Those Who Sail Nude...

Shu · 12-09-2008, 13:24

I used to live in an area near a nude beach and it was common to see people sailing nude in the area, although not in the marina areas. I have also seen a few who would sail nude in the Southern Calif. area. In some sailing magizines there are occasional articles about someone finding nude sailors in the Med. Or Caribbean.
What is the general consensus of the boating public on this?

ornery39m · 12-09-2008, 13:35

Yes we do!

SilentOption · 12-09-2008, 13:42

I think nude sailing is a fine idea! We have taken extra precautions to remove all sharp edges or anything else that might not be compatible with bare skin.

Reality Check · 12-09-2008, 14:16

Do people actually sail with clothing on when away from the marina??? I mean in any reasonable warm place... I'd probably not in the Arctic.

Actually most people attempt not to be what could be called exhibitionist but the line is not firmly set. Comfort is king. Limits do exist as far as exposure and too much sun is not a comfortable thing short or long term. Most would rather not offend anyone but if your sailing into a mooring where most or some of the people appear nude... do not expect them to cover up just for you...

In the Carib you generally will not see significant open nudity in large mooring fields but while sailing it is very common and generally accepted in a European style...

Don't expect to see many center fold types... just comfortable "real" people.

rtbates · 12-09-2008, 14:33

I find doing anything remotely physical, other than sex, to be very uncomfortable in the nude. I wouldn't want to whack my member on a shroud as I scampered forward or to sit on it as I plop down to attend to an anchor. I'd find myself having to spend more time trying to keep my penis out of the way than getting things done. I guess I could do what the bush men do and wrap it in some kind of enclosure and tie it up to my waist. Naw, I think I'll stick to wearing shorts and bathing suits.

rwhit323 · 12-09-2008, 14:53

I have spent over 25 years in the USN flying surveillance flights over the Med and Carib. And we see lots of sailors (male and female) in the nude. My only advice is this: remember your picture will end up on some wall, some where to be to be admired. So if your shy cover up when you here the aircraft engines approaching.

stevensc · 12-09-2008, 14:55

Sail nude!? I've got enough problems with the dermatologist burning cancers off of my arms, head, and hands I don't need him squirting liquid ntrogen over my "private parts" or God forbid lopping off an inch or two! Won't be much left.
Steve

TexSail · 12-09-2008, 15:08

My friend who runs catamaran tours in Negril, Jamaica has some nude cruises. Like another poster said, just everyday folks. Ditto the sunblock comment.

bottleinamessage · 12-09-2008, 15:09

I tried it once and the results were disasterous. Sailors screaming "I'm blind, I'm blind" while trashing around their decks with some falling overboard. I still have nightmares.

Shu · 12-09-2008, 15:29

I gotta tell ya, nudity won't bother me any. I was on the nude beach when I saw those sailing nude. I am in the San Francisco area now and liberal as it is here, it's just too cold most times for that type of recreation. I was mainly interested in how wide spread it is in the sailing world. I am aware of the nude crusies, and that there are no, or damn few model types, just the same folks you see at the local groceries.

Pelagic · 12-09-2008, 15:57

Like most things worth enjoying, moderation heightens your appreciation and while tailing a winch, watching Uranus scribe across the horizon is not my idea of bliss!

Chuck Baier · 12-09-2008, 16:09

Here is a pretty good example, have a look

05_13_73.JPEG (image)

Maine Sail · 12-09-2008, 17:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chuck Baier

Here is a pretty good example, have a look

05_13_73.JPEG (image)

Now that's some bad trim... I mean sail trim!!

Shu · 12-09-2008, 17:32

Truly a pirates dream...a boat load of booty!

SilentOption · 12-09-2008, 17:38

"whack my member on a shroud as I scampered forward"

Now that's funny as hell. I was trying to remember when was the last time I scampered anywhere. Oh... and the whack my member part was funny too.
Honestly, what a crack up. I may have to use your line. I'll pay you off in beer if ever we should meet.

12-09-2008, 13:24	#1
Shu Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Currently San Francisco Ca. Boat: Down East Yacht, 42' Danser Nu Posts: 86	Those Who Sail Nude... I used to live in an area near a nude beach and it was common to see people sailing nude in the area, although not in the marina areas. I have also seen a few who would sail nude in the Southern Calif. area. In some sailing magizines there are occasional articles about someone finding nude sailors in the Med. Or Caribbean. What is the general consensus of the boating public on this? __________________ Nothing scares me. I've raised childern!

12-09-2008, 13:42	#3
SilentOption Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 282	I think nude sailing is a fine idea! We have taken extra precautions to remove all sharp edges or anything else that might not be compatible with bare skin. __________________ 11.21.2009 request at help desk to close acct. PW chgd, notifications removed. DOB 04.08.1960

12-09-2008, 14:16	#4
Reality Check Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: West Indies, Now live aboard as cruiser/ voyager often with guest/ friends Boat: s/v Reality Check 36' Bene Posts: 491	Do people actually sail with clothing on when away from the marina??? I mean in any reasonable warm place... I'd probably not in the Arctic. Actually most people attempt not to be what could be called exhibitionist but the line is not firmly set. Comfort is king. Limits do exist as far as exposure and too much sun is not a comfortable thing short or long term. Most would rather not offend anyone but if your sailing into a mooring where most or some of the people appear nude... do not expect them to cover up just for you... In the Carib you generally will not see significant open nudity in large mooring fields but while sailing it is very common and generally accepted in a European style... Don't expect to see many center fold types... just comfortable "real" people. __________________ I prefer a sailboat to a motorboat, and it is my belief that boat sailing is a finer, more difficult, and sturdier art than running a motor. --- Jack London

12-09-2008, 14:33	#5
rtbates Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 642	I find doing anything remotely physical, other than sex, to be very uncomfortable in the nude. I wouldn't want to whack my member on a shroud as I scampered forward or to sit on it as I plop down to attend to an anchor. I'd find myself having to spend more time trying to keep my penis out of the way than getting things done. I guess I could do what the bush men do and wrap it in some kind of enclosure and tie it up to my waist. Naw, I think I'll stick to wearing shorts and bathing suits. __________________ Randy Cape Dory 25D Seraph

12-09-2008, 15:09	#9
bottleinamessage Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Temporarily a C.L.O.D in Velcro Beach Boat: Jeanneau, SO 42.1 "Far Niente" Posts: 235	I tried it once and the results were disasterous. Sailors screaming "I'm blind, I'm blind" while trashing around their decks with some falling overboard. I still have nightmares. __________________ I wish I'd done this sooner!

12-09-2008, 13:35	#2
ornery39m Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 1	Yes we do!

12-09-2008, 14:53	#6
rwhit323 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: jacksonville FL Boat: Catalac 9m - "Kellytime" Posts: 40	I have spent over 25 years in the USN flying surveillance flights over the Med and Carib. And we see lots of sailors (male and female) in the nude. My only advice is this: remember your picture will end up on some wall, some where to be to be admired. So if your shy cover up when you here the aircraft engines approaching.

12-09-2008, 14:55	#7
stevensc Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Thibodaux, Louisiana Boat: Monk 36 Trawler Posts: 423	Sail nude!? I've got enough problems with the dermatologist burning cancers off of my arms, head, and hands I don't need him squirting liquid ntrogen over my "private parts" or God forbid lopping off an inch or two! Won't be much left. Steve

12-09-2008, 15:08	#8
TexSail Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 188	My friend who runs catamaran tours in Negril, Jamaica has some nude cruises. Like another poster said, just everyday folks. Ditto the sunblock comment.

12-09-2008, 15:29	#10
Shu Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Currently San Francisco Ca. Boat: Down East Yacht, 42' Danser Nu Posts: 86	I gotta tell ya, nudity won't bother me any. I was on the nude beach when I saw those sailing nude. I am in the San Francisco area now and liberal as it is here, it's just too cold most times for that type of recreation. I was mainly interested in how wide spread it is in the sailing world. I am aware of the nude crusies, and that there are no, or damn few model types, just the same folks you see at the local groceries. __________________ Nothing scares me. I've raised childern!

12-09-2008, 15:57	#11
Pelagic CF Adviser Join Date: Oct 2007 Boat: Van Helleman Schooner 65ft StarGazer Posts: 1,587	Like most things worth enjoying, moderation heightens your appreciation and while tailing a winch, watching Uranus scribe across the horizon is not my idea of bliss!

12-09-2008, 16:09	#12
Chuck Baier Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Where ever the boat is. Boat: Marine Trader 34 Posts: 2,140 Images: 57	Here is a pretty good example, have a look 05_13_73.JPEG (image) __________________ To boldly go!!

12-09-2008, 17:32	#14
Shu Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Currently San Francisco Ca. Boat: Down East Yacht, 42' Danser Nu Posts: 86	Truly a pirates dream...a boat load of booty! __________________ Nothing scares me. I've raised childern!

12-09-2008, 17:38	#15
SilentOption Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 282	"whack my member on a shroud as I scampered forward" Now that's funny as hell. I was trying to remember when was the last time I scampered anywhere. Oh... and the whack my member part was funny too. Honestly, what a crack up. I may have to use your line. I'll pay you off in beer if ever we should meet. __________________ 11.21.2009 request at help desk to close acct. PW chgd, notifications removed. DOB 04.08.1960

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