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And that vessels under sail are treated as though under power. I had to come in under sail in my Snapdragon several years ago. W 6...

Which is why, when I sold Jissel, the bill of sale had words to the effect of as seen and approved.

Well, you could always try and grade your better half's Lady Maths...

Me too :LOL:

If the companionway steps are alight enough to prevent me going out that way, It's more than a kilo of powder is going to deal with...

Honest guv…….its the choice of anchour that’s holding me back!

This is a trap. When I buy a new chart I immediatly download the whole chart on all my devices.

This is the internet. The fact that you aren't qualified to comment is exactly what makes you fully qualified to comment. The only...

Unless the standing rigging is seriously defective, the risk is minimal. I wouldn't do it, but a rigger goes up masts so often that it's...

Interesting that fire extinguishers are no longer required. I've often wondered about the effectiveness of small dry powder...

I did a similar job on the Lazarette cover of my Snapdragon, which was about 2' square. I used a couple of pieces of roughly 20mm square...

I've heard many a story of wives who are reluctant to let hubby buy a boat, but not so many where she wants the boat and he doesn't...

Being a good Yorkshireman, I'm allergic to marina fees on the S coast. Besides, we both prefer a quiet anchorage, and will happily...

Absolutely. My 3.5 OB would push the Snappy along at a 4-5 knots, the 28hp (yes, I know, but it was free when I needed a new engine)...

Big +1 A boat you can single hand is a big bonus. Being able to get out when Madame (my preferred crew skipper) wasn't available gave...