Rodrigo

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Aboard since 2016

From Bethesda, MD

Reviews of Rodrigo (125)

  • Peter
    Peter
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 25th

    Had a great weekend sail around the bay to St. Michael's. Hetty B took good care of us and handled amazingly. We were comfortable and had plenty of room sleeping on-board with 5 adults. Though the boat is a classic, older boat, it has many nice modern conveniences including a TV, a/c, and modern electronics. We even got a compliment on it at the marina! Rodrigo was wonderful in communication and flexibility. Would love the opportunity to sail on Hetty B again.

  • Jesse
    Jesse
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 17th

    Great time on the water, appreciate your facilitating

  • Dave
    Dave
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 13th

    Rodrigo does a great job explaining everything and makes the whole transaction seamless. Boat is in good shape and perfect for a family day out.

  • Carl
    Carl
    4/5 stars (4/5)
    Sep. 05th

    We really enjoyed our sail on Labor Day on Sea ++ . Light winds but great weather made for a nice outing. Rodrigo is very helpful and accomodating, and he responds to emails in a timely fashion.

  • Robert
    Robert
    4/5 stars (4/5)
    Sep. 25th

  • Sheldon
    Sheldon
    4/5 stars (4/5)
    Oct. 27th

    Rodrigo was very easy to work with. The boat was clean.

    We were only able to sail one out of three days due to bad weather, the boat handled very well .

    The Sea Plus Plus was a good day sailor.
    The Marina was about a 2 star, because of the bathroom facilities.

  • Ben
    Ben
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 21st

    Rodrigo was a great host, and the Equinox is a lovely, classic vessel. He has maintained it very well and everything is in good working order. He gave us an excellent walkthrough of the boat before we departed, patiently answering all my questions. He also gave good advice on an anchorage, along with other ideas about where to sail. We definitely hope to charter the Equinox again.

  • Laura
    Laura
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 04th

    This was my second experience on this boat and was again, 12/10. Thank you letting us share this gorgeous vessel for a beautiful and fun filled day on the water. We can't wait to take her out again next year as we continue what is fast becoming an annual tradition on our favorite boat for hire!

  • Brad
    Brad
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 20th

    Rodrigo is an outstanding host and knowledgeable sailor. He provided a very detailed briefing covering operation of all aspects of the boat and safety equipment, demonstrating a backup for everything. The boat worked smoothly, and we had a great day of sailing with no issues!

  • Karen
    Karen
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 06th

    Me and my fiancé had a great day out on Hetty B. Was his first sailboat experience and we both had a great time with the perfect amount of wind. Was a last minute trip and Rodrigo was great to get us all set up on short notice.

  • thomas
    thomas
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 22nd

    Rodrigo was very helpful

  • David
    David
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 16th

    Good boat, great owner. Tons of wind-- fall sailing is great! Thanks, Rodrigo.

  • Mark
    Mark
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 15th

    We had a great sail. Rodrigo was an excellent host spending time going over the boat with us before we departed.

  • David
    David
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 17th

    A great day on the Bay.
    Rodrigo is SUPER helpful, responsive, knowledgeable, and informative. And he keeps the boat in nice shape! We had TONS of wind and Equinox handled it great with reefed sails. 👍

  • Tony
    Tony
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 28th

    Rodgrigo was great to work with, easy going, and a nice little boat for an afternoon sail!

  • Stacy
    Stacy
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 29th

    Great experience!!!

  • Frederic
    Frederic
    4/5 stars (4/5)
    Jun. 11th

    We had a great time with Sea Plus Plus and Rodrigo was a great host and very thoughtful as he even brought some bed sheets since he knew we would spend the night on the boat.
    We sailed 22.6 NM at an average of 2.6Kts (including an 1.5h anchorage). We had the opportunity to use all the sails, Genoa in the morning, Jib in the early afternoon, and the Storm Jib (with a reef in the main) as the conditions on the way back, in the mouth of the patpsco river, were a little rough. We had a 15kts sustained wind with 24kts gusts according to the anemometer on the Patapsco river buoy.

    Sea Plus Plus is in great condition but I noticed a few things that I think should be fixed in order to improve its safety :

    - The engine throttle does not work in a predictable way. Rodrigo showed us a trick to make it work but it makes the operation of the engine more stressful than it should be.
    - We found the boat slower than it should be (under sails or engine), approximately half of its hull speed (~7kts)
    - The mainsheet traveler track stop, port side (during starboard tacks), broke loose several times under sail during wind gusts. The spring of the holding pin is too weak/old.

  • Stephen
    Stephen
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 06th

    I have bareboat chartered before, but this was my first experience with online booking via an intermediary website. I had some concerns and probably sent at least 10 boatsetter-emails to Rodrigo before finally booking a one-day reservation. He met us at the boat to review and helped us select a destination; Pirates Cove Rest., Galesville, MD, easy trip and good eats. Nice, sunny no-wind day, but can't blame Rodrigo for that. Motored all day without issue. I will probably rent again. Thanks

  • Thor
    Thor
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 17th

    Great day on the Equinox exploring the Chesapeake. The boat can’t rally move when the sails are trimmed and there’s good wind. Rodrigo was very helpful reviewing the boat with us, and quick in responding to a problem we had with the roller furler.

  • Winston
    Winston
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 22nd

    Incredibly gracious host, charming boat

  • Adam
    Adam
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 10th

    Fortunately we had beautiful weather, and this fine vessel sailed wonderfully all day. The owner is extremely responsive to communication and a nice fellow.
    We will be back for another day sail soon!
    Cheers!

  • Reid
    Reid
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 10th

    The Sea Plus Plus was a great boat for a day out on the bay. Rodrigo was exceptionally helpful and quickly showed us around the boat and we were off. The Sea Plus Plus is not a new hull, but wears her age well with all running gear and motor in good condition. All lines and sails were in good condition, well organized and easily managed, Rodrigo is a pro in renting out his boat and has ample information available to make your rental a success. He obviously takes pride in the repair and upkeep of the boat which is great to see. An unexpected extra, I especially enjoyed the audio system with aux input for your phone which kept us entertained on a slow wind day.

  • Stephen
    Stephen
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 26th

    Rodrigo was very helpful during check in, and the marina's owner even stopped by to share her local knowledge of the nearby waters. Sea Plus Plus was a pleasure to sail, and we had a lovely evening anchored out overnight.

  • Jimmy
    Jimmy
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Apr. 08th

    My group of six had a fantastic time sailing Equinox around the bay for eight hours. Rodrigo’s thorough upkeep of the vessel and comprehensive overview of the sails, rigging and equipment put us at ease as we disembarked on a blustery April day. The boat performed brilliantly in choppy conditions and we even had time to stop for food and drinks in nearby Pirates Cove. Would absolutely book again.

  • Philip
    Philip
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 04th

    Excellent boat in great condition at a great location, Rodrigo was also fantastic. A beautiful day on the bay. We will definitely be back.

  • Brack
    Brack
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 03rd

    Another great weekend aboard Equinox. We sailed to st Michaels and back without problem. We are a couple, more than four aboard would be crowded. The boat is older but everything works. The owner is responsive and welcoming. We shall return (again!)

  • Jason
    Jason
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 07th

    Rodrigo was great and very accommodating of my schedule when we made plans to meet at the boat. The boat sails well and is located in a marina that provides easy access to open water. Two state parks nearby. We anchored at one for a swim and lunch before sailing back. Overall, a great day. We'll be back!

  • Shermineh
    Shermineh
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 09th

    My family had a great experience chartering Equinox from Rodrigo. Rodrigo was thoughtful and thorough in walking us through the boat, which made everything really easy. He is also very responsive and reliable. Cannot say enough good things - highly recommend!

  • Mark
    Mark
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 27th

    Rodrigo is a wonderful host and the Equinox is a great boat. As with our last rental, he took nearly an hour to completely walk us through the vessel, all its systems and its specific setup. Rodrigo has made some significant improvements in the past year, so even though we have rented Equinox before, we found this orientation particularly valuable. I also very much appreciate how Rodrigo has set up lines with markers and a helpful video to assist renters with maneuvering and tying off the boat.

  • Mark
    Mark
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 30th

    Great boat, about the best equipped I have ever experienced. Rodrigo's brief was hugely helpful and made the day easy. Highly recommend!

  • Jonathan
    Jonathan
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 15th

    This was my second time chartering from Rodrigo. As always, he goes above and beyond to meet reasonable requests.

    While the Hetty B shows her age, she is very sound. One of the main reasons that I like chartering from Rodrigo is his proactive approach to repairing and upgrading his vessels. Knowing that is what made me comfortable chartering from him to take a group of relatively new sailors out on the bay in slightly rougher conditions.

  • Aram
    Aram
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 20th

    The boat is not large, but it is well-crafted and sails beautifully. Rodrigo was friendly, responsive, and detailed. Highly recommend!

  • Edward
    Edward
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 20th

    We had a fantastic day sale! Rodrigo was very helpful and the boat was perfect for our needs. Everything worked as advertised.

  • Julia
    Julia
    4/5 stars (4/5)
    Sep. 07th

    The Equinox is a great boat for two people to enjoy! Comfortable, with all the essentials for a day out on the water. However, we hit a few snags with the auto pilot steering and sails not easily dropping/winding in, which made navigating in higher winds a challenge. Hopefully those can be fixed for future trips.

  • Charlotte
    Charlotte
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 08th

    We had a lovely time sailing Equinox! The boat was comfortable, clean, and had everything we needed for a perfect day. The marina was clean and had nice facilities as well. Rodrigo was friendly, helpful, and spent a good amount of time with us before our charter to make sure we were familiar with his boat. I would certainly recommend both Rodrigo and Equinox!

  • Travis
    Travis
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 29th

  • Efrem
    Efrem
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 29th

    We love the boat, Rodrigo the owner is friendly, describes operating procedures thoroughly, and the location is close to the Bay. We are repeat customers and plan on returning for more great days on the bay on Equinox.

  • Chris
    Chris
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 28th

    This was the first time we used Boatsetter, having sold our boat years ago when starting a family. Rodrigo was great...responsive, patient, and accommodating as we got back on the water. His boat is kept in excellent condition and he helped us get acquainted with everything we needed to know with skill and humor. He was similarly warm and accommodating to our now young children. I highly recommend.

  • Tim
    Tim
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 16th

  • Bill
    Bill
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 26th

    Very organized, reliable, responsible, the boat was everything we wanted – getting out on the Chesapeake for an extended afternoon. Clear instructions, easy to manage and easy to sail. Would definitely do it again

  • Walter
    Walter
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 30th

    An ideal sailing day in a well equipped, easily sailed, sea kindly boat, with a first rate skipper. Highly recommended.

  • Dmytro
    Dmytro
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 03rd

    Easy communication and clear instructions provided. Great boat for a long weekend trip. Rodrigo is taking good care of his boat. Batteries charged, full tank, boat good to go!

  • Travis
    Travis
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 21st

  • Maria
    Maria
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 27th

    We had a great experience sailing the Chesapeake on the Equinox!
    Rodrigo is a great host and everything went smoothly!
    We will definitely rent again. Ahoy!

  • Philip
    Philip
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 11th

    Excellent experience!

  • David
    David
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 01st

  • Alan
    Alan
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 23rd

    Had a great sailing experience with Equinoxx!
    We are a family of 4 and chartered this boat for a full day-8 hours.
    Rodrigo was great! And made the entire process easy, he greeted us before sailing and went over safety procedures.
    The boat was clean and it run smoothly. We will rent it again.
    It was a fantastic day at the Chesapeake Bay!

  • Melissa
    Melissa
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 13th

    We were extremely happy with renting the Equinox from Rodrigo. He met us at marina pick up and went over everything with us (we have sailed many times before). The boat had everything you could need and then all the extras. We were very pleased with the size of the boat and the ammentiries on board. Everything worked great and even held up to a TERRIBLE storm that rolled in while docked overnight. We very much enjoyed our outing and would definitely rent from Rodrigo again!

  • Brad
    Brad
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 22nd

    We had a great time with Hetty B both cruising and sailing. Rodrigo provided a very thorough overview of operations and safety equipment, all of which was in good working order. He was very responsive to my queries, and when I called with a question, he answered right away and expressed appreciation that I called and verified it.

  • Adam
    Adam
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 18th

    Second time renting from Rodrigo. Seamless process from start to end. Will definitely do it again.

  • David
    David
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 31st

    Another nice day aboard Equinox. Good boat, good owner!

  • Kristie
    Kristie
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 01st

    Sailing on Rodrigo's boat was the icing on the cake during our visit to Annapolis! My 3 adult children and I had a fabulous time! The boat was clean and comfortable! Thanks Rodrigo!

  • James
    James
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 22nd

    Great boat, great host. Rodrigo was very helpful and his boat was a pleasure to sail. Thank you Rodrigo!

  • Trevor
    Trevor
    4/5 stars (4/5)
    Nov. 19th

    Rodrigo was communicative. Boat is a little far outside of Baltimore and it isnt the easiest harbor to navigate, but everything worked and we had a great sail.

  • Caroline
    Caroline
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 31st

    Magnificent boat, beautiful marina with easy access to the Bay, and a kind/welcoming host. We will definitely be repeat renters, highly recommend Equinox!

  • Mike
    Mike
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 28th

  • Philip
    Philip
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 18th

    We had a perfect Father's Day sail on Equinox with three generations of sailors and perfect weather. Equinox is well maintained with a relatively crisp main and 150% genoa for an older boat. The diesel starts quickly. The marina's facilities were clean and comfortable. The slip gave easy access to the bay. Rodrigo's documentation is thorough. His checkout was attentive to details with safety in mind. I'm looking forward to another trip from New York to sail on Equinox. Thank you Rodrigo!!!

  • Adam
    Adam
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 06th

    We had a great Labor Day Weekend sailing trip on Rodrigo's boat. He was very easy to work with and his boat was in great working order.

  • Cory
    Cory
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 09th

    We had a perfect day on the water with Rodrigo's beautiful sailboat. Upon booking, he provided helpful instructional videos, then greeted us at the marina for a detailed tutorial of the boat. You can tell that Rodrigo loves this boat and wanted us to have the best possible experience - and we did.

  • Nicole
    Nicole
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 21st

    Rodrigo has a wonderful boat, and ensures that everything you need (or need to know) has been taken care of. We loved our day out on Equinox!

  • Anthony
    Anthony
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 15th

    Had an amazing time on Sea plus plus. Rodrigo gave us a terrific briefing on our first morning before we headed out. The boat is well maintained and has several additions that make ffor an enjoyable time. Thanks again!

  • Olga
    Olga
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 17th

    Rodrigo was very responsive and easy to deal with while making an arrangement for our outing. He met with us going over the boat for over an hour explaining and answering every single question we have had about boat particulars. The boat was easy to navigate thru waters, using GPS on board navigator, and depth monitor which was critical when we were passing thru the narrow channel. We were in the water over 4 hours and had no issues with any boat equipment. We def be back!

  • Brad
    Brad
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 16th

    Rodrigo is awesome. He is always very responsive and the information he shares is organized and useful. This was the 2nd time we took out Equinox, and he has made several upgrades to her, which makes sailing even better. Thank you for letting us borrow your beautiful, well kept sailboat!

  • David
    David
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 04th

    Great boat-- well maintained. Friendly and conscientious owner who cares about his boat.

  • Lee
    Lee
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 07th

    A wonderful and thoughtful experience. Our cruise was a perfect day on a gorgeous boat. I hope we can sail again on the Hetty B and with Captain Rob.

  • Dmytro
    Dmytro
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 02nd

    2nd time on the boat. Very good experience with Rodrigo and his boat. Looking forward to come again

  • David
    David
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 13th

    Rodrigo was incredible. He provided a comprehensive guide of the boat beforehand and was very accessible through the process. The Equinox is a great boat and I plan to take her out again soon. The whole experience made for a great day on the bay.

  • Efrem
    Efrem
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 10th

    We had a great day on the bay. Rodrigo is always careful to go through the care and operation of Equinox. We look forward to our next sail!

  • Marcela
    Marcela
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 18th

    We had a fantastic time on Rodrigo’s boat! It is beautiful and very well maintained. Rodrigo was super responsive and it was very easy to do all arrangements. Highly recommend! Would book again.

  • Jake
    Jake
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 27th

    The Equinox was a great boat to learn and spend the day on. The boat has plenty of space for a group of 4 to 6. Rodrigo is a great host and an excellent communicator.

  • Matthew
    Matthew
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 04th

    'Hetty B' is an amazing vessel. Although built 30+ years ago, there are some modern upgrades in the galley and aboard that give this boat a wonder feel. Unfortunately the winds were not in our favor, but we still got the jib and main out and was able to tack for a while up the bay before sailing down for our return. Rodrigo was accommodating and responsive throughout this whole process of getting a max crew of 6 on board!

  • bruce
    bruce
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 29th

    Boat was perfect for what we wanted to do, spend the day on the water! Everything worked and was in good shape. Very easy boat to handle and nice location. We will go again soon!

  • John R.
    John R.
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 21st

    Had another great trip on Equinox! She was as advertised, and Rodrigo keeps her in great shape. Check-in was easy, and Rodrigo had excellent advice for our day sail itinerary.

  • Jake
    Jake
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 19th

    Rodrigo provided a thorough checkout briefing and answered all my questions. The Equinox was fun to sail and comfortable for the entire family for an 8-hour sail.

  • Andrew
    Andrew
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 19th

    Older and not whiteout it’s quirks (part of the fun) but more than capable smooth sailing vessel. We had some questions while out on the water and Rodrigo responded promptly and was actively engaged from launch to recovery. Thanks for the great day on the water!

  • Lance
    Lance
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 24th

    Rodrigo really came through for us in a pinch. Prepared us really thoroughly. It’s an older vessel but had everything we needed & everything worked fine.

  • John R.
    John R.
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 25th

    We had a great time renting Hetty B for a summertime weekend cruise to Rock Hall. The boat is a beauty inside and out. Rodrigo has maintained the classic appeal of this Cheoy Lee while modernizing it with plenty of creature comforts like AC, a microwave, and state of the art electronics. We found the boat to be very comfortable, clean, clutter-free and charming. Rodrigo himself was a pleasure to work with -- he's friendly, flexible, and patient, and I look forward to renting from him again.

  • Gary
    Gary
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 19th

    Sailing the Equinox is a fantastic opportunity to take your sailing practice up a notch with Rodrigo's extremely well-kept boat. Everything worked perfectly. Rodrigo went over everything. He was also flexible with us to move the date when thunderstorms were forecast for our original date.

  • caesar
    caesar
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 01st

    Rodrigo’s boat was perfect for our day trip and our mighty captain Dave made the trip. Not only professional, but his local knowledge really added a lot. Will definitely use him again!!!

  • David
    David
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 11th

    Great little boat! Sails well. Nice location, good marina.

    Rodrigo is helpful, responsive, professional, and friendly.

  • Efrem
    Efrem
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Apr. 23rd

    We had a wonderful time on the water. The marina is close to the bay so we didn't spend half the day to reach it.

    We loved Equinox! It's well equipped, handles easily, and faster than all the other boats we've chartered.

    Rodrigo has kept up with maintenance and it makes for a reliable boat and a pleasant sail. He has also prepared several "how to" videos that were really helpful. He is personable, well organized, and goes over key points thoroughly.

    We look forward to our next day on Equinox!

  • Boyd
    Boyd
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 04th

  • Steven
    Steven
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 30th

    The host, Rodrigo, does an outstanding job preparing you for rental. The FAQs, "how to" videos and excellent communication by text helped me to prepare for what to expect, assuming one has fundamental sailing experience with something around this size. The boat, Equinox, is well taken care of for an older boat. The Lippincott 30 sailed smoothly and we had a wonderful time. Super location and marina. The only minor issue is that the bimini can't be used during sailing, only motoring.

  • Anthony
    Anthony
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 03rd

    Rodrigo and Equinox were great! He took the time to explain everything and answer any questions we had. He suggested an itinerary that suited the day and the wind. His boat was clean and tidy. He even said a few things to my 77 yo mother to make her feel more at ease about getting in a sailboat with me. Can't go wrong here!

  • David
    David
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 02nd

    Sea Plus Plus is a good boat, and we had a good day. Unfortunately, the wind was no good. I should have checked the real marine weather forecast; weather.com promised steady light winds.

    Rodrigo is very friendly and professional.

    We rented in June; I made these suggestions to Rodrigo, and he has probably already addressed them:

    A paper chart book is essential for rentals; the Bay can be tricky to navigate, and you can’t rely on electronics for things that are critical for safety.
    The boat needs boat hook pole. Docking in significant wind without one would be difficult.
    A nice extra touch: get a 12V-to-USB adapter so people can easily plug in a phone for charging;
    likewise, an auxiliary cable would be handy to plug a phone or iPod into the boat’s stereo.

    I hope to rent this boat again in the future!

  • Matt
    Matt
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 25th

    Great day sail experience on the 38' Hetty B. The boat is very well maintained, with upgraded equipment, and she handles quite well under sail. Rodrigo was an excellent host; friendly, informative, and helpful. I would charter this boat again.

  • Daniel
    Daniel
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 05th

    Our experience with Rodrigo was great. He took very good care of us and made sure our day aboard his charming boat was extraordinary. Even though our booking was last minute, he arranged everything and was very responsive to all our questions and needs...including, arranging our captain. Captain Rob was fantastic and made the trip an experience to remember for our family including our dog Gracie...we appreciated all the 101 on sailing and sharing his expertise with us. We will definitely be back

  • Winston
    Winston
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 18th

    Second charter, had a great sail, everything as expected. Thanks Rodrigo!

  • Matt
    Matt
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 01st

    Sea Plus Plus was a great boat to take out and very easy to get used to. Every thing was clearly labeled/placed to ensure quick familiarization which was very much appreciated. Rodrigo was very helpful and quick to communicate.
    The marina is easy to find, friendly and quiet. Very easy slip access and in/out manoeuvering was easy as well!
    I will definitely be back and would recomend Sea Plus Plus.
    Thanks!!

  • Gary
    Gary
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 12th

    Boat performed perfectly. Check in was thorough and gave me the confidence to head out.

    I will definitely rent again.

  • Julie
    Julie
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 18th

    We had a truly wonderful day sailing Sea Plus Plus on the Chesapeake Bay. As Rodrigo says, she is a great little old lady; she handles both stiff breezes and light airs well, and tacks and gibes very responsively, so she is perfect for the area she is in. The outboard is more than enough to manage in and out of the marina and easy to use. Sails and rigging all good too; paper chart fine (although I have to say US charts are not to UK standard:)). And Rodrigo is a brilliant guy, introducing us personally to Sea Plus Plus, telling us about her and his sharing sailing philosophy with us. We're quite challenged for Joss, our own boat. Thank you so much, Rodrigo!

  • Philip
    Philip
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 21st

    We had a beautiful day on a beautiful boat

  • Kirby
    Kirby
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Nov. 01st

    Equenox is a clean and well maintained boat in very good condition. Rodrigo, the host, is a very pleasant and knowledgeable person that explained all the systems on the boat . He also provided a very through review of safety procedure's.

    The boat handled nicely and responded well to the 22 knot breeze that we sailed in.

    Looking forward to our next sail on Equenox.

  • Selina
    Selina
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 04th

    Great day out on Equinox! Boat had everything we needed. A few small maintenance issues as it’s an older yacht, but that’s reflected in the price. It was well-equipped and perfect for our level of sailing experience. Rodrigo gave us a full briefing and explained everything before we set off and was easily contactable if needed, although thankfully we didn’t! Will definitely rent Equinox again.

  • Jonathan
    Jonathan
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 19th

    Rodrigo was outstanding and went out of his way to accommodate several special requests that we had in order to make our experience memorable.

    The Sea Plus Plus was well maintained, and I appreciated the care that he has obviously put into upkeep and replacing equipment in order to keep everything functional. When we arrived, it appeared that the previous charterers had not cleaned up very well. Rodrigo was very apologetic and worked quickly to get everything squared away for our trip. I can't say enough about how much he cared about the boat and our having a great experience.

    We sailed from the Sea Plus Plus' home marina across the Bay to St. Michaels. The boat handled very well, and we were able to make the trip in approx. 6.5 hours. We would definitely look to charter the Sea Plus Plus again in the future!

  • Daniel
    Daniel
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 05th

  • Dave
    Dave
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 15th

  • Eugene
    Eugene
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 17th

    A nice and very well kept boat with an equally nice and accommodating owner.
    Highly recommended !

  • Alberto
    Alberto
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 19th

    Everything was perfect. The boat is very well kept for its age. Rodrigo explained everything I had to know before leaving and he has a list of things to do when returning the boat, which I find helpful so I didn't forget anything.
    There is a shower in the Marina, which was very nice to use after a quite warm day in the sun.

  • Janet
    Janet
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 03rd

    Our day on the Bay in Sea Plus Plus was magical, & it didn't hurt that we had 15-20knot winds. And in the shelter of a bay we swam also. Rodrigo keeps C++ in fine condition, all equipment including electronics & safety gear in working condition, & she handled the winds well. We had no issues at all. Rodrigo was also very prompt & responsive to all our enquiries online & at our check-in. He even gave us extra tips on navigating the ever-shifting shoals of the Chesapeake & suggestions about docking at some local restaurants. We thought it a real bonus that his boat is docked at a quiet, charming marina in Edgemere, south of busy Annapolis, so no parking problems. We all agreed that we couldn't have had a better day on the water. We will certainly return!
    Janet

  • Brad
    Brad
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 27th

    Well-maintained boat, attentive owner, low-trafficked marina, good day of sailing!

  • Peter
    Peter
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 26th

    Hetty B is a great boat, easy to sail and fun in the 5-10kt winds we had. Rodrigo is an excellent host, super nice and communicative. He took time to show us all the details prior to us heading out. Highly recommend.

  • John R.
    John R.
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 26th

    We had a great experience on Equinox! We found the boat very clean and comfortable -- Rodrigo has all the essentials for a weekend cruise but still keeps things uncluttered, which we greatly appreciate -- leaves us more room for our gear/food/etc. He's responsive, friendly, and informative -- in short, a pleasure to work with!

  • bruce
    bruce
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 23rd

    The Equinox is a very fine vessel. The boat gave my children an excellent maiden sailing experience. We had a lovely day of sailing on the Bay. Rodrigo patiently showed me all the ins and outs ahead of time. A great experience all around and we will look to be back again soon.

  • Michael
    Michael
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 12th

    Sea Plus Plus was great and Rodrigo was very responsive. The boat was exactly as listed, an older 25.5 footer that was perfect for our day sail in the Chesapeake Bay.

    Rodrigo was very flexible and had a great smartphone app that listed all of the details surrounding the rental!!

  • Bruce
    Bruce
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Apr. 28th

    The Lippincott is a great boat for day sailing on the Chesapeake. The owner Rodrigo, is great to work with and very organized. I rent Rodrigo's Lippincott multiple times a year!

  • Olga
    Olga
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 11th

    Rodrigo is a good host, works with you and boat is always prepared for departure! We love Rodrigo’s boat, very roomy, has all that you need to sail, now even auto pilot mode! Rodrigo is always available for questions and ready to provide any resolutions. We look forward to rent very soon again!

  • Rohit
    Rohit
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 28th

    This boat is very well maintained. Engine starts on the first turn. The sails hoist up easily. And it’s well kept.

  • Olga
    Olga
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 22nd

    Rented for the second time with Rodrigo. We just happy to be out on the water again, this time we learned how to re-fuel, which added to the experience. We had a few questions before starting our adventure and Rodrigo was accessible by phone and available to provide instructions

  • Joshua
    Joshua
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 20th

    Rodrigo was great! He made sure we had everything and know everything we needed to know before we set out. His ship is great, and it was overall a great experience!

  • David
    David
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 08th

    Equinox is a lovely boat, handles very easily, and is well equipped. Rodrigo is a pleasure to work with. Will definitely book again.

  • Thomas
    Thomas
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 15th

    Our family had a great time on Equinox. It’s clear that Rodrigo cares a lot for the boat and wants his guests to have a good sailing experience. I’d definitely sail on Equinox again.

  • Nicholas
    Nicholas
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 07th

    Wonderful boat and boat owner! It was easy to communicate with Rodrigo and he was very accommodating and helpful. I particularly appreciated his thoughtful guidance about the boat prior to sailing. We had an incredible couple of days and would certainly rent again.

  • Brack
    Brack
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 25th

    A smaller straightforward boat, in great condition for its age. Rodrigo is a welcoming host and briefed us fully and was available for consultation. The slip is a ways down a narrow creek. We had a great sail to Annapolis and back and will be returning.

  • Jenny
    Jenny
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 08th

    Rodrigo was a great host. I had LOTS of questions and he always answered immediately. The boat was lovely, beautiful teakwood covered the entire deck below. Rodrigo’s videos were so helpful, we adjusted to our little stay on the boat very quickly. We loved waking up on the water, feeling the boat rock, really really nice!! Love to do it again 😊😊

  • Ben-David
    Ben-David
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 04th

    Great time ! Awesome 😎 owner and CAPT! Boat 🚤 has character….

  • Marvin
    Marvin
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 07th

    Rodrigo and Dave were simply amazing. My wife and I really needed a break and this allowed us to unplug for a full day and enjoy a relaxing stress-free day. Both Rodrig and Dave were very friendly and accommodating. We highly recommend them and will use them again.

  • John
    John
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 31st

    Very happy with the boat. Rodrigo was very helpful and very responsive to our questions and needs. Very prompt. The boat is relatively small and easy to manage - ease of handling close to dock and low draft. We very much enjoyed our sail out to Thomas Point lighthouse - that I recommend. We made full use of the galley and enjoyed the Moka coffeemaker. The boat has mahogany trim and panels and teak/holly interior deck. This is very rare in modern boats. Nice quiet marina and opportunities for walking. Another marina occupant mentioned kayaking to the nearby Smithsonian just across the small bay where bald eagles and similar can be found.

  • Rafaella
    Rafaella
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 18th

    Rodrigo and Captain Dave were a great duo leading our group of 5 adults and two children on a peaceful and scenic sail around Chesapeake Bay. Great afternoon for the family!

  • brian
    brian
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 02nd

    Great old boat, great explanation of operations by Rodrigo. Easy to operate, we would rent this again. We loved our time on her.

  • George
    George
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 29th

    Rodrigo was super! Very patient and detailed explanations of the boat. The boat was in perfect condition and is a wonderful sailing vessel. Super clean, outfitted with everything you'd need, everything in working condition. Highly recommended.

  • Templeton
    Templeton
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 08th

    Rodrigo is a great guy and we had a lot of fun on Sea Plus Plus, the boat is well maintained and all the lines are simple and color coordinated. As far as the location, be careful of the sea of Crab traps right outside the river but otherwise easy in and easy out. Look forward to going out again!

  • Eugene
    Eugene
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 17th

    Well maintained, sails great. This is not our first time with Rodrigo, he is most helpful and accommodating.

  • Stephen
    Stephen
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 28th

    What a refreshing experience! I will rent from Rodrigo again soon. He and Dave made the day sail fun and memorable. They obviously enjoy sailing and want you to enjoy your time on the boat. They are very personable and experienced with interesting stories to share if you like. The boat has every major and minor piece of equipment right down to a Man Over Board function on the nav panel. We tacked, we jibed, we sailed wing on wing, checked out the Bay Bridge, had lunch at Cantler’s!

  • John
    John
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 19th

    Great time sailing on Sea Plus Plus. Rodrigo was very responsive and flexible. We setup a time to review the boat the night before and Rodrigo called in advance to let us know about a minor problem with the throttle and electric starter. We kept the reservation and had a great time sailing. The boat was in good condition and comfortable to sail. Thanks!