Cruising Resources: Self-defence and Deterring Attacks

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Security: Tracking a Stolen Dinghy

Dinghy thefts are a regular occurrence in some of the more popular anchorages in and around the Caribbean Islands, so long-time Caribbean cruiser David Lyman, went looking for an effective...

Published 1 year ago
Updated 1 year ago

INSIGHTS: Security for Cruisers - What can we do to keep ourselves safe?

After being robbed at gunpoint while at anchor in the Las Perlas Islands, Panama, almost 12 months ago, Michelle Shultz wrote this article for Noonsite to spark conversation about what...

Published 2 years ago
Updated 5 months ago

Dinghy Security for Cruisers: Lock It or Lose It!

An informative article by Ken Goodings for Caribbean Compass. As a liveaboard cruiser for nearly a decade, he shares some notes on how he secures his dinghy and outboard motor...

Published 4 years ago
Updated 5 months ago

Piracy: New Guidance from RYA and World Sailing

The Royal Yachting Association and World Sailing have published new guidance for cruisers regarding piracy and safety abroad, particularly for yacht skippers who may be considering a passage through the...

Published 4 years ago
Updated 5 months ago

Securing your Dinghy and Outboard

Experienced cruiser Ken Goodings, moderator of the Caribbean Navigator Facebook group, gives some good advice on how to properly secure your dinghy and outboard.

Published 4 years ago
Updated 5 months ago

Cape Verde: The Problems that follow a Daylight Robbery

While walking from Mindelo to Salamansa in the Cape Verde Islands, German sailors Ralf Reiter and his partner Gaby were violently attacked and robbed of cash and their cell phones....

Published 5 years ago

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