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Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 25-11-2021, 06:51
Replies: 50
Views: 12,889
Posted By canman
Re: flexible vs rigid solar panels

We have 800 watts of Flexibles on our Bimini on four 15/75 VictronConnect controllers so any partial shading isn’t too bad on the rest. We can’t do a arch as we’re a schooner with a long boom.
I...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 09-07-2021, 09:14
Replies: 95
Views: 17,296
Posted By canman
Re: Is this true? Time under sail vs motor in Caribbean

We completed the ICW from Annapolis to Florida and back on just 55 gallons as we sailed 65% of the time. Took us five weeks down and six weeks back and we only moved when the winds were favorable....
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 21-06-2021, 07:02
Replies: 70
Views: 16,745
Posted By canman
Re: Cruising with (or without) a dog

Perhaps look at compromising snd cruise from the US Coast so you don’t need to fly. That way the family and Dog all get to stay together. If you make it to the islands great and if not you still got...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 18-06-2021, 18:00
Replies: 133
Views: 11,206
Posted By canman
Re: What could possibly go wrong?

This Has to be one of the more intellectually stimulating, interesting, civil conversations about the future that I have enjoyed immensely.
My addition to the conversation is that there is always...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 16-06-2021, 09:53
Replies: 18
Views: 4,511
Posted By canman
Re: Marine Sink Check Valves

We have a 35 year old plastic gate valve right below the head sink that I will sometimes close when I know we will be beating into heavy weather as sometimes a bit of water does flow back.onto the...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 08-05-2021, 16:42
Replies: 29
Views: 4,272
Posted By canman
Re: Another Leaking Diesel Tank

I feel for you as I had the exact same issue and considered the options you are including a bladder tank.

Ultimately I realized the only proper repair was to carefully dismantle all her joiner...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 03-05-2021, 15:27
Replies: 20
Views: 2,497
Posted By canman
Re: From Canada and want to buy a boat from an estate in Fiji...

We saw a Morgan for sale in the Bahamas at a great price due to a death. . Wife and I decided to make a vacation out of it. If we loved it we’d sail her home If not, we would have a nice...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 29-04-2021, 08:57
Replies: 21
Views: 2,324
Posted By canman
Re: custom stainless fab/electropolishing advice?

Ditto on Garhauer. They did a great job on my custom stainless mast rings
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 25-04-2021, 09:44
Replies: 39
Views: 13,152
Posted By canman
Re: Best prop shaft line cutter. Knife

We swear by our hook knife. Used it twice in dark, near freezing waters with alligators around to cut away crab pots. Was able to save and reconnect the pot line and float so crabber still had his...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 13-04-2021, 09:18
Replies: 117
Views: 17,069
Posted By canman
Re: Best Not Electric Coffee Maker

Ditto w Aeropress for several quick cups. No mess and no cleaning. Compact for storage. Great coffee. We use stainless double wall French press when we need more.
Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 29-03-2021, 09:04
Replies: 98
Views: 11,951
Posted By canman
Re: A case against crayfish cages

https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f122/any-experience-with-the-hooknife-95211.html

We used our hook knife. To avoid getting into water
Forum: Navigation 18-03-2021, 11:19
Replies: 14
Views: 9,721
Posted By canman
Re: iNavX and Navionics mutually exclusive or can

I also use both concurrently as Mariners know it’s good seamanship to use multiple navigational resources. I’m also trying out Aquamaps as they have recent NOAA soundings data sets as an overlay....
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 19-02-2021, 06:53
Replies: 96
Views: 22,292
Posted By canman
Re: Standing Rigging Replacement - How Frequently?

On e of the many reasons we bought our 1984 Freedom 39 Pilothouse schooner 18 years ago. . Original carbon Freestanding masts still going strong. But if I do lose one Im hoping the other will get us...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 08-02-2021, 07:47
Replies: 50
Views: 11,696
Posted By canman
Re: Winter in Annapolis practical for liveaboards?

4 years in Annapolis. Good suggestions so far. Some also use a dehumidifier. Our hull snd deck is cored so big big help in reducing condensation. We also have a safe Dickinson propane bulkhead...
Forum: Marine Electronics 17-01-2021, 17:54
Replies: 62
Views: 18,950
Posted By canman
Re: wireless masthead wind instrument

We have a Tack Tick system (now owned by Raymarine) that I purchased over 12 years ago - still going strong on our 58-foot mast (after replacing the wind indicator battery for $70 after 11 years)....
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 01-12-2020, 13:51
Replies: 46
Views: 12,918
Posted By canman
Re: Use Strong Magnets to Mount Flexible Solar to Bimini??

We used double stick foam tape so only one layer of fabric separating the magnets
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 01-12-2020, 11:19
Replies: 46
Views: 12,918
Posted By canman
Re: Use Strong Magnets to Mount Flexible Solar to Bimini??

I have experience using rare earth magnets to temporary hold flexible panels until we could use a more permanent method -. They worked very well until we hit 45-knot gusts! so we quickly installed...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 27-10-2020, 18:53
Replies: 81
Views: 16,649
Posted By canman
Re: Dinghies - How small is too small?

We are a very fit 60-year-old couple and have been using our higher quality inflatable kayaks to stay that way - After sitting on a boat for hours and days, we need and want exercise and love the...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 12-10-2020, 08:29
Replies: 32
Views: 6,688
Posted By canman
Re: Best way to get in a kayak from a sailboat

Good question - We are experimenting with inflatable kayaks after getting rid of the dinghy - No motor, less weight, smaller storage - much-needed exercise....and yes getting in and out (we only have...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 03-10-2020, 21:04
Replies: 74
Views: 25,118
Posted By canman
Re: Kayak vs. Dinghy

To kick things up a notch We use our Alden Ocean Rowing shell all the time as an incredibly fast kayak that's amazingly stable when you sit inside. It;s even faster with the long oars and sliding...
Forum: Our Community 22-09-2020, 10:57
Replies: 8
Views: 2,327
Posted By canman
Re: Considering a 1982 Niagra 35......but a Balsa Cored Hull ?

We have a 1984 freedom 39 balsa cored hull and decks and love it! Living aboard in the winter an insulated hull makes all the difference. It’s also very quiet inside while underway. I’ve had no...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 18-09-2020, 10:04
Replies: 21
Views: 3,653
Posted By canman
Re: What kind of rig is this?

Freestanding rig with wishbooms. After 30 years of wires we’ve fallen in love with our Freedom schooner. No wires turnbuckles chain plates tuning spreaders whistling.... it depowers in gusts. Planes...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 09-09-2020, 09:43
Replies: 119
Views: 25,912
Posted By canman
Re: Let's Talk Hull Painting

On my wood sailboat I used Interlux Enamel as it’s much more flexible for the wood as it expands and contracts. Paint project was fairly easy and looked great going on six years. On my current...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 17-07-2020, 13:42
Replies: 45
Views: 5,213
Posted By canman
Re: Tracking Spares and Supplies

I use a fantastic app that’s seems to be no longer supported but still works great for me.called What’s On My Boat. It’s for everything including spare jackets winter cloths and tools, spare parts...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 15-07-2020, 10:15
Replies: 20
Views: 5,092
Posted By canman
Re: Is the liveaboard life in a marina alive and well or near dead on life support in

Three years now at the same marina in Annapolis. As previous post said as long as you keep the boat in good condition and free of clutter and are generally a helpful person ....works out great ...
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