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Forum: Monohull Sailboats

14-08-2018, 13:07

Replies: 263

Potential Buyer Asking for a "Test Drive"

Views: 24,222

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: Potential Buyer Asking for a "Test Drive"

:thumb: Thumbs up to this post. I've never been a seller, only a buyer. But I would never consider investing in a boat without seeing her run under sail and under motor. I would suggest to ask for...

Forum: Anchoring & Mooring

17-07-2018, 10:05

Replies: 46

Are these chain joiners OK?

Views: 11,871

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: Are these chain joiners OK?

FYI - got word back quickly from Osculati on their BLL of their connecting links and it seems they are strong. Not sure on corrosion resistance. For compatibility with the gypsy, I'll probably go...

Forum: Anchoring & Mooring

17-07-2018, 05:12

Replies: 46

Are these chain joiners OK?

Views: 11,871

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: Are these chain joiners OK?

I was just researching this exact same thing after seeing a failure - be warned of corrosion issues on these links. I'm considering the Crosby one already mentioned, Osculuti which I found written...

Forum: Marine Electronics

20-06-2018, 11:59

Replies: 19

Help finding simple marine LTE solution

Views: 3,483

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: Help finding simple marine LTE solution

+1 on the Wirie Pro. Wifi extender and Cell booster with a simcard slot as well as optional GPS tracker (but need data for this to continue uploading). Had it on the back of the boat for a year and...

Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean

23-10-2017, 19:47

Replies: 89

Thornless Path - 2017/2018

Views: 20,604

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: Thornless Path - 2017/2018

Go explore Matt! Let us know where you guys decide to go.

Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean

22-10-2017, 14:32

Replies: 89

Thornless Path - 2017/2018

Views: 20,604

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: Thornless Path - 2017/2018

Half way down the thorny/thornless path already (yes I know it's a little early!). Bimini had some dock damage, but no problems to clear in there.
Crossed Bahamas bank to Bird Cay picking up a nice...

Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean

22-10-2017, 14:19

Replies: 9

Turks and Caicos murky water

Views: 3,102

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: Turks and Caicos murky water

So I was able to get some local knowledge. Post hurricanes the water was milky, now it just looks "sandy/cloudy" so it's improving but still a bit of a crapshoot with a 7'3". I will stage at French...

Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean

22-10-2017, 05:57

Replies: 9

Turks and Caicos murky water

Views: 3,102

Posted By TravelingAussie

Turks and Caicos murky water

Hi all, we arrived in Turks and Caicos last night and we're planning to head east across the banks tomorrow to stage before crossing to the DR. I've never been here before so I'm surprised how...

Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany

19-10-2017, 15:01

Replies: 87

The New ActiveCaptain

Views: 13,600

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: The New ActiveCaptain

Jeff is active on the Facebook group working hard to solve any issues users are having. I am grateful for the service ActiveCaptain provides and will continue to use it

Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures

30-09-2017, 05:38

Replies: 4

Convert Euro boat propane system to US/ABYC

Views: 1,689

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: Convert Euro boat propane system to US/ABYC

Thanks for the advice. In the end this is what I did - went to a hose supply store, in this case "industrial hose" and had them cut off one end of the hose and replace it with a US propane fitting....

Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures

26-09-2017, 19:53

Replies: 4

Convert Euro boat propane system to US/ABYC

Views: 1,689

Posted By TravelingAussie

Convert Euro boat propane system to US/ABYC

Hi all, I have a 2014 European Beneteau now in the US and I want to convert the current Euro propane setup to US/ABYC spec - adding US tank, regulator and solenoid. I need advice on how to approach...

Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean

20-08-2017, 22:23

Replies: 22

2-weeks in Bahamas

Views: 4,415

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: 2-weeks in Bahamas

Hi Gaucho. I just got back from a 3wk trip, Abacos->Eleuthera->Exumas and we draw over 7'. Our impression was Abacos were great with some village type atmosphere whereas the exumas were a little more...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

05-07-2017, 13:02

Replies: 12

bavaria 56 tender garage

Views: 5,583

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: bavaria 56 tender garage

An option to consider is an F-Rib which still gives you the rigid bottom but folds into three pieces

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

09-05-2017, 16:40

Replies: 16

Davits for a 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45

Views: 14,175

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: Davits for a 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45

Thanks everyone for the suggestions so far. I know the beam on the Oceanis 45 is 14'9", but does anyone know the width at the transom?

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

07-05-2017, 23:14

Replies: 16

Davits for a 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45

Views: 14,175

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: Davits for a 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45

Hi David, thanks for the link. Looks like these ones max out at a 11' beam unfortunately. I've been taking a look at the Atlantic Towers Arch more closely as an option.

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

07-05-2017, 23:11

Replies: 16

Davits for a 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45

Views: 14,175

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: Davits for a 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45

Hi Freshman, thanks for the suggestion and I have inquired with a dealer now. They don't seem very familiar with this option but are investigating. That would be great if you could share some...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

29-04-2017, 10:22

Replies: 16

Davits for a 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45

Views: 14,175

Posted By TravelingAussie

Re: Davits for a 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45

Did anyone ever find a good option for davits or arch for the Beneteau Oceanis 45? Thanks in advance.

Forum: Meets & Greets

20-03-2017, 13:28

Replies: 15

Hello From Very Landlocked Colorado

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