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I lost my pre '72 carriage bolt for my rudder assembly. Not lost exactly as I know about where it is, its just under 10 feet of water. Research shows that its either 7 1/2 " or 8" and is 1/4" diameter. The boat is up at camp and I'd rather get the bolt now so I can sail as soon as I get up...

I have an older '60's sunfish. The rudder pops out frequently so I cant really lean over the side too much and trust it. Sail is worn, mast has a small corrosion hole in it, etc. I saw a really shiny nice 2 year old fish for sale for $2,000 that comes with a Seitech dolly. Assuming I've got...

How do you tell when its time for a new sail and what would a new sail do for me. Mine is original from 1969. It has small (less than 1/4 inch) holes that have been patched. The sail, when still, hangs about level with the spar. Does this mean its stretched out? My sailing is pure...

The tiller and tiller extension broke in my last sail before winter last year. It was 25 mph winds with gusts to 45 mph and my old time rudder released every time I turned into the wind. Looking back, it was exillerating although at the time I wondered if anyone would find my body if I fell...