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coldducks
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Initially Posted - 04/05/2002 : 23:39:49

thank god we have a boat, big or small. we are among the LUCKY..dont you guys know that? instead of trying to fix every litte thing, we should just to enjoy what we have..dont you think?

COLDDUCKS
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Arlyn Stewart
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Response Posted - 04/06/2002 : 09:38:13

The C250 and many boats are produced rather spartan. Much is not there... to allow the purchaser to fit to suit. And, this fitting out depends on the sailing needs and wants of each buyer.

I cruise for a few weeks each summer and wouldn't think of doing it on one fresh out of the factory without needed mods.

Also, early hull numbers didn't have the benefit of evolvement and some of their systems were inadequate.

The list can get long, expensive and time consuming... Each year for the first few years that I cruised, I had a long list of additions. Five years later, I still have a list (shorter now) of changes, additions, wants....as well of course as maintenance.

If your thinking... out of the factory this is it... then I'm happy for you! But, your words chided those who are busy fitting out to suit...or fine tuning the handling, etc. The truth is...my C250's handling out of the factory stunk! It took effort to solve. If I hadn't done the mods to make it right... I wouldn't like my boat... or myself for not applying myself to the needs at hand. I certainly wouldn't have taken it on four 300+ mile cruises on the Great Lakes.

Those cruises have given my untold memories... and I hope there are many more to be had.... enough, I got to go finish repairing the center board that I hammered last summer... wearing a smile.

Arlyn C-250 W/B #224

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coldducks
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Response Posted - 04/06/2002 : 12:39:09

i agree wholeheartedly with you. it is fun to make changes to suit. it makes it your own...

COLDDUCKS
FANTASY #409 C250WK

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ssteakley
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Response Posted - 04/07/2002 : 00:14:23

I have to agree. When I took ownership of my 250 WK, it had uncontrolable weather helm. Without the benefit of this website and the counsel of several experienced sailors I would not have so quickly solved the problem and enjoyed winning my first and third race event. My wife is happier and evens takes the helm occassionaly and the little custom modifications we made for just recreational cruising have made all the difference in the enjoyment factor. Fun is the important key and if creating and changing the boat to suit individual needs makes it more fun than that is what it is all about.
Steve Steakley
"Moon Chaser" #385

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