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Forum: Learning to Sail 4 Weeks Ago
Replies: 32
Views: 1,062
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Too big for a sunfish?

I am 210 and routinely sail ours.
Recently had it out with myself and my two really tiny twenty something daughters.
Also, have been out with myself and just as big Brother in Law.
Have fun!
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-12-2013
Replies: 14
Views: 714
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Pre sail checklist

Not so much of a checklist as a routine.
Pretty much do the same thing every time on and off and it becomes second nature.
That is my list.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-12-2013
Replies: 28
Views: 930
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Why do we run a jib sheet through a genoa car?

Because a Genoa is a Jib.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-11-2013
Replies: 18
Views: 454
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Chicago to South Manitou Island

yes, of course go ahead and add me to the Fresh water is good part... Or, just ask my wife who is from Florida. First time out on a hot sunny sweltering day and I ask if she want to go for a swim....
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-10-2013
Replies: 18
Views: 454
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Chicago to South Manitou Island

Worst!, The winds can be flukey and on your little run from Chicago to South Manitou it is possible to be becalmed for a day or more sitting in the same spot for hours, we don't always have...
Forum: Cal 04-06-2013
Replies: 5
Views: 2,109
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Cal 25-2 Rigging

Approx 6.3 Knots.
Easy enough to calculate using known specifications. LWL of Cal 25-II = 22 Feet.
Hull Speed = (Sq Rt / LWL) x 1.34
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-06-2013
Replies: 1
Views: 139
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Chicago River trip

How the hell did you get your boat prepped for the season Outside mast up? Wax & compound do not like cold.
It's still in the 40's although it seems you picked the right day with temps reaching 60...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-05-2013
Replies: 64
Views: 2,297
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Zebra Mussels - Lakes

Biggest problem is to the speed transducer paddle wheel. They can clog and stop it from properly functioning. Over the years I have found e few broken pieces of shells in my strainer, but NOTHING to...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-01-2013
Replies: 17
Views: 560
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Moody 41 AC has no traditional traveler?

When you press the dealer with the question, his likely response will be, "Nobody uses the traveler anymore." Just like the demise of a dedicated full chart table and navigation station, "Nobody...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-01-2013
Replies: 19
Views: 894
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Chapter 1: Our first cruise

What a great story. You even had the balls to set a pretty high goal for your first time out. I personally believe that you have many years ahead of you of fine sailing and quality time with your...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 03-30-2013
Replies: 14
Views: 737
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Degree of difficulty in circumnavigating Lake Superior ?

First thing I would recommend before departing is a 30watt fixed Radio.
Your hand held is really only good for about 3-5 miles transmission.
With the type of cruising you are planning, a good vhf...
Forum: Electronics 03-30-2013
Replies: 9
Views: 356
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: shore power question

http://www.defender.com/large/201654_l.jpg
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 03-28-2013
Replies: 11
Views: 387
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Going to a smaller wheel?

The folding wheel might be an option while at dock or the hook.
It is very simple to remove as well, but a pain to store.
Would not want to reduce anything while underway.
I know exactly what you...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 03-28-2013
Replies: 29
Views: 1,227
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Lake Michigan and Huron levels historic low

It is very popular to blame a lot of the lower levels on the St Claire Dredging. I can't tell you how many times I have heard this. And yes, it has not helped.

My counter to this is the fact that...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 03-27-2013
Replies: 56
Views: 2,895
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Totally inadequate chain

Hahahahahahaha!!!
I found the right chain for your anchor!
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u224/sailortjk1/b5_zps0c221ef9.jpg
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 03-27-2013
Replies: 56
Views: 2,895
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Totally inadequate chain

Well, I was to fool who tried to open the link and I was denied access by my work computer. Must be some more good nautical stuff on that page. :)
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 03-26-2013
Replies: 26
Views: 1,188
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: sailing has changed my life

You want to get close to God? Go sailing.
(Is that a life changing experience?)
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 03-26-2013
Replies: 24
Views: 846
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Beginner in a Macgregor-Venture 25 on Lake MI

No not at all. Anytime on the water is a good time.
South Branch there is not a lot to see, but once you get North of say Roosevelt Road it is very cool. You are right down in it and you can...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 03-26-2013
Replies: 24
Views: 846
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Beginner in a Macgregor-Venture 25 on Lake MI

Are we talking Western and the River?

1. Your not going to raise and lower your mast and sail in the river. At most it is what 300 feet wide? And the bridges downtown are a block or two apart. I...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 03-26-2013
Replies: 24
Views: 846
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Beginner in a Macgregor-Venture 25 on Lake MI

What is the attraction to launching on the River?

I can think of many other ramps I would rather use than launching on the River, motoring up the River, and locking through to get to sailing...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 03-26-2013
Replies: 24
Views: 846
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Beginner in a Macgregor-Venture 25 on Lake MI

Have a buddy that sailed his Venture 25 out of Michigan City.
He was very careful not to push it when things pipped up.
I sent him an email, he should be along to help out.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 03-26-2013
Replies: 156
Views: 5,221
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Mostly singlehanded...what lines should I run aft?

Jib Sheets (pretty obvious), Jib Furling Line (obvious again), Traveler, Main Sheet, Vang, In-Haul, Out Haul, (Furling Main Sail), Asymmetrical Tack Line, Asymmetrical Sheets.

Our Main and Jib...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 03-25-2013
Replies: 156
Views: 5,221
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Mostly singlehanded...what lines should I run aft?

Comments like these don't help your position.





DRFerron is right, carry on.
Forum: Islander 03-25-2013
Replies: 27
Views: 751
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Someone's giving me an Islander 24'

That's the right attitude. Go for it. It will all buff right out.
No need to worry about the mold or the leaky chain plates or god for bid the hole in the deck. Splash some bottom paint on and drop...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 03-25-2013
Replies: 63
Views: 3,923
Posted By sailortjk1
Re: Show us your home port!

Eldean's Ship Yard; Lake Macatawa Michigan connected to L Michigan via Man Made Channel

Finest Marina on the Great Lakes!

http://eldean.com/Photo/Marina/1b_marina.jpg
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