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jac
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Long term boat project and family life, What (not) to do?
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Do not expect to be able to work both days at weekends and with your annual leave. I assume you have just one child but one parent will...
12 May 2024
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Do you want a boat or a project , if it’s a boat to use then. Work over time at work if you can’t then find a part time job . Save up...
12 May 2024
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I don't want to spoil your dream, but this kind of undertaking tends to either bond family members - or split them. Apart from the...
12 May 2024
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I've seen all sorts of odd wiring, including from the factory. I would fit a VSR to charge the engine battery. I would also fit an...
7 May 2024
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Cost to fit wind mast head unit and cable.
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Back to OP’s question - I just paid £144 for labour for two people for and hour to look at my wind instruments and fix a problem. I...
5 May 2024
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River Dart, Singlehander for Newbie
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The Solent has strong currents. Just have to work with them when cruising.
2 May 2024
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The view across Lyme Bay
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A bit of weather lore from a friend in Exmouth. If you can see Berry Head it's going to rain soon. If you can't see it, it is raining.
2 May 2024
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I am really enjoying the Met Office YouTube channel. Some really good content and loved how they highlighted the Andrew Neil tweet...
1 May 2024
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Cost to fit wind mast head unit and cable.
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Not done it myself but... 3 weeks seems optimistic for a "normal" 30 footer, let alone a heavy motor sailer
1 May 2024
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Calor conundrum
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I think a ot of that will come down to the type of sailing you day and availability of alternative supplies. If you carry a spare that...
23 Apr 2024
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What would typically be included with a used sailing yacht?
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Yes, generally anything screwed on / permanently attached should be included, but a detailed inventory is a must. Dinghy, outboard...
22 Apr 2024
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When you buy a boat you must not assume anything is included unless it is specifically included in the inventory. If its not in the...
22 Apr 2024
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Electric dinghy inflation pump
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I have a rechargeable SUP Pump. No idea how many dinghies i could inflate with it on one charge but plenty of juice in it. Expensive...
12 Apr 2024
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Inexperienced crew, yes or no?
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I’d flip your doubts around - if the trip/boat combo is not suitable for a 15 yr old to come along - should you make it at all? My...
8 Apr 2024
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Fenders and clove hitches
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Have only l;ost one fender and that was where it chafed through on the toe rail - My clove hitches ( and even those of my daughter) have...
8 Apr 2024
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