Black Panther
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Angela decorated the main cabin and invited the girls over for dinner.
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Be careful out there. I ordered some nice jewellery for my wife and a new code 0 turned up.
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1 minute ago, Jon said:
Plus boats and crews in organised events tend to be much better prepared
Not sure I agree with that, but I have have no direct experience of a rally other than my natural inclination is to avoid them. Anecdotally I seem to meet a lot of newbies who think going in a group makes them safer.
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That's an interesting one. IMHO too many people are counting on this. " we have a route planner so we will avoid bad weather". True, until it isn't.
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In 1979 the fastnet
In 1979, it was the climax of the five-race Admiral's Cup competition, as it had been since 1957. A worse-than-expected storm on the third day of the race wreaked havoc on the 303 yachts that started the biennial race, resulting in 19 fatalities (15 yachtsmen and four spectators).
In 1998 the sy Hobart
The 1998 Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race was the 54th annual running of the "blue water classic" Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. It was hosted by the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia based in Sydney, New South Wales. It was the most disastrous in the race's history, with the loss of six lives and five yachts.
And our own one
In 1994, four sailors lost their lives and at least four cruising boats were destroyed when what has become notoriously known as the 'Queen's Birthday Storm', between November 20-30, hit a regatta fleet unexpectedly. The conditions were similar to the recent incident as to wind strength and wave height.
And others.
My question: is the next one overdue or are they a thing of the past?
Got to admit the upcoming rally around NZ seems a possible candidate. ( Disclaimer: I don't know any of the boats or people entered and really hope I'm wrong)
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I think I'll just stay off grid.
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Yes 021 760 621
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I have never considered the engine much use as a tool for safety. I have once in 50 years used an engine to move away from a reef when becalmed. Other than that nothing comes to mind.
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Do people honestly motor into strong headwinds?
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Hi Gary, message sent.
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Cheers
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Anyone can pm me a contact? I've lost it, might have some work I can refer. Thanks
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This kind off the next step up. if you like idea and want to increase your skill set, then do it. If you are happy day tripping around the Gulf, well that's good too.
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Cool, a closer kick off point for east cape?
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7 years without tv. Happy Happy.
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No problem as far as Tauranga. Allow say 3to 4 days. But then next stop is Gisborne. At least 2 days nonstop, then another overnighter to Napier.. then add days waiting in Tauranga for decent weather. Remember the most dangerous thing on a sailboat is a calendar.
Doable yes, enjoyable yes. But don't rush it.
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We put it at the 1st spreaders and it increased reception by about 1 bar. Less than advertised and not very well built. We've now gone a different route.
Offers, koha?
We paid $500 but an offer above zero would probably work.
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I've got one but been thinking of pulling it out. Never run the engine that much.
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Mooring still attached
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My worst ever was a tampon wrapped in a paper towel ( after my lecture about what goes in the loo). Had to use a saw to remove the exit hose.
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I was there this morning, no sign of any boats ever having been on the beach.
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On a good day I could block something 3x that diameter
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The next yachting disaster
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I have a small step ladder to reach the main boom.