Who We Are at Aquilibra Yachting Consultants
Peter Cullum
Pete is a former professional yacht captain and corporate CEO in the medical device field who has sailed more than 150,000 miles around the globe the past 50 years, including a year-long sailing "sabbatical" with his wife and children. He recently became a member of the prestigious International Association of Cape Horners in recognition of his double-handed 9,000 mile passage around Cape Horn.
He holds RYA Yachtmaster Offshore CoC and STCW 2010 certification and has been a racing navigator and sailing coach all of his adult life.
Our Mission
We aim to safely guide people into the cruising lifestyle by providing the benefit of our extensive experience to anyone looking to acquire an offshore cruising sailboat and start the adventure of their lives.
Our Services
Our services focus on assisting people avoid costly mistakes and ensuring maximum safety and enjoyment on the water.
Vessel Selection and Evaluation
Contract & Price Negotiation
Offshore Outfitting Management
Safety and Systems Training
How We Work
People come to offshore cruising with a wide range of experience levels so we look to fill individual knowledge gaps and support particular areas of concern. Please contact us and we will forward a questionnaire that helps determine how we might best be of service to you. We will then schedule a Zoom conference to discuss your needs. We have flat rate as well as hourly plans depending on your requirements and preferences.
Celebrating a lovely Cape Horn rounding after Storm Force 10 conditions the night before.
About Aquilibra Yachting Consultants
First Offshore Passage & Caribbean Racing
First Offshore Passage & Caribbean Racing
First Offshore Passage & Caribbean Racing
I had the pleasure of sailing with Pete during the 2023 Heineken Race Week in St
Maarten. During the races and throughout the week he was an excellent mentor and coach. He is very knowledgeable and has tons of sailing experience. His has the rare ability to share his knowledge in a straightforward, matter of fact manner that made learning
I had the pleasure of sailing with Pete during the 2023 Heineken Race Week in St
Maarten. During the races and throughout the week he was an excellent mentor and coach. He is very knowledgeable and has tons of sailing experience. His has the rare ability to share his knowledge in a straightforward, matter of fact manner that made learning from him easy and very enjoyable while racing. He is always positive and his demeanor lends itself to being a natural coach and mentor. He will certainly be an asset to any crew or boat he is sailing on. I subsequently jumped at the opportunity to sail with again on my first offshore passage which was between Grenada and Chesapeake Bay on Pete's Bavaria 50, Aqualibra.
Gary MacMillan
Deja Vu
CS Yachts 40
First Caribbean Racing Experience
First Offshore Passage & Caribbean Racing
First Offshore Passage & Caribbean Racing
As the only woman in an all male crew Pete found assignments that would challenge me to unlock my potential fully aware of the need to make sure I would be safe and not overwhelmed in situations where physical strength required that someone else take over at times. He always made me and others feel capable of pulling our weight and be a f
As the only woman in an all male crew Pete found assignments that would challenge me to unlock my potential fully aware of the need to make sure I would be safe and not overwhelmed in situations where physical strength required that someone else take over at times. He always made me and others feel capable of pulling our weight and be a fully integrated member of the team. It was such a fun trip! My husband and I learned so much and because of this great experience we got more interested in getting into racing this season.
Alja Daum
Swan 48 - Avocation
First Offshore Race
First Offshore Passage & Caribbean Racing
First Offshore Race
Dear Pete,
I hope this letter finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation for the delightful experience that Anne, myself, and the rest of the group had during our time together. Your mentorship, kindness, and genuine character have made a lasting impression on all of us.
You truly are an amazing mentor an
Dear Pete,
I hope this letter finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation for the delightful experience that Anne, myself, and the rest of the group had during our time together. Your mentorship, kindness, and genuine character have made a lasting impression on all of us.
You truly are an amazing mentor and an exceptionally nice and kind person. The term "mensch" in German perfectly encapsulates the depth of our admiration for you. Your guidance and support throughout our sailing and racing adventures have been invaluable, and we are immensely grateful for the opportunity to learn from you.
Anne and I are eagerly looking forward to seeing you again soon. We cherish the memories we've created together and eagerly anticipate many more years of shared sailing and racing adventures. The camaraderie and joy we experience when we're out on the water with you are truly irreplaceable.
Once again, Pete, thank you for being an incredible mentor and a true friend. We are grateful for your presence in our lives and for the countless memories we've created together. We look very much forward to seeing you soon.
Warmest regards,
Sasha
Dr. Alexander Tarakofsky
Mara, Apogee 50