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Hello to all yachtsman at 6:32am 09.09.09 Smaller Boats 2/1219 For those who have wondered where I have been over the past two years go too http://konyukhov.ru/eng
To Captain of Trinkka (1) Shoaldrafter at 6:28am 09.09.09 Ask An Oday Owner 8/1529 Joe, The sailing is just getting good here. Ed K
Jib track Lube Johnt1594 at 5:00am 09.09.09 Ask A Hunter Owner 2/2083 I have trouble raising my jib for the first each year. I use a lot of dry lubricant - and that helps
23.5 swing keel bad co at 4:15am 09.09.09 Smaller Boats 3/1837 My first year with the h23.5 and first year sailing is done , question here is when I pulled the boa
Specs for Beneteau 381 halyards Cleandre at 4:12am 09.09.09 Ask All Sailors 0/1755 I need to replace the halyards and topping lift on my 1997 Beneteau Oceanis 381. Does anyone have t
Sail cleaning service MrBee at 2:58am 09.09.09 Ask All Sailors 8/3121 A friend will be needing his sail checked/cleaned over winter, any Suggestions for were to take or s
noise from gearbox while sailing jarwin at 12:47am 09.09.09 Ask All Sailors 3/2373 Good morning. We have a 1997 Beneteau 36cc with Volvo Penta 2040 diesel inboard and fixed 15" propel
gearbox 'droning' sound while sailing jarwin at 12:10am 09.09.09 Ask A Beneteau Owner 2/1414 Hi and good morning. We have a 1997 Beneteau 36cc from new with a Volvo Penta 2040 diesel inboard en
Boom vang and topping lift;noob questions Hermit Scott at 11:19pm 09.08.09 Ask All Sailors 5/3702 Is the topping lift a sail trim adjsutment? or is it's only purpose to hold the boom up when the sai
Here's what you'd call a bad day Phil Herring at 11:18pm 09.08.09 Ask All Sailors 3/1642 The family of 16-year-old sailor Jessica Watson says she is still determined to become the youngest
Parts availability... Capt.JDavis at 11:06pm 09.08.09 Catalina 30 8/1670 Does the Catalina 30 parts for the interior like shelving, closets, chart tables are available for l
Mast Stepping Stormer at 10:03pm 09.08.09 Columbia 0/2300 So, we've about wound up our "refab" on our 1964 C-24, we would like to step mast at home , check ha
41 AC bow thruster Jack Lynch at 9:35pm 09.08.09 Big Boats 11/2601 I considering a bow thruster on my 41 - good idea?
Engine Service Manual YANMAR SB8 Willy1805 at 8:08pm 09.08.09 Mid-Size Boats 1/8270 does anyone have an engine service manual showing parts and numbers for a Yanmar SB8 please? cheer
Cover for 26 S wonthaggi at 7:56pm 09.08.09 Ask A Macgregor Owner 9/1997 I would like to get a cover for my Mac 1993 26 S - for winter storage. Can anyone who has had one m
More on busted boom (3) John_F at 7:42pm 09.08.09 Ask All Sailors 2/1338 This is a follow up to my posting a few days ago. Boat: 1987 Newport 30-III Attached are pho
Ocean going Mac25? cedarpoint at 7:41pm 09.08.09 Ask A Macgregor Owner 9/1983 I just recently purchased a 1986 mac25 in excellent condition from a family friend. I am planning on
Ocean Going Mac25? cedarpoint at 7:37pm 09.08.09 Ask All Sailors 15/2433 I just recently purchased a 1986 mac25 in excellent condition from a family friend. I am planning on
When did Hunter switch to poly holding tanks? charris at 7:22pm 09.08.09 Big Boats 3/1772 Will be actively looking for a Hunter Passage 450 soon, and need to know when did Hunter start manuf
Alternator coil for Mercury 8HP outboard to charge battery wonkodsane at 7:13pm 09.08.09 Ask All Sailors 18/15829 Hi folks, have a question for the folks with some outboard experience. I have a 2006 8HP Mercury Ou

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Hank on vs Furler Help/Information Wanted jmczzz at 2:09pm 04.17.22 more great info and the burning hands from the furling line going wild is an affair to remember. tha
Gas prices, inflation concerns yappasailing at 2:00pm 04.17.22 Interestingly enough, my marina fee did not increase this year. However, it was established last y
Gas prices, inflation concerns yappasailing at 1:47pm 04.17.22
Brass tube Paulam at 1:43pm 04.17.22 Thanks - interesting -now just have to find out where it's connected or plugged in.
Knocking sounds when sailing down wind Hollyberry at 1:26pm 04.17.22 Pretty sure that Yanmar/Kanzaki combo says NOT to put in reverse, but to free wheel. Hurth/Zurn say
Adding a third battery to the system DArcy at 1:10pm 04.17.22 After reading the Marine How-to article on "deep cycle" batteries I chose flooded GC2 for my boat. D
Gas prices, inflation concerns Dalliance at 1:07pm 04.17.22 For me, sailing offers a pretty low-cost recreational activity. I probably burn about 20 gallons o
Knocking sounds when sailing down wind Tally Ho at 1:05pm 04.17.22 I would guess it makes the sound all of the time when sailing, but it is easier to hear when running
Gas prices, inflation concerns Dalliance at 1:01pm 04.17.22 The only difference for me this year might be fewer power boats out on the lake, which would be an i
Gas prices, inflation concerns Tally Ho at 12:57pm 04.17.22 For me, sailing offers a pretty low-cost recreational activity. I probably burn about 20 gallons of
Gas prices, inflation concerns JamesG161 at 12:55pm 04.17.22 Just like Sailing... We will weather many storms and, sometimes come out of the Storm with Lessons
Speaker installation higgs at 12:46pm 04.17.22 Fred: Don't overthink this. Even lamp cord will work. My cockpit speakers sit under the helm's se
Rudder uphaul and downhaul line diagram for Hunter 23.5 (1) SkookumZac at 12:44pm 04.17.22 204505 -Z
How much does your slip cost per foot and what is included (3) Tally Ho at 12:40pm 04.17.22
Gas prices, inflation concerns BigEasy at 12:37pm 04.17.22 changes may not be imminent for sailing in particular; however, combined with increased costs for b
Gas prices, inflation concerns higgs at 12:25pm 04.17.22 I suppose my cruising budget will have to increase somewhat, but not enough to keep me in port. Typ
Adding a third battery to the system Tally Ho at 12:23pm 04.17.22
H240 Stuck Keel Removal Tip Crazy Dave Condon at 12:18pm 04.17.22 Look under boat info of the hunter 26 with a desorption removing the centerboard It is the bracke
How much does your slip cost per foot and what is included higgs at 12:16pm 04.17.22 $57 a foot for the season. power and water no bathroom.
How much does your slip cost per foot and what is included (1) Ralph Johnstone at 12:09pm 04.17.22 This includes a washroom and shower in CAN $$$. Nice marina but the price is becoming a little exce

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