Spring launch T minus 14 days and counting

[Capt Robbie]

Hopefully if the weather permits here in Nj will be back in the water soon.
Finished all the winter to list.

Now spring launch checklist
Scheduled launch.
Paint.
Zincs.
Hull washed waxed.
Thruhulls open.
Water heater valve closed.
Open fuel valve.
Ac & dc system test.
Sails back on.
Engine ck list done.
Safety equipment.
Rigging inspection.

Two cases of cold beer and $100 to the marina Forman and crew.
They really work there asses off during the season!
Plus, great insurance policy I you ever need a favor.
They always remember to good customers.

And finally most importantly
Praying to the sailboat Gods for an amazing, safe and healthy season for all of us.

Ok now let's go sailing

 

[Ward H]

My planned launch date is 5/1.
52 days to go and finish my rather larger project list.

Praying to the sailboat Gods for an amazing, safe and healthy season for all of us.

+1

 

[kappykaplan]

Mine should splash this week. Looking forward to a commissioning party next weekend.

 

[Justin_NSA]

I'm going backwards. Just removed my rudder so I could remove my propshaft. All in an effort to install my dripless shaft seal.

 

[shemandr]

My yard has been locked up with a gate and a no trespassing sign. No progress whatsoever. I'm thinking they don't want vehicles on the dirt carving ruts in the turf/mud. Still I'd like to get in with my multi tester and a few tools to chase down some problems from last year. I guess I will part ways with yet another boatyard.

 

[BlowMeAway]

Our launch is hopefully going to be mid-May. We just need the lake to fill up three or more feet.

 

[Tally Ho]

My marina usually opens around April 1.

I removed and reinstalled my port-side water tank, installed LED lights, ordered new halyard, sewed up my Mack Pack.

Need to bottom paint, but usually go to Crowley’s Yacht-palooza in late March (March 24 this year) for paint. Fun event, they have various instruction classes, lots of vendors, a big rummage sale of old stuff, etc. if you are in the Chicago Area, http://crowleys.com/yachtapalooza-2018

Still need some warm weather though! Well below freezing most nights. Still waiting to pull the Roadster out of storage too.

Greg

 

[jssailem]

Got a call from my repair guy. All looking good. Bottom finished.
Out of the water with Red Bottom

Ready to return after blisters popped and sexy new blue bottom.

Repairs to stern 80%. One leak to address, and paint to be applied to stern.

New pulpits being delivered. At the shop they look real good..

Sweet new stern seat frames...
On the boat a problem. The Stem Bases do not align with the deck holes. Opps.. Back to the shop. Measure twice cut once. Shop guy said the new seats can hold up to 300 lbs.

Hope to splash within the next two weeks.

 

[Capt Robbie]

I have a good relationship with my marina guys, they always give me the combo to get into the yard and show me where the key is to turn on electric so I can work al, winter long.

Always last out and first in. Like I said before $100 plus two cases of cold beer goes a long way with the guys. They always make sure a go to the front of the line. Best money I spend all year.

Also helps to drop of a box of Jo and some donuts once in awhile to
Like I said before they work like sled dogs all summer, usually with out any thanks. I find that a little thank you goes a long way.....

 

[Tally Ho]

....Shop guy said the new seats can hold up to 300 lbs..

Those will be some big splashes! No boat babes on your boat ?

Just kidding !

Greg

 

[jssailem]

Those will be some big splashes! No boat babes on your boat ?

Challenge Accepted.

 

[Tally Ho]

I have NO idea how to respond....



Except to say, I am a lucky guy.

Greg

 

[jssailem]

Yes your are Greg...

From my archives... Will need to see what 2018 brings...

 

[Gene Neill]

The Admiral's spring break vacation starts the 24th. Nine days. Hoping for some really great weather to take a good, long cruise in the C22. We are LONG overdue!!

 

[h2o_snow]

Still partially frozen here - Mores Creek arm of Lucky Peak yesterday.

Expecting temps in the 50's so ice will be gone soon, however have to still fill up the tub - note the dock in the upper left.

Headed down the highway to Lake Powell in two weeks - pulled the boat out and will start looking for parts/pieces tonight after a good power wash.

 

[Capt Robbie]

I think we all need to buy some space heaters.
Place them outside and plug them in for a few days.
We need to start warming things up here in the north east.
Three nor'easter in a row with lots of snow, enough is enough
Come on everyone, a little bit of help here

Another thought is maybe stand outside and set off a couple of aerosol spray cans. We need some global warming
Getting really tired of this winter white stuff.

 

[jon hansen]

27" of ice on sturgeon bay today. i have a ways to go before launch. i'm envious of you soon to launch gents. fair winds to all this year

flying to florida sunday. youngest daughter has a horse ranch down there. hang for awhile.