One Boat

One Sailor

5000 Nautical Miles

>> Destination Hawaii

Welcome Aboard!

I'm your skipper, Bryan

Join me and Rumour on a transformative journey as we meticulously ready vessel and human for the solo sail from San Francisco to Hawaii and back. Rumour and I will be making the voyage alone. And, we have a lot of work to do before we depart.

My hope is to bring you along on this journey. Rumour is a 1985 Ericson 32-3. Designed by the reputable Bruce King, this third version of the Ericson 32 is known for being a hardy blue water boat. But, based on her age, we need to refit and upgrade many systems on the boat.

Refitting, rigging, navigating, cruising – we are…

Sailing Rumour!

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Why More Americans Are Investing in a Mid-Career Pause

I’m grateful and thrilled to share my journey on Forbes with James Hudson. I hope messages like these will inspire more people and companies to embrace the practice of career breaks and micro-retirements.

Alone Together: Singlehanded Sailing, LA to Hawaii and Return

Christian Williams inspired my search for an Ericson 32-3 with this video and book. An incredible account of sailing alone in the Pacific Ocean which planted the seed for my own dream of sailing to Hawaii.

Singlehanded Sailing Society

Starting with the inaugural Farallones Race in 1977 just outside San Francisco Bay, the SSS provides a forum and event structure for singlehanded sailors to share their experiences, tips, and ideas.

Richmond Yacht Club

“This club was built for FUN!”

I’m constantly amazed by the sailing experience and knowledge shared among fellow members.

Ericson Yacht Owners Forum & Blogs

A gather place for Ericson owners, past, present and future. The site hosts extensive discussion boards, documentation, and owner blogs (including one for Rumour).