There was a bit about this yacht on the local new tonight; she is moored in the Santa Monica Bay for the night on passage to the San Francisco...
This post has peeked my interest on several levels. First my choice of boats is likely a sail boat of say 50-60'. I have not sailed for many...
The Ermis2 is definitely not a sailboat but; WOW what a yacht!! Oddly enough I really like the speedy express boats and McMullan & Wing built a...
Well a bit later than I expected replies to come in however they are all welcomed. My thoughts in my original post are/were that a modern sail...
Well, I got the hot dog contest and baggy pants but the electrocution? I guess I have passed the threshold of "Old Fart" and I am under 50....
Your remarks are completely uncalled for, I was a joke son. Steve
You chaps of the Commonwealth sure have some unusual patstimes:D Steve
In the Los Angeles area live aboard often means the worst imaginable scow in the marina. There are many folks who do live aboard for the love of...
I have a 25 gallon vacuum oil extractor that can drain a many Cat C15's with out spilling a drop:D Actually many of the boats I have looked at...
Interesting comments here; as a prospective owner who is also concerned with the "real" cost to keep a boat. I am more than hands on; other than...
Hey Lars I prefer carbon spars as well, what would the aluminum mast have issues with? More weight and higher tipping moment ? Steve
That is a great question, I don't have anything in particular in mind. Glass boats that come to mind are Swan, Hinkley, Oyster, Baltic?...
If and I use the term as a possibility; if bladders (aircraft quality) were used in integral tanks, would this eliminate the general areas of...
That is quite contrary to my experience with aircraft. Yes a bit of prep for the install is in order but I have seen 20+ years of service....
It would seem like bladders would be desirable in these locations? Merely an observation. Steve
Thanks Loren, Do any builder use polly liners for corrosion control? I didn't mention the type of boat however, this would be a sail...
I have read these articles; thanks Good comments; I do have my own bias, I not tellin yet:D Steve
Not withstanding personal preference and issues like hull noise, can we have an insightful discussion on the unique care of each material? I...
That Lincoln is worth saving, the pictures don't show much detail however it seems to be all there. A rag top with suicide doors is a true...
Gives real meaning to the old term "land yacht" for Caddies Steve
