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Forum: Monohull Sailboats 15-08-2016, 14:42
Replies: 41
Views: 4,962
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Currency used while aboard ?

Depends on where you're planning to sail. Most of the world seems to be up to speed with ATMs & VISA; however we never depend on it.

When we recently sailed to Cuba, we took US Dollars as well...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 02-08-2016, 06:06
Replies: 6
Views: 1,146
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: spares list

All marinized engine parts - including a spare mixing elbow, salt water pump, fresh water pump, impeller annually etc. One of the more unusual things we replaced was the throttle linkeage -- major...
Forum: Navigation 15-06-2016, 08:46
Replies: 12
Views: 7,414
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Fort Lauderdale to Charleston

You can definitely jump out and do it in one shot. We opted for the two day at a time route. Be aware there may be a lot of ship traffic, which requires alert watchstanders. Two people is doable,...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 15-05-2016, 07:19
Replies: 95
Views: 32,476
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Amel or island packet?

Interesting choice! I woudn't have thought the Amel would compare with an Island Packet. Very interesting that Amel's are less expensive? Doesn't seem quite right for comparable vintage and size. ...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 03-05-2016, 18:13
Replies: 30
Views: 8,781
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: A solid blue water cruiser

We met a couple in a bright red 27' bluewater sailboat with two boys, ages 8 & 10 in Portobello, Panama. They left from England and were getting ready to transit the Panama Canal and head across the...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 24-04-2016, 05:33
Replies: 4
Views: 3,107
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Guatemala/Rio Dulce to Florida; any suggestions?

We hopped up the coast, checked in to Belize at Big Creek (Placencia) ate some of Tutti Frutti's amazing homemade gelato, then on up, anchored at Caye Caulker, took a water taxi up to San Pedro...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 15-04-2016, 05:38
Replies: 10
Views: 1,658
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Raritan II handle goes slack

That happened to us ... after replacing everything short of the entire pump assembly, a Raritan tech told us to replace the O Ring inside the pump. Haven't had trouble since. Not sure if it's the...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 10-04-2016, 08:56
Replies: 32
Views: 4,998
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Let me introduce myself and hopefully gain some knowledge from you.

You're getting some good boat recommendations, I'm sure you'll do your homework when it comes to bluewater boats. Sailing a Passport 37, the only point we disagree with above is the "need" for a 50'...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 09-04-2016, 05:24
Replies: 122
Views: 27,889
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Are my anchors obsolete? CQR 60 Lbs, Delta 55 Lbs, Bruce 20 kg

Are you dragging regularly? If not, marketing has gotten to you. I note you do not mention Spade, our anchor of choice, but even more expensive.

Our buddy boat throughout the Western Caribbean...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 02-04-2016, 05:54
Replies: 20
Views: 8,126
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Recommended First Aid Kits

We talked to our doctor. David has a tendency to get bronchitis and I get sinus infections - so we carry broad spectrum antibiotics to cover both. Another broad spectrum antibiotic for skin...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 31-03-2016, 05:48
Replies: 14
Views: 3,151
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Florida Boat Insurance.

We switched to Jackline through IMIS last year. Last hurricane season our 37' boat was on the hard in Marathon/Keys. This hurricane season it will be "laid up afloat" at Regatta Pointe Marina in...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 27-02-2016, 07:50
Replies: 26
Views: 9,197
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Boat registration NY or Florida

In Florida when your boat is 30 years old, if it has original propulsion, you can register to be an "Antique" vessel and you only pay for the sticker, not for annual registration. Just inquire at...
Forum: Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape 27-02-2016, 04:47
Replies: 26
Views: 9,197
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Boat registration NY or Florida

Adding to SkipMac's response ... we bought our boat in MD and paid MD state tax and were MD registered. Documented the boat while in MD.

Brought the boat to FL literally six months and two days...
Forum: Marinas 18-02-2016, 06:33
Replies: 14
Views: 4,517
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Marinas around Charlotte Harbor (Punta Gorda)?

We sailed Charlotte Harbor for many years with a 5 1/2' draft. It's basically 10 miles E to W and 10 miles N to S. So no matter what the wind direction, you can sail Charlotte Harbor. And if the...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 14-02-2016, 07:01
Replies: 2
Views: 1,128
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Looking for Right Broker/Best Place to Sell Cruising Sailboat

Don't know about brokers, but we were told that bluewater boats bring 10-15% more in Annapolis than Florida. Anyone know if that's true? Thx!
Forum: Meets & Greets 10-02-2016, 17:48
Replies: 28
Views: 2,583
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: I'm new and I have so many questions...

Welcome Jason!

Not specific to catamarans, but family cruising.... Here are a couple of family blogs that might be of interest to you ... one family (Totem) is working their way back from South...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 10-02-2016, 17:38
Replies: 16
Views: 5,172
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Seaward Princess range unknown part

Why not ask Seaward? They're no longer in business as I understand it, but Sure Marine in Seattle was able to supply parts for my out of production Seaward Hillerange - ask for Graham or Todd, "stove...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 08-02-2016, 05:01
Replies: 23
Views: 5,850
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Belize: Assault and Robbery at Sea

Very sad. When we were there, there were alot of dinghies stolen in the Drowned Cayes, just off Belize City, but a good hidey hole from northers. Now it seems crimes have become more serious and...
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 07-02-2016, 07:09
Replies: 34
Views: 6,933
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Hobbies?

You'll enjoy cruising Mexico (or anywhere) more if you can communicate with the locals. Learning Spanish (or French) is a good hobby - and will enhance your cruising experiences. Try the app...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 05-02-2016, 07:05
Replies: 188
Views: 24,730
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Visibility While at Anchor

Depends on where you're anchored. When there are no shore lights to confuse the issue -- like anchored on the Rio Chagres, or even the Everglades/10,000 Islands in the dark of night with fishermen...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 02-02-2016, 04:54
Replies: 42
Views: 12,550
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Balmar (and other premuim) alternator worth the expense?

When we wanted to upgrade from a 55 amp alternator to a 110 amp version, our diesel mechanic recommended a standard off the shelf Delco alternator. We put it in, bought a spare because we were...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 19-01-2016, 06:00
Replies: 4
Views: 2,134
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Differences in Dinghy Length

We started cruising and enjoyed every minute with an 8'+ rollup Caribe dinghy and an overpowered 8 hp 2 stroke. After 3 years, we ordered a 9' aluminum RIB from AB, only recently added a 9.9 Yamaha,...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 18-01-2016, 04:54
Replies: 33
Views: 6,560
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Marina slips in the keys

Stock Island Marina Village can accommodate 58' and 6'8" draft easily - there's an 86' Nordhaven on G Dock right now along with a couple other larger yachts. Busy place this time of year, though. ...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 17-01-2016, 18:36
Replies: 33
Views: 6,560
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Marina slips in the keys

Stock Island Marina Village, just outside of Key West. Nice new marina. Floating concrete docks. Shuttle vans to downtown KW, 3.4 miles away. Great base!
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 08-01-2016, 17:31
Replies: 17
Views: 2,662
Posted By sv Winterlude
Re: Need help on finding a good yacht yard in Florida

Maybe try Charlotte Harbor Boat Storage (https://www.charlotteharborboatstorage.com/)? West coast of Florida - off Charlotte Harbor just north of Ft Myers. Not sure about storage with mast up, but...
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