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Old 31-05-2020, 13:05   #1
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Hello everyone! New Here!

Hi! I am from NYC I am new on the world of sailing.




I have decided make a great change in my live and start looking for a small sailboat to sail on the Caribbean. I have totally zero knowledge I hope find some help here. Thanks!
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Old 01-06-2020, 13:20   #2
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Welcome, i am sure some NY people will give you some good advice soon, i am far away......
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Old 02-06-2020, 01:45   #3
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Kinda funny.... doing the same! I joined a local sailing club and I'm learning to sail. Good luck and let us know how you're doing!
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Hi! I am from NYC I am new on the world of sailing.




I have decided make a great change in my live and start looking for a small sailboat to sail on the Caribbean. I have totally zero knowledge I hope find some help here. Thanks!
Hey! I also gave everything up to cruise the Caribbean about a decade ago, though I did have experience already. Being certified is not manditory, but imo you should act like it is and read the study guides (RYA is my recommendation). I think there are also mock-tests online.
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