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Forum: Navigation 15-09-2021, 09:49
Replies: 141
Views: 23,741
Posted By kelbylinn
Wink Re: Seen various people say to never use a phone/tablet for navigation. Why?

It really not a question to me of "either/or" when it comes to chart plotters and Ipads, etc. I have the usual Garmin Chart Plotters, one at the pilot house and one on the flybridge which is my...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 09-10-2020, 08:45
Replies: 10
Views: 1,315
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: A good Reputable Broker in South Central Florida

Andrea Gaines. 1-860-391-2943
A.ganes@essexboatworks.com
Located in Naples, FL
Excellent service and also top notch delivery captain
Forum: Powered Boats 10-07-2020, 09:29
Replies: 14
Views: 1,931
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: maintenance for trawler kept in slip

We leave our 49' Krogen Express for a longer period of time when boat is in Florida. We attempt to have the following done:


1. If AC's are left on, Clean AC pump strainers weekly or monthly...
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 16-09-2019, 07:33
Replies: 206
Views: 42,965
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Drinking Water from watertanks

We use Aqua Mira treatments in our two 75 gallon tanks. They treat 60 gallons of water for long term storage. Never a problem with odors, taste, or anything after 10 years or so. Amazon and others...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 08-07-2018, 13:44
Replies: 17
Views: 4,446
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Fridge unit electrical problems.

Not sure if right thread, but I have a cold plate refrigerator system in my 1981 Grand banks. All is working well temp wise, but the raw water pump is running all the time and no longer cycling when...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 28-06-2018, 08:43
Replies: 36
Views: 8,110
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Poll: Which app do you prefer for navigation via iPad/iPhone

aquamap is working well for me on Ipads and on phone. Active Captain included.
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 01-06-2018, 09:01
Replies: 133
Views: 18,972
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Sea Tow: Only for milquetoasts?

I've always carried both BoatUS and SeaTow. I've only used BoatUS once due to losing one of the engines, and SeaTow wouldn't tow saying I could still maneuver with one engine. Boat US had no...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 22-03-2018, 09:02
Replies: 75
Views: 12,979
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Dinghy, to name or not to name?

Our dinghy hangs on the stern of our boat and blocks the boat's transom name. We added it to the side of the dinghy plus a "Too", as in:
"Free At Last - Too" so boat could be identified from the...
Forum: Marine Electronics 13-02-2018, 12:31
Replies: 122
Views: 31,163
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: IPad for Navigation FAQ 2018

I have flipped from Garmin Blue chart Mobile on my Ipads and Iphones to Aqua Map. It also had Active Captain built in. I use it at the helm besides the main Garmin 7212 chartplotter. I can do...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 04-01-2018, 13:19
Replies: 18
Views: 3,203
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Seeking Norfolk/Annapolis Property w/ Dock Space for 50-62’ Cat, looking for sugg

Both Zillow and Trulia give you a general picture, but are not always up to date. I'd head for one of the larger name Real Estate companies such as RE/MAX (I own a franchise here on Dauphin Island),...
Forum: Navigation 21-12-2017, 10:35
Replies: 50
Views: 8,726
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: iPad discharging while plugged in and using iNavX

I have a Ipad Mini 4 and leave on at bridge when running using Garmin Blue Chart. I have now switched to Aqua Map Pro. I also run Itunes at the same time and never drew battery down by leaving it...
Forum: Our Community 20-12-2017, 16:25
Replies: 74
Views: 14,016
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Delorme In Reach for Offshore.

That will work just fine. One of our best investments for safety and for keeping family alerted as to where we are when on the move.
Forum: Our Community 20-12-2017, 13:07
Replies: 74
Views: 14,016
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Delorme In Reach for Offshore.

I leave mine on the main bridge inside the salon near the front window. I also leave it plugged into a USB port for charging and have had no range issues nor battery issues at all. Farthest out was...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 18-10-2017, 09:11
Replies: 68
Views: 22,420
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: What's your system for marking anchor chain depths?

I've used this same system for a year now and it works well. Used to paint chain every 20' with a different color, but happy with these markers. Got them through Defender.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 30-08-2017, 09:04
Replies: 54
Views: 10,490
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Homemade shackles secure our boat during Harvey

Haven't seen much coverage of how the marinas did in the area. We had a Carver 32 at Seabrook for about a year some time ago after the rebuild. 6' or more probably today? Glad all is well with you...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 29-08-2017, 08:30
Replies: 28
Views: 8,825
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Putting trim tabs on dinghy

I wonder if the manufacturer of the dinghy would have a solution for you? I have a rigid 10.5' Bullfrog with a 15HP 4 stroke Tohatsu on it, and it will get up on plane with 2 sitting on main rear...
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 07-08-2017, 08:41
Replies: 20
Views: 7,337
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: vacuum sealer for food

Foodsaver is great. We buy stuff on sale, then vacuum seal it into helpings for two, and all fits well in our boat freezer when we leave out. I also use it for protecting papers such as the tender...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 05-08-2017, 14:27
Replies: 33
Views: 6,090
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: ROUTE from FT Lauderdale to New orleans in end of August

You may find depth problems around anclote Key and Tarpon Springs. You are good out of Clearwater though. We took our trawler direct from the Manatee River (Twin Dolphin Marina) at Bradenton to Dog...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 26-07-2017, 11:28
Replies: 109
Views: 15,819
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: What is the Name of the Tool to Remove this Nut?

That nut reminds me of the water meter off and on valve. not sure on size of nut, but these types of water meter wrenches are readily available at Lowes for example...
...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 12-07-2017, 10:00
Replies: 50
Views: 12,483
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Is my Rocna to big?

I have the 25 on my 42' GB, and would never consider anything less in weight due to its performance. I'm on 120' of bbb chain.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 12-07-2017, 07:59
Replies: 73
Views: 11,196
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Inside your boat....hotter or cooler than outdoor temps?

Our homeport is in the Deep South on Dauphin Island, AL (mouth of Mobile Bay). We take our longer trips down the Florida West Coast. I can't imagine trying to get by without air conditioning for...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 30-06-2017, 08:39
Replies: 51
Views: 14,116
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Replacing a rib with a hard dinghy

I have a 10' Bullfrog with a 15HP 4 stroke Tohatsu on it. Aluminum hull and built like a tank. Love it.

Yacht Tenders, Utility Boats, Dinghies - Rigid Aluminum Hull Boats...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 16-06-2017, 12:04
Replies: 22
Views: 2,653
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: What type of hoses to use for water

Pex is the go to here on Dauphin Island, AL for almost all new residential plumbing including for drinking. May have been a problem in the past, but there isn't one now as far as codes are...
Forum: Our Community 28-04-2017, 08:22
Replies: 74
Views: 14,016
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Delorme In Reach for Offshore.

I have had a Pre-garmin Delorme In Reach for about 3 or 4 years now. It is paired with my Iphone for easier messaging. We have used it on our Gulf Coast Travels including from Dauphin Island, AL...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 12-04-2017, 09:13
Replies: 47
Views: 23,033
Posted By kelbylinn
Re: Rigid versus inflatable dinghy

We have owned several inflatables through the years, and got good service out of most of them. Finally got tired of soft tubes over time, and we picked up a 10' Bullfrog rigid tender with a 15HP 4...
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