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Yeah, keep it quiet. He'd probably want to call a meeting of the Board of Directors to re-evaluate his compensation package . . . The current package, however, virtually insures he will not end up with Jeff Skillings fate. (That would sort of put a damper on the fishing trips, wouldn't it . ...

JUST AS I PREDICTED! Within 7 hours there were two offers for rides! Of course Tim is in Seatlle, one offer was in VA, and the other in AZ. But I'm sure the offers are sincere; Tim just needs to add a plane ride to the boat ride! Other offers appeared later, so I'm sure Tim will be out on the...

You posted this about 45 minutes ago. Despite the hour, I can virtually guarantee you'll have multiple offers for rides within the next few days or so. How do I know? I'm in roughly the same position as you, except reversed. Grew up in Seattle, took lessons in El Toros, crewed for sailboat...

I would like to second the recommendation for PassageMaker Magazine. Admittedly, it is aimed toward larger trawler types, but C-Dory does advertize regularly in there as well. I believe they have mentioned an upcoming review of the C-Ranger Tug. Even among the trawler population there have been...

Larry - I'll give you a different perspective, because I'm just about 6 months ahead of you. Exactly the same questions! (Although I do have some dinghy sailing, Puget Sound sail boat racing (crew on 30' years ago), and crewing on a Santa Cruz 27 in S.F. Bay and local ocean (whoa, what a...

SAVING THIS INFO: Sea Wolf suggested collecting this information in a way that would make it more accessible for newbies (and others) to find in the future. As a CD wannabe, I couldn't agree more. Here's a simple suggestion: (1) I'd prefer that this information not be extracted and...

I don't want to be a 'wet blanket' (pun intended), and don't want to start a flame war (pun intended) . . . However, I am not a lawyer, and know little about internet-based libel or slander laws, but I'd be very cautious about making unsubstantiated 'hints' like the one contained in this...

This would be a different poll, but I wonder how many read via e-mail, and how many via the on-line forum? I always read the forum itself. This gives me the choice of going to the site at my convenience, and browsing through the threads of interest. When I log on, I find a note at the upper...

C-Dory owner, or wannabe? Or spammer? ejg

And the pics are where? ejg Edit #1: OK, found them. They are under "Recent C-Dory Photos", For Sale Pics. A link would probably be helpful. This seems like a rather obscure place to find the pics without a link. Looks very interesting - wish my finances were in order! Edit #2: I've been...

Walmart's hospitality may be laudable, but not without its problems. FYI: A recent news piece on TV (can't remember location) reported the added burden on local law enforcement. They were getting calls -regularly- (often daily, sometimes several times daily) regarding behaviors (noise...

Ahem! Harrumph! Pardon me . . . This thread seems to have drifted a bit from its original topic . . . This is an important issue for many owners (and wannabe's), so maybe it would be helpful to get back on track, or take the other conversations into the next room. Sorry for interrupting...

Valkerie is infinitely more experienced than I, but I'd certainly take issue with this quote. It may be consistent with his personal experience (to date), but golf umbrellas have been notoriously effective attractors, with tragic consequences. I can't imagine any antenna being immune from...

Here is one totally naive viewpoint . . . No boat; taking USPS Seamanship class as we speak. Tues night the topic was anchoring and mooring. The instructor reviewed all the types of anchors, including advantages in mud, sand, rocks, sea grass, etc. These features, along with weight, cost...

Wow! What a fantastic thread!! My wife and I are CD wannabe's. We have both taken the very intro USPS class, and are currently half-way through the intermediate seamanship classes (8 weeks; 101 and 102). We've also been to a CD dinner (thanks B~C) and gathering (thanks Helen O'), out on a few...

I've enjoyed the thought-provoking give and take in this thread! As most of you realize, flame wars can get nasty in a hurry. If this thread is an example of a 'disagreement', it's the mildest flame war I've ever seen! :wink: I particularly appreciated Sea Wolf's reminiscence of his old...

Byrdman wrote: No, you're not the only one! Suggestion: We all depend on this site being available regularly. On the other hand, the moderators should not feel guilty if they take a few days off and problems arise. (Well, maybe they should feel a little guilty . . . ) We may have missed our...

During the gas shortage in the 1970's, Shell placed a full page ad in the Seattle Times to explain the price increases. I'm still kicking myself for not archiving the ad. I can't remember the numbers, but they broke down the price increase, say $.37 per gallon. A few cents went to the...

Shilshole access: I worked as a marina attendant at Shilshole while in college (1965 - 1968). During the summer we leased a garbage truck and emptied the garbage from the docks. The truck included a compactor that we used regularly as the holding container filled up. About once a week the waste...

I hope it is clear I am not trying to throw stones here. I can understand how you'd be upset during a difficult situation, possibly confused about additional (unseen?) damage, and so on. At the same time, since you raised the issue, it seems to me like a thought-provoking issue for each of us...