May 2010
Monthly Archive
Alternative to a Laser sailboat.?
admin 28 May 2010 | : That's The Spot, Where To Sail
I was thinking about purchasing a laser just to day sail in the harbor near my house. But I understand they are not to stable down wind. Is there another single handed dinghy that is about that length and more stable. I do want a one-design class boat.
the laser is a great one design boat as far as down wind stability it’s more of an issue about learning to control the boat down wind. with experience it’s not a problem.
take a look at the other sailboat classes that are activety sailed at the local sailing club or yacht club. it’s always a good thing to be able to race your boat locally and popular local fleets help to maintain the popularity of your sailboat.
other classes to look at include sunfish or you can look at bigger two man boats like the snipe class.
hope this helps
sailing directions california to new zealand?
admin 24 May 2010 | : That's The Spot, Where To Sail
to sail from california to new zealand would some one sail straight there or california to hawaii to australia then new zealand?
and how long would a trip like this take?
just wondering
and random question i have a dog how do they do on long trips?
thanks for the help
My son and I sailed from Sausalito, California (taking our time) to Whangaroa, New Zealand. The voyage took us 8,683 nautical miles, (10,000 miles) and 130 days, and we made landfall in 6 countries: … Kiribati, American Samoa, Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, and NZ, and a whole bunch of small islands.
I do not have any pet on my boat (though I have given it favorable thought). Most boaters I know that do have dogs, think it will be harder on the dog to leave the boating lifestyle then it will themselves. lol I have seen many… Man’s best friend seems to do pretty well on the open sea. You can even buy a canine PFD and lifeline.
Happy and Safe Boating,
John
could i buy holesail tires with a sails permit?
admin 23 May 2010 | : That's The Spot, Where To Sail
if i have a california sails permit could i buy tires at a holesail price?
first you should buy a dictionary so you can learn how to spell sales and wholesale.
How would these catamarans rank in performance?
Hobie Cat 16′
Hobie Cat Turbo 14′
Hobie Cat 17′
Sol Cat 18′
Prindle 16
I saw these on craigslist, and I’m aiming to buy one. Given that they are ready to sail and free of damage, which one would perform the best? By this, I mean I want something that’s fun, and not a hassle to rig. I used to race in FJs in 420s, but now I want to sail for recreation. Either way, I still want something fast! Thanks.
1 Hobie Cat 17′
#2 Sol Cat 18′
#3 Hobie Cat 16′
#4 Hobie Cat Turbo 14
#5 Prindle 16′
How do you go sailing and get new neighbors in Harvest Moon Tree of Tranquility?
Im in Year 3 of my game and Im married. But I Haven’t had no new people to come to my town. Also How do I Go sailing again? Please answer my 2 Ques. Thank you!
You must complete The Rainbow by the town hall (cant remember the name of the sprite). Then Chase, The Tailor Shop, and a ton more people will move in. You can also go to Toucan Island. To go sailing you still have to complete the rainbow.
What are the best sailing clubs in the world?
The sailing clubs that produce the best sailors who go on to win medals in the oylmpics and stuff.
The "best" club is the one nearest to you that matches your requirements.
I belong to 2 clubs in the UK: one inland (lots of wind shifts, changeable winds, close quarter manouvering, quick tacks and gybes) and one on a large estuary (steady winds, lots of boat speed needed, open waters). Totally different sailing.
One has 5 or 6 current or past National champions sailing each weekend (Burghfield)
The other has 1 or 2 past Olympic gold medalists sailing most weekends (Brightlingsea).
Neither can be called "better" than the other – just totally different.
Hobie Cat versus normal sailboat techniques?
I am an intermediate sailor, and I have a significant amount of experience on lasers, holder-14′s, and 20 ft keel boats. I am now feeling ready to buy my first boat, and have been struck by the speed of the hobie cats. What are the major differences between the two? Is the trampoline uncomfortable to sit on for an extended period of time? What length would be good to start for me? I have seen several 14, 16, and 18 foot hobies within my price range on craigslist.com. I live in Folsom, and so would be sailing on Folsom Lake, where (just guestimating here) the winds go anywhere from 10-25 mph on a lake with about a 4 mile diameter. I can’t seem to find a place to rent hobie cats in the sacramento area, does anyone know of one?
Thanks for your help in advance,
-Casey
All cats are notorious with being hard to tack ( bring bow through the eye of the wind).On a 4 mile wide lake & the high speed of a cat you will be tacking very often ( do the math).. Jibing around an option but hard on equipment. Doesnt sound like very much fun. Bigger water the answer.
How would someone get into the youth sailing olympics in the future?
Also, i started sailing at 13, im now just 14, is it too late to become a professional Sailor (and how would i become one?)
You’ll have to start sailing and getting into racing about now.
(most of the junior champions have been sailing since they were able to walk)
If you’ve never been on a boat before, I would look in your area for a sailing school. Once you get through there, try to find a youth racing league in the area.
To get to the olympics, you will need to be the best at every level, progressinbg your way through national championships.
Good luck.
Airplanes – bob ft hayley williams lyrics pt one
admin 10 May 2010 | : Interviews and Extras
Wow, What a Great Song, Check out b.o.b. ft. Hayley Williams from Paramore!
My husband has acquired a so called "Bomber" jacket. It is brown leather, made in Korea.?
admin 03 May 2010 | : That's The Spot, Where To Sail
The lining has a map of Europe detailing the Normandy Invasion, Gal. Eisenhower, Gal. Montgomery-21 Ar.Gr. Gal Bradley and Gal Dempsey. 6th June 1944, Planes, Parachutes and sailing craft at Utah, Omaha and Gold Beach. The hanging loop is a metal chain and there is a large leather label sewn under the loop, I can’t explain the detail embossed in the label. There is also a label with the letters ABLC. How do I find out more?
Like this for $35 ?
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37760113
