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I took what will probably be my last sail of the season yesterday. I had two thoughts that I would like to share.
1. Anything that is sold as "marine" should float.
The night did not start out well. I was trying to reattach a stand-up block on the genoa track when I slipped and the block was launched by the spring and is now at the bottom of the river. Yes, I should have tied it to the boat before starting. But for the price of "marine" gear shouldn't EVERYTHING float?
Edit: Ok, Ok. Anchors and other ground tackle stuff should not float.
2. I am sure that after dark is absolutely my favorite time to go sailing.
It was just a great day out, even without one of the genoa blocks. I got to try my cheapo painters-pole-whisker-pole and I was really happy with the results.
I started with very light wind so I thought it would be a great time to try out a dead run without much risk to my person if (when) I accidentally jibe.
Some time after dark the wind shifted and I was able to take the pole down and make about 4.5 to 5.0 knots on a close reach back to port.
Perfect weather, perfect sail choices and great way to end the season.
Losing the block was a small price to pay.
Thanks to everyone on sailnet for all the helpful advice. It has been a great season!
Scott.
1. Anything that is sold as "marine" should float.
The night did not start out well. I was trying to reattach a stand-up block on the genoa track when I slipped and the block was launched by the spring and is now at the bottom of the river. Yes, I should have tied it to the boat before starting. But for the price of "marine" gear shouldn't EVERYTHING float?
Edit: Ok, Ok. Anchors and other ground tackle stuff should not float.
2. I am sure that after dark is absolutely my favorite time to go sailing.
It was just a great day out, even without one of the genoa blocks. I got to try my cheapo painters-pole-whisker-pole and I was really happy with the results.
I started with very light wind so I thought it would be a great time to try out a dead run without much risk to my person if (when) I accidentally jibe.
Some time after dark the wind shifted and I was able to take the pole down and make about 4.5 to 5.0 knots on a close reach back to port.
Perfect weather, perfect sail choices and great way to end the season.
Losing the block was a small price to pay.
Thanks to everyone on sailnet for all the helpful advice. It has been a great season!
Scott.
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