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Lets choose SmackDaddy's new boat...

22K views 151 replies 74 participants last post by  chucklesR 
#1 ·
Okay crew, it's time to rally behind one of our wounded comrades. For those of you who didn't hear, Smackdaddy's beloved SmackTanic sank. Details here:The Saddest Day of a Sailors Life



I don't know about you guys, but when a sailor's boat sinks it's a H-U-G-E deal. Thankfully I haven't experienced this feeling (yet) but I have come back to my wooden boat in the yard to find an 8ft crack in the hull. I knew she would never sail again and I wept like a little girl. Really, I did.

I, for one, think that SmackDaddy has done a lot for SailNet. He's started some interesting threads and with a teflon-like quality has avoided the mud slinging matches with good cheer and quick wit. He encourages the SailNet-lings and doesn't feed the trolls. SmackDaddy hasn't logged on to SailNet in five days. Anyone else notice the difference around here?

How can we help? I think we can do two things:

First, we can buy some BFS gear from his site. If everyone who enjoy's smack's contribution bought a BFS beer cozy, I think he'd be well on his way to a new boat. Even if the financial contribution is small, it'd be a real show of support for a fellow sailor who loves sailing and SailNet. Spend your coin here: BFSshop.com, is the official home of BFS Gear for Big Freakin Sails!

Second, lets help him pick a new boat. Boats represent dreams, future or present and I think we all know that. Smack needs to have a new boat to keep the dream alive and let's start by helping him choose one with this thread. All ideas and contributions are welcome. Catamaran or mono? Fin or full? Contributions from Smack himself are welcome but will probably be ignored since we all know that SailNet knows all. ;)

So, knowing Smack as we do. What boat should he get for his ocean-going next boat?

MedSailor
 
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#2 ·
I had not heard that myself.....I had noticed he had been quiet per say.....but was hoping he was out with his kids on vacation or equal........

Not a way to lose the boat etc..

Not sure what his next boat should be either. Depends upon where he wants to sail, go etc.

Condolences to Smack and the family!

Marty
 
#5 ·
That's a bummer, big time... Sorry to hear it, Smack...
 
#9 ·
Yeah that really does suck!

I would like to hear what Smack has in mind for his next boat. Given he seems to be taken with the performance side of sailing he might be interested in something with a bit more racing pedigree than Smacktanic. (May she rest in peace!)

I am sure once he has mourned his loss sufficiently he will jump into the thread!

Boat shopping is so much fun! :D
 
#11 ·
What a bummer, I wondered why he hadn't offered up any smackolades to some of the posts in recent days or given a smactimony on how he sees it. I think we should purchase some gear then post the photos of it here to inspire others to do so. :D
 
#12 ·
Dadgum Smack......so sorry to hear about your boat.

Great idea about giving Smacky some ideas about a new ride and all of us busting loose on some BFS gear to help fund the effort. I loaded up on some coozies and a hat, and looked around a bit on the net for ideas for Smacktanic 2 - what do you think about this (we'll need to buy a buttload of gear, but it's for a great cause):

Smacktanic 2
 
#13 ·
Just picked up a hat and some boozies as well, also went to a couple of sailing groups I belong to and posted a message there and asked they check out his sight and pick up some gear.
 

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#15 ·
Smack;

That is heart-wrenching. I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss of your beloved SmackTanic. At least everyone is okay. Once you catch your breath, you can begin the third most fun thing in life, looking for a replacement.

Good luck,
Jeff
 
#17 ·
Damn man I can't even imagine what you're feeling right now.

Take some time figuring out what's next. We all keep a mental inventory of boats we'd like to have "some day" - but not this way. This is just a real kick in the nuts.
 
#18 ·
I vote for a Catalina 30, Tartan 30 or a Pearson 30. He'll enjoy the nice cruising accomodations, solid build, and a decent turn of speed at a bargain price. Gotta park it somewhere safer though, or he could be in for a repeat-performance.

I'll "get thee hence" to the BFS site and buy something.

Smack, I'm truly sorry. As a Navy man, I understand the bond between a man and his vessel. I saw the care that you put into your C27 and I know that you had that bond.

Keep calm, and carry on.
 
#19 ·
This is the first that I have heard of the demise of the S/V Smacktanic... I am sure that Smack is up to his eyeballs in insurance, and legal stuff.

However, the choice of a boat for Smack is an easy one for me: Telstar 28
It is;
  • fast
  • trailerable
  • able to fit in a normal (monohull) slip
  • 1 foot longer than the Smacktanic
  • a boat with training hulls
  • everything that Smack would want - including plenty of 'tude

and we need another multi-hull guy (or gal) to needle.;)
 
#22 ·
Smack's pics are horrific. It looks like someone went through his marina with a chainsaw.
 
#25 ·
Smack allow me to offer my condolences on you recent loss. Sorry to hear about your beloved boat sinking.

It may be too soon to start looking for a replacement, give yourself some time to heal.
 
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