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Old 27-02-2016, 21:19   #106
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Re: Longest Distance in the smallest boat...

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Old 27-02-2016, 21:24   #107
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Re: Longest Distance in the smallest boat...

If this thread has a prize, Minaret just won it! Maybe all the newbs should watch that video to see what REALLY goes on out of sight of land.
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Old 28-02-2016, 01:24   #108
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Re: Longest Distance in the smallest boat...

But, was it really a bloowata car?

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But, was it really a bloowata car?

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There are multiple examples out there doing it now, therefore it is by default a proven bloowata design.


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If this thread has a prize, Minaret just won it! Maybe all the newbs should watch that video to see what REALLY goes on out of sight of land.

Doesn't qualify, OP asked about smallest boats that sail long distance, not smallest cars. 😁


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