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  1. YachtForums, Apr 1, 2004
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    I'm testing Avatars on the site, prior to uploading new banner ads coming from Westport, Lazzara, Westship, Hatteras and others.

    If you have an Avatar, go ahead and upload it. If the system cavitates, I'll work on it until the props hook up.

    Carl
  2. fish, Apr 8, 2004
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    worked fine for me Carl, thanks.

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  3. YachtForums, Apr 8, 2004
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    Hi Fish!

    Thank you for uploading your avatar. Nice to see you online. Where have you been?

    Carl
  4. fish, Apr 8, 2004
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    work has been getting in the way of more enjoyable things. Heading to the bahamas next week though, will take camera and post anything that might be interesting.

    fish
  5. YachtForums, Apr 11, 2004
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    I see John B. turned his Azimut into a pocket picture. Looks nice. What about the rest of you guys?

    If you need help, e-mail me a picture you want to use and I'll convert it and upload it for you.

    Carl
  6. alloyed2sea, Aug 17, 2004
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    My favorite "dictator"!

    Which to choose? :D

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  7. YachtForums, Aug 17, 2004
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    The many faces of responding to questions under pressure, or absurd questions that have to be addressed diplomatically. Personally, I like the game show host picture (your avatar)! :D
  8. YachtForums, Aug 17, 2004
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    Nahhh... I take that back. I like the... "we're this close to finding "Weapons of Mass Destruction" picture.
  9. alloyed2sea, Aug 17, 2004
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    Real message,...

    ..., was how big Iraq's, er,.., ah,..., well, never mind.
  10. AMG, Aug 22, 2004
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    My present Avatar is a design I made back in -98. She is not built and has until now remained in the deep of my computer. Sometimes I wish all designs remained unbuilt a couple of years to see if they will stand the time. Today I think this one could still be built without regret... ;)

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  11. YachtForums, Aug 22, 2004
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    Stand the test of time? That design is timeless! Easily one of the best looking yacht's I've ever seen.

    You've struck a balance of all the desired elements. A covered flybridge (that doesn't look like an after-thought), a raised pilothouse with an aft-deck, and a main deck that ties-in and supports the overhead structures harmoniously. In particular, I like an expedition bow that blends into a euro-transom. And someone finally made the windows flow with the structural elements. You've even incorporated a sunroof into the the hardtop! Simply outstanding work!!

    I think this design would not only stand the test of time, it's destined to become an industry standard. I hope one of the manufacturers on our site picks up on this and contacts you. :)
  12. AMG, Aug 22, 2004
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    Thanks a lot! Anyone is welcome of course, the GA is in place as well... :)
  13. YachtForums, Aug 22, 2004
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    By the way AMG, you're automatic e-mail notifications are being kicked back to our server with a "550 mailbox unavailable" error. If you can correct this from your end, great. Otherwise, disable auto-notifications in your user profile.

    Thanks!
  14. YachtForums, Aug 22, 2004
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    One more thing...

    Do you have any more artwork on this, like deck lay-outs? If you can put a short story together about the features, proposed equipment, hull design, etc., I'd like to make this a front page story on YachtForums.
  15. alloyed2sea, Aug 22, 2004
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    A triple-decked "Expedition" yacht - how timely, yet timeless.
    Yes, that is an extremely relevant design.
    Would you build aluminum or steel?
  16. AMG, Aug 23, 2004
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    Thank you for asking, I have not really thought of it but I think you can build her both in steel, alu or GRP.

    As she is intended to be a displacement yacht cruising 12-14 knots, I would suggest a steel hull including main deck, and a composite superstructure on the two top decks. That will give strength, good weight distribution and "no-blister" maintenance... ;)