Saturday, December 20, 2008

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Most jet boats look and perform like bowriders with spacious seating in front and back and a swim platform. Builders promote a propulsion system almost completely enclosed inside the hull, reducing the risk of damage from impact with obstacles or the bottom. They are fast, maneuverable, offering an exciting ride and a fun tubing platform.
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Until the 1950s, almost all yachts were made of wood, or steel in larger yacht, but now there is a much wider range of materials. Although wood hulls are still in production, the most common construction material is fibreglass, followed by aluminum, steel, carbon fibre, and ferrocement (rarer because of insurance difficulties). The use of wood has changed and is no longer limited to traditionally board-based methods, but also includes modern products such as plywood, veneers and epoxy resins. However, wood is mostly used by hobbyists or wooden boat purists when building an individual boat.
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Racing yachts try to reduce the wetted surface area, which creates drag, by keeping the hull light whilst having a deep and heavy bulb keel, allowing them to support a tall mast with a great sail area. Modern designs tend to have a very wide beam and a flat bottom, to provide buoyancy preventing an excessive heel angle. Speeds of up to 35 knots can be attained in extreme conditions. Dedicated offshore racing yachts sacrifice crew comfort for speed, having basic accommodation to reduce weight. Depending on the type of race, such a yacht may have a crew of 15 or more. Very large inshore racing yachts may have a crew of 30.
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Round Britain Race shaken by rough seas

Results table given a shaking too.



Sailing crew wanted for English Channel to Gibraltar.

Wed, 23 May 2007 14:19:28 +0200
I am set to go sailing the English Channel to Gibraltar in June and July 2007. If you have an interest and time contact me.

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"Ghost Yacht" (Kaz 2) found drifting off the Australian east coast.

Sun, 22 Apr 2007 18:22:18 +0200
Three sailors missing from the sailing yacht Kaz 11 found drifting off the Australian east coast. The yacht was found with engines idling, lunch prepared and table set and a laptop switched on.

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Councillors, hold management accountable

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 23:03:11 GMT

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Sydney Harbour Sea Trials - Seeking Sailing Crew

Sun, 16 Sep 2007 12:26:08 +0200
Seeking sailing crew for 44' steel cutter. Join on Sydney Harbour. Yacht is coming to the end of a major refit so initially short trips (1 to 4 hours) are envisaged. Initial destinations are not important, so by route by negotiation.

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Although no one knows when the first sailboat was built, archeologists have found remains of primitive canoe-like vessels dating back to ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. Since then, boat design has developed steadily to enhance speed, maneuverability and cargo load, reflecting unique aesthetic and technological innovations.
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In a jetboat, the waterjet draws water from beneath the hull where it passes through a series of impellers and stators - known as stages - which increase the velocity of the waterflow. Most modern jets are single stage while older waterjets may have as many as three stages. The tail section of the waterjet unit extends out through the transom of the hull above the waterline. This jetstream exits the unit through a small nozzle at high velocity to push the boat forward. Steering is accomplished by moving this nozzle to either side, or less commonly, by small gates on either side that direct the jetstream. Because the jet boat relies on the flow of water through the nozzle for control, it is not possible to steer a conventional jet boat without the throttle open.
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Stranger's gift means New Bern man will get operation

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 03:21:47 GMT

Because of a stranger's kindness, Freddy Vercruyssen of New Bern will have his hernia operation after all.



Sailing Crew Wanted In The Carribe.

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 16:05:30 +0200
Sailing crew wanted. My boat is a 45 ft Colin Archer Classic 3 m beam and 12 tons, 50 hp Perkins engine , and i will be leaving from Trinidad to Tobago and than to Venezuela , leaving mid Nov the earliest. I am looking for crew with sailing experience only! It's a shared expenses trip and I expect from the crew to help watch-standing and anchoring duties. Crew pays his own way including travel costs to and from embarkation and debarkation points, immigration fees and shares food expenses on board. I pay boat expenses.

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CHAGOS - Breaking News!, Appeal Court Rules in Favour of BIOT Islanders

Wed, 23 May 2007 14:12:37 +0200
Chagos families win legal battle. The islanders have been protesting for the right to return to the island. Families expelled from the Chagos Islands by the British have won their legal battle for the right to return home at the Court of Appeal. Some 2,000 residents were forced out when the British colony in the Indian Ocean was leased to the US in the 1960s to build an air base at Diego Garcia.

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Friday, December 19, 2008

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Rustler 42 yacht- Designed by Stephen Jones with fast, safe passage making in mind. Combining style that is traditional yet modern with a proven cruising layout and excellent sailing performance, the result is a classic combination built to last a lifetime. Her long fully encapsulated lead keel and big skeg hung rudder give her excellent directional stability in any seaway. Her generous displacement, safe performance and sea kindly characteristics make her a very forgiving and confidence inspiring yacht. Primarily, the Rustler 42 accommodation is designed for living in safety and comfort when under way. However, the spacious, light and airy saloon and galley area make entertaining and living in harbour everything you desire. Every Rustler 42 is built to take the worst of prevailing seas, to look after her crew and inspire every yachtsman with blue water aspirations. The Rustlers heavy weather characteristics are why many are being sailed on long distance cruises, a few are on single handed passages but usually they are sailed by couples who find the safe ease of handling ideal for short handed sailing. She is immensely strong, hull and deck mouldings are laid up by hand using quadraxial matting with isophalic resin. Bulkheads are fully glassed to the hull and deck. Together with substantial stringers and a lead encapsulated keel the result is a yacht with unrivalled strength and endurance. Each yacht can be customised to an owner�s specification.
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The common sailboat comprises eight essential parts: hull, tiller, rudder, mainsail, mast, boom, jib and keel. The hull is the shell of the boat, which contains all the internal components. Its symmetrical shape balances the sailboat and reduces drag, or the backward pull caused by friction, as it moves in the water. Inside of the hull in the stern, or back of the boat, is the tiller, which is attached to the rudder in the water. Think of the tiller as the boat's steering wheel and the rudder as the tire. To maneuver a sailboat to the right, for example, you pull the tiller to the right side of the boat, causing the rudder to alter its direction.
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As of September 15, 2009 in Canada all boaters will be required to have the Pleasure Craft Operator Card in order to operate a powered watercraft. There is no grandfather clause or age exemption � this law applies to all boaters. Powered watercraft includes watercraft fitted with any size motor � even a trolling motor.
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Skipper Wanted B.V.I. To Antigua Dec.20th

Wed, 28 Nov 2007 17:44:04 +0200
Looking for skipper to accompany me to get my 43' catamaran from Tortola/BVI to Antigua on December 20, 2007. I'll cover airline ticket for return ...

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Sailing Crew Wanted In The Carribe.

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 16:05:30 +0200
Sailing crew wanted. My boat is a 45 ft Colin Archer Classic 3 m beam and 12 tons, 50 hp Perkins engine , and i will be leaving from Trinidad to Tobago and than to Venezuela , leaving mid Nov the earliest. I am looking for crew with sailing experience only! It's a shared expenses trip and I expect from the crew to help watch-standing and anchoring duties. Crew pays his own way including travel costs to and from embarkation and debarkation points, immigration fees and shares food expenses on board. I pay boat expenses.

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Sailing Crew For Thailand To Eastern Med: End Feb 08

Thu, 3 Jan 2008 12:44:39 +0200
Sailing Crew - First mate wanted for approximately 8 week sailing trip from Phuket to Cyprus. Must have blue water sailing experience and speak fluent English. I'm looking for a really solid individual who I can trust enough to be able to sleep when I'm not on watch! Non smoker, no drugs, no booze at sea. Prefer somebody who likes fishing and diving. Absolutely no contribution. I pay all travel costs to get to Thailand and back home from the Med. Would consider paying a modest salary to the right person.

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Now factor in the fuel efficiency of Yamaha marine engines, and you�ve got an incredibly proficient boat. According to Boattest.com and other industry magazines, the twin engine Yamaha SX230 High Output delivers better performance than comparable models in its class, but burns much less per hour.
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Ketches are similar to a sloop, but there is a second shorter mast to the stern of the mainmast, but forward of the rudder post. The second mast is called the mizzen mast and the sail is called the mizzen sail. A ketch can also be cutter-rigged with two headsails.
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Concern for Americans whilst sailing around the world?

Fri, 9 Dec 2005 11:15:23 +0200
Link] I am growing increasingly concerned over the reception for Americans sailing around the world. I really don't see venturing farther than the Caribbean, or Gulf of Mexico, but am still concerned. What is your opinion of where we should and shouldn't go? Thanks in advance for any advice you may have.

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Cruising in Brazil.

Thu, 24 May 2007 14:06:03 +0200
Sailing the Coast of Brazil? New East Coast Yachting Centre Announced. Phillipe Fessard an experienced French sailor, has opened a new yachting centre at Praia do Jacaré, on the Rio Paraiba behind the port of Cabedelo, close to Joao Pessoa, (World Port Index No. 12710, 6 58'S., 34 50'W.). The buoyed channel to Cabedelo is well marked for either day or night entry, with a least depth of more than 8 meters. It is located on the trade wind trans-ocean, trans-equatorial route from Europe and Africa.

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Concern for Americans whilst sailing around the world?

Fri, 9 Dec 2005 11:15:23 +0200
Link] I am growing increasingly concerned over the reception for Americans sailing around the world. I really don't see venturing farther than the Caribbean, or Gulf of Mexico, but am still concerned. What is your opinion of where we should and shouldn't go? Thanks in advance for any advice you may have.

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Thursday, December 18, 2008

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Before purchasing any jet ski, one should consider one�s ability to store and to tow the jet ski. Generally a jet ski is best stored in an indoor environment, such as a shed or garage. One may need ample power or a towing package to tow the jet ski to lakes or the coast. A jet ski that can�t be moved isn�t going to provide a lot of fun.
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Jet boats are highly maneuverable, and many can, from full speed, be reversed and brought to a stop within little more than their own length, in a maneuver known as a "crash stop". The well known Hamilton turn or "jet spin" is a high speed manoevre where the boat is turned sharply then the engine throttle is cut causing the boat's stern to lift and spin quickly around with a large spray of water.
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A major component of an inflatable boat is obviously the fabric. Inflatable boat fabric technology has evolved greatly over the last 20 to 30 years, and now includes plastomers, polyurethanes and other fabrics, which can sometimes be stronger, lighter, thinner and less expensive to assemble than the original rubber fabrics. Of course it costs a great deal of money to develop new fabrics or even to switch manufacturing processes to use them. Many manufacturers, big and small, don't have the will or the resources to do this, and that's why they generally hide that fact by resorting to condemning new technological advances in fabrics.


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GPS - WAAS discontinued so does your GPS unit require a software update?

Mon, 6 Aug 2007 10:47:24 +0200
What does this mean for existing (maybe older) GPS receivers? Do they require a software update for the changes? Perhaps you should contact the supplier or manufacturer of your unit to confirm.

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Rothbard to Head Brunswick Billiards

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:02:51 GMT

LAKE FOREST, Ill. , /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Brunswick Bowling & Billiards, a unit of Brunswick Corporation , today announced it has named Austin Rothbard , 37, president - Brunswick Billiards, including the ...



Boat Shows Galore in January

The winter boat show season is heating up! During the holiday months of November and December, there were very few boat shows for boating enthusiasts to attend. Not...

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In France, Pierre Debroutelle came up with a prototype for an inflatable boat in 1934. The first boat of its kind to be certified by the French Navy, Zodiac's model probably sparked the development of the civil and military inflatable boat industry. Unlike its counterparts, the boat improved by Pierre Debroutelle in 1937 was actually designed in a U-shape, with the two lateral buoyancy chambers connected by a wooden transom patented on August 10, 1943. This version was the direct predecessor of today's inflatable sports and pleasure boats. Since then many new manufacturers, new models and new designs have hit the market.
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Jet Ski is the brand name of personal watercraft (PWC) manufactured by Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.. The name, however, has become a genericized trademark for any type of personal watercraft. Jet Ski (or JetSki, often shortened to "Ski"[1]) can also specifically refer to versions of PWCs with pivoting handlepoles known as "stand-ups".
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Sailing crew wanted for voyage from the UK to Thailand

Fri, 17 Aug 2007 15:49:41 +0200
Leaving UK end of August and the sailing yacht is a 48ft Oyster just finishing refit in UK . Destination is Thailand via the Red Sea to arrive at the end of October. This is a delivery not a cruise. Cover on boat expenses but no wage.

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Navigation software - what is good for use on a sailing yacht?

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 19:45:17 +0200
Hi, just a quick question - I've been looking for navigation software and found there is lots of it for sailing yachts. I came across a program called Software on Board that runs C Maps. So, I was just wondering if anyone has this and can tell me what it's like. Can anyone tell me what type of GPS antenna would be best (an internal or an external)? My boat is aluminium and I'm not sure how the signal would go through aluminium, and, is the accuracy of these units as good as each other?

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Lake Tahoe Boats Mandated to Undergo Inspections

Lake Tahoe boats will be required to undergoe inspections and to be decontaminated if inspectors determine the vessels may introduce quagga or zebra mussels into the lake. The Tahoe...


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Yamaha boats are much lighter than comparable stern drives. In some cases the weight difference can near 2,000 pounds, giving Yamaha boats an overwhelming power to weight advantage. Less drag in the water allows the engines to operate more effectively. Less weight also makes them easier and more efficient to tow behind a wider variety of vehicles.
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Because of their relatively low cost and the freedom they afford to owners, personal water craft are widely used for recreation. However, many U.S. states require safety training for personal watercraft operators. Modern PWC include a lanyard attached to a dead man's switch, to turn off the vessel if the operator falls off -- provided the lanyard is attached to the operator.
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Seasickness?

Mon, 6 Nov 2006 20:08:44 +0200
Use the original Sea-Band for seasickness while out sailing - The Sea-Band has been clinically tested against nausea and vomiting in travel, helping combat seasickness. It's also been proven to be effective in pregnancy, anaesthesia, chemotherapy and all conditions which induce nausea.

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Inhaca Yacht Race 2007.

Wed, 4 Apr 2007 16:54:09 +0200
The Inhaca yacht race starts on the 6th April from Inhaca Island (Mozambique), ending in Richards Bay, South Africa - a distance of approximately 220 nautical miles.

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Sailing crew wanted for June 2007 from Cape Town to Tahiti.

Mon, 22 Jan 2007 20:32:09 +0200
Looking for two sailing crew members for delivery of new 43 foot sailing catamaran on delivery from Cape Town, South Africa to Tahiti via the Panama Canal. THIS IS NOT A PAID POSITION but all food is supplied and NO contribution to expenses is required or wanted. Departure is mid June 2007 and the voyage takes approximately 3 months.

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One very important feature of the jetboat is the fact that it has no external rotating parts; it is essentially safe for swimmers and marine life, excluding being struck by the hull. This in itself can be reason enough to use this type of propulsion.
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Speedboats or powerboats are normally streamlined boats with very powerful engines in them. They range in size from the small Zapcats which were originally designed from surf rescue crafts in South Africa, and although they are only powered by a 50 horsepower engine they can go very fast reaching speeds of 50mph, as they are very light. They are relatively inexpensive and because they are inflatable they can be set up and packed away easily. Seadoo Sportsters are another attractively priced option at around �20000
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A Day Boat (dayboat) is exactly what it says - it is a boat usually used for Day Trips and therefore tends not to have any accommodation on board. Examples of uses of Day Boats would be to go for a trip along the English South Coast or go fishing. Some DayBoats will have sail as well as motors giving the choice of power depending on the conditions. Prices for these boats varies from less than �1,000 for a used craft from a boat brokerage, to over �50,000 for a high end specification.The Jeanneau Cap Camarat is a good example of a motor day boat and can be acquired for less than �20,000 second hand whilst the Hawk 20 is a good example of a sailing dayboat
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Water treatment for water tanks on boats.

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 22:36:24 +0200
A water purification product for water tanks on boats (in fact any "fresh" water) that is totally effective, odourless, tasteless AND beneficial for your well-being. Aqua Salveo water disinfectant was first and foremostly designed to disinfect contaminated and polluted human drinking water. Therefore, two issues were pertinent. Firstly, Aqua Salveo is needed to demonstrate a killing efficiency with regards to bactaria, fungi and possibly viruses and secondly, as the product is intended for people, it needed to be safe, even when used on a regular basis. Aqua Salveo contains no chlorine or bleaches. AQUA SALVEO IS SPECIFICALLY MADE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION AND IS SAFE TO USE AS DIRECTED.

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Sailing Yacht's first aid kit - what is necessary for cruising?

Thu, 10 May 2007 21:37:19 +0200
A cruising yacht is often on passage and far away from any assistance so it is important to have some knowledge and good reference material to treat a variety of possible injuries or ailments - and have the necessary medicines and first aid dressings, etc., close to hand. You cannot carry everything but what do YOU have in your medical kit?

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Monday, December 15, 2008

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For many people, boating is a great way to escape the daily routine. There seems to be a calming effect while boating out on the waters while being surrounded by nature. Whether you're going on a fishing trip or taking your sweetheart to a romantic getaway, it is the perfect way to spend the day.

For many men, owning a boat is a very cool thing to have. While some men can easily afford their first car while in their teenage years, buying a boat will not usually occur until the man as well into his adulthood. For some men boats can be a greater passion than cars. However, owning a boat is no different than owning a car; both require maintenance. In fact, maintaining a boat on average is more expensive that maintaining a car.

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The Bayliner Boat Company has been around since 1955 and they provides high-class boats for the every day guy in the boating industry. The company also provides the essential care items such as boat parts, boat covers and boating equipment.

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The company produces all types of different boats and yachts so getting a Bayliner boat cover maybe a bit of the challenge at times. The good news is the company manufactures its own boat covers, which does help a lot.

With regards to ordering a cover, there are two ways to go about this. The first choice would be to order a custom-made cover for your boat. This would probably be the best way to go because you know the cover will fit your boat like a glove. However, this will require you taking the right and accurate measurements of your boat. Some of these measurements you can find in your boats manual. If you're unsure, you can always call a professional to do the measurement for you. The money you spend is well worth the investment.

Your second option is to purchase a ready made Bayliner boat cover, which can very well be perfect as the company itself manufactures them with their boats in mind. All you have to do it is to provide them with a model number of your boat and they will do the rest.

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When you purchase a Bayliner boat cover you have a few decisions to make:

* The type of material you need for your boat

* The design of the boat cover

* The color of the boat cover

Once your choices are laid out, the professional staff will take over and pick you the perfect boat cover, thus keeping your boat out of the bad weather and extending it's life.

The pricing of the covers will be determined by the size and material you pick. Purchasing a boat cover is a wise investment and worth every penny. Owning a boat is like having a baby, or as so many boat owners say, investing in its well-being is assuring a long and healthy life to enjoy it for many many years to come.

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Rustler 36 yacht- This well-proven, fast, blue water cruiser, from the designers Holman and Pye, inspires complete confidence with excellent sailing performance and quality of design. The Rustler 36 is very much a yacht for the experienced and discerning sailor. She is built to the highest specification for serious blue water cruising and has an enviable reputation for performance, longevity, comfort and value for money. She is immensely strong, hull and deck mouldings are laid up by hand to Lloyds Register approved specifications using Lloyds approved materials. The coachroof and inner coamings are stiffened with end core balsa and all deck fittings are reinforced by marine ply pads. The hull, deck and bulkheads are bonded with the toe rail through-bolted and sealed. Each yacht is customised and hand built to an owners specification
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How do I find a repair facility for my inflatable boat? Go to a Supplier's Index and search for the listing of the manufacturer of your boat. Click there to go to their website and locate the "dealer list" to search for a dealer/repair facility in your area. If brand loyalty is not an issue, or your brand has no dealer in your area, some of the bigger manufacturers have many dealers to choose from as most dealers will repair any brand of inflatable.


In the hands of an experienced driver, a jet ski can provide hours of excitement. Some PWCs can accommodate two or more riders, and have enough towing power for innertubes or water skis. Jet skis are also popular with ocean-based lifeguards and rescue squads.
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Sailing crew wanted for Florida Keys to Bahamas on Sept 1, 2007.

Thu, 2 Aug 2007 18:12:14 +0200
Professional captain seeks moderately experienced sailing crew for fast 300 mile passage from Key Largo to Abaco, Bahamas. Must be able to stand watch, assist in galley, and handle personal expenses.

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Sailing Crew Wanted From Malta To Cape Town

Sat, 8 Sep 2007 14:43:59 +0200
I'm a "forced retired" 45 year old Swiss South African software/electronics engineer looking for one fit & good natured male or female sailing crew to join me in an adventure, sailing from from Malta to Cape Town via the Atlantic and Brazil, beginning in October '07, later non-stop from Brazil to Cape Town. My boat is a 35ft steel ketch, primitive but very seaworthy and comfortable. The embarkation point is Malta, Gibraltar or the Canary Islands.

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Sydney Harbour Sea Trials - Seeking Sailing Crew

Sun, 16 Sep 2007 12:26:08 +0200
Seeking sailing crew for 44' steel cutter. Join on Sydney Harbour. Yacht is coming to the end of a major refit so initially short trips (1 to 4 hours) are envisaged. Initial destinations are not important, so by route by negotiation.

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All the boats are of different types and they have their own story. You should have a boat insurance, which suits your personality and your boat perfectly.

How We Cover You: There is no other way, when your are out in the water, there are always possibilities of an accident so you should be very careful and you should carry medicine pills so that u can heal yourself if you might get hurted.

Medical Payments Coverage: If you or your relatives are injured in the boats which are included in the insurance policy, they are provided help and medical facilities afterwards. You and other passenger who are traveling in your boat include water skier are covered and if any one gets injured by another boat swimming near boat.

How We Cover Your Boat: When something goes wrong, good boat insurance coverage could mean the difference between sinking and swimming.

Physical Damage Coverage:This policy includes repair and maintenance of your boats and its parts etc and if it's stolen, vandalized, or damaged 0by wind, hail, lightning, fire, or explosion, this insurance policy can help. It also provides emergency service (up to $100), wreck removal, and other boat parts.

In your boat insurance policy, a different amount of Physical Damage is to be chosen for each boat. A deductible is also to be chosen for the same. Before the coverage kicks in, you will have to pay the amount in order to file a claim. A different amount of deductible can be selected for each boat.

How We Cover the Rest: If you're in an accident, there's a good chance someone else was involved. And if you're at fault, you'll want strong liability coverage.

Watercraft Liability Coverage: Sometimes safest boat operators have bad luck and this insurance policy helps the most at this situation. If you or someone else in your household has a boating or jet ski accident that:

1.Damages a dock,

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3.Injures someone else (including a swimmer or water skier).

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A jetboat is a boat propelled by a jet of water ejected from the back of the craft. Unlike a powerboat or motorboat that uses a propeller in the water below or behind the boat, a jetboat draws the water from under the boat into a pump-jet inside the boat, then expels it through a nozzle at the stern.
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Some inflatable boats are still made from a rubber-based fabric called Hypalon. While this is still a very good material, its major downfall is that it can only be joined by gluing, done manually. Problems including poor bonds, delamination of seams or fabric can still affect these glued fabrics. Today, many inflatables are manufactured from polyurethane fabrics, although larger inflatables (particularly RIBs used for rescue or military purposes) use hypalon because thicker hypalon fabrics are still considered to be stronger and more durable than polyurethane. There are some hypalon fabrics that are "2-ply" or a double unit made up of hypalon/weave/hypalon/weave/hypalon and are used for extreme situations including bumper padding, bow skirts, anti-chafe patches and similar applications.


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Pilot-House sailing yachts - how seaworthy?

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 14:59:28 +0200
Other aspects of pilot-house sailing yachts that should be considered?

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Kullman and Carroll - ‘08 Melges 32 Gold Cup Champions

A massive congratulations is extended to Marty Kullman and Mike Carroll (Clearwater, Fla.) on USA-131 New Wave. From early class beginnings, Marty and Mike have always been at the forefront of Melges 32 sailing. Today, they captured yet another major championship title, that of 2008 Melges 32 Gold Cup Regatta ...

L.A. To Auckland Adventure Sailing Crew Wanted, Pacific crossing December/January.

Thu, 6 Dec 2007 10:53:40 +0200
We are looking for two or three fun experienced crew to join our trans-pacific adventure. We, my friend Chris and I (Mike) are moving a 50 ft sail boat from Los Angeles to Auckland NZ, we plan to leave LA between Dec 18 and Dec 22 depending on weather, headed for Rarotonga. As weather permits we will head on toward Tonga and/or NZ. If you are interested in joining us on this trip we would be very interested in hearing from you.This is not a paying position, but provisions will be supplied.

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Buying Fishing Boats Tips

By Garvin Douglas


Even if you are an experienced fisherman, you may find that you need assistance figuring out important nuances on buying a fishing boat. You certainly want to purchase the right one - after all, they are not cheap!

Here are a few tips that will help you buy a boat that is best suited to your needs.

1. What are you buying the boat for?

This may seem like a silly question, but it is important to consider what type of fishing your boat will be used for. Will it be used exclusively on quiet stretches of water, or will you venture out onto the open sea in it? When will it be used? Are you only interested in daylight fishing, or will you need to stay on it overnight?

If you plan to fish on the sea or stay on it overnight, you will need a boat with a hull. Such boats are built to withstand waves and rougher waters, and they are essential if you will be out at sea. Having a hull also means that you will have somewhere to sleep at night when on overnight fishing trips.

2. Your budget.

This is self-explanatory; you need to make sure that you can afford a boat that is within your means. Boats can cost a lot of money, so it is important to determine a budget before you set out looking for one. Remember to stay within your means, even if there is a boat with a higher price tag that you like. Your fishing trips will be distracted if you are sailing in a boat you know you can't afford.

3. Warranties.

You must make sure that your fishing boat has a warranty. If you buy from a dealer, you will be able to verify that everything is in order. You will also have the added peace of mind concerning protection in the event of a significant failure on an expensive part of the boat.

4. The Certification.

All fishing boats should be certified by the NMMA (National Marine Managers Association). If your boat is certified, that proves the boat has passed the strict standards of the agency. This will afford you peace of mind that your boat is safe to journey out onto the water.

It is very important that you follow these tips when buying a fishing boat. Doing so will help to ensure you sail away in the ideal boat for your fishing enjoyment.

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Sailing Crew Wanted From Gibraltar To St Lucia With Arc 2007.

Mon, 27 Aug 2007 18:23:05 +0200
Boat details: Island Packet 420 - 44 foot cruising sloop, fully equipped for long range sailing with two onboard chart plotters, genset, solar panels, wind generator, watermaker, SSB, AIS, radar, and all safety equipment required and recommended by the ARC committee. Sailing crew needed.

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A Call To All Cruisers Around The World

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 15:41:49 +0200
The World Cruising and Sailing Wiki is a free, online world cruising guide developed by cruisers, for cruisers. This Cruising Wiki already contains almost 4,000 pages and has already had 250,000 page views - and growing fast The World Cruising Wiki contains information about world ports, country immigration and customs procedures, local weather info, radio nets, approaches and navigation, ocean passages, marinas, yacht clubs, anchorages, photos, chartlets, ... and much more. It also contains general information about sailing, radio, yacht maintenance, safety at sea, cruisers blogs, etc., etc. The World Cruising Wiki is being developed by cruisers all around the world - contributing information about regions that they know (in the true cruiser's spirit) so that others who follow in their wake can benefit. The resource can remain completely up to date as contributors can edit/update information online, 24/7.

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Boat Loans - Obtaining the Best Rates

By David Faulkner


Having a boat is a dream that many men secretly nurture. It's one of the major purchases anyone can make, probably as important as buying a home! A car is something that everyone needs to buy, but a boat is already considered a luxury.

The major decision to purchase a boat brings about the question of how you are going to pay for it. It's good if you can pay in cash, but oftentimes, this is not the case. It is a relief to find out that you can now avail of boat loans to pay for your boat purchase. If you look around, you may be able to scout for the best competitive interest rate in town.

The local bank is the primary institution to obtain boat loans. It offers competitive interest rates and if you are a valued client, you may even be granted preferential rates that may either be fixed or variable for a term of six months. The loans officer of the bank will require you to submit documentary requirements before processing boat loans.

Aside from the bank, a credit union is also an ideal source for boat loans. If you happen to get rejected by the bank, or if the bank rate does not suit your budget, the credit union may just have something for you. It caters to almost all types of land and water vehicles and they can offer competitive rates as a come-on to would be clients. You may make inquiries on boat loans over the phone by talking to the loans officer.

Boat distributors may also offer boat loans with special terms. This alternative seems to be the best arrangement because you get to finance the purchase of your boat and obtain a warranty and maintenance for the same from just a single location.

Processing of boat loans entails evaluation of the loan clients and thus may take a longer time to be released. However, the savings you can get out of minimal interest rates is worth the wait. Canvassing interest rates at other sources can help you secure the best boat loans deal to suit your budget.

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Chambliss makes campaign pitch in Brunswick for Senate runoff

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 23:00:17 GMT

U.S. Sen. Saxby Chambliss brought his get-out-the-vote message to Republican Party faithful Saturday with just 10 days left in his runoff campaign against Democrat Jim Martin.



New free sailing crewfinder.

Sun, 9 Oct 2005 16:34:17 +0200
Link] A new free sailing crewfinder board for "crew wanted" and "crew looking for positions" in the Indian Ocean and Atlantic regions has been established on the Cruising Connections forum boards.

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Oceanswatch - Anyone Know Much About Them?, www.oceanswatch.org

Fri, 2 May 2008 15:25:52 +0200
The Oceanswatch web site was interesting to me, but I'm not familiar with many charitable organizations traveling on small private yachts, and so I wrote to Oceanswatch for a copy of their charter before I went any further. They really haven't been very forthcoming, it seems. On their web site, under "charter" they state: "Copies of our Trust documents are available on request by emailing chris@oceanswatch.org" I emailed Chris, and here are the emails sent and received as of today. It doesn't cost him anything to send copies of this stuff to me, does it? So now I'm asking what does he have to hide? Anybody here know?

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Schooner Alvei Overdue To New Zealand.

Wed, 5 Dec 2007 22:42:20 +0200
An aircraft is to carry out a search for a ship which was due to arrive in New Zealand on Saturday. The 92ft schooner Alvei left Port Vila in Vanuatu with nine people onboard more than three weeks ago. The Alvei is described as a learning vessel, which gives travelers the experience of sailing on a traditional ship. Its crew and passengers are believed to be aged between 27 and 66 and include Australians, Americans, a New Zealander and an Englishman.

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Recreation: Make Sure You Insure Your Boat

By Elizabeth Newberry


Boating is a recreation enjoyed by many and most people purchase boats for other recreations such as fishing or just lounging around the lake on a hot summer day; however, the recreation of boating is not immediately fun and games. You must also take responsibility for your boat and protect yourself and others, by purchasing an insurance policy for your boat.

Insurance companies vary when it come to the kinds of coverage they offer with their difference types of insurance policies, whether you are purchasing an insurance policy for your car or your boat. Because of these variations, shopping for an insurance policy for anything can be a very confusing process. When it comes to boats, though, there are four basic coverage options you should consider when you start browsing and shopping for the different insurance policies available for your boat, regardless of the variations,

Look for an insurance company that offers you an insurance policy for your boat that �

� Covers property damages to your boat. Maybe your boat becomes vandalized and covered in graffiti. Maybe your mast gets struck by lightening. Make sure your boat�s insurance policy covers these repairs.

� Provides liability coverage in the event that your boat causes damage due to your negligent operation and/or ownership.

� Covers the medical costs of anyone injured on your boat, or because of your boat.

� Offers uninsured coverage in the even that you, your passengers, and/or your boat sustain damages from another boat that is not insured.

Remember, just because you use your boat for recreation and enjoyment does not mean that accidents will not happen. Whether your boat provides family recreation or a personal getaway, make sure to purchase an insurance policy for your boat that will cover all four of the above situations before you hit the water; that way, you can enjoy yourself knowing you and your boat are protected after you set sail.

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Yacht Moquini search by French Navy

Sat, 8 Oct 2005 11:09:17 +0200
Link] A French naval vessel en-route Reunion, to Cape Town conducted an extensive search of the area where sailing yacht MOQUINI was last reported.......

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Two new sailing and cruising marine ebooks available for download.

Sun, 14 Jan 2007 12:11:41 +0200
"Southern Indian Ocean Crossing Notes - Sailing East to West and West to East" by Tony Herrick and "Cruising the Islands & Atolls of the Mozambigue Channel" by Tony Herrick as well as the free ebook "Welcome to Durban - A Sailor's Guide" - to assist sailors to make safe landfall in South Africa - updated Dec '06.

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Sailing Crew Wanted, Sailing SW Florida, Keys and Miami.

Fri, 8 Jun 2007 17:57:02 +0200
2001 Beneteau 411, home port Tampa Bay area in SW Florida, will be making numerous sailing trips to the Keys and Miami and return with many stops in between. Sailing crew will be responsible for their own food and personal expenses.

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