Michael Planas, male, 49
Ref 31874
| Nationality: | United States |
| Currently based in: | Sea of Cortez, Mexico |
| Looking for: | Worldwide opportunities |
| Experience: | 1000 ocean miles / 5000 coastal miles |
| The dream to see the world at 7knts has finally come to fruition. The 55' stout Bruce Roberts (fiberglass) cutter is our ship, and after a 2-yr full refit in San Diego, she is equipped and ready for some serious cruising (air conditioning, water-makers, stand up showers... super comfy, and safe). We're looking to spend March thru end of October in the Sea of Cortez free diving/diving, spearfishing, hiking, and exploring the endless islands and villages. When weather permits, our intentions* are to make our way down the coast towards Ecuador, Galapagos, and South Pacific. (*we're open to making the puddle jump across the Pacific right away, too; this subject will be open for discussion). However, we don't think 1 season in the South Pacific will be enough, just say'n. We are brothers. Oldest and youngest of 3 siblings. We are single males with no strings. Mike/Captain spent the past 20+ years wearing a tie and building a career in San Francisco. Chris/Chief Mate spent the past 15+ years in San Diego doing similar. Our previous lives didn't bring much life fulfillment, and with adventurous hearts, we were driven to explore. We were able to save enough to cover the boat and all the costs, so there's no expectation for out of pocket costs (from crew) when it comes to provisioning, fixing, etc the boat. We love to cook and love to try all foods (no allergies that we know of, and definitely not very picky)... although, we're health conscience, and try to have a healthy mix of exercise and diet; we enjoy a drink every once in a while, but intolerant to drunken liabilities; and it's important to note that we really don't like the smell of cigarette smoke (and obviously don't smoke). On the note of romance, we're first and foremost interested in competent crew and a positive experience... however, we do hope to meet partners with similar interests, life goals, etc during this trip. | |
| Smoking: | non-smoker |
| Relationship status: | single |
| Dietary requirements: | No dietary restrictions. We love to cook, and we love to eat. ;) |
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| Number of years sailing: | 10+ |
| Sea miles sailed: | Ocean: 1000 / Coastal: 5000 |
| Nights at sea: | 1-10 |
| I have experience as: | Coastal Skipper |
| Sailing Skills | Experienced I have done this many times and am confident to help others less experienced. I am happy doing this day |
Competent I am competent doing this in daylight, or if there is someone more experienced with me |
Basic I have only done this a few times, but I am willing to learn |
None I have not done this before |
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| Steer a compass course |  | |||
| Keep lookout/watch-keeping | | |||
| Trimming sails – mainsail and foresail/jib | | |||
| Reefing | | |||
| Working the foredeck – setting sails including spinnakers and cruising chutes | | |||
| Navigating with GPS and paper charts at sea | | |||
| Anchoring and handling anchors | | |||
| Cooking at sea | | |||
| Using dinghies with outboard motors | | |||
| Heaving-to and other heavy weather tactics | |
Other nautical or cruising skills |
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| Using VHF radio | |
| Diesel engine maintenance | |
| Outboard engine maintenance | |
| Using radar | |
