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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Congratulations Bill and Judy

Mike Johnson
 

Hi Bill,

Congratulations.  The call of Texas will be getting stronger!

Mike & Peta

Mobile

On 31 Jan 2016, at 12:11, 'Bill & Judy Rouse' yahoogroups@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:

 

Thanks to all of you for making this Group such a valuable resource to me and other Amel owners.

We crossed the Atlantic from the Canary Islands, dodging hurricane ALEX, and arrived in Martinique Friday about noon. It was an amazing sight...2 SM's crossed the finish line, under sail, and one after the other...we were the lead SM. Of the 20 boats in the rally, 4 were Amels and Amels were 3 of the first 4 boats finishing! BTW, a 55 crossed just before the BEBE and VIVA, the 2 Super Maramus. LIBERTAD, the fourth Amel in the rally which is a 33 year old Maramu will finish today, Monday. Dennis and Virginia Johns (LIBERTAD) stopped in the Verdes for fuel and had to wait 2.5 days for outbound clearances from the local officials.

The only thing that broke was the plastic base to the "not-so-quiet" Jabsco Quiet Flush toilet in the aft cabin. I think the simultaneous SE and NW 3 meter swells had something to do with this...and NO, it was not me on the throne when it happened. I cannot explain the crossing swell, but BEBE and her autopilot kept us on course. We ran 2 freezers and 1 fridge on the passage. I ran the generator with a 100 amp charger at 2100 and 0300 for about 1-1.5 hours each day. The 405 watt solar array took care of the rest of the power. Before the passage I lowered each sail and cut back the end of the 3 halyards (2 of which are original halyards) about 60-80cm. This included the part of the halyard that rests on the sheave at the top of the mast. The discarded line appeared to have very little abrasion, but did look a little distorted...safe rather than sorry. Judy and I have always been the only two aboard on any passage...this is the first time we have had a third crew member...wow, what a difference...I am not sure that I would ever cross an ocean with a total of two anymore.

I had one other problem that was caused by me and entirely my fault. I had a complete rigging inspection done by a good rigger in Malta. He told me that there was some dissimilar metal corrosion on the foil where the ballooner clip (the one that clicks) touches the foil. He said that he recommended some tape on the clip to insulate it from the foil. That damn tape kept the clip from staying hooked on the hooker and the 3 or 4 days that we could have used the twins, were not to be. BTW, I did drop the fore swivel and checked the clip and hooker attachment before we sailed. It worked at the dock, but there was no load on the hooker. If someone had mentioned this too me for advice, my advice would have been to NOT change what the Captain has done...I should have asked myself.

I wonder how those goose-neck barnacles attach to a boat sailing by at 6-8kts????

Cross an ocean and your respect and love for Amel increases amazingly.

Best,

Bill & Judy
BeBe #387

On Sun, Jan 31, 2016 at 9:26 AM, Stephanie DiBelardino stephiedib@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:
 

Congratulations! If "Bebe" is heading up-island, I have a bottle of Prosecco to celebrate the opportunity to meet Bill and Judy! I am so grateful to Bill for his generosity in sharing his wealth of knowledge.

Fair Winds!
Stephanie
Indecent, SM353
Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Maramu Survey

Bill & Judy Rouse <yahoogroups@...>
 

Eric,

You have received lots of good advice.

One more important piece of advice is to let this Group know the hull number, current name, and the location. With this information, you may get a worthwhile report from somebody familiar with the boat. 

AND, possibly there is an Amel owner nearby who will inspect the boat with you. In most cases, an Amel owner will be much more valuable than a surveyor not familiar with Amels. I know of several recent pre-purchase inspections which the prospective buyers were accompanied by a current Amel owner...each of these that saved the buyers lots of $$$$'s.

Good luck, and listen to Joel Potter...he knows...period!

Best,

Bill
BeBe 387
Currently Martinique


On Fri, Jan 29, 2016 at 2:34 AM, Richard Piller richard03801@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:
 

Hi ck the bottom to be sure there are no blisters.  Ck the keel to hull joint. Ck your chain hause pipe and the windlass. All of your standing rigging including at the top of the masts. 

Regards
Capt Richard Piller

On Jan 28, 2016, at 15:47, ecole2020@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:

 

I am new to the forum.  I will be going to see/survey/sea trial a Maramu in 2 days.  I'm about 90% sure I will be an Amel owner by the end of February.  But I'm prepared to walk if it is not what I want.  I hired the surveyor (recommended by local charter company) myself without owner input.  I have seen/crawled around a maramu before.  Boat, from owner's descriptions and from pictures (neither of them EVER lies, right?  :-)), is in good shape, was repowered with Yanmar, has extensive cruising kit (love the British term).  The bottom inspection will be performed after I leave.  Engine oil analysis will also be performed by an outside source. I have a couple questions:


1.  Even though the boat will be hauled and bottom inspected, would it be of any use for me to tote along my mask and snorkel and take an underwater peek myself while I'm there?  Not sure if I'd be abl e to learn anything from that, or not.


2.  Any deal-breaking issues I should pay particular attention to?  from what I have read, Maramu's are like tanks.  This boat is 33 years old and I know there will be significant wear and tear.  Fortunately, it has been used by the owner and not just sat.  I am not worried about cosmetic issues so much.  I'm sure the surveyor will point out things.  I just want to know if there is something that could be missed that could be a real problem down the road.


Thanks 


Eric 

s.v- TBD
Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Congratulations Bill and Judy

Bill & Judy Rouse <yahoogroups@...>
 

Thanks to all of you for making this Group such a valuable resource to me and other Amel owners.

We crossed the Atlantic from the Canary Islands, dodging hurricane ALEX, and arrived in Martinique Friday about noon. It was an amazing sight...2 SM's crossed the finish line, under sail, and one after the other...we were the lead SM. Of the 20 boats in the rally, 4 were Amels and Amels were 3 of the first 4 boats finishing! BTW, a 55 crossed just before the BEBE and VIVA, the 2 Super Maramus. LIBERTAD, the fourth Amel in the rally which is a 33 year old Maramu will finish today, Monday. Dennis and Virginia Johns (LIBERTAD) stopped in the Verdes for fuel and had to wait 2.5 days for outbound clearances from the local officials.

The only thing that broke was the plastic base to the "not-so-quiet" Jabsco Quiet Flush toilet in the aft cabin. I think the simultaneous SE and NW 3 meter swells had something to do with this...and NO, it was not me on the throne when it happened. I cannot explain the crossing swell, but BEBE and her autopilot kept us on course. We ran 2 freezers and 1 fridge on the passage. I ran the generator with a 100 amp charger at 2100 and 0300 for about 1-1.5 hours each day. The 405 watt solar array took care of the rest of the power. Before the passage I lowered each sail and cut back the end of the 3 halyards (2 of which are original halyards) about 60-80cm. This included the part of the halyard that rests on the sheave at the top of the mast. The discarded line appeared to have very little abrasion, but did look a little distorted...safe rather than sorry. Judy and I have always been the only two aboard on any passage...this is the first time we have had a third crew member...wow, what a difference...I am not sure that I would ever cross an ocean with a total of two anymore.

I had one other problem that was caused by me and entirely my fault. I had a complete rigging inspection done by a good rigger in Malta. He told me that there was some dissimilar metal corrosion on the foil where the ballooner clip (the one that clicks) touches the foil. He said that he recommended some tape on the clip to insulate it from the foil. That damn tape kept the clip from staying hooked on the hooker and the 3 or 4 days that we could have used the twins, were not to be. BTW, I did drop the fore swivel and checked the clip and hooker attachment before we sailed. It worked at the dock, but there was no load on the hooker. If someone had mentioned this too me for advice, my advice would have been to NOT change what the Captain has done...I should have asked myself.

I wonder how those goose-neck barnacles attach to a boat sailing by at 6-8kts????

Cross an ocean and your respect and love for Amel increases amazingly.

Best,

Bill & Judy
BeBe #387

On Sun, Jan 31, 2016 at 9:26 AM, Stephanie DiBelardino stephiedib@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:
 

Congratulations! If "Bebe" is heading up-island, I have a bottle of Prosecco to celebrate the opportunity to meet Bill and Judy! I am so grateful to Bill for his generosity in sharing his wealth of knowledge.

Fair Winds!
Stephanie
Indecent, SM353
Congratulations Bill and Judy

Stephanie DiBelardino <stephiedib@...>
 

Congratulations! If "Bebe" is heading up-island, I have a bottle of Prosecco to celebrate the opportunity to meet Bill and Judy! I am so grateful to Bill for his generosity in sharing his wealth of knowledge.

Fair Winds!
Stephanie
Indecent, SM353
Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Congratulations Bill and Judy

Germain Jean-Pierre <jgermain@...>
 

Well done the Rouses…. keep the Texas Navy afloat!!  :-)


Cheers from Marina di Ragusa.


Jean-Pierre Germain,
SY Eleuthera, Amel Super Maramu 007


On 31 Jan 2016, at 08:55, pepinoamel <no_reply@...> wrote:

 

Congratulations Bill & Judy!  Well done.  I hope you keep contributing to this blog as without you it will certainly not be the same.


Best wishes and happy sailing in the Caribbean.


Gerhard & Cherie Hoffmann

SM 381 Pepino

Greece



Jean-Pierre Germain,
SY Eleuthera, Amel Super Maramu 007
Porto Turistico Marina di Ragusa, Pontoon M15,
97100 Ragusa, Sicily, Italy
+44 7551 211 511
jp.germain@...
Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Congratulations Bill and Judy

pepinoamel <no_reply@...>
 

Congratulations Bill & Judy!  Well done.  I hope you keep contributing to this blog as without you it will certainly not be the same.


Best wishes and happy sailing in the Caribbean.


Gerhard & Cherie Hoffmann

SM 381 Pepino

Greece
Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Congratulations Bill and Judy

Rink De Haan
 

Congratulations Bill and Judy,
Well done and an impressive journey altogether.
We are very interested in the story of the last part of your journey. 
You finally left the Mediterranean waters which have changed a lot in the past years.

We also would like to stress your very valuable contributions to this forum and hope that you will continue to do so.

Cheers,
Rink and Marloes
SY Razor's Edge SM2K #330
Italy

Verzonden vanuit Outlook Mobile

_____________________________

From: Joe Nance cloudstreet100@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...>
Sent: zondag, januari 31, 2016 2:11 AM
Subject: Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Congratulations Bill and Judy
To: <amelyachtowners@...>


 

Yes, that is fantastic!  Congratulations to Bill & Judy from Joe & Tracie!

And thank you so much for being such a wonderful information provider to all of us!

Joe & Tracie
S/V CloudStreet
SM 331
Abaco, Bahamas

On Sat, Jan 30, 2016 at 3:55 PM, Alexandre Uster von Baar uster@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:
 

WOW impressive!

Totally agree on Bill's contribution on the forum!
And I will always be thankful when he and Judy came and help me in 2013

Alexandre
SM2K #289 NIKIMAT
Blue Haven Marina, Turks & Caicos Island

--------------------------------------------
On Sat, 1/30/16, 'Mark Erdos' mcerdos@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:

Subject: [Amel Yacht Owners] Congratulations Bill and Judy
To: amelyachtowners@...
Date: Saturday, January 30, 2016, 2:40 PM


 









I know I speak for every
member of this forum when I say the contributions made by
Bill Rouse are invaluable. His knowledge has helped all of
us become better sailors, electricians, mechanics, plumbers,
engineers and salty swabs. He is much admired by us all.
Now, we have another reason for which to admire Bill. He has
reached the summit of sailing and completed a milestone
proving his ability as a world class sailor.  Please join me in
congratulating Bill and Judy Rouse on the recent completion
of a global circumnavigation aboard the forum famous Amel
Super Maramu BeBe. They just landed in Martinique
finishing first of the 20 boats in the rally.  Well done you two!!! Welcome
back to this side of the world.      With best regards,  Mark and
 Cindy  Super Maramu 2000Hull #275www.creampuff.usCurrently cruising:  Marsh
Harbour – Abaco Islands - Bahamas  









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Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Congratulations Bill and Judy

Joe Nance
 

Yes, that is fantastic!  Congratulations to Bill & Judy from Joe & Tracie!

And thank you so much for being such a wonderful information provider to all of us!

Joe & Tracie
S/V CloudStreet
SM 331
Abaco, Bahamas

On Sat, Jan 30, 2016 at 3:55 PM, Alexandre Uster von Baar uster@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:
 

WOW impressive!

Totally agree on Bill's contribution on the forum!
And I will always be thankful when he and Judy came and help me in 2013

Alexandre
SM2K #289 NIKIMAT
Blue Haven Marina, Turks & Caicos Island

--------------------------------------------
On Sat, 1/30/16, 'Mark Erdos' mcerdos@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:

Subject: [Amel Yacht Owners] Congratulations Bill and Judy
To: amelyachtowners@...
Date: Saturday, January 30, 2016, 2:40 PM


 









I know I speak for every
member of this forum when I say the contributions made by
Bill Rouse are invaluable. His knowledge has helped all of
us become better sailors, electricians, mechanics, plumbers,
engineers and salty swabs. He is much admired by us all.
Now, we have another reason for which to admire Bill. He has
reached the summit of sailing and completed a milestone
proving his ability as a world class sailor.  Please join me in
congratulating Bill and Judy Rouse on the recent completion
of a global circumnavigation aboard the forum famous Amel
Super Maramu BeBe. They just landed in Martinique
finishing first of the 20 boats in the rally.  Well done you two!!! Welcome
back to this side of the world.      With best regards,  Mark and
 Cindy  Super Maramu 2000Hull #275www.creampuff.usCurrently cruising:  Marsh
Harbour – Abaco Islands - Bahamas  









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Re: Congratulations Bill and Judy

Duane Siegfri
 

Congratulations!  Glad to hear that the crossing is complete and all is well!

Could not agree more with your contributions to the group, and to Peggy and I personally!

Duane & Peg

Wanderer SM477
Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Congratulations Bill and Judy

Danny and Yvonne SIMMS
 

Dear Bill and Judy, congratulations on the circumnavigation and surviving all the adventures on the way.
Danny And Yvonne
SM 299 Ocean Pearl
 


From: "'Mark Erdos' mcerdos@... [amelyachtowners]"
To: amelyachtowners@...
Sent: Sunday, 31 January 2016 9:40 AM
Subject: [Amel Yacht Owners] Congratulations Bill and Judy

 
I know I speak for every member of this forum when I say the contributions made by Bill Rouse are invaluable. His knowledge has helped all of us become better sailors, electricians, mechanics, plumbers, engineers and salty swabs. He is much admired by us all. Now, we have another reason for which to admire Bill. He has reached the summit of sailing and completed a milestone proving his ability as a world class sailor.
 
Please join me in congratulating Bill and Judy Rouse on the recent completion of a global circumnavigation aboard the forum famous Amel Super Maramu BeBe. They just landed in Martinique finishing first of the 20 boats in the rally.
 
Well done you two!!! Welcome back to this side of the world.
 
 
 
With best regards,
 
Mark and Cindy
 
Super Maramu 2000
Hull #275
www.creampuff.us
Currently cruising:  Marsh Harbour – Abaco Islands - Bahamas
 
Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Congratulations Bill and Judy

Patrick McAneny
 

Bill and Judy , Diane and I would like to add our Congratulations , Diane just happened to pull up marine traffic the other day and announced  you had arrived. We have followed your blog since you left all these many years ago and have enjoyed your adventures .
 
Well Done !
Pat & Diane,
SM Shenanigans
 
 

-----Original Message-----
From: mark_pitt@... [amelyachtowners]
To: amelyachtowners Sent: Sat, Jan 30, 2016 5:32 pm
Subject: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Congratulations Bill and Judy

 
Congratulations Bill and Judy.  Well done. I'd love to hear about your crossing.

Mark
  "Sabbatical III", ASM #419
Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Congratulations Bill and Judy

Stephen Davis
 

Great job, and congratulations on a successful circumnavigation. Hope we cross paths as we head farther down island. 

Steve and Liz Davis
Aloha SM72
St Martin 


On Jan 30, 2016, at 16:40, 'Mark Erdos' mcerdos@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:

 

I know I speak for every member of this forum when I say the contributions made by Bill Rouse are invaluable. His knowledge has helped all of us become better sailors, electricians, mechanics, plumbers, engineers and salty swabs. He is much admired by us all. Now, we have another reason for which to admire Bill. He has reached the summit of sailing and completed a milestone proving his ability as a world class sailor.

 

Please join me in congratulating Bill and Judy Rouse on the recent completion of a global circumnavigation aboard the forum famous Amel Super Maramu BeBe. They just landed in Martinique finishing first of the 20 boats in the rally.

 

Well done you two!!! Welcome back to this side of the world.

 

 

 

With best regards,

 

Mark and Cindy

 

Super Maramu 2000

Hull #275

www.creampuff.us

Currently cruising:  Marsh Harbour – Abaco Islands - Bahamas

 
Re: Congratulations Bill and Judy

Mark Pitt
 

Congratulations Bill and Judy.  Well done. I'd love to hear about your crossing.

Mark
  "Sabbatical III", ASM #419
Re: Congratulations Bill and Judy

luvkante
 

I do fully agree:

CONGRATULATIONS JUDY AND BILL FOR COMPLETING YOUR CIRCUMNAVIGATION.!!

You are a role model for our community and a tremendous asset for this forum.

Fair winds!


Martin
AMEL 54 #149 CHIARA
Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Congratulations Bill and Judy

Alexandre Uster von Baar
 

WOW impressive!

Totally agree on Bill's contribution on the forum!
And I will always be thankful when he and Judy came and help me in 2013

Alexandre
SM2K #289 NIKIMAT
Blue Haven Marina, Turks & Caicos Island



--------------------------------------------

On Sat, 1/30/16, 'Mark Erdos' mcerdos@gmail.com [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@yahoogroups.com> wrote:

Subject: [Amel Yacht Owners] Congratulations Bill and Judy
To: amelyachtowners@yahoogroups.com
Date: Saturday, January 30, 2016, 2:40 PM


 









I know I speak for every
member of this forum when I say the contributions made by
Bill Rouse are invaluable. His knowledge has helped all of
us become better sailors, electricians, mechanics, plumbers,
engineers and salty swabs. He is much admired by us all.
Now, we have another reason for which to admire Bill. He has
reached the summit of sailing and completed a milestone
proving his ability as a world class sailor.  Please join me in
congratulating Bill and Judy Rouse on the recent completion
of a global circumnavigation aboard the forum famous Amel
Super Maramu BeBe. They just landed in Martinique
finishing first of the 20 boats in the rally.  Well done you two!!! Welcome
back to this side of the world.      With best regards,  Mark and
Cindy  Super Maramu 2000Hull #275www.creampuff.usCurrently cruising:  Marsh
Harbour – Abaco Islands - Bahamas  









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Congratulations Bill and Judy

Mark Erdos
 

I know I speak for every member of this forum when I say the contributions made by Bill Rouse are invaluable. His knowledge has helped all of us become better sailors, electricians, mechanics, plumbers, engineers and salty swabs. He is much admired by us all. Now, we have another reason for which to admire Bill. He has reached the summit of sailing and completed a milestone proving his ability as a world class sailor.

 

Please join me in congratulating Bill and Judy Rouse on the recent completion of a global circumnavigation aboard the forum famous Amel Super Maramu BeBe. They just landed in Martinique finishing first of the 20 boats in the rally.

 

Well done you two!!! Welcome back to this side of the world.

 

 

 

With best regards,

 

Mark and Cindy

 

Super Maramu 2000

Hull #275

www.creampuff.us

Currently cruising:  Marsh Harbour – Abaco Islands - Bahamas

 
Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] After 1 year Velox Anti-fouling propeller paint still great!

alainfeuillet@...
 

Hi all,
I have been using also this special antifooling Velox on my propeller for the past 4 years in the Med. Not perfect because after two years I get one or two barnacles but no vegetals and excellent adherence. Surely the best I have found.
Alain (SM PILGRIM)
Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Replacement of the silver Grohe shower hose

karkauai
 

Thanks Peregrinus!  I've been looking for this for a couple of years.  Found it on Amazon for $35 + shipping.

Does anyone know the model of the hand sprayer for the showers?

Thanks again,
Kent


On Jan 30, 2016, at 10:20 AM, svperegrinus@... [amelyachtowners] <amelyachtowners@...> wrote:

 

Peregrinus came with silver rubber hoses going from the water valve/thermostat combos to the shower heads.  The fixtures are "Grohe" brand on SM2K N. 350 (2002).


In 2013, one of these leaked a bit when in use.  General marine stores in the States only sold a white plastic version and a silver metal version.  The metal version is bad because it can scratch the woodwork on an Amel.  Nonetheless, we replaced the forward shower with one of the silver metal spiral versions.


In four countries in Europe we sort of looked for the silver version any time we were out and about.  Found the same white and metal versions as in the U.S.  We once saw the silver rubber version at a plumber's in Santander, but they were closed for the day.


Finally in a plumbing store in Málaga we found it: original Grohe "Silverflex" hose.  You need the 1750mm version, make sure to ask for it.  The 1500mm version is too short.


Grohe Silverflex "TwistFree"

1/2" x 1/2" x 1750mm

28 364 000


Should set you back $15-$20.  I couldn't get the new connectors not to leak unless I put a little PTFE tape in the threads.


Cheerio,


Peregrinus

At anchor Mar Menor, province of Murcia
Replacement of the silver Grohe shower hose

svperegrinus@yahoo.com
 

Peregrinus came with silver rubber hoses going from the water valve/thermostat combos to the shower heads.  The fixtures are "Grohe" brand on SM2K N. 350 (2002).


In 2013, one of these leaked a bit when in use.  General marine stores in the States only sold a white plastic version and a silver metal version.  The metal version is bad because it can scratch the woodwork on an Amel.  Nonetheless, we replaced the forward shower with one of the silver metal spiral versions.


In four countries in Europe we sort of looked for the silver version any time we were out and about.  Found the same white and metal versions as in the U.S.  We once saw the silver rubber version at a plumber's in Santander, but they were closed for the day.


Finally in a plumbing store in Málaga we found it: original Grohe "Silverflex" hose.  You need the 1750mm version, make sure to ask for it.  The 1500mm version is too short.


Grohe Silverflex "TwistFree"

1/2" x 1/2" x 1750mm

28 364 000


Should set you back $15-$20.  I couldn't get the new connectors not to leak unless I put a little PTFE tape in the threads.


Cheerio,


Peregrinus

At anchor Mar Menor, province of Murcia
Re: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Dutchman Boom Brake

eric freedman
 

Hi,

Are you going to be in Colombia for a while?

I am just up the coast from you in Santa Marta.

Fair Winds

Eric

Kimberlite Amel Super Maramu #376

 

 

From: amelyachtowners@... [mailto:amelyachtowners@...]
Sent: Friday, January 29, 2016 2:37 PM
To: amelyachtowners@...
Subject: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Dutchman Boom Brake

 

 

We copied Kimberlite's solution that Eric showed us in NY and have been most happy with it:

 

Take the Amel factory preventers, and duplicate.  Make the lines a bit longer so the unused preventer can run when the boom is on the other side. Leave installed any time you go sailing.  Leave preventers loose (unstopped) if braking is unneeded, such as when going upwind.  You forget they're there.

 

We put one soft shackle on each of the booms, and we attach the preventers to the soft shackle.  Less noise, less scratching, and exactly what Amel does on the 55.  I think it is the same Amel did on the 54?

 

We did, plus we added one block to the mainsail preventers, so the brake is right next to the cockpit (next to the boat's lift point) so it is much, much easier to unlock the brake than with the Amel original.  We love the system.

 

Funny thing is, we've been carrying a brand new Wichard boom brake in its original box since a little before we met Eric.  Someday when we get back Stateside we'll put it on eBay!

 

Cheerio,

 

Peregrinus

SM2K n. 350

At anchor, Mar Menor (near Cartagena)

 

 
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