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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?
Sorry Smack....Gonna get some gear....and I vote for a Schock 35! OK maybe he doesnt want a 35, but it sounds like he really liked what he had...so lets find him another Catalina 27...
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!
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.
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):
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.
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.
I think Smack loved his Catalina 27 so I vote for another Catalina, maybe a bit longer and wider, able to coastal cruise. If new, the Catalina 315 is really nice or if used the 320, 310, or 30 are all good coastal cruisers.
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.
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.
Ouch.
Hope he had insurance, although money is a small consideration compared to the loss of a treasured boat that has been seasoned with blood, sweat and tears as well as laughter, joy and wonder.
I agree with all the sentiments expressed above...I couldn't imagine walking down to the dock and not seeing our boat there...knowing that she lies on the bottom...
I will definately purchase some BFS gear to help toward the new boat...
That is one of the saddest blog posts I have read in, well, ever.
Looking forward to the "Smack found a new boat" thread. After the "Insurance companies can bite it" and "Boats and legal issues in Tx" threads, of course.
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