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Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 23-11-2020, 10:10
Replies: 14
Views: 2,711
Posted By adlib2
Re: Make our dream a reality.... Looking to buy a Bluewater boat.

WHAT WOULD BE IN YOUR BUDGET? MAKE AN OFFER
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 23-11-2020, 01:10
Replies: 14
Views: 2,711
Posted By adlib2
Re: Make our dream a reality.... Looking to buy a Bluewater boat.

I HAVE AN IRWIN 43 FOR SALE FOR $39,900, FULLY EQUIPPED AND READY FOR THE CARIBBEAN. PRESENTLY IN REYNOLDS PARK MARINA, COVE SPRINGS, FLORIDA.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 26-08-2020, 08:31
Replies: 164
Views: 34,467
Posted By adlib2
Re: Boat Size For Single Handle Sailing

my vessel is on the market if you're interested for less than your budget
Forum: General Sailing Forum 26-08-2020, 08:26
Replies: 164
Views: 34,467
Posted By adlib2
Re: Boat Size For Single Handle Sailing

A lot depends on how the yacht is rigged. Sheets and Halyards returning to helm, autopilot, electric windlass, radar. I sailed my 45ft Irwin 3500 miles single handed
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 06-02-2020, 21:46
Replies: 83
Views: 13,466
Posted By adlib2
Re: Buying Yacht as non-US resident - help !

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Also I can apply for US cruising permit and leave every 6 months for 15 days.

You can get a yearly permit, at least I do as a Canadian, want to buy my boat?
Forum: Navigation 28-12-2019, 08:21
Replies: 58
Views: 9,606
Posted By adlib2
Re: Online celestial navigation courses?

I know there are courses, but can't remember them. Got me thinking; I have a Freighberger {German} Sextant in a box for sale if anyone is interested.


Alan
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 15-12-2019, 21:05
Replies: 61
Views: 10,851
Posted By adlib2
Re: Seeking Recommendations for Life raft

I HAVE A 4MAN VIKING LIFE RAFT, 2010, NEVER BEEN USED OR SERVICED AND A SURVIVAL SUIT, NEVER BEEN USED. IF ANY ONE IS INTERESTED IN PURCHASING CONTACT ME.
ALAN
Forum: Powered Boats 29-08-2019, 10:17
Replies: 53
Views: 9,601
Posted By adlib2
Re: Looking to buy used large ship

I have an Irwin43 Sail Boat with a large interior under your budget,
ph, 904-887-6221 lets discuss,


Alan.
Forum: Navigation 21-08-2019, 20:22
Replies: 10
Views: 3,115
Posted By adlib2
Re: St Johns river, Florida

REYNOLDS PARK YACHT centre is a good economical marina with good facilities and security. I've been here for years and there is space available.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 08-07-2019, 11:58
Replies: 40
Views: 6,792
Posted By adlib2
Re: Is a 12” mfd too big for my helm?

I have a 12in Raymarine MFD on my Irwin43 and its fine for charts, radar and sonar. Spent 6 years cruising the Caribbean and sailed single handed from Canada, 3500 miles. I built a mount for it at...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 12-06-2019, 09:14
Replies: 20
Views: 2,504
Posted By adlib2
Re: BVI or St. Marteen for a couples 7 day sail

BVI's hands down, with over 53 islands plus the US Virgins there is plenty of variety and much to see and do.
Many who go to Sint Maarten do so for boat supplies and repairs due to its duty free...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 10-01-2019, 22:21
Replies: 6
Views: 1,189
Posted By adlib2
Re: Eclectic D400 12v + electronics + stainless support

I ALREADY HAVE AN OPERABLE D400 STEALTH UNIT AND NEED THE ELECTRIC CONTROLS. WOULD YOU CONSIDER SELLING SEPARATELY AND AT WHAT PRICE?
Forum: General Sailing Forum 29-10-2018, 09:17
Replies: 43
Views: 7,807
Posted By adlib2
Re: Is December a good time to cross atlantic?

Hurricane season is over; however, many squalls, one after another, occur in December. Best time to cross is April and later.
Forum: Sailor Logs & Cruising Plans 24-10-2018, 11:30
Replies: 38
Views: 5,748
Posted By adlib2
Re: Bad Idea? Starting our cruise in St. Thomas (ish) vs. Florida? 6 kids...ya

Big problem with Si, Thomas and St, Johns is the crime. Reason most Americans cruise the BVI's. Your kids would find more to do in Florida.
Forum: Cruising News & Events 12-10-2018, 08:41
Replies: 21
Views: 4,293
Posted By adlib2
Re: Good spot to leave our boat in Northern Florida

I deal marina is Reynolds Park Yacht Centre, Green Cove Springs. Built as a WW11 naval base and has substantial docks. Located about 28 miles up the St, Johns River equal distance from Jacksonville...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 05-10-2018, 13:54
Replies: 27
Views: 4,468
Posted By adlib2
Re: Where can I buy used sailboat gear from wrecked boats in the US

SAILORS EXCHANGE IN ST. AUGUSTINE, FLORIDA HAS A HUGE INVENTORY OF USED PARTS.


Sailors Exchange | New & Used Boating Equipment


https://www.sailors-exchange.com/
...
Forum: Boat Ownership & Making a Living 31-08-2018, 14:58
Replies: 72
Views: 10,974
Posted By adlib2
Re: How Long Do You Own a Boat?

NEVER. BOAT OWNS YOU.
Forum: Dollars & Cents 08-08-2018, 08:35
Replies: 24
Views: 6,693
Posted By adlib2
Re: Is the same boat worth more in the USA than in Australia?

I lived in Oz for two years and the only items cheaper than the US is good quality wine and lamb. When you consider Annapolis has more boats for sale than Oz, UK and Canada put together and the same...
Forum: Navigation 10-04-2018, 12:59
Replies: 176
Views: 16,813
Posted By adlib2
Re: Thorny subject: Sextant and GPS era

Interesting to note that the US Naval Academy does not teach CELNAV any more, the Brits do, they are more traditional. Warships carry numerous GPS systems so less chance of them losing a position.
I...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 06-04-2018, 11:22
Replies: 99
Views: 61,751
Posted By adlib2
Re: How much does a Shoal Draft Keel affect Blue water sailing?

I've owned an Irwin 43 shallow draft long keel vessel for 20 years and cruised extensively offshore. Spent 5 years in the Caribbean.
She points very well and; although, not a racers choice as she...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 23-03-2018, 09:25
Replies: 31
Views: 4,754
Posted By adlib2
Re: English couple looking to buy a yacht in Florida

I'm fixing up my Irwin 43 to sell. Fully loaded and doesn't need much more fixing. I'm in Florida, although, Canadian registered and in fresh water most of its life. contact me if interested
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 14-03-2018, 08:06
Replies: 66
Views: 12,258
Posted By adlib2
Forum: General Sailing Forum 31-01-2018, 18:25
Replies: 0
Views: 751
Posted By adlib2
FOUND ON BEACH IN MEDI

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Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 12-01-2018, 15:31
Replies: 17
Views: 2,466
Posted By adlib2
Re: Wanted: Liferaft - Offshore, 4 or 6 person, U.S.

I have a 4 man ocean valise Viking; never been used, about 6 years old. I'm coastal and river now. Send me an email to discuss terms.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 20-11-2017, 21:47
Replies: 26
Views: 14,609
Posted By adlib2
Re: C&C Shark 24 - a westcoast boat?

Met family of 4 that sailed from Vancouver to The Whit Sunday Islands in Queensland Australia. My own Shark passage from Ontario to the Bahamas.
Seaworthy vessel if you're young enough to takes the...
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