After being boatless for several months, I am moving up to a 1993 Hunter 27 which is just beyond the size for this forum. BUT, I think this site has more overall application to my needs, since I am strictly a daysailer or, at most, an overnighter. (Crazy Dave, do you offer help on the larger models? I have really enjoyed your suggestions and experience.) My question, today, is this: How many of you use a written checklist when starting/ending your sail. If so, would you please share it with me. This will be my third boat but I am still a newbie. Thanks, John
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Tom
Mental Checklist...
Hi John, I use a written checklist for commissioning/decommisioning at the begin/end of the season as a reminder and to (try to) plan efficiently and bring all needed items along to the boat. However, for day sailing trips, I have a mental list (and sometimes miss something). A written list would be a good idea, so here's a start (everyone, please add on): For a Hunter 260 with out board, that is kept on a mooring... + Arrive at boat (using a club launch service) + Open cabin and stow hatch boards in port side cockpit locker + Stow personal items below + Put on PFD (SOSpenders -- esp. if solo) + Remove helm cover and stow + Lower motor into water + Open fuel tank vent cap, check fuel level. + Check engine oil dipstick (Four stroke) + With ignition off, give 4 pulls on starter rope to get oil into engine + Start engine using electric start + Let motor idle while doing other preparations + Lower rudder (I keep it up at mooring to reduce wear on helm) + Turn wheel from side to side while inspecting cables under seat (to identify any potential problems, interference) + If new sailing crew is with me, I give instruction and location of saftey equipment: - Fire extinguishers - VHF use - man overboard procedure - Operation of motor and controls + Install Lifesling (unless sailing solo -- who will be there to throw it) + Raise centerboard to up position, then lower back down (To scrape off any sea growth and make sure it is working smoothly.) + Turn on electrical items (Depth, VHF, Autopilot) at panel + Check cabin/bilge for water + Prepare mooring penants to cast off, but leave attached + Hank on Jib and run sheets aft. + Prepare Main sail (Uncover, attach halyard, tighten outhaul, etc.) + Put in reef if need is antipated + Raise main (If boat is pointed bow to wind) + Prepare to cast off: - look up: Any halyard, rigging issues - Look around deck, any loose stuff that needs to be stowed - Look out -- Direction of wind, current nearby boats, etc. - Plan cast off and navigation through mooring field - Communicate what you want crew to do in advance + Cast off mooring and have a great sail. Upon return (pretty much reverse above): + Prepare to catch mooring - Communicate what you want crew to do in advance + Secure mooring penants for extended leave + Turn off motor + Raise motor + Close vent on tank + Raise and secure rudder for extended leave + Flake main, cover, stow sheets, halyards, etc. + UnHank jib, bag and stow + Coil and stow all lines. + Stow equipment (Lifesling, winch handle, etc.) + Secure and cover helm + Check cabin, bilges for water + Straighten cabin, collect trash, personal items, place in cockpit. + Stow PFD + Call launch on VHF + Turn off all electrical + Replace and lock hatch boards + Final look up and around to make sure everything is stowed and secured + Hop on launch when it arrives, bringing trash and personal items. + Have drink of choice and socialize at the club house.
Hi John, I use a written checklist for commissioning/decommisioning at the begin/end of the season as a reminder and to (try to) plan efficiently and bring all needed items along to the boat. However, for day sailing trips, I have a mental list (and sometimes miss something). A written list would be a good idea, so here's a start (everyone, please add on): For a Hunter 260 with out board, that is kept on a mooring... + Arrive at boat (using a club launch service) + Open cabin and stow hatch boards in port side cockpit locker + Stow personal items below + Put on PFD (SOSpenders -- esp. if solo) + Remove helm cover and stow + Lower motor into water + Open fuel tank vent cap, check fuel level. + Check engine oil dipstick (Four stroke) + With ignition off, give 4 pulls on starter rope to get oil into engine + Start engine using electric start + Let motor idle while doing other preparations + Lower rudder (I keep it up at mooring to reduce wear on helm) + Turn wheel from side to side while inspecting cables under seat (to identify any potential problems, interference) + If new sailing crew is with me, I give instruction and location of saftey equipment: - Fire extinguishers - VHF use - man overboard procedure - Operation of motor and controls + Install Lifesling (unless sailing solo -- who will be there to throw it) + Raise centerboard to up position, then lower back down (To scrape off any sea growth and make sure it is working smoothly.) + Turn on electrical items (Depth, VHF, Autopilot) at panel + Check cabin/bilge for water + Prepare mooring penants to cast off, but leave attached + Hank on Jib and run sheets aft. + Prepare Main sail (Uncover, attach halyard, tighten outhaul, etc.) + Put in reef if need is antipated + Raise main (If boat is pointed bow to wind) + Prepare to cast off: - look up: Any halyard, rigging issues - Look around deck, any loose stuff that needs to be stowed - Look out -- Direction of wind, current nearby boats, etc. - Plan cast off and navigation through mooring field - Communicate what you want crew to do in advance + Cast off mooring and have a great sail. Upon return (pretty much reverse above): + Prepare to catch mooring - Communicate what you want crew to do in advance + Secure mooring penants for extended leave + Turn off motor + Raise motor + Close vent on tank + Raise and secure rudder for extended leave + Flake main, cover, stow sheets, halyards, etc. + UnHank jib, bag and stow + Coil and stow all lines. + Stow equipment (Lifesling, winch handle, etc.) + Secure and cover helm + Check cabin, bilges for water + Straighten cabin, collect trash, personal items, place in cockpit. + Stow PFD + Call launch on VHF + Turn off all electrical + Replace and lock hatch boards + Final look up and around to make sure everything is stowed and secured + Hop on launch when it arrives, bringing trash and personal items. + Have drink of choice and socialize at the club house.
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Al
good list Tom
A couple of things to add; Before heading out; - tell someone where you plan to sail, with who, and expected time of return - Double-check the marine forecast - Inspect rigging turnbuckles on deck Returning; - close the opening ports - check that the porta-pottie/head is closed - before locking the hatch board - check to see if you have the KEYS!!
A couple of things to add; Before heading out; - tell someone where you plan to sail, with who, and expected time of return - Double-check the marine forecast - Inspect rigging turnbuckles on deck Returning; - close the opening ports - check that the porta-pottie/head is closed - before locking the hatch board - check to see if you have the KEYS!!
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Gerard
Hey Al-
Spoken like a guy who has locked his keys in the boat. I know I have! Now I put the lock right back on the hasp and relock it as soon as I open the boat. That way I *have* to have my keys with me to open the lock and then re-lock up the boat when leaving. I only had to lock myself out about 20 times before I learned! Happy sailing
Spoken like a guy who has locked his keys in the boat. I know I have! Now I put the lock right back on the hasp and relock it as soon as I open the boat. That way I *have* to have my keys with me to open the lock and then re-lock up the boat when leaving. I only had to lock myself out about 20 times before I learned! Happy sailing
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Tom
Good additions...
Al -- I added your items to my list, thanks. Gerard -- I also lock the lock on the hasp to make sure I can't lock the keys in the cabin! I also keep a spare key in my car. Fair winds, Tom
Al -- I added your items to my list, thanks. Gerard -- I also lock the lock on the hasp to make sure I can't lock the keys in the cabin! I also keep a spare key in my car. Fair winds, Tom
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Crazy Dave Condon
need more info
the 27 came either in an outboard or inboard diesel. Please advise which one. The responses are good and I will add some once I know the engine Crazy Dave Condon
the 27 came either in an outboard or inboard diesel. Please advise which one. The responses are good and I will add some once I know the engine Crazy Dave Condon
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John Powell
Memo to Crazy Dave
Dave, the boat is a 27 with a one cylinder Yanmar diesel, wheel steering, roller furling, and no extra instruments. It will be kept in a slip at Lake Lanier in Georgia. I have gotten good feedback on this item and put the same post on the medium size boat forum. Any other newbies might check to see what responses I got there. Thanks. John
Dave, the boat is a 27 with a one cylinder Yanmar diesel, wheel steering, roller furling, and no extra instruments. It will be kept in a slip at Lake Lanier in Georgia. I have gotten good feedback on this item and put the same post on the medium size boat forum. Any other newbies might check to see what responses I got there. Thanks. John
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