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Rollins
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Initially Posted - 08/19/2003 :  21:47:45  Show Profile
Several weeks ago, I posted on this forum about a bad day sailing; one where the wind overpowered my Cat 25 and I; causing much concern on the part of my crew (the wife). The counseling I got from this forum was nothing short of fantastic, and I just wanted to drop another note to say thanks again to all who gave advice.

Ironically, two weekends later, I went back out with a different crew (a friend and first-time sailor). Yeah, I know, seems like I love to embarrass myself, huh? When we got to the lake, almost the EXACT conditions as the ‘bad day’ – white caps, waves and a lot of wind. This time, I took time to dig out the reefing lines the PO left in the boat, rigged the lines, and learned to reef the main for the first time, in the safety of my slip at the marina. I moved the genoa cars further back, tightened the foot of my 110% jib, and eased the main out some with the traveler. It’s almost unbelievable what a difference a few simple adjustments can make. We sailed just under 5 knots all day, with moderate heel and had a blast. I saw other boats with a full main and a belly in the jib, and they were really laid over.

Anyway, I cannot tell you how grateful I am, and how much this has boosted my confidence. So I wanted to take another opportunity to say thank you.

Mike
1989 Cat 25 SR/WK - Wind Walker
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Response Posted - 08/19/2003 :  22:57:52  Show Profile  Visit John G-'s Homepage
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I'm glad you had a great sail and that you can sail your C25 in more challenging conditions. I didn’t respond to your post as I saw many others had said what I would have. The C25 can sail in a lot of conditions if you know the tricks. Reefing, of course, is common to all sloops but the sailors here are experienced with your boat and have seen the conditions you are encountering.
Our forum is a great asset for “newbies” and old hands alike. There is always something new and strange out there but with the membership of the [url="http://www.catalina25-250.org/index2.html"]C25/C250 National Association[/url] some one has seen it before.
I hope you have joined the [url="http://www.catalina25-250.org/index2.html"]C25/C250 National Association[/url]
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Response Posted - 08/19/2003 :  23:21:50  Show Profile
Hey Mike... We're all learning here! Stick around, and one day you'll be a Master Marine Consultant, telling new owners how to rig and handle their boats!

Dave Bristle - 1985 C-25 #5032 SR-FK-Dinette-Honda "Passage" in SW CT
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jwilliams
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Response Posted - 08/21/2003 :  00:49:33  Show Profile
Hey Mike,

Yessssirrr, that's what I'm talking about!

Great story.

But (there's always a but) I have learned that just about the time I think I have it figured out, something happens that kicks me in the a__ __! Or, something happens that ain't supposed to happen.

You rig up, and go out and do the thing you usually do, but today you only get 5kts and yesterday you got 6, and the wind is the same!

I'm philosophical about it, even when buddy Paul overtakes and outruns me by 10 boat lengths. Yeah, right, I got your philosophical right here!

Keep trying and learning, Mike.


Jim Williams
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jeffj
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Response Posted - 08/21/2003 :  01:39:18  Show Profile
Very good stuff. It just reminds me that the more I learn, the less I actually know. Does that make sense? Anyway, let's all keep sailing and having a good time on the water while we can.

Jeff J.
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