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Forum: General Sailing Forum 11-05-2017, 05:37
Replies: 66
Views: 20,900
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Sailing Across Lake Michigan

Here's my recipe for crossing Lake Michigan (https://www.sailfarlivefree.com/2012/09/our-recipe-for-crossing-lake-michigan.html).

It's a great crossing and very cool to be mid-lake with no land...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 21-03-2017, 10:27
Replies: 12
Views: 1,911
Posted By svHannabel
Re: What nav

The 86 series Garmin MFDs look really nice and function smooth from what I've seen at the boat shows.


Also, lots of good marine electronics info/reviews over at Panbo: The Marine Electronics...
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 14-03-2017, 08:38
Replies: 27
Views: 14,411
Posted By svHannabel
Re: 2004 Beneteau 473 (Tortola)

This would make my short list if it were here in the Great Lakes. I've been aboard a local 473 several times and there strike a good balance between space, sailing performance and budget for our...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 02-03-2017, 06:10
Replies: 21
Views: 3,285
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Outboards, Freshwater only ??

Also, there are some outboards made specifically for saltwater use that have some less corrosive parts, in some cases different paint, and dedicated flushing ports.
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 08-02-2017, 06:16
Replies: 49
Views: 8,377
Posted By svHannabel
Re: 35' or so, Great Lakes (Canadian)

Lots of good Great Lakes capable cruisers in that price/size range. I'll put in another plug for Catalina 34's/36's. Both are decent sailing boats with cruiser friendly layouts and readily available...
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 15-12-2016, 07:13
Replies: 33
Views: 8,116
Posted By svHannabel
Re: 30ish ft shallow draft in Florida

Cape Dory 30 in Punta Gorda: https://www.sailboatlistings.com/view/62641
Cape Dory 30 in Pensacola: https://www.sailboatlistings.com/view/62050
Bayfield 29 in Bradenton:...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 12-12-2016, 10:45
Replies: 35
Views: 17,484
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Flicka 20 too small for liveaboard?

Get on one and see for yourself. As a pure liveaboard, there are much better (and more affordable) boats. But if sailing, single-handing, offshore passages and "the smallest/simplest thing to get the...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 12-12-2016, 10:31
Replies: 36
Views: 9,085
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Trailerable, cheap, seaworthy for Newfoundland

A few to consider:

- Tom Thumb 24
- Albin Vega 27 (not sure these are "trailerable", but I've seen more than one on a trailer)
- Allegra 24
- Com-Pac 23
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 10-05-2016, 09:23
Replies: 43
Views: 15,613
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Center cockpits under 40ft?

Since the 9.2c is the frontrunner, how about the 11.0c or the newer S2 35cc?
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 04-05-2016, 05:26
Replies: 6
Views: 8,253
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Safe connection for 2 shore power cords

Yup, I'd actually say that's more common than shutting of the breaker where I'm from.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 03-05-2016, 12:37
Replies: 6
Views: 8,253
Posted By svHannabel
Safe connection for 2 shore power cords

Is it safe to connect two shore power cords (same amps) together without a watertight connector/threaded sleeve?

I've got a 50' standard 30 amp Marinco shore power cord and I'd like to attach my...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 03-05-2016, 12:22
Replies: 31
Views: 6,558
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Practical advice sought - kids safety and security

Pick up a cheap window/door alarm from Home Depot. They're about $5 each and can easily be removed when the charter is complete.

Something like this....
Forum: General Sailing Forum 13-04-2016, 12:37
Replies: 46
Views: 11,624
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Lazy Jacks - do I REALLY need them?

They're cheap and they work. And they make dropping the main so much easier. I still need to use sail ties to secure everything, but often this can wait until I'm back at the dock. Dropping the main...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 12-04-2016, 06:49
Replies: 18
Views: 3,907
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Universal M25 cuts out after 6 minutes.

I'd start with the fuel filters. Depending on which model M25 you have, there are likely either 2 or 3 fuel filters. Check/change the Racor (or other brand) filter and separator between the fuel tank...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 07-01-2016, 06:00
Replies: 16
Views: 4,825
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Thoughts on this boat as a dinghy

A few random thoughts:

- It would be nice to know the weight/passenger/hp capacities.
- Is the outboard plate made out of wood? Metal would be my preference.
- Looks like the middle seat is...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 06-01-2016, 06:34
Replies: 21
Views: 2,497
Posted By svHannabel
Re: What is this?

I think I know that boat, and if so, she isn't originally from the Great Lakes. In any case, I'm going with "ice cutter". I'm guessing that jagged edge would only work on really thin ice.

FYI - I...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 04-01-2016, 07:22
Replies: 73
Views: 17,388
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Which is a safer direction to head/turn when overpowered?

Generally if conditions allow, we'll turn up into the wind to bring the boat back up from a deep heel and make an assessment.

It sounds like you're talking about a short term, quick fix for a...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 15-09-2015, 06:52
Replies: 22
Views: 5,652
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Best charter company in bvi

How do you define "best"? Best boats? Best service? Best maintenance? Best location/facilities? Best value? Best prices? I'm not sure there's any one company that checks all the boxes but I bet...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 14-05-2015, 11:03
Replies: 5
Views: 1,490
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Charging batteries

As Mainesail warns in this post (https://www.pbase.com/mainecruising/installing_a_marine_battery_charger), it is not recommended to use an automotive charger on a boat, in case that's what you're...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 14-05-2015, 08:01
Replies: 108
Views: 14,494
Posted By svHannabel
Re: My marina was supposed to wash my boat... Painted it too what would you do?

I would simply return their call and mention that you don't recall requesting bottom paint and were never asked which paint you wanted applied. Ask if they have documentation of the request. They...
Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany 13-05-2015, 08:15
Replies: 17
Views: 3,193
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Truth or Perception

Just my opinions/likely choices if I were in your shoes:

1) I wouldn't choose my boat based on this. I've had both and think both are fine (with trade-offs) if properly rigged and designed.
...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 06-05-2015, 09:35
Replies: 56
Views: 7,766
Posted By svHannabel
Re: We are In Love!

Of those you mentioned, the Tartan 37 is probably the best (build quality, room, sailing ability, etc.) given good condition, but I'd be surprised if you find one for $20k.

While I like the...
Forum: Destinations 05-05-2015, 06:28
Replies: 34
Views: 6,697
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Living in the wild

Interesting idea. Probably not at all a legal possibility, but interesting none-the-less. I'm a bit of an islomaniac myself and wrote about a few uninhabited islands that you could potentially sail...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 04-05-2015, 10:37
Replies: 232
Views: 105,434
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Best Sailing channels on Youtube

Lots of good ones mentioned already. Here's a few others to consider:

s/v Catchin' Rays (https://www.youtube.com/user/kevtamus) - New and green, but entertaining.

Team Giddyup...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 04-05-2015, 10:25
Replies: 38
Views: 11,375
Posted By svHannabel
Re: Pocket Cruiser/Gunkhole express advice

How about this O'Day 25 (https://nmi.craigslist.org/boa/4998173688.html)? She checks most of the boxes, though I personally am not crazy about an outboard for use on the big lake when there's a swell...
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