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Forum: Monohull Sailboats 12-09-2016, 12:24
Replies: 3
Views: 1,461
Posted By CaitB
Re: Companionway Measurements - Cal 2-29

You're my HERO!!!

Thank you and honestly, I'm slightly embarrassed by the whole fridge thing...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 11-09-2016, 09:58
Replies: 3
Views: 1,461
Posted By CaitB
Companionway Measurements - Cal 2-29

I'm in Oregon and my boat is in California. I need to know the measurements of the companionway for a 1975 Cal 2-29 (purchased a 1.7 cu.ft. Fridge). I'm loath to drag the thing all the way down...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 24-03-2016, 10:28
Replies: 45
Views: 5,421
Posted By CaitB
Re: Question from a Dinosaur

I use one device for everything - an iPad. I have a Kindle app on it, can use iBooks, watch tv, download movies, use Skype and FaceTime and email. Plus I have it loaded with iSailor navigation...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 15-03-2016, 08:17
Replies: 137
Views: 15,952
Posted By CaitB
Re: Sleeping in the foreberth

6' tall, head to bow, plenty of room, no gymnastics required.

I don't want my head "in the head" when I sleep...
Forum: Our Community 13-02-2016, 09:53
Replies: 280
Views: 26,946
Posted By CaitB
Re: Is Cruisers sailing forum losing it's way

Wow! Redhead, not sure what site you joined but the one I'm on has none of that nonsense. Like you, I am staying on this site mostly for the views of other female sailors. But sometimes, wading...
Forum: Our Community 13-02-2016, 09:49
Replies: 280
Views: 26,946
Posted By CaitB
Re: Is Cruisers sailing forum losing it's way

Thanks! You and I share the same opinion. I think even a newbie's questions should be valued because frankly, everyone here was a newbue's at one time. As newbies, we came here looking for wisdom....
Forum: Our Community 13-02-2016, 09:10
Replies: 280
Views: 26,946
Posted By CaitB
Re: Is Cruisers sailing forum losing it's way

As a newbie, my opinion is shaded by the fact that I haven't been on here for years. That said, I have had some good advice which was appreciated - but some of the responses, made only to be snide...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 03-02-2016, 10:38
Replies: 69
Views: 8,423
Posted By CaitB
Re: If you won the lottery

YOU ROCK!!!!!!
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 03-02-2016, 09:42
Replies: 69
Views: 8,423
Posted By CaitB
Re: If you won the lottery

If I won the lottery, in order:

1. I'd buy a bigger water tank
2. I'd add hot water
3. I would donate the remaining funds to feed every hungry man, woman & child in this country and help put...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 02-02-2016, 08:45
Replies: 30
Views: 11,585
Posted By CaitB
Re: Bay Area Marinas that allow airbnb

Coyote Point Marina forbids Air BnB and recently evicted 2 boats for violating the rule.
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 31-01-2016, 13:22
Replies: 65
Views: 11,491
Posted By CaitB
Re: Married but sailing alone

Seriously? I think it proves that two adults can share their lives without being Velcro'd to each other. I married late - 48. I would no sooner ask him to give up his love of falconry than he...
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 31-01-2016, 09:28
Replies: 65
Views: 11,491
Posted By CaitB
Re: Married but sailing alone

My spouse a falconer and to get him to leave his hobby would be impossible. I travel a lot - alone - with no issues. He definitely is not a sailor and not a salt water guy and in fact, doesn't...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 28-01-2016, 09:19
Replies: 66
Views: 11,266
Posted By CaitB
Re: Top 50 Murder Cities - Includes Jamaica & Brazil

Thank you for common sense on this post! I've spent 30 years in and out of Mexico with the state of Sinaloa being one of my favorite places. Culiacan is known for its heroin trade - but if you...
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 25-01-2016, 10:04
Replies: 78
Views: 11,774
Posted By CaitB
Re: Severely anxious dog on board

I am the mother of 4 dogs - a giant standard poodle, a Tibetan Terrier and 2 bird dogs. Sailing, fireworks, new people in the house are all cured INSTANTLY with a Thunder Coat (available on line).
...
Forum: The Library 18-01-2016, 11:05
Replies: 41
Views: 12,660
Posted By CaitB
Re: Tristan Jones' Incredible Voyage: T or F

My dad friended Mr. Jones late in his life. Jones had a huge tri in San Diego and described the journey he was about to embark on. My dad, a retired USMC Captain and former English teacher, was...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 17-01-2016, 10:32
Replies: 363
Views: 64,750
Posted By CaitB
Re: Single, Female, and living aboard?

Its weird, feminists demand equality but won't do many things without a man.[/QUOTE]

Mark J - Some of us who are world traveled, well-educated and adventurous believe that a woman needs a man like...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 15-01-2016, 09:36
Replies: 108
Views: 14,595
Posted By CaitB
Re: Port Authority will not allow rat traps on docks?

I am just back from spending a week on my boat in San Mateo - cleaning up after rats. My galley was destroyed and the f&$@#%s ate into teak cabinet moulding! This is the third infestation in 2...
Forum: Our Community 31-12-2015, 08:59
Replies: 20
Views: 3,351
Posted By CaitB
Re: Post your favorite holiday boating gift from this year !

While not technically a "boat gift", the boat itself was my gift. After waiting more than 30 years, I finally found my dream - a 1975 Cal 2-29. Stepping aboard, I am flooded with memories of a...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 27-12-2015, 09:31
Replies: 44
Views: 7,915
Posted By CaitB
Re: Another Message in a Bottle, Found!

Haters gonna hate... I think people bitch and complain because their own lives are barren of compassion for others.

When I was in my 20's my dad and I sailed from San Diego to Hawaii and back,...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 17-12-2015, 08:46
Replies: 17
Views: 2,374
Posted By CaitB
Re: Dear Santa....

All I want for Christmas...

Someone to paint the inside of my boat...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 10-12-2015, 15:16
Replies: 47
Views: 12,547
Posted By CaitB
Re: Rat! Unwanted Liveaboard

I was searching through all the threads looking to see if anyone knew about rats - I had no idea that rats were a common issue!

I live in Oregon and my boat is in San Mateo so i only get there one...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 02-12-2015, 09:56
Replies: 95
Views: 13,015
Posted By CaitB
Re: Marina fees, common or gauging?

Yes, sorry - I rent a 32' slip. The marina charges guests 50 cents per foot for overnights! Still cheap!
Forum: General Sailing Forum 02-12-2015, 09:45
Replies: 95
Views: 13,015
Posted By CaitB
Re: Marina fees, common or gauging?

Wow! I'm not only "wowing" the exorbitant fees but also the response denigrating the "Left Coast". I thought we were all adults who shared a passion for sailing, guess I was wrong...

I'm in a...
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 29-11-2015, 10:02
Replies: 70
Views: 9,083
Posted By CaitB
Re: Need Cooking-While-Under-Way Advice for a Work of Fiction

LOL! I cook and bake on board. Years ago on a San Diego to Hawaii with my dad (on a 28' Erikson) I did all the cooking. 2 burners, a small oven and an electric skillet. Once a week I baked bread...
Forum: Meets & Greets 26-11-2015, 19:04
Replies: 5
Views: 1,031
Posted By CaitB
Re: Hello From Frozen Oregon

It is now 8 degrees in Bend and it took me 70 minutes to drive 16 miles. Oh how I want to go back to my boat! Hello to all Oregon-dwellers!
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