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Forum: Marine Electronics 24-02-2024, 13:08
Replies: 28
Views: 6,652
Posted By Mogle
Re: PredictWind DataHub - Reviews?

Cheyne, To educate you:
PredictWind does not ship the DataHub with a printed manual. You can download a PDF file, this guide is old and made redundant.

They now promote an online guide:
...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 18-02-2024, 08:53
Replies: 387
Views: 49,989
Posted By Mogle
Re: Oceanvolt Servoprop regen tested by UMA

Very valid points. At one point we need to replace our trusted Volvo. Been thinking of Oceanvolts as an alternative. We do sail long distances, are often onboard the vessel for a relatively long...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 18-02-2024, 07:16
Replies: 387
Views: 49,989
Posted By Mogle
Re: Oceanvolt Servoprop regen tested by UMA

Valid point.

BUT - not everything comes down to DOLLAR and CENTS.

An EL engine onboard a sailing vessel changes the way you sail. Motor sailing becomes more fun ( as long as you have energy in...
Forum: Our Community 18-02-2024, 07:04
Replies: 346
Views: 39,791
Posted By Mogle
Re: Why do cruisers quit cruising?

If issues are a problem - you are better off on land. :thumb:
Forum: Marine Electronics 18-02-2024, 07:00
Replies: 28
Views: 6,652
Posted By Mogle
Re: PredictWind DataHub - Reviews?

The manual itself is ok. The problem comes when you compare the manual with the actual product. It does not match. Print screens and menu selections are incorrect.

One example is page 34 -...
Forum: Marine Electronics 18-02-2024, 04:58
Replies: 28
Views: 6,652
Posted By Mogle
Re: PredictWind DataHub - Reviews?

I just purchased it and got it delivered before the weekend. Now trying to set it up at home. If I had seen your post before purchase - I would have continued looking for alternatives. I agree with...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 06-11-2023, 07:29
Replies: 73
Views: 7,081
Posted By Mogle
Re: How much time do you spend waiting for weather windows?

This is a very valid point. A schedule does not mix with sailing. It takes the pleasure out of sailing. If you are short of time - it will impact your sailing in many ways, it can also put you at...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 06-11-2023, 07:14
Replies: 39
Views: 5,064
Posted By Mogle
Re: How many winches do I need?

You might not want to hear my answer! I got a 42" German Frers designed monohull with eight winches! One of the classics from the 1990's. I often sail solo - and I am using all the winches!

Our...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 16-09-2019, 07:41
Replies: 13
Views: 2,729
Posted By Mogle
Re: Inner forestay decision time

When my GS 42 was new, a removable forestay was an optional extra. I think the same is the case for the GS 50.

I would:
- Speak to the boatyard. I have found them very helpful.
- Look at other...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-07-2019, 07:31
Replies: 70
Views: 13,588
Posted By Mogle
Re: Options to minimize heeling?

I don't want to sound rude, but if you can't handle heeling, is sailing something for you and your wife. What about golf!

Every boat design is different. Newer designed monohulls will all heels....
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 16-07-2019, 07:18
Replies: 115
Views: 36,604
Posted By Mogle
Re: Watt & Sea Hydrogenerators

Let's kick the discussion back live.

W&S has later released their Pod 600. This unit is fixed under the hull. I think there are a few benefits and disadvantages to this solution.
+ Not so...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 15-07-2019, 07:31
Replies: 54
Views: 27,772
Posted By Mogle
Re: Cost of Fixing Teak Decking?

I don't know who you are aiming at!

Teak Decking Systems is not real teak - it some respect it looks like teak, but it is not the real thing. There are several systems out there trying to create...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 15-07-2019, 06:32
Replies: 54
Views: 27,772
Posted By Mogle
Re: Cost of Fixing Teak Decking?

Contact Barry Lovell at TLC Boat Repair at Conwy. https://www.tlc-boat-repair.co.uk/

Barry is known to do an excellent job. He is also doing other things that teak deck, even though that is his...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 02-07-2019, 10:45
Replies: 13
Views: 2,729
Posted By Mogle
Re: Inner forestay decision time

The bloke got a GS 50.

It is a technical rig. Whatever modification he is doing need to be within the limits of the existing rig.

I got running backstays on my GS 42. The GS 50 I sailed some...
Forum: Powered Boats 02-07-2019, 10:31
Replies: 25
Views: 3,500
Posted By Mogle
Re: Where to get "hands on" with list of potential boats?

Very valid point. BUT
Good live onboard boats are normally not charter boats. Good live onboard boats are too expensive, as they age, they are too old as a charter boat.

My advice is:
- Go...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 02-07-2019, 10:18
Replies: 13
Views: 2,729
Posted By Mogle
Re: Inner forestay decision time

Find another local refit guy! I got a GS 42, where I refitted both a removable forestay and a removable baby stay. Both installed for heavy weather sailing, both can be tensioned to whatever level...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 02-07-2019, 09:58
Replies: 12
Views: 11,854
Posted By Mogle
Re: Grand Soleil 52

I got the smaller version the GS 42, from 1990. Sails short or single handed. The main challenges are mooring. She is easy on the helm under the engine in tight corners. No problem with prop-walk or...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 02-07-2019, 09:12
Replies: 17
Views: 2,438
Posted By Mogle
Re: S/Y Herminia going green

Thank your updating the spec.

I still believe the hydro generators from Watt and Sea, especially the new P600 is a very good alternative charging your batteries.

Your these hydro generators...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 29-06-2019, 07:23
Replies: 4
Views: 2,939
Posted By Mogle
Re: GS 52 vs GS 45

As a GS 42, anno 1990 owner I would like to add a few comments. We have had the yacht for almost 10 years and love it. The build quality of this range from Grand Soleil is from a different world....
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 29-06-2019, 06:44
Replies: 17
Views: 2,438
Posted By Mogle
Re: S/Y Herminia going green

A great yacht, great article. Thanks.

I got a GS 42, same generation and designer. Had the yacht for 10 years with plenty of upgrades and refurbishment. The wife keeps asking for a solar panel. I...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 28-06-2019, 09:42
Replies: 14
Views: 1,710
Posted By Mogle
Talking Re: carribean cruiser choices

I am a Grand Soleil owner. Love them.

The Grand Soleil 39 is great but too small. Go for bigger and even older boat and upgrade or refurbish. If your job really pays well go for the new Grand...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 28-06-2019, 09:35
Replies: 17
Views: 2,438
Posted By Mogle
Re: S/Y Herminia going green

Very interesting read.
I am a owner of a GS 42, anno 1990. Done lots of upgrades and improvements. My wife keeps talking about solar panels. I refuse, I find them ugly and not that effective even...
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