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Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 18-01-2020, 17:30
Replies: 79
Views: 26,550
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Explain to an idiot what spring lines are for

Hello,
A spring line is used for towing.
It is used to power the boat against the dock or to spring the stern out to leave a dock. These things are done in a commercial environment, but if your in...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 30-10-2018, 15:42
Replies: 15
Views: 2,122
Posted By Chas.7
Re: An introduction and an odd question.

Hello,
Thank you for your service to America. I would just open a bank account for your future boat. When it’s time to make that purchase you will have the cash. Your priorities may change.
Good...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 24-08-2018, 20:27
Replies: 896
Views: 66,991
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Rule 5 -- Is Single-Handing Illegal?

Hello,
I didn’t read all the replies. So someone may of said, it’s good not to have a Coast Guard license, and of course no accidents. Passenger vessels for hire must comply with the rules. If your...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 18-07-2018, 18:30
Replies: 125
Views: 17,371
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Life Raft for Coastal...Yes or No?

Hello,
I just want people to consider the danger. This should be based on all the conditions. The weather, the environment, the condition of the vessel, and experience of the captain and crew, and...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 13-07-2018, 08:30
Replies: 117
Views: 17,470
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Gun Laws for Canada

Hello,
I believe Bear Spray is the best choice. Very effective.
Here in Pa. a neighbor killed a bear because it was eating her chickens. She was arrested.
Good luck
Forum: General Sailing Forum 13-07-2018, 07:59
Replies: 117
Views: 17,470
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Gun Laws for Canada

Hello,
I believe you must take your gun to US Customs with proof you own it. They will issue you a receipt.
I also believe the only purpose is for hunting.
This will remove any problems when you...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 10-07-2018, 06:46
Replies: 125
Views: 17,371
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Life Raft for Coastal...Yes or No?

Hello,
The body will not create any appreciable heat in cold water. Warm clothing and huddling will give you the best chance of survival. Swimming will only kill you quicker.
Chas
Forum: General Sailing Forum 09-07-2018, 16:37
Replies: 125
Views: 17,371
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Life Raft for Coastal...Yes or No?

Yes,you are absolutely right.
Good luck
Forum: General Sailing Forum 09-07-2018, 16:05
Replies: 125
Views: 17,371
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Life Raft for Coastal...Yes or No?

Buzzstar,
He was a kayaker. Another kayaker trying to save him, but he could not hold on to the another kayaker’s paddle. If he had a PFD he may of lived up to an hour.
Most people do not consider...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 09-07-2018, 15:53
Replies: 125
Views: 17,371
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Life Raft for Coastal...Yes or No?

Hello,
He couldn’t hold on to the paddle because the blood leaves your arms and legs to protect your core. In minutes you can’t use your fingers. When I was working I would check the chart of life...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 09-07-2018, 15:21
Replies: 125
Views: 17,371
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Life Raft for Coastal...Yes or No?

Hello,
I know of a 46 year old man. He was in excellent shape. He fell into 46 degree water less than a half a mile from shore without a PFD. In 15 minutes he could not hold on to a paddle. He...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 05-07-2018, 18:30
Replies: 125
Views: 17,371
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Life Raft for Coastal...Yes or No?

Hello,
That should be PFD
Good luck
Forum: General Sailing Forum 05-07-2018, 17:01
Replies: 125
Views: 17,371
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Life Raft for Coastal...Yes or No?

Hello,
I would have a survival suit. If you can afford both get the raft too. North of Massachusetts the water is very cold. I doubt anyone would last 2 hours in the water with a PDF. In Eastport,...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 15-06-2018, 09:16
Replies: 211
Views: 25,441
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Using headphones on night watch?

Hello,
In my 30 years experience as a captain of the Staten Island Ferry. I believe clear dark nights are the most dangerous.
Good luck
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 06-06-2018, 16:41
Replies: 35
Views: 5,145
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Insurance Claim or No?

Hello,
If you're interested in the federal Coast Guard reporting requirements please look up USCG form 2692.
Good luck
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 06-06-2018, 15:31
Replies: 35
Views: 5,145
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Insurance Claim or No?

Hello,
I don’t know what your state requirements are about reporting this accident, but it does not come under the federal requirements. I would not report it to my insurance company. I would try to...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 06-06-2018, 10:19
Replies: 35
Views: 5,145
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Insurance Claim or No?

Hello,
I don’t know about the insurance claims.
Please clarify, both are sail boats under motor? When you say, he reversed, do you mean his vessel was moving astern? Was it you intention to pass...
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 29-05-2018, 14:12
Replies: 15
Views: 2,500
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Short Notice New Jersey Sailing

Hello,
I did not read all the comments.
I do not think you come under the Jones Act less you are in commercial trade.
I’m not a lawyer but I am an expert witness. Check with a lawyer if you are...
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 29-05-2018, 12:54
Replies: 15
Views: 2,500
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Short Notice New Jersey Sailing

Hello,
Make sure you listen to channel 13, 14 in New York harbor. You don’t want to meet a stern tow in the East River.
Good luck
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 28-05-2018, 23:15
Replies: 40
Views: 16,733
Posted By Chas.7
Re: How strong is a Cleat Hitch?

Thinwater,
It all comes down to a twisted line.
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 27-05-2018, 11:46
Replies: 24
Views: 4,111
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Southern ocean wave heights.

That ship was the FS411, a sister ship to the Pueblo. She had the same house design, its a two hatch coastal freighter with that modified house. I think it had a shallow draft. I was on a training...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 26-05-2018, 22:51
Replies: 24
Views: 4,111
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Southern ocean wave heights.

Hello,
I was once in a storm off Diamond Shoals at Hatteras on a tender ship. The waves were like mountains, the ship’s propellers came out of the water. Once the helmsman lost control of the bow. I...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 26-05-2018, 22:38
Replies: 24
Views: 4,111
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Southern ocean wave heights.

That ship was the FS411 177 ft. A sister ship to the Pueblo, with the same house design. She was originally a two hatch coastal freighter. I was on a training mission but we seem to by following the...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 26-05-2018, 22:25
Replies: 24
Views: 4,111
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Southern ocean wave heights.

Hello,
I was once in a storm off Diamond Shoals at Hatteras on a tender ship. The waves were like mountains, the ship’s propellers came out of the water. Once the helmsman lost control of the bow. I...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 26-05-2018, 18:39
Replies: 24
Views: 4,111
Posted By Chas.7
Re: Southern ocean wave heights.

Hello,
Based on studies, once a wave is 30% of the lenght of a boat your in a dangerous situation.
Good luck
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