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windwardde
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Joined: October 20, 2011 12:20 am
Topics: 6 / Replies: 161
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Shortyfox, Thanks so much for the speedy reply and for the knowledge. I was hoping that this didn't take another set of parts or pieces or "tracks". A...

2 years ago
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Pete I am in 19963 - Milford, DE

2 years ago
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Jgregs A neighbor has a Mystere and has stopped using it in favor of another boat. It needs hull work, but has good rigging and a straight mast. PM me...

4 years ago
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I have adhesive backed Eva foam on my sunfish deck to hide a spider cracked area that I repaired, but didn’t want to gel coat. It has held up over 3 y...

4 years ago
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Just saw this on ebay: br /> I know very little about these inflatables

4 years ago
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That gin pole will come in handy. Aquarius has been great for me and I have learned quite a bit on the owners forum. Have purchased NOS sails, both jo...

5 years ago
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Good luck They are great boats, and once you get past the VERY Heavy mast, the rest is a breeze - pun intended. I love my 15

5 years ago
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+1 on Jalex comments. I have a smaller boat, but having beach wheels has made a world of difference. My boat is only 350#’s but with ice chest and oth...

5 years ago
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I used hydro turf on my supercat and on my sunfish deck Has held up on the sunfish for 3 plus years and still looks great and no loss of bond with the...

6 years ago
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+1 to Dogboy’s response Had the same issue with my Supercat and this forum gave me that same advise and it works very well.

6 years ago
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Yes, I would remove tramp and take into a sail shop. If easily removed, I would also take in a piece of extrusion, or measure the ID of the track very...

6 years ago
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I suppose it could also be a cracked track, that might be hard to see when filled with tramp, or even empty.

6 years ago
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I’m surprised that this happened on an old/existing tramp. Is it new? I had this happen on a new tramp for my SC 15 and had to have the bolt rope sewn...

6 years ago
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My read is that yes, there are different sand types and the sand that is more "sharp edged" packs better. Having said this, our (bay) beach gets very ...

6 years ago
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Tony So I know just where you are taking those lessons as my wife and I did the same thing - oh so many years ago. Right next to the Boy Scout docks -...

6 years ago
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You can also use tether lines going forward and aft, to keep wheels in place when the downward pressure is off. Even a line from axle going aft to cro...

6 years ago
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how to ensure a good repair on the separation between the side and top of hull. I assume use a lot of resin and inject from inside and outside then cl...

6 years ago
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A Super Cat 15 will meet the length requirement. It will sail two well enough, three will be crowded and performance will suffer. There is plenty of b...

6 years ago
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JohnES wrote: turn them inside out, put them in the washing machine with laundry soap and some OXY-Clean.... use warm water... take the our and rinse...

6 years ago
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Also not 100% sure what you mean by curved portion of rudder, but my advice matches Damon’s. If at all possible, sand/lightly grind down inner of cast...

6 years ago
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So far it’s lasted over a year on a boat that’s uncovered and exposed to the sun 24/7 Tanumpower1 - I know the weather is nice in FL, especially this ...

6 years ago
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Thanks Windwarddle! I found some other threads, and it seems that the smooth is used a lot as well, suggesting it is durable. Hey, did you use the 3M ...

6 years ago
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Cannot help on the Nacra or Falcon question, but if you want to (or end up) go(ing) with the diamond cut, I can tell you that I applied it to my Super...

6 years ago
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Yes, was in that earlier thread. I have sailed regularly with our Bichon. She has a PFD and wears it well, without issue. She isn’t a fan of me pullin...

6 years ago
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We have always sailed with our dog. Previous was a 50# lab and now a 15# bichon. Both wore jackets and they came in handy several times Many good sail...

6 years ago
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I have a fiberglass box for storage. I had the same issue with dampness and it kept me from using the box for continuous storage. I only use it while ...

6 years ago
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+1 on the Gil short finger pro gloves. I don’t like the full finger style at all. Personal preference. Forwardwip harnesses, light Until you get a fav...

6 years ago
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Please don't discount the Supercat (15 or 17). Fine to sail and right with one person if you practice it. Big hulls, that make it hard to pitch pole ...

7 years ago
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303 Aerospace Protectant So I was not aware of this product. The reviews on Amazon are amazing. Question for you - On Amazon, they state to not use i...

7 years ago
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