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Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 15-01-2021, 13:53
Replies: 72
Views: 12,918
Posted By rhpike
Re: Dive setup, BCD integrated weights vs weight belt.

I prefer the integrated system, but have a separate weight belt that I use for snorkeling. I like to be slightly negatively buoyant to help me stay down when snorkeling.
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 25-11-2020, 11:46
Replies: 54
Views: 12,656
Posted By rhpike
Re: Let's talk self-tending staysails and booms

I have had my 2007 IP 440 since 2009, when I bought her new. Removed the Hoyt boom last summer with no apparent negative effect on staysail trimming and sail shape. I'm a member of the IP Facebook...
Forum: Our Community 26-10-2020, 14:13
Replies: 80
Views: 7,614
Posted By rhpike
Re: Hurricane Predictions and 5G...Concerning

Having a sailboat in Kemah, TX (just South of Houston), I follow the hurricane season quite closely. With respect to location of the eye when it hits the coast, I believe that all the 2020 Gulf...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 26-10-2020, 14:03
Replies: 13
Views: 3,080
Posted By rhpike
Re: Deep cockpit lockers with narrow access - how to best use

I installed one SS mast step to the forward wall of each lazarette to help me crawl in and out. It is the foldable type that flows up so that it is out of the way when not in use. Island Packet 440.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 14-09-2020, 10:37
Replies: 150
Views: 26,984
Posted By rhpike
Re: We were attacked by Orcas!!!

I read an article yesterday that several sailboats in the Med near Gibraltar were recently attacked by orcas in a similar manner, i.e. they rammed and bit the rudder.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 13-07-2020, 11:54
Replies: 42
Views: 7,699
Posted By rhpike
Re: How to trim an asymmetrical spinnaker?

Thomm225 is absolutely correct. I had my head up my a$$. Ease the sheet until the luff begins to curl up near the head of the sail.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 13-07-2020, 11:28
Replies: 42
Views: 7,699
Posted By rhpike
Re: How to trim an asymmetrical spinnaker?

Thomm225,
It's not the luff, it's the leach.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 13-07-2020, 10:48
Replies: 42
Views: 7,699
Posted By rhpike
Re: How to trim an asymmetrical spinnaker?

Ease the sheet until the leach starts to curl at the top of the sail, when you are on a broader angle than a beam reach.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 13-07-2020, 09:17
Replies: 42
Views: 7,699
Posted By rhpike
Re: How to trim an asymmetrical spinnaker?

You want the leach to curl slightly for the best trim, not the luff.
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 29-06-2020, 10:07
Replies: 71
Views: 14,392
Posted By rhpike
Re: How Do You Buy a Used Mast?

A lot of people on this site aren’t experts, and just are giving you their opinions. For something as critical and technical as a mast, I would use a high quality boat yard or rigger. Mack Sails, in...
Forum: Sailor Logs & Cruising Plans 10-06-2020, 14:25
Replies: 24
Views: 10,377
Posted By rhpike
Re: Boating Marco Island to Key West

I've done it on my Island Packet in three day trips. Marco Island to the Little Shark River. River is large and deep. Day two sailed to Marathon Key and stayed in Boot Key Harbor. Day three...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 10-06-2020, 14:04
Replies: 98
Views: 14,813
Posted By rhpike
Re: Using an Assy Spinnaker

I've raced with symmetrical spinnakers for 35 years. An easy way to remember where to set the pole is perpendicular to the apparent wind. Then, ease the sheet until you have a slight curl at the...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 30-05-2020, 09:23
Replies: 22
Views: 2,257
Posted By rhpike
Re: Noise/Vibration with partially furled genoa

Was your jib leech vibrating? If so, tighten the leech line.
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 30-05-2020, 09:13
Replies: 98
Views: 14,813
Posted By rhpike
Re: Using an Assy Spinnaker

I attach my tack to the bow roller guard with a snap shackle, which is about 1.5' forward of my jib roller furling drum. I don't mess with an adjustable tack line. It's an Island Packet 440.
Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 28-05-2020, 09:42
Replies: 7
Views: 3,814
Posted By rhpike
Re: PedPox - Pedestal Pockets discount for Forum Members

I have a 2007 Island Packet with a custom rectangular pedestal. If I measure the circumference, will you have a product that fits?
Thanks.
Forum: Marine Electronics 18-05-2020, 09:48
Replies: 66
Views: 12,155
Posted By rhpike
Re: Considering AIS on a budget

I have a transceiver on my 44' sailboat. One of the benefits I have enjoyed in addition to the former posts is when I am on the ICW and call a tugboat pushing or pulling a tow. Before AIS, I had to...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 04-05-2020, 12:48
Replies: 33
Views: 4,707
Posted By rhpike
Re: Boat Pickup and Delivery

Just my humble opinion.
1. If you have to ask, you are not qualified for a long voyage on a boat that you will not be familiar with.
2. I know a professional delivery captain. He does a close exam...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 17-04-2020, 10:25
Replies: 68
Views: 8,571
Posted By rhpike
Re: A little personal history with an honest question....

I second this recommendation. Grew up sailing on my Dad's Whitby 42 in Venezuela. Boat sailed down from factory in Canada in some pretty rough weather and made it dry and safe. Currently live in...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 06-04-2020, 13:44
Replies: 2
Views: 954
Posted By rhpike
Re: Hatch and Porthole Maintenance

Thanks, Slug! Very helpful.
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 06-04-2020, 10:27
Replies: 2
Views: 954
Posted By rhpike
Hatch and Porthole Maintenance

I recently heard that any hatches and portholes that open require cleaning and lubrication of the sealing element annually. Does anyone do this and what cleaning/lubrication products do you use? ...
Forum: Training, Licensing & Certification 24-03-2020, 14:01
Replies: 29
Views: 10,663
Posted By rhpike
Re: Preparing ASA 105 (Coastal Nav) for experienced sailor

One alternative is the Piloting course taught by the US Power Squadron. I have never taken any ASA courses, but the knowledge gained from the Power Squadron course made passing the USCG Captains...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 08-08-2019, 15:08
Replies: 6
Views: 2,351
Posted By rhpike
Re: Old Bahama Bay Marina closed again?

What other marinas at or near West End are recommended for sailboats? Thanks.
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 09-07-2019, 12:03
Replies: 54
Views: 8,257
Posted By rhpike
Re: Dyneema sleeve to protect the snubber

Thanks. Makes perfect sense. I will try it next time.
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 08-07-2019, 08:34
Replies: 54
Views: 8,257
Posted By rhpike
Re: Dyneema sleeve to protect the snubber

I’m interested in using a soft shackle like some of you suggest. Does it not slip when the tension relaxes on the snubber, for instance when the boat sails from side to side or when there is no wind?...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 24-06-2019, 12:56
Replies: 32
Views: 13,616
Posted By rhpike
Re: Identify this boat insect

I believe the OP is correct.

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