March 2013 - Brazil

Salvador da Bahia, Brazil - Built on a large peninsula jutting down along the Atlantic coast at about 13 degrees from the equator, it lays at the mouth of the largest bay in Brazil.

I couldn't be more excited. Here I was on my second full day in Brazil and I was already connected with the unique traditional vessels that had drawn me to Bahia. With a simple rig, no engine, and built for cargo, there are many parallels that can be dra

During the race we were given a dish that is a specialty of the state of Bahia. This delicious treat, was prepared for us over a charcoal fire by the former owner, who is still very involved with the vessel.

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