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Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 25-10-2021, 11:09
Replies: 2
Views: 767
Posted By texwards
Re: Flagship marine 16500 btu a/c

Where is it currently located?
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 25-10-2021, 10:49
Replies: 3
For Sale: Roller Furler
Views: 686
Posted By texwards
Re: Roller Furler

I'm interested -where are you located?
Forum: General Sailing Forum 25-10-2019, 13:42
Replies: 85
Views: 9,860
Posted By texwards
Re: Why do you cruise?

Unfortunately, I can't yet speak as a 'true' cruiser, but only as a sailor who has been pleasantly tortured by 'the dream' since childhood.

Spend one day sailing the brisk breeze out into crisp...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 25-10-2019, 12:44
Replies: 0
Views: 665
Posted By texwards
Compac sailors on the Texas Gulf Coast?

I've recently transitioned from my old 74' Columbia 34 to a newer Compac 27mkII. Although the downgrade in size is a rough adjustment for my large family, the upgrade in quality and available support...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 21-02-2019, 08:34
Replies: 58
Views: 10,790
Posted By texwards
Re: Boat hack; Any trick, shortcut, skill or novelty which increases efficiency on a

In the past I've had a bad experience with a failed/fouled depth transducer and spent way too long before hauling and replacing. On my current sailboat, I ran the transducer from my pedestal mounted...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 03-08-2016, 11:07
Replies: 4
Views: 1,398
Posted By texwards
Re: Lowrance Elite 5M GPS

Could you pm me a price (with shipping included) to send it to Alvin,TX?
Forum: Classifieds Archive 15-06-2016, 10:00
Replies: 2
Views: 1,229
Posted By texwards
Re: Freedom Marine 25 inverter/charger with remote

I'm interested, if this is still available.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 04-11-2015, 17:28
Replies: 182
Views: 34,686
Posted By texwards
Re: Those Simple Ideas Liveaboards Have to Improve Life

Not wanting to wait until the next haul out to install my fishfinder, I temporarily attached it to my stern ladder. It works well, stays out of the way and remains clean (as long as I remember to...
Forum: Mantus Anchors 03-02-2015, 14:28
Replies: 435
Views: 64,519
Posted By texwards
Re: Feb Giveaway: Mantus 15 Prizes

Mantus Anchors | 35 lbs Galvanized Steel Mantus Anchor (https://mantusanchors.com/product/35-lbs-galvanized-steel-mantus-anchor/)
Mantus Anchors | 1/2 Galvanized Steel Hook...
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 25-11-2014, 07:00
Replies: 26
Views: 4,849
Posted By texwards
Re: How do you stock your galley when not cruising?

Wow, great ideas/advice! Thanks everyone - knowing how I might regularly stock my galley will definitely aid in the rebuild.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 24-11-2014, 08:55
Replies: 22
Views: 54,898
Posted By texwards
Re: Making your own water-maker

I don't have any firsthand experience or answers to your question, but have also been looking into this. You may have already come across this, but these seem to be informative 'how to' articles:...
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 24-11-2014, 08:41
Replies: 26
Views: 4,849
Posted By texwards
Re: How do you stock your galley when not cruising?

rum rack....check :dork:
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 24-11-2014, 07:02
Replies: 26
Views: 4,849
Posted By texwards
How do you stock your galley when not cruising?

It will be a while before we are able to cast our lines and set sail for any length of time. For now, I am rebuilding my galley and would like to make it as efficient as possible for our current...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 24-11-2014, 06:54
Replies: 1
Views: 1,198
Posted By texwards
About to rebuild my galley - interested in seeing your modifications

I am about to rebuild the galley on my 34' sailboat - in hopes to better meet the culinary/storage needs of my large family. I would love to see various rebuilds, and the modifications that you have...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 24-11-2014, 06:50
Replies: 27
Views: 3,981
Posted By texwards
Re: Florida Anchoring Survey

Survey completed...thanks.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 24-11-2014, 06:36
Replies: 107
Views: 14,729
Posted By texwards
Re: Hit by lightning this afternoon in Botany Bay

Wow - thanks for sharing! Glad you are OK and your boat is still in one piece...

If you don't mind me asking, how is your rigging grounded (through keel bolt,plate on the hull, etc)?
Forum: Cruising News & Events 03-11-2014, 06:57
Replies: 12
Views: 5,077
Posted By texwards
Family Rescued After Salboat Capsizes in Galveston Bay

I'm very glad to hear the family is OK, but was wondering if anyone had information on exactly what happened? I was out in the same waters as this, and am concerned as to how their vessel...
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 19-06-2014, 10:39
Replies: 15
Views: 3,635
Posted By texwards
Re: Advice for Anyone Sailing a Small Boat with lots of Kids?

No other adults sail with us - although our 15 year old should be a help. We sailed a lot when it was just 4 of us, and did find lifeline netting to be a wonderful thing for our two daughters - but...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 19-06-2014, 10:13
Replies: 7
Views: 2,248
Posted By texwards
REAL life anchor rode/dockline sizing advice

I'm working to refit my new old boat (for simple coastal cruising), and would like to hear some thoughts on line size. The boat is a Columbia 34' with a displacement of some 12000lbs. The information...
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 19-06-2014, 09:27
Replies: 15
Views: 3,635
Posted By texwards
Advice for Anyone Sailing a Small Boat with lots of Kids?

We have 5 kids, and find that coordinating even a day-sail can be a stressful event. Many proposed sails have been nixed as departure time drew close...As we plan longer excursions, my wife is...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 23-04-2013, 06:24
Replies: 671
Views: 42,994
Posted By texwards
Re: April Giveaway: Waterfixer

I've been curious about these...
Ultraviolet Water Filters And Purifiers Model 500 (https://www.waterfixercompany.com/model500.html)
Forum: Mantus Anchors 11-02-2013, 18:40
Replies: 681
Views: 80,707
Posted By texwards
Re: February CF Giveaway - Win a Mantus Anchor!

Hmmm...
35 lbs Galvanized Steel Mantus Anchor - (https://mantusanchors.com/purchase-online/galvanized-steel-anchors/35-lbs-galvanized-steel-mantus-anchor/)
Forum: Classifieds Archive 08-03-2012, 12:49
Replies: 1
Views: 3,201
Posted By texwards
Any and all parts for San Juan 24

I acquired the hull of a San Juan 24, and am considering a low cost restoration effort. I'm looking for anything related to a San Juan 24 at a reasonable price.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 05-01-2012, 06:34
Replies: 5
Views: 7,612
Posted By texwards
Hassle free anchorage in Clear Lake/Galveston Bay area?

I have a buddy who is planning a trip from Virginia to the Texas Gulf Coast area, and is hoping to 'hang around' for about a month. He has asked whether we have any good places to drop the hook for...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 14-06-2010, 19:06
Replies: 5
Views: 2,402
Posted By texwards
Awesome! We loved our little Islander 24, but she...

Awesome! We loved our little Islander 24, but she never looked that great!
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