Topic: Wanted / 4-6HP outboard wanted

I have a never used 3.5HP Mercury 2 cycle. Wt is 27.5lbs which is the big advantage vs 4 cycle. Price is $850 with custom stand and gas jug. Located in Monterey.

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: Wanted / Triton electronics

Recently restored Triton needing a compass, depth gauge, knotmeter

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: Services / FastBottoms Hull Diving

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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: Services / Terrible Rigger in Sausalito!!!!

Hello everyone I just want to get the word out that unless you want to be lied to, sold a faulty product and see some of the worst rigging work around don’t go to JP Boatworks is Sausalito. I hired him to make me a new back stay which he made too long, told me my hardware was no longer made so he could sell me more stuff and then sold me a faulty turnbuckle. Then when I took it back to be shortened down from 40’ to 39’ 1.5" (a job that would take 15 min max!) I was literally told to “Fuck Off” He is the worst sort of man and it is unimaginable how he managed to stay in business. I am taking legal action as he is now refusing to refund me my money or correct his mistake. I don’t understand some people. So look out if you need some rigging work done and steer clear of JP Boatworks

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: Services / Private Instruction/Deliveries

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Topic: Wanted / Need a couple of hours on your cabin cruiser!

Hello: I’m getting married at SFYC on 9/21 and am looking to arrive at the guest dock by boat. Charters are upwards of $900 which is simply too much for 1 to 1/2 hours (for a 32’ Grand Banks – which is just about perfect, because there will be 6 in our party – but there’s a 3 hour minimum)! I’m looking for a kind and fun owner who would be willing to join us for a brief adventure for the cost of fuel and then some. It would be a pick up and drop-off at the guest dock on the 21st from about 4pm to 5:30pm. We just want to have a glass of champagne, hang out in the Bay for an hour while our guests arrive, and get dropped off in relative style (and a few toots of the horn If you are that person or know anyone who might fit the bill, please e-mail me at macdaddyo@att.blackberry.net. No harm in trying! Thanks, John