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Thanks John. I did leave out a major preference for the laptop though; A 12 volt power supply, or at least a 12 volt charger, so I can use it on the boat without getting an inverter. Thanks, Law

Hi All, I have done a search, on this subject , but can't find a difinitive answer, so here goes. What is the reliable and robust laptop to use on a C-Dory? Of coarse I'll want to use it for trip planning and for a back up for the C-80 system, but I also need it to be as fast as possible, and...

Roger that Nancy H. Caution and allowing time for un-expected layovers is why I'm going to do the passage solo, and fly my wife to Ketchikan to meet me there. She'll also fly back from there so we can enjoy her 2 week vacation cruising around Alaska together. Then I'll boat back to Whidbey...

Would some of you experienced C-Dory sailors tell me how many underway hours does it take for the trip from the San Juans to Ketchikan? We'll be going in a 22' Cruiser with a 90 Yamy EFI, in the early part of June. Thanks, Law

Thanks Sneaks, but I Googled for "Outback" antennas, and couldn't find anything. Is this a brand name or a design? Thanks Again, Law

I need some advice from Hams on how best to rig an antenna for SWL on my new 22 Cruiser. I've tried a 10' CB whip that was mounted on a pick-up truck, with no success. I need an effiecient antenna to feed my Drake R8B, while cruising the Inside Passage and SE Alaska, and a way to protect the...

I'm not sure if this the right place to put this, but because of the interest of some, I'll take a chance and post this link. I have no connection with this site or these people, I just receive e-mails from them listing their boats. http://www.frenchcreekboatsales.com/det ... ber=PF1527 Law

You guys are Great; more good advice. Actually, I read Deliverance many years ago, and I think all who venture out, away from civilization, should have that book on their "must read" list. They would then understand the value in bringing shot guns,(or other means of protection along), with the...

Thanks Jim, for the good info. Law

Thanks for the good info Larry and Dan. That nav info about the ebb tide crossing is very valuable. Have any of the C-Dory group crossed from the banana belt to PWS in their little boat? That seems to be a loooong stretch with no hidey holes to slip into in case a storm suddenly blows in, or...

Pat - I won't try it without being properly registered, or being properly dis-armed either. Thanks for that advice. I've talked to Les about getting all legaled up before sailing anywhere. Law

Pat - I'm sure this sounds naive, but it seems fairly simple to head up the inside passage to Alaska. My plan is : 1. Don't get run over 2. Don't run over any thing 3. Be aware of the currents and Tides 4. Have paper charts, for backing up all those fancy schmancy, every thing talks to every...

Spirit - Les doesn't know when the boat will be ready. When I know that date, I'll let you know. Cruising with you guys would be great. We are trying to co-ordinate lots of things, so plans haven't gelled time wise yet; we'll keep you posted. Law

Outside of Kactovik, Alaska, where I worked as a plant manager, for a time, one of the guys on the crew had been attacked by a stunted grizzly. It seems the bear, when it was young, had gotten a loop of tent cord wrapped around it's neck. As the bear grew the cord tightened, cutting into the...

We sent the check off to Les yesterday, for our new 22 C-Dory, and now are making plans for our shake down cruise. We'll travel from Louisiana back to Whidbey island to pick up the boat, and cruise around Pueget Sound for a few days, before heading up to Alaska. The boat won't be registered...

Thank you for the invite Hal C. On, I really enjoyed reading your adventure with the lock. I hope we can resist buying a boat till then. Our loan has been approved, and I just spent over an hour talking to Les about all the stuff we want on the boat. I think we might have to jump on a new boat...

Many heartfelt thanks to you guys for breaking trail for us, during this first time boat buying experience. In the particularly lucid moments before becoming fully awake this morning, I thought to my self " are you really going to drop 45 big ones on something you know so precious little...

Thanks to all for the good information. A guy can learn a lot in a short time around here :) We are now looking in earnest for THE boat. Any coments or opinions on the following topics would be very helpful: 1. Where is the best place to look for financing? 2. Where is the best for...

Hi - We really appreciate this site and all the friendly and informative posts. The C-Dory 22 Cruiser seems to be the ideal boat for our needs, and now we need some questions answered about actual ownership issues. Our boat will be trailered except for weekend launches, and vacations. 1...