Never really had any failures that required extraordinary action of a "Plan B" nature, thankfully. The propeller flew off while backing out of the slip once, and the starter fried while leaving the slip one other time. In both cases I was far enough out to need assistance getting back into it, which I received from harbor patrol. Something more serious, like having the headsail furler foul while furling in strong wind, or having the chute dragging me over toward shore with no easy way to get her in, has not been experienced. No uncontrolled jibes causing damage or injury; no serious groundings; no dragging anchor during a blow at night in tight quarters. No big storms at sea, etc. No MOB's. No collisions. No significant water ingress otherwise. But I don't usually cruise far from shore; maybe 45-50 n.mi. at most. The weather here is predictable (i.e., forecastable). The boat is well maintained, so I like to believe. If I run out of wine, I drink rum, beer, or sake. Tools may get rust but don't freeze b/c I regularly get 'em out and work 'em. If something breaks I try to get it fixed soon or have a "sub" for it. My philosophy--the boat should at all times be ready put to sea within a few minutes.
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