Yup, very lucky. Howie has actually been awesome in supporting these long out of production boats. I couldn't believe how forthright, up-front and g...

This is not unusual for many recreational items. See bicycles and bike parts for a perfect example. Most of these industries went to "just in time d...

I know, but their kit quote for my boat was equal to or very close to what Whirlwind charges. That would be the best way to build one yourself, but t...

Incredible hurricane - like a giant tornado passing close by - nothing for us in Houston/Galveston, but our brethren in Louisiana and East Texas sure ...

Awesome write-up. Thanks a ton; that's why I visit this site so much; it's active and there's a ton of knowledge to be had from good people. Half a ...

Indeed, I did drag that up and is why I selected the sail as its very close. The luff isn't given, nor the foot. I'm guessing that is inferred/speci...

Thanks guys - yup, tramp was going to come off anyway. Trees are my biggest concern, looks like. Thanks guys. Looks like it's going to get rough

Nah, the pole swings back automatically, so needs to be something else...

Wow. I thought I was just really not with it when, after a capsize I had a tougher time getting back on. I climbed my DS assembly, BTW. However my ...

I'll re-orient the "bale"; didn't know what to call that piece - now I do. Got good at taking out and re-setting rivets... Plus, I have a second boo...

You know, I never studied a 16, embarrassingly. And been around a TON of them. Powers of observation; lacking... 🙂

Loose-footed - yes. I can't think of a beachcat that isn't, now that you bring that up... Ahh, thanks! Yeah, was considering the aft bail/strap whi...

True, but on my Hobie, there's no metal to metal contact, except for the gudgeons, which are stainless. The rudder casings/castings have delrin bushin...

If you can get a repair done from inside and outside, it's much stronger. Plus, inside glassing doesn't have to look super pretty - just neatly layer...

Yup. Recommended for the beach. I made myself some stainless ones, but to be honest, I kind of cringe using them sometimes for just that reason. No...

Looks like point/pressure cracks, like from weight from above while the boat was on the trailer. If you can't get to it from the inside (access port)...

I got some of this Alumalite stuff from a local sign supply/billboard supply house. Bought some "damaged goods" for substantially cheaper: br /> I u...

Actually turned out rather "swell". Had to add velcro wraps on top and bottom, but the covers also have elastic cords sewn into them I leave tied loo...

Here's what I ended up with. I just made sure they were made out of sunbrella type material and if a logo had to be there, it pertained to sailing:

When I opened my hull to do a repair job, I found an unopened gatorade from circa 1995...and, gross... Old screwdriver and pliers.

Funny you should mention pool noodles... That, with a custom cover was my next move. Found some ready made covers, though. Not perfect, but looks l...

Went by West Marine and they had self-branded ones that were really rugged, but I just can't bring myself to have that advertised on my boat for some ...

Not "luggage covers" , but luggage RACK covers, like these used for surfboards:br /> They seem to be pretty tough, velcro on, can slide up and have t...

Ditto for EP, and I'm the second owner of this older laminate sail. Sent me a patch of material for a batten pocket for free after validating the sai...

Probably...

Here you go - br /> br /> It's "for a NACRA", but I imagine it'll work or could be modified, perhaps.