SDA211 Don’t Grab Her Tail: New Sail, Shark Pets & Keel Patch

Dark Angel can finally sail again thanks to a generous friend, and apparently we now have an attention-seeking shark who expects pets on demand. Then I’m underwater in a bikini trying to patch our damaged keel as we keep chasing progress one fix at a time

In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, after months without a headsail, we finally rig the beautiful jib/genoa donated by our friend and fellow cruiser and turn Dark Angel into a proper sailboat again. Then a very friendly shark insists on pets from the sugar scoops. And thanks to another generous cruiser who handed us some seriously pricey Splash Zone epoxy, I slip into my work bikini and try to patch our damaged keel.

⚠️ Lightning Strike Update
We were directly struck by lightning. Navigation systems, running lights, anchor lights, work lights, a large freezer, and even our keel were damaged. We're still facing VAT, duty, exchange rates, customs brokerage, and a costly haul-out for keel repairs in the Dominican Republic. Current items still needing repair/replacement include our Isotherm freezer in the saloon, our AIS and keel repairs.
Also, our newly replaced wind instruments aren't working. Facing shipping and customs for replacement.

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🍹 Rum tasting article in Latitudes and Attitudes magazine – it’s delicious!
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🌊 Our Bahamas snorkeling article (also in Lats & Atts)
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