Experienced American offshore sailor currently in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, available immediately for a westbound Atlantic crossing to the Caribbean or the Americas. In September 2026, I completed a 16-day, 1,134-nautical-mile offshore passage aboard the Swan 48 Isbjørn, sailing from France to Norway via the Bay of Biscay, English Channel, and North Sea. The North Sea crossing lasted approximately three days and nights, with winds of 22–30 knots and seas reaching 3.5 meters. I have 1,300+ nautical miles of sailing experience, including approximately 62 hours of night watches on a rotating 4-on/6-off schedule. My duties included sail handling, helming, lookout, logbook entries, and daily vessel operations. Qualifications: • RYA Competent Crew (Gibraltar, 2008) • ASA 101 (2003) and ASA 111 refresher (2026) • First Aid and CPR training • General Class amateur radio license (KG5NKR) I’m dependable, easygoing, and comfortable contributing to watches, navigation, cooking, cleaning, provisioning, and maintenance. I hold a valid US passport and speak Spanish at the B1/B2 (intermediate to upper-intermediate) level. Seeking a genuine crew position with reasonable shared expenses rather than an expensive commercial pay-to-sail berth. Available to meet skippers in Las Palmas, assist with preparations, and depart on short notice. Sailing résumé and references available. James Edwards Spain: +34 603 858 696 WhatsApp: +1 210 900 6393 Email: jamesedwards6@yahoo.com
