IStream 1,103 #1 Posted September 12, 2018 Since I don't have a drone or friends on boats with cameras, I figured I'd start a thread for those poor souls who're boat-proud but similarly deprived. Here's ours in full lazy family cruising mode at the Rosario dock with sails tightly stowed in case of hurricane, dinghy at the ready to abandon ship, and hammock deployed in anger. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SloopJonB 4,404 #2 Posted September 12, 2018 My latest boat on delivery day - 5 minutes from home. A full winter's worth of projects awaits. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IStream 1,103 #3 Posted September 12, 2018 I can't wait to follow your progress on this one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex W 113 #4 Posted September 12, 2018 This is our boat in cruising mode at Friday Harbor. This was a week after we bought it, and the first day that we sailed it. Sunshade deployed, no sail cover because the one that came with the boat didn't fit, and a dinghy tied up to the stern. I took this one on the same trip from halfway up the mast while we were motoring. I don't remember why I climbed the mast while underway, but it doesn't require a drone! We entered a fog bank an hour after this photo was taken and were closer than was comfortable to a container ship. AIS was installed later that evening... 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kdh 61 #5 Posted September 12, 2018 Just before being splashed in 2006. 9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Max Rockatansky 176 #7 Posted September 12, 2018 Rubbin’ ‘er bottom Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris Cringle 408 #8 Posted September 12, 2018 Not sailing last weekend in the Fox Island Thoroughfare, Penobscot Bay, Maine. Fall, best light for photos, is here. 16 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ajax 925 #9 Posted September 12, 2018 Me and a sistership anchored...but taken with a drone! 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DDW 286 #10 Posted September 12, 2018 In The Pool, Georgian Bay: 15 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elegua 230 #11 Posted September 12, 2018 Merchants Harbor 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slap 214 #12 Posted September 12, 2018 Current boat (J/32) right after the sea trial last year. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IStream 1,103 #13 Posted September 12, 2018 Some pretty boats in these parts! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ishmael 2,832 #14 Posted September 12, 2018 In the Bunsby Islands, west coast of Vancouver Island. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cruisin Loser 457 #15 Posted September 13, 2018 3 hours ago, Ajax said: Me and a sistership anchored...but taken with a drone! Looks like they're trying to mate. Is that appropriate for sisters? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IStream 1,103 #16 Posted September 13, 2018 Hot C on C action. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ishmael 2,832 #17 Posted September 13, 2018 Just now, IStream said: Hot C on C action. No, they are Tartans. You never know what's under their kilts. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bull City 847 #18 Posted September 13, 2018 This is TONIC in her slip, lithe, supple, minding her own business, shortly after her stay at the luxury spa. 11 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IStream 1,103 #19 Posted September 13, 2018 11 minutes ago, Ishmael said: No, they are Tartans. You never know what's under their kilts. I stand corrected. NTTAWWT. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bull City 847 #20 Posted September 13, 2018 2 hours ago, Ishmael said: In the Bunsby Islands, west coast of Vancouver Island. This one? 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ishmael 2,832 #21 Posted September 13, 2018 53 minutes ago, Bull City said: This one? That looks like Squirrel Cove. Edit: I'm gobsmacked. Nice rendition. Edit 2: Not the same place, but same peace. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shaggybaxter 708 #22 Posted September 13, 2018 It's been 3-4 months now parked up whilst waiting for a boom.. Fuck its nice to be sailing again. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bmiller 326 #23 Posted September 13, 2018 At least once a week I cry myself to sleep for selling this boat. This was September 11 a few years ago, thus my attempt at a half staff flag. Waiting to splash at anacortes. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anomaly2 33 #24 Posted September 13, 2018 Just another sunset in Wickford. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ishmael 2,832 #25 Posted September 13, 2018 1 hour ago, shaggybaxter said: It's been 3-4 months now parked up whilst waiting for a boom.. Fuck its nice to be sailing again. You're not supposed to break your toys. Let this be a lesson to you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sailak 2 #26 Posted September 13, 2018 8 minutes ago, Ishmael said: You're not supposed to break your toys. Let this be a lesson to you. That reminds me of a scolding from my dad when I was about 17. "You know it is going to cost you a lot more if you keep driving like that." says dad. My response: "I know" Didn't know it could take that long for a boom... Money, sure, lots, but 4 months? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BruceB 4 #28 Posted September 13, 2018 Not sailing? Easy! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alcatraz5768 340 #31 Posted September 13, 2018 Nice pics guys. Good for motivation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CriticalPath 37 #32 Posted September 13, 2018 Not sailing cruising-style (dawn with all our friends at Cobourg harbour): Not sailing racing-style (heading out for the start in Picton Bay - no excuse for the loose spin sheet): Cheers! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ajax 925 #33 Posted September 13, 2018 3 hours ago, dylan winter said: That must have been so much fun, to get so close to the beach. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shaggybaxter 708 #34 Posted September 13, 2018 6 hours ago, sailak said: That reminds me of a scolding from my dad when I was about 17. "You know it is going to cost you a lot more if you keep driving like that." says dad. My response: "I know" Didn't know it could take that long for a boom... Money, sure, lots, but 4 months? Bit of a story Sailak. Suffice to say I had probs with int supplier, ended up getting it done locally. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Black Sox 187 #35 Posted September 13, 2018 2 hours ago, CriticalPath said: Isn't there a thread about boat names this belongs in??? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monsoon 251 #36 Posted September 13, 2018 At Nanny Cay going on two years ago. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CriticalPath 37 #37 Posted September 13, 2018 29 minutes ago, Black Sox said: Isn't there a thread about boat names this belongs in??? Thanks Sux, there is indeed a thread in which I outed myself in post #60: Cheers! . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SecondWindNC 42 #38 Posted September 13, 2018 Heading for higher ground with the approach of Hurricane Florence 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrWatson 16 #39 Posted September 13, 2018 9 hours ago, Anomaly2 said: Just another sunset in Wickford. Is Truth still moored in Wickford? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrWatson 16 #40 Posted September 13, 2018 "It'll only take 4 months worth of weekends to build....." ] Not actually my boat but it was mine for the week in August. My own one is still in the build queue... waiting.... 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IStream 1,103 #41 Posted September 13, 2018 Truly in the spirit of the thread. Well done, Doctor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IStream 1,103 #43 Posted September 13, 2018 Purdy. How do you pronounce her name? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IStream 1,103 #45 Posted September 13, 2018 Love it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cruisin Loser 457 #46 Posted September 13, 2018 12 hours ago, shaggybaxter said: It's been 3-4 months now parked up whilst waiting for a boom.. Fuck its nice to be sailing again. Quite the family cruiser there, Shaggs. More pics???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tiz 15 #47 Posted September 13, 2018 Rode Trip on the orange mooring at 5 Islands, ME 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dylan winter 625 #48 Posted September 13, 2018 3 hours ago, Ajax said: That must have been so much fun, to get so close to the beach. she will sail in 18 inches of water -and sits upright when the tide goes away. I regard people with deep keels as being depth challenegd D 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ajax 925 #49 Posted September 13, 2018 Just now, dylan winter said: she will sail in 18 inches of water -and sits upright when the tide goes away. I regard people with deep keels as being depth challenegd D LOL..."deep" is relative. At 4.5' my boat isn't usually considered deep but I sure can't beach the boat like that. I sail my Hobie Cat to get on the beach. Oh- my Polynavicular Morbus is flaring up. I'll be purchasing a Dyer Dhow shortly, complete with sailing rig. That'll get me onto the beach. https://www.cruisingworld.com/dyer-dhow-sailing-dinghy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cruisin Loser 457 #50 Posted September 13, 2018 18 hours ago, JMOD said: You can't just drop a pic like that without comment. What is she? Looks gorgeous. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steele 44 #51 Posted September 13, 2018 Day one of last years cruise to the San Juans with our home marina in the background. The wind picked up a few hours later and the sail covers came off. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kimbottles 428 #52 Posted September 13, 2018 4 minutes ago, Cruisin Loser said: You can't just drop a pic like that without comment. What is she? Looks gorgeous. 8 Meter Maybe? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kimbottles 428 #53 Posted September 13, 2018 On her moorings (bow and stern buoys to keep her oriented to the passing ferry and freighter wakes.) 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Norse Horse 565 #55 Posted September 13, 2018 See how peaceful she looks in that lovely cove... 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kirwan 262 #56 Posted September 13, 2018 Richardson Bay.. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TwoLegged 358 #57 Posted September 13, 2018 Ouch. What happened? 1 hour ago, Norse Horse said: See how peaceful she looks in that lovely cove... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Callahan 11 #58 Posted September 13, 2018 my J/92 this spring 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JMOD 48 #59 Posted September 13, 2018 4 hours ago, Cruisin Loser said: You can't just drop a pic like that without comment. What is she? Looks gorgeous. 1930 8mr by William Fife. called Falcon. this was getting ready for the world cup in Hanko. In 2 weeks we'll be sailing her in St Tropez.... life is tough... 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shaggybaxter 708 #60 Posted September 13, 2018 5 hours ago, Cruisin Loser said: Quite the family cruiser there, Shaggs. More pics???? G'day Cruising, She's definitely a cruiser when compared to her sister version . The top pic is Fusion, the 2nd is a Pogo 40. Scanas and Frodo convinced me to put the kite up after this pic, we were merrily planing along with 22 pob.....good fun, except I had to stay sober. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ajax 925 #61 Posted September 13, 2018 Oooh, that's lovely. Not at all the interior I expected. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cruisin Loser 457 #62 Posted September 13, 2018 1 hour ago, JMOD said: 1930 8mr by William Fife. called Falcon. this was getting ready for the world cup in Hanko. In 2 weeks we'll be sailing her in St Tropez.... life is tough... I recently raced against Angelita, an 8mr built in 1928 and raced at the 1932 Olympics. Glad your willing to sacrifice for the rest of us. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cruisin Loser 457 #63 Posted September 13, 2018 1 hour ago, shaggybaxter said: G'day Cruising, She's definitely a cruiser when compared to her sister version . The top pic is Fusion, the 2nd is a Pogo 40. Scanas and Frodo convinced me to put the kite up after this pic, we were merrily planing along with 22 pob.....good fun, except I had to stay sober. Very cool, and thanks. I like the interior. While it's not a boat I'd be likely to own, I very much appreciate that you have a cool boat that speaks to you. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JMOD 48 #64 Posted September 13, 2018 14 minutes ago, Cruisin Loser said: I recently raced against Angelita, an 8mr built in 1928 and raced at the 1932 Olympics. Glad your willing to sacrifice for the rest of us. angelita is a lovely double ender! she always looks great in pictures Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monsoon 251 #65 Posted September 13, 2018 7 hours ago, Ajax said: LOL..."deep" is relative. At 4.5' my boat isn't usually considered deep but I sure can't beach the boat like that. I sail my Hobie Cat to get on the beach. Oh- my Polynavicular Morbus is flaring up. I'll be purchasing a Dyer Dhow shortly, complete with sailing rig. That'll get me onto the beach. https://www.cruisingworld.com/dyer-dhow-sailing-dinghy I have some tips for towing.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ishmael 2,832 #68 Posted September 14, 2018 Very nice, Mr. Willin'. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bull City 847 #69 Posted September 14, 2018 Mr. Willin', you Maine folks are really tempting fate with those offset companionways! Beautiful boats though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Willin' 277 #70 Posted September 14, 2018 1 minute ago, Bull City said: Mr. Willin', you Maine folks are really tempting fate with those offset companionways! Beautiful boats though. Ain't no thang! I just always sail on a starboard tack! :-) Thanks guys, she's a good boat. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stumblingthunder 469 #71 Posted September 15, 2018 On 9/13/2018 at 5:23 PM, Pointy End said: Ahh, a fan of the The Police. Don't Stand too Close... - Stumbling Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bull City 847 #72 Posted September 15, 2018 On 9/13/2018 at 9:05 PM, Willin' said: Ain't no thang! I just always sail on a starboard tack! :-) Thanks guys, she's a good boat. Where is "The Burg?" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sail4beer 1,133 #73 Posted September 15, 2018 On 9/12/2018 at 9:54 PM, Ishmael said: That looks like Squirrel Cove. Edit: I'm gobsmacked. Nice rendition. Edit 2: Not the same place, but same peace. I’m saying he nailed that one dead on! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sail4beer 1,133 #74 Posted September 15, 2018 On 9/13/2018 at 12:26 PM, Norse Horse said: See how peaceful she looks in that lovely cove... Kind of like the old drug running boat in the Florida Keys. They’d pump it out at night, blowtorch the deisel to melt the wax in the cylinders, fire it up and make the run. Sun up comes and the boat goes back down! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sail4beer 1,133 #75 Posted September 15, 2018 Cornflower, Ellen and DASH 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sail4beer 1,133 #76 Posted September 15, 2018 DASH at the dock Banshee Horse Chicks from a drone 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LDWebber 4 #77 Posted September 15, 2018 Anchored off Coombs Island, Maine 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
woahboy 213 #78 Posted September 15, 2018 On 9/12/2018 at 8:03 PM, Bull City said: This is TONIC in her slip, lithe, supple, minding her own business, shortly after her stay at the luxury spa. Gotta love a skinny sailboat. Very nice, Bull. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
woahboy 213 #79 Posted September 15, 2018 3 hours ago, Sail4beer said: DASH at the dock Banshee Horse Chicks from a drone Some folks have all the luck. Three beauties for sure, Beer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ishmael 2,832 #80 Posted September 15, 2018 4 hours ago, Sail4beer said: I’m saying he nailed that one dead on! He did indeed. I'm flattered he liked the shot enough to paint it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sail4beer 1,133 #81 Posted September 15, 2018 3 hours ago, woahboy said: Some folks have all the luck. Three beauties for sure, Beer. Thanks, I set goals and worked my ass off to achieve the amount of debt and maintenance work I have each year!!! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bull City 847 #82 Posted September 15, 2018 7 hours ago, LDWebber said: Anchored off Coombs Island, Maine LD, that is just beautiful. It kind of sums up the allure of cruising. What kind of ground tackle did you have out? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bull City 847 #83 Posted September 15, 2018 4 hours ago, woahboy said: Gotta love a skinny sailboat. Very nice, Bull. Thanks. Skinny makes for nice sailing. We do some knee knocking in the cabin, but it's worth it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bull City 847 #84 Posted September 15, 2018 4 hours ago, Ishmael said: He did indeed. I'm flattered he liked the shot enough to paint it. I forgot to give you credit for the photo. My apologies. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shaggybaxter 708 #85 Posted September 15, 2018 4 hours ago, Ishmael said: He did indeed. I'm flattered he liked the shot enough to paint it. Its a stunning photo Ish. I wish I had that knack with a camera. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
woahboy 213 #86 Posted September 15, 2018 21 minutes ago, Bull City said: Thanks. Skinny makes for nice sailing. We do some knee knocking in the cabin, but it's worth it. Bull, hope you and SWMBO are in good shape and Tonic as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
woahboy 213 #87 Posted September 15, 2018 1 hour ago, Sail4beer said: Thanks, I set goals and worked my ass off to achieve the amount of debt and maintenance work I have each year!!! I’m about to take the plunge. Give me a few months and I too will be there as well. I sure do like the turbo’d Ensign. There was a large and active fleet on Lake St. Clair in MI where I grew up. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Diarmuid 330 #88 Posted September 15, 2018 On 9/13/2018 at 8:26 AM, IStream said: Purdy. How do you pronounce her name? It's the graphic from The Police's Ghost in the Machine album, 1981. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites