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5-15-2007
Jude Stratton
Wirral GB
Hi Mike, Pat Good to see the voyage is moving along nicely - try and make the effort to see St Malo as you prepare to cross into the Bay of Biscay - definately a nice picturesk town and worth the visit. Jude
5-15-2007
Graham and Helen Jewitt
Scarborough GB
Hi Trust you are both well as we are here. Keep up the voyaging Luv Moose and Boyo
5-15-2007
John Barlow
US
Hey Nice to see you met up with Mike and Sheila then Good luck with the rest of the trip
5-16-2007
Bryan Holland
Beadnell, Northumberland, GB
This is far removed from playing golf in your retirement
5-16-2007
Lori & Clive
East Grinstead GB
Hi Guys - Fair winds and sunny skies.......stay safe web pages are great!!
5-16-2007
Jim Taylor
www.southshieldsmoviemakers.co.uk
Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, GB
Hi Mike Thanks for the update. I have forwarded the email to a few others who, I am sure will be interested e.g. George Ross - he has now dragged himself into the 21st century and got broadband at last. You seem to be having a wonderful time - keep it up. I can't remember if I told you that I've resigned from the SYC - too many other irons in the fire - so you and Dave Robson are about the only sailors I keep in touch with now. Keep the updates coming. Bon voyage, Jim
5-16-2007
Martin
BB
Hello - I was just told about your site by a mutual friend who I understand will be crossing the pond with you later in the year - make sure you come and look us up in Barbados when you arrive in the New World!
5-16-2007
Ellen & Tom Collin
Duerham GB
5-16-2007
Ellen & Tom Collin
Durham GB
5-16-2007
Ellen & Tom Collin
Durham GB
5-17-2007
Ian Robertson
Sunderland GB
5-17-2007
Peter Mitchell
Sunderland GB
Hi, nice to hear that you are cracking on. Pity the weather hasn't been very kind to you. The weather has been poor here too, I've only been out in Hlin once since lift-in. By the way the white van disappeared last week. Cheers Peter.
5-18-2007
keith(shannon rose)cubby
sunderland GB
sorry i missed party and send off,have been hospitalised twice and holidaying in dubai and canada since i last spoke to mike or yourself.hope all going as planned.
5-18-2007
thomas cubby
sunderland, millfield, GB
my brother Keith told me about this so I thought I would have a look for myself, very interesting I shall add it to my favs.
5-18-2007
Anth Topping
Sunderland GB
Hi Mike and Pat, hope the next leg of your journey goes well,just managed to read last update, very interesting and informative to a land lubber like me Best Wishes Anth
5-22-2007
andrew mackenzie
Pakenham GB
Who's that old sot with the tulip in the old frinds photo?
6-6-2007
brenda michael
chester -le-street, codurham, GB
6-6-2007
carl hall
bowling green, ohio, US
keep an eye out for 'Easy Go' and the two from Canada. they are Bob & Kathy Groves. they are soon on their way across the pond...
6-7-2007
David Grant
Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, CA
Just had a look at your website and it gives me hope for the future - last year we were given a Samson 37 C-Bird sloop and are in the process of rebuilding it. It was, luckily, stored in a barn for about 15 years, unfortunately it became the home for generations of squirrels, but we are working along - new deckhouse is almost finished. Good Luck David Grant
6-7-2007
Pat & Mike
www.el-lobo.co.uk
US
Hi Grant, thanks for your good wishes. It's good to know there are a few more Samsons about. You will find her a good sea boat, and we would like to hear of your progress. Do you have a web page?
6-7-2007
Pat & Mike
FR
Thanks Carl. I don't know if we'll bump into them but we'll keep a look out. Cheers Pat & Mike
6-8-2007
doggybag
www.bargaenws.com
barga, lucca, IT
Just a quick hello from Barga .... shame you didn't let barganews.com know some of the background to your stay in Barga as it would have made a great article .... but we will watch your progress around the globe with interest ciao
6-11-2007
Trevor Atkinson
Cramlington, Northumberland, GB
Mike, Good to talk to you the other night. As I said, Shirl and I were out walking at Whitley Bay and as I gazed across a tranquil North Sea I thought wondered where my old mate may be. Just been looking at all the Photos and Shirley commented how SLIM you were looking! I am planning your party in Auckland with the NZ part of the family! Lots of Love to Pat and Keep safe
6-29-2007
paul callander
sunderland GB
hope everything is going well for you see you back in the wba when you get back good luck
6-29-2007
Pat & Mike
GB
Hi to all in Barga, Thanks for your good wishes for our voyage. We could have let you know about us when we were there but it was Margaret and John's weekend so I supppose it's best the way it turned out. I hope our little web page will give Barga a little more publicity and you get many more visitors to such a beautiful place. Ciao Pat & Mike
6-30-2007
Alec Renwick
www.nemaritimetrust.co.uk
GB
Hi Mike and Pat, Pleased you are making such good progress and enjoying the trip so far. I have an NEMT newsletter which is updated with your progress, I will send you a coppy bey Email soon. Take care and good sailing.
7-2-2007
Mark Mew
Stockton GB
I'm fully enjoying your adventures. Keep looking up the different places on a map. Keep it up and good luck.
7-3-2007
keith(shannon rose)cubby
www.oakfieldclose46.com
sunderland GB
hi folks,just a short note.reading latest logs,looks like the lobo-hobo,s have finally left home waters,keep it up and best wishes fom the shannon and crew.
7-3-2007
Mel.Dalzell
US
7-3-2007
Mel.Dalzell
GB
keep safe
7-5-2007
Charles Pocklington
Sunderland GB
the best of British luck on your voyage and hope the weather is kind to you both, "bon voyage" Regard's Charlie,
7-11-2007
Barry Magill
Hexham GB
Just keeping an eye on what you are getting up to. Have a great time. All that Hartlepool training will be coming into it's own now!!! Good sailing.
7-18-2007
Pauline Pender
Hebburn GB
Read your story in the summer 2007 edition of the Durham Peeler lent to me by a friend; I admire your spirit of adventure. Good Luck - I will visit your website regularly to see how you're doing.
7-20-2007
doreen davies
US
7-28-2007
john bruce
sunderland, tyne and wear, GB
Good to see that you are progressing well.Hope the weather remains kind for your sailing. Regards john.
7-31-2007
DAVE & MARJ
US
Hi hope all is well looking forward to your next update
8-2-2007
Barbara Blenkinsop
Chester-le-Street, Durham, UY
Hi Pat (and Mike) Sounds (and looks) as though you are having fun! Jack & Jenny Blair asked me to send their love and I will keep them up to date on progress. Which is better - sailing in the rain or golfing in the rain? Believe me you have missed nothing! This is what happens when we let Chris Bonney be Captain again!
8-2-2007
Brian & Jean Mackenzie
www.lordmackenzie.com
Durham GB
Bon Voyage........
8-4-2007
Richard Thorpe
Treguier, Cote D'Amour, FR
Hi Pat and Mike, Just got back from sailing the South Coast of England in my chum's Sadler 32 ..... you might get some solice from the fact that we had lousy weather too and only got as far as Plymouth before we gave it up as a bad job.... I jumped ship there and left the poor old sods to plod on in despondency and gloom. You seem to be meeting with success at last... good for you. Jacqueline sends her very best wishes ... we really enjoyed your company. I didn't know about your footie outing with Pat and Tony until I read your log... I support Newcastle United ....the stripe is the same colours as the Breton flag ... that's the only reason so I hope Pat will forgive me.We will be following your progress with much interest Take care and good luck, Richard and Jacqueline
8-8-2007
Peter and Val Walker - yacht 'Daisy of Pin Mill'
GB
Nice to see you are making good progress now after our l....ong stay in Guernsey. We are watching your excellent web-site with interest. Good sailing, love Peter and Val.
8-9-2007
Paul Robinson
Goole, Yorkshire, GB
Good luck on your travels.I have just bought a 36'ferro ketch in Boston,Mass,the adventure starts next year! Paul
8-11-2007
graeme hope & family (moonshadow)
s/land GB
great to hear from you hope your enjoying your travels watching your progress online love all our lot xxx.
8-12-2007
David Grant
Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, CA
Our ferro boat is coming along - Dilbert the sandblaster has finally finished - now it is grind and fair time... The boat is presently insured on the hard only, with no hope here in Canada for "in the water" insurance - just wondering with which company do you insure El Lobo????? Cheers David Grant
8-12-2007
David Grant
Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, CA
Our ferro boat is coming along - Dilbert the sandblaster has finally finished - now it is grind and fair time... The boat is presently insured on the hard only, with no hope here in Canada for "in the water" insurance - just wondering with which company do you insure El Lobo????? Cheers David Grant
8-12-2007
David Grant
Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, CA
Our ferro boat is coming along - Dilbert the sandblaster has finally finished - now it is grind and fair time... The boat is presently insured on the hard only, with no hope here in Canada for "in the water" insurance - just wondering with which company do you insure El Lobo????? Cheers David Grant
8-13-2007
dave & Sandra wildridge
guisborough , cleveland, GB
just sailed the big pond from nyork to s'ampton on qm2, looked for el lobo but no joy, hope all is well all our best wishes Dave & San.
8-13-2007
Brenda and Roger
washington GB
Hope everything is going OK. Flat is sold and we are both fine. Jed is a big boy now and seems to know what his bits are for. We are off to Canada in 4 weeks time and wil be away for nearly 4 weeks.
8-13-2007
Margaret whittaker
London GB
Hi Guys Web page looks fantastic! Give us a ring and hopefully we can meet up in six weeks Love Son-in-law & Daughter
9-1-2007
carl hall
bowling green, ohio, US
Thanks for the very well done update. I follow a number of boats and enjoy all. If you meet Bob & Kathy Groves <easygo@yahoo.ca> on 'Easy Go' tell them hello. They are in Azores the Madeira and the Canaries.
9-1-2007
Peter
Sunderland GB
Hi you two, I was in La Rochelle years ago and thought it was a lovely place. Unfortunately it wasn't in a boat, but with the kids in a caravan. Summer has arrived at last in Sunlun, I had a great sail with a force 4 W'ly in my shirt sleeves. You seem to be having fun. Luv Pete
9-4-2007
Mike roberts
Plymouth GB
Good to see that you are still making progress dispite the weather. regards Mike & Gill Scarborough Fair (Channel islands)
9-5-2007
colin.l.patterson mb MONARCH
south shields GB
really pleased to follow your adventures,you both look infine fettle.hope weather changes for the best.cynthia is improving all the time and i have being told my duties as nurse are acredit,the only problem is dont the thights stick up yr bum.safe voyage god bless love colin &cynthia
9-8-2007
Anth Topping
Sunderland US
Hi Pat & Mike, pleased to see you are enjoying france. I just got back from my neices who lives there in a little hamlet called Anveau near the village of Brigeuiel nearest town being St. Junien in the Charente district.Do try the pineau while you are there!Keep up the excellent work on the website along with the images.In the charente district there is a national memorial to a village that was raised to the ground by the Germans in 1944 and left as a memorial to remind people of the atrocities that took place. If you get the chance it is well worth a visit.It is call Oradour sur Glane, but is some way inland. Best wishes Anth
9-8-2007
maureen poppy flora
sunderland US
saw your sister, baby ella and stella they brought us up to date sn your adventure.safe sailing to you both
9-8-2007
stacey sutherlanbd and paul topping
sunderland, england, GB
Hi mike and pat, hope all is well out there. just thought we'd check your progress, take care, stacey paul and amelia-grace
9-11-2007
Sean Morrow
Not got one
Plymouth, Devon, GB
9-18-2007
Pat & Mike
www.el-lobo.co.uk
GB
Reply to David Grant re insurance Sorry to have taken so long to reply. We have had computer problems. We are insured with Yachtmasters Insurance here in the UK. They are the only company we found that would give us comprehensive insurance. They usually ask that the boat is professionally built (ours wasn't) but we luckily had photographs and documentation of the build overseen by the British Cement Company (no longer in existence) so with a recent full survey they have insured us. I think they only insure British registered boats but they may be able to put you in touch with some similar insurers in Canada. Good luck. Cheers Pat & Mike
9-18-2007
Barry Wood
Chester le Street GB
Just found you in the Peeler Mag. Good luck. Will keep looking at your web site
9-18-2007
Barry Wood
chester le street GB
10-3-2007
barbara
www.gardenhousedurham.co.uk
durham, earth, GB
Hello jolly sailors Am enjoying following your voyage. Hope your finger is ok Pat. We're off to Majorca in a few weeks with our friends. Looking forward to some warm weather. You are not missing any thing here - summer lousy, autumn cool and dull! Have a great time. Love Barbara P.S. Who are you?
10-3-2007
stacey sutherland
sunderland GB
hi mike and pat, just checking out ya progress, hope ya's are getting some good weather, weather here in sunderland is pretty good considering its october, any way take care
10-3-2007
Mark Mew
Stockton GB
The on going gripping story of El-lobo. I love the pics and the running commentary, I don't under stand all the technical sailing terms but not suprising, a very poor captain taught me to sail...haa..haa. Hope your enjoying it and it hasn't become a chore. 24 more years and i may have ago myself. Excellent well done. Best wishes Mark Mew
10-3-2007
Tom Baxter
Durham US
Dorothy Mullen passed on your adventures to me. Good luck to you both, being an ex sailor, keep the rum bottle handy.
11-4-2007
Dave & San Wildridge
Guisborough, Cleveland, GB
Hope all's well on 'El Lobo' and the El Atlantico is muy tanquilo. We sent our best wishes and look forward to meeting up on the virgin isles (if there are any left) when our boat comes in (courtesy 'El Lotto)aka 'The Big One' Love & best wishes. Hasta la vista babes y buen navigacion. D @ S aka los salvajes !!!! 04.11.07
11-4-2007
Dave & Sandra Wildridge
www.44 staindale.com
Guisborough, Cleveland, GB
11-5-2007
carl hall
bowling green, ohio, US
here is a site with some ideas on things that seem to work on boats. www.atomvoyages.com
11-6-2007
Christiana Bonney
Washington, Tyne & Wear, GB
Hi Pat (& Mike) My Captain's year is now finished so I have time to do other things _ such as looking at your web pages. GREAT!!!! Glad to see you're having fun. Don't believe everything that Barbara Blenk. says - September & October have been great! Allthe best. Chris
11-11-2007
Gerry Mcgill
www.rope-works.co.uk
Sunderland GB
Good luck all the way. May Neptune be with you!
11-12-2007
barbara cattell
www.gardenhousedurham.co.uk
durham, co durham, GB
Hi to my seafaring friends, My geography and history is improving as you journey along. Always wanted to visit Santiago de Compostela - looks wonderful from your photos. Wishing you both calm seas. Looking forward to the next bulletin. Love Barbarax
11-13-2007
Alec Haigh
Coventry GB
HI Pat! First time I have looked at your website, very interested to know how things are going! best wishes to you and Mike for fair weather and smooth sailing!
11-20-2007
brenda michael
US
11-20-2007
brenda michael
16castle close
US
hope you are both fine wish you were here to help with this damned computer love brenda
11-26-2007
David
www.trident-uk.com
Newcastle GB
You have just past my favourite place in the world - North Spain, the place has everything including friendly locals - it also has (I believe a local) a liquor called Agua Dente which has something to do with drinking to much of it probably makes your teeth fall out (I made that bit up) anyway it's rough as hell but I enjoyed the introduction. Hope you're both having the times of your lives, it's getting cold here and Sunderland lost 7:1 to Everton at the weekend Love David
12-5-2007
maureenand poppy
sunderland US
lookingforward to seeing you over the holidays
12-6-2007
Anth Topping
Sunderland, Durham, GB
Hi to you both.Really enjoying the news and images.Hope you enjoy your Christmas break and all goes well in the future Regards Anth
12-7-2007
Barbara Blenkinsop
http://www.bayside-salgados.com/
Durham US
Pat, Mike - Hi If you are looking for company our Kathy (and George) are at Bayside Salgados apartments for a month (most of December - guess who gets to do Xmas lunch on their return)! I've attached the website here. Who knows - there may be a pub quiz for you all to enjoy!!
12-11-2007
steve thompson
sunderland GB
hope to see you both in the W B A soon
12-12-2007
christine milne
US
I live just down the road from S/land,In Peterlee, and belirve me you will need 2 pairs of thermals, Best wishes Christine
12-21-2007
Andrea Lockyer
Sunderland, GB, US
Hi FCC and Pat good to see your having great time and that you still look like Santa. we all send our best wishes the SYC rabble, Andrea, Dee, Stu, Gav, Neil, Grant, John.
1-1-2008
Edwin Jeffrey
Sunderland GB
Happy New Year Mike and Pat. We wish you all the very best for the New Year. Please stay safe. Edwin and Susan Jeffrey
1-5-2008
Ellis Bloomfield
Wanamingo, MN, US
1-9-2008
Luis Miguel (mike)
www.geforceelite.com
Ayamonte, Huelva, ES
Hi Mike and Pat! I am the waiter that you experienced in spain, was very good know nice people like you, I am honored by your visit in Ayamonte - Spain. Visit my website, I'm "DelTree" over there, search for me... best regards!
1-15-2008
Paul Sheridan
Great Lumley, Chester-le-Street, GB
1-20-2008
frank farrell
n/a
London GB
read with interest article in Junk Rig Newsletter 49. I am planning to build a mast a similar way for the hull I am fitting out. I'm wondering if I should reinforce the mast with an internal aluminium sleeve in the region of the partners. Was this done when you built your masts?
1-24-2008
Mike
ES
Reply to Frank Farrell. Hi Frank, Thanks for your email regarding your mast. In answer to your query, whether or not you sleeve your mast depends on how you build it and the quality of the aluminium that the tube is made of. Generally I would say that there is no necessity to reinforce the mast at the partner provided the material is of sufficient quality, in fact by reinforcing the mast at the position of the partners could do more harm than good as it could create a ‘hard spot’ and therefore reducing the flexibility in that area. This could not only create problems for the mast itself but could also create extra stresses to the deck area in the vicinity of the partners. It is essential for the masts to flex freely If you have a good quality aluminium then it shouldn’t be necessary to reinforce the mast. More important would be to ensure as much area to the partners as possible give a greater bearing area to the mast itself. On our masts we used softwood packers about eighteen inches long which gives a good bearing area and allows the mast to flex freely. Having said all that we sleeved our masts, but basically this was because we couldn’t obtain the tubes long enough to form the entire mast. I feel that we now have better masts as they do in fact have a stepped taper (if there is such a thing!). So there is a little less weight aloft and also less windage. I hope this helps and wish you all the best for your project. Should you have any further query please contact me and I will try my best to help. Please also understand that I may not always be able to respond quickly depending on where we are and internet access availability. Good luck Mike.
1-29-2008
Paul & Phil
www.sea-spirit-uk.com
US
It's a pleasure to know you both and El Lobo of the drifting brown cloud
1-31-2008
Anth Topping
Sunderland GB
Hi you two, hope you enjoyed your christmas and new year, lads back out of bottom three with 2-0 win over Brum, two cracking debuts from Bardsley, right back and Prica, forward, who scored second goal.Look out Mags, here we come!Best wishes Anth & Family
2-7-2008
Mac McDiarmid
Ayamonte, Huelva, ES
Hi guys. Just found your website. You had 4 metres approaching the Guadiana? You must have found the deep bit. Have fun up th'river. Mac
2-13-2008
Bob & Di yacht Sheer Fantasy
www.getjealous.com/chalkyanddi
Telford, Shropshire, GB
Do you both remember us enjoying a drink in bar at Logos, glad company was good, as footie match we were watching England, were rubbish ha ha
2-14-2008
Barb and Con
www.sailbigsky.com
Calgary, AB, CA
We've crossed paths a few times in Portugal and shared a football match in South bar Lagos. Friends mentioned you were stuck in a sandbar, so we're visiting your website to learn where NOT to go. Happy sailing, Barb and Con
2-29-2008
barbara cheetham
durham GB
Hi Pat. Happy birthday yesterday! Can assure you that 61 is much like 60. Off on my adventure on Sunday. Think all is organised. Enjoyed your photos and news. Hope all goes well on next stage. Hope to see you sometome in the summer. Barbara
3-9-2008
Malcolm Veale
Athens GR
Have quietly - from afar - followed your adventures Since April 07. Here we are, almost one year later. Questions: a) How will you celebrete the 'first' anniverasary, and b)Where next? Through the Med. (Greece?); south down the east african coast, or ???. No doubt you will continue to "Beaver" somewhere, Mike!! All the very best and love to all your family Mike. Malcolm
3-11-2008
Ingo Tancsik
Ovington, Northumberland, GB
Hi Mike and Pat, Of what I have seen from the pix so far, I guess I have to come along and bring my compound bow and show you how to shoot some real arrows! Hope you are having fun as in the end this is what it should be all about ! right??? Let me have an email addy and I will stay in touch Hasta luego y buena suerte Ingo , Julie and Eve PS: I might even send you some pix hehehehe
3-18-2008
Greg
Hartlepool GB
Green with envy - all the best and dont forget to check your EPIRB batteries.
4-1-2008
Bob Dorrian
www.sailblogs,com/member/skyelind
Thropton, Northumberland, GB
Always watching your exploits good watch and godspeed I will be joining you in 4 years in skyelind on retiring from the marine unit.
4-2-2008
Sheer Fantasy
www.getjealous.com/chalkyanddi
Wellington, Shropshire, GB
Hi Mike and Pat, Nice to read your updates. We are presently at Almerimar (11 Euros a night) have booked in for one month cos Bob broke a rib and we are also waiting for our daughter and friend to arrive (19/04/08). At Gibraltar we went to Marina Bay where we found them very nice and friendly and nearer to town than Queensway. Keep in touch ... Love Bob and Di
4-25-2008
carolyn
balchis.blogspot.com
US
Hi Guys! Where are you now? We are in Mallorca and the weather seems to be warming up at last. Laugh of the month... We paid an arm and a leg to stay in Club Med - Palma and Trevor got locked in the loo! Very High Tec - NOT!
5-3-2008
steve thompson
sunderland US
glad your still going strong from all at the W B A
5-3-2008
steve thompson
sunderland GB
glad your still going strong from all at the W B A
5-25-2008
little legs
GB
hi kids guess you wouldn't expect an e-mail from me!! hope you are both fit and well and the seas are being kind.keep txting me I look forward to them.All the best love Lesley xxx
5-25-2008
little legs
GB
hi kids guess you wouldn't expect an e-mail from me!! hope you are both fit and well and the seas are being kind.keep txting me I look forward to them.All the best love Lesley xxx
5-28-2008
colin.l.patterson mb MONARCH
GB
we watch your progress with great interest. all our love and best wishes. colin& cynthia patterson MONARCH
6-17-2008
Arie & Maria Meulstee
www.fam-meulstee.nl
Harderwijk, Gelderland, NL
We became friends and we hope to meet you many times
6-21-2008
Gabe
Geneva CH
Hi Mike & Pat, Remember me ? The "swiss banker" you met on the terrace of a Café in Gibraltar. I hope both of you are doing well and that your journey get on with exciting time and rewarding experience. Indeed, the soundest way to avoid getting caught by the day-to-day routine. My stay in Tokyo provides me with true life experience, personally and professionally spoken. Great deal ! I keep on tracking you around. Thanks for the fresh breath ! All the best, Gabriel
8-2-2008
maureen poppy flora
sunderland US
sorry we have not been in touch earlier but we are still thinking of you
8-18-2008
jim taylor
tynemouth GB
good to know your both well.i bumped into ingo&he told me how to contact you.the boat looks great,just the job!doyou need an ageing cabin boy?take care love to you both from jim&hazel
8-18-2008
jim taylor
tynemouth GB
good to know your both well.i bumped into ingo&he told me how to contact you.the boat looks great,just the job!doyou need an ageing cabin boy?take care love to you both from jim&hazel
8-24-2008
jose r vigil
Miami, Fl, US
Hello We are in Marina Smir and heading south our plan is to visit marrakech but it seems casablanca Marina is not open, so our alternative is Sale. My questions are Do you think a 53 footer fits in this marina? my draught is 8 feet has the Marina security> We plan to leave the yacht while visiting Marrakech for a few days? Thanks for your help jose SY ZEN
8-30-2008
Mike
ES
Reply to Jose Hello Jose, Thanks for your mail. You will find a good reception at Salé/Rabat marina. The security is first class and your boat will be perfectly safe there while you visit Marrakech. The pontoons are big enough for your boat. There are hammerheads on the pontoons and there were plenty of spaces when we were there. The hotel we stayed at in Marrakesh, the Morroccan House, is good value in a nice part of the city. Follow the link on our June page to book if you wish. Enjoy your time in Morocco. Regards. Mike and Pat.
9-16-2008
pat snowden
US
Hi Mike and Pat, Now I have found your web site I will keep checking it and stay in touch. I have tried a few time s and not heard from you since you tried setting off over the channel the first time. Its fantastic to hear that all is going well and you certainly seem to be seeing places. Best of luck and best wishes Pat
9-17-2008
rachel and duncan
no where US
hi guys just read your site and it made me feel quite nostalgic (already) indeed we did have a great time with you! and i cant wait to read more, this way i can vicariously experience everything we didn't do take care x
10-8-2008
mavis turner
Holmfirth/Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, GB
Just read your news of Tenrife, sounds great. Dont think you will remember me Pat, but I played golf with Jean and you at Chester-le-street. I am myself from Sunderland but have lived here 40 years now, but still have family back there.
10-8-2008
mavis turner
Holmfirth/Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, GB
Just read your news of Tenrife, sounds great. Dont think you will remember me Pat, but I played golf with Jean and you at Chester-le-street. I am myself from Sunderland but have lived here 40 years now, but still have family back there.
10-19-2008
Douglas Reid
blog.mailasail.com/swiftwing
Campbeltown, Scotland, GB
Hi guys, we met you at Castillio when we were moored next to Lambarena. (We were the blue ferro cement boat)We had a chat about junk rig and my crewmember asked you how she went to windward and you replied, "the same as any other boat, we motor". Anyway how are you doing and where are you now? We sailed to Madeira with Jack and Adraianne but lost touch with them after that. Do you have theuir e-mail perhaps? Many thanks, Douglas.
11-1-2008
Bryan Holland
GB
Hi you two can you please update my e-mail address Thanks Bryan
11-4-2008
Lori Taylor
GB
Hi you two x Flight arrives in Los Christianos on Saturday (8th) night. But will have mu cell working (with any luck) I have taken delivery of your new camera, and will remember to pack it and bring it out to you...really looking forward to seeing you both.. and Pat....you may have to return to Los Christianos if you want another bath!!........LOL I'm sure Clive will be OK, as long as we strap him firmly down so he can't fall over-board.. See you soon Lori xx
11-9-2008
Chris and Barbara Fawcett
Middlesbrough, Cleveland, GB
Hi there Pat and Mike first saw you in Funchal Marina, Madeira but didn't meet up until Samnta Cruz, Tenerife. Thanks for your company, we've shared a few cold beers together over the weeks. Good luck on your travels. Chris and Barb. Hope our paths cross again.
11-9-2008
Chris and Barbara Fawcett
Middlesbrough, Cleveland, GB
Hi there Pat and Mike first saw you in Funchal Marina, Madeira but didn't meet up until Santa Cruz, Tenerife. Thanks for your company, we've shared a few cold beers together over the weeks. Good luck on your travels. Chris and Barb. Hope our paths cross again.My Mum's telephone number in Middlesbrough is 01642 819875 01642 819875 if you're ever back home.
11-19-2008
Norman Wardropper
sunderland GB
Only just joined the modern world. Hope things are going well and the weather is set fair. Regards Norman and Pam
11-27-2008
Pam Davis
sunderland GB
Hi there I finally logged on to yourweb site and am enjoying reading about your adventures. take care x
11-30-2008
Keith Atkinson
www. Cairo Street.com
sunderland GB
Hi This Keith Cubbys new boat partner. the boat is named Delphickk. and will be moored in roker marina.The Shannon Rose is Now up in the shetlands. Very interesting reading.
12-6-2008
Steve Willis
Sydney AU
Hi there, are you planning to visit Australia on your trip at all eventually. Mum sends her best btw. Steve
12-6-2008
Susan McCandless
Newtownards, Co Down, GB
Hi Mike & Pat Joanie sent me the link to your website to have a wee read about the 'walk' you all went on, I had heard all about but must say really enjoyed the read. It was lovely to see the photos you'd taken. Have a safe journey and it was lovely to meet you both in Madeira. Susan (Joanie's sister)
12-8-2008
chris todd
www.roadtrainuk.com
newcastle upon tyne GB
hi there i have just been searching a telephone number for someone at the tyne cruising club and came across you site. i am really envious of your trip and feel it is definately something i would like to do in future. good luck and good sailing. chris p.s. i dont suppose you know how to contact the tyne cruising club
12-16-2008
keith [ex shannon rose]now delphic kk]
www.oakfield close.com
sunderland, tyne and wear, GB
hya hobo,s i keep up to date with your diary,its like being in geography class again,but learning never ends.you both are obviously thriving on your adventure and my best wishes are with you for continued excitement,have a wonderful xmas and a great 2009(wherever you are)regards keith and family.
12-31-2008
Barb and Chris Fawcett
Middlesbrough, Teesside, GB
We're in Middlesbrough at the moment!!?????? Happy New Year to you Lobos wherever you are and safe sailing xxxxxxxxxxx
1-6-2009
Chris and Barbs
Santa Cruz, Tenerife, ES
Happy New Year from the Fawcett's. We fly on Friday......Yippeeeeee?
1-11-2009
Vicky Shaw
San Sabastian, La Gomera, ES
Trying to contact you and also Arne and Bende as their baby due today. Have you their email address or phone no. Hope all well in Capo Verde and you had good christmas and wonderful blessed New Year. Love Vicky
1-16-2009
Alec Renwick
Sunderland GB
Great to hear that all is well and hope you have a great trip to the wonderful Caribean sea. All the best from a dull, dark and cold UK. Cheers, Alec.
1-17-2009
John Nolan
london, london, GB
hope you guys are ok ,as you see my email address above so you can write to me.tottenham are after kenwyne jones (gits) but the villa are doing well , see what you get when you put an irishman in charge and not one called keane the loser. bye for now and good luck to you both John and margaret
1-19-2009
Lori
East Grinstead GB
A heartfelt message to wish you both ‘Bon Voyage’ as you sail from Cape Verdi to ‘The Beautiful Winward Islands’ like so many sailors before you. I am bitterly disappointed, that home circumstances have prevented me from joining you on this, wonderful and monumental trip aboard ‘El Lobo’ to ‘The New World’ God Speed, Fair Winds, and Sunny skies. Stay Safe, and my thoughts are with you, every step of the beautiful way. Internet access is no problem on Barbados, and I’m sure if you have any problems, then Martin will sort you out, give him my very best regards when you see ‘that scruffy little Bajan guy’ Will look forward to joining you later in the Caribbean. All our love, and thoughts. Lori & Clive xxxxxx
1-23-2009
Jayne Barnard
Calgary, Alberta, CA
My husband met you in Sao Vincente and sent me your link. He is on the Picton Castle, and said you are setting out for Bermuda. From your map, that is your longest passage to date. I wish you fair winds and a safe harbour at the end of it. Jayne
1-23-2009
Chris and Barb
Middlesbrough, Cleveland, GB
Hi there, Dream or Two here again been reading some of your bits, sounds as if you've been having quite a tough time of it as regards weather, boat maintenance and computer problems! Hope life is a little smoother for you when you cross the Atlantic. Been reading the little 30 foot yacht's adventures who were next to us in Santa Cruz S/Y Brimble, with the two kids. They have made it over to Barbados but had quite a rough crossing.Take care Barbs and Chris PS Knee just beginning to repair!!!!! How's yours Mike?
2-15-2009
Ron Charlton
sunderland, tyne wear, GB
Hello both, just been to W.B.A. Ken told me your in Bermuda, and the website, I never new about your web [always a bit slow] so congratultions bloody well done, after a game of bingo and two pints, to drive home with the heater full blast, makes one a wee bit envious, have you tried their run punch, Ken recommends them! anyway good luck and god bless, Ron
2-19-2009
Ron Charlton
sunderland, tyne wear, GB
Hi both, just curious as to your position, when arrive in spain? I not sure if my last Email reached you. but we all at club [both] follow your progress with interest Can you send down line photos, anyway good luck Ron
2-26-2009
Barbara Blenkinsop
US
Pat, Great to hear you're there! Just read a story about a coupld stranded for 40 days in the Bermuda Triangle en route beteeen Cape Verde and Antigua! Knew it wouldn't be you!
2-28-2009
john mensforth
sheffield GB
hi guys my father buily a c-bird in chester 1976-79 with some advice from john law who became a good friend are you still in touch with them? cheers john
3-1-2009
littlelegs
sunderland GB
hi guys it's me at wba on steve,s computer at wba!hope you are both well and el lobo is looking after you!take care and reply to this address lots of love. little legs xxx
3-3-2009
barbara cattell
www.gardenhousedurham.co.uk
durham, co durham, GB
Pleased you're both safe and a belated happy birthday to you Pat. Few rums definitely called for. Well done on the crossing. It was much easier by plane!Had a cruise with Jill several years ago. Docked in Barbados first. Have a great, restful time for the next few weeks. All the best with the rest of the adventure. Love to you both Barbarax
3-3-2009
carl hall
O HIO, US
Happy you had a trip not too bad...
3-4-2009
Norman Wardropper
Sunderland US
Congratulations on reaching the other side of the 'pond'. We are enjoying all of your reports. Best wishes to you both. Safe journey onwards.
3-5-2009
ruth herman
sydney, new south wales, AU
just a quick note to say thanks not only for all the great jokes but also for your latest warts and all account of your crossing. Seems this January has been one of the toughest crossing periods for a long time - almost every boat we've met who came over at the same time has had some damaged or broken gear (not to mention those whom you probably heard about who had a jammed rudder post and had a 40 day drift towards the Bahamas before they were rescued). We ourselves broke a block on the steering system and had to jury rig it for half the distance. Your toughness, practicality and tenacity in completing the passage was great and we really admire you for it. best wishes Ruth & Pete
3-13-2009
barbara cheetham
US
Hi,Pat and Mike.I'm up and running with internet again so should be able to keep in touch properly!!! All is well and looking forward to the golf season. Very tame compared with your adventures. Be in touch again.
3-13-2009
Norman Brown
Hartlepool GB
Just to let you know I am still watching out for you !
3-19-2009
Barb and Con
www.sailbigsky.com
calgary, AB, CA
Hi Mike and Pat, we met in Cascais the fall of 2007 I think. MAN! how time flies. I had your website in my favorites, checked it today and read your bad-luck story about the Atlantic crossing. We're held up in Canada for another month before we're able to set sail again. Thanks for the enjoyable read!
3-21-2009
Chris and Barbs Fawcett
Middlesbrough, Cleveland, GB
Hi Pat and Mike, hope you have the boat sorted now. We had similar problems with the bottom bracket of our Hydrovane. The bolts had worn oval holes so on our return journey to Europe we bought stainless steel in the Azores and cut two plates, one for nthe inside and the other for the outside of the hull and withn epoxy and filler we managed to make a strong job. No probs since touch wood. Barbs and Chris
4-5-2009
Barbara
US
HiaandMike again, Pat and Mike. Obviously you're having fun in the Windies. What's all this expertise in bird recognition? I've just had a week on Costa del Sol....adventure enough for you land-lubber chum. good weather here, excellent for golf. All the best.
4-7-2009
john
john@pearson6060.freeserve.co.uk
carlisle GB
Hi Mike.... Hope you remember me from Story Construction in Carlisle. I have just come across your El-Lobo business card in my desk, and am a bit disapointed in my self that I had forgoten about your "small" adventure. I needn,t ask how it's going as I can see from your Web Page's that you are in Barbados, so you must be doing something right. I hope the remainder of your journey go's to plan, and I promise I will look in on you more often. Things have changed slightly since we last met, Story have opened a branch in Newcastle, of which I am Regional Manager. Things are very tight at the moment, with not a lot of work about. Makes me wish I was going round the world actually !! Keep up the good work, will keep in touch. Cheers JP
4-19-2009
Chris and Barbs Fawcett
Middlesbrough, Cleveland, GB
Hi Pat and Mike Still in Madeira awaiting repairs!! There's no sense of urgency here. Got an email from Joanie and Graham saying that you had had an incident with a jet skier! How are you and how's the boat? Also how's the jet skier? Got chainplate fitted but waiting for roller reefing. Take care love Barbs and Chris xxx
5-15-2009
barbara
US
Thanks for the April offering. Envious of the turtles and the snorkling. barbara
7-3-2009
doug hunt
porto das dunas, ceara, BR
well mike and pat what a great job you two are doing with your web site pat you should be writing a book the way you explain every thing in so much detail is remarkable and informative i reallt enjoy reading about your expedition just so sorry that it has taken so much work and time so far but i am sure that most of your niggely problems are now over
7-7-2009
keith[ex shannon rose]cubby
sunderland, tyne &wear, GB
hi lobo's glad to read all is well,apart from the normal hiccups of seafaring.on about b-----d jet ski's we are plagued with them at the marina entrance at present.i think i mentioned in a past message,carl and i don't have the shannon now.she is up in the shetlands giving someone else pleasure[and headaches].i have a colvic 22ft seaworker shared with another pal and we are just about rid of all the problems you buy with a change of boat,and have had a couple of half decent fishing trips.your adventures make good reading and i keep up to date with interest,so stay safe and enjoy,best wishes,keith of the DELPHIC KK.
7-30-2009
dave
wgc, herts, GB
gland to see your still sailingi sailed polop to africa with serge then back by myself not a bad trip ,apart from i blow out the autopilot so hade to hand stear 1500 miles,,, im now in the uk looking for a boat out of here dave canaries
8-9-2009
steve thompson WBA
sunderland, tyne and wear, GB
how you both doing are you coming home for a break all at club are asking
8-14-2009
Debbie
London GB
Marg 's been showing me your boat and all about your trip. It looks amazing
9-2-2009
Alan & Doreen
www.yacht-kiah.com
US
Great site guys and good to hear the latest news. Yes the time is flying by and we still have all the work to do when we get back. See you soon and give our regards to all.
10-1-2009
Elaine McCarroll
Byron Bay, N.S.W, AU
Gidday you are doing a wonderful job on your web page
10-1-2009
Elaine McCarroll
Byron Bay, N.S.W, AU
Gidday you are doing a wonderful job on your web page
10-1-2009
Barbara
Durham GB
Pat, Been there, done that! You'll love the National Park, but Angel Falls - well I hope there has been some rain - saw much more impressive Falls away from there when we were touring Venezuela - lost my hearing in one ear sat under one! Fantastic country - you'll love it! Better than playing golf in the rain!
10-1-2009
Anne and Alan Dunlop
www.sailblogs.com/member/freyaofclyde
Troon, Ayrshire, GB
Just thought we'd pay a visit!
10-11-2009
little legs
sunderland, tyne&wear, GB
ok guys where do i send the christmas card to?
10-13-2009
Rob Storrar
Tynemouth, Tyne & Wear, GB
hi, long time no speak, looks like Lanzerote and Jennyn & me are fated, last time we saw you we had bad flu only made it to Graciosa at end of second week. Due out last week & my father(93) taken into hospital so cancelled.Hope we get away in two weeks time. Enjoyed reading about your adventures, was looking thru our Marine Store old newsletters when came across your website, so here i am. Ver envious of your lifestyle, one day? regards Rob
10-19-2009
Terry and Elaine
Byron Bay, NSW, AU
Hi Guys, enjoy your log, hope Angel falls was great,
10-30-2009
Elaine McCarroll
BYRON BAY, N.S.W, AU
Gidday miss you both Elaine and Terry xoxo
11-2-2009
Anne Dunlop
www.sailblogs.com/member/freyaofclyde
Troon, Ayrshire, GB
Nice site Pat!
11-7-2009
doug hunt
aquiraz, ceara, BR
wow wow wow what can i say your trip to the angel falls must have really made this sailing maintanance busness seem all worth while im following you guys closely im missing you guys im back in brazil at home fixing ang organising things when its not a boat its a home but all is well take care you guys keep in touch god bless you two great friends panama and that area is fantastic not expensive and the people are very friendly and honest take care from your old buddy doug hunt
11-14-2009
Jill Roxborough
Tacarigua, TT
Hi from a hasher you met today and told about your trip to Venezuela. I hope that you enjoyed your hash in Macqueripe.
11-16-2009
Dick & Jane Rogavin
Salinas, Puerto Rico, US
Looking forward to hearing of your future adventures, Dick & Jane
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