Sponsors

The purpose of this area is to provide you with sound advice to products or services that I have field tested, and believe in. If you have any questions about any equipment, product, or service that I use, please feel free to contact me.

CANVAS AND SAIL REPAIR

If your a self sufficient sailor like me you want to do all of your own canvas and sail repairs. Owning a Sailrite machine is worth its weight in gold. You will save countless dollars doing your own work. You should check out their website, they even have instructional videos.
-Alex Dorsey

CHARTING:

Choosing a navigation program is one of the most important decisions you can make preparing for a circumnavigation, long cruise, or crossing. After extensive research I decided to go with Nobeltec’s Admiral software and weather package. If you haven’t considered Nobeltec, visit the nobeltec.com website and download the free demo. I’m sure you will find this a truly remarkable tool.
-Alex Dorsey

GPS:

Garmin makes a wide variety of GPS styles to fit any application (marine, automotive, aviation). “Over the past 9 years I have used Garmin navigation equipment. I’ve never had a problem. My Grandfather’s voice creeps into my head “If it’s not broke don’t fix it” I wanted a rock-solid system, and Garmin was he only choice for me. We also find Garmin GPS’s work particularly well with our Nobeltec Charting software.
-Alex Dorsey

MARINE ELECTRONICS:

I have used Ray Marine products for years, and all I can really say is they have never failed me. I believe that is the best recommendation I can give, Ray Marine’s products are bulletproof, and dependable!
-Alex Dorsey

COMMUNICATIONS:

Communication onboard Namaste is made possible by Satcom Systems Inc., SatCom Systems specializes in Satellite communication. If your looking for a communication system for your own boat, give them a ring. They are an excellent company to work with, I’m sure you will agree as well.

Ocean Survival:

SeriesDrogue …ocean survival

Series drogue, para anchor, heaving to, lying ahull, or running off, are options for survival in storm conditions, which is best? I’ve decided to go with a series drogue. For more information please visit. (http://www.seriesdrogue.com/)

Weather Fax:

If you do any kind of cruising you need weather information. With the Mscan Meteo software and a USB capable receiver (some you can buy for as little as $100.00) you will be able to receive weather fax information onboard. Download the free version of Mscan Meteo, and check it out for yourself.

Camera Mount

As many of you know it’s been hard for me to get good video shots onboard Namaste while I’m under way. A sailboat is a tricky place to take video, and I’ve found the solution to the problem. The Horizon True camera mount will keep my video camera horizontal while Namaste is heeling over, and making way. To learn more check them out at www.horizontrue.com.

Knives

Having a good knife on a trip like this is crucial and I decided to go with a Cold Steel “Land & Sea” rescue knife click on the logo to check it out. Please contact Ken Osburn, my associated producer on Project Blue Sphere, if you are interested in purchasing any Cold Steel product. He is an authorized dealer. Here is his email address: ken@projectbluesphere.com

Editing System:

Many of you have inquired as to how I edit & compress the show. I have been editing for many years. I started editing on film before making the jump to a digital NLE system (Avid). I then moved to Adobe Premiere and have been using Premiere for the last 8 years. Adobe has recently released “Premiere Pro”, and all I can say is WOW! Project BlueSphere will be available on DVD, and VCD soon, and Premiere Pro is the platform that allows me to do it. If you want to learn more about Adobe Premiere Pro, I suggest visitinghttp://www.adobe.com/products/premiere/main.html , and downloading a free tryout. If you have any questions relating to Adobe Premiere please feel free to send an email or Instant message.

Wind Power:

Southwest wind power’s Air-x marine wind generator is simply the best marine wind turbine on the market and provides Namaste with the latest evolution in wind power. My personal goal is to produce “Project BlueSphere” using only green power. My Air-x turbine (Scottie) charges Namaste’s batteries whenever the wind is in excess of 7mph, and puts out a whopping 400 watts @ 28 mph. Scottie is also quiet, easy to install, and scores a perfect “10” in my book when it comes to design. If your looking for a wind generator for your boat, this is the one. If you have any questions about Scottie, send me an email, I’d be happy to talk to you about it.
-Alex Dorsey

Magazine:

Latitudes & Attitudes is a Magazine dedicated to the cruising lifestyle, and that’s what we are all about. I’ve been reading since I picked up the first copy at a boat show. If you are not watching our show, you should be reading latitudes and Attitudes, it’s fun, and involves real people living the dream. It’s also a great source of information for cruises.
-Alex Dorsey

AIR TREATMENT SYSTEM:

I’ve always been healthy as an ox, but I am asthmatic, and allergic to mold. The orders and airborne mold spores in my boats have always triggered my asthma. I cannot emphasize how impressed I am with my “Salon mate” and “Bilge Buster” air purifiers. These products have made my boating life far more enjoyable. I would especially recommend these products to anyone who suffers from allergies or asthma and spends allot of time on their boat. For me the fact that the boat doesn’t smell damp and dank is just a bonus. I know this sound a bit like an ad, but these products really work well.
-Alex Dorsey

CHARITY:

World Society for the Protection of animals. I love these guys and will do anything I can to help them during my journey , epically in regards to marine conservation. If you don’t know what they’re all about check them out, make a donation, get involved, or just get informed.
-Alex Dorsey

CDI – CRUISING DESIGN, INC.

SPARE AIR

SPARE AIR is the smallest redundant SCUBA system available with enough air to get you to the surface in an out-of-air emergency.