Moving a 10,800-Pound Boat 2,119 Miles, Part I: Coming Up with a Plan
How I came up with a plan to move my R-29 CB from Washington State to a starting point on the Great Loop.
Completing the Boat Purchase
I complete the boat purchase -- but not without some banking headaches.
Boat Purchase Update: The Survey
I finally see my future boat in person for the first time -- and get the stamp of approval from the Surveyor.
The Challenge of Completing a Boat Purchase
Finding the right boat, making an offer, and getting that offer accepted are the easy parts.
Buying my (First?) Loop Boat
After years of research and trying to figure out what I wanted and whether I really wanted it, I take the first steps to buying a boat.
Great Loop 2022: Day 18: Shore Day at Wilmington NC
April 8, 2022: A walk around Wilmington NC, including a brisk River Walk, shopping finds, a giant sloth skeleton, German food, and a good afternoon rest.
Great Loop 2022: Day 17: North Myrtle Beach SC to Wilmington NC
April 7, 2022: April 7, 2022: Rain, dolphins, wind, tornado warnings, and a long day on the water.
Great Loop 2022: Days 14 through 16: Shore Days in North Myrtle Beach
April 4 to April 6: I meet up with a friend, shop, throw out my back, and visit a good (and affordable!) chiropractor.
Great Loop 2022: Day 13: Myrtle Beach to North Myrtle Beach SC
April 3, 2022: We cruise to a marina in North Myrtle Beach.
Great Loop 2022: Day 12: Georgetown to Myrtle Beach SC
April 2, 2022: We finally leave Georgetown and continue north.