I've thought about a lifeline, but was sure what is the best way to do it. Where should it be attached on the boat and on me? How long of line shoul...

Thanks for the info.

I'm paying $60 per month in Santa Cruz for on trailer storage during the winter and on beach storage May-Oct. I was quoted $90 per month in Redwood C...

Out of curiosity, what mistake was made that ended in a broken mast plate? Bob

I'm going through the process now of preparing my Hobie 18 to allow me to handle situations solo. Seems like it is not just the normal sailing issues...

I certainly hope that you don't end up out their after dark. I crewed on a 35' boat back in the 80's that did the Marina Del Rey to San Diego race. ...

Here is the actual rule link from the coast guard: Edited by ramstadt on Oct 30, 2014 - 01:13 PM.

I look forward to reading about the trip. Unfortunately, I'm too far away and too new to the sport to go on this trip this time, but I'm hoping that ...

DamonLinkous wrote: Some beachcats do ok without the jib, but the Hobie 18 really needs it. Instead of leaving it off, learn to "depower" the sails by...

CatsailorMike wrote: just move everything like a normal tack and then move the rudders the opposite direction and hold the main to catch the wind and...

pbegle wrote: 90 lb crew Wow. I don't have anybody that light available to crew.