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Construction, Maintenance & Refit
03-03-2020, 14:07
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Transom hardware identify and positioning
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MSN-Travelers
Re: Transom hardware identify and positioning
The picture doesn't show "A" clear enough to make a good guess. The hardware on both stern corners should be identical. These look to be something the previous owner installed and they don't match....
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Monohull Sailboats
03-08-2019, 16:02
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Upgrading, looking to compare makes/models
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1,986
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MSN-Travelers
Re: Upgrading, looking to compare makes/models
Hey Dave,
I had to chuckle when I read your post. I started with a MacGregor 26M with a 50HP o/b on the stern. Loved that boat . . . until we moved it to the Great Lakes (Lake Michigan). Less...
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General Sailing Forum
31-12-2016, 19:10
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Lake Michigan, any place to anchor for a night?
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69,748
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MSN-Travelers
Re: Lake Michigan, any place to anchor for a night?
We sail Lake Michigan extensively (out of Milwaukee). The Wisconsin side has virtually nothing where you can "drop the hook" and spend the night between Chicago and Sturgeon Bay. Anchorages start at...
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Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape
16-07-2016, 19:58
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Mooring Balls in the Great Lakes
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9,172
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MSN-Travelers
Re: Mooring Balls in the Great Lakes
Betsie "bay" Lake, Frankfort, MI has a "special anchorage area" listed on the navigation charts. My experience is in Milwaukee, WI where the the charts list the same type area north & south of the...
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Engines and Propulsion Systems
12-04-2016, 07:52
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Universal M25 cuts out after 6 minutes.
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3,887
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MSN-Travelers
Re: Universal M25 cuts out after 6 minutes.
+1 on fuel system restriction/blockage. Start at either the engine and work back to the tank or in the tank & work towards the engine.
We had a similar experience and found a blockage at the...
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Seamanship & Boat Handling
13-10-2015, 08:22
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What is considered a normal degree of heeling?
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26,883
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MSN-Travelers
Re: What is considered a normal degree of heeling?
Seems like you have a two-part question:
1) What is a "normal" degree of heel? and 2) Did I chicken out and shorten sail too soon?
1) Every boat has a sweet spot where the hull will allow the...
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General Sailing Forum
26-07-2015, 11:48
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What does "cruising" mean?
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5,350
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MSN-Travelers
Re: What does "cruising" mean?
A question that will get you, at best, a subjective answer. Kinda like asking what a "blue water" boat is. I suspect you already think "cruising" means being away from your home port for several...
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Marine Electronics
02-07-2015, 19:47
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AIS Range
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7,039
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MSN-Travelers
Re: AIS Range
My AIS receive is a function of my SH GX2150 vhf radio. Antenna is 40 feet up and I "see" class A transmitters 25-30 nm away.
Forum:
Monohull Sailboats
02-07-2015, 16:03
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Tattoo / MacGreogor 26 Power Sail Boat
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14,268
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MSN-Travelers
Re: Tattoo / MacGreogor 26 Power Sail Boat
Hi Hanker,
We were very satisfied MacGregor 26M owners for many years. It was our transitional boat from power boats and addressed our concerns about being stuck out on a lake if the wind died.
...
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Great Lakes
06-10-2014, 14:29
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4
Lake Superior/Apostle Islands
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3,101
Posted By
MSN-Travelers
Re: Lake Superior/Apostle Islands
We have used Superior Charters in Bayfield, WI when doing a bareboat in the Apostle Islands. We were very happy with them.
Superior Charters & Yacht Sales :: Lake Superior Apostle Islands...
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Great Lakes
24-09-2014, 09:13
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33
Is there a "Best" time of the Year to Cross?
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54,072
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MSN-Travelers
Re: Is there a "Best" time of the Year to Cross?
I'm a little late to this thread but I noticed that you really didn't get an answer to your question. For all the reasons already listed there isn't a "best" time. Some are better than others but...
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Marine Electronics
22-09-2014, 18:49
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Chartplotter installation
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1,923
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MSN-Travelers
Re: Chartplotter installation
I have this unit. I have it on a RAM mount at the pedestal and have had it there for a couple years. The RAM mount allows me to remove the chart plotter and stow it below when not in actual use.
...
Forum:
Our Community
24-04-2013, 20:51
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Where to Move to get into Sailing
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2,284
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MSN-Travelers
Re: Where to Move to get into Sailing
Why move at all? If you are just getting into sailing, why leave Detroit. You have Lake Erie to the east and Lake Huron to the north. Great location until you learn to sail and really know what you...
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Marine Electronics
24-04-2013, 20:42
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Integrating VHF and Entertainment System
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2,681
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MSN-Travelers
Re: Integrating VHF and Entertainment System
I've never seen an out-of-the-box device that does what you want.
My VHF (with RAM) lets me hear everything in the cockpit. My stereo system is AM/FM/CD/XM radio capable with speakers in the...
Forum:
General Sailing Forum
24-04-2013, 20:30
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Macgregor 26 Sailboat
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MSN-Travelers
Re: Macgregor 26 Sailboat
I am a former owner of a MacGregor 26M, water ballasted "power sailor". The boat is built and sold bare bones with the intent that the owner will add those upgrades that meet his/her specific needs....
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Training, Licensing & Certification
26-02-2013, 06:31
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Sailing school
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7,050
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MSN-Travelers
Re: Sailing school
The University of Colorado - Bolder has a sailing program
University of Colorado at Boulder (https://collegesailing.org/blog/teams/university-of-colorado-at-boulder/) Website:...
Forum:
Training, Licensing & Certification
24-02-2013, 19:38
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Sailing school
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7,050
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MSN-Travelers
Re: Sailing school
Don’t over read too much into course titles. ASA 101 teaches you the basics . . . what the pointy end is called, the difference between a rope and a line, the stuff you need to know in order to learn...
Forum:
Training, Licensing & Certification
24-02-2013, 18:09
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19
Sailing school
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7,050
Posted By
MSN-Travelers
Re: Sailing school
Early July. The temps get better later in the season but the winds tend to drop off too.
We were expected to have read, learned and practiced everything in the ASA 101 basic sailing book prior...
Forum:
Training, Licensing & Certification
23-02-2013, 19:21
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19
Sailing school
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7,050
Posted By
MSN-Travelers
Re: Sailing school
If you can afford the time, I would suggest San Juan Sailing out of Bellingham, WA. Sailing & Yachting Courses in Bellingham, WA | San Juan Sailing Inc...
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Mantus Anchors
11-02-2013, 18:54
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681
February Giveaway: Win a Mantus Anchor!
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80,391
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MSN-Travelers
Re: February CF Giveaway - Win a Mantus Anchor!
I think the 35# anchor would be great for the boat - 35 lbs Galvanized Steel Mantus Anchor - (https://mantusanchors.com/purchase-online/galvanized-steel-anchors/35-lbs-galvanized-steel-mantus-anchor/)...
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Great Lakes
25-09-2012, 07:10
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13
Great loop, bridge and lock costs
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12,600
Posted By
MSN-Travelers
Re: Great loop, bridge and lock costs
Lake Michigan marinas vary in price and are often influenced by being in/at a "tourist destination". The WI side of the lake has virtually nowhere to drop the hook south of Door County. The MI side...
Forum:
Great Lakes
10-09-2012, 17:38
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13
Recommendations for New Sailors
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2,153
Posted By
MSN-Travelers
Re: Recommendations for New Sailors
Hi Karl, welcome to the forum.
Our "starter boat" was a MacGregor 26M. It was great on inland lakes and sucked on Lake Michigan (heeled to 25-30 degrees in a heartbeat with the slightest puff...
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Monohull Sailboats
25-04-2012, 09:28
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2
Sailing the North Channel
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1,575
Posted By
MSN-Travelers
Re: Sailing the North Channel
We have an Oceanis 352. It is a transitional model that is based on the 351's hull and incorperates interior aspects of the 361 that was about to replace it. The 352 was produced for model years `97...
Forum:
Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany
21-04-2011, 14:13
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15
Traveling by Air with Lifejackets in the Luggage ?
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2,885
Posted By
MSN-Travelers
Re: Traveling by Air with Lifejackets in the Luggage ?
Have flown with ours in carry-on luggage a number of times. Always notified the ticket agent when we got our boarding passes. Never had a problem.
Forum:
Meets & Greets
11-04-2011, 11:25
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19
Starting Out in Chicago
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2,469
Posted By
MSN-Travelers
Re: Starting Out in Chicago
Hi Ash ...
You might get detailed, Chicago local, advice over at Anything Sailing - https://www.anything-sailing.com/ (https://www.anything-sailing.com/)
They have an active group of users that...
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