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Search for oil needle valve and you shall find a few options to fit the thread dimensions. For example...

Absolutely! Too high a risk of chaff in an area mostly out of sight.

Won’t you just crush the “tubular bowsprit” the first time that serious strain is put on the forestay - eg upwind in a strong breeze...

Could I ask that anyone considering scuttling their boat fitted with ST30 winches, removes them first and gives them to me after the...

That was just a temporary measure while he fixed his mast head light from the dinghy. You can see him in the cockpit as he works the...

Scuttling would be easy on a boat that size. Just cut the hose on the smallest seacock in each hull. It will be a slow death, but death...

I interpret your 100% claim, as probable as it likely will get with current technology, trained and competent people. Which is still...

Great post, thanks.

All my sailing is solo multi day. Wait till I'm tired enough then 30 minute cycle of check everything go below and place my phone next...

I'll risk an answer, of sorts. In 17 years voyaging I only entered Biscay once, and that was to inspect for damage after striking a...

I have never met a skipper worthy of the name that delays action on something like a dodgy harness attachment point.

I’m not considering the process for Volvo 70 - I am very unlikely to skipper one and be responsible for the crew. I am however...

That’s interesting in a concerning way. I wonder if they would fair better strapped atop a danbuoy in a MOB situation?

Thank you. I know full well that my chain is heavier than is needful, but I doubt if I could locate an 8 mm gypsy for my equally ancient...

Have you consider asking on the Bavaria owners website ? Captain trolleys still exists I think but it might be an inherent design issue...