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Stmurray62
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Atlantic & the Caribbean
09-06-2023, 09:29
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Planning a route - Fort Myers to Miami
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7,247
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Stmurray62
Re: Planning a rout. Fort Myers to Miami
Sorry, to be so blunt, but you are being obtuse and not listening. It is not safe to make the trip you plan without competent assistance . Hire a Captain, be safe and you will learn a lot in the...
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General Sailing Forum
17-04-2023, 08:44
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Iridium GO and professional weather routing
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3,029
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Stmurray62
Re: Iridium GO and professional weather routing
I am a long distance delivery captain; on my off shore voyages I always use a professional weather router. I also carry a sat phone. I don’t trust the grub files routing process; would rather have...
Forum:
General Sailing Forum
17-04-2023, 08:03
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48
Buying Sailboat Back From Insurance Company
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6,274
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: Buying Sailboat Back From Insurance Company
I’m a FL licensed Broker. When I list a boat, I have the owner complete a Material Damage Report AND a Sellers Disclosure. Questions on both documents center around the following questions, as...
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Multihull Sailboats
10-10-2022, 07:39
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177
Broker refuses to put sea trial as purchase condition
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20,370
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: Broker refuses to put sea trial as purchase condition
Run, don’t walk away!! You should be able to undertake a pre-purchase survey and Seatrial. If not, then move on to a “ more” reputable broker. There are lots of good boats and good deals out...
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Propellers & Drive Systems
13-06-2022, 11:44
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How does a mainsail with a jib work
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6,017
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: How does a mainsail with a jib work
Oh, and to answer the question. If sailing afore the beam, Always set & trim the Jib first, then trim the main, as the “slot effect” will affect the main’s trim.
If abaft the beam, then...
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Propellers & Drive Systems
13-06-2022, 11:39
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45
How does a mainsail with a jib work
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6,017
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: How does a mainsail with a jib work
Gosh, take some lessons from a professional, seeking lessons on the fly from this forum is not a solution.
To take a sailboat out with , as described by y’all, with little to no experience is a...
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Crew Positions: Wanted & Available
08-06-2022, 09:18
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12
Crew Wanted:
July 1-22, from Peloponnese to Sporades
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1,419
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: July 1-22, from Peloponnese to Sporades
Hey guy, owner/captain is supposed to provide food water and transportation to and from boat. Get real!!!
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Crew Positions: Wanted & Available
08-06-2022, 09:17
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12
Crew Wanted:
July 1-22, from Peloponnese to Sporades
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1,419
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: July 1-22, from Peloponnese to Sporades
Another guy looking for paying crew. Must be a bit loco…
Forum:
Marine Electronics
02-06-2022, 15:32
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28
Navionics boating app power consumption
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4,640
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: Navionics boating app power consumption
Go on line and get at least a 50 Watt USB “plug in” to insert into the dc outlet.
The problem is the pads consume more current (amps X volts = Watts) than the 2.1 amp or so usb plug ins you are...
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Crew Positions: Wanted & Available
26-05-2022, 18:45
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25
Crew Wanted:
Urgent - Bermuda (St George's) to Azores (Ponta Delgada)
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46,267
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: Urgent - Bermuda (St George's) to Azores (Ponta Delgada)
Your on, where do I send the beer!!
I just can’t fathom (no pun intended) the gall of this guy, potentially extorting these folks….
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Crew Positions: Wanted & Available
26-05-2022, 08:32
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Crew Wanted:
Urgent - Bermuda (St George's) to Azores (Ponta Delgada)
Views:
46,267
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: Urgent - Bermuda (St George's) to Azores (Ponta Delgada)
I agree; talk about cheapskates. First, unless you are a licensed captain, it is illegal (at least in the US and some other countries) to charge anyone to be on your boat.
I echoe my colleagues...
Forum:
Marine Electronics
24-05-2022, 06:45
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102
Did I make a $1,400 mistake?
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8,180
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: Did I make a $1,400 mistake?
Bad elf works well with iPad. Also, whomever said about cellular data, was correct. The cellular data feature includes a gps capability, that’s how the marketeers can find you. Also, I always put...
Forum:
General Sailing Forum
20-04-2022, 10:41
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29
Planning to sail from NY to Miami fall 2002 - advice please
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2,805
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Stmurray62
Re: Planning to sail from NY to Miami fall 2002 - advice please
I’d defer from Pt Washington, not because of marina, but because you will need to round the “Battery” (lower Manhattan) and traverse the East River and the infamous Hell Gate and big current., not...
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General Sailing Forum
20-04-2022, 10:21
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19
US Cruising Permit for Canadian (and state tax question)
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4,691
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Stmurray62
Re: US Cruising Permit for Canadian (and state tax question)
Also, in Florida, if a non Florida resident, you get the 90 day “permit” then an additional 90 days for $450 fee. Too bad your broker didn’t advise you, as you could have kept the boat in FL (tax...
Forum:
Navigation
14-04-2022, 19:46
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11
1979 Ritchie Navigator compass rebuild
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1,138
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: 1979 Ritchie Navigator compass rebuild
Try Youngs Marine Services in Wakefield, NH
603 312 4237
I’ve sent compasses to them for repair and they came back looking like new!!!
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Crew Positions: Wanted & Available
10-04-2022, 12:39
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15
Crew Wanted:
Delivery Newport to Panama
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3,233
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: Delivery Newport to Panama
I’m also looking for crew; NYC to Miami
40 ft sailboat (mono hull).
All expenses paid
Depart on or about 4/25
Good opportunity for someone to get some free ASA instruction, as I am a certified...
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Crew Positions: Wanted & Available
10-04-2022, 12:33
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2
Crew Wanted:
NYC to FL
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823
Posted By
Stmurray62
NYC to FL
Crew needed for delivery from NYC to Amelia Island, FL, with possible continuation onto Miami.
Departure day April 25, or so. 40 Ft Sailboat.
Captain is USCG Master 100 and ASA certified...
Forum:
Powered Boats
09-04-2022, 17:49
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44
BEST POWER BOAT FOR THE THORNY PATH
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6,573
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: BEST POWER BOAT FOR THE THORNY PATH
I very much agree, forget the go fast outboards and get a smallish trawler type or lobster boat type vessel such as a True North, Back Cove or even a Sabre….
Forum:
Powered Boats
09-04-2022, 17:46
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44
BEST POWER BOAT FOR THE THORNY PATH
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6,573
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: BEST POWER BOAT FOR THE THORNY PATH
Why not look at a 34 Mainship (rum runner), a back cove, a True North, or a Sabre, all except the Sabre have a single diesel inboard with great range and good comfort.
The are other boats like the...
Forum:
General Sailing Forum
08-04-2022, 17:08
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31
Marina recommendations - Florida Atlantic coast
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4,784
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: Marina recommendations - Florida Atlantic coast
Try Loveridge yacht services at Harbortown Marina in Ft Pierce, FL
Forum:
Crew Positions: Wanted & Available
27-03-2022, 16:53
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21
Crew Wanted:
How to Plan Airfaire Home
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2,865
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: How to Plan Airfaire Home
Don’t buy ticket before the arrival unless it is fully refundable. Also, the owner is responsible to pay for the ticket (re:Jones Act). Doesn’t matter If you are paid or unpaid/volunteer crew. So,...
Forum:
Monohull Sailboats
19-03-2022, 17:07
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6
Info on Hardin 50
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1,104
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: Info on Hardin 50
I’ve only been involved in a 48 Harden. Very sturdy well built boat. However, I did not like the deck stopped mast (on a 48???, give me a break!). Also, there was NO compression post (this was a...
Forum:
Marine Electronics
15-03-2022, 20:28
Replies:
24
AIS to iPad: how to?
Views:
7,283
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: AIS to iPad: how to?
I recently acquired a Quark AIS/gps receiver (about 2 inches b 4 inches by 1 inch. Connects to 12vdc. It has a Wi-Fi antenna, a vhf antenna connector and connects wirelessly to my iPad and...
Forum:
General Sailing Forum
09-02-2022, 22:44
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42
North Carolina Marina Recommendations
Views:
5,474
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: North Carolina Marina Recommendations
In Beaufort, NC, investigate Beaufort Docks. Great walking access to restaurants, etc. They also offer courtesy vehicles. Fuel is available at individual at slips.
Fairly close to Morehead City
Forum:
Powered Boats
01-01-2022, 15:50
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17
Aquila 44 coming out of charter / Any suggestions?
Views:
4,375
Posted By
Stmurray62
Re: Aquila 44 coming out of charter / Any suggestions?
I’m a delivery captain, made this trip several times. I don’t recommend going north of 🇵🇷 Puerto Rico. Stay on south side. Stops for fuel May be unnecessary because of prevailing east wind and...
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