i may have posted this question before but i dont't recall getting or checking any responses so here goes. I keep my 75 c22 on a trailer. I try to sail in south puget sound 2-3 times a week during the summer (firemen have great work schedules). with lauch fees being what they are and at times having trouble finding crew to help with rigging, i'd like to keep it in the water for a few months at a marina. do i need to put on bottom paint? if i don't, how often would i need to pull it out onto the trailer to clean the bottom? are there other options? thanks, B
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3 months in salt water
And you'll have a veritable barnacle party going on down there. I would paint it if it's going to be in that long. LaDonna
And you'll have a veritable barnacle party going on down there. I would paint it if it's going to be in that long. LaDonna
Fire schedule
I would pick the best time for sailing in your area and put it in the water for two months max (to avoid growth). Another option that I see are guys leaving their boats rigged and dry storing them. (near the harbor) If that isn't feasible, I would practice using your heavy rescue training and rig a mechanical adavantage to raise and lower your mast. Being a fireman myself, I would just start bragging how my shift can out sail the other shifts and you will have the other shift personnel at your dock helping you!! good luck..BTW which department are you with?
I would pick the best time for sailing in your area and put it in the water for two months max (to avoid growth). Another option that I see are guys leaving their boats rigged and dry storing them. (near the harbor) If that isn't feasible, I would practice using your heavy rescue training and rig a mechanical adavantage to raise and lower your mast. Being a fireman myself, I would just start bragging how my shift can out sail the other shifts and you will have the other shift personnel at your dock helping you!! good luck..BTW which department are you with?
paint
thanks for the responses. i'm considering the mast up from catalina direct and using it with the main sheet rigged to the forestay to step the mast myself. i just don't like to waste time on land. gary - ff/paramedic just south of tacoma, wa IAFF #2175. medic6@msn.com
thanks for the responses. i'm considering the mast up from catalina direct and using it with the main sheet rigged to the forestay to step the mast myself. i just don't like to waste time on land. gary - ff/paramedic just south of tacoma, wa IAFF #2175. medic6@msn.com
Wax
Hi There, After reading the replies to your question to paint or not to paint, there is another alternative. However, I have not tried this myself to find out just how long the wax would hold up. There is a product that in effect is applied to the bottom.West Marine carries it and claims it will keep any growth from forming for I believe up to 3 months, depending on whether the water temperature is cold or warm, and whether it is salt or fresh water. You might want to try this. It might be an in-expensive alternative. Happy Sailing
Dave LaPere
Hi There, After reading the replies to your question to paint or not to paint, there is another alternative. However, I have not tried this myself to find out just how long the wax would hold up. There is a product that in effect is applied to the bottom.West Marine carries it and claims it will keep any growth from forming for I believe up to 3 months, depending on whether the water temperature is cold or warm, and whether it is salt or fresh water. You might want to try this. It might be an in-expensive alternative. Happy Sailing
Dave LaPereAnother Puget Sounder
Brian, I also sail primarily in South Puget Sound and until recently, kept my boat moored in Olympia 365 days a year. I have found that the warmer waters of Puget Sound (comparatively speaking) do facilitate marine growth, both on my Catalina and previously on my Bayliner. I would recommend bottom paint for sure. After a good application, my bottom stays clean for the whole year. I relaxed a bit on my Bayliner when I first bought it and had significant growth within three months - muscles, barnacles, and enough "grass" to mow. It's worth the $100 investment assuming you do it yourself. If your bottom is already clean and smooth, a gallon should be sufficient. Look us up (via this site) if you would link to join up this year for some Puget Sound sailing. Daimon Doyle
Brian, I also sail primarily in South Puget Sound and until recently, kept my boat moored in Olympia 365 days a year. I have found that the warmer waters of Puget Sound (comparatively speaking) do facilitate marine growth, both on my Catalina and previously on my Bayliner. I would recommend bottom paint for sure. After a good application, my bottom stays clean for the whole year. I relaxed a bit on my Bayliner when I first bought it and had significant growth within three months - muscles, barnacles, and enough "grass" to mow. It's worth the $100 investment assuming you do it yourself. If your bottom is already clean and smooth, a gallon should be sufficient. Look us up (via this site) if you would link to join up this year for some Puget Sound sailing. Daimon Doyle
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