rails. We needed to fit them before they could do their final measurements for the custom shades. I said I reckoned I could get … Continue reading

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Atrocious Weather

It feels like winter here. Yesterday it was cold, wet and windy all day long. Not very conducive to getting things done but we pressed on. I fixed my mouse which cheered me some what. I had thought it was … Continue reading

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Not all going to plan

A little less satisfying day. Somehow we stayed busy but progress didn’t seem so apparent and there were a few set backs….. I had a morning trip out in the rental car. I visited the auto shop and picked up … Continue reading

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