Crew finder websites

[Matt]

Hello Forum,
This is my first post. Sorry if what I’m asking is common knowledge.
Can any of you give me advice about using crew finder websites?
I found this one and a couple others by Google searching. I am most inclined to trust this one (although that is based only on the possibly shaky premise that I enjoy reading PBO and YM magazines so it’s probably OK).
My question is: are these sites good places to look for sailing opportunities?
Really I am thinking ahead to next season now.
What are the common pitfalls of using forums to find sailing opportunities on other people’s boats?
Are there any things that I could do to increase my chances of finding pleasant sailing trips to be part of?
What have your experiences been?
Thanks for anything that you can tell me.

 

[Mark-1]

What are the common pitfalls of using forums to find sailing opportunities on other people’s boats?

None. I've sailed with a fair few people I didn't know from Adam including a couple from YBW and so far everyone has been wonderful.

Are there any things that I could do to increase my chances of finding pleasant sailing trips to be part of?

Always wash up.


If you're in the Solent area you could consider:

http://www.channelsailingclub.org
http://www.ashdownsailing.org.uk

 

[eastcoastbernie]

Hello Forum,
This is my first post. Sorry if what I’m asking is common knowledge.
Can any of you give me advice about using crew finder websites?
I found this one and a couple others by Google searching. I am most inclined to trust this one (although that is based only on the possibly shaky premise that I enjoy reading PBO and YM magazines so it’s probably OK).
My question is: are these sites good places to look for sailing opportunities?
Really I am thinking ahead to next season now.
What are the common pitfalls of using forums to find sailing opportunities on other people’s boats?
Are there any things that I could do to increase my chances of finding pleasant sailing trips to be part of?
What have your experiences been?
Thanks for anything that you can tell me.

I have no experience of crewfinder websites, but I know that if you post on here looking to crew, skippers appreciate information such as your age, sailing experience, location, availability, smoker/non smoker. There are many boat owners, including myself, who will offer crewing opportunities, but they like to know something about the would-be crew first.

 

[Halcyon Yachts]

If you want to crew on some delivery trips next year, and you are suitably experienced, then please feel free to register on my site.

Regards

Pete