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Thanks for the updates Dave. I do have a few specific questions for when you have a chance . . .
- I notice in your web photos that you're using the stock Shaefer blocks at the mast base. My dock neighbor (a racer) hinted I should consider swapping these out for some with a little higher SWL. Do you feel the stock ones are handling the rough stuff pretty well?
- The Admiral would be interested to know if Rhonda has any suggestions based on the experience for making the crusing life more comfortable on a PSC 34 given its moderate salon space, and what her overall feeling is concerning the experience thus far, i.e., can she recommend giving up the shoreside life and casting off on a great adventure?
- I've been reading up on Drifters vs. Asym spinnakers, etc. to handle the lighter stuff and downwind sailing. Do you feel a conventional spinnaker would be helpful for DDW sailing (in spite of the extra handling rqmts), or is the Drifter taking care of the downwind work pretty well for you so far?
- What is your primary reason for wanting to switch to a tiller, greater control / security, cockpit space, personal preference, other? (I've picked up a Lewmar wheel that fits on the standard Edson shaft and folds in on the sides to help with the cockpit space, but I haven't installed it yet.)
- How do you like the manual windlass thus far? Has the 1:1 gearing been OK for you? I've been looking for a manual windlass with multiple gearing choices, but I'm not having luck finding a new one with this capability.
- Are the bungie cords working well for holding the floor boards in place during rough going, or do recommend something a little more elaborate? How are you keeping the icebox lid secured? Its interesting to me as a new bluewater boat owner that the manufacturers do not solve these basic problems for us.
- Any troubles swapping out the main for the trysail using the Strongtrack as the wind is picking up? Would you prefer to have a seperate track for the trysail or is the single Strongtrack working well?
Thanks much for your thoughts Dave. We're all wishing you guys continued fair winds. Best regards,
- MC1
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