Search results

Keep in mind the data given is no more than the result with a particular boat at a particular time (or average times) in a particular place. Because you may have the same make/model boat and engine as another who posts their data does not signify your boat will do the same. Why? Two identical...

Yes, one way to get lost communicating is to cherry pick statements. Your pick, and conclusion, does not consider the original prior statement. :idea Aye.

Very sorry. Cannot let these C-Dory ideas rest, unopposed. Safety aboard a boat is more dependent on the boat than the operator(s). In a heavy following sea, a heavy low open transom is a good thing. In a heavy following sea, a flat sterned hull providing lift is a good thing. Slow speed in...

Kudos for agreement that form follows function. Please realize an underpowered planing hull eboat (Ex: a C-Dory) that cannot exceed a speed greater than single digits would be considered unsafe in all but calm seas with little or no ability to outrun or out maneuver worsening weather...

With weather patterns changing faster and being more severe, about a half hour joy ride is going to be all you're going to get. So what's the problem? Aye.

Query the logic of designing an eboat with a planing hull (Ex: C-Dory) and placing needed heavy batteries for range with a goal of cruising at 5 - 7 knots and a top speed (to avoid bad weather, current, wind or seas) of not much more. IMHO, the logic of "form follows function" says choose a...

Yes, it's here now. A 24’ IB boat: https://arcboats.com/arc-one Want one? Get in line... Aye.

The boat industry has no control (and cannot estimate) nor should they, over the "stuff" you choose to put in your boat. This includes all liquids (yes, beer - this stuff is heavy), clothing, accessory marine electronics, safety gear, food, cooking ware, anchor/mooring gear, clothing...

I used to wonder about the same until I discovered it could be done at my local landfill and garbage dump. Other places to check in your area are truck stops, farm co-ops or feed mills and sand/gravel yards. This information is good to know before you tow. Aye.

Yea, rock fish. Not knowing, wouldn't go there either. It just sounds tough to eat. Aye.

It should not surprise anyone that tastes differ; it's a rather personal trait. Being one of our 5 basic senses, maybe 7 if you count proprioception and balance, taste not only differs between different people, it differs in ourselves. Ever have the same food item prepared the same way at two...

Until I hooked and landed an 8 lb Sheepshead, in the backwaters of Little St Simons Island, GA this winter, I thought Sea Bass (store bought :oops:) was the best. Not anymore. The coating: mix it up, slather it on dried skinned filets 2 T mayo 2 T rice vinegar 4 t kosher salt 2 t paprika 2 - 3...

I also used to be a rag-baggin' dark side fog stuck in port sailboter. But I did have ample storage aboard for a handy stern anchor. Now, in the light, once converted to a downsized outboard powerboat, which took an entire week, storage came at a premium including the stern anchor. Thus, I...

Electronic gadgets aside, a lot of information about twin engine rpm synchronization can be had by simply using your ears. When they are in synch, they harmonize. Find it at various speeds. Then intentionally briefly unsynch them and notice the difference in sound. Then look at your...

When to "Hang It Up"? Sorry, Pat, to learn of your injury and required unpleasant recovery. No one wants to be injured doing something they enjoy, even hear of another's misfortune. And, yes, accidents do happen. Also, it happens we have a part in our own fate; when our dreams and aspirations...

Was the Singapore based ship under command of a federal, state or foreign based pilot? Does it make a difference in what occurred and/or liability? After realizing the ship was out of control, it seems a promptly issued Mayday prevented extra catastrophe warning shore based responders to block...

IMHO, if anybody values self-preservation, self-ambulation and the like, follow Dirty Harry's good advice. Aye.

My octogenarian (+) thoughts on this: 1. "Disappointment" is far better than serious injury or worse. 2. Younger more nimble persons injure themselves by falls boarding, on board and disembarking boats (my experiences over decades). 3. Your guilt, if your parent is injured, from...

To ratchet up making a vacuum bagged carbon fiber structure to support a bow anchor, take a look at a hi-tech refined process to handle the demands of a 280 mph hi-tech automobile wheel. This amazing material saves weight, increases strength over steel and aluminum...

Good intentions sometimes have unintended consequences. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/kf3XUDCS1_g What you want may not be what you get. Aye.