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03-12-19, 00:19

Uricanejack replied to a thread “Where it can best be seen...” in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

I used to use an oil lamp from the fore stay. Replaced with a Battery LED lantern from a mountain equipment store hung from the forestry by a...

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02-12-19, 17:50

Uricanejack replied to a thread A kick up the eighties.....the scent of a Sigma. in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

If it wasn’t for an 80s boat with a few annoying drips and a slight pong. I wouldn’t have a boat and wouldn’t be going sail at all. Fabric bits...

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30-11-19, 10:26

Uricanejack replied to a thread Racing waterproof trousers in Yacht Racing, Tech and Design

Can you get waterproof spandex:)

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26-11-19, 17:17

Uricanejack replied to a thread Boat value relative to personal worth. in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

Who cares? Just don’t tell my wife, I am worth more dead than alive.:)

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25-11-19, 14:02

Uricanejack replied to a thread Red Funnel Captain in "is a bit arrogant" shocker... in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

Judges are famous for the independence of their judgments. Often resulting in public outcry's when they show leniency. Judges often know more about...

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24-11-19, 10:31

Uricanejack replied to a thread Crew winched to safety after 70-ft yacht sinks in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

I hadn't seen any post in this thread criticising "Clipper"

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24-11-19, 10:25

Uricanejack replied to a thread Alternatives to Clipper? in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

I had quick look, unfortunately closed on Jan 20 2019 Maybe I will have better luck next time:)

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23-11-19, 11:13

Uricanejack replied to a thread Alternatives to Clipper? in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

I hope you enjoy it. I contacted them myself just out of idle curiosity. I concluded it was just to expensive for me. Prior to the recent...

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23-11-19, 10:36

Uricanejack replied to a thread Red Funnel Captain in "is a bit arrogant" shocker... in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

Which one was the Atalanta? He of Big Red Tanker infamy? If I remember right. He was charged and found guilty of what was effectively a nautical...

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23-11-19, 07:16

Uricanejack replied to a thread Red Funnel Captain in "is a bit arrogant" shocker... in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

Yes I was being flippant. The vast majority of times I would be opposed to prosecution or persecution:) I accept errors are made and accidents...

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22-11-19, 17:45

Uricanejack replied to a thread Red Funnel Captain in "is a bit arrogant" shocker... in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

I don’t like the prosecution of mariners incidents. I believe it does little or nothing to prevent accidents. I read the MAIB report when it came...

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21-11-19, 08:36

Uricanejack replied to a thread Dismasted in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

Not inertia. While Inertia may have an effect. The main reason the boat rolls faster is the change in the centre of gravity. The weight of the...

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20-11-19, 05:50

Uricanejack replied to a thread Irish Coast Guard suspend operations in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

Yes it does. I doubt there is much difference in government process. The approval process was frustratingly long. Often made no sense. Particularly...

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20-11-19, 05:10

Uricanejack replied to a thread Irish Coast Guard suspend operations in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

Don’t know Ireland. Despite a recommendation from TSB. It took Transport Canada almost 4 years to approve any inflatable life jackets. The hold up...

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20-11-19, 03:25

Uricanejack replied to a thread Cutting inspection "hole" in mast - possible, or downright stupid? in Practical Boat Owner's Reader to Reader

I’m certainly not an expert. However I would think yes on both counts. My thought if the mast is intended to have a hole in it will have been done...

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20-11-19, 03:11

Uricanejack replied to a thread A good book on Diesel engines for beginners? in Practical Boat Owner's Reader to Reader

Thanks found mine

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20-11-19, 02:49

Uricanejack replied to a thread Fuel lines... Copper pipe or hose? in Practical Boat Owner's Reader to Reader

Common practice even on very small commercial vessels to have duel filters, with a simple switch over on fuel and lubrication filters. A requirement...

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20-11-19, 02:17

Uricanejack replied to a thread Does anyone still (a) use, and or (b) carry aboard, any or all of these? in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

Amazon is great for finding odd things I can’t get anywhere else, If I was to check my mum and dads house I’m sure I find some tinned butter...

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20-11-19, 02:07

Uricanejack replied to a thread Round Britain... Where would you choose to start in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

My first sailing experience ever, A training vessel North Sea fishing boat with sails, the name of which escapes me. A trip up and down the Tyne from...

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19-11-19, 23:40

Uricanejack replied to a thread Round Britain... Where would you choose to start in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

Where do you live? Pick a convenient location near by or as near by as practical. I suppose the cost of lifting on and of a truck is proportional...

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19-11-19, 23:29

Uricanejack replied to a thread Crew winched to safety after 70-ft yacht sinks in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

The wording is strange. However, comforting to know you could depart with the main saloon flooded if you were inclined to do so. :)

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