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Pretend I'm coming for a visit and bringing my boat. Where are we going sailing? What are the cool spots in your area? I have an ulterior motive here- I just got a new trailer and I'm thinking about potential road trip destinations for spring.

Class rules matter very little when you have a cannon.

Felt like showing off Mudshark's new rag. I know the spars are riding a little high on the mast, but I need room for the cannon.

Satch, I feel very lucky to have such a huge playground so close to my home. I don't actually have any good shots of the fully laden boat- since I didn't really have the forum in mind when I was taking them, most of my photos are scenic postcard shots. Next time I go I'll get a couple that...

Jeadstx, thanks for the info. I just read up on the Texas 200, events like that sound like something I'd really be interested in. Kevin, I also learned how to sail on a Super Snark back in the 80s, on the NJ coast and the lakes of NH. Then I got a Sailfish, then a Sunfish. Anyway, here's a...

So, a few weeks ago I did end up dragging the kayak across Lake Murray on a short 2 night camping trip. There was indeed noticeable drag going upwind in light air, and much more side-slippage than i'm used to. I'm thinking a larger sized daggerboard would help this. Thoughts? The big orange...

I tend to be a little paranoid about getting tangled and trapped when I capsize. I keep a small cheap knife either in my pocket or clipped to the outside of the PFD, just in case I ever have to cut myself free underwater. I seriously doubt I will ever have to do this, but it makes me feel...

AK, Bozo the Clown was legendary entertainer, so thank you for the compliment. I'm sorry my sense of humor disappoints you, and I apologize for all future disappointments. Jonva, you are welcome and i'm glad someone gets it. Now to keep this related to the current topic, if what you are...

I will now share my own personal tacking technique, and I will venture to say it is the only proper and true method. ;) Preparations: 1. Decide that for some reason that the direction you are currently sailing in is no good. 2. Brace your beer between your feet, amid the clutter of the...

Ken- I was in your area about a month ago and I loved it, even though I didn't get to do any sailing. Can't wait to go back. Anyway.... I took my 77 fish out a couple weeks ago in what I would consider a little too much, gusting in the 25-30 range. It was fun but I got beat up. Next time I...

Took the 'fish on a two day outing this week on Lake Murray near Columbia SC, and camped out on one of its many islands. Didn't bring the kayak this time- since it was just one night I didn't need the extra cargo space. The boat has no trouble handling the extra weight at the bow, although I...

This is true LVW, I'm just hoping it doesn't reduce the efficiency to an unacceptable level. I'm guessing that if I have a decent breeze, pulling an 8 foot kayak with 50lbs of gear on it won't be TOO much of a hassle. But I'll let everyone know in a couple weeks.....

Thanks Tag! I really dig that mod, but I don't trust myself to hack up this lovely specimen I have right now. Maybe if I find a cheap beater hull I can experiment with i'll try it out someday.

New member, first post. I've been lurking this board for awhile and I've learned a lot. Anyway.... I take my 77 Sunfish camping quite often, and I was wondering if anyone else had any loading techniques they wanted to share. I strap a large duffel bag between the bow handle and mast, and...