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Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 1 Week Ago
Replies: 27
Views: 865
Posted By vega1860
Re: Just bought a boat.

Heartfelt condolences.;)
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 70
Views: 3,346
Posted By vega1860
Re: Amuse me, sailing small boat offshore.

In five crossings between Hawaii and various points on the US Mainland from Sitka to San Diego, We often went two or three weeks without seeing another vessel or picking up an AIS return. The middle...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 70
Views: 3,346
Posted By vega1860
Re: Amuse me, sailing small boat offshore.

I think we met that guy at the patrol dock in the Ala Wai. An impossibly small boat! I wonder how he carried enough food and water.

(And people think WE are crazy) :confused:
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 15
Views: 1,022
Posted By vega1860
Rule One

The one rule of offshore sailing that absolutely MUST be observed at all times by everyone aboard is:

DO NOT FALL OFF THE BOAT!
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 12
Views: 400
Posted By vega1860
Re: High and low tide England

A couple of days ago we had a -3.4 ft low and a +19.1 ft high. Tides in SE Alaska are usually twice a day.

The video below illustrates. :o The first 1:30 tells the story of Sept 1st last year. ...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-12-2013
Replies: 9
Views: 570
Posted By vega1860
Re: Check out my sheet to tiller steering

We have sailed thousands of miles with nothing more than a piece of surgical tubing running from the tiller to a windward cleat.

"What! You mean you do not have to go out and spend a few...
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-12-2013
Replies: 8
Views: 256
Posted By vega1860
Re: Taking my cat to the islands

We cruised with our cat for many years. Unfortunately, she is no longer with us, but cats do very well on a boat. Just be sure to check with the local authorities at your destination.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-12-2013
Replies: 16
Views: 633
Posted By vega1860
Re: New to sailboat question

the first thing is to have a beer....

Next, know that one transmits a load while the other controls the direction of strain. :confused:

...then have another beer.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-12-2013
Replies: 28
Views: 931
Posted By vega1860
Re: Why do we run a jib sheet through a genoa car?

If I were not just beginning on my third pint (Alaskan IPA), this discussion would make my head hurt.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 04-12-2013
Replies: 273
Views: 21,907
Posted By vega1860
Re: Smackdaddy needs your thoughts/prayers

I have not been paying much attention to Sailnet lately. Prayers up for Smackdaddy and family. This too shall pass.
Forum: Cruising & Liveaboard Forum 02-14-2013
Replies: 56
Views: 4,591
Posted By vega1860
So far..

The best place we have found so far is SE Alaska. Granted, the weather ain't so great in the winter, but it really is not much different from the Pacific Northwest (Another favorite area) and much...
Forum: Seamanship 02-14-2013
Replies: 13
Views: 1,157
Posted By vega1860
Re: Details on this 'lost at sea' story?

Considering some of the boats I have seen people take off in from Hawaii, I am surprised that there are not more of this sort of story.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-30-2013
Replies: 136
Views: 6,579
Posted By vega1860
Re: Who from SailNet would you most like to meet in person?

Well, I would be happy to meet anyone from Sailnet. Problem is, I find myself in the most remote places most of the time. We are going to be in the PNW next fall though...I think.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-30-2013
Replies: 292
Views: 17,218
Posted By vega1860
Re: Newbe with no experience buys big boat

And then there are we lucky few who already have a wife who embraces the adventure (And who sometimes reads sailnet):)
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-13-2013
Replies: 4
Views: 308
Posted By vega1860
Re: Fun January Sailing

No fun sailing here this month. More enjoyment reviewing the videos from July and August.

SV Lealea
at the North Harbor
Petersburg, Alaska
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-08-2013
Replies: 25
Views: 1,438
Posted By vega1860
Wink Re: wrong color foulies?

A: If they keep you dry on deck they are the right color.

B: Don't fall off the boat.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-08-2013
Replies: 5
Views: 324
Posted By vega1860
Re: 2012 Olympic Sailing video

If it was meant as a joke, it succeeded. :laugher
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 01-07-2013
Replies: 5
Views: 324
Posted By vega1860
Talking 2012 Olympic Sailing video

Laura just showed me this. Hilarious commentary!:laugher

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Forum: There's This Place... 01-07-2013
Replies: 14
Views: 1,323
Posted By vega1860
Re: (Not so) Secret Spot in Hawaii

I did not want to come right out and say it quite that way but, yes, that is the way it works. Unfortunately.
Forum: There's This Place... 01-06-2013
Replies: 14
Views: 1,323
Posted By vega1860
Finding a Live-Aboard Berth in Hawaii

Yes, there is a site. I don't have the URL handy but you should be able to find it on Google easy enough under State of Hawaii, DLNR Boating.

As I recall from living in Hawaii for thirty years...
Forum: There's This Place... 01-06-2013
Replies: 14
Views: 1,323
Posted By vega1860
Re: (Not so) Secret Spot in Hawaii

Sorry we missed your post back in August. We were in an isolated cove on Baranof Island in Alaska.

The short answer is, your info is correct. There is no place to legally live aboard in Maui and...
Forum: There's This Place... 01-06-2013
Replies: 14
Views: 1,323
Posted By vega1860
Re: (Not so) Secret Spot in Hawaii

I don't think so. It's a state run harbor with a control depth of six feet and a total of 24 slips.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 12-22-2012
Replies: 4
Views: 360
Posted By vega1860
A Christmas Card from Alaska

From Petersburg, Alaska's North Harbor. Merry Christmas sailors!

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Forum: Cruising & Liveaboard Forum 11-20-2012
Replies: 103
Views: 5,651
Posted By vega1860
Re: Winter Moisture Control

I was going to respond but this about covers it.
Forum: General Discussion (sailing related) 11-19-2012
Replies: 21
Views: 1,226
Posted By vega1860
Re: /cry

We are headed that way (VT) next year, also on a trailer. Hope we have better luck.
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