Category Archives: Aerial Silks

BV14: 3 Kinds of Wind – Sailing, Kiting & Silking – at Treasure Cay

Posted on May 19, 2018 by anniedike

What’s that old saying?  There are only three types of wind: too much, too little, or in the wrong direction.  While that is fairly true, thankfully, for us, no matter what speed or direction, we can usually bust out one … Continue reading →

Posted in Aerial Silks, Bahamas Bound, Kite-Surfing, Landlubber Outings, Videos | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

BV6 (VIDEO): Great Sale Cay “Like Motoring Across a Swimming Pool”

Posted on February 13, 2018 by anniedike

Ironically, it wasn’t a great “sail” at all to Great Sale Cay, but it was one of the most memorable trips Phillip and I have made on our boat.  Visually, the most striking, for sure.  As Phillip put it: “It … Continue reading →

Posted in Aerial Silks, Bahamas Bound, Stand-Up Paddle Boarding, Videos | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 9 Comments

BV5 (VIDEO): West End to Mangrove Cay “First You Start Wit da Coconut Rum”

Posted on February 7, 2018 by anniedike

“What’s in the Goombay Smash?” I asked the our dark-skinned Bahamian bartender. “Well, first you start wit da coconut rum … ” she started in.  When she finished, Phillip piped up: “What’s in your Bahama Mama?” he asked. “Well, first … Continue reading →

Posted in Aerial Silks, Bahamas Bound, Good Juice, Landlubber Outings, Videos | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 10 Comments

A Silky Article in Cruising Outpost!

Posted on October 3, 2017 by anniedike

“Call it crazy, call it beautiful, bold, I call it: No regrets.  I will never forget that moment.  That feeling.  Soaring weightlessly, floating freely in satin sheets from the mast of a sailboat, with the vast Gulf horizon as my … Continue reading →

Posted in Aerial Silks, Gulf Crossing | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Mind, Body, Free: Life Design by NikkiB

Posted on August 16, 2017 by anniedike

What inspires me?  It’s people, you see?  People like me, and people very unlike me.  People who seek out, overcome and achieve.  Particularly this one: NikkiB!  Photo credit : Val Hawks You know that moment when you meet someone you … Continue reading →

Posted in Aerial Silks, Landlubber Outings | Tagged , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

#22: Have Silks, Will Travel … to the Nearest Tree!

Posted on November 6, 2015 by anniedike

While I prefer to rig the silks on the boat, the conditions don’t always allow it.  Good news is, though, all you need is a backpack and a tree!  Let’s go! Thanks to my Patrons who help me share the journey. … Continue reading →

Posted in Aerial Silks, Videos | Tagged , , , | 6 Comments

#13: Silks on the Boat – The Outtakes Reel

Posted on October 7, 2015 by anniedike

While making the routine was fun, watching the outtakes was funner (that’s a word today).  Thought you guys would like to see some of the behind-the-scenes filming faux pas.  Enjoy! Thanks to my Patrons who help me share the journey.  Get … Continue reading →

Posted in Aerial Silks, Videos | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

#12: Silks on the Boat – The Reward

Posted on October 2, 2015 by anniedike

Now that you know how to rig it up, it’s time for your reward: an aerial silks routine on board.  (I shouldn’t have to say this, but I will — Silk at your own risk people!).  Like, share, subscribe, SUPPORT! … Continue reading →

Posted in Aerial Silks, Videos | Tagged , , , , | 4 Comments

#11: Silks on the Boat – The Rigging

Posted on September 30, 2015 by anniedike

Always wondered how we hang the silks on the boat?  Well, I’ll show you!  WARNING – Do not try this at home (you have to do it on a boat).  But, seriously, hang at your own risk and silk carefully … Continue reading →

Posted in Aerial Silks, Videos | Tagged , , , , | 6 Comments

Bon Buffett Voyage Day Three – Burgers, Bunnies, Balloons … Oh My!

Posted on June 17, 2015 by anniedike

April 23, 2015: With a heavy heart, we woke the next morning in Ingram’s Bayou and took down the pyrotechnics, the ukulele amps and the aerial silk rig.  Nooooo!!! But, we were excited to make our way over to The … Continue reading →

Posted in Aerial Silks, Annie's Books, Good Grub, Landlubber Outings, Local Anchorages, Weekend Cruises | Tagged , , , , , , , | 1 Comment