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PGIJon at 2:22pm 08.13.15
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Not sure how long this will last, but it's a good deal. -Jon http://www.westmarine.com/buy/ancor--
Texsinbad at 1:19pm 08.13.15
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Looking to buy my first daysailer and found a 1981 Vagabond 17 that seems nice. Looking for recom
Liberte at 1:13pm 08.13.15
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just another WenchRite problem. After returning the unit twice under warranty, this time it quit in
fattyz at 1:05pm 08.13.15
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Hi I just bought a Vanguard 15 used and I am looking for some tips on sailing/rigging. The boat is
buddybear at 12:54pm 08.13.15
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When I was in the Islands this year I checked the position of the rudder when I was underwater. I ha
Crazy mods   (1)
T_Cat at 12:49pm 08.13.15
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So what do I do when I have to work and no sailing time is in sight? Dream about the craziest mods
jeffg47 at 11:45am 08.13.15
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The HIN on the rear transom has been covered by awlgrip and I understand that there are two location
Skipper at 11:12am 08.13.15
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I'm the annoyingly proud owner of the last Bristol 29.9 built. Possibly the last sailboat under 30ft
charliegrau at 10:39am 08.13.15
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In other thread I saw a couple of sposts stating that a sailing vessel should be considered a power
danstanford at 10:14am 08.13.15
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Wheel is squeaking whenever I make a small movement. Checked to see that the autopilot and lock scre
thewaxmania at 9:02am 08.13.15
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Afternoon. This is my first post so far, so thank you in advance for your participation. I just bo
Wind   (1)
Meriachee at 9:01am 08.13.15
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Please find attached irrefutable proof that there was an occurrence of wind in Alberta the other day
rgranger at 8:51am 08.13.15
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Hey Patrick You sent me a PM and when I tried to reply, I got a message saying that you have your p
sailmaster39 at 7:35am 08.13.15
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I have a 2002 H240 with magic tilt trailer. The trailer is 350 miles from me at present time. Anybod
PGIJon at 6:03am 08.13.15
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I was wondering if anyone has done any playing around with an Arduino board? I would love to help c
Ekvh at 5:55am 08.13.15
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Jumped right in over my head, but I'm still close to shore. New to it all. Picked up a C'C25, haven'
Charlie13958 at 3:23am 08.13.15
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Will be looking at a Vision 32 soon, and wondering if the iron keel was encapsulated or otherwise pr
Roadking Larry at 1:51am 08.13.15
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I'm getting fairly close to pulling the trigger on a new set of sails for my old Cal 2-27. I've look
Slider at 10:35pm 08.12.15
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We had a great week at Lake Tahoe. Sailed every day, The water is very clear and very Blue! We wer
winch i.d.   (1)
chrisbarnes at 9:41pm 08.12.15
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Looking to get new pawls and springs for these winches, any chance i can buy something like this or

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nightowle at 9:59pm 02.08.23
I hope the time to Chuck it In is based on ability not a number. I just experienced age discrimina
79 Irwin Citation 34 Rudder Issue
jssailem at 9:57pm 02.08.23
It is tough when you mistress need major work. Love is strange.
Stale Forum
jssailem at 9:51pm 02.08.23
I have come to the conclusion
jssailem at 9:48pm 02.08.23
I hope the time to Chuck it In is based on ability not a number. I just experienced age discriminat
Bareboat Charter in Bahamas vs BVI?
nightowle at 9:41pm 02.08.23
I've been to the BVI's a couple of times and not the Bahamas. I can definitely say the BVI's are gr
I have come to the conclusion
nightowle at 9:30pm 02.08.23
This may not have been an age issue but rather one of faulty planning. The article states that the
Stale Forum
mermike at 9:26pm 02.08.23
We're at Elliot Bay. We should have a couple of freebie tickets at will call, courtesy of Sea Marine
I have come to the conclusion
FastOlson at 9:23pm 02.08.23
There is likely a "limit" based on physical capability and mental acuity, but age? Not so much.
Stale Forum
jssailem at 8:39pm 02.08.23
Mike there are no slips at Bell Harbor. Where are you staying. I think I have an extra ticket.
Engine Model   (1)
Ralph Johnstone at 7:51pm 02.08.23
The light is an engine room light that shines right in your eyes. Have the same problem with ligh
Engine Model
dlochner at 7:36pm 02.08.23
The light is an engine room light that shines right in your eyes. A great idea, a poor implementatio
Bareboat Charter in Bahamas vs BVI?
Skipper J at 7:33pm 02.08.23
Thanks for the information. I look forward to hearing about your trip, TimFromLI. I don't think any
Stale Forum
Terry Cox at 7:09pm 02.08.23
How big is your appetite? As I recall, 2000 was the last year I went to a boat show, just looking at
Hull void/de-lamination
pclarksurf at 7:08pm 02.08.23
If it's straight oil canning (common) then either ignore it (assuming you have remediated root caus
Why paint bottom?
Ralph Johnstone at 7:03pm 02.08.23
As long as no one believes this disinformation : done.
Stale Forum
mermike at 6:33pm 02.08.23
I'm leaving my checkbook and credit cards in the boat. Cash only. How much trouble can I get into wi
Stale Forum
Terry Cox at 6:31pm 02.08.23
Wahoo. Sounds like a great cruise. Boat shows are always a lot of fun. So many toys.
Stale Forum
mermike at 6:27pm 02.08.23
Just arrived at Elliott Bay marina. Planning on going to the boat show tomorrow. A great day for sai
Why paint bottom?
stickinthemud57 at 5:58pm 02.08.23
Engine Model   (1)
Ralph Johnstone at 5:42pm 02.08.23
Just out of the idlest of curiosity, what does the light indicate ? Enquiring minds and all that stu

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