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driftless reacted to Prairie Schooner's post in the thread What makes a good project boat? with
Haha.
I'd say break it down into major components like - hull/deck; engine; electronics; sails; rigging; interior; what else?? If too many... -
driftless replied to the thread Olson 34- main sheet pad eye on boom broke.Happens from time to time even without a hard gybe. As Christian mentioned above, I think the issue is that this setup just doesn't...
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driftless replied to the thread The real scoop on dewinterization?.I addition to what others have said above (especially about doing oil and filter changes in Fall), spring is a great time to replace...
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driftless reacted to Vtonian's post in the thread The Awkwardness of Prop Walk, Illustrated [and Propeller Choices] with Like.
Jim Stewart's Boat Handling and Docking book received and skimmed. Nifty, short and sweet. I think doing these exercises will be fun...
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driftless reacted to Vtonian's post in the thread The Awkwardness of Prop Walk, Illustrated [and Propeller Choices] with Like.
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driftless replied to the thread The Awkwardness of Prop Walk, Illustrated [and Propeller Choices].I feel very fortunate to have had an ASA 101 instructor who literally wrote a book on docking. It was my first experience on a large...
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driftless reacted to Dave G.'s post in the thread The Awkwardness of Prop Walk, Illustrated [and Propeller Choices] with Like.
Firstly, I don't envy you having to navigate this on a regular basis and don't think I would have the patience to do it long term. My...
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driftless reacted to Pete the Cat's post in the thread Raw Cooling System Maintenance and Repair with Like.
It's no secret that the primary challenge of maintaining marine engines is the raw cooling systems. Since many, maybe most...
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driftless reacted to Gaviate's post in the thread Milwaukee to the Apostles - route and marina recommendations? with Like.
Hey Tyler, several sailors that winter where I do, spend their entire season cruising the North Channel. I have, as of yet, not been...
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driftless reacted to southofvictor's post in the thread Milwaukee to the Apostles - route and marina recommendations? with Like.
I know nothing of the specifics you’re looking for Tyler, but that sounds like an excellent trip and relocation. Have fun! Look forward...
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driftless posted the thread Milwaukee to the Apostles - route and marina recommendations? in Ericsons Great Lakes.Hey fellow freshwater sailors. We're moving up north, and hoping to sail our boat up to a new home in the Apostle islands area. I'm...
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driftless replied to the thread Water Witch 101 Failure after Seven Years.Big fan of the switch I installed in my main bilge - similar cylinder design as the aqualarm. Very well reviewed on cruiser forums...
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@vanilladuck made a movie about our race. Second in our class!
