Topic: Discussion / Sailing from San Fran to Monterey

half moon bay is tricky. be sure to stay in the channel.

Topic: Discussion / Capsizing in a 22 footer

I used to sail weekly on an O’Day 24. The best way to learn is to just do it.

Topic: Discussion / Capsizing in a 22 footer

Hi Dick,
I sailed for several years on a 23’ Pearson, the ubiquitous Santana 22, J24’s, and many years on dinghies on the bay.

Start easy, know how to reef. Coming out of alameda you have a wonderful, flat water, nice breeze playground between the city and alameda. Get to learn your boat there, then you can start to go up to the SF side of the bay bridge, stick your nose out, and if too much, turn right back or run down around the N end of Treasure and back.

Take your time and you’ll have great fun. The catalina should be fine as long as you don’t push too hard too fast.

Know how to operate your keel, and keep the main hatch boards in when out in strong wind – if you do “broach” and put the boat on it’s side, at least you’ll keep water from downflooding into the cabin and sinking the boat.

Wear PFDs and have a portable VHF preferably attached to you in case you do get in trouble.
Have fun!

Topic: Discussion / Capsizing in a 22 footer

Hi
Check out this organization
http://www.sfsailing.org/

Topic: Discussion / Capsizing in a 22 footer

This time of year between the storms is a good time to get experience as wind is lighter that other seasons ( except for the storms).
A couple of precautions from a 24 ft sailor that has experience on Catalina 22s.
1 DO NOT FORGET TO LOWER THE KEEL!!!
2 Even on a calm day if you go out the gate a little DO not go south of the South tower.
Also if your out and the wind and waves are getting a bit much, duck behind Angle Is., into aquatic park or Hyde st pier area.

Just be careful and always have a VHF radio to call for help all boats monitor ch 16 and you can hear about ship traffic on channel 14
And wear the PFDs you are required to have!

Topic: Discussion / Capsizing in a 22 footer

Todds advice is definitely the way to go. But if you feel that you have the basics down, my best advice for you is to go out on a nice comfortable day with winds no stronger than 10 knots and see how you feel, see how much your boat heels, and see if you feel comfortable. With a 22 footer heading out to alcatraz, you’re definitely going to notice how choppy it gets and you’re going to want to make sure to keep a good eye out for tankers and tourist cruise ships so that you don’t get blindsided by their wakes. They can cause some pretty big rollers, especially for a tiny 22 footer. But if you’ve sailed before and you head into them then it shouldn’t be anything too serious. Also, many times the predicted wind speeds (which you should check before you go out) are way less than what is actually going on out in the bay. Sources have said 5 to 10 knots before and I get out there and it’s really blowing 15 to 20, with gusts in the mid to upper 20s. This could have a huge impact on your “planned” sail and enjoyment level, especially with a 22 footer. Basically, the only way you’re going to know is by going out and giving it a shot (depending on exactly how beginner you are). While on the smaller side, you’re not the only 22 footer out there. And if you get into some trouble with winds that get too big and you feel uncomfortable, then just head up wind and you can either reef your main, pull your jib in, or just loosen your sails all the way, motor into the wind and bring them down. I hope my advice doesn’t get you into trouble. Just go out on a nice calm day (with at least one other sailing partner) where there’s just enough breeze to fill your sails and go as far as you feel comfortable. Good luck!

Topic: Discussion / Capsizing in a 22 footer

Dick, it sounds like you might be a beginner so before you go out on the bay where it can be quite windy with tankers coming and going I would recommend taking a lesson at Club Nautique

Their Basic Keelboat class will teach you enough to take your 22 footer out on the bay safely!

Topic: Discussion / Capsizing in a 22 footer

I’m new at sailing and have a 22ft catalina in alameda should I have a fear of tipping the boat over how big of wind would do this in sf bay thanks and I would like to sail around alcatraze should I worry about tiping the boat over or getting knock down. thanks

Topic: Discussion / Clipper Cove Newport Sailboat Raft Up!

We are organizing a raft up in Clipper Cove on October 24th and 25th of 2009. All Newport sailboats are welcome to join us for tall tales and good times. Please contact Craig at fungod@gmail.com for more info.

Topic: Discussion / Sailing from San Fran to Monterey

Hi Mike,

I do a casual daysail to Half Moon Bay. Then from Half Moon Bay I depart well before daylight (say 3am) to make Monterey in the afternoon (it’s roughly 65nm from HMB to Monterey). Another option is to do HMB, Santa Cruz, and then Monterey. Or just do it in one overnight shot.

The hops are short enough that you can find a good weather window (provided you’re willing to wait) most times of the year but if you’re taking time off from work then I’d probably go for either late April/May/June or September/October when the chances of a good weather window are higher.

Todd
http://sailsugata.com

Topic: Discussion / Sailing from San Fran to Monterey

I want to sail my Bahama 25 from San Francisco to Monterey to get some new sails at the used sail warehouse there. Any tips from experienced sailors would be appreciated. What is a good time of year, how long should it take, stopovers, etc.

Thanks

Topic: Discussion / Windandtides for the iPhone?

I would be completely interested. I’ve got a few local tide apps, but nothing for the wind (safari, but it ain’t that great).

Topic: Discussion / Windandtides for the iPhone?

I am checking the wind all the time on the iphone by just using the browser. Would be nice to be able to click and go right to wind speed without having to scroll around. I am for it!!!

Topic: Discussion / Windandtides for the iPhone?

I’m curious how many users would be interested in a version of windandtides for the iPhone/Ipod touch?

Topic: Discussion / Met Site on Angel Island

I believe it is on the south west side near the windmill.

Topic: Discussion / Met Site on Angel Island

Does anyone know the location of the meteorological site that reports winds for Angel Island? Is it at Blunt, or over around toward Knox?

Topic: Discussion / Bottom Paint Recommendations Wanted!

The best one I have used for low non race boats is Trinidad SR, 2 coats performed well for 2 years.

Topic: Discussion / Bottom Paint Recommendations Wanted!

Was wondering what kind of bottom paint people are using on the bay? We’ve used Petit Trinidad on our Hans Christian 38 for the past eight years to good effect. However, I’ve just had all the paint removed to apply an epoxy bottom and it looks like there are many sub $200/gallon paints out there that might do the job just as well?

Thanks,
Todd

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Topic: Discussion / Rigging Heaters.........Where to put it???......

I am going to put a heater in my 27ft sail boat. Does anyone have any recommendations on which brand or type, and where to mount it? Does anyone have a used one for sale??

Topic: Discussion / Un-freezing a Schaefer genoa car: any ideas?

Try soaking them in Marvel’s Mystery oil. You can get it at Kragen’s. It really is a wonder. What’s left over, dump in your engine. jnfrey@yahoo.com

Topic: Discussion / Un-freezing a Schaefer genoa car: any ideas?

2 things to try:

• add a healthy amount of white vinegar to the water, it does a great job of eating away mild corrosion and calcified salt crystals.

• If I were starting from scratch I would set them on their sides (dry) and spray some WD40 as close the shaft and bearings as I could so that it runs down into the bearings. Keep reapplying every few hours until you’re able to get them to roll with a little force.

-Todd

http://sailsugata.com

Topic: Discussion / Un-freezing a Schaefer genoa car: any ideas?

I have two Schaefer twin sheet lead genoa block that wont turn. They slide on the T-track just fine, the pin stops work great, and they look like new. But they don’t spin. I’ve had them soaking in fresh water for a few days now, but no luck. Any ideas?

Topic: Discussion / Marine facilities with maps

I just came across this site on the web:

http://www.activecaptain.com/OTW.php

which looks like it might be a promising new way to lookup marine facilities in the bay!

However, for a more current and very up to date list I still like boatingsf:

http://www.boatingsf.com/facilities_index.php

-Todd

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