For years (and years and years), we contemplated the cruising lifestyle, and at one point thought about just quitting our jobs and heading south. Either fear or anxiety or both got the better of us (ok, Jody) and we decided it would be prudent to do a test run or a “Shakedown.” Since we (ok, Randy) had done a fair amount of work to prepare Free Luff for this journey, we decided we should test things out – new electronic systems, overhauled rig, reinvigorated water maker, etc. So, Jody asked for leave from work and we planned a mini-tour of southern California waters. Even though it was years in the making, the Shakedown seemed to arrive faster than Jody expected it to and about 10 years later than Rand would have liked. But it was on.
Recent Posts from Shakedown:
Mellow to Mosh Pit
Location and Moorage: King Harbor, Redondo Beach (33 50 829N, 118 24 022W); two nights at anchor (w/ stern anchor) Upon leaving Newport, the sea was like glass — nary a stitch of wind, so … Read More »Chillin' and Illin' in Newport
Location and Mooring: Newport Harbor (33 36 527N, 117 54 470W); four nights at anchor Pulled into the very large harbor that is Newport and had the large guest anchorage to ourselves. Little did we … Read More »First Stop in the OC
Location and Moorage: Dana Point (33 27 524N 117 41 439W); three nights at anchor Super pleasant yet chilly sail from the Oside (still wearing beanies, jackets, and deck socks). It was dolphin craziness, a … Read More »Here We Go -- Oside or Bust!
Location and Moorage: Oceanside (33 12 197N 117 24 390W); one night dockside We struck out from San Diego after dawn on a Sunday and sailed/motor sailed as far as — can you believe it … Read More »