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Part of the issue with beamy boats is that as they heel, their underwater shape changes dramatically, both in 'new' lateral plane center and in a very exaggerated assymmetry of null shape as the...

I don't think Joshua Slocum knew how to swim. But he only sailed around the world by himself!

The ad copy says brass not bronze. Is there a terminology issue here? I'd do bronze but not brass. Then again, it says 'cast' which is more likely a form of bronze. Can somebody educate me on...

When I sail, I view my whole world as a fantastical adventure! It's what drives my dreams and my choice of boat. Sometimes I've sold the dream short and enjoyed myself anyway. But deep down sailing...

Those colors are 'warmer' and here in the heart of the Salish Sea--anything warm always helps!

Somehow this makes me think of that thread that "must never be mentioned again" and was pulled. At first blush, I'm thinking she'll be a brute to steer---as long as the rudder shaft holds up anyway!

The picture is pretty. I like the unstayed advantage. But look at what happens when that sail is lowered-- the spar/yard/gaff is longer than the boom and the battens are now coming down pointed at...

I'd have to agree regarding the freeboard. I tend to sketch low freeboard boats, but what looks 'really good' to my eye on paper is generally pretty low in actuality I think. It IS possible to have...

His book, "Ranging the Maine Coast" is one of my all time favorite cruising books. I'd love to see a bit more info on the Hotspur as well.

If the Albacore is the same thing that I had, (i.e. a mini-Thistle), I don't think I'd convert it for beach cruising/camping. Tooo rolly-poly tender. Otherwise than that, I'm in the same place. ...

Russ, that's a pretty strong endorsement for a wood stove. What didn't you like about the propane one? (besides installation issues). How much chimney height do you have and is soot on deck an...

Does anybody burn coal anymore?

Tom, this is an absolutely beautiful picture. You've done many over time but I'd hang this on MY wall!

I was thinking it was Sheila by A Strange but it looks a bit bigger. Can you confirm this one for me?

Indeed!

I have always admired and appreciated the Energy 48! I still do. Anyone know the last time she changed hands?

Good territory. I'm assuming you're coming from Juneau as is in your info? If everything works right, you might be able to do it that quick but I'd allow more time. Besides, I'd really just WANT...

Wonder if he's gonna have a 'no blackwater discharge' policy in his pond......

Cool! But I was hoping he could pedal drive while in the water too....

Actually, it's folks like you that keep the average boat owner age 'down' as low as it is in the mid-fifties range! Thanks! Otherwise the numbers would be even scarier!

It seems to me that the triangular board leaves little to no bearing for support in the case. Everything will depend on the robustness of the pin and wear will be excessive. I'd at least make it a...

Soccer, kickboxing, etc, etc take up a family's extra time and cash. Wages (inflation adjusted) are lower than 20 plus years ago. Houses are more expensive and time consuming. Disposable income is...

What design is this? Reminds me of a Golden Hind 31 but I don't think that's what this is.

Actually, that's not a bad idea. You could probably use a spray on truckbed liner system for the interior along with a few strategic, um, scuppers....

Heyyyy! C'mon now. That's what every well dressed wooden boat sailor wears these days. Where ya been?

All too often, dodgers and cockpit protection are an afterthought to a boat design. I've seen some that complement the boat and some that hurt my eyes. I'd like to see pics of nicely done,...

Like many, I really dislike the whole infernal combustion engine thing. I really cringe at the underwater compromises (drag from shaft, strut, saildrive, rudder aperture, whatever!). Unlike, New...

Kim, I suspect we view boats much the same way. Headroom is not our priority. Appearance always looks better with a low freeboard and house up to a point. Sometimes it can be overdone and too low....

I loved the Red Herring from the first time I saw pictures of her! Might be a touch more extreme than I'd want but it is pure sex!

Kim is one of those lucky guys who has a mooring.....

It appears to me that with the board so far aft, entry to the cabin could be difficult unless you are planning an offset companionway.

That's my kind of boat! I'll be watching. Tell us more about it dimensions, layout, etc etc.

I noted in one picture that I saw, that there were two opening, flush hatches in the bow. Bow line gets handled easily by going forward in the cabin and opening the hatches. Probably helps with...

I grew up with an A. R. True 18' Rocket sloop. It wasn't particularly sleek, there was the year the transom got replaced. The centerboard trunk always leaked a little. Bailing was the first thing...

Thanks for the correction. Please excuse my gaff....:D

Maybe a Rhodes Evergreen 33 or 36?

(my totally non-professional .02 cents)

I'd estimate the centerboard needs to come aft a bit more (or rig forward). Probably a foot to a foot and a half shift aft for the centerboard. It will...

Well. If ya've got a few discretionary dollars, I'd highly recommend this. http://www.pacificcatalyst.com Not my business but I did do a few weeks as relief skipper last year.

I would tell you that the Chesapeake will have conditions every bit as hazardous and challenging as anything the PNW can throw at you. In my limited experience, that is. James makes the point that...

I think the link is bad....

If you want a real nice way to 'see' what Alaska has to offer, I can't think of a better way. It's totally non-touristy, rustic, but not, memorable.

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Sometimes when you're camp cruising, you eat foods that otherwise might be totally unacceptable. I still have an inexplicable fondness for Spam and spaghetti-O's with Franks or Meatballs. (I know...

Jay, clarify if you would, there were NO fastenings at all, i.e. planks glued to the frames, or first layer mechanically fastened normally with the second layer, only, having no fastenings. This...

Good question. Probably more technical than a picture-drawer like myself would know. I'm thinking for boats in the 25-33' loa. 5000#-10000# displacement. Where are the practical lower limits of...

So from time to time (daily) I doodle another new design cartoon. Occasionally, I find one that is worth taking a bit further. Along about that time I begin to think about hull construction...

Methinks the McMullen Gospel travels ever further....

I wonder who you could talk to around here about doing that? Some places it's not illegal to ask and pay a John for all the pretty girls he can offer. I think there is even a forum where men and...

Bingo! I've been looking a lot at small boats these days, moreso with the introduction of SCAMP and fed by threads such as the Barkley Sound photo essay. Cockpit comfort is too seldom addressed in...

I totally love the whipstaff steering! It does appear to take up a lot of internal space though which is precious space.

This is an interesting perspective. "would not have been possible" is not really true. The Dry Tortugas were 'found' often and regularly before the advent of electronic navigation aids. It's true...