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Old 11-09-2013, 14:33   #46
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Ouch.

I'd go with the rascal bit in the definition tho...

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Old 11-09-2013, 14:40   #47
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That's a bit harsh.... me Gran used to just call me a 'lovable rogue'...
I much prefer this definition, especially the "Rapscallion" part.


rep·ro·bate
ˈreprəˌbāt/
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noun: reprobate; plural noun: reprobates
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an unprincipled person (often used humorously or affectionately).
synonyms:rogue, rascal, scoundrel, miscreant, good-for-nothing, villain, wretch, rake, degenerate, libertine, debauchee; informal,cad;
archaicblackguard, knave, rapscallion
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Old 11-09-2013, 14:48   #48
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Funny how a video of me in 'Budgie Smugglers' playing with my balls can change an image so fast...

I used to be a 'nice guy..'
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Old 11-09-2013, 15:06   #49
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I am not going with a bunch of strangers. My crew so far consists of people I know well, and have sailed with on the Pacific ocean. I was just looking for a captain to join us. But thank you for the suggestions.
Wendi, sorry if anything I said was discouraging. I certainly dont want to discourage you from your dream. It's hard on this forum to know what each poster's particular knowledge and situation is for sure. Heck, We get posts like " buying a boat in july, want to sail off in the fall... never sailed but...saw this 45 footer for $10000...."
Most here want to help, but often you will get pretty straightforward, non softened statements. These are just tools to put in your toolbox to decide what and how to do it.
As mentioned before, anytime you put yourself on a "must do" schedule, it often ends with trouble, even in a boat you've had for years...
Did I read this wrong in your origianl post? "... I really need to secure ONE or more good crew who will get us across alive and smiling.
And if there is a Captain...."
That sounds like 2 or 3 unknown people to me....
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Old 11-09-2013, 15:06   #50
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Funny how a video of me in 'Budgie Smugglers' playing with my balls can change an image so fast...

I used to be a 'nice guy..'
It's the same old story. No one ever remembers all the wonderful things a guy does in his life but if he screws just one damn goat....
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Don't let naysayers deter you. You are on the right track and should do fine once you get a skipper.
I'm with Vasco, as wendi puts it - "she is buying a boat, and has sailed, and has much sailing experience, and is employing a skipper to deliver the boat, and will join the delivery trip, can't see to much wrong with that.
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You talk about getting some "learn to sail training" - implies little or no experience......
With respect, I didnt see LEARN TO SAIL training anywhere in the OP. just training. Big difference.
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Old 11-09-2013, 16:21   #53
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dont be downhearted,if i can build a catamaran shell from scratch,to sea going vessel in 5 weeks!
4 weeks is plenty to get a 2year old vessel ready for crossing the atlantic!
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With respect, I didnt see LEARN TO SAIL training anywhere in the OP. just training. Big difference.
With respect we got that, reread post 25 and 34 for example. Wendi's OP was interpreted to mean she didn't have much sailing experience by several including myself. It was misinterpreted because we assumed most experienced sailors generally don't seek further training. Jeesh, this is like talking to children.
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Wendi. Have a wonderful adventure! Only suggestion is having a plan B in case the boat requires more time for prep.
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Well done Mary Flower. A real answer to the actual question.

THAT is what this forum is about.
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With respect we got that, reread post 25 and 34 for example. Wendi's OP was interpreted to mean she didn't have much sailing experience by several including myself. It was misinterpreted because we assumed most experienced sailors generally don't seek further training. Jeesh, this is like talking to children.
I missed the part where Wendi asked you or we to interpret or assume anything.
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ASSUME = Making an ass out of U & ME ....

Good luck Wendi.
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It was misinterpreted because we assumed most experienced sailors generally don't seek further training. Jeesh, this is like talking to children.
It certainly is
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It certainly is


I thought her request was for 'someone to join them' preferably a skipper that could give some accredition on the way, was quite surprised she never got advice on 'brass valves'!!!! LMAO!!!
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