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Forum: Americas

15-03-2022, 07:56

Replies: 24

Cheap good marina Bimini

Views: 6,869

Posted By wathey

Re: Cheap good marina Bimini

Browns. As previous stated they are all close to the same. There's only two marinas in the berries. Great harbor and chub. Stop at great harbor first and work your way around the east side down the...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

13-02-2022, 09:37

Replies: 32

Inverter Wiring question - multiplus II 2x120, air cons

Views: 6,413

Posted By wathey

Re: Inverter Wiring question - multiplus II 2x120, air cons

A couple of thoughts based on the reality to include with the spreadsheet math. We run a Quattro 5k/200a but same applies to the multi, we just have the inverter wired into ac2 that isn't present on...

Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean

10-02-2022, 13:47

Replies: 11

Park it in the Bahamas.

Views: 2,263

Posted By wathey

Re: Park it in the Bahamas.

Staniel has the best flights and a mooring field right in front of SCYC, I would just ask around, appeared to be a half dozen or so working jobs around the marina. If you are down in Georgetown,...

Forum: Leopard Catamarans, Robertson & Caine

08-12-2021, 11:48

Replies: 6

Leopard 48: Anyone Modify a Leopard 44 or 48 for Kids?

Views: 1,633

Posted By wathey

Re: Anyone Modify a Leopard 44 or 48 for Kids?

In this pic the dinghy is really high. This is not our table, a friends, but the dinghy would fit below as well and effectively close the back off. There are lifelines back there. We have 4...

Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat

29-11-2021, 14:40

Replies: 85

What dog breed if any???

Views: 11,511

Posted By wathey

Re: What dog breed if any???

If you are going to multiple countries the answer is no. If you are staying in one or two and can research the rules and regs its a judgement call. One other difficulty not mentioned in previous...

Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape

11-11-2021, 11:47

Replies: 59

country flags do you need them?

Views: 10,019

Posted By wathey

Re: country flags do you need them?

In the Bahamas last year the authorities picked just 3 boats out of 50 in a large anchorage to visit, discuss documentation and generally increase the water content of their cocktails they were...

Forum: Our Community

18-10-2021, 09:53

Replies: 102

When did manufacturers get so exclusive at boat shows?

Views: 13,908

Posted By wathey

Re: When did manufacturers get so exclusive at boat shows?

I just got back a few minutes ago. I was able to see all the boats I wanted to and yes, I did make reservations. I agree they were more a lot more selective this year than in previous shows I have...

Forum: The Sailor's Confessional

14-10-2021, 09:19

Replies: 111

My Rocna didn't hold in mud - a first. Confession from a cocky new gen anchor owner

Views: 18,133

Posted By wathey

Re: My Rocna didn't hold in mud - a first. Confession from a cocky new gen anchor ow

Appreciate the truthfulness, it should be more widespread when it comes to ground tackle commentary. We live aboard and have a Rocna 88, great anchor and helps me sleep at night. Yes, it has...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

15-09-2021, 09:41

Replies: 13

Electric galley without genset

Views: 2,008

Posted By wathey

Re: Electric galley without genset

I would not suggest it without some fossil fuel power source. There are a lot of days the sun doesn't shine (enough) and it is really obvious when you are reliant on solar for cooking and can cause...

Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear

30-07-2021, 10:17

Replies: 55

7 "Rescued" from Sportfisher off Mid-Atlantic Coast

Views: 7,552

Posted By wathey

Re: 7 "Rescued" from Sportfisher off Mid-Atlantic Coast

So rather than pile on the obvious, and who knows, they may have left out a medical emergency, but here is a positive note... I stopped this morning and gave my wife a kiss for being awesome after I...

Forum: Our Community

13-07-2021, 10:53

Replies: 56

Buying Leopard Ex-charter: What do I spend my $ on first?

Views: 8,815

Posted By wathey

Re: Buying Leopard Ex-charter: What do I spend my $ on first?

Best bang for the buck is easy but often overlooked. Get new toilet seats. Ones that are clean and don't slam when closed. Seems minor but by far the best roi on our refit of our L48.
I assume you...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

18-06-2021, 15:54

Replies: 29

Shore Power Upgrade - 30 to 50 Amp

Views: 7,607

Posted By wathey

Re: Shore Power Upgrade - 30 to 50 Amp

Ok, so you are stating when we hook up twin 30a 120v we are actually plugged into 240v and just using a single leg per 30? This is where I think I have the mental disconnect bc I don't have 50/240...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

18-06-2021, 15:22

Replies: 29

Shore Power Upgrade - 30 to 50 Amp

Views: 7,607

Posted By wathey

Re: Shore Power Upgrade - 30 to 50 Amp

I'm interested in this thread and had a question and an observation. The observation may not apply directly given it sounds like the live aboard marina may be a semi permanent home for the vessel....

Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink

04-06-2021, 08:41

Replies: 9

Another Induction Cooktop Thread

Views: 2,059

Posted By wathey

Re: Another Induction Cooktop Thread

You didn't mention which one and other factors that delivered a bad experience. I had a bad experience sailing on a leaky teaky in a square chop in squalls 20 yrs ago but I have found better sailing...

Forum: Leopard Catamarans, Robertson & Caine

02-06-2021, 08:17

Replies: 4

Leopard 40: How to find Leopard Catamarans in the NADA

Views: 1,640

Posted By wathey

Re: How to find Leopard Catamarans in the NADA

The equivalent in the marine industry is the BUC Value for the vessel. Most brokers, loan originators and insurance companies use it as at least one of their data points in valuation. Agree with...

Forum: Multihull Sailboats

31-03-2021, 09:17

Replies: 15

Steel beams in the Leopards

Views: 4,559

Posted By wathey

Re: Steel beams in the Leopards

We have a leopard 48. There is a steel beam. There is light (have to look closely) corrosion on it. The steel is very thick so I have not even bothered to wire brush it given that by triage...

Forum: Multihull Sailboats

15-03-2021, 07:30

Replies: 15

Help decide older Leopard 46 or newish leopard48?

Views: 7,478

Posted By wathey

Re: Help decide older Leopard 46 or newish leopard48?

Load capacity is really important. When I stated from my experience the 46 is faster it may be attributed to how many people are on board and how much gear they have. A leopard 48 has more load...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

13-03-2021, 08:37

Replies: 21

Is running my water maker going to kill my batteries

Views: 2,430

Posted By wathey

Re: Is running my water maker going to kill my batteries

Repeating what Noelex77 asked. 14a @ 110v AC or DC? It doesn't make much water if it's 14a DC. If its AC that is inline with many water maker pumps. Your 70a generator is rated in DC, unless...

Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean

10-03-2021, 08:44

Replies: 30

April 2021 in Exumas; recommendations?

Views: 5,474

Posted By wathey

Re: April 2021 in Exumas; recommendations?

We're all stuck down here somewhere... In George Town but am thinking about braving the sound Saturday and moving over to cat to change the horizon from which I watch the wind whip.

Forum: Multihull Sailboats

03-03-2021, 11:26

Replies: 15

Help decide older Leopard 46 or newish leopard48?

Views: 7,478

Posted By wathey

Re: Help decide older Leopard 46 or newish leopard48?

The 46 is a better sailing boat. It points a few degrees higher and is maybe a half knot quicker on most points of sail except optimal angles in high winds. The 48 will outrun the 46 in winds above...

Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress

24-02-2021, 10:26

Replies: 8

Solo sailor rescued thanks to PLB

Views: 2,495

Posted By wathey

Re: Solo sailor rescued thanks to PLB

Great news that someone survived this type of mishap with good planning. I do think one minor item highlighted by this story is the fact he was drowning in his harness. I am in no way knowledgeable...

Forum: Powered Boats

19-02-2021, 08:52

Replies: 50

Largest cruiser that can go on a trailer at a boat ramp?

Views: 12,080

Posted By wathey

Re: Largest cruiser that can go on a trailer at a boat ramp?

I think this is an easy one if one is to pull to a ramp and deploy without special tongue extension etc. Those are fine and I have been part of a boat ramp special but I am just speaking to designed...

Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean

12-02-2021, 09:40

Replies: 35

Advice on Exumas Itinerary

Views: 11,630

Posted By wathey

Re: Advice on Exumas Itinerary

I'm in between Chub and Nassau as I write this. Covid testing has been super easy. Yes you need to follow the rules not just for safety but to keep it laid back as it currently is for all involved.,...

Forum: General Classifieds (no boats)

23-01-2021, 15:38

Replies: 1

For Sale: Woman's Foul weather Pants

Views: 374

Posted By wathey

Re: Woman's Foul weather Pants

Ha ha, I now want something you have. Btw the guys in North Carolina wanted 400 to deliver the ab, I know you wanted it but that was crap given they're already coming down here. How much to ship...

Forum: General Classifieds (no boats)

23-01-2021, 15:36

Replies: 4