3 for 3 this weekend, rounding it out with a sail on Barba Roja again to wind down the weekend. Conditions were cooler than yesterday, with a bit more breeze. We sailed up the river, and made it just past Clarke's landing before turning around. We enjoyed a snack as we ran back to the bridge, and finished with a reach back home. A fun way to round out a great return to sailing after far too long off the water.
Century Club: Jonathan Nepini
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Number of days:
1 day
Fat Molly sailing under spinnaker
Out today for the first time on Kevin & Paige's new Beneteau 36.7 "Fat Molly". We headed out in pleasantly warm conditions and light-ish breeze. At their request we set a spinnaker and headed towards the bridge, ultimately dousing as we couldn't quite make the angle. We sailed up to the bridge, then rendezvoused with Barba Roja for a crew exchange. We beat out towards Drum Point, and set up one more spinnaker run. A beautiful day on a top-notch boat with great company - what's not to like?
Friday, February 27, 2026
Number of days:
1 day
A fine crew in the golden hour light
Finally back on the water after a far too long hiatus due to unreasonably cold weather, snow, ice, etc. We took a nice ride up towards the bridge and enjoyed pleasant conditions, pleasant company, and a great view. Hoping the worst of winter is behind us finally, it's been a brutal one this year.
Monday, January 19, 2026
Number of days:
1 day
Bundled up for a sail
Out for a quick, frigid sail on Barba Roja today. Nice to be out there and get some sunshine, but I wouldn't complain about some warmer temps.
Sunday, January 18, 2026 to Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Number of days:
3 days
The damage
Sanded to bamboo
3 layers of glass and epoxy
One more layer of epoxy, sanded to 2000 grit, and buffed to gloss
The finished result
Getting a few winter boat work days in on a new paddleboard before the season. I repaired a ding through the bamboo veneer top with 3 layers of glass and epoxy and polished to a mirror shine. Good as new and ready for the season, just need some warm weather now!
Thursday, January 1, 2026
Number of days:
1 day
The new year crew
Starting the year off right on Barba Roja, as has become tradition. We had a big group out on the boat, and went for a short sail towards the bridge in frigid conditions. Despite the cold temps it was fun to see friends and get a sail in.
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Number of days:
1 day
Out on Barba Roja for a sail on the winter solstice. Conditions started out light so we headed for the Bay to find some breeze. Conditions quickly turned quite gusty, and we rolled in some headsail to manage the conditions. We turned around after a bit and beat up towards the bridge. When we got there, we encountered several simultaneous problems and had to kick the motor on to avoid clipping a piling. Afterwards, we enjoyed a leisurely sail home. A great way to get some fresh air and sunshine on a cold day despite a bit of calamity in the process.
Saturday, December 13, 2025
Number of days:
1 day
Barba Roja, as decorated by the high school team
Good times with great friends
Out this evening for the annual Solomons Lighted Boat Parade. A pleasant evening and warmer weather than anticipated made for a fun ride with great company. Fewer boats than usual this year, but plenty of enthusiasm and beautifully decorated boats.
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Number of days:
1 day
The new kite
Out for a quick sail on Barba Roja. Just the barest breath of wind allowed us to test out an asymmetric spinnaker Steve picked up for free. An interesting concept but way too small for the boat. Still nice to get out there and enjoy some fresh air.
Sunday, November 23, 2025
Number of days:
1 day
Sailing with a reacher up
Out on Bad Cat for the last fall frostbite race of 2025. Pleasant conditions and better than expected breeze made for a nice ride. I helped trim main, and we flew two headsails depending on the leg of the race. We had a great time and snagged a 2nd overall in the series.