Category: Humble Beginnings

We are new to the sailing world. Follow our humble beginnings here!


The Silence of the Desert

Even though it neither looks nor feels like it, we’re actually making progress with Milagros’ refit. Besides work, we enjoy a weekend in the desert.
Patricia • • 10 min read

Cruising Community – the best Community

After a few weeks at the Cabrales Boatyard we can say: We made the right decision to come here. Sometimes our situation is a bit overwhelming, but the company we have here makes everything a better.
David • • 7 min read
Sanding equipment for sailboat sanding

Sanding Gelcoat – No Pain No Gain!

We’re diving into our first big project. Sanding the gelcoat off Milagros’ hull is very hard work! Too hard it seems some point. Ouch!
David • • 9 min read

Milagros in a Sandstorm

We discover a proper solution for the next steps in our hull project. With it come with a few days of free time in Puerto Peñasco, which leads to a couple of interesting experiences.

Patricia • • 10 min read

Twisted in the Engine Room

We learn what a prop shaft coupling is and how it can be removed. This brings us a step further in one of our big projects but requires a decision.
Patricia • • 9 min read

Sanding Antifouling – a Poisonous Matter

The old antifouling on our underwater hull has to go. But how do we get the poison cocktail off the boat? We try it the hard way, although everyone advises us not to.
David • • 9 min read

Is this your first boat?

The honeymoon is over and we are daring the big projects. As expected we encounter obstacles that have to be overcome. Our motto is: one step at a time.
Patricia • • 11 min read

We have arrived in Puerto Peñasco!

We made it! After an endlessly long journey with way too much luggage, we finally arrive at the boatyard in Puerto Peñasco and Milagros.
David • • 7 min read

10 Questions about our Adventure

When we talk about our sailing project, there are questions that we answer over and over again. We have put together the 10 most frequently asked questions.
Patricia • • 5 min read