Northwest Indiana?

Oct 7, 2014
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Hunter 280 280 Kemah, Texas
Any Macgregor 26 owners here Northwest Indiana? I just purchased a 2007M a few weekends ago from Atlanta. It pulled nicely at 55 - 60mph behind my F150. I studied the electrical and plumbing (lots of upgrades and extras) then winterized and covered her. I have not even raised the mast. I plan on taking her out early spring 2015 (after I feel comfortable raising and lowering the mast and have a thorough or best understanding that I can of all the ropes). I would like someone or two or three to go out with me on her maiden voyage, to show me the ropes. No pun intended. I meant that literally. Standard sail and a 100% jib, no roller furling. I plan on renting a a slip at Marina Shores here in Portage for 2015. I know me and the first season she will be on the water more than on her trailer. It just makes sense to me. There are a few bridges to cross under to get to the lake, but I'm 99.9% positive that with the mast lowered, it will pass under no problem. There are some very tall boats in that marina. I'll verify that of course before we head out. Of course drinks, lunch and/or dinner is on me afterwards. Thanks

Bob of Portage
 
Nov 11, 2006
2
- - chicago illinois
Bob. I sail a 2001 X out of Calumet Yacht Club located on Lake Michigan on ill/Indiana border. Not a sailor in the classical sense but have been sailing the "Summer Wind" for 7 years. Very familiar with features and rigging of the Mac X. OB is a new ETEC 6O. YOU did well in selecting a Mac. If u have any questions I will be happy to share my experiences.

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Oct 7, 2014
18
Hunter 280 280 Kemah, Texas
Looks like I am moving to Clear Lake, Texas.
It's a job thing.
I'm here now looking at houses.
I will be returning Saturday and plan on dropping my boat in the water one day next week at Marina Shores, Portage, IN.
That is, if the weather allows.
 
Jul 29, 2014
73
Ranger R26 Muskegon, MI
Bob, did you get out on your boat last weekend? Rickretiree sounds like a good guide for your first voyage. If you can't or haven't arranged a time with him, I am also willing to help. My Mac is a venture 21, but I also have a Ranger 26 which I sailed down from Charlevoix to Pentwater the end of last summer. Just private message me if you can't arrange a time with RR.
 
Oct 7, 2014
18
Hunter 280 280 Kemah, Texas
Joe,
Looks like I will not be dropping my boat in Lake Michigan.
I had planned on doing that this morning.
I got the call last night.
I'm moving to Clear Lake, TX May 10th.
I got a job offer that is too good to pass up.