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fstbttms · 01-12-2022, 10:50

As I have said many times, I wouldn't wish this stuff on an enemy

https://www.yachtingmonthly.com/boat...o9lyh5ezI7PKEo

JoetheCobbler · 01-12-2022, 11:06

If you read the article, other vessels that utilize antifouling paint had the same issues.
I'm more surprised about the statement regarding the " return" of the barnacles , of course they're going to "return"!

What bottom treatment completely eliminates fouling - none.
As with most things, there's maintenance required.
And these guys are supposed to be the "professionals"?
And they don't have a cold weather wetsuit and scrapers aboard?
Really?

Indolent58 · 01-12-2022, 11:46

I read the article and he wasn't raving - at most he was moderately annoyed.

fstbttms · 01-12-2022, 11:46

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Originally Posted by Indolent58

I read the article and he wasn't raving - at most he was moderately annoyed.

Yes. I was being sarcastic.

**Pete7** · 01-12-2022, 12:15

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Originally Posted by Indolent58

I read the article and he wasn't raving - at most he was moderately annoyed.

Indeed and the photo is of a different yacht suffering similar fait but more extensive. What's worrying is they only left France a couple of months ago and been sailing none stop rather than languishing in a marina for months on end. Presumably they were painted or scrubbed just before setting off.