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Forum: General Sailing Forum 08-07-2022, 09:33
Replies: 7
Views: 1,336
Posted By defensible
Halyard Slap

Seems like a long, long time ago, I was able to purchase a plastic like device that screwed to the edge of my spreaders that helped prevent halyard slap. It had finger like protrusions that the...
Forum: Marinas 23-07-2018, 06:35
Replies: 9
Views: 1,920
Posted By defensible
Re: need a marina in punta gorda area

I keep my boat at Fisherman's Village during the winter but us usually filled up during that season. They probably have room in late summer and if you dock they might find you a place for the winter...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 14-04-2018, 08:43
Replies: 8
Views: 2,207
Posted By defensible
Wink Re: Keeping a boat out of state

Reminds me when I was going to college in Michigan in the "60's".
My home was in Massachusetts. Both states had the same law. At that time, I was driving a little Austin Heely Sprite.

I...
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 24-09-2017, 09:07
Replies: 0
Views: 859
Posted By defensible
Larger headsail for an Endeavourcat 30'

Does anyone know of someone that has fitted a larger headsail than the little self tacking sail that came with the boat?
Forum: Marinas 07-09-2017, 08:52
Replies: 0
Views: 2,650
Posted By defensible
Liveaboard Marinas around Clearwater, Fl?

Any suggestions for a place to spend most of this winter. I've spent the last couple of winters in the Punta Gorda area and thought I would try something different. Small Endeavourcat 30 with a 14'3"...
Forum: Our Community 09-08-2017, 09:17
Replies: 13
Views: 2,652
Posted By defensible
Re: Wife and I crew with you!

I keep an Endeavourcat 30' down in the Punta Gorda area November - May and would love to have you on board. Call me during that period and we can get together.
Five 1 Five Seven 7 one - seven seven...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 26-04-2017, 09:36
Replies: 71
Views: 26,835
Posted By defensible
Re: Clothing Optional Boating / Sailing in NY

Just Google "Clothing optional sail" and you find 3 or more ads for NY
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 25-04-2017, 09:07
Replies: 71
Views: 26,835
Posted By defensible
Unhappy Re: Clothing Optional Boating / Sailing in NY

I offered on my boat in Florida, but didn't have any takers
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 26-02-2017, 11:33
Replies: 0
Crew Wanted: Punta Gorda, Fl
Views: 908
Posted By defensible
Punta Gorda, Fl

Looking for help sailing my Endeavourcats 30 for day sailing and/or short trips. Experience not required chocho41@aol.com
Forum: Our Community 26-02-2017, 04:23
Replies: 25
Views: 5,213
Posted By defensible
Re: HELP PLEASE !!! -- I`m In FLA & NEED TO SAIL ! ! FOR $ & My Time is Limited here

It was a pleasure to have Steve on board Friday. I am continually looking for crew to sail with me out of Punta Gorda. It's extremely hard to single hand my Cat in and out of a slip with boats on...
Forum: Our Community 23-02-2017, 11:09
Replies: 25
Views: 5,213
Posted By defensible
Re: HELP PLEASE !!! -- I`m In FLA & NEED TO SAIL ! ! FOR $ & My Time is Limited here

I'm in Punta Gorda and willing to take you out about any time for free if the weather is OK. I have an Endeavourcats 30. Text 515 771 7727
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 26-12-2016, 08:40
Replies: 28
Crew Available: Is age an issue?
Views: 5,833
Posted By defensible
Re: Is age an issue?

I've crewed on three trips down the east coast to Florida since turning 65. I've got 4 stents and had a balloon angioplasty. After awhile you get to know your limits and the signs that things may be...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 15-02-2016, 12:22
Replies: 0
Views: 855
Posted By defensible
Unhappy Florida Mobile Marine needed

Can anyone recommend a service company on the Punta Gorda area? I've got a new to me catamaran that needs some work that is beyond my capabilities.
Forum: Crew Archives 29-09-2015, 09:23
Replies: 10
Views: 2,957
Posted By defensible
Re: Carolinas to Florida Oct-Nov 2015

Got your email reply asking for a call. Left a message with my phone and email address and never heard back so I am guessing that you found your crew.
Forum: Crew Archives 17-09-2015, 08:04
Replies: 10
Views: 2,957
Posted By defensible
Re: Carolinas to Florida Oct-Nov 2015

I'm an old guy (70+), but still can solo my Catalina 30 by myself. Have done two Cape May to Lauderdale trips in a 40+' Fountain Pujot. First time was all on the outside and second time we ran the...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 13-08-2015, 08:12
Replies: 5
Views: 2,061
Posted By defensible
Re: Boat needs to be hauled

Try Uship.
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 23-07-2015, 12:10
Replies: 9
Views: 6,432
Posted By defensible
Re: semi urgent help with Gemini drive leg

I chartered one with the same problem. Almost rammed a dock in Clearwater. Take your dingy around so you can see the locking mech. Have someone move it in and out of reverse until you can see what is...
Forum: Training, Licensing & Certification 11-06-2015, 13:13
Replies: 21
Views: 6,079
Posted By defensible
Re: Tortola vs Swain sailing Schools

Did my 101-104 at SW Florida Yachts when they were still at Punta Gorda, Fl a number of years ago. They have moved to a beautiful base at a hotel in Cape Coral. You might want to check in with them....
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 04-06-2015, 13:57
Replies: 49
Views: 12,300
Posted By defensible
Re: Prop wash and leaving the berth short-handed

Your diagram doesn't show one, but do you have a post or piling between your stern and the other boat? If you do, you would make sure the line that you normally run to your port stern cleat is extra...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 03-11-2014, 09:02
Replies: 2
Views: 1,532
Posted By defensible
SW Florida marina with mast up trailer storage?

I'm looking to find a marina, preferably with Charlotte Harbor access, that I could keep a Hunter 260 or similar boat on a trailer this winter. What I would like to be able to do is fly down from...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 18-05-2012, 13:10
Replies: 39
Views: 3,907
Posted By defensible
Re: A Dream, but That's About It!

Here's another idea for your dream. When you get ready to go on to school, look for one down south close to the water. Lots of schools to choose from. Then you can continue living on your boat and...
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