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    Sailing every weekend this summer!

    Sailing every weekend this summer!
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    How to Heave-To: Sketch included

    Ok, I was finally successful at Heaving-To after several attempts on several days and thought I'd create this sketch for other novice Capri 14.2 sailors. I must admit that I was completely surprised at the dynamics of heaving-to. I heard people say the boat 'rocks'. I wished they had said it...
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    Tips for New Single Hander

    I was able to practice and improve my tacking this weekend and I wanted to share with you an important point. Of course you begin by going 'hard-a-lee'. Then you must switch sides. Then release the jib sheet and sheet in the other jib sheet. Well that is the physical motion. But there is an...
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    I am a sailor now!

    If I recall correctly, mine weighs 27 lbs. Very easy for me to handle, and I am no weightlifter.
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    Preflight Check list

    Here is a description of my rigging procedure: Arrival • Unplug trailer lights • Release tie-straps • Release bungees on mast • Rig dock lines • TIGHTEN DRAIN PLUG Aboard Boat on Trailer • Walk mast back and position in base • Insert and thread mast base bolt • Step mast & Pin forestay...
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    Boat Motor for an Expo 14.2???

    Yes, I do recommend a small outboard. I have a 1977 2HP Johnson, white in color with a blue stripe that I put on to make it match the boat. :D I paid $250 which I thought was a good deal. Expect to pay up to $800 for newer models. 2HP is plenty of power and personally I don't mind a 2-stroke...
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    Tiller Tamer Plans, Photo, and Instructions

    Here are the plans and a photo for my Tiller Tamer implementation. Parts Required: 2 Screw Eye Bolts 1 S-Hook 1 Jam Cleat Various line Total cost should be under $15 The key to this design is that the shock cord travels over the tiller and therefore avoids entangling with the stuff...
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    Performing Gybe with Whisker Pole, single-handed.

    Ok, I think I see how this would work. Keep in mind that my (homemade) Whisker Pole attaches to Jib with a “hooked spear point” and I can ‘tame my tiller’. Imagine I am on Port Tack, with Main hanging to the starboard and Whisker/Jib hanging to port: 1) So I set the tiller and make sure...
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    Performing Gybe with Whisker Pole, single-handed.

    I've been thinking about how to Perform a Gybe with Whisker Pole, single-handed. Can someone describe the basics of this maneuver? I assume I need to remove the pole, gybe, and then re-attach it, but is there more to it than this?
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    I am a sailor now!

    I had my first sail yesterday in my 1999 Mod 3 and overall it was a great success. This is my second sailboat, and the failures on the first boat (AMF Puffer) prepared my for success on my Capri 14. I launched into the San Diego Bay at Pepper Park boat launch. After getting the high end mixture...
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    Jib Car Adjusment

    Can anyone explain a reason to adjust the jib car forward or aft. I can't see how it would change the sail shape.

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