I'm sort of surprised not to see a thread on this boat. There are several examples sailing and many in build. Melvest built some to order using...
December 1, 2010 I started a thread with this: I'm starting to look at boats that old guys sail. Here is a basic SOR: Easy to sail...
I'm starting to look at boats that old guys sail. :) Here is a basic SOR: Easy to sail singlehanded or double handed light air ability at...
The latest masthead vs fractional thread has got me thinking and googling for a few hours ... I still have some questions. When did the...
I am amazed that there is not a thread that is discussing the relative merits of the two Mulihulls that will (hopefully someday soon) sail for the...
I picked up a 1984 Hobie 18 complete with a new set of sails and a working trailer for $400 at an auction to benefit junior sailing. I'd hade just...
I've read many posts here and not found a thread on the total cost per mile for motorsailers compares to either pure power boats or pure sailing...
I've always defined "keel" as the longitudinal structural member at the bottom of the hull. Are there any NA's that would disagree with that...
I'm listed as Skipper for a Whitsunday charter. The boat is a Perry 43 Plus (4 Cabin 43 foot Catamaran) Anyone know what I should expect? Any...
I'm sorry if I've missed this, but I've been searching for information about the relationship between length and speed for multihulls. For...
It is looking more and more that the AC will be sailed in multi-hulls. BMWO has challenged and set the dimensions or their boat as 90' LWL, 90'...
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I'd like to hear opinions on what is considered a seaworthy headsail combination. The dimensions of the boat are: 25 ft LWL 30 ft LOD 32 ft...
This is an off shoot of the "Seaworthiness" thread. Link I am a proponent of good seamanship as the major factor in safety compared to...
I'd like some help with a list of items for a poll to start a new thread. The poll will allow multiple choices. The objective of the poll is to...
Anyone care to share New Year Resolutions? Mine: Sail More :D Work Less :( Quit Smoking :eek: Be nicer to Doug Lord :mad: Yours?
Do you support the people that support sailing? Do you tell them that you made a buying decision based on their support of sailing?
There have no doubt been huge changes in sailboat technology since America sailed into History in 1851. Stainless Steel has been around since...
One of the things that we have discussed/debated more than once is the aerodynamics of sails. What I can't find much information on is the...
Is there a "best practice" for mounting bilge ventilation fans? Should the fan be close to the engine compartment and blow through a long duct to...