Ms Murphy

Ms Murphy

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Ms Murphy is a Van de Stadt Seal 36 in steel. Gordon is the skipper and often sails solo, but his crew, Murphy (of the law fame), is far too often found to be in charge. Ms Murphy will be heading to Fiji for the southern winter. Thereafter, it's an open ocean with plenty of breeze.

Recent Updates

Ms Murphy - August 6, 2018
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Lovely sail to Viti Levu Bay after quick crossing from Makongai followed by a slow wander up the Viti Levu coast.

Ms Murphy - July 31, 2018
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Left Savusavu at 03:45 and had a great sail down to Makongai arriving at 13:30. Will probably be here a few days.

Ms Murphy - July 28, 2018
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Woke up this morning to a dusting of volcanic ash on the boat from the Ambae eruption in Vanuatu. That explained yesterday's haze. Will be departing next week for Makongai and then further westward.

Ms Murphy - July 4, 2018
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Sailed over to the Cousteau Resort near Savusavu in beautiful SE20kts breeze. Savusavu tomorrow.

Ms Murphy - July 3, 2018
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Moved to Fawn Harbour. Had to motor into 20kts from the East until I rounded Viani Bay. Then, when I should have been able to reach / run to the west, the wind died... So, more motoring.

Ms Murphy - June 27, 2018
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After a stop at Somosomo for some restocking of the larder (not much as the shelves were pretty empty), I moved over to Buca Bay. Should be in the area through the weekend at which point I will head ... Read More
Ms Murphy - June 26, 2018
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Sailed over to Paradise Resort on Taveuni in SE 15-20. Lost a fishing lure on the way. Must have been huge!!

Ms Murphy - June 24, 2018
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I had about half of Nainbuna Village aboard yesterday for a spot of fishing. (Well, it seemed that way as I ferried them to and fro.) I offered a hand reel for the first fish caught. The winner ... Read More
Ms Murphy - June 22, 2018
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Motorsailed to Koro Island. Looks like a more prosperous island with a couple of resorts and some upmamarket houses. Still, no fish.

Ms Murphy - June 19, 2018
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Moved to Nairai Island. Trolled a line but no fish. May be here a few days as the winds are supposed to be light until the weekend.

Ms Murphy - June 18, 2018
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Flat calm in the lee of Gau Island. Beautiful morning.

Ms Murphy - June 17, 2018
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Arrived in Herald Bay on Gau Island at 11:30 this morning after a quiet night passage. Coming through coral passes will take some getting used to. The bottom looks so close! Too tired to go ashore ... Read More
Ms Murphy - June 16, 2018
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I've been in Suva for 10 days which is about a week longer than planned. But, then, I hadn't planned on being hit by a runaway ferry... The extra week was worth it, however. The owners of the ship ... Read More
Ms Murphy - June 8, 2018
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Renting a dive tank tomorrow to survey damage, but prop seems to be working in spite of the dents. Hope it will get me back home. Some stainless repairs to be made. Still plan to move on by mid next ... Read More
Ms Murphy - June 8, 2018
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Chaos in Suva. T-storm winds sent an anchored ferry drifting through the anchorage collecting several yachts including Ms Murphy. 2am and just kedged off the rock bottom. Motorless as chain around my ... Read More
Ms Murphy - June 6, 2018
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Arrived in Suva at 09:30. It's HOT!! Waiting for Customs clearance and looking forward to going ashore.

Ms Murphy - June 5, 2018
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Had to motor most of the day against headwinds. Now, almost none but right direction. 40 miles to go. Will sail slowly overnight to arrive at harbour entrance in the morning. Or, I'll motor some ... Read More
Ms Murphy - June 4, 2018
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After motoring though the night, the winds picked up for a good sailing day. 150nm to go to Suva. Should arrive late tomorrow or Wednesday morning.

Ms Murphy - June 3, 2018
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I asked for a break from the wind on Friday. I got it. None. Motoring all day. Dried out the wet stuff and cleaned up a bit. All OK

Ms Murphy - June 2, 2018
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Last night was bad. A low formed over me and winds increased from 15 to 40kts with gusts at 4am even higher. Scary stuff with huge seas. No damage apart from water finding its way onto my bunk from a ... Read More

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