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Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 27-06-2019, 15:15
Replies: 106
Views: 56,510
Posted By lfalco
Re: Origo Stoves have been discontinued??

Hmm. Not sure about drinking denatured alcohol! I get it next to turpentine in the paint section at Walmart!
My 2 burner Origo is from 1989 as is my boat. Never a problem. Sad to know they appear to...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 20-06-2019, 14:56
Replies: 92
Views: 15,409
Posted By lfalco
Re: I want to be a liveaboard

You rock Lepke!
Sorry to say I have no patience for “yachties”. It’s why I love this forum.
Get ready to never be bored. There’s always something to do, clean, fix, etc. it’s an awesome lifestyle....
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-03-2019, 05:15
Replies: 42
Views: 3,908
Posted By lfalco
Re: Rock concert on a sailboat!! Possible?

A potable running generator inside the boat is never a good idea for a hundred reasons.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 25-03-2019, 05:36
Replies: 41
Views: 8,316
Posted By lfalco
Re: Is liveaboard life still viable?

Well said.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 22-03-2019, 14:45
Replies: 89
Views: 20,211
Posted By lfalco
Re: Is there a Dingy that doesn't sink when rain water collects?

Thanks for spelling “Dingy” correctly! Let’s never forget that all-important “h”!
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 20-03-2019, 06:08
Replies: 87
Views: 10,071
Posted By lfalco
Re: Month 30 Expenses of Cruising and Living on the Boat

No comments, no heckles, just thanks for being so diligent in posting every month. I’ll be joining your ranks soon and this is all excellent info to get a jump on things and better ideas on what to...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 30-12-2018, 11:43
Replies: 98
Views: 13,428
Posted By lfalco
Re: Whats the RULES!!

This was all all very entertaining!
I need to re-evaluate my own rules!
We all should expound on this and write our own
CruisersForum Book of Official Boating Rules!
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 05-11-2018, 05:25
Replies: 12
Views: 2,479
Posted By lfalco
Re: Bought a new boat for keys and bahamas... what do I need to know

Welcome to the forum!
Even though it’s mainly sailing,cruising is cruising and living aboard is living aboard, sail or power.
While there are “a few” differences..
Check the Trawler Forum. Lots...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 31-10-2018, 06:57
Replies: 31
Views: 4,148
Posted By lfalco
Re: I want everyone’s two cents

Yep. Stock-up now on paper towels, Simple Green, trash bags, duct tape, glue l, flashlight and good hammer and never leave the dock without them!
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 31-10-2018, 05:31
Replies: 31
Views: 4,148
Posted By lfalco
Re: I want everyone’s two cents

I’m with mediator and JPA. A beater might give some experience but the pitfalls of such can be exhausting and give a bad taste for the cruising/liveaboard lifestyle.
As an older racing cyclist, you...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 27-10-2018, 07:12
Replies: 16
Views: 3,686
Posted By lfalco
Re: Amalfi Coast - by sea or land?

Have not done Amalfi by sea, but did drive from Rome to Naples and then to Amalfi. Completely spectacular.
Did take a boat to Capri. Beautiful but yes too pricey and crowded. Positano is awesome. ...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 19-10-2018, 14:52
Replies: 134
Views: 16,934
Posted By lfalco
Re: Why don't Cruisers Fly their National Flags?

I’m with steve77. Flying everywhere. Even have a spare. Yacht club flag on the bow, Stars and Stripes on the transom.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 19-10-2018, 14:46
Replies: 14
Views: 2,236
Posted By lfalco
Re: Landfall in New York!

Welcome to NY!
It’s always a major thrill in and out of NY Harbor. Even for a NY native like me (Brooklyn) now living in CT.
Something about moving past the Statue of Liberty. Makes all...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 19-10-2018, 14:31
Replies: 40
Views: 6,389
Posted By lfalco
Re: Month 25 Expenses of Cruising and Living on the Boat

Yes, yes, yes. Only a few more years until retirement. Kids are on their own(and not asking for money!) the dream is coming into reach!
This is all good info. Keep it coming!
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 19-10-2018, 05:48
Replies: 55
Views: 4,696
Posted By lfalco
Re: Advice for transporting my boat and myself to VA, USA

While we would all hate to say so, under the circumstances with limited resources and finances, try to sell quickly or donate. Sell the kayak and he off the water. There’s no way to stay on much...
Forum: Weather | Gear, Reports and Resources 12-09-2018, 05:42
Replies: 31
Views: 6,000
Posted By lfalco
Re: Preparation Tips for Hurricanes and Storms

Everything can be good advice if taken in the right context. I’ve lived through my share of storms and never take them lightly. We all know weather can turn from bad to horrible very quickly.
The...
Forum: Our Community 15-08-2018, 08:42
Replies: 51
Views: 7,275
Posted By lfalco
Re: To Rename Or Not Rename A Boat?

Re-name!
I wrote a blog about this several years ago at boatinginct.blogspot.com
Go for the fun of it!
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 14-08-2018, 09:08
Replies: 263
Views: 24,214
Posted By lfalco
Re: Potential Buyer Asking for a "Test Drive"

You’ve received some good advice.
I’m also in the process of selling my 28’ power boat. My requirements are, before a “test drive”, an offer, and deposit. No time for tire-kickers!
Forum: General Sailing Forum 06-08-2018, 05:47
Replies: 47
Views: 8,284
Posted By lfalco
Re: Can we talk? About some of the mundane...

This has been an awesome and very educational thread!
Thanks to all.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 11-07-2018, 08:47
Replies: 31
Views: 3,939
Posted By lfalco
Re: Best US boat show?

Annapolis is spectacular. Going again in October.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 09-07-2018, 05:11
Replies: 51
Views: 8,872
Posted By lfalco
Re: Wasp nest - unwelcome visitors!

Almost anything is good with spaghetti sauce!
Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 02-07-2018, 05:26
Replies: 630
Views: 98,207
Posted By lfalco
Re: Loss of KELAERIN Rescue of Crew June 2018

Truly a sad story which while reading did have me with a tear or 2. I’ve never been in seas so rough but have seen my share of rough conditions.
The CG is awesome and these 2 courageous sailors are...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 29-05-2018, 09:32
Replies: 43
Views: 5,905
Posted By lfalco
Re: Never ending to-do list

We overlooked everything! In the excitement of purchasing this boat, now 6 years ago, we bought it before we had a slip to keep it in, then scrambled to find one!
We did, and then dealt with...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 06-09-2017, 08:51
Replies: 81
Views: 14,111
Posted By lfalco
Re: Do most boaters not KNOW?

You're doing the right thing in preparing. Unfortunately, as someone said, people have higher priorities than securing their boats. Let's hope they get their more pressing matters together in time to...
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 06-08-2017, 08:16
Replies: 26
Views: 6,709
Posted By lfalco
Re: Fiji to New Zealand late October on Outremer 55L

Oh, the thrill of it all. So su$@s to have to have a job! Events like this are the things dreams are made of! Hurry retirement!
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