Sailing from Salvador to Cape Town…
Photo Gallery from our second Atlantic crossing this year. Sailing from Salvador de Bahia, Brazil to Cape Town, South Africa on board HIR3…
Poreč – Dubrovnik – Zadar… 500 miles…
The time has come to put HIR3 and ourselves to the first real test. We have finally sailed offshore 300 miles non-stop from Poreč to Dubrovnik and then another 200 miles to Zadar.
I have been working on the HIR for a week on dry berth and then another week in the marina before she was ready to set sail.
My crew came to Poreč, we went shopping and had a few drinks before going to sleep. We sailed out around 7am with a light breeze and rain, but eventually the rain stopped, the breeze freshened and during the night we had strong bora (about 30 knots). We sailed with double reefed main and jib without any major problems except that it was really cold… We had moderate wind the next day and ideal night sailing afterwards. It took us 58 hours sailing to get to a new marina in Slano. We celebrated with a special Captain Morgan Black Spiced Rum;)
We broke the table in the salon and a few wooden pieces in the interior, but other than that, the boat behaved great and we enjoyed the ride.
Good boat, good crew, good times:)…
Join us! Set sail on board HIR3 in one of our next adventures… sasa.fegic@gmail.com
18 – 25.5. One-Way Sailing: Poreč – Split
25 – 28.5. Komiška regatta: Split – Komiža – Split
28.5. – 3.6. One-Way Sailing: Split – Zadar
3 – 7.6. One-Way Sailing: Zadar – Rijeka
10.6. Fiumanka: Rijeka
11 – 14.6. One-Way Sailing: Rijeka – Zadar
14 – 18.6. Long Weekend: Zadar – Kornati – Zadar
18 – 21.6. One-Way Sailing: Zadar – Split
21 – 25.6. Long weekend: Split – Vis
25.6. – 2.7. One-Way Sailing: Split – Poreč
Everyone is invited to join me… In case you decide to be part of this fantastic project full of awesome sailing, easy life, good parties, great food and excellent company, you will need to accept some terms and conditions:
1. We kindly ask for a small donation for the project and sailing expenses are shared by the crew,
2. HIR 3 is a great boat, but she is an old lady that has her own will and sometimes we will need to accommodate her so she is happy as we are:)
3. There are maximum of 5 spaces on the boat so in the case of a big request, the choice of crew will be left on the captain (big boobs have the priority;)
4. We will all participate with the duties on board in relation with your capabilities, so if you do not now how to sail, do not worry, there is always some toilet to clean:)
5. It is obligatory for everyone to have a good time!
HIR 3 across 3 OCEANS…
HIR 3 is getting ready for another great adventure…
We will sail around the World!
I am inviting everyone who is interested to join us for a day, weekend, week or an ocean crossing… This year will be a test for HIR and the crew. It will be a great opportunity to get to now each other and the boat and sailing with us in the Adriatic is mandatory for anyone who would like to join us in our great adventure…
If You would like to join us on board HIR 3, please read and accept our Terms and Conditions in the Crew Agreement and fill out the Crew Application form HERE!
CONTACT: sasa.fegic@gmail.com
Skipper is the master of a small fishing, trading or pleasure boat…
Definition of Skipper: the master of a ship; especially: the master of a fishing, small trading, or pleasure boat.
Top five reasons why you should hire a Skipper:
1. A good Skipper can tell you quite a few tips and tricks and you can learn how to maneuver the boat, trim the sails properly and anchor safely.
2. An experienced Skipper will plan the route for you, so you can swim in nice bays, visit cool places and eat in great restaurants.
3. A Skipper will be able to find a berth and anchor the boat safely where you otherwise couldn’t do it yourself.
4. In case of a breakdown (e.g. engine failure), a Skipper will know how to fix it, or will be able to find someone who can.
5. You can relax and enjoy your sailing experience knowing you are in good hands.
…so get in touch & let’s set sail;) sasa.fegic@gmail.com
2016 is coming to an end, so maybe now is the best time to decide on a New Year’s resolution: More sailing!
2016 is coming to an end, so maybe now is the best time to decide on a New Year’s resolution. Well, Sherlock Holmes would say: ‘ It’s elementary, my dear Watson!’… More sailing!
My plan for the first 6 months of 2017:
05 – 14.4. Offshore: Poreč – Dubrovnik – Zadar
14 – 17.4. Easter: Zadar – Kornati – Zadar
21 – 23.4. Regatta Gladuša: Zadar – Sali – Zadar
23 – 28.4. One-Way Sailing: Zadar – Poreč
18 – 25.5. One-Way Sailing: Poreč – Split
25 – 28.5. Komiška regatta: Split – Komiža – Split
28.5. – 3.6. One-Way Sailing: Split – Zadar
3 – 7.6. One-Way Sailing: Zadar – Rijeka
10.6. Fiumanka: Rijeka
11 – 14.6. One-Way Sailing: Rijeka – Zadar
14 – 18.6. Long Weekend: Zadar – Kornati – Zadar
18 – 21.6. One-Way Sailing: Zadar – Split
21 – 25.6. Long weekend: Split – Vis
25.6. – 2.7. One-Way Sailing: Split – Poreč
Everyone is invited to join me… In case you decide to be part of this fantastic project full of awesome sailing, easy life, good parties, great food and excellent company, you will need to accept some terms and conditions:
1. We kindly ask for a small donation for the project and sailing expenses are shared by the crew,
2. HIR 3 is a great boat, but she is an old lady that has her own will and sometimes we will need to accommodate her so she is happy as we are:)
3. There are maximum of 5 spaces on the boat so in the case of a big request, the choice of crew will be left on the captain (big boobs have the priority;)
4. We will all participate with the duties on board in relation with your capabilities, so if you do not now how to sail, do not worry, there is always some toilet to clean:)
5. It is obligatory for everyone to have a good time!
E-mail me for more info… sasa.fegic@gmail.com
20 cool gift ideas for a sailor…
20 cool gift ideas for a sailor…
Wichard Offshore knife has a serrated blade that can cut through Dyneema, and is available with a combined shackle key/marlinspike.
The Olaf Urban combines four products in one: a kick-scooter, a trolley, a backpack and a skateboard. It’s a cool way to ting around in foreign marinas and towns.
Free Wheeling blends rowing with outboard motors to produce a clever lightweight solution for your tender. It uses a 3:1 gear ratio contained in the collar by the handle, driving a high-pitch propeller to provide a smooth, silent and fuel-less means of manual propulsion in either direction.
The RAW Pro Head Torch is a waterproof, light weight, high power white and red beam head torch. Engineered specifically to excel in the harsh marine environment, you can rely on it in any situation.
DrSails is a fast curing epoxy that can be used on sails plus most materials in virtually all conditions – including underwater – so it can even help patch a hole below the waterline.
Spinlock 2 Clip & 1 Link Safety Line for staying safe on board. Up to 50% lighter and more compact than conventional safety lines.
Musto Windstopper Hat is styled in the manner of a traditional woolly hat but with a technical twist, it contains a Windstopper membrane to cut out the windchill and keep you warm while maintaining breathability. Warm and comfortable in the coldest conditions.
Stay ready for the expected (and unexpected) no matter where you are with everything you need to stay safe and take your adventure further with a Leatherman Signal.
Dubarry Crosshaven sailing boots are offering optimum performance out at sea, these waterproof men’s sailing boots have an essential non slip sole and also feature a reinforced toe and heel due to the D-chassis system which adds extra support and protection.
9. iPad with Navionics in a waterproof case
iPad with Navionics in a waterproof case is the ultimate gadget for navigation, but also keeping a logbook, answering e-mails and a lot more…
Garmin GPSMAP 64s handheld navigator features a 2.6” sunlight-readable screen and a high-sensitivity GPS and GLONASS receiver with a quad helix antenna for superior reception. It’s rugged and waterproof and comes with a barometric altimeter and a 3-axis compass. It wirelessly connects to a smartphone to allow Live Tracking and Smart Notification.
GoPro HERO5 Black is the most powerful and easy to use GoPro ever, thanks to its 4K video, voice control, one-button simplicity, touch display and waterproof design.
Strida is the first completely new bicycle geometry in 95 years. Inside a triangular frame, the power is transferred to the rear wheel via a silent clean Kevlar belt. The genius of the triangular frame is that it can quickly fold.
SeaPack provides emergency hydration fluids from saltwater sources. Seapack utilizes a passive osmotic process and it is the easiest desalination technology available.
The most rugged, durable, weatherproof phone and tablet recharger on the market, no rubber plugs needed. Charge up from USB or included solar panel. The Venture 30 packs the power you need to keep those small devices, cameras and tablets charged no matter the elements you may be out battling. With an IPX6 weatherproof rating and 7800mAh the Venture will keep everything running smoothly.
The Scrubba Wash Bag is the world’s smallest washing machine, it is a modern take on the old fashioned washboard and twice as effective as hand washing.
The designer Peter Jessen has again proven his ability with this Petrolux DELITE light in which he has combined technical perfection and solid hand-craftsmanship with wonderfully beautiful design. Stainless-steel body and shade, clean satin finish.
17. OMEGA Seamaster Diver ETNZ Limited Edition
In honor of the yachtsmen of Emirates Team New Zealand, OMEGA Seamaster comes in a limited edition of 2,013 pieces and features a regatta start countdown indicator, a matte black ceramic bezel, and a black rubber strap with red detailing throughout.
The DeLorme inReach Explorer would be appreciated by any cruising sailor. This handy device lets the user not only share their location, but also send and receive text messages from anywhere on the globe using the Iridium satellite network.
19. Strahl unbreakable wine glasses
Strahl glasses is made of a high quality polycarbonate, a remarkable material that enables us to produce beverageware products with the clarity and elegance of glass, it doesn’t shatter, making it an ideal and extremely safe alternative to glass.
Rudy Project sailing sunglasses offer protection from falls and knocks thanks to the Safety Project system, lightweight, thanks to the use of innovative materials such as Kynetium, Grilamid, carbon and titanium, protection from the wind and from any kind of shock thanks to the ImpactX technology lenses, guaranteed unbreakable for life. protection from UV rays and excellent vision in all weather conditions thanks to the polarized glasses with photochromic lenses. These, besides automatically adapting to any changes in light, eliminate glare caused by the reflection of rays on the water that fatigue the eye and facilitate reading of the instrument panel.
On our first sailing trip from Kraljevica to Kornati and back to Poreč, we covered about 350 miles… and our adventure is only beginning! If you would like to join us, please contact me…
HIR has been in Kraljevica Shipyard on dry berth for almost three months now… I am a patient man, but even I became nervous and was thinking if I would ever set sail…. but then, finally… After we’ve put new antifouling, engine was fixed, mast step and all shrouds and lifelines were replaced, we painted the mast, put the new windex on top, roll system was serviced, new halyards were in place and mast was stepped and trimmed properly… we were ready to sail away:)!
There is still a lot of work to be done, but housing sails and first sailing on board HIR 3 after more than two years of refit deserved a proper champagne and whiskey that I opened after I’ve put a coin under the mast…
Gone sailing… finally! What a great feeling! 🙂
On our first sailing trip from Kraljevica to Kornati and back to Poreč, we covered about 350 miles… and our adventure is only beginning! If you would like to join us, please just fill out this form: http://goo.gl/forms/CTH1fivtGpAG2pPt1
HIR 3 is getting ready for another great adventure… We will sail around the World! There is still a lot of work to be done, but she will soon be ready for sailing in the home waters of the Adriatic, so I am inviting everyone who is interested to join us…
HIR 3 is getting ready for another great adventure… We will sail around the World! There is still a lot of work to be done, but she will soon be ready for sailing in the home waters of the Adriatic, so I am inviting everyone who is interested to join us for a day, weekend, week or an ocean crossing… This year will be a test for HIR and the crew. It will be a great opportunity to get to know each other and the boat and sailing in the Adriatic is mandatory for anyone who would like to join us in our great adventure…
You can find a table with dates and ports which I plan to visit at the end of this post. Unfortunately (or not) the plans on the sea can change easily, so when you plan your trip, please be flexible as much as possible. A few days of bad weather can change all the plans and we will need to adjust our schedule in relation with the meteorological conditions.
In case you decide to be part of this fantastic project full of awesome sailing, easy life, good parties, great food and excellent company, you will need to accept some terms and conditions that the captain of the boat will require:
1. We kindly ask for a small donation for the project and sailing expenses are shared by the crew,
2. HIR 3 is a great boat, but she is an old lady that has her own will and sometimes we will need to accommodate her so she is happy as we are:)
3. There are maximum of 5 spaces on the boat so in the case of a big request, the choice of crew will be left on the captain (big boobs have the priority;)
4. We will all participate on the duties on board in relation with your capabilities, so if you do not now how to sail, do not worry, there is always some toilet to clean:)
5. It is obligatory for all the crew to have a good time!
2016 HIR 3 Sailing Advendure Calendar:
11.6. Regatta Fiumanka – Rijeka – 120€
22-26.6. Rota Palagruzona (Split-Komiža-Palagruža) – 200€
1-3.7. Festival Gospa od Tarca (Zadar-Kornati) – 200€
7-11.9. Festival Dani u Vali (Split-Starigrad) – 270€
17-18.9. La Mula de Parenzo – Poreč
24.9. Mrdujska Regatta – Split – 160€
9.10. Regatta Barcolana – Trieste – 160€
13-16.10. Viška Regatta (Split-Vis-Split) – 240€
22.10. Regatta Zadarska Koka – Zadar – 130€
10-20.11. Offshore Sailing – (Poreč-Dubrovnik-Poreč) – 320€
3-7.12. St. Nicholas festival (Split-Komiža) – 130€
E-mail me for more info… sasa.fegic@gmail.com
Can you really gather an ideal crew for sailing, or is it just a myth? I like to think that you can. I would rather sail with a complete beginner who has the most important qualities written below, than with a world champion who lacks at least one of these.
Can you really gather an ideal crew for sailing, or is it just a myth? I like to think that you can. Everyone is different and there are no rules here. Some skippers require total obedience, others perfect fitness and sailing skills. I even found one piece of advice that says, I quote: ‘The only way to find a good crew is to marry one’. Great advice. I would love to do it, but a perfect marriage is probably also a holy grail that is as difficult to find as a perfect crew member.
I have sailed with many different crews over the years and I came to a conclusion that sailing skills are not important at all. I am experienced enough that I can teach sailing and seamanship to almost anyone, but I am not a wizard and I cannot change anyones personality. I would rather sail with a complete beginner who has the most important qualities written below, than with a world champion who lacks at least one of these.
1. Tolerance
Without a doubt, the most important quality for a crew member is tolerance. You have to be able to tolerate other peoples habits and flaws and be very diplomatic when resolving problems and talking about mistakes that were made.
2. Determination
Crew member must be determined that he/she really wants to sail on that boat, otherwise when even the smallest problems occur, people will quit. Determined crew will overcome everything to reach the goal, from bad weather to bad cooking.
3. Good will
If you really want to sail, you will probably make an effort to make it happen no matter what. A good will is definitely one of the most important requirements for a crew member.
4. Improvisation
It helps if a crew member is a mechanic, electrician or a doctor, but knowing how to improvise on the boat is the most important skill of all. Out on the ocean, you never have the right parts or tools, but if you know how to think out of the box, you will always be able to sort out everything reasonably well.
5 Sense of adventure
You have to be at least a little adventurous to set sail and to be able to really enjoy it, because you are actually going into unknown and you have to be ready to deal with anything that comes up your way.
I will give everyone a chance, so anyone who would like to join Hir 3 as a crew should apply for one of the sailing trips in the Adriatic in 2016. I will announce the dates and routes soon…
I have also found a list of qualities that ideal racing crew would have:
1. Unquestioning obedience,
2. Doesn’t mind getting wet, cold and bored,
3. Doesn’t bruise easily,
4. Doesn’t complain when bruised,
5. Strong, silent and agile,
6. Enjoys being blamed for things that aren’t his fault,
7. Has a bent towards telepathy,
8. Impeccable time-keeper and recorder of courses,
9. Naturally good eyesight for spotting distant buoys (desirable magnification on ordinary eyes: 4×30)
10. Likes winning
11. Very good when loosing
12. Preferred hobbies: sewing, woodwork and swimming.
All I really want for Christmas this year is to set sail with my crew… but on the more practical side, here is a list of Top 10 Christmas gifts for a sailor this year…
I have been working on the boat for a year and a half now and it seems that finally the day when we will be able to set sail is getting close, so I guess that all I want for Christmas this year is to set sail with my crew… but on the more practical side, here is my list of Top 15 gifts for Christmas this year…
Keeping your feet dry and warm in bad weather is important. Unfortunately, I only have simple rubber boots that are ok, but not great, so I would really love to have the proper Dubarry boots.
I’ve had a few multitools so far, but all of them have a tendency to jump overboard, so it would really be nice to have a proper Leatherman again.
Warm hat is a must for me in cold weather, so a good, nice and warm and windstopper hat would be great.
During the summer, it’s impossible for me to spend a day on a boat without a hat. I’ve had a few so far, but being constantly exposed to the sun, these wear off quickly, so I’d like a new Musto hat.
iPhone is a nice and useful toy on board for checking the weather forecast, navigation software, e-mails… but they don’t mix well with water, so a good waterproof case would be nice to have.
I would like to start preparing and planning for crossing oceans and for that I need proper nautical charts for passage planning.
7. Captain Morgan Black Spiced Rum
A bottle of fine rum is a must on every boat. My favorite is Captain Morgan Black Spiced Rum.
There are so many beautiful moments that I would like to capture on camera. The one i have on my iPhone is ok, but a proper DSLR Nikon Camera would really make a difference between good and great photos.
Probably the coolest thing to put your boat documents in is a carbon fiber legal portfolio by RAGGEDedge Gear.
A good headlamp is a must for night sailing. The best one on the market is Navisafe Headlamp with a red light to preserve night vision, a white floodlight to light the whole sail, and an ultra-powerful distance light shining up to 70 m plus tilt function for exact and comfortable beam positioning.
11. Boatowner’s Mechanical and Electrical Manual
This manual takes both novice and experienced boatowner through minor to major repairs of electrical systems, engines, electronics, steering systems, generators, pumps, cookers, spars and rigging. Boatowner’s Mechanical and Electrical Manual deserves to come standard with every boat.
12. Handheld GPS Garmin Montana 600
A handheld GPS is a must for a sailor these days. Great to use as a backup, or even as a primary navigation aid. Garmin Montana 600 is at the moment the best model. It has big 4′ touchscreen, waterproof and supports multiple mapping options.
13. Spinlock Deckwest 5D 170N Pro Sensor Safety Harness
Safety first! A mandatory equipment for every sailor on offshore passages. Spinlock Deckwest 5D 170N Pro Sensor Safety Harness is very light, comfortable design for use over long periods.
On board, Wichard ProLine Safety Harnesses are an essential element in safety. ORC compliant with quick release snap shackles.
PLB McMurdo Fast Find 220 is a lifesaving beacon with buoyancy pouch included designed for marine enthusiasts and adventurers.
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LET’S SET SAIL!!! 🙂
Voilier 'HIR 3' 