Just thought I would add some additional information as we now have 2 outhauls that have been in use for…
Hi John Apologies for the ill thought phrase.
Hi Mark, Thanks for the kind words. I can’t say I like your “holier than thou” clarification of others comments.…
Good article, John. But it seems to have invited a few holier than thou comments. Each to their own. There…
Hi Dick, I totally agree: https://www.morganscloud.com/2012/10/11/hermitage-newfoundland/ I contrast this to the guide job I did on a superyacht where we…
Hi Peter, John and all, There can be an un-intended down side for a cruiser to being too self-sufficient. With…
Hi Rich, I would probably quibble about some of AI’s conclusions, for example 10% terror/fear is way too high, at…
Hi Peter, Sure, an argument of “easier” can be made for any gadget. But it still adds a lot of…
A washer/dryer makes cruising so much easier! We finally succumbed on our recent J160 refit. The washer is quick, and…
Hi John, Your topic reminded me of an ancient Cruising World article that is probably lost in my “archives”…
Hi Drew, I feel the same way about them, too much clutter and complication for limited benefit.
The boat I bought ten years ago was from the SECOND owner who had failed to complete a refit intended…
What about Island Packet Hoyt booms?
Hi Nikolaas, That’s such a pain. I get so sick of hearing about companies that buy smaller ones, but don’t…
Such a great suggestion. I heard an insight recently that on a boat one’s “fight or flight” response to tricky…
Thanks for your input. Your staysail setup on your previous boat looks bomb proof! Nordic masts, the manufacturer of my…
Hi Iain, Good on you for being so self aware and not giving in to the idea that you must…
Hi Alastair, Great comment and one I completely agree with. There is nothing that improves our mental health more than…
Hi Jordan, Interesting question and premise, but you are basing it on the assumption that there is a positive correlation…
Good list