Currently in Australia exploring by land!
Welcome to SV-Always
Welcome to the SV Always website
This site chronicles the journey of SV Always and her crew. Always is captained by Tim Sander, a retired software company executive, former volunteer fire fighter, self-proclaimed handyman, and life-long sailor.
He is currently joined in his adventures by his first mate Ilse. Together they sailed from the Caribbean, through the Panama Canal, and across the South Pacific. Assisted by additional crew for portions, the nearly 12,000 nautical mile journey took them 10 months to complete, reaching Australia in September of 2024.
The next year or three will likely be spent in the South Pacific exploring by both land and sea before continuing on a quest to complete a circumnavigation.
About the Boat
2019 Seawind 1260 Catamaran
The Seawind 1260 is a 12.45 meter (41') catamaran with a 22.6" beam. It is designed for small crew operation, with the comforts to support multiple guests onboard for the day or longer term. It draws 3' 8" of water, allowing access to many locations other boats may be unable to reach, and has a 65' mast height clearance making it (mostly) ICW friendly along the US East coast. With 480 liters of fuel (126 US gallons), 700 liters of water (185 gallons) plus a 14gph water-maker and 1000W of solar, she has long range cruising capabilities.
I am blessed to have the opportunity to travel by sailing. The Seawind 1260 has really proven itself capable over the 20,000+ NM I have logged on her. It's both a great living platform and strong sailing performer that loves the tropics and trades.