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Forum: Learning to Sail 05-11-2011
Replies: 19
Views: 3,997
Posted By dgbenner
Tempest, I could smell traffic coming. I have a...

Tempest, I could smell traffic coming. I have a keen sense of smell typically reserved for pregnant women. ;P

Seriously though, thanks for the inadvertent marinetraffic link. That is incredible....
Forum: Learning to Sail 05-11-2011
Replies: 19
Views: 5,447
Posted By dgbenner
I won't JK, but it would be nice. Im crewing on a...

I won't JK, but it would be nice. Im crewing on a hankon boat now and see how it's a pain even with a group of 5.

No, no idea on a boat. I'm torn between a tow-size 17'-19' and something that I'd...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 05-11-2011
Replies: 16
Views: 2,973
Posted By dgbenner
Fantasic advice from everyone. I'd read a...

Fantasic advice from everyone. I'd read a smattering of buying a boat posts, but this gives me particular perspectives on the hazards. I've done some fiberglass repair on Optis and have seen how...
Forum: Learning to Sail 05-11-2011
Replies: 19
Views: 5,447
Posted By dgbenner
Thanks Puddin for the idea about a ghost rider....

Thanks Puddin for the idea about a ghost rider. 420 is a piece of cake singlehand. If it gets too complicated, I just let the jib go or let the main all the way out. I'm just worried about having a...
Forum: Boat Buyers & Sellers Forum 05-11-2011
Replies: 9
Views: 595
Posted By dgbenner
Exactly. The exact words: "when I run aground" is...

Exactly. The exact words: "when I run aground" is a phrase I have in my head. It will be a matter of time. Also sailing without a motor into a tricky marina and into a slip is not an experience I'd...
Forum: Learning to Sail 05-11-2011
Replies: 19
Views: 3,997
Posted By dgbenner
Thanks TVW, SVA and Soul. These are all great...

Thanks TVW, SVA and Soul. These are all great answers. I'd consider my vague question answered.

I'm basically setting goals for myself so I can work toward, such as an overnight coastal...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 05-11-2011
Replies: 16
Views: 2,973
Posted By dgbenner
Capttb, are you saying an older keelboat is going...

Capttb, are you saying an older keelboat is going to be too old to be of value? If it's a 30 year old boat that it's too in need of repairs to be worth the marine survey and dragout?

I'm sure it...
Forum: Boat Buyers & Sellers Forum 05-11-2011
Replies: 9
Views: 595
Posted By dgbenner
Along the same lines, great quote Dave: -An...

Along the same lines, great quote Dave:

-An adventure is never fun while your having it.

Almost like writers don't like to "write", but enjoy "having written."
Forum: Boat Buyers & Sellers Forum 05-11-2011
Replies: 9
Views: 595
Posted By dgbenner
Ya, CrazyRu's response is pretty much straight up...

Ya, CrazyRu's response is pretty much straight up "Beat Poet" style. :)
Forum: Learning to Sail 05-11-2011
Replies: 19
Views: 3,997
Posted By dgbenner
That all makes sense. Thanks for the answers. I...

That all makes sense. Thanks for the answers. I imagine buffetting around and spinning all night wouldn't be comfortable. Do I recall hearing about something called a sea anchor that is like a...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 05-10-2011
Replies: 11
Views: 2,726
Posted By dgbenner
Good luck Mojo. I am sort of in the same price...

Good luck Mojo. I am sort of in the same price range and size as you. Although I am worried I'll out grow a 22', but am still intimidated by the idea of a 27'.

If you are going to be on a lake,...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 05-10-2011
Replies: 16
Views: 2,973
Posted By dgbenner
Checking out or inspecting a $3-6K boat?

If you aren't getting a $20k+ boat and are looking in the $3-6,000 range, I'd imagine you wouldn't get a boat broker to even look at it.

If you are looking at a cheaper boat, what is an...
Forum: Learning to Sail 05-10-2011
Replies: 19
Views: 3,997
Posted By dgbenner
Overnighting in the Ocean

Ok, I'm a little entranced about the idea of sailing out a dozen or so miles into the ocean and spending the night.

Im gathering if you are too close, you'll wake up grounded on the beach. If you...
Forum: Boat Buyers & Sellers Forum 05-10-2011
Replies: 9
Views: 595
Posted By dgbenner
1)Boat 2)Insurance 3)Slip 4)Seatow What else?

Are there any other costs (naturally besides repairs) that I should consider before getting a 27' or so sailboat?

Especially suited for a noobie? (see I mentioned SeaTow)
Forum: Learning to Sail 05-10-2011
Replies: 19
Views: 5,447
Posted By dgbenner
Single Handing a 27' as a first boat?

Im wondering how big the jump is.

I've taken a summer full (3 days a week) of 420 classes. I took a 3 day certification class on a 32'. I've also been crew on a long distance, 7 day trip on a 43'....
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