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jalex
@jalex
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Joined: May 8, 2013 12:20 pm
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Thanks guys, I'll give it a go.

6 years ago
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I bought a new main and jib 10 years ago from Super Sailmakers I have a main and jib from them as well and my Gcat sails like a new boat now

6 years ago
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Damon, I ordered from their website which looked very legit. I still have not heard from a real human but it looks like I will get my money back. I d...

6 years ago
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Just saw some reviews that make me think I made a bad decision. If I don’t hear back by tomorrow I’ll dispute the charges. Anyone got a nice used whit...

6 years ago
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6 years ago
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Why would you need to cut the ring? Just crimp the new bridle cables around the ring? Thats what I did the first time, but now I have a premade set

6 years ago
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Sounds expensive, I paid about 10% of that quote when I bought my H16 main from Ca. I had to ditch the largest batten though. Hub to Hub with a comp...

6 years ago
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is this on a stiletto? No, Gcat 5.7. Planning on making it a round trip so hopefully the return trip will be a breeze. If it turns out to be a one wa...

6 years ago
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Thanks guys, valuable info as always

6 years ago
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I just broke a Harken which is why I’m in the market. I have been happy with some of my Ronstan stuff, and Nautos is out of Brazil which has some res...

6 years ago
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Not a Nacra guy so don’t know those details but I have expieremented with different sized jibs on my Gcat 5.7 and the boat actually feels the most bal...

6 years ago
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First off, you have picked a great boat. The Prindle 18 is a great, versatile boat. Sail condition is a big thing for me. Ragged out sails quickly get...

6 years ago
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Thanks, just watched the first episode. Susrprised to hear Joe Walsh narrating.

6 years ago
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How much luck will I have tarping off my carport and using some space heaters? I hear cold concrete slabs really hurt these projects, but I really wan...

6 years ago
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6 years ago
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Thanks Brad, any suggestions for launch sites gulfside for Key Largo, or even Islamorada?

6 years ago
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My Hobie 16 and Gcat 5.7 are about identical rig times, and its pretty quick even solo. I sail frequently on my friends Supercat 20 and I am not envi...

6 years ago
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I actually own a Gcat 5.7, I am a 2 boat guy. The Gcat 5.7 sits on the trailer for out of town adventures and the Hobie 16 is my on the beach with the...

6 years ago
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Thanks guys, I really love the 16, it just doesn't make sense till me and my partner can get some weight off. I need simplicity and durability and no ...

6 years ago
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How much extra weight will the P18 handle? I’ve sailed them but never overloaded. Recommended crew weight is about the same as the H16. My H16 is a do...

6 years ago
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Thanks everyone, guess custom is the way to go. I’m in the Tampa area enough I’ll have them take my measurements and ship it. Then hopefully in a few ...

6 years ago
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The rivet is sort of cockeyed and half pulled, so a straight drill out will be hard. I’m really ready to get it back on the beach, never know how much...

6 years ago
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