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Sailing Magazine January 2016

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35' J/35 '84........................$30,000

33' J/100 '06..................... $79,000

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January 2016 Featured Boats at Northwest Boat Shows 30 Previews of boats to see at the shows, as well as the new designs for 2016! * 48° North Top 25 Will Be in the February Issue!

SEA WARS

Lessons Learned Cruising

The Wiring Whisperer

How-to: Get High-Tech with your Line

Galley Essentials with Amanda

Hurricane Patricia

Little Boats, Big Variety

Women’s Sailboat Racing History

Artist’s View - Secrets of the Salish Sea

48° North Race Report

Not long ago, in a county not very far away... By Stephanie Campbell Schwenk Feed the dream, ask the questions, get the right gear! By Jamie and Behan Gifford This retired electrician is a neighborly guiding-light. By Cara Kuhlman Understanding the various fibers and purposes. By Jack and Alex Wilken New Years Day: When some sailors go cycling. By Amanda Swan Neal A PNW sailor’s experience prepping for a BIG storm. By Kelly Wanamaker A look at the breadth of options in the 27’ range. By Andy Schwenk A glimpse into the lives of some local pioneers. By Kirsten Bergstrom Squat Lobster: Crabby members of the clean-up crew. By Larry Eifert TYC Winter Vashon, CYC Turkey Bowl, and more!

Hike, you Turkeys! Members of the fun and competitive Tasar fleet get off the line during CYC Turkey Bowl. Story page 70. Photo by Max Thayer.

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Editorial 6 Letters 11 Calendar 18 Lowtide 20 Product News 36 In the Biz 37 www.48North.com

January 2016

Books 38 Trivia 39 Crossword 40 Classified Ads 73 Brokerage/Listings 83 Index to Advertisers 92 5

What to Ask? Who to Ask? Happy 2016, friends of 48° North. Man, what a year of sailing in the Pacific Northwest we just had! As great as 2015 was, if you’re not already psyched for the coming year, well, then I think you must not be paying attention. Either that, or this powder snow is blinding you? I said PAY ATTENTION...and get excited! It may be ski season, but it’s also boat show season! I love these boat shows in Portland, Vancouver, and Seattle. One of my favorite parts about the Seattle Show is the chance to see and interact with so many of you, our readers. So, please stop by our booth and say hello! But, I also love how many pillars of the marine industry I get to work side-by-side with for days on end at the show; as if I needed another reminder of how many great people love sailing... For you, the show presents that unique opportunity to interact face-to-face with professionals who are normally just pictures or emails or names on the pages of our magazine or on the web. The opportunity to see the stuff at the boat show is cool. The opportunity to see the pros at the boat show - I think that’s cooler. Most boat folks I know already have a gear list that accordions out of their pocket. This month, the Giffords give you a number of recommendations about how to balance feeding the dream with analyzing gear and gear manufacturers based on their experience as world cruisers (page 42). I really appreciate their reminder that the best deal may not actually be the best deal because of the challenges that can follow. So whether you’re thinking about a small boat (Andy Schwenk talks about a few on page 58) or a large boat, or maybe some new hightech line (read Jack and Alex’s article about that first, page 48), all three boat shows in the next month will, of course, have the STUFF in spades. But, after asking the pros your deep-dive gear or knowledge questions, if you want to have the most fun at the boat show... pick a sailing exhibitor and ask them what they’re excited about in sailing. They’ll start by telling you about their product, of course. They have every right to be excited about that. But ask them again. I know exhibitors who are months away from casting off docklines for the big journey. There will be exhibitors who are just wrapping up an extensive refit, the construction of a back-yard-built cruising boat, or a diesel-to-electric conversion. Within sight of our booth are people who recently did a long-distance cruise, won a national regatta, and set a world record (seriously). The seminars are amazing, and this trick works with any seminar leader as well. We exhibitors know these are the kinds of things that many of you are doing, too. We also know that more than a few of you have worked in sailing, and are now happily playing. As should be no surprise to fans of our local scene, many of the former pros are giving back to the community. One shining example is Dan Hopkins, “The Wiring Whisperer” (page 44). Dan had an illustrious career as a marine electrician. Now retired, he’s admirably helping others safely set-up their electrical systems pro bono. He just loves boats and boat people. Ultimately, the right person to ask the right question is probably at the boat show. But don’t be surprised if you can find that person just down the dock from you, too! Looking forward to seeing you at the show! Joe Cline, Editor, 48° North

The 48° North Top 25 will be in February!

Since we have two boat show issues this year, we’re going to hold the Top 25 back until February. However, if you’re gunning for a Top 25 spot in 2016, here’s the list of races that will be counted toward the 2016 48° North Top 25! SSSS South Sound Series, CYC Center Sound Series, SYC Tri-Island Series, CYC Puget Sound Sailing Regatta, Sloop Tavern YC Blakely Rock Benefit Race, WVYC Southern Straits Classic, RVYC Swiftsure International Yacht Race, CYC P.O.D. Regatta, Whidbey Island Race Week, BYC PITCH Regatta, and CYC Puget Sound Sailing Championship, and OIYC/FHSC Round the County Race. Have fun! January 2016 www.48North.com 6

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42' Spencer '66...................... 37,500 41' Alden Schooner '99....... 194,500 41' CT PH ketch '76................ 39,000 38' Shannon ketch '81........... 96,000 38' Panda '86....................... 148,900

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38' Baltic 38 DP '85............... 119,500 37' Delphia '06.........................SOLD 37' Hunter '89.......................... 49,900 36' Catalina '84...................... 37,500 36' Irwin '82............................. 27,900 36' Union Cutter '81............... 63,900

37' Hunter '89 $49,900

38' Baltic 38 DP '85 $119,500

35' Wauquiez Pretorian '85... 86,500 34' Tartan T34C '78................. 39,900 33' Hans Christian '85............. 89,500 31' CR 310 '02...........................SOLD 30' Fisher PH '75...................... 83,700 30' Hunter '79.......................... 23,450

38' Panda '86 $148,900

36' Union Cutter '81 $63,900

35' Wauquiez Pretorien '85 $86,500 29' Gulf Pilothouse '85........... 29,500 TRAWLERS 43' Fathom Element '16........... CALL 43' Fathom Element '11....... 419,000 42' Aquanaut steel '04........ 249,000

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The Sailing Magazine November 2015

For Sailors, by Sailors

Thanks for helping us get that right, Captain John. We had fun looking into your question, and are confident that the boat pictured is the “Californian.” But, we did have her name wrong! Though they do look strikingly similar, all the photographs we found of the “Lynx” show only a single topsail on the foremast, and I learned from a tallship sailor friend that “Lynx” doesn’t have a topgallant. You’re right that the “Lynx” has been here, and we found evidence that the “Californian” has been to Canada twice and Alaska once, but likely has not been past Point Robinson (or Point Wilson, as the artist indicates here). Maybe it’s time for her to make the trip!

She's loaded with standard equipment including a Yanmar Shaft-Drive Diesel, Roller Furling Genoa, Lazy bag Mailsail on Strong Track, Wheel Steering, Shorepower, Hot/Cold Pressure Water and more. She has big boat features in a manageable, portable size! Seaward also builds 32' & 46' Retractable Keel models as well! Stop by and see us at the show! Robbie Robinson

Respectfully, Captain John J Burke, Master, USMM, CTE, FSO for Tall Ships 2005, 2008, Quartermaster Harbor, Vashon, WA President VashonMaury Island Maritime Heritage Society.

ur new Seaward 26RK (Retractable Keel) will be on display at the Portland Boat Show Jan. 13-17 and Seattle Boat Show (Indoors) Jan. 29 - Feb. 6! This trailerable model features an electric retracting keel for extreme shallow draft, handy for launching and gunkholing.

The tops'l schooner Californian may be pictured, not the California. California was the name formerly used by the San Francisco Bar Pilots for the schooner Zodiac. She has since returned to the name Zodiac and home ports in Bellingham. Artistic license is fine, but to my knowledge the Californian has never passed the Point Robinson light. The vessel pictured looks more like the Lynx which would have been in that position in July of 2008.

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Schooner Californian Correction

Code Zero and the Masters of Illusion Dear 48° North Community, The 193 mile Oregon Offshore race starts at the mouth of the Columbia River ending at Victoria's Ogden Point. The only mark on the course is the Duntze Rock Bouy north of Tatoosh Island at Cape Flattery. It must be left to starboard. There is a time limit of 72 hours. Usually, a 136 mile beat up the coast is followed by a sprint down the Strait of Juan de Fuca to Race Rocks and into Victoria Harbour. With a start around noon on Thursday, www.48North.com

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Letters most boats finish sometime on Saturday. However, the experience can vary dramatically from year to year. The 2014 race was the fastest on record. With strong winds from the south and west, every boat made a “personal best” for the trip. Records were set by several hours for elapsed and corrected time. Winning on corrected time were the smallest boats (Santa Cruz 27s) skimming across the ocean and blasting down the Strait on a plane. By contrast, 2015 saw the slowest race on record. Many racers spent long hours going nowhere or even backwards, fighting a south flowing current that often ran at a knot or more. Only one boat ( Rage - a 70 ft. sled) finished the entire race. Two boats managed to get to Duntze Rock before the 72 hour deadline and thus placed 2nd and 3rd overall. I was fortunate to be on Velocity, the boat finishing second. Velocity is a J/42, considered fast but somewhat heavy compared to her sisters in the J class. How did we get there ahead of lighter and presumably faster competitors? Well, it was due to the Code Zero and the illusion of apparent wind that it creates. The Code Zero is an ultralight headsail made of gossamer fabric. It can hold its shape and move the boat in winds of less than one knot. Sailors know that we never sail in the true wind, only in the apparent wind (the air flow that results from the actual wind and the movement of the sails through the air). “Velocity” ghosts past Tatoosh Island.

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And here is where the illusion kicks in. In very light air, when the boat begins to move forward, it creates an apparent wind which moves it faster, creating even more apparent wind, until it reaches a speed of two to two and one-half knots. The illusion of wind persists until an errant wave knocks the wind out of the sail and you have to start the whole process over again. On another heavy boat (a Cascade 36), we were able to create the same effect by managing the oscillations of the boom as it swung back and forth in the waves. In that race we finished first in our division. In very light air, success goes to those who can best master this technique. Get the boat moving; create the illusion of wind and sail in it. Give it a try! You too can become a Master of Illusion. Use whatever you can to create the impression that there is wind and then sail away, leaving others to flop around in the waves and curse their luck. Happy Sailing, Carl Hosticka www.48North.com

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Letters All the Power You Need

Moore Fun for Evermoore! Dear Joe, I am endlessly humbled by you and all of the Salish Sailors I’ve met in my visits up from Portland. The mariners of the Puget Sound sailing scene are both the toughest and most welcoming I’ve ever met in my travels afloat. On my first visit up from the backwater on the Columbia River that was my home, you helped me find work teaching at Seattle Sailing Club, as well as a place to moor while I was in town. One day on that visit, I twisted Tom Muir’s arm into sailing with me for my first ever Monday night Sloop Tavern race. I was impressed by the Salish Sailors and the way the PHRF was run right there at the bar that very night! The pool table was cleared to make room for the PA to announce the placing. We even got a sticker out of it! It was such a welcome that I have recently chosen to move to the Emerald City. You Salish Sailors have impressed me so much with your generosity and sailing skill that I had to leave Never Never Land and all worldly desires and become a disciple of the Salish Sea.

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Not long ago, I pulled up to a stoplight next to a fine example of an Astro van (like mine) and noticed a Moore 24 sticker on the back. I gestured to the driver to roll his window down à la Waynes World and was like: “You have a Moore?! I just got a Moore!” He was like: “No, but I’m part owner of a sail loft and sail on Moores.” And, I was like “Woah dude!” When I stopped by his loft, there was a help wanted sign in the door (who does that anymore?). Long story not so short, I quit my job in Portland and I’m bringing my live-aboard up to learn from the masters at Ballard Sails so I can make sails for my Moore for our 2016 Pac Cup (follow our preparation and crazy refit projects on Facebook at Evermoore Racing Development). In the mean time I’m trying to fit in. The Rainier is tasting better with every sip and I’m sussing out Ballard’s best happy hours. Big ups to the other sailing rockstars I have met who have humbled me with their generosity, and who I want to be like when I grow up. “I’m not worthy!” Thanks again! Rhys Balmer Moore 24, Evermoore www.48North.com

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Calendar January 2016

Happy New Year! Marine Thrift Store Grand Opening, Wooden Boat Chandlery in Port Townsend, (360) 379-2629 4-15 Flagship Maritime Captain’s License Course, Vancouver: www.flagshipmaritimetraining.com 5 Bellevue Sail & Power Squadron Sail Class, www.bellevueppowersquadron.org 5 Bellevue Sail & Power Squadron Marine Electrical Systems Class, www.bellevueppowersquadron.org 5 NW Multihull presents: Captain Carolyn “Ace” Spragg, www.nwmultihull.org 9 Three Tree Point YC Duwamish Head Race, www.ttpyc.org 9 AMTC Captain's License course, www.americanmarinetc.com 10 Seattle Singles YC/NW Riggers YC's Goosebumps Sailboat Races on Lake Union, www.ssyc.com or www.nwriggers.com 10 Seattle Laser Frostbite series, seattlelaserfleet@gmail.com 11 USMA Captain's License Class, Port Townsend, with first night a free Q&A: www.usmaritime.us 11 Bellevue Sail & Power Squadron Electronic Navigation Class, www.bellevueppowersquadron.org 12 Bellevue Sail & Power Squadron Seamanship Class, www.bellevueppowersquadron.org 13 Bellevue Sail & Power Squadron Marine Radar Seminar, www.bellevueppowersquadron.org 13-17 Portland Boat Show, O’Laughlin Trade Show, www.otshows.com 15 Puget Sound Cruising Club meeting at North Seattle Community College, www.pugetsoundcruisingclub.org 17 Seattle Singles YC/NW Riggers YC's Goosebumps Sailboat Races on Lake Union, www.ssyc.com or www.nwriggers.com 18-26 Flagship Maritime Captain’s License course, Tacoma: www.flagshipmaritimetraining.com 20-24 Vancouver International Boat Show, www.vancouverboatshow.ca 23 Sloop Tavern YC Iceberg Regatta, www.styc.org 23 Bellevue Sail & Power Squadron ABC All Day Public Boating Class, www.bellevueppowersquadron.org 24 Seattle Singles YC/NW Riggers YC's Goosebumps Sailboat Races on Lake Union, www.ssyc.com or www.nwriggers.com 29-6 Seattle Boats Show Indoor & Afloat, Century Link and South Lake Union: www.seattleboatshow.com 30 Mahina Offshore Cruising Seminar at the Seattle Silver Cloud, www.mahina.com 1 4

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Corinthian YC Winter Speaker Series presents Al Hughes and crew from Elise Piddock, winners of the R2AK, (206) 789-1919 6-13 American Marine Training Center Captain's License Course, Port Hadlock, www.americanmarinetc.com 7 Seattle Singles YC/NW Riggers YC's Goosebumps Sailboat Races on Lake Union, www.ssyc.com or www.nwriggers.com 8-19 Flagship Maritime Captain’s License course, Mercer Island: www.flagshipmaritimetraining.com 10 Bellevue Sail & Power Squadron Marine Weather Seminar, www.bellevueppowersquadron.org 12-14 Winter Rendezvous in Poulsbo, http://thewinterrendezvous. brownpapertickets.com 13 Orcas Island YC Winter Shaw Island Race, (360) 376-3236 14 Seattle Singles YC/NW Riggers YC's Goosebumps Sailboat Races on Lake Union, www.ssyc.com or www.nwriggers.com 17 Bellevue Sail & Power Squadron Tides and Currents Seminar, www.bellevueppowersquadron.org 12 Puget Sound Cruising Club meeting at North Seattle Community College featuring Jenn Whitsett from the Seattle Aquarium, www.pugetsoundcruisingclub.org Corinthian YC Winter Speaker Series presents Sally Christine 12 Rodgers and her book, Convergence: A Voyage Through French Polynesia, (206) 789-1919 South Sound Sailing Society/Olympia YC Toliva Shoal Race, 20 www.ssssclub.com AMTC Captain's License course, www.americanmarinetc.com 20 20 USMA Captain's License Class, Port Townsend, www.usmaritime.us Anacortes YC Girts Rekevics Memorial Foul Weather Race, 20 www.anacortesyachtclub.com Mahina Offshore Cruising Seminar at the Granville Island Hotel, 20 Vancouver, B.C., www.mahina.com Seattle Laser Frostbite series, seattlelaserfleet@gmail.com 21 22-4 Flagship Maritime Captain’s License course, Tacoma: www.flagshipmaritimetraining.com Bellevue Sail & Power Squadron Boat Handling Under Power 24 Seminar, www.bellevueppowersquadron.org USCG Aux Boating Skills & Seamanship class begins at Chuck 25 Olsen Chevrolet, (425) 743-9295 Corinthian YC Winter Speaker Series presents Mark Bunzel and 26 Margaret Pommert, (206) 789-1919 Port Madison Jim Depue Memorial Race, www.wscyc.net 27 27-28 Puget Sound Cruising Club cruise to Eagle Harbor YC for the Annual Rain and Luau, www.pugetsoundcruisingclub.org

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The show features two locations, 1,000 recreational watercraft and more than 400 exhibitors. There are more than three acres of the latest innovations in accessories, technology and boating gear on display indoors, plus 100 world-class yachts in their natural habitat on South Lake Union. A free shuttle runs between both locations. There are more than 200 free seminars during the nine days of the show and advanced training classes for a fee through Boat Show University. A full list of seminars are on pages 22-25. For a complete list of exhibitors, travel package and ticket prices, please visit www.SeattleBoatShow.com New For 2016: $2 Weekend Parking! Purchase an e-ticket and get weekend parking at the Union Station Garage for just $2! (One $2 parking pass per transaction) Looking For Free Parking? Purchase a Carpool Pack (4 adult tickets) online and receive one day of free parking at the Union Station Garage. Or, grab a Boat Show Family Pack to receive 2 adult tickets, 2 youth tickets, 4 hot dogs and 1 day of free parking at the Union Station Garage. Notice: You must either print out ticket(s) or show on mobile device to get into show or Union Station Parking Garage. No e-tickets are mailed or placed at Will Call.

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Marine Career Fair February 1 The Northwest Marine Trade Association is organizing a career fair at the Seattle Boat Show, from 9:00am - 11:00am, featuring 25 local marinerelated businesses with 130+ full-time positions plus many seasonal ones. “The recreational marine industry is experiencing great growth.” According to George Harris, President, Northwest Marine Trade Association. The immediate openings are for all facets of business such as sales, customer service, administration, some seasonal, but most of the need and open positions are for skilled marine technicians, experienced mechanics and skilled laborers (fiberglass work and repair, welding, glazing, rigging, painting). These are well paid jobs - $70,800 is the average annual salary before benefits for maritime industry employees in Washington state. For a complete list of participating companies, visit: www.seattleboatshow.com/job-fair.html Attendees will be given free admittance to the Boat Show for Monday, February 1, so that they may explore the show, talk to exhibitors and learn more about the boating business and lifestyle. To enter the building Job Fair participants will go up the stairs located between the CenturyLink Event Center and CenturyLink Field.

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2016 Seattle Boat Show - Boating Seminars Friday: January 29

Stage #2 North Hall 12:00 pm: The Weather Briefing: Assessing Your Marine Weather Self Reliant Skills by Lee Chesneau 1:00 pm: Unlocking the Mystery of the 500 mb Chart by Lee Chesneau 2:00 pm: No Impact Docking by Carolyn “Ace” Spragg 3:00 pm: Diesel Engine Essentials with Amanda Swan Neal 4:00 pm: Using Your Mobile Device with Your Onboard Electronics by Doug Miller 5:00 pm: Ocean Cruising Boat Selection by John Neal & Pete McGonagle 6:00 pm: Cruising On a Budget by Wendy Hinman 7:00 pm: Ten Tips For Using AIS on Your Boat by Doug Miller Stage #3 North Hall 11:15 am: Wildlife of the Coast of the Great Bear Rainforest by Patrick Freeny 12:15 pm: A Family Sails Around the World by Pam Wall 1:15 pm: Night Navigation: Nancy Erley 2:15 pm: Vic-Maui's Half Century 1965-2016: Challenge: Adventure & Teamwork! by David Sutcliffe 3:15 pm: Is a Pontoon for You? by Scott Sky Smith 4:15 pm: Cruising with Kids in the Pacific Northwest by Andy Cross 5:15 pm: Myth & Monster What Lurks Under Your Boat by Annie Crawley 6:15 pm: Ocean Voyaging: The People: the Places by the Adventure: Denny Emory 7:15 pm: Unlocking What Sails You Need to Sail South to Mexico and Beyond by Jeffrey Sanders Saturday: January 30 Stage #4 Club Level 11:00 am: Living Without Refrigeration and Cooking Aboard by Wendy Hinman 12:00 pm: Anchoring in Northwest Waters by Mike Huston

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2:00 pm: Boat and Lifestyle Preparations for Coastal and Offshore Cruising by Liza Copeland 3:00 pm: Marine Parks of the San Juan Islands by Michael Whellams & Ted Schlund 4:00 pm: Tides: Currents & Trip Planning by Carolyn “Ace” Spragg 5:00 pm: Advanced Anchoring by Nancy Erley 6:00 pm: Let's Go Offshore! by Andy Schwenk Stage #3 North Hall 1:15 pm: Be an Informed Boat Purchaser by Lynne Reister 2:15 pm: The Reality of Leaving: Sailing to San Francisco by Ryan & Kris Shellborn 3:15 pm: Odor Control: Why Are You Sailing an Outhouse? by Don Zimmerman 4:15 pm: Celestial Navigation 101 by Dominique Prinet 5:15 pm: 22 Feet to Alaska by Sam Landsman 6:15 pm: How to Charter a Yacht with Other Couples by Sandy Williamson Wednesday: February 3 Stage #2 North Hall 1:00 pm: Boat Buyers University: Which Boat is Right for Me? by Brian Krantz 2:00 pm: Alaska: A Summer Cruise Made Easy by Jim Rard 3:00 pm: Cruising to SE Alaska’s Glaciers by Elsie Hulsizer 4:00 pm: You and Your Sailboat! by Andy Schwenk 5:00 pm: Top 10 Places NOT to Cruise To in the San Juan and Gulf Islands... And the Ones Not to Miss by Mark Bunzel 6:00 pm: No Impact Docking by Carolyn "Ace" Spragg 7:00 pm: Get Away From the Docks and Mooring Buoys: Anchor Out Instead! by Steve Lorimer Stage #3 North Hall 1:15 pm: Celestial Navigation 101 by Dominique Prinet 2:15 pm: Wildlife of the Coast of the Great Bear Rainforest by Patrick Freeny

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Lowtide Set Sail with the 56th annual Portland Boat Show January 13-17 The 56th Annual Portland Boat Show is gearing up for launch on January 13th. This year, Oregon’s only boat show will return to the Portland Expo Center – filling 250,000 square feet with new and pre-owned fishing boats, ski boats, yachts, sailing vessels, personal watercraft, accessories and much more. The 5-day event has plenty to offer those with an interest in boating and on-the-water thrills. Find outstanding deals on lines, brands and styles. Each year, boating enthusiasts from all over the Northwest come to see new boat lines, technology and accessories – and the 2016 Portland Boat Show will not disappoint. Once again, the show will feature great opportunities to save, such as 2-for-1 admissions offered on all days of the show and free parking at select times! The top local and national manufacturers, associations and dealers will be in attendance – along with local

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Vancouver International Boat Show January 20-24 Western Canada’s largest boat show, the 54th Annual Vancouver International Boat Show, is set to host an exciting lineup of the newest and most innovative boats and accessories from over 250 exhibitors, along with entertaining and informative seminars for all of your boating needs. “The 2016 show will provide an excellent opportunity for boaters and those interested in the boating lifestyle to learn more about the industry’s newest boats and accessories,” says Show Manager, Eric Nicholl. “The West Coast offers unparalleled boating experiences, and we are pleased to provide attendees with all of the information and gear required in navigating the beautiful coastlines, lakes and rivers.” New for this year is The Lower Deck, the show’s central socializing hub, and best place for guests to plan their show experience, navigate the exciting lineup of the newest and most

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Lowtide “A Jacket For Life” Campaign Was A Success! Because of your generous support and donations, Sail Sand Point was able to raise $3,100 from individual donors, which was matched by an anonymous donor, bringing the total amount of money raised for the “A Jacket for Life” Campaign to a whopping $6,200. Thanks to West Marine's help with our campaign, we were able to stretch every dollar donated and purchase a total of 186 brand new PFDs. The beautiful new life jackets were personally delivered by West Marine, and now reside in our boathouse, just waiting to be worn. We are happy to report that we were able to purchase life jackets in a variety of sizes, so every sailor, big or small, will be able to go out on the water safely and comfortably. Our entire stock of life jackets is now red, so it will be easy for Sail Sand Point instructors to keep track of their fleet when out on the water. We cannot thank you, our community, enough for helping us reach this tremendous campaign goal.

The money you each donated not only ensures that Sail Sand Point has top of-the-line PFDs for our boaters to use, but that we are also able to put more resources toward scholarships and outreach opportunities for our community partners for low to no cost, continuing our mission of providing access for all.

January 30: Seattle Silver Cloud Stadium adjacent to Seattle Boat Show February 20: Vancouver, B.C. at Granville Island Hotel sponsored by Blue Water Cruising Association Presented by John Neal, Amanda Swan Neal, and Peter McGonagle. This exciting nine-hour seminar will give you the knowledge and tools to save years and thousands of dollars as you prepare for your cruising lifestyle. The 18 topics include choosing the right boat, outfitting within your budget, piracy and storm tactics. Seminar outline and registration is detailed on www.mahina.com, phone (206) 378-1110 or email sailing@mahina.com

Winter Rendezvous February 12, 13 & 14 Mary Anne Ward, Daniel Leach (of West Marine), and Caroline Robertson excitedly check out the new PFDs.

Calling all Regattas & Rendezvous The 2016 Festival Season Opens with Holland Happening April 24th and ends Labor Day weekend with the Oak Harbor Music Festival. Don’t Miss Out; Make your group reservation today! • Holland Happening April 22-24: A Dutch themed street festival. • San Juan Nationals June 24-26: A champion will be crowned. • Whidbey Island Race Week July 11-15: Solid week of world class racing. • Oak Harbor Music Festival September 2-4: Three day music festival. Oak Harbor Marina offers FREE: EZ Ups, gas barbeques, loaner bikes and wifi. Shopping, golfing and dining are just a short walk away, or catch the bus and see the entire island. Oak Harbor Marina • (360) 279-4575 www.whidbey.com/ohmarina Get 20¢/ gallon off on fuel up to the cost of your 1st night of paid guest moorage. 28

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The 3rd Annual Winter Rendezvous will again be held in Poulsbo. This event sells out and the slips are limited, so you’ll want to get your tickets, http://thewinterrendezvous. brownpapertickets.com then the Port of Poulsbo Marina to get your slip reservation.

Puget Sound Cruising Club Events PSCC meetings are held at North Seattle Community College, 7:30 pm, in the Concert Hall LB1142. A donation of $5 per adult is requested to cover expenses. Go to: www.pugetsoundcruisingclub.org January 15: meeting February 19: meeting featuring Jenn Whitsett from the Seattle Aquarium. Jenn will be talking about the ecosystem of the Salish Sea, including some special bits on our Orca population. February 27-28: Eagle Harbor YC for our annual rain cruise and luau. March 18: meeting March 26-27: Blake Island for a salmon bake at Tillicum Village and campfire on the beach.

Lowtide Bellevue Sail & Power Squadron Classes & Seminars All are taught by qualified experienced boating members. The ABC Public Boating classes will satisfy the requirements for the Washington State Boaters card. Some are offered with On-the-Water training. Register Online on the BSPS website, www.bellevuepowersquadron.org/ Education. ABC All Day Public Boating Class: January 23, February 13, March 12 Advanced Classes: January 5: Sail at Neptune Sailing Club, Kirkland. January 5: Marine Electrical Systems at Lake Hills Elementary. January 11: Electronic Navigation at Meydenbauer Bay Yacht Club January 12: Seamanship at Lake Hills Elementary Seminars at West Marine Bellevue: January 13: Marine Radar February 10: Marine Weather Forecasting February 17: Tides and Currents February 24: Boat Handling Under Power March 9: VHF Marine Radio March 23: Anchoring

New Marine Thrift Store in Port Townsend

Corinthian YC Winter Speaker Series

A Marine Thrift Store is opening on January 4 in Port Townsend. The store will be managed by the Wooden Boat Chandlery and will be open Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 am-4:00 pm. The store is currently seeking donations of the following items: used tools, vintage and hard to find hardware, anything bronze (props, shackles, etc), fenders, boat hooks, fasteners, light fixtures, select maritime antiques, and instruments. All donations are tax-deductible through the Northwest Maritime Center. For information call (360) 379-2629, email chandlery@nwmaritime.org or visit http://marinethrift.com

February 5: Al Hughes and crew from Elsie Piddock. Winner of R2AK 2015. Hear about their adventures on the Race to Alaska aboard their boat. February 12: Sally Christine Rodgers, Convergence: A Voyage Through French Polynesia. Convergence is a personal story of one woman's adventure - her lifelong passion for the ocean and her struggle to face her fears as she learns to surrender to nature aboard the Wylie 65 cat ketch. Learn about her personal interest in marine conservation. February 26: Mark Bunzel of Waggoners Cruising Guide and Margaret Pommert present their recent excursions to Alaska. “Cruising to Alaska - flotilla or solo?” Learn what it takes to cruise to Alaska and, if sailing solo or with a group fits your needs. Bar open and dinner available at 6:00pm. Speaker series are free and open to the public. For more info, call (206) 789-1919.

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NW Multihull Events January 5th: Improve Your Cruise or Race. Captain Carolyn “Ace” Spragg will lead a discussion on tides, currents, route, and trip planning. February 2nd: Garage Sale and Auction of Sailing Gear. Bring your used gear here to sell. Bid on some great gear! 10% of sales price goes to club as a donation. Northwest Multihull Association meeting at 7:00pm at Puget Sound Yacht Club on Lake Union, 2321 N Northlake Way, Seattle. For more info: www.nwmultihull.org, (206) 795-2111.

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Featured Boats at the Shows Scamp (also on display 8’, 9’, 10’, 12’ 14’ 16’ and 17’ sailboats) Just under 12 feet in length, the Scamp boasts an unusual combination of features that give her the unique ability to explore waters too shallow for a larger boat, while retaining most of a bigger boat's comforts and capabilities. An offset centerboard opens up the cockpit and an 8' 3" sleeping area, while 172 pounds of water ballast provide exceptional stability. A pair of grounding skegs on her flat bottom keep Scamp perfectly upright when landing on a beach or when the tide goes out. See Gig Harbor Boatworks’ ad on page 77 Beneteau First 22

Beneteau gets back to basics with the First 22. This trainer/daysailer has been designed specifically for the novice. Her sail plan is simple and designed to wring the last knot out of any breeze. She also features a hull with positive flotation and an extended cockpit to accommodate more family, friends or students. She is nimble, safe, easy to handle and – most importantly – FUN! See Passion Yachts’ ad on page 84 and Signature’s ad on page 95

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Seaward 26RK The new Seaward 26 RK (Retractable Keel) is built by Island Packet Yachts. She's intended to be easily trailerable and venture into the shallows with the keel up or both weatherly and stable with the keel put down electrically. This pocket yacht features a very extensive list of standard equipment including Yanmar inboard diesel, wheel steering, shorepower, furling genoa, lazy bag, mainsail strong track, hot/cold pressure water, and more. See Signature’s ad on page 11, 95 Beneteau 31 Open Beneteau has taken cues from our hot new Oceanis 35/38 Open Concept boats and applied it to our popular Beneteau Oceanis 31 “Open.” This 31' keel boat now features an open bulkhead forward making for a huge, spacious feeling not often found in a boat this size. She also features a Yanmar shaft drive diesel, walk thru transom, deep keel and furling mainsail for easy sailing. See Signature’s ad on page 94-95

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Marlow Hunter 31 The Marlow Hunter 31 was awarded Sail Magazine’s 2016 Best Boats Cruising Monohull 31-40’, featuring a mix of interesting features large and small. Sailing is easy with Marlow Hunter’s distinctive arch mounted mainsheet traveller and in-mast furling system. From performance to comfort, her innovative design, unique sail plan, and spacious layout provide qualities typically found on larger vessels. Spacious salon seating and extended table are complemented by an airy and open layout. See Specialty Yachts’ ad on page 15 J-97E A wide and spacious living room with windows looking out to the sea - it feels like you are outdoors with her large overhead hatches, enormous cabin windows and large port-lights over the settees. Her spacious main cabin has two settees, galley, forward-facing navigation station, an enclosed aft head, V-berth, and an enclosed large aft cabin. The J/97E will cruise anywhere with unparalleled ease in sumptuous accommodations. See Sail Northwest’s ad on page 2

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Alerion Express 33 A fast, responsive, stunning yacht that handles like a dream and doesn’t require a large or experienced crew. This is Alerion Sailing - your terms, your mood, your schedule. Her fully roached main, carbon fiber mast and self-tacking jib boom make the Alerion Express 33 an elegant performer on all points of sail while the electric winches allow easy adjustment to all conditions. The cockpit includes seats long enough for a nap or a bunch of friends, and creature comforts below where woodwork, detail and finish are proof that this is a proper yacht. See Sail Northwest’s ad on page 2 Tartan 101 The Tartan 101 was originally designed by Tartan Yachts in 2010 as the C&C 101. Tim Jackett and Tom McNeill, Tartan in-house design team, collaborated to create a comfortable racer/cruiser capable of doing both activities very well. With a huge cockpit, carbon mast, large mainsail, easily handled 105% genoa, sprit controlled asymmetric spinnaker, and comfortable cruising interior, the Tartan 101 is a great boat for racing and cruising in Puget Sound. See Shearwater Yacht Sales’ ad on page 27 Catalina 355 As “Boat of the Year” in 2011, the Catalina 355 comes to you with a new hull design giving a long waterline, moderate beam and freeboard, and a handsome low-profile cabin structure. Precise mainsail control is a snap with a 5' long traveler. Long, inboard genoa tracks accommodate headsails from a powerful 155% genoa to a storm jib, allowing a balanced sail plan for all wind conditions. The 355 is fast and comfortable with qualities proven in its pedigree that are sure to win you over! See Seattle Yachts’ ad on page 8-9 Island Packet 360 The newest member of the Island Packet family has the patented Full Foil Keel and Hoyt self tacking jib boom. Built off the same award winning hull as the Estero, the 360 features a unique open interior. Below is a large L-settee with fold-up bulkhead table, twin captain chairs and a fold-down nav table. Lots of open space with tables folded! Forward is a nice owner's cabin with access to the huge head & shower area that is also accessed from the salon. Aft is a well appointed guest cabin. High end Sapele wood finish and plenty of storage. See Marine Servicenter’s ad on page 96 Beneteau Oceanis 38 Cruising at everyone's pace on seas the world over. Sailing single-handed, as a couple, with the family or with friends, the Oceanis 38 can make all sailing dreams come true. On board this yacht, sailing is free of needless constraints. Its very use has been redesigned to leave the owner the choice of layout. Designed to evolve, it can adapt to stages in life through the addition and subtraction of elements. See Passion Yachts’ ad on page 84 and Signature‘s ad on page 95 Hanse 455 The Hanse 455 has everything you would expect from a perfect cruising yacht. She is fast, easy, and safe to sail in any weather condition, with the largest cockpit in its class, Using Hanse’s signature self-tacking jib and deck layout with all lines led aft to the helm, the Hanse 455 is easy and safe to operate and designed for short-handed sailing. Below deck, the cabins are light and spacious with ample storage and plenty of ventilation. Getting aboard a Hanse 455 will be a refreshing look at what yachting can be - Easy Handling, Fast Sailing, Innovative, and Easy to Maintain. See JK3’s ad on page 3

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Blue Jacket 40 Tim Jacket & Bob Johnson won double 2014 CW Boat of the Year Awards with this new model! Featuring a luxury 2C interior with Sapele wood finish and LED lights throughout, this 40' performance cruiser is a great fit for the PNW! Huge master forward with monster head, big open salon with fold up table and a U-galley with double SS slide out fridge/freezer. Big, open cockpit, powerful sail plan with tall mast, self tacking jib, and big “reacher” in a “solent” style rig. Vacuum infused hull & deck with 100% foam core. See Marine Servicenter’s ad on page 96

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Bavaria Cruiser 41 Designed for ultimate sailing pleasure on the water and absolute comfort onboard. Spacious cabins with en-suite heads, luxurious saloon, efficient galley and generously proportioned main cabin: the Cruiser 41 is the perfect yacht to spend time with the family and friends. Numerous interior wood, flooring and upholstery fabrics to choose from make the possibilities endless for tailoring a Cruiser 41 to your very own. See Yacht Sales West’s ad on page 12-13

Jeanneau 419 Sun Oddessy (also on display 349 SO and 519 SO) New for 2016, the extremely popular Jeanneau 409 with 20 sold in the Pacific Northwest since 2011, gets a new look and model number! Making her West Coast debut at the Seattle Boat Show, this redefined 40' performance cruiser features an all-new full-width drop down transom platform, redesigned companionway with lower bridgedeck and gradual sloped staircase along with double swing out doors, upgraded interior LED lighting and new interior fabric, along with a modern GRP bow sprit with a more forward anchor deployment system. See Marine Servicenter’s ad on page 96

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Jeanneau 44 Deck Salon With the big DS windows and salon sole “up” it is no wonder that Jeanneau Deck Salons are great PNW year round cruisers! Featuring a huge owners suite aft with center king berth and aft opening portlight, dual hanging lockers, lots of storage and en-suite head. Forward is a second head with separate shower that is shared by a forward cabin and unique side bunk cabin. Gradual slope stairs from galley/salon up to a big twin wheel cockpit with all sheets led aft to two wheels for ease of sailing! See Marine Servicenter’s ad on page 96

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Tayana 46 PH With the Tayana 46 Pilot House, Robert B. Harris has achieved a unique break-through in design! A yacht that combines long haul passage-making with crew comfort, luxury and extensive cruising amenities unseen before in yachts under 65 feet. Whether you plan to sail around the world or simply head to the San Juans in style, this “all weather” yacht with an inside helm is worth a look! Bright and roomy with three staterooms, the Tayana 46 is the perfect PNW cruiser! See Seattle Yachts’ ad on page 8-9 Dufour 500 Grand Large A Sail BEST BOAT winner! The Dufour 500 Grand Large adds a new dimension to your cruising adventures. A powerful, yet easily managed sail plan delivers passionate performance in variety of conditions with plenty of cockpit space for larger groups to enjoy the ride in total comfort. The unique, award winning interior layout provides an expansive social environment that’s perfect for entertaining family and friends in elegant style. See Yacht Sales West’s ad on page 12-13

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Featured Boats at the Shows Moody 54 Deck Saloon German innovation and design at its finest, this beauty combines everything you want in a cruising sailing yacht. This is a boat with an expansive cockpit, tremendous safety and security features, Moody's 'Living on One Level' concept, and amenities you would expect on a mega yacht. The combination of unique comfort, good sailing characteristics and distinctive design has been the key to this success. The closed deck saloon is equally suited to both hot and colder climates, as it offers protection from wind, weather and sun. See JK3’s ad on page 3 Jeanneau 54 Yacht Series All-New for 2016, West Coast Debut at the Show! The Jeanneau 54 is not simply a larger boat, she is truly a small “yacht” with the same features found in the 64! Phillipe Briand performance hull with large rectangular ports & a stunning Andrew Winch designed interior. Luxurious owners suite fwd, VIP and “Kids” cabins aft and a bright open salon with linear galley featuring both a SS dishwasher and washer/dryer! Innovative cockpit with fwd loungers, a patented aft “terrace” with twin loungers, retractable davits, and a fwd sundeck with awning. See Marine Servicenter’s ad on page 96 Marlow Pilot 31 The new 2016 Marlow Pilot 31 is applauded for its ease of handling, maneuverability and sharp lines. Her unique design and state of the art build allow her to gracefully navigate calm inlets and safely and comfortably handle any blustery strait. Overall length is 35’ 5” with a beam of 10’ 6”. She has beautiful lines, is well-appointed, has spacious non-skid walkways, a comfortable V-berth, generous galley and head, cherry interior, sizable cockpit, ample seating and hard top enclosure. See Specialty Yachts’ ad on page 15 Helmsman Trawlers 31 Camano With 270 of the original Camano 31s built, this venerable cruiser is significantly redesigned by Helmsman Trawlers. Built to the same yacht standards as larger Helmsman Trawlers, the new 31 features a completely revised interior with a full stateroom, separate shower compartment, and an “up” galley. Exterior changes include radar arch, cockpit cover, and modernized lines. Unchanged is the remarkable hull design which achieves stable, efficient performance through a wide range of fast trawler speeds. See Waterlines’ ad on page 83 Beneteau's Swift Trawler 44 Beneteau's Swift Trawler 44 is not your father’s powerboat! She’s a comfortable twin diesel powered cruising yacht that can cruise very economically at hull speed or kick it up to over 20 knots to get to the islands! Bow & Stern Thrusters make for simple singlehanding and her standard genset brings power whenever you need! Reverse cycle Heat/AC and covered cockpit make for comfortable climate controlled cruising and her huge flybridge is the family gathering spot! See Signature‘s ad on page 94-95

DeFever 52 Euro The DeFever 52 Euro is a distinct boat that you will find hard to miss! Following the DeFever trend, this vessel comes to you with a full keel and a hand-laid fiberglass hull. The 16’ beam in this offshore cruiser gives more room for guests on the main deck and below. Seldom has a yacht been designed with almost as much living area on the outside as in! The 52 Euro is one fine motor yacht built to endure! See Seattle Yachts’ ad on page 8-9

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Dragonfly 25 The All-New Dragonfly 25 folding trimaran is a high-performance ”swing wing” trailer-sailer, for sport and racing sailors looking for an exhilarating lightweight trimaran which retains comfortable accommodation for 'weekender cruising' with family and friends. Winner of Sail Best Boats 2016! See Shearwater Yacht Sale’s ad on page 27

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Beneteau First 35 Carbon Edition Flagship of our current high performance First Series is the new Beneteau First 35 Carbon Edition. Featuring a beautiful Hall Spars Carbon Mast, carbon bowsprit, articulating helm and radial cut sails she is not only a head turner but sets the bar high for performance! Couple this with a stunning yet practical interior layout and you have a club racer you can also comfortably cruise with the family! See Signature’s ad on page 95 Fountaine Pajot 40 Introducing a brand new design from the prolific catamaran builder Fountaine Pajot! The new FP 40 by Olivier Raccoupeau. Having built over 2,000 catamarans, this new 40 takes design cues and successful features of her larger sisters the Helia 44, Saba 50 and Ipanema 58. She’s available with a 3 or 4 cabin layout with elegant and contemporary lines. Noted for performance among the cruising cats, she is both light and strong offering sparkling sailing characteristics. See Signature’s ad on page 39, 95

Hallberg-Rassy 40 MkII The Hallberg-Rassy 40 MkII follows the success of the 43 Mk III, 48 Mk II, 55 and 64 with more natural light, more elegance and further improved interior comfort. An already good boat got even better. See Swiftsure Yachts’ ad on page 90

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Nautitech Open 40 Cruising World’s 2016 Boat of the Year winner. In their words, “…the unsurpassed choice as the Best Multihull Cruiser. Most everyone building cats speaks about an “open” concept, but the design of the Bavaria Open 40 was so simple and elegant that it really excelled with this feature.” The first Open 40 arrives to the PNW this March. Nautitech Catamarans is a Bavaria Yachts owned company. See Yacht Sales West’s ad on page 12-13 Oceanis 41.1 Beneteau has a brand new Oceanis 41.1 coming soon! This 41 takes our beautifully balanced OC 41 hull and combines an entirely new deck with electrical drop down transom, swept back arch, large aft cabin to cockpit windows and multiple interior layout options. In addition to layouts, you can now select from light (oak) or dark (mahogany) interior joinery and three soft interior panel colors (white, taupe and anthricite) making for a number of personal and beautiful combinations. See Signature’s ad on page 95

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2016 New Designs Dehler 42 This new model from Dehler is an expression of pure joie de vivre, pure sailing enjoyment. The Dehler 42 has been conceived as a family-friendly touring boat but it also can be interpreted in a racy way. The basic design gives you all the options to add speed-enhancing technology including a carbon mast, laminated sails and a standard 6 feet keel or an available deep 7.3 foot competition T Keel. Your heart beats even more passionately for the Dehler 42 once you have seen the technical details - for example the exceptionally large cockpit that offers even more space when removing the table. See JK3’s ad on page 3 Lagoon 42 (Lagoon 400 at the Seattle Boat Show Afloat) North American Debut at the Miami Boat Show, the Lagoon 42 is sure to be a big hit! Featuring easy access to the water with minimal steps, big single level cockpit to salon, “overlapping” salon that flows outboard before descending down to both an owners suite (hull) and twin guest cabins. A revolutionary design trend featuring an aft positioned mast allowing for much better rig harmony with less stress and balanced loads along with improved upwind sailing performance. Tall square-top main, big self tacking jib, and furling Code 0. See Marine Servicenter’s ad on page 96 Grand Soleil 46LC The difference between the Long Cruise and the Performance ranges is the hull shape designed by Marco Lostuzzi. Its deeper and larger sections provide a greater luxurious accommodation and exterior comfort when sailing or living onboard. All the maneuvers can be made by the helmsman in order to have easy and safe handling when sailing single handed or short handed. All control lines are led below deck to the helm station to provide a “string free” cockpit. The 46 LC has many windows and ports for natural light, bright and soft colors and uncompromised stylish details. See NWYachtnet’s ad on page 7

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Allure 52 The flagship yacht of the Allures line. Strong and durable aluminum hull, centerboard for shallow draft, bright and comfortable interior for long distance cruising. See Swiftsure Yachts’ ad on page 90

Absolute Navetta 52 From Italy with Love! The Absolute Navetta 52 is a luxury twin diesel trawler with lots of natural light and incredible views - a perfect PNW Cruiser. The interior is one of fancy comfort with home-like amenities and Italian flare. The layout features a roomy centerline master suite with center king and huge ensuite head, a VIP guest cabin with en-suite head forward, and a side cabin with two singles that convert to a double berth. On display at the Miami Boat Show. See Marine Servicenter’s ad on page 96

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Combining high performance engineering and classic design, a new range of wooden blocks is being launched by Barton Marine. Designed for mariners who appreciate elegance and want technical excellence, the new heritage range has been named in honour of the flagship of the British Navy – the HMS Victory.

Crafted by sailors for sailors, the new Victory blocks are manufactured in the UK from traditional ash wood. Available in a natural unfinished ash or glossy varnished finish, the blocks can be painted or varnished to complement the aesthetics of a dinghy or yacht. Victory blocks are bolted together allowing for servicing or refinishing.

The Victory range of wooden blocks not only look good, but are highly durable and designed to withstand years of harsh marine environments. The sleek classic style wooden plates conceal the modern technical workings of Barton’s proven high performance blocks, Delrin ball bearings and Torlon needle bearings, gun-metal shaded sheave and brass fittings. Check: www.bartonmarine.com

It’s important to have safe and reliable shore power connections. Sometimes all it takes is a quick test to ensure that all's well aboard. Hubbell Marine's new 30A/125V Twist-Lock® Circuit Tester easily accomplishes just that. It's styled and sized like a standard Hubbell Twist-Lock

Plug and specifically configured to fit all of those 30A/125V locking receptacles at the marina. Users simply plug it into the 30A outlet at the dock and the LED back panel immediately identifies if the connections are made correctly and in

the accurate position. An easy-toread card is provided with the tester, helping users determine if the proper connections are being made. This yellow tester is compact and can easily clip onto a tool belt. It's UL and C-UL Listed. Check: www.hubbell-marine.com

Waterproof to 60 meters, the Smartfind S10 Automatic Identification System (AIS) Beacon is designed to be carried by divers, boat crews, or anyone who spends time on the water for work or leisure purposes.

When manually activated, the Smartfind S10 transmits both AIS and GPS data to the vessel the individual has come from, and to other AIS equipped vessels within a typical four mile radius to give precise location information to aid the

recovery of persons in difficulty at sea. Bearing and distance information is accurately transmitted and displayed on the AIS receiver or plotter, giving potential rescuers all the information they require to carry out swift retrieval of an individual. Check: www.mcmurdomarine.com

The SIRIUS SIGNAL SOS Distress Light is the only U.S. Coast Guard approved non-pyrotechnic marine distress signal on the market and it runs on three ordinary C size alkaline batteries (included), six hours at peak intensity, 60 hrs total. Powered by a high-performance, microprocessor controlling an SOS signal flashed via a CREE LED bulb. The design provides an omni-directional

light for surface rescue craft and a vertical beam to aircraft flying overhead. It's both family safe and easy to use. No flame, no dangerous chemicals, safe around children, no environmental disposal problems, no expiration date, easy to use, and you only need one. Never Buy A Dangerous Flare Again!

Battery-operated, buoyant, and lightweight, it can be hand-held, tethered, or hoisted aloft. Visible up to 10+ miles, the beam lasts HOURS not minutes like flares do, or seconds like flare gun meteors. Check: HappyCove.com

The top-of-the-line Porta Potti® Curve offers boaters all the convenience of a marine toilet, with the comforts of home. This unit is perfect for those who prefer the lightweight convenience of a non-permanent sanitation system. With a height of 17.6" and a seat size of 15.2" x 17.7", the sleek, modern Porta Potti Curve is the most comfortable portable toilet on the market. It's actually taller than many residential models. With its small

footprint, it easily fits into the tightest space. With the optional hold down kit, the Porta Potti Curve becomes affixed to the boat, but removable when needed. This is ideal for a heeling sailboat or any vessel that goes out in rough waters. The innovative Porta Potti Curve is so convenient, it even has a built-in toilet tissue holder.

Flushing is battery-powered, and the unit has level indicators for both the fresh and waste tanks. Caring for the Porta Potti Curve is easy. When the green waste tank light turns red, users simply lift off the top portion and empty the lower 5.5 gallon splash-free waste tank. Once replaced, the upper 4 gallon water reservoir is refilled. Check: www.thetfordmarine.com

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In the Biz The Center for Wooden Boats Wagner Education Center The Center for Wooden Boats has signed a contract with Schuchart Construction to build Phase I of the Dick and Colleen Wagner Education Center, designed by Olson Kundig. Schuchart will begin work on the site in Lake Union Park, on Valley Street between Terry and Boren Avenues, in January 2016. “When Colleen and I began to rent small wooden boats to our friends and neighbors in 1967 we never imagined that we would grow that traditional livery into a major cultural institution,” said Dick Wagner, Founding Director of CWB. “This new building will allow us to reach far more people with handson learning and experiential activities. We will be able to change even more lives, one boat at a time.” The 9,200 square foot Wagner Education Center (WEC) will significantly expand opportunities to serve youth: an additional 4,000 annually in field trips, new after-school programs, more space for CWB’s Job Skills Crew members and more drop-in programs where young people learn traditional maritime skills practice using tools. CWB’s programs for people of all ages takes place throughout Lake Union Park - model boat pond, Historic Ships Wharf, CWB Boathouse and the WEC - will tie all these activities together. The WEC will allow more opportunities for learning and participation in boat restorations, sailmaking, spar making, ropework, and other traditional crafts. The WEC will also serve as the center of CWB’s annual Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival. The new boatshop will be able to accommodate larger and longer-term restoration projects. CWB’s current boatshop will continue to house regular maintenance of the CWB program fleet, while the WEC boatshop will allow the organization’s professional boatwrights and volunteers to undertake more complex projects. CWB will hold a formal groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday, January 19, at 10:00 am at the site. CWB members and the public are invited.

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It was only in the first decade of the 21st century that scientists studying giant squid were able to witness a living individual for the first time. The jumbo squid, also called Humboldt squid, grows up to 12 feet long and weighs more than 200 pounds. Found in the deep sea, the vampire squid, discovered in 1903, is neither a squid nor an octopus, but is considered an intermediate between the two and placed in its own order, Vampyromorpha. Its species name, Vampyroteuthis infernalis, means “vampire squid from hell”, but despite its fierce name, it only grows to about six inches long. The giant moray eel can reach 10 feet in length and weigh 100 pounds.

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It was a period of civil disobedience by the crunchy new mainsail, striking from the mast base through the vile gangster Boomvang, against the Rumpus Empire which forced it from a long winter nap. Princess Schwenk was ejected from the craft, creating chaos among her people and throughout the galaxy. During the battle, nearby rebel forces on Hijinks managed to offer a secret weapon, the rebel’s ultimate weapon, the LIFE SLING. Evading nearby troops in the DivisionFour Racefleet, the small group of fighters on Planet Rumpus restored peace in the universe by rescuing Princess Schwenk from the icy water world of Patos. More powerful than the dreaded icy water, the dry top and lifejacket combination spelled quick and certain victory from the clutches of the briny deep. With operations completed, Ben Skywalker drove on and the Troopers rehoisted. Spoiler alert, there is a Day Two Sequel: The Return of the Rumpus, in which the Rumpus rebels emerged victorious! So, in this year’s Round the County Race, I went up to pull the reef line on “Wild Rumpus” since my new main was flogging wildly. I heard all of the weather reports, and should have just used the old one. The halyard, mainsheet and vang all let go at once, and I was on the leeward side of my little boat, pulling hard on the reef line, and held on until I couldn’t. The crew made a couple passes by, and two more boats came to assist; one with a Lifesling. They

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LESSONS LEARNED WHILE CRUISING Jamie & Behan Gifford

Do the Boat Show Like a Pro: Find More than Just a Good Deal

The Seattle Boat Show starts at the end of January. In the run-up to cruising, we marked those dates on our calendar and crossed days off like kids counting down the sleeps until Christmas. In-the-water or inside, the number of things to do and see can be a little overwhelming. For sailors who plan to go cruising, here’s a hindsight view on getting the most from attending. For many years, the most important aspect of the show to me was feeding the cruising dream. We had a starter boat, and we had busy lives. At that point, we were focused on saving money for the kitty rather than evaluating gear. Product displays were interesting in passing; the real lure was dream fodder, and the boat show was an alternate plane for transportation into that hoped-for future. Seminars offered a peek into the lifestyle with inspiring stories and pictures of cruising destinations. Getting on board a number of boats familiarized us with layouts and would inform our eventual search for The Boat. As our departure date grew nearer, seminars I sat in skewed more toward skills-building. Those early lessons

in reading synoptic charts from Lee Chesneau continue to serve me today. We focused less on the dream, and more on what we felt most practical— bringing lists of the types of gear we wanted to suss out for Totem, with an eye on boat show deals. Yet, boat shows are a great opportunity to evaluate manufacturers at a higher level, and that’s something we missed. In hindsight, I wish we’d used the shows to develop a better sense for the reputation of different brands or manufacturers, with a particular eye on how well they listen to customers. Of course, there’s not much of a substitute for life-testing gear yourself. Sometimes it feels like our everyday life is one big test platform for survival of the fittest in an environment of extremes! Crossing the Indian Ocean last year gave us a lot of opportunities to play test operator: there was the pesky overheating engine issue we had to solve before we could even take off from Malaysia at the beginning of the year. Our cabin fans, critical for comfort along the equator, dropped like new cruisers in a kava circle. Then there was the ongoing mechanical issue with

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our autopilot, the untimely failure of a watermaker membrane, and the fingertapping waiting game to get expensive parts shipped into exotic locations. By getting more informed before taking off, you’ll be better placed to make decisions when gear needs replacing. And meanwhile, it will ease the burden on choices before you go. Most of this research is done online now, and to be sure, there’s a lot to glean from reports about gear that’s been life-tested by cruisers through the magic of the internet. A quick search for a product name in forums can pull up dozens of discussion threads. You can’t swing a cat o’ nine tails in an anchorage without hitting a blogger, and those sites surface other reviews or experiences for gear aboard. The problem is how hard it is to know the general accuracy of a rant, rave, or review. It’s far too easy to trash products and services online. There are times when a product is justifiably dressed down, but often, bad information is propagated about a fine product that just didn’t work for someone. Typically, the background, setup, and many other details that contributed to any one rant are masked, deliberately or not. We see this in action on Totem’s blog, where there’s no sniff test in the comment approval process to validate if someone has an informed opinion or just an opinion. When we reported on our experience with a weather product, a commenter wrote in condemning it based on their use aboard. Because it’s a small cruising world, we knew that their issues had been resolved by customer service – and that issues were based upon operator error. Of course, that’s not how it was presented! Back at the boat show, it’s easy to put on marine-tinted goggles. Instead of being a gee-whiz consumer, ask tough questions, and see how the manufacturers respond. How will they support you when you’re far away? Warranties are great, but may not be worth the paper they’re printed on when you’re outside the country. We bought our first wind turbine the year after we went cruising. A lengthy

process determined that a critical electronic component was faulty. After learning we were in Mexico, customer service stopped responding to our email. The cabin fans we’ve had so many problems with DO have a warranty, but being served in the US only, it’s pretty meaningless: overseas shipping costs spike, and mail service isn’t dependable in a lot of countries we’ve visited anyway. Or maybe it’s dependable, but will take, as our watermaker parts in Seychelles did, more than a dozen bus trips to release from customs. Follow up support is critical to cruisers. Well made products are a start, but knowing how well a company backs up their products is more important than getting the “best” available. Manufacturers who use a show to learn how to better serve their customers are worth noting. One year, we spent extended time talking to a product manager about what worked (and what didn’t) with the lifejackets our children wore, based on thousands of miles of Salish Sea boating with kids from newborn to age six. I don’t want to give that one conversation too much

weight because the input surely came from many sources, but how gratifying it was to see some of the kid (and parent!) friendly features we discussed added to those PFDs! Manufacturers who skip that opportunity are worth noting, too. Totem has a fine windlass with a singular flaw: two key parts made from dissimilar metals are in contact with each other and regularly subjected to salt and grit during use. It is a recipe for corrosion soup and windlass problems. We’ve asked at shows over the years why the dissimilar metals aren’t isolated from one another, but the platitudes in response have yet to be realized in what would seem to be an inexpensive, common-sense fix to the product. This year, we’ll sail Totem across the Atlantic Ocean to the US east coast, and we anticipate attending boat shows. I’m excited to step on the other side of show attendance, and share our experiences to help feed the dreams of taking off for a life afloat. And we’ll approach what we want from it a little differently, as I think any present or hopeful cruiser should. Even if you’re

When you get the right gear, there’s much more time to play on, and in, the water! not in the market for particular gear, invest more time in talking to product representatives. Instead of looking only at the near term benefit of price point comparisons or boat show specials, inquire with an eye on the longer haul and the gear and the service that supports cruisers best. Follow the Giffords on their blog directly at sailingtotem.com or at the blogs page at www.48north.com/blogs.htm

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When Dan rewires he puts in a massive foundation. He over-wires but not frivolously, to make the system extra tough and durable. He teaches this same approach. Each boat he’s helped will not only have a safe AC system with heaters but also be able to expand upon that system in the future. . . . Jamie and Cami were very cold. Dan’s point and shoot thermometer reported 41° inside their boat. Living just across the dock and knowing how much better it could be Dan stepped in, “Let me help you, let’s do this.” With Dan’s help, Jamie purchased and installed a new AC system and heaters. One evening, as Kami headed home, she prepared for another cold night. She knew they were close to having heat but Jamie said it would still be at least another day. Resigned, she walked down the dock, stepped on board and opened the hatch. When warm air wafted out from the cozy cabin she began to cry. Chris and Lauri purchased their Kelly Peterson 44 ten years ago and

moved aboard last summer seeking adventure. Now retired, they are using their boat differently than in the past with the challenge of an inadequate electrical system. According to Chris some of the wiring was “substandard and outdated.” He eliminated the obvious hazards but a permanent solution was needed. Knowing Dan had helped others on their dock, Chris approached Dan for some assistance. According to his email, Chris “asked Dan for some advice on heating systems. We discussed various options and decided to install electric heaters. He volunteered to guide me through the process. Dan even helped me shop at the right places to get the best deals on the equipment we needed.” But Dan didn’t do the work. Chris ran the wires, mounted the heaters, and installed the electrical panel. Afterwards Dan inspected everything, testing all of the connections and wiring before activating the system. The project took Chris about a week, much quicker than he expected. Looking back, Chris says, “Dan’s expertise was the most helpful as I knew

we would have a safe electrical system at the end of the project. He was also generous with his time and extremely patient, an excellent instructor.” Craig and Krystle McMaster have set their sights on far off cruising destinations onboard a Westsail 42 called Small World. Bitten by the sailing bug in college, they purchased their boat a couple of years ago. They decided that living aboard made sense economically and experientially. After learning about the boat’s systems it became clear the electrical needed work. Craig described a situation he called “scary.” In an email, he explained the shore cord being poorly located, a rickety electrical box, and frequently tripping the breaker. They met Dan their first day at the dock, “Our boat was delivered to her slip for the first time and I was just getting on board, wondering to myself “What have we gotten ourselves into?” Within five minutes I heard a knock on the hull. There was Dan with a huge grin on his face, welcoming me to the neighborhood,” said Krystle. When the breaker finally gave out, Craig and Krystle approached Dan for

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Dan’s system for cataloging your boat’s wiring: In lieu of providing customers with a technical drawing only another electrician could read, Dan developed this cataloguing system. On average vessels under 50', here is how Dan does it: Set up six columns in a notebook and get the label maker out. DC wires are numbered 1-499, 500 and up are AC wires. • Column 1 = wire's number • Column 2 = what it is (e.g. Fresh water pump +) • Column 3 = wire's color (red etc.) • Column 4 = part of what cable (#12/2wire) • Column 5 = where it originates (e.g. panel terminal strip/ position#) • Column 6 = where it terminates (e.g. Water pump) This identification system builds on the assumption that the electrician has followed the accepted color codes for vessel wiring. help. He readily agreed. Reaching out to the boating community was another new experience for them. Krystle is glad they did, “I don’t like to put neighbors out, but Dan and Irene felt like friends and they were happy to help us. Dan loves to teach people what he knows so working with him was amazing.”

When they started, Craig and Krystle described themselves as being “fairly green.” Working with Dan was an education. “We learned about the tools that should be included in our arsenal and how to use them; where to shop for parts; brands that can be trusted; the importance of labeling wires and creating a “Wiring Bible” catalog for the boat; and, perhaps most importantly, that asking for help can lead to really great experiences,” Craig wrote. The project was a success. After a week off the boat to complete the project, Craig and Krystal returned to a new quality of life. They say it is an experience that will last beyond this electrical project, “We will always have gratitude for Dan and the incredible sense of independence that he has helped foster.” Calla and Ben moved aboard last summer as well. Disenchanted with increasing rents and seeking a simpler life they bought a 41’ Islander Freeport to call home. It almost worked, “We may have less stuff now but with the hours spent working on the boat, it is far from simple,” Calla says. Dan’s wife, Irene overheard Calla wishing for better electrical capacity on board, specifically a 50-amp system. She mentioned Dan’s recent rewiring projects and his passion for helping people stay safe on their boats. Calla could hardly believe it, she contacted Dan and they began working on the project shortly after.

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. . . After hearing friends sing Dan’s praises, I met with him on a stormy night; the dock’s holiday lights guiding me down to the boat. Dan is a storyteller. He remembers wires, boats, owners, and of course, technical disasters. Each story involves a project or client, culminating in the experience he now shares. Dan’s boating experience began at age seven on Long Island, sailing with his sister on their family’s home built Blue Jay sailboat. Dan gained experience as a marine mechanic and studied industrial electricity, eventually adding other systems to his repertoire. His career began at age 15, working at his father’s newly purchased marina. Towards the end of his professional career, Dan completed a wiring project on Bill Gates’ 96’ floating helicopter landing pad. As an independent contractor, Dan worked on every imaginable boat from commercial fishing vessels, pleasure crafts, and luxurious yachts. Dan strove not just to be reputable among his customers, but also within his industry. His high standard of work and meticulous attention to detail can be seen on boats throughout the Northwest, so much so that certain marine electricians and surveyors recognize his work by sight. In 1981, when Dan first moved to Seattle he worked at a boat yard focused on refurbishing boats from the East Coast for sale in the Pacific Northwest. Boats would be disassembled with their flying bridges taken off and stowed in the cockpits so they could fit under the bridges. Dan described the resulting wiring as “spaghetti that nobody’s labeled.” He decided to come up with a solution. Dan developed a system that made sense to him and is consistent. He has utilized his technique both as a professional and now, as a mentor. When someone unknowingly plugs in a heater and overloads the system, that is Dan’s first teaching opportunity. He reaches for his digital point and shoot thermometer. Pointing the tool at the grill of the heater it registers a few hundred degrees. Pointing it at the plug it shows 135 degrees. The warm outlet indicates resistance and not

where resistance should be. “Electrical resistance makes heat.” Dan explains. Heaters work because all the resistance is concentrated in the grill of the heater and nowhere else along the way. The heat in the outlet indicates the boat is overloaded and somewhere there is a bad connection. . . . Electrical systems can be foreign and intimidating, a lot like boating. Dan starts his explanation in broader terms, “Electricity in some respects is like water flow, and the bigger the pipe, or wire, the easier it is for the water (or electricity) to flow through.” Step-by-step, Dan guides a lucky boat owner through, explaining and teaching the “what” and “why” of an onboard electrical system. He waits for an “ah ha!” moment, then presents another step. “When you start putting a kink in the pipe or any resistance in the wire that flow slows down and in electricity it starts making heat right there.” Dan doesn’t just promote one kind of electrical system. It all depends on how the boat is going to be used. With clients Dan asked a lot of questions about how they use their boat. The ideal system for a liveaboard might not match that of a summer cruiser. In addition to improving the physical system, better electrical usage involves changing onboard behavior, especially for those relocating from shore. On shore, overloading only impacts the circuit breaker. On the boat it overloads the whole system. Boat owners should always be mindful about how much power they are using. “Dan has always described himself as a friend of the boat” Irene says. Dan designs and builds systems attuned to the conditions in which the boat will be used. He works with the owner to make the boat functional and safe while ensuring the boat is prepared to meet the anticipated demands. In teaching and instructing people Dan is pretty strict with how it has to be done. He’s here to share his experience, build an electrical foundation that meets your needs and doesn’t recommend those unsafe shortcuts. Dan could keep his knowledge to himself. He could charge for his

mentorship or only tell neighbors what to do but not why. He doesn’t see why he would though, “I have always tried to teach rather than keep it a mystery,” Dan says, “Because a mystery doesn’t do anybody any good.” Dan is not the only one eager to share his knowledge and expertise. He has experienced it himself, “There is a similar attitude, I am sure, on other docks, but it’s definitely on this dock and it really makes the community strong.” Irene is incredibly proud of Dan’s efforts and the impact it has had on

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48° North) and even standing rigging. HMPE, also known by other acronyms, has come to play a major role in yachting. HMPE’s low stretch yields better control, especially for sheets, guys, and halyards etc. on race boats, though their application in the cruising realm continues to expand. Jib sheets and halyards will keep the sail flat instead of letting it become fuller with gusts and puffs, and main sheets will maintain their control of the leach better. HMPE spinnaker sheets or guys will not absorb or hold water, and, therefore, will stay light so they do not pull the spinnaker clews down in light air. One thought here is that stretch will absorb some of the driving force of the wind, so reducing it, as HMPE does, captures more force to move the boat. How much you get from any one or the combined effect of these is hard to say, but there is no denying the physics. Cruising and racing boats will both enjoy the benefit from HMPE sheets and control lines that run through blocks and fairleads without jamming. These ropes are made from a combination of different fibers and special construction that facilitate their running free. HMPE is high strength so cruisers will have the advantage of being able to reduce the diameter of some of their lines. Halyards that stretch less are a plus on any sailboat, but, depending on the application, what needs to be dealt with is the creep that HMPE exhibits. Figure 1: “A” is double braid polyester, and “B” is the core Creep is elongation that is being extracted so the cover can be pulled over and that doesn’t rebound sewn onto a Dyneema 12 strand single-braided rope. “C” is and eventually could a cover that is sold for the same purpose that usually costs cause the line to more than twice the double braid. As you pull the core out of rupture. This sounds bad, but it can be the “A”, you can pull the Dyneema in.

The boat show is around the corner, and winter is upon us, but we are experiencing some pretty nice weather. Looking out onto the lake, there is a nice breeze and plenty of sunshine. With sailing in mind - sorry if that sounds like a broken record, but we seem to have sailitis - we want to share with you a subject that has kind of ‘creeped up’ on all of us (that pun will make sense in a few paragraphs!). There has been a steady march forward in rope technology since the 1940s. The true beginnings of rope making are lost in prehistory with fossil evidence from as early as 17,000 BC. Until the 1940s there were only natural fiber and metal ropes available. Since the 1970s, the speed of the rope revolution has accelerated exponentially. One of these discoveries is High Modulus Poly Ethylene (HMPE), which starts out as something not much different than the material of a reusable shopping bag. We are going to focus on the use of these fibers for running rigging, and, though we will not get into it in this article, they are also used for lifelines (February 2013

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worked with so that problems can be avoided. HMPE fibers have a strength-toweight ratio of 8 to 15 times higher than steel. They have less stretch than 7x19 stainless steel (SS) wire. It seems the only downside for these fibers is creep, and even that can pretty much be designed out, or, just figured in as the product life in those few situations where it even applies. HMPE has good resistance to UV, floats, does not absorb water, and has excellent abrasion resistance. HMPE’s fiber for ropes are marketed under two different names: Dyneema® from the Dutch company DMS, or Spectra® from Honeywell. The two have similar characteristics, but are not the same. They start life as polyethylene, but the chemicals that are used to process them differ. There are also different generations of these products, and, then, there are also differences in individual rope manufacturers’ products. When choosing them to replace other rope, you have to pay attention to the specs because you want to replace strength for strength, not size for size. This field is in a constant state of advancement. For instance, watch for new products in the future that incorporate the next generation of Dyneema DM-20 ultralow creep. Let us start with halyards. In the last 50 years there has been a slow evolution of the halyard. All wire rope halyards were replaced by wire rope spliced into a rope tail, and then the stainless steel wire began to disappear altogether. The use of flexible 7x19 SS wire rope kept stretch at a minimum, but wire spool winches could be cumbersome and slow, especially for smaller boats. By using a rope tail spliced onto the wire, the stretch was also kept to a minimum. We still had two situations: wire halyards flying around aloft making nasty marks on masts or spreaders, and then there is when the meat hooks start to appear. These broken wires sticking out of a halyard were kind of the last straw. As we come forward from the past, we have low stretch rope halyards, polyester/polyester double braid, which became popular on cruising boats. Fast forward to today and we have HMPE. These fibers mean really

expensive choice, is to buy HMPE rope with the cover already installed. The reason to remove the cover, or, only adding it in places where you need it, is to save weight aloft. The actual weight savings may be small, but the idea is that every little Fig. 2: A load cell or hanging scale can be used to measure bit helps. W h e n how much tension there is on a given line. In this case, we are wire measuring a furling jib halyard. The scale “A” is in the line that replacing pulls on the tackle “C.” The reason to use a tackle in the system halyards with fiber, is only to bring the tension into the range of the scale you are it is important using. If the tension is 600 lbs. and you are using a 500 lb. scale, to inspect your sheaves by using 2:1 tackle, the pull would be 300 lbs. In this case we mast used a 4:1 tackle, and the scale (“A¹” is an enlargement of the and masthead for scale’s face) shows 62 lbs. This times 4 gives us the tension of 248 sharp edges. The lbs. This was the tension when the rope clutch “B” released. You sheaves may need could also arrive at an approximate value for the tension by doing to be replaced if the math using the winch power ratio, winch drum size, handle they could abrade length, and the amount of force you figure you put on the handle. the fibers. Make sure your sheaves are turning freely and, in a case where low stretch, even less than SS wire. you can, replace your old sheaves with HMPE has a low coefficient of friction, meaning it is very slippery. It is often used with an HMPE core and a cover of some other fiber. Halyards will have to be spliced to the shackle, and that splice and the bitter end will need to be sewn - no knots. Also, for gripping on a winch or rope clutch, it is necessary to install or have a cover. This can be done in different ways. Samson Warpspeed II, for example, is high strength, low stretch rope with a Dyneema core and polyester cover. The halyard can be made with the shackle spliced into the core and the rest of the cover left in place, or the cover can be stripped off in some places, when desired, for greater weight savings. The exposed core also simplifies the splicing process for Dyneema cored ropes. Again, it is important that both the splice and the cover are sewn properly, so the splice will not slip, and the cover sewn to the core wherever it begins and ends, so it will not slip on the core. Cover material, to add to a Dyneema 12 strand single-braided rope, is available as a cover-only product or you can strip the cover off a polyester double braid and use it (Figure 1). The easy, but most

larger diameter ones as it will reduce the bending load. Sheets, guys, and control lines made with HMPE can be made as a single braid with the HMPE and the polyester woven together. This makes it easy to splice, but also gives it a superior ability to run through blocks without jamming. When tacking, this means there will not be the normal jamming of the sheet you have just released in the turning blocks. (This rope will not solve the problem of someone sitting on what is now the lazy sheet!) This single braid works well for mainsheet control lines; they run freely without a snag through several sheaves lying stacked on top of each other. Samson Control-DPX™ is such a product; it does tend to flatten a little more than its Yale Cordage Ph.D (Performance handling. Delivered) counterpart which uses Spectra. They both zip through blocks and fairleads, and, at the same time, feel good in your hands and grip well in rope clutches and on winches. The DPX is not recommended for self-tailing winches. Tapering sheets and halyards is another possibility. Halyards are

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Fig. 3: “A” is a pair of scissors designed to cut Kevlar, but they work well on HMPE. “B” shows a ceramic knife that also holds an edge while cutting through HMPE fiber. tapered to save weight aloft, just like the cover is removed from the core for the same reason. With sheets, especially for spinnakers, keeping them as weightless as possible in light airs is important. You can take on this marlinspike seamanship task, tapering sheets (http://www.sonar.org/site/ files/Library/Articles/How_to.../ Tapered_Spin_Sheets.pdf), or go to a local rigger or rigging service. Some of the rope manufacturers offer this service, especially for big boats. Marlow, using Dyneema, is probably at the forefront on this. The reverse of tapering is also done; that is when you add to the core. You add to the core where you need more diameter for rope clutches, handling, etc. Creep is a factor of the percentage of the breaking strength load. 10% elongation of the line signals end of service life. One way to reduce creep

is to increase the diameter of the line. Another is not to leave the line under load when it does not need to be, such as letting the tension off on the furling jib halyards when the boat is at the dock. Temperature is also a factor in HMPE fiber failure, but not until it goes above 110° F. In failure from creep, the thing that we have the most control over is the percentage of MBS (minimum breaking strength). As you increase diameter and therefore the MBS, the same load represents a smaller percentage so you reduce the creep. This requires that you determine the load and choose a rope diameter that keeps you below 30% of MBS. All Dyneema or Spectra rope is not the same and, by changing from one generation to another, we can also change the amount of creep. In an example given by Samson about creep, they calculated that in a given situation (a mainsail halyard on a 60’

Fig. 4: This chart gives some comparisons between different fibers that are used today to make yachting ropes. We mentioned Kevlar, which is not used anymore in sailboat rope because of its failure from fatigue; it is, however, in the family of “aramids”, some of which are used, for example, Technora®. These fibers are sometimes mixed and woven into the same rope. This chart is meant as a guide only as the information given is relative. 50

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boat), and assuming 20% of the rated breaking strength of dyneema SK75, that there would be more or less 0.1% creep per month. The line would need to be retired in about 8 years. If you switched to SK78, the creep would be reduced to 0.033% per month, giving a life expectancy of 24 years. All of this assumed that the halyard was under continuous tension, and does not account for any other wear. (Dyneema actually gets stronger in the initial stages of its creep.) Sizing of the line can be done by looking at the size of blocks you are using. Check the manufacturer's data to see what the rating is on the blocks you are using. Assuming the existing blocks are functioning, you could safely choose a rope based on their breaking load. You may be surprised just how small the loads are. We also have a method for determining the load: use a 500 lb. fish scale, which can be had for $30. By using a tackle to tension the line as you increase the number of parts, 2:1 or 4:1, etc., it will allow you to bring the tension into the range of the scale (Figure 2). When sewing Dyneema, you can use the strands from another piece as thread. Select a length of Dyneema that is long enough and has strands of the size you want to use for thread and pull out of the individual strands and thread them into the needle. Cutting HMPE fibers will dull a good knife. Ceramic knives have become popular and they will hold their edge, as will scissors especially made to cut this or Kevlar material (Figure 3). HMPE, like Kevlar, is used to make bullet proof vests. There are many other high performance fibers being used in rope today. This article could not even begin to cover all of them. In (Figure 4) we have given you some comparisons of different types of fibers as they are often mixed with HMPE. Dyneema and Spectra are not the silver bullet in modern rope, but for now they are certainly part of it. -48°N Jack and Alex Wilken are experienced boat builders and have cruised extensively. They each hold a 100-ton USCG Captain’s License and are the owners of Seattle Boat Works LLC in Seattle.

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Galley Essentials with Amanda Cyclists enjoy friendship and brunch …..5, 4, 3, 2, 1... H a p p y N e w Ye a r ! I’ve never been big on New Year’s Resolutions although sometimes in a fit of optimism I’ve made a small promise to myself of something I’d like to achieve in the New Year. Sadly by the time February rolls around my promise was generally long forgotten. So over the past years instead creating resolutions, at 10 o’clock on New Year’s Day John and I have been joining a group of friends, thanks to the organization of John Stimpson, outside the Friday Harbor Post Office for the annual San Juan Island Commitment Bike Ride. Initiated in 1983 by a group of keen riders who called themselves the San Juan Cyclists, the Commitment Ride was an excuse not to over indulge on New Year’s Eve and a chance to get out and do something with friends on New Year’s Day, while others around the country slept in, watched football games and parades or undertook polar plunges. Throughout the summer the SJC’s would regularly train together and enter events such as the STP (Seattle to Portland Classic) along with partaking in fun island activities such progressive dinners by bicycle. In the early years sweatpants were the norm and even though the group gradually transitioned to spandex leggings and flashy bikes, their focus was still fun

New Year’s Commitment Ride by Amanda Swan Neal and health. These days the Commitment Ride has taken on a festive flare, its open to anyone and generally the invitation is by word of mouth. Bikes, riders and attire range from spiffy to eccentric and you may even spy some vintage in the mix. The ride occurs rain or shine, frost or snow, and there’s been as many as 47 riders and as few as five. I was first invited to the Commitment Ride in 2002 after I’d been riding over the summer, training for the island’s mini-triathlon. As we assembled at the Post Office, I felt I’d entered the posse of an elite riding group. It was a serious long ride and even though I’d trained for a few weeks, on my ancient $50 road bike, I had to peddle like mad to keep up and felt the pain of my efforts for

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many days thereafter. John, inspired by my efforts bought himself a mountain bike thinking we could ride together, but as our bikes weren’t compatible, I left him in the dust. Problem solved as the next Christmas Santa gave me a new mountain bike to match John’s. Eight Commitment Rides later we’re still regularly riding together throughout the winter. Between us we now own and embarrassing total of nine bikes scattered throughout the world and when travelling, we rent or borrow bikes whenever possible. It’s one of our personal commitments to enjoying life and staying young at heart. Funny enough, as a reward to our hard earned cycling efforts, a tasty treat often features along the way. On completion of the Commitment Ride - the fun bonus of gathering at a fellow rider’s house to share brunch and stories. It’s nothing official although it’s evolved to the point that it’s the guys who create the dishes. They’ve become rather experts, often sharing tips on their creations so here’s some tasty recipes from an eclectic committed cyclist’s brunch. Orange Pecan Baked French Toast 1 loaf French or multi grain bread - sliced 6 eggs - lightly beaten 2 cups milk

1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon grated orange zest 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pinch salt ½ cup butter - melted 1 cup light brown sugar 1 teaspoon orange zest 2 tablespoons orange juice 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1 cup chopped pecans Arrange bread, standing up in two rows, in a greased 9x13-inch baking pan. In a large bowl, whisk together next 6 ingredients and pour over bread. Refrigerate overnight. Next day combine remaining ingredients and spread over bread. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 45 minutes. Serve with maple syrup. Serves 6. Cheese and Sausage Breakfast Casserole 8 bread slices - cut into cubes 1lb spicy pork sausage - crumbled and cooked 1½ cups grated sharp cheddar 10 eggs 2 cups milk (do not use low-fat or nonfat) 2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes 1 4oz can mild green chilies, drained or diced fresh chili to taste 2 teaspoons dry mustard salt and pepper Arrange bread in a greased 9x13inch baking dish. Top with sausage and cheese. Beat together eggs, add remaining ingredients and pour over sausage mixture. Let sit a few hours or overnight. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 50 minutes. Serves 8. Rosemary Nuts 1lb raw unsalted nuts - pecans, walnuts, and almonds 2 tablespoons unsalted butter - melted ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar 3 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary 2 teaspoons kosher salt Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper and spread with nuts. Roast 10 minutes, transfer nuts to a bowl. Mix together butter, sugar, rosemary, and salt. Pour over warm nuts, and toss with a wooden spoon. Transfer nuts back onto baking sheet and let cool 30 minutes. Garlicky Hummus 1 15oz can chickpeas 4 garlic cloves - crushed 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

⅓ cup tahini ½ teaspoon ground cumin ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper Drain chickpeas reserving liquid. Mash chickpeas with a potato masher until coarsely pureed. Add remaining ingredients and thin with reserved chickpea liquid to desired consistency. Serve with crackers or crudités. Vegan Apple Oatmeal Cookies 2 cups quick-cooking oats 1 ½ whole wheat flour 1½ teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup coconut palm sugar 1 cup almond milk ½ cup unsweetened applesauce ¼ cup melted coconut oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1½ cups grated apple ½ cup chopped walnuts - toasted ⅓ cup raisins Line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl mix together the first 6 ingredients. In a small bowl whisk together next 4 ingredients. Add wet mix to flour mix and stir in

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Hurricane Patricia:

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By Kelly Wanamaker I pull the louvered cockpit doors closed for the final time and thread a line through the clasp, tying it off to keep them from blowing open. It is dark, and the wind, mixed with rain, is picking up and gusting fitfully. I look around: nothing on the boat is moving or flapping, everything lashed down or taken below. The Emerald Lady (EL) looks barren, stripped of everything. The cat, trapped in his carry bag, complains loudly from his perch atop the dock cart; it is windy and wet, and he does not want to leave the security of his home. Truthfully, I don’t either, but I have seen the NOAA projections of this monster hurricane that is bearing down on us, though he has only his cat sense of impending weather. He has made me crazy all day, being underfoot as I finished preparations 54

and even though I know he is scared, I am exhausted and scared too, and I ignore him for a moment as I do a last mental check-off. On Tuesday, Patricia was a tropical storm that our weather guru, Mike Danielson, said needed watching but would probably be just a light thunderstorm by the time it reached down into Banderas Bay. By Wednesday, she had been upgraded to a hurricane and projections put us in her path. My sister Chris, visiting me for a week, moved her plane ticket up and we enjoyed a last day in Puerto Vallarta as we watched the progress of Patricia off the coast. Overnight it accelerated quickly and when we woke up on a beautiful Thursday morning, Patricia’s path and her strength were raising alarm bells throughout the local January 2016

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boating community. I asked the taxi driver taking my sister to the airport and a couple getting on the bus if they were aware of an impending hurricane hitting the next day, but outside of the marinas, no one seemed to have been alerted yet. It felt surreal. I started preparations. We live aboard Emerald Lady in La Cruz De Huanacaxtle, just northwest around the bay from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. We are in the process of re-powering EL and have the old engine in parts in our cockpit and on the dock while we are waiting for the new one to be shipped from England. As I write this, I am on EL by myself; John and Rachel are in the Seattle area for another few weeks before they can join me. We had quite a bit of stuff on the decks, from awnings and tarps to surf boards and boat parts, as the EL hasn’t been able to go to sea for months. I looked around; there was an overwhelming list that needed doing if EL was going to be ready to survive hurricane force winds. I started in the lockers. If the EL survived the storm, and the area got hit hard, we might need the generator for emergency power on-shore and for the water-maker if water to La Cruz was disrupted. The generator and fuel needed to be easily reachable so I pulled them out for loading last. I also pulled up every line we had and set them out. I put everything I thought we might need in an emergency near the top. It was hot, really hot, so I waited to take down the dodger, bimini and shade tarps until evening, but everything else on deck got stowed. Our dingy, nicknamed Gem, is collapsible, so the engine went into the dock box, the oars, anchor, seat, and fuel tank went into lockers and I tarped Gem and lashed her with line in front of the mast, both to the mast and to the handrails. Boats around us with hard dinghies took them out of davits, pulled the motors, and tied them securely to cleats on the dock. I took off the barbecue, the stern anchor, the man-overboard bag and the life preserver and found room in the lockers for them and then collected up everything else, from engine parts to my daughter’s surf board, and hauled them below. We are lucky to have a single slip. So, I ran six dock lines per side to cleats on the near and far side of each dock,

plus an additional one up high with lots of slack to the post at the end of our dock. EL is bow in, port side to the dock. The wind was expected to come from the starboard aft corner and I didn’t want her bow to be forced into the dock or for her to go for a walkabout. As long as the dock held together and the lines didn’t part, EL would hopefully stay in the slip. I also pulled her several feet away from the port side dock to keep her from slamming into it although it ,made getting on and off of her difficult. As Thursday evening approached, we were still in the warning area for Patricia to make landfall. She had been upgraded to a Category 5 and was already setting records – fastest building, strongest in the Americas, greatest mb drop in 24 hours (over 100mb). They were starting to make announcements on the Mexican news programs, the National Guard had been called out, and a state of emergency was declared. I was relieved to see the town around us finally beginning to make preparations. I took down and stowed the dodger, bimini and shade tarps, filled the water tanks, checked

food and medical supplies, ran to the market and stocked up on fresh veggies, and made a Facebook update to keep friends and relatives from being too worried. Under the spreader lights, I rinsed the boat, checking the anchor locker and cockpit drains to make sure they were clear and running freely. Then I started at the The larger powerboats were moved into the extreme bow with zip ties, interior of the marina and, like the “Emerald Lady,” duct tape, bungie were tied up every which-way. cords and line and lashed everything tight. I sealed around the hatches with sealed the hole in our steering column the duct tape because we have a few where we have removed the old engine small leaks, although I didn’t know if gauges, and then lashed the cockpit it would help. I lashed the anchors in table cover over it all. I took down the their cradle. I lashed the dodger and chart plotter and radio and took them bimini frames down tight. I made sure inside and duct taped the covers onto all of the deck hardware was tightened the depth sounder and wind/speed and secure. With plastic sheeting, I gauge. Since 1987

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hurricane wind speed in recorded history. In another surreal moment, I opened the cockpit doors to a calm, quiet morning in the marina without a hint that a nightmare of a storm was heading straight at us. I was feeling anxious to get everything as ready as possible. I removed the headsail and stowed it with help from a neighbor. It turns out that in big winds, the genoa can come unfurled and drag a boat around, causing incredible damage. EL has an in-mast furling main and mizzen so, after talking with John, we decided to just pull them all the way in except for the clue and leave them with their lines cleated. It was a judgment call and I was feeling pretty overwhelmed. I waited as long as possible, hoping the hurricane would turn away, then finally took down the air conditioner we have in the main salon hatch and lugged it down below. With no shade above and only fans below, the cabin quickly became unbearably hot and the cat was soon stretched across the freezer top, panting. I checked the bilge pumps as they were calling for multiple inches of rain along with the winds. During hurricane Odile in La Paz, the people who were killed had stayed on their boats. Although I heard bravado from others around the marina, I had no intention, even if we had had a working engine, of trying to save EL if the docks broke apart by taking her into the bay in hurricane force winds. If we lost her it would be devastating, but it certainly wasn’t worth my life. So, I headed up to the marina office and found a man who was willing to rent me a room in his house for the night. I called up Steve and Tamiko on Landfall and he hiked over to see it with me as they hadn’t found a place yet either. The docks, the marina, and the town were extremely busy as everyone rushed to get ready. The anchorage cleared out and the million dollar yachts were all moved into the back of the marina. The big ones put out stern anchors in the fairways. All of the small fishing boats were being hauled out, windows taped and boarded, chairs and tables moved inside, and stuff put away. It was very subdued though, no laughter or music, which is a constant at any other time. We heard that they were evacuating

many of the big hotels around I picked up Steve, Tamiko, Puerto Vallarta and had friends and Eli, plus their dog, Nala, and who were evacuated to a parking got a ride with all of our luggage garage and others to an event hall. and emergency gear up to the Many people fled the coast and house. We arrived sopping wet, headed into Guadalajara or ranches got settled in and made Thai food, in the hills. Hearing and seeing and started drinking tequila with it all made it scary and real. We limeade. As the night stretched on, passed by several taverns that were the tequila flowed and the laughs doing extremely well and the cool and comfort of being with friends interiors where I might forget what overwhelmed us. Outside, the San was coming for awhile beckoned Madre Mountains were proving invitingly. I was too worried about unmovable, redirecting Patricia, getting EL as ready as possible to one of the most powerful hurricanes start drinking yet. in the world, east and away from The house turned out to be Banderas Bay. We had some light perfect: up the hill, concrete, and The little orange shelter from the storm, shared winds and rain but thanks to the tucked between other buildings. mountains between us and where by the author, her neighbors, and their pets. The owner offered it to us for 100 Patricia landed, our night was far pesos (about $7.50) per person per night to protect the power grid earlier in calmer than anyone expected. Banderas and said he had been through multiple the day and I had been waiting to Bay, my friends, this little town of La hurricanes and would start drinking take down my solar panels as long as Cruz that I like so much, and my home soon and be passed out when it hit. He possible to keep my batteries topped were safe. We woke up on Saturday would leave the door unlocked for us. off. When I got the site to open, good to blustery skies and news reports of We headed back to the marina where news awaited. Hurricane Patricia had damage to the South, although minimal I helped a couple other boats get their made landfall south of us gear stowed, packed food for the next in a remote section of the couple of days, water, the cat food, coast. We were not going cat box, put together what emergency to be hit directly. We medical supplies I could think of, might still get hurricane called John, updated Facebook and force winds although warned everyone that I might be out of not nearly as strong as touch if cell towers and electricity were a direct hit. Tears filled down, then pulled up the NOAA site my eyes and I breathed a one more time to see how things stood. sigh of relief, then said a It was late afternoon on Friday and the prayer for Barra and the wind was picking up and a light rain other areas that were just was falling. south of where she came The Puerto Vallarta area had ashore. We might be safe. started a rolling electricity shutdown With this new information, I decided The preparation was as serious as it could be, and to lash the solar panels Patricia still did some damage, but the actual down tight instead of experience turned out to be a merciful near-miss. removing them, making it much easier to get them running after the storm if we lost for the strength of the storm, and found power for an extended length of time. out the marina fared well in Barra and I checked everything one more time, almost no one was hurt. It turned out loaded up the cat in his carrier and to be the best up-close experience of a moved enough stuff to live for days hurricane I could have imagined. off the boat, just in case. I didn’t lock Kelly Wanamaker is an organizer of the boat up as I left, just tied the doors tightly shut in case someone needed the Coho Ho Ho Sailing Rally as well as to get on her in an emergency. Finally a series of off-shore preparedness seminars one very grumpy cat and an especially starting in April. The rally will leave exhausted human headed up the dock from Seattle in August heading to San in the rain and wind to ride out our first Francisco. She is currently living aboard hurricane, leaving a stripped down, her 47’ sailing ketch, the “Emerald Lady,” Even the most experienced boat cat trussed up EL looking like a bondage in La Cruz, Mexico. doesn’t care for all this commotion... queen. www.48North.com January 2016 57

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By Andy Schwenk I once read somewhere that John F. Kennedy’s boat was only 27 feet long. I always thought that was sorta cool. Here is a guy with all these things going on in his life but when he gets a chance to go sailing, it’s on a boat that many people could access. I first started sailing on a J/24 in high school and was soon the largest crew person on board. When I joined the sailing team at WWU in Bellingham, we competed in Flying Juniors and Alphas and if I ever had a chance to do well, it was on the windy days. Of course, my teammates were also better sailors and practiced more, but nothing goes upwind like beef on the rail. It is interesting to note this is where the term “sand bagger” entered the English lexicon. On certain vessels on windy days a skipper would carry sand upwind as ballast, and once rounding the weather mark would jettison it for the run home. I think there are legends of dumping crew as well but that would probably result in a harsher nickname. In any case, keelboats, rather than dinghies, became my domain although I have owned a Laser, I-14, OK dinghy, Hobie Cat and windsurfed in Hawaii in the 90s. During my career, I’ve probably put as many miles under my

keel as I have on my car and I try to continue to do so. My first keelboat was a Thunderbird, then a Moore 24, and currently a Santa Cruz 27. I’m sure many people that are new to sailing are staggered by the broad variety of craft available on the market. Since 48° North is published in Seattle I will concentrate this treatise on boats that are popular in our area, although most of these boats are popular across the country. How do you know if you will like a boat until you sail it? If you are purchasing, the sea trial follows the earnest money and a buy-sell agreement. Yes you could bail because the boat isn’t what you thought, but you have given time and potentially money for a boat that wasn’t right for you. You could join a club, but most clubs don’t rent to the public. Charter companies have a difficult time justifying the time and effort to charter a small, inexpensive boat for a short check ride when they could spend their time marketing and maintaining the lead-bellied money guzzlers. I am also vexed by the myriad of choices. So let’s look at five popular boats in the 27’ range. Many people would likely consider these entry-level, and owners may eventually move on.

But there are others like JFK and myself that find satisfaction in battling the elements in a boat that has fewer feet in length than I have years lived. Each of these boats feature overnight accommodations, is fiberglass built from a female mold, is readily available (you could buy one today in Seattle), and seem to do well for their respective classes: the Catalina 27 for the all-around family racer/ cruiser; the Orion 27 by Pacific Seacraft for the heavy-duty ocean-ready pocket cruiser; the Santa Cruz 27 for the old school performance racer; the F-27 for the multihull crowd; and the J-88 for the brand new latest thing on the market. When you look at the specs of the boat you are considering, if they match or are close to a boat I describe here, you will have another arrow in your quiver when trying to determine if it is the correct boat for you and your crew (if any). Each of these boats is commonly used as a single-hander, although the Orion is likely the one where the designer thought most about this. With the exception of the J-88, these boats have been on the market for a long time, and many owners have either done upgrades or neglected their vessels so the prices range widely. I would argue the monthly moorage, insurance, regatta fees and upkeep will soon equal the value of the boat anyway, so find a nice one if you can, but leave some cash in the kitty for incidentals along the way. For every design I mention, there are certainly outliers that are so meticulously maintained or so severely abused they won’t fit the description.

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Each of these boats can easily be stored on a trailer or left in the salt chuck or your favorite lake year round, though methods for launching and retrieving them will vary. The Catalina 27 is almost certainly the most well-known and prolific. I’m not sure I’ve been to a marina that doesn’t have one. In our local yacht club, there is one owned by a partnership that has earned Yacht of the Year recognition for 8 of the last 10 years. They are available with inboards or outboards, gas or diesel, a variety of interior arrangements, and the price can easily vary from $5k-15k depending on what shape they are in and if they have a heater, pressure water, sail inventory, furler, what type of fuel the stove burns (alcohol, kerosene, or propane), electronic equipment and the like. The Catalina 27 is generally sling launched or will require an experienced hand at the launch ramp. The mast is deck-stepped and will require the use of a gin pole or hoist to step and unstep. I know people have successfully sailed them around the world, but that really isn’t what the designer had in mind, and frankly I think that would be

scary dangerous. The Catalina 27 has a huge companionway slider, a bunk on one side aft, and large lazarette on the other. The head forward has room even for me and is typically separated by a curtain. These boats perform in winds from 5-50kts and will always get you home safe if you let them. The side decks and foredeck are small but that allows for a roomy cabin and large ports. The performance is surprising and I’ve heard cases of skippers who have seen double digits on the knot meter. They have won Swiftsure and interestingly also have the record for the longest Swiftsure ever recorded, just moments before the time limit on Monday. They point fairly well and many folks add inboard tracks for the lapper to assist this. If you aren’t sure what boat to buy, buy the Catalina 27 for now while you decide what you really, really want and you won’t be far wrong. They are well supported and most savvy yard personnel can help you to know what problem areas to look for, especially chainplates and keel bolts. If you take care of it and put a coat of wax on the topsides, you should easily be able to

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The Corsair F-27 trimaran and the J/88 display performance progression and versatility, and both utilize asymmetrical spinnakers off of a bowsprit. Photos courtesy of Corsair Marine and www.Jboats.com. offshore. You are going to have to be fairly minimalist in your planning and really love the person you are with if you go very far, because you will be very close to each other and 100 miles will be an epic day. They don’t point as well as a boat with a fin keel and spade rudder, but again they were designed for cruising and, as the saying goes, “gentlemen don’t sail to weather.” That’s what they make 747s for. Off the wind with genoa poled out and a preventer set you will sail happily along and not stress out the auto pilot one bit. There is room on the foredeck for a small tender to be lashed upside down. And, when you enter the harbor, heads will turn because they are just so dang cute! The Santa Cruz 27 (SC-27) is an example of a bygone era in our world of yachting: a small custom builder, designer, and sailor turning out one boat at a time in a small production facility staffed mainly by talented hippie-types. The glasswork and craftsmanship in these boats is second to none. The hulls are only cored to

just above the waterline to save weight and they have very little freeboard. The SC-27 belongs to a family of boats primarily built on the West Coast in the 70s and 80s called Ultra-Light Displacement Boats (or ULDBs). Of course, with the advent of carbon fiber in boat-building and modern fiberglass technique, they may not be considered ultra-light by today’s performance sailor. But in their day, they were all that and a bag of chips, if you were into this kind of sailing. They were produced in a variety of funky colors and most have been through many changes in deck hardware as clutch technology changed and ball bearing blocks showed up on the scene in the 1980s. There were about 127 built and most are still sailing somewhere on the West Coast. For some, purchasing this boat is like joining a happy cult of enthusiasts that get together regularly to compete and swap stories. They have a boxy cabin with a funny windshield and many owners have added a foredeck hatch. Interestingly, a few were produced with sail drives,

though they have all been converted to outboards by now. They are a joy to sail single or double-handed, or with a full race crew. Speeds downwind with the spinnaker up commonly reach into the teens and recently a local boat, Blade Runner, won the Oregon Offshore Race, sailing from the mouth of the Columbia River to Victoria, BC, in about 22 hours! There is a whole other world of sailing that has been around since the Polynesians first watched a sunset: the world of the multihull. I chose to include the F-27 by Corsair Marine in this article because it is versatile, well built, reasonably priced, fun to sail, and popular in our region. They have an ingenious method of folding up their outer hulls, or amas. Launching, stepping the mast, and getting on the water can be accomplished in less than an hour by just about anybody. I won’t lie to you, I have seen two upside down, one in the harbor and another just outside. I would argue both incidents were examples of rookie mistakes, nobody got hurt, and both boats were back sailing in short order.

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The multihulls flat out fly; it’s almost like you’re sailing on the water rather than in it. As far as ease of handling, I have seen a local paraplegic sailor in a wheelchair hoist sail, set the anchor and get in and out of the slip just fine. The local marinas are still adapting policies to handle these special breed of craft, but any multihull sailor will tell you the benefits far outweigh the special circumstances. Don’t get me wrong here, these boats also make terrific cruising platforms, no more heeling, plenty of places to lounge around, they even have an aft cabin model. The masts typically are designed to rotate, which really adds to the power that gets that wetted-surface moving forward. Tacks are slow in light winds, but you make up enough in a straight line to pay the price. Multihull sailors are a tight-knit group and have a tremendous rendezvous at Cowichan Bay on Southern Vancouver Island each year. To round out the fleet I chose the J/88 because, even though it’s slightly longer, I thought it best showed how much sailing has changed since I started 35 years ago. That old J/24 had

a winch and horn cleat for every line and teak that had to be maintained often to keep her looking good. Plus, they were so tippy that at least two are now resting at the bottom off of Meadow Point. Enter the J/88: carbon mast, asymmetric spinnaker set on a sprit, bulb keel, and high aspect rudder and you have a sailing machine. The cockpit and interior are ergonomically designed and everything is within reach. Non-overlapping headsails are all that is required since she splits the seas so easily. They are available on a semi-custom basis so if there is a particular feature or color you want and you are willing to wait, you can have it. The modern design dispenses with the need for sand bags or the Husky linebacking crew to make her perform upwind; and downwind the A-sail is just so simple. She just dazzles the fleet. Add LEDs, gel cell batteries, pressure water, shore power, and cushy cushions and this isn’t some stripped out racer. The J/88 and the Catalina 27 are alike in many ways but show how far yacht design has come over the decades. They are practically the same length, yet so incredibly different. I

think the designer’s intent was much the same: a great sailing boat that is just terrific for a family outing, it can be shorthanded easily and will keep you safe in a blow. All these boats described are durable, well thought-out and fit the bill for what they were designed for. Most can be moored for about $200 per month and will last longer than you will. Come on down to the Seattle Boat Show to talk to the experts and see all the manufacturers have to offer. I’m sure they won’t all agree with every detail in this article, but you can sure have a wonderful time finding out why and forming your own opinions! There is room for everybody on the water even if you choose my mother’s theory of only spending time at sea on boats that are at least as long on the waterline as you are old, plus another 100’! Andy Schwenk is a USCG 100 Ton licensed Master and the owner of Northwest Rigging. He has 42 Pacific transits to his credit and at least one win in every major local regatta. He’ll be at the Boat Show, too, so come say hello!

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“I met a man on a ski train. He took me sailing and he had me from there.” - Margaret Sibold, 93 Margaret’s late husband, Gene Sibold, took her for her first sail on a Star boat in the 1930s. As a sailor myself, a novice Star skipper in fact, I am fascinated by the women sailors who came before me. Who were they? How did they start sailing? Did they race? The stories are vast and varied, and feature characters too rich to do them justice in a single article. I will, however, attempt to share a glimpse into the sailing lives of a few of these incredible women. A chance meeting with sailors Bette Gregory, now in her late 80s, and John Woodward, 100, first sparked my curiosity. They regaled me with stories of the days of sailing Flatties, Blanchard Knockabouts, and Star boats of the 900 series. Successful female racers, Jerie Clark and Renate (Red) McVittie, shared tales and spoke of organizations like CYC’s C-Mates. Sailor Helen Hancock (the “Corvo Mamma” of the J/33 of the same name) told of the importance of SWSA (Seattle Women’s Sailing Association) of the 1980s. Some, like Margaret, found their way off the dock through romance. In the late 1930s, Margaret would wait on her high school’s steps for Gene, who “always kept a Coke for me in the bilge.” Racing was as simple as any opportunity that involved the presence of another boat. Bette Gregory sailed Knockabouts and raced annually in the PC Women’s Series in the 1950s. Bette’s former husband, Star sailor Bill (“Wild 62

a hiatus from the challenging hours of real estate work and developed a career teaching sailing. “I was able to put the boys in the boat with me when I taught. I paid them 50 cents a sail. They called it slave wages.” At any rate, time in the boat proved valuable. Sons Jonathan and Charley McKee went on to win Olympic bronze medals, sailing a 49er together. The Mrs. Charles Frances Adams Cup, or “Adams Cup,” was the annual competition for the United States Women’s Sailing Championship that ran from 1924 until the event was retired in 2011. Run by US Sailing, eliminations were held throughout the country, and the finals were raced in a different type of boat each year to eliminate any advantage a sailor from any particular class might otherwise have. Host clubs provided boats to the By Kirsten Bergstrom competitors and teams were required to race Bill”) Taylor recommended she place each boat at the event once so nobody lead weights in her pockets to crew for would have an advantage in terms of him. Bette declined. Smart girl. equipment. Accomplished racer Sheila McKee, Local Seattle sailors and 1966 82, spent her honeymoon sailing a Adam’s Cup winners, Jerie Clark, 73, Catboat, a WoodPussy named Chanel and Red McVittie, 86, began sailing as #13. Sailing into Newport, RI, she was children. Jerie first sailed at the tender inexperienced and thought, “What age of 2 and learned the fundamentals will I do if he falls over?” Sheila not from her father. At 10, she joined CYC only learned to sail, but went on to and sailed Penguins under the tutelage compete in the Adams Cup and to race of Junior Advisor Don Miller, who Jerie Vivace, the first boat built for sail by the said was “very responsible for leading legendary Bill Buchan Sr. us to be good sailors and competitors.” Like women of any era juggling She, and another girl, Rae Ellen Ramey, work, play, and family, Sheila took were “treated just like the boys and

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there was no discrimination.” She remembers being “one of the very first girls to participate in the Swiftsure Race.” Red caught the sailing bug at a Michigan summer camp and returned to sail for University of Michigan’s sailing team, where she “also got an education” and eventually became a noteworthy I-14 sailor. With Maryanne Easter, and Mary Rattray as alternate, heavy air kicked off their Adam’s Cup racing in San Francisco Bay and both recall exciting moments of surfing and planing with the spinnaker on their way to victory. Another Seattle team took the Adams Cup title, this time for two consecutive years. Carol Buchan, Cheryl Lanzinger, Libby Johnson McKee and Jean Trucano won the Adams Cup in 1987 and 1988. Many of the women I spoke to sailed in the days of strong one-design fleets. Jerie Clark talked about Wednesday nights on Lake Washington that drew 25 Knockabouts, 33 Thunderbirds and more. It was such fun that when Jerie’s high school graduation fell on a Wednesday night, she told her mother she wanted to skip the ceremony. Jerie preferred to race.

Local yacht clubs like Seattle Yacht Club and Corinthian Yacht Club were supportive of women. CYC’s C-Mates (“C” for Corinthian) sought to free women from the shore and the galley, as well as reduce tensions sometimes associated with learning from a spouse. C-Mates spanned some 30-odd years, from the 1950s to the late 1980s, and the winning 1966 Adam’s Cup crew was an integral part of its existence, with Mary Rattray as founder. Women were taught nautical nomenclature, knot tying, rules of 1966 Adams Cup winning crew: Jerie Clark, the road, and the finer Red McVittie, and Maryanne Easter. points of sailing and racing. A 1959 article described a C-Mates fell overboard, what would you do?” man-overboard drill, designed to Dummies were used for the drill. One answer the question, “If your husband woman reported she “rescued him all

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was instrumental in encouraging her customers to take women racing. These women remain active and passionate about sailing. Margaret sailed into her 80s, including a South Pacific voyage on her daughter’s Swan. When I tried to locate Red, 86, for a lunch meeting, I was told “she’s probably in the gym.” Sheila still sails a model boat and, in 2010, at 77, raced a heavy air SYC Grand Prix. Jerie said, “No matter what I do, sailing is always a The C-Mates organization participates in a spinnaker class. part of me. I might be golfing or kayaking. right but after 6 tries and minus a head.” But I always know where the wind is However amusing the anecdote, the coming from. You know what the tide C-Mates sailors worked hard. “Many is and when the moon is full. You forget C-Mates became far better sailors than that on land.” Today, many, many women their husbands,” Jerie Clark said. In the 1980s, SWSA, Seattle sail and race throughout the Pacific Women’s Sailing Association, was an Northwest and enjoy a variety of organization that put on races and programs that support female sailors. supported women like Helen Hancock. Yacht clubs feature programs geared SWSA members included Colleen towards women, like CYC’s Sunset Booth, one of the rare female CYC Sailing for Women Sailors, and social and educational programs are also Commodores. In addition to supportive yacht found at Seattle Yacht Club. Tacoma clubs, women’s programs, and Yacht Club’s Shipmates, an auxiliary families, these sailors also shared women’s group, is now in its 78th year. knowledge and taught each other. SheSails Seattle is a female-owned and Sheila remembers Jerie’s advice operated sailing company that teaches to “watch the clouds.” Helen took both women-only and coed sailing in advantage of $5 lessons taught by a an easygoing environment. Talented woman at a Kirkland chandlery who SheSails captains include successful

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The Artist’s View – Secrets of the Salish Sea Sketches and story by Larry Eifert

More closely related to crabs than lobsters, these colorful palm-sized crustaceans really do look like lobsters. In fact, typical of food marketers that like to switch names for finicky American eaters, squat lobsters have recently become Langostino Lobsters. You can buy Langostinos in better grocers or fishthrowers in Pike Place Market, a yummy bite-sized protein addition to pasta. Langoustine is Spanish for prawn, In the Caribbean, it’s crayfish, and in South America, it’s red shrimp. I say, let’s just call them squat! I think that name must be because they tuck their tails underneath, making them -- wait for it -squat. While most of these commercial squats are from South America, we, too, have squat lobsters right here in the Salish Sea.

Squat lobsters live in water 30 to 4,000 feet deep and prefer rocky cliffs or cobble without much current – like the Hood Canal. Like other crabs and shrimp, these are part of the clean-up crew, eating carrion and plankton, and can live in waters with low oxygen, again such as the Hood Canal, probably meaning that in the future for these oxygen-starved places, squat lobsters will enjoy less competition. More than 900 species of squat lobsters live worldwide in oceans, and some species form fairly dense populations making for frozen bags of them in our stores. Here on beaches, I’ve seen empty shells proving that they’re out there, just offshore in silty estuaries with nearby rocks.

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riday, December 4: Famount Deliver boat to Tacoma in same of wind as predicted by all wind-predicting authorities by taking it on the nose for a few hours with plenty of sheep in the bay providing ample company throughout the trip. Check the Saturday forecast for the umpteenth time since the Sunday prior and exclaim affirmatively to your delivery crew, “yep, this is going to be a nice little sleigh ride tomorrow!” Proceed to arrive and parallel park at Tacoma Yacht Club before drinking copious amount of free Bud Light. Turn in with the anticipation of racing in strong breeze and possibly the chance of a little precipitation.

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arm’s length early (as would later be illustrated in an actual arm length by Mr Rathkopf himself) with a kite up and proceed with the execution of re-starting, because everyone knows the second time always pays better than the first. Struggle to drop sails (translation: foredeck gets yelled at… yells back) and clear the line in what is still very light breeze (it’s coming from the south), the goal becoming to stay clear of the rest of the class with their long waterlines and big wind shadows. Find yourselves having stayed right to do so (it’s coming from the east!), and start while watching the previously departed classes on the left wondering whether staying to the right might

just be okay after all. Stay right (it’s coming from the north!). Observe the persistence of light and shifty breeze and wonder what the hell is going on. Watch as predicted 25 knot southerly becomes a 0-5 knot northerly. Practice being flabbergasted. Send half the crew down below for “inside leeward weight” and silently scream with glee a little over being out of the pouring rain. Wonder if pouring

is an overstatement….decide it’s not... it’s highly accurate. Listen as chatter from above, after some time, becomes a tad more excited. Creep up through the hatch with some amount of confusion. Look ahead and stay confused. Look behind and see a TP52 crossing astern. Continue said confusion, while confusion also becomes an enjoyable variety. Watch a Soverel 33 pace a TP52 for the better

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part of an hour. Make mental note that current rivers are important. Fight all the way to the finish line and lose to aforementioned Soverel 33 by seven seconds. Dismally watch several boats not make the finish line at all. Raise beers to the effort and add footnote to mental note about current rivers. Head back to the barn. by Ashley Bell photos courtesy of Dawn Umstot

2016 Seattle Area Sailboat Racing Calendar 9 9 10 17 23 23 24 30 30-31 31 6 6 7 13 14 20 20 21 21 27 27 27 5 5 6 12 19 19 19-20 25-27 26 26 26 2-3 2 9-10 16 16 16-17 23 23-24 30 30-1 7 7-8 8 14 14 16 21 21-22 28-29 4 4 4-5 4 11 11

January TT Duwamish Head -SSS 2 SB Snowbird SL Frostbite Series SSYC/NW Goosebump (Lk Union) ST Iceberg TT Blake Island SSYC/NW Goosebump (Lk Union) CYCT Harbor Series #1 CYC/SL Frigid Digit SSYC/NW Goosebump (Lk Union) February SB Snowbird TT Manzanita Buoy SSYC/NW Goosebump (Lk Union) CYCT Harbor Series #2 SSYC/NW Goosebump (Lk Union) ssss/OYC Toliva Shoal - SSS 3 AYC Girts Rekevics Foul Weather SSYC/NW Goosebump (Lk Union) SL Frostbite Series CYCT Harbor Series #3 PM Dupue Memorial WSSA#1 TYC Frostbite #1 March CYC Blakely Rock - CSS 1 TTP Commencement Bay SL Frostbite Series CYC Scatchet Head - CSS 2 SB Snowbird GH Islands Race - SSS 4 MBYC Spring Sail Regatta (Lake) WV Southern Straits PO Spring Shakedown WSSA2 CYC Three Tree Pt - CSS 3 TYC Frostbite #2 April AYC Tulip Regatta ST Blakely Rock Benefit CYC Small Boat PSSR WS Rich Passage RambleWSSA3 CYCT Spring Single Hand CYC PSSR Large Boat Poulsbo Invitational WSSA4 TT Spring Regatta TYC Frostbite #3 SYC Protection Island - TI 1 May SYC Opening Day ST Race to the Straits SYC Mark Mayer Race SYC Vashon Island - TI 2 PO Invitational WSSA5 WS Kitsap Regatta Milltown Invitational CYC POD Regatta RV Swiftsure June SYC Blake Island - TI 3 TYC Summer Vashon BYC 505 N Americans CYCT Summer Vashon MSA Saratoga Sprint SYC Leukemia Cup

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BYC Blake Island WSSA6 AYC Windermere Cup ST/PM Three Buoy Fiasco CYCE Mad Dash CAPS NW Catalina Regatta CYCT 3 hour Tour Manazinta Marg WSCYC Brownsville Race WSSA7 BYC BKOD Regatta CYC Mid Summer July CYCT 3 hour Tour Rustin Classic Whidbey Island Race Week August SJIYC Shaw Island Classic HR Double Dammed ST Down the Sound SYC McCurdy Cup CYC Minto Intergalactic Champ. AYC Northern Century CYCT Vashon Challenge SYC Jr. Olympics ST Single Handed September CYCT Windseekers Award Race BYC PITCH CYCE Halloween Series MSA Fall Regatta TT Commodore Cup Trophy ST Pink Boat ST Jack & Jill CYC Lake Fall Regatta SB Trans Puget CYCT Point Series #1 CYCE Halloween Series TT Fall Series SS NW Harvest Benefit Pt Madison Round the Island SSP/CYC Oktoberfest CYCE Halloween Series October CYCE Foulweather Bluff TT Fall Series CYCT Point Series #2 CYCT Memorial Single Hand CYC Small boat PSSC CYCE Halloween Series CYC Large boat PSSC CYCT Point Series #3 ST Fall Regatta ST Race Your House CYCE Halloween Series SYC Grand Prix CYCT Point Series #4 CYCE Halloween Series

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November OI Round the County SB Snowbird DD Rum Run GH LeMans TT Winter Series WSCYC Fowl Weather CYC Turkey Bowl

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December TYC Winter Vashon SSS 1 SB Snowbird January 2017 TT Duwamish Head -SSS 2

Summer Weekday Series 4/19-9/13 CYC Lake Tuesday 4/20-9/14 CYC Lake Wednesday 4/20-9/14 CYC Sound Wednesday 4/21-9/15 CYC Sound Thrusday 5/15-6/26 CYCE Summer Series 1 4/13-8/17 CYCT Windseekers Series 5/10-9/6 Duck Dodge 6/9-8/11 Elliott Bay 8/5-8/26 SNW Friday Sail Fest 4/25-8/15 ST Ballard Cup 6/3-7/29 ST Take Your Time Fridays 4/7-5/12 TT Spring Series 6/10-6/24 TT Summer Series 6/10-8/12 Kirkland Friday Night Series 6/10-6/24 PO Six Pack Series 9/2-9/30 Brownsville Six Packs Abbreviations AYC Anacortes YC BYC Bellingham YC BKOD Bellingham Keelboat One Design CAPS Catalina Assoc of Puget Sound CSS Center Sound Series CYC Corinthian YC of Seattle CYCE Corinthian YC of Edmonds CYCT Corinthian YC of Tacoma Duck Dodge DD Elliott Bay EB Gig Harbor YC GH HR Hood River YC Meydenbauer YC MB MSA Milltown Sailing Association NW Northwest Riggers YC Oak Harbor YC OH One Design OD OI Orcas Island YC OYC Olympia YC Port Orchard YC PO PSSC Puget Sound Sailing Champ. PSSR Puget Sound Spring Regatta PM Port Madison Royal Victoria YC RV Shilshole Bay YC SB Seattle Laser Fleet SL SNW Sail Northwest Seattle Singles SS SSS Southern Sound Series Sloop Tavern YC ST SYC Seattle YC Tri Island Series TI Three Tree Point YC TT TYC Tacoma YC WS West Sound Corinthian YC WIRW Whidbey Island YC WV West Vancouver YC Yacht Club YC

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South Sound Series January 9: Duwamish Head Three Tree Point Yacht Club www.ttpyc.org February 20: Toliva Shoal SSSS/Olympia Yacht Club www.ssssclub.com March 19: Islands Race Gig Harbor Yacht Club www.gigharboryc.com www.sseries.org

STYC Iceberg Regatta January 23 Come out for this winter classic with your warm beverages and get your January sailing fix before joining fellow racers at the awards party Saturday night at the Sloop Tavern! This is a fun race. We offer NFS classes for those who don’t have or don’t want to use their spinnakers, as well as full flying classes. For more information or for registration go to www.styc.org

Goosebumps Sailboat Races January 17, 24, 31 February 7, 14, 21 For the 28th year the Winter Goosebumps Sailboat Race Series will be held on Lake Union in January and February. It is jointly sponsored by Seattle Singles Yacht Club and Northwest Riggers Yacht Club. The Goosebumps Races are a sixrace series. Come to any one event or come to all of them. This is a forfun race series. There is no advance registration, no fees, no handicapping and no protests. Participants must sail and check in with the Committee Boat before the first start, the course will be posted on the sign board. Start times are 1:00 P.M. (fast boats) and 1:05 P.M. (all others). Participants must sail and check in with the Committee Boat before the first start to pick up the handout with the rules and one teal Goose participation sticker for the series. You must check in with the Race Committee on the Committee boat anchored in central Lake Union to get included in the participant list. Please identify your sailboat name and which start you will be qualified for. The course will be posted on the sign board on the Committee Boat. Linda Youngs, NW, is the Race Chair for the 2016 Goosebumps and Bunny Alexandron, SSYC, is the cochair. For more information, see us on Facebook at “Goosebumps Race,” or on the web at seattlesinglesyc.com and www.nwriggers.com. If you have questions, call Linda at (206) 963-4377 or Bunny at (615) 818-5051.

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eptune was in a gracious mood N for both days of this year ’s Turkey Bowl, hosted by Corinthian Yacht Club. Maybe it was due to the turnout - 70 boats on the water. He delivered two days of sunshine and consistent, moderate breeze. This was one of the larger one design dinghy events in recent history. If you missed it, you missed out Neptune isn’t always this generous. CYC did a good job setting the course offshore enough to mitigate geographical course advantages as much as possible. This year ’s audience consisted mostly of sea lions, porpoises, and seals observing the racing. Though there was a little one-sidedness to the course, a few gains could be made by playing some wind and current shifts for the majority of the racing. This coupled with wind speed in the low to mid-teens ensured no one became too physically or mentally frigid. Though air temperatures were not below freezing, both days were quite cold.

The out-of-towners received a good taste of Shilshole Bay’s characteristic current at peak flood. Mike Poulos, the perennial chair of the DJOD regatta in Bellingham, was sailing in the 505 class. He summed up the experience, “The current was unforgiving. People who looked like they were seriously overstanding the mark were having to tack back over and over...” Andrew Nelson of the Sailing Foundation was on the water coaching the junior classes. He described the current’s effect on the Optimist class. “During the first half of each day, even when sailing at full speed, they were able to only make about a quarter knot of headway upwind against the flood. It would take over a half an hour to get to the short windward mark and then about three minutes to get down to the bottom of the course.” The current was not all doom and gloom though. It is rumored that the winner of the Laser fleet, David Brink, managed to master

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the tides with a one-tack beat in the last race. “Not only did he clear the windward mark without having to tack again, but he also didn't lose ground by not being over-stood. He ended up winning that race by a lot! stated Carlos Abisambra, the Seattle Laser Fleet president. Of the eight fleets present, the 505 class showed the most popularity with 17 boats participating. Lee Laney brought his 505 down from Bellingham and when asked about the recent popularity of the class, his answer was, “It's hard to say where the recent excitement started, but I have to say, a lot of momentum is centered in Bellingham, where the North Americans will be held next June.” Those present on Saturday, may have witnessed the 1984 dream team of Jonathan McKee and Carl Buchan take to the water in a shiny bright yellow 505. They showed that they still have some of the old mojo, performing well enough on the first day to have a two point lead over the 5th place 2009 505 world championship team of Dalton Bergan and Fritz Lanzinger. Those present on Sunday were there to witness Dalton’s wife, Lindsay, swap in for Jonathan on the helm and close out the regatta to clinch first place overall. Rumor has it, the next two weeks of diaper changing duty for their newborn child went to the loser. The second most popular class by participants was the Tasar. The Tasar fleet prides itself one of the most competitive-casual classes on the water. The crew aboard Team 2 Boys 1 Boat couldn’t agree more, “Not too big, not too small, the Tasar was the Goldilocks of boats to enjoy the perfect wind, waves, competition, and low, bright, November sun that this year's Turkey Bowl served up,” quipped skipper Brendan Fahey. Also of note at this year ’s regatta: the continuing presence of two singlehanded classes, the Laser and the RS Aero. Carlos Abisambra was ecstatic about the weekend’s racing. Really, who wasn’t? He is quick to highlight the strength of singlehanded sailing in the NW, “The Laser fleet is alive and well in

Seattle despite losing a few people to the up-and-coming RS Aero. Over the last few years, the Seattle Laser Fleet has put in place great programs and events that have continuously grown the fleet and participation at all local Laser events. The frostbite series is very popular and continues to grow. Frigid Digit Champs in February is one of the most highly attended Laser regattas in the PNW. Needless to say, the numbers that we've lost to the Aero fleet have been made up by Juniors and oldtimers that are coming back to play on the water. It's also great to see the Aero fleet growing because we've grown s a i l i n g t o g e t h e r. S i n g l e h a n d e d sailors have more options now and that has helped bring in more people. Among all four singlehanded fleets (radials and Optis included) we had close to 40 participants! If you now wish you had made it out to sail this fine dinghy event, make a New Year ’s resolution to come out to the multitude of regattas in the area next year. by Mike Karas

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2018 Melges 24 World Championships

Feb. 27: Port Madison Jim Depue Memorial Race March 26: P ort Orchard Annual Spring Shakedown April 16: West Sound Corinthian Rich Passage Ramble April 23: Poulsbo Poulsbo Invitational May 14: Port Orchard Port Orchard Invitational June 11: Bremerton Blake Island June 25: West Sound Corinthian Brownsville Race Contact Matthew Gardner-Brown (360) 434-2727, g-b@wavecable.com or wscyc.net

The Royal Victoria Yacht Club is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the rights to hold the 2018 Melges 24 World Championships in Victoria, BC from May 31 to June 8, 2018. The regatta will be run under the authorization of the International Melges 24 Class Association. Melges 24 fleets have developed globally, and in the past the World Championships have been held in Europe, the US, and Australia. This is the first time they will be held in Canada. For more information, contact 2018melges24worlds@gmail.com or (250) 216-2478.

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US Sailing is once again hosting this groundbreaking event at the Hilton San Diego Resort. The Sailing Leadership Forum will connect leaders from all aspects of our sport, such as sail training and education, yacht club and sailing organization management, racing associations, and organizations including one-design and handicap classes, race officials, and industry professionals. The primary objective of the Leadership Forum is to bring the sport together by assembling leaders and innovators from these areas of sailing for an all-inclusive learning and networking experience. • Youth Development • Participation & Growth • Management, Operations & Governance • Regattas & Racing • Safety • Race Management • Go Fast, Hands-on & Outdoors Contact: www.ussailing.org

January 10: 4th Frostbite February 21: 5th Frostbite March 6: 6th Frostbite All will be held at Shilshole Bay Marina. For more information email, seattlelaserfleet@gmail.com

U.S. Sailing Safety At Sea Seminar March 5 & 6 The Sailing Foundation is proud to once again offer a two day hands on training sponsored by U.S. Sailing and ISAF. The course meets all the requirements for ISAF-sanctioned international races in the Pacific Northwest. The course will be offered on Bainbridge Island on March 5 & 6. There is an optional third day, hands on Lifesling Clinic on March 7. For information please see the registration and curriculum at www.thesailingfoundation.org

Anacortes YC Girts Rekevics Memorial Foul Weather Race February 20 The Foul Weather Race is open to all yachts. The event consists of a race from Anacortes to Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, a distance of 19.5nm. For more information, check www.anacortesyachtclub.com

Center Sound Series March 5, 12 & 26 Corinthian Ya c h t Club's Center Sound Series, sponsored by Fisheries Supplies, begins March 5 with the Blakely Rock Race quickly followed by Scatchet Head March 12 and Three Tree Point on March 26. These are open to one-design and PHRF fleets, no experience required. For info and to register, contact: w w w. c y c s e a t t l e . o r g or call (206) 789-1919.

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40’ HUNTER, 1989, $62,500 Excellent condition, Main Salon + two cabins and heads, showers, Furuno radar/plotter/GPS, full canvas, 100 amp Balmar charger, Espar heat, Seafreeze coldplate freezer, spinnaker, newer upholstery & cockpit cushions. Engine accessible from 4 sides. Yanmar 4JHE diesel 44 hp, w/1662 hrs. Ample closets and storage. Phone (425) 357-6065 5742

1979 CAL 2-25, $9,300 LAKE UNION 2004 Yamaha 8hp 4 stroke outboard, new foam cushions and interior upholstery in main and forward cabin 2012, most through deck fittings re-bedded and new lifelines 2012, 2 coats of bottom paint done by Pacific Fiberglass 2012, hauled and cleaned by Canal Boat Yard late 2015, new VHF, bulkhead compass, and depth finder installed last 3 years, new battery and trickle charge system installed 2013, complete set of sails, some running rigging and halyards recently updated. Grgdvnprt2002@yahoo.com, (206) 719-2448. 5908

ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE CRUISING BOAT 2003 Aerodyne 38 rigged for cruising. Six foot draft. Liesurefurl boom with electric winch for push button reefing, diesel heat, SSB with Pactor modem, anticorrosion system, Yanmar with 300 hours, recent Awlgrip, great singlehander, TV/DVD, radar, autopilot, Raymarine displays, and much more. Located in San Francisco but I will pay shipping to Northwest. Reduced to $149,500. (415) 385-3600. 4827

BENETEAU FIRST 310 1992 well maintained 31’ racer cruiser. America’s Cup Edition. Newer Vectran mainsail, large Lewmar folding wheel, Garhauer Vang 2014, Trucharge Xantrax2 charger 2014, 3 AGM deep cycle batteries 2014, LED lights, Dual voltage Danfoss freezer/fridge, teak in cockpit replaced 2014, all running rigging replaced within last 2 years, spinnaker in a snuffer sock, 150 and 135 genoa, cockpit cushions, furnace, etc. $45,000. Contact myboat310@gmail.com, (604) 880-4257 5911

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SAN JUAN 28 Beautiful well-maintained 1979 San Juan 28 ready to sail! Many recent upgrades in 2012-13 including new sails, running rigging, electronics and equipment. All accessories including Walker Bay dinghy and complete tiller-to-wheel conversion kit waiting to be installed. Move forces sale. $9,750. (206) 384-7440 5905

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36’ CHEOY LEE LION Classic 1962 Arthur Robb designed LION class, meticulously maintained by the same owner for the past 18 years. Burmese teak hull, decks and cabin, custom cover, 6 sails, self tailing winches, 3 anchors, windlass, radar, GPS, Dickinson stove, Volvo diesel, all electrical and plumbing redone, all systems first rate and in excellent condition. Includes classic “Sunkist” dinghy. Located on Orcas Island. Asking $45,000. Many extras; for a complete list and photos: (360) 317-5206 or peterolesen@msn.com.

1989 J/35 Max Q is the best J/35 available. Vacuum formed hull by TPI. Autohelm, Sailcomp, Ockam instruments, chartplotter. ABS/LLOYDS plaque on hull. ST winches, ESPAR, Battcars, Quantum Fusion sails, Dynema Warpspeed running rigging, carbon fiber spinnaker pole. Doublers, new lifelines, gates, furling, shore power, new Jefa Delron rudder bearing, keel faired, bottom paint 2014. Stunning varnished custom interior. 28 hp Yanmar, low hours. Freshwater cruiser. $47,800. (503) 793-2442 or larry.landgraver@eoff.com

1992 CREALA 40 W.I.B. Crealock designed performance cruising cutter. 40’, double-ender, fin keel, skeg hung rudder. Aesthetic. Well maintained, upgraded, and extensively cruised by one caring owner. Very good to new condition throughout and cruising equipped. Located in the Western Caribbean. $110,000. Email tillsonds@yahoo.com

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42’ MONK MOTORSAILOR Winner best motorsailor Victoria Classic boat show 2014. Cedar on oak, bronze fastened. 95 hp. diesel. Sails & full winter cover by Schattauer. 2 staterooms and 2 heads. Comfortable family cruiser. $95,000. Contact (206) 550-9523 or traditionalboat@gmail.com 5800

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2009 HUNTER 36 Freshwater boat just arrived, looks new. Outfitted to cruise Pacific Northwest. Full Raymarine electronics, fully enclosed cockpit, Webasto heater, winter cover. 2015 upgrades include: bottom paint, AGM batteries, mainsail, and high amp alternator. SEE FULL DETAILS: http://tinyurl.com/36Hunter or call (509) 599-5549. Asking only $134,900.

16’ SLIDER CATAMARAN Expertly built in 2014 from plans by Ray Aldridge. Sailed one time and performed beautifully. Includes new sail, all rigging, and trailer. Asking price is $5000. Contact rodgerslg@gmail.com 5900

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PROVEN BLUEWATER BEAUTY $45,000 43’ Nereia Ketch, 1983, looking for her next captain to continue her adventuring life. Comfortable liveaboard, equipped for cruising. Refrigeration/ freezer, watermaker, solar/wind generation, ample storage. Fiberglass hull, full keel/rudder, Yanmar 20 hp engine. Sleeps 2-3, open plan. Moored in Poulsbo, WA. (206) 992-1450 or rocketbw20@gmail.com. More info and photos at http://nereiaketch.weebly.com/ 5884

1981 WAUQUIEZ GLADIATEUR 33 Built for offshore this Gladiateur is in great shape. Re-powered 2008 460 hrs. New: main and jib, standing/ running rigging, lifelines, Iverson dodger, Force 10 stove/oven and deck non-skid. Along for the ride: Hydrovane self-steering, solar panels, watermaker, electric windlass with 2 remotes, 12 volt refer, upholstery recovered 2015. Radar, 3 GPS, autopilot, and more. $59,900. Call Marc for more details (206) 321-9749. 5848

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FUSION 40 CATAMARAN Lightly used Fusion 40 owned by the manufacturer as a demo yacht. 3 cabin/2 head yacht-owner’s version. Cherry interior accentuated by grey upholstery and Black Sea Corian countertops give this yacht a modern and open feel. Designed and built to cruise with oversized fuel and water capacity, two efficient Yanmar 30 HP engines. Rounding out this yacht are features such as Harken winches, code-0 with bowsprit AND the opportunity to have the builder add other options if required. Great opportunity to purchase a well built, lightly used and well equipped yacht directly from the builder. Price reduced for exchange rate, call for details. (604) 465-1662, bmax242@yahoo.ca 4927

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1984 BENETEAU IDYLLE 11.5M 38’ Beneteau Idylle. Excellent condition for cruising and racing. 50 hp Perkins diesel, new sails, new dodger, autohelm and much more. Located Brownsville, WA. $59,000. Contact emcrim219@gmail.com

TAYANA 37 PILOTHOUSE 1981 Proven off shore cruiser. New bottom paint. Aluminum mast. No teak deck. Cruise equipped and liveaboard ready. Numerous upgrades. Located in San Diego, $79,000. For detailed portfolio and photos go to http://www.tayana37ph.com/

1981 SEABIRD 37 CUTTER Well maintained cruiser, newer sails and winches, 400 hours on 2011 Isuzu diesel, Webasto hydronic heating, 2013 shipyard hull fairing, asking $46,500 USD. Contact seabird37@sailcruise.net

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1976 C&C 27 Classic weekend cruiser or racer. Well maintained by caring owner. New standing and running rigging. New Quantum sails. Ready to go. $15,000. For details contact lacivinnie@gmail.com 5892

1999 MASON 44 One owner, beautifully maintained, built for cruising, open salon. B&G, Raytheon, Furuno, Icom, ACR, North Sails, Harken furler and blocks, Lewmar winches, 56hp Yanmar, CQR w/ 350’ HT chain, and Fortress anchors. Dodger, bimini, sailcover, cushions. Hauled 7/15. $315,000. (562) 690-3709, ward.ferguson@yahoo.com

CAPE GEORGE 36 HULL & GEAR Cape George 36 hull in good condition. Built in water/ fuel tanks, ballast (10,500 lbs lead), Volvo MD3b with top end rebuild, standing rigging (Stayloc), deck and halyard winches. Wood mast and boom, sails, misc. Needs new deck and house (rotten). $5,000 (salvage price of lead). As is, where is, in Bellingham, WA. (360) 671-1279. 5894

ATKINS ERIC JR. LOA 30’, LOD 25’2”, LWL 21’6”, beam 7’7”, fractional sloop 378 sq. ft. (main 262 sf, jib 116 sf, plus 130% genoa). Displacement 7,000 lbs, ballast cast iron 3,500 lbs, full keel. Yanmar 9 HP, model 1GM10. Built in 50s, Port Orford Cedar over White Oak frames. Completely restored 2002-2006. $17,500 OBO. Call or text Bill, (206) 200-8194 5877

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1986 ERICSON 32 Rebuilt diesel, 21 hrs. 6’3 headroom, dodger, Espar, CNG stove/oven [safer], hot water, Shaft Seal, Campbell prop, cockpit speakers, full batten main, lazy jacks. $36,000 CAN. More info: montyembree@gmail.com 5903

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PASSPORT 42 1988 Proven bluewater cruiser, meticulously maintained. Cutter rig. Moderate displacement, seaworthy, responsive, extraordinary stowage. Superb teak below. More information at http://gfdm.net/passport42forsale Asking $146,500. 5861 WWW.48NORTH.COM

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36’ Catalina - 1983 A classic sloop, this vessel has the standard layout with two cabins, she also comes with furling genoa, newer mainsail, cabin heat, ice box with electric conversion, Raymarine E7-D chartplotter and digital radar, Std Horizon VHF with AIS receiver. Survey available on request.. ................. $32,500

(800) 677-7245 Brokerage@sanjuansailing.com San Juan Sailing ~ Bellingham, WA 75

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1979 FAST PASSAGE 39 Bluewater cruiser. Roller furling foresails, original mainsail. Rigging in good shape. Diesel engine recently serviced with 5900 hours. New dinghy with 2008 8 hp Mercury engine. Bottom paint done in April 2015. $99,999 CAN. Call: (250) 354-3376.

1991 CATALINA 42 Excellent clean condition. Lots of new/er equipment. Digital instruments, inverter, furnace, batteries, TV, sound bar. Full enclosure, max prop. Must see. (253) 318-9976

PEARSON ONE DESIGN 26’ Totally restored, the following is new: main, jib, genoa, spinnaker, cushions, standing and running rigging, GPS, stove, tanks, stereo, Harken deck hardware. 6hp outboard, barrier coat and bottom paint. 2015 racing record: 4 Firsts, 2 Seconds & 1 Third. Ready to race or cruise. $6,995. Jim at Severssales@comcast.net, (360) 903 7788.

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1992 HUNTER 33.5 Schultz family has enjoyed S.V. No Rush for 15 years. Tall rig, shoal draft wing keel. 25hp 3cyl faithfulYanmar. Recently replaced: full batten main, forced-air diesel heat, refer unit, Raymarine autopilot, RIB w/ Honda 2hp. Loc. Brownsville, WA, Marina. $49,500. Contact Jon at (360) 434-1550.

60’ CREALOCK SCHOONER 60’ W.I.B. Crealock designed schooner. Custom built by Peacock Boatworks, Long Beach California in 1997. Steel is Real! Every feature you can name. Comes with slip in Hawaii. Delivered to any port on the West Coast. Captain maintained. Leave tomorrow for only $229,000. For inquiries please email waxbrooke@yahoo.com 5796

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BRUCE ROBERTS 27’ SAILBOAT Comes with trailer. Hull is C-Flex. 6’ 2” headroom, fireplace, and 2 bunks. New main and 8’ sailing dinghy. One experienced owner. Asking $8,000 OBO. Call Dennis (206) 781-7649. 5827

1972 CAL 33 Atomic 4, needs work. Twelve sails, including new North genoa and spinnaker. Needs paint and bottom. Real opportunity for someone with skills. $7,500 obo. Contact patm8198@gmail.com 5816

1985 Farr 50 Fast Racer with a custom cruising interior. Twin wheels, Volvo 80 HP, Hydronic heater, Watermaker, Dual 150 amp Balmar alternators, 2500 Watt inverter, Garmin 5208 with Radar. Loaded with tons of spares. $119,000 OBO. (206) 323-2405 info@marinesc.com Marine Servicenter

2006 JEANNEAU SUN ODYSSEY 45 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 Exceptional condition with double staterooms (custom mattress) and private heads, 76hp Yanmar diesel with 1000hrs, Iverson Dodger, dual Webasto heaters, new Life Line battery banks & cutlass bearing. Rich teak interior with easyliving galley, salon, and cockpit. Complete electronics, autopilot, radar, chart-plotter, main electric winch, and VHF. $225,000. 2006jeanneau45@gmail.com or (360) 920-3888. 5912

1990 ERICKSON 38-200 Beautiful Bruce King design built in Irvine CA. Well equipped, extensive sail inventory, beautiful teak & holly interior, well maintained, Yanmar 3HM35 FWC Auxiliary. Serious Inquiries Only. $80,000 John (206) 849-8936 5869

50’ SEARAKER CENTER COCKPIT, 1977 Ed Monk design, built in Tacoma. Hull #5. Perfect family cruiser. 3 cabins, 2 heads, private owner’s cabin. $99,000. Boat in Mexico. http://bcgypsy44.wix.com/victoria 5640

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36’ STEEL BLUEWATER SAILBOAT 36’ steel cutter, solid bluewater boat, big sister to Moitessiers Tamata, new bottom, equipped and ready for the South Pacific. Lying Port Townsend. For more information, visit svbluewater.com.

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1989 CAPE GEORGE 31 Excellent condition. Max-Prop. Tall rig. Bulwarks rebuilt: cedar core replaced with corecell foam and solid glass. $99,000 CAN. Call Clyde at (778) 558-6394 or Kevin at (604) 290-3676.

Restoration

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1996 JESPERSEN 30 Excellent condition. Keel, complete bottom, pedestal steering in 2013. Plywood hull, foam cored plywood decks and bulkheads, light air performer, proven race record. Yanmar 2GM, Webasto heater, MaxProp, full cover and lots of sail inventory. $25,000. joelsails@gmail.com.

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Dinghies 12’ ROWING/SAILING DINGHY 12’ Gig Harbor Boatworks Pt. Defiance rowing/sailing dinghy. Very good condition with all sailing and rowing parts included. $4,600. Frank@Firmanillc.com or (206) 261-4422 DOWNEAST 45 1977 cruiser/liveaboard with generator, watermaker, heat, life raft, enclosed pilothouse, perkins diesel, great condition. $94,500. (206) 601-1003.

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36’ Catalina - 1988 Full cockpit enclosure, Webasto diesel cabin heat, refrigeration, propane galley, Achilles dinghy, Yamaha 15 HP OB, GPS, laptop with Noveltec, furling genoa, Doyle Stackpack mainsail, radar .........................$39,500 (800) 677-7245 Brokerage@sanjuansailing.com San Juan Sailing ~ Bellingham, WA

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360-779-7762 or 360-509-0178

DEER HARBOR MARINA ON BEAUTIFUL ORCAS ISLAND Year round monthly moorage rate $8.00/ft. Winter monthly moorage rate $5.75/ft (Oct-June). 125 permanent & guest moorage slips, 30-amp power, fresh water, laundry, restrooms/showers, pump-out, gas/diesel. Deli & snack bar; groceries. Whale watching, kayak tours, bike rentals and access to Kenmore Air Transportation.

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MYLAR GENOA Mylar Tape-Drive Genoa, built by UK. Rarely used; great condition. Schattauer condition survey: 6-7 (of 1-10). 766 sq ft; luff 53’ 8”; leech 51’ 11”; foot 30’ 1”; L.P. 28’ 7”. $800 or best offer. Contact (206) 948-0633 or jancampbell46@gmail.com

FOR SALE: HYDROVANE Hydrovane unit model VXA2DL/H/E with stubby vane. Purchased in 2013. Used for one season down to Mexico and back. Excellent condition. $4,000 or best offer. Contact twodfloyds@comcast.net or (360) 791-3122.

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Volume Discounts: • NOAA Charts • Bronze Hardware • Knot Tying Board • Unbreakable Galleyware • Shipmate Stoves • Traditional Rope • Custom Wood Blocks • Nautical Books & Gifts Port Townsend, WA (360) 385-3628 x101 www.woodenboatchandlery.com

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MARINE PUMPOUT STATION Edson Model 286FP-40 Marine Pumpout w/pump, controls, hoses, etc. 110Vac/220VAC. Lightly used for 4 years - replaced by new docks w/central pumpout. Asking $7500. Quartermaster Yacht Club. Bob at (206) 409-0114, or Dennis at (206) 406-2625.

2-Day, 1-Night Cruises Bainbridge Is. to Port Townsend and back. Crewed charters, perfect for 1-2 couples.

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HOME AND MOORING BUSINESS FOR SALE Taboga Island, Panama $395,000 Beautiful 3 bedroom, 4 bath home and thriving mooring business. 2400 sq. ft. Spectacular ocean views. Eight years in business. www.tabogahome.canbyours.com, 011(507)6459-4576 or (507)6442-5712. 5881

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Marine Servicenter

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12 O

44,700

JK3 Yachts

17’ Raider Sport w/Trlr O7

5,900

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24’ Corsair

01 G

38,000

Sail Northwest

19’ Rhodes

2,500

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86 D

55,000

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98 O

7,900

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88 D

49,000

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O9 D

36,900

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91 D

57,500

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12,900

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93 D

59,900

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24,500

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93 O

16,500

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32,000

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63 D

8,000

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13,500

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10,500

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21’ Hunter 216 w/trlr O8 O

14,900

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25’ Beneteau First 25S 15 D

89,900

Signature Yachts

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15 OB

36,900

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09 D

58,000

Sail Northwest

22’ Falmouth Cutter

80 D

49,500

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25’ Seaward w/trlr

00 ~

35,000

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22’ J/70

16 O

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26’ Albin 7.9 w/Trlr

76 D

16,000

Passion Yachts

23’ J/70

14 O

54,000

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00 ~

25,000

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94 E

16,500

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29’ Hunter 29.5

96 D

26’ J/80

00 G

29,900

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29’ J/88

16 D

26’ MacGregor w/trlr 01 O

21,900

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30’ Baba

85 D 59,500 Yachtfinders/Wind

31,500

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30’ C&C

88 D C35,900

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23,900

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16 D

Sail Northwest

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26’ Macgregor w/Trlr 92 O

5,900

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30’ Canadian Sailcraft 88 D

29,000

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14,000

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30’ Catalina

80 D

18,900

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30’ Catalina

79 D

24,500

SEA Marine

(360) 385-4000

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30’ Catalina 30 Mk III 03 D

52,900

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www.signature-yachts.com

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30’ Catalina Tall Rig

80 D

19,999

NW Yachtnet

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30’ Columbia Sport

05 D

49,500

Sail Northwest

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30’ Elite/Kirie

85 D

29,900

26’ Seaward 26/Trlr

16 D 112,500

26’ Niagara 26

81 O

27’ C&C MkIII

76 D C17,500

27’ Cascade 27 Hull#1 78 D

16,500

Passion Yachts

27’ Cascade Sloop

80 D

11,000

NW Yachtnet

27’ Catalina

78 G

7,900

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11 ~ C59,000

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54,900

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79 D

14,900

27’ Island Packet

85 D

32,000

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www.passion-yachts.com

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71 ~

5,950

28’ Alerion 28

06 D

89,000

Sail Northwest

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30’ Farr

96 D

68,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

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81 D

60,000

SEA Marine

(360) 385-4000

30’ Fisher PH Sloop

75 D

89,700

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

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87 D

26,000

Seattle Yachts

www.seattleyachts.com

30’ Hunter

89 D

31,500

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

(206) 285-9563

28’ Hunter 280

96 D

26,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

30’ Hunter

79 D

23,450

NW Yachtnet

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28’ Newport

79 ~

25,000

West Yachts

www.specialtyyachts.com

28’ Oday

79 G

12,500

Passion Yachts

29’ Cal 2-29

75 ~

15,900

29’ CAL Jensen

73 D

29’ Cpt. Blackburn

03 D

29’ Ericson

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30’ Hunter

88 D C37,900

Specialty Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

30’ J/92S

06 D

69,000

JK3 Yachts

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www.yachtfinders.biz

30’ Newport

79 D

9,500

15,900

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

30’ Nonsuch Ultra

84 D

57,000

79,500

SEA Marine

(360) 385-4000

30’ seasprite

84 d

C4,800

78 D

24,000

West Yachts

www.west-yachts.com

30’ Tartan 30C

75 D

18,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

29’ Gulf Island

68 ~

39,900

West Yachts

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30’ Yankee 30 MKIII

75 G

10,500

SEA Marine

29’ Gulf PH Sloop

85 D

29,500

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30’ Hunter

89 D

29,900

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30’ TA SHING BABA ’85.............$59,500 Andastar is particularly well maintained by her owners. Plus, the Baba 30 is a respected, and extremely well built Bob Perry design.

30’ Canadian Sailcraft CS 30 ’88..$29,000 Fritha is an exceptionally clean & well maintained vessel. A comfortable near coastal cruiser or a great little PHRF handicap racer.

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Yr Aux Price

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28’ Bristol Channel Cutter ’77.....$70,000 Lost Gypsy. All new: Yanmar 3GM 30, dodger, cushions, head w/plumbing, B&G instrument package, refrigeration and stove.

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30’ S2 CC w/trailer 77/08 D

39,900

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33’ Hunter 336

96 D C72,900

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30’ Santana 30/30

82 D

19,900

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33’ J/100

05 D

79,900

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80 D

22,500

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12 D 114,500

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31’ Cape George

91 D 140,000

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33’ Nauticat

02 D 195,000

(360) 385-4000

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33’ Nauticat

85 D 77,500 Yachtfinders/Wind

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33’ Nauticat 33

84 D

www.specialtyyachts.com

33’ Newport

86 D 34,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

33’ Salona

16 D

Sail Northwest

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78 D

26,500

Passion Yachts

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31’ Hereshof Cat Ketch 83 D

25,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

31’ J/97 Demo

14 D 149,900

Sail Northwest

31’ Marlow Hunter

15 D

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31’ Pacific Seacraft

88 D

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82,500

SEA Marine Marine Servicenter

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31’ Pacific Seacraft

89 D

75,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

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33’ Yamaha

31’ Pearson

78 D

15,000

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

33’ Hunter

O6 D

89,900

Passion Yachts

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31’ Hunter

84 D

21,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

33’ J/100

06 D

79,000

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

32’ Beneteau O 34

99 D

59,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

34’ Atkins

34 D

17,500

SEA Marine

(360) 385-4000

32’ Bristol

77 D

16,900

Seacraft Yacht Sales

(206) 547-2755

34’ Beneteau First 10R 07 D

86,900

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

32’ Ericson

85 D

35,000

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

34’ Beneteau Oceanis 14 D 139,900

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

32’ Perry Custom

02 D

35,000

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

34’ C&C 34

79 D

24,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

32’ PH Schooner steel 81 D

29,900

West Yachts

www.west-yachts.com

34’ Catalina

88 D

56,000

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

34’ Catalina

91 D

49,000

West Yachts

(206) 547-2755

34’ Gemini 105M

00 D

(206) 285-9563

www.west-yachts.com

98,950

Anacortes www.anacortesyachtsandships.com

32’ TRU

15 D 225,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

32’ Westsail

75 D

45,000

Seacraft Yacht Sales

32’ Islander mkII

78 D

26,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

34’ Irwin Citation

82 D

27,900

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

32’ Sabre

86 D

44,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

34’ Islander

85 D

42,245

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

33’ Brewer

05 D C89,900

Yacht Sales Wst

www.yachtsaleswest.com

34’ Pacific seacraft

90 D

74,000

Seacraft Yacht Sales

(206) 547-2755

33’ Hunter

06 D C89,000

Specialty Yachts

www.specialtyyachts.com

34’ Pacific Seacraft

98 D 130,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

33’ hunter

08 d C109,900

Yacht Sales Wst

www.yachtsaleswest.com

34’ Pollack-Roberts

81 D

23,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

33’ Hunter 33.5

92 D

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

34’ Tartan

07 D C214,900

Yacht Sales Wst

www.yachtsaleswest.com

54,900

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34’ TartanT34-C

78 D

39,900

NW Yachtnet

34’ Taylor-Rhodes

54 D

29,500

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

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36’ Phil Rhodes

48 G

19,500

SEA Marine

(360) 385-4000

36’ Sceptre

79 D

45,000

West Yachts

www.west-yachts.com

www.nwyachtnet.com

(206) 285-9563

35’ Baba by Ta Shing 84 D 125,000

West Yachts

www.west-yachts.com

36’ Solaris Sunrise

93 2D 105,000

Waterline Boats

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35’ Beneteau First 35 15 D 219,900

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

36’ Swan

89 D 169,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

35’ Beneteau Oceanis 15 D 188,500

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

36’ Union Cutter

81 D

63,900

NW Yachtnet

35’ Catalina

03 D C133,900

Yacht Sales Wst

www.yachtsaleswest.com

36’ Union Cutter

80 D

39,900

Passion Yachts

35’ Catalina 355

Seattle Yachts

www.seattleyachts.com

36’ J/111

11 D 259,000

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

35’ Hunter

02 D

84,900

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

36’ Pearson 367

82 D

54,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

35’ Huntingford Cust 85 D

29,500

Marine Servicenter

45,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

D 266,052

www.marinesc.com

37.5’ Hunter-50%

98 D

35’ Island Packet Cat 93 2D 139,500

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

37’ Banshee Cat

88 G 109,500

Yachtfinders/Wind

35’ J-Boats J-35

84 D

32,500

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

37’ C&C 37 MkII

84 D C58,900

Specialty Yachts

35’ J/105

01 D

88,900

Yacht Sales Wst

www.yachtsaleswest.com

37’ Cooper

85 D

74,500

35’ J/109

07 D 167,900

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

37’ Endurance PH

79 D

35’ J/35

84 D

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

35’ J/35

89 d C35,900

Yacht Sales Wst

www.yachtsaleswest.com

35’ Salona 35

16 D

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

35’ Wauquiez Pretorien 85 D

86,500

30,000

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

www.passion-yachts.com

www.bellhaven.net

www.yachtfinders.biz

www.specialtyyachts.com

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

44,900

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

37’ Island Packet 370 08 D 310,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

37’ J/Boat

90 D 84,500 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

37’ Jeanneau SO

01 D

92,000

www.yachtfinders.biz

www.nwyachtnet.com

37’ Marlow Hunter

15 D

Specialty Yachts

www.specialtyyachts.com

www.swiftsureyachts.com

Yachtfinders/Wind

35’ Beneteau First 35 11 D 169,900

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

37’ Sweden 370

95 D 167,000

Swiftsure Yachts

35’ C&C mkII

74 D

35,000

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

37’ Tartan 37

80 D

45,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

35’ Ericson 35-2

71 G

24,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

37’ Tartan 37

80 D

47,900

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

36’ Bavaria

05 D C139,900

Yacht Sales Wst

www.yachtsaleswest.com

37’ Tartan 3700

03 D 175,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

(206) 547-2755

37’ Wauquiez Chance 74 D

37,900

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

36’ Cape Geo. Cutter 75 D

99,000

Seacraft Yacht Sales

36’ Cape George

79 D

92,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

36’ Cape George

75 D 109,900

Cape George

36’ Catalina

85 D

46,900

Marine Servicenter

36’ Catalina

84 D

37,500

NW Yachtnet

36’ Catalina

83 D

32,500

36’ Catalina

88 D

36’ Catalina

95 d

www.bellhaven.net

37’ Endeavour

79 D

45,000

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

www.capegeorgecutters.com

37’ Hunter 37.5

92 D

69,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

www.marinesc.com

38’ Alajuela

77 D 124,000 Anacortes www.anacortesyachtsandships.com

www.nwyachtnet.com

38’ Alajuela

75 D 129,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

San Juan Sailing

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38’ Alajuela 38

77 D

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

39,500

San Juan Sailing

www.sanjuansailing.com

38’ Alerion 38

16 D

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

C95000

Yacht Sales Wst

www.yachtsaleswest.com

38’ Baltic 38 DP

85 D 119,500

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

36’ Catalina 36 MK II 05 D 105,000

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

38’ Baltic DP

87 D 105,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

36’ Freedom

88 D

55,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

38’ Bavaria

08 D C179,900

Yacht Sales Wst

www.yachtsaleswest.com

36’ Herreshoff

48 D

29,500

SEA Marine

(360) 385-4000

38’ beneteau First

92 d

C85900

Yacht Sales Wst

www.yachtsaleswest.com

36’ Hunter Vision

94 D

52,800

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

38’ C&C

86 D

55,000

www.bellhaven.net

36’ Islander

72 D 29,950 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

38’ C&C

79 D 43,500 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

36’ J/112e

16 D

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

38’ C&C 115

06 D 170,000

Swiftsure Yachts

36’ Jeanneau SO

90 D

49,900

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

38’ Cape George

91 D 157,500

36’ Lancer

84 D 35,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

38’ Catalina

83 D

36’ Morgan

75 D

38’ Catalina 380

36’ Morris Justine

85 D 217,500

19,900

Seattle Yachts Swiftsure Yachts

www.yachtfinders.biz

www.seattleyachts.com

www.swiftsureyachts.com

January 2016

69,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.swiftsureyachts.com

Cape George

www.capegeorgecutters.com

32,000

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

96 D

99,950

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

38’ Catalina/Morgan 93 D

89,900

Seattle Yachts

www.seattleyachts.com

www.48North.com

info@west-yachts.com 1019 Q Ave. Suite D Anacortes, WA

360-299-2526

West Yachts is Selling Boats! Quality Listings Wanted!

26' MacGregor '01 w/trlr.......... $21,900

28' Newport '79......................... $25,000

29' Ericson '78........................... $24,000

29' Gulf Island '68..................... $39,900

30' Catalina '80.......................... $18,900

32' Kettle Creek Steel PH '82..... $29,900

34' Catalina '91.......................... $49,000

35' Baba by Ta Shing '84.......... $125,000

36' Sceptre '79........................... $45,000

38' Hans Christian '80............... $39,000

39' Beneteau Oceanis 390 '90... $79,000

43' Nauticat PH ketch '83........ $130,000

22' Devlin Surf Scoter '92.......... $47,000

25' Rosborough & trlr '06.......... $93,000

26' Nordic Sport Tug '81............ $59,000

31' Camano Gnome '95............. $89,500

31' Albin Custom Express '01... $149,000

32' Nordic Tug '90................... $138,000

32' Nordic Tug '91..................... $85,500

37' Nordic Tug '08................... $387,500

42' Nordic Tug '05................... $460,000

43' Albin Tri-cabin '89.............. $119,900

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25' Seaward w/trailer '00........... $35,000

42' Symbol Classic Trawler '00.$224,000

44' DeFever Motor Yacht '83... $149,900

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January 2016

E l l i o t t B ay y a c h t S a l E S

51’ Herreshoff Ketch “Irene”

40’ S&S Loki “Irolita”

46’ S&S “Loon”

45’ Hardin “Paragon”

38’ Moody “Escapade Plus”

Sail liStingS 46’ S & S ’61 ........................$75,000 45’ Hardin XL ........................$89,500 44’ Nordic ’80 ...................$124,500 44’ Nordic “Serenade”

40’ Hinckley B-40 “Freya”

40’ Hinckley B-40 ’70 ..........$169,500 40’ S & S Loki Yawl ’53 ..........$75,000 40’ Hunter 40.5 Legend ’94 ...$75,000 38’ Moody ’02 ....................$175,000 38’ TaShing Panda ’83...........$84,900

38’ TaShing Panda “Morgen”

35’ Hallberg-Rassy “Queen Charlotte”

35’ Hallberg-Rassy ’74 ...........$35,000 34’ Catalina ’88 ....................$56,000 34’ Catalina ’89 ....................$43,500 34’ Taylor/Rhodes ’59 ...........$29,500 30’ Hunter T30 ’89 ................$31,500

34’ Catalina “Shearwater”

34’ Catalina “Pegasus”

Elliott Bay Marina 2601 West Marina Place, Suite D Seattle, Washington 98199

34’ Taylor/Rhodes “Zena C”

30’ Hunter “Anna” January 2016

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55' Christensen PH '02.$349,000

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33' Nauticat MS '84...... $82,500

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35' Huntingford '85....... $29,500

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34' DeFever '80.................$69,000

37' Cooper PH '85........ $74,500 arr w/ an ty

37' Tartan '80................. $47,900

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36' Catalina '85............. $46,900

30' Newport '79..................$9,500

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45' Nauticat 40+5 '85.. $235,000 45' Jeanneau DS '10......$294,500

42' Valiant 42 '93............$209,000

42' Nauticat PH '04.........$439,500

45' Hunter Legend '86... $79,500

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48' Cal 48 '66............... $61,000

49' Jeanneau 49p '07.. $349,500

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30' Sundowner Tug '85.. $69,500

36' Island Packet 360 '14.. $299,852 50' Jeanneau 519 '15/'16.........3 SOLD 47' Heritage CC '79.......... Sale Pending 46' Jeanneau 469 '15....... Sale Pending 44' Jeanneau 44 DS '15/'16......3 SOLD 43' Jeanneau DS '04/'06...........2 SOLD 42' Jeanneau DS '10/'06...........2 SOLD 40' Jeanneau 409 '11-'15.......20 SOLD 40' Nauticat PH '85.....................SOLD 40' Delphia '06...........................SOLD 38' Beneteau First '85..................SOLD 38' Freedom '89..........................SOLD 38' Hans Christian '81.................SOLD 38' Lagoon 380 '01/'00............2 SOLD 38' Nauticat MS '84....................SOLD 37' Jeanneau '02......................2 SOLD 36' Catalina '89/94...................2 SOLD 35' J/109 '03...............................SOLD 35' Jeanneau SO 35 '04...............SOLD 34' Tartan 3400 '06.....................SOLD 34' Jeanneau 349 '16...............4 SOLD 33' Hunter '08.............................SOLD 33' Nauticat MS '85....................SOLD 31' Beneteau '10.........................SOLD 31' Catalina 310 '02....................SOLD 28' Jeanneau 28.1 '96.................SOLD 28' Corsair F28 '02......................SOLD 20' Laser SB3 '08.....Close Out $24,500 14' Weta Tri '10........Close Out $6,500

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January 2016

swiftsure yachts The logbook for January 2016 Sweden’s West Coast has long been a hotbed of boatbuilding activity. Hallberg-Rassy, Najad, Malö, Sweden Yachts and smaller operations in this region have produced exceptional cruising sailboats. The Fantasi 44 Deck Salon built by the lesser known Jacobssons Boatyard is a showcase for this pedigree. Zoe’s interior in satin varnished teak is impeccable, her fiberglass work top notch, and her systems installations clean and well-engineered. Her design by Gabriel Hyman has won accolades: She won Editor’s Choice at the Southampton Boat Show Zoe and David Glenn, then deputy editor of the 2004 Fantasi 44 British magazine Yachting World, described $429,000 her as “100 per cent pure seduction.” Her layout features two comfortable staterooms, a large galley, and raised salon with autopilot remote and engine controls that allow her to be operated safely from below decks in inclement weather. Lockers and storage spaces abound, giving the impression that Zoe is a yacht to be lived aboard. A veteran of Pacific Northwest sailing with a cruise to Mexico under her belt, Zoe shows light use and the care deserving of a fine yacht.

q ua l i t y ya c h t s f r o m s w i f t s u r e ya c h t s . d e ta i l s o n l i n e at s w i f t s u r e ya c h t s . c o m price reduced

Celestial PH 50 • 1996 • $219,000

Pacific Seacraft 40 • 1999 • $245,000

Dubbel & Jesse 50 • 1989 • $285,000

Hallberg-Rassy 43 • 2004 • $450,000 price reduced

Swan 46 • 1984 • $275,000

38 C&C 115 • 2006 • $170,000

Alajuela 38 • 1975 • $129,000

Morris Justine 36 • 1985 • $217,500

Aspen C100 32 • 2014 • $290,000

Perry/Marten Yachts 65 • 01 • $695,000

Hanse 411 • 2004 • $159,000

Outbound 46 • 2008 • $534,500

NEW SAILING YACHTS

for world cruising from Swiftsure Yachts 68 Little Hoquiam 54 TBM 49 Fife 8 Metre 48 Swan 48 C&C 48 Tayana 46 Perry/Norseman 46 Amazon CC 45 Waterline 44 J Boats J/44 43 Custom Perry

2000 $650,000 2005 $599,000 1929 $250,000 1972 $90,000 1973 $248,000 1993 $299,000 1989 $245,000 1991 $250,000 1995 $295,000 1991 $159,000 2001 $259,000

43 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Hunter Legend 42 Roberts PH 40 Jonmeri 37 Sweden 370 36 Swan 36 Grand Banks 35 Nexus 34 Formula 34 Roberts-Pollack 33 J/100

2005 $429,000 1992 $89,000 1994 $141,000 1986 $129,000 1995 $167,000 1989 $169,000 1974 $99,000 2003 $329,000 2007 $169,900 1981 $23,000 2005 $79,900

January 2016

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Cell (253) 509-3819

Happy New Year! Trucker Hats!

• Gray & Navy hat • Olive Green & White hat 1988 42' Classic Canoe Cove Classic semi-displacement yacht, meticulously maintained. $109,000

1986 Jeanneau Sun Legende 41 Owner's version of this classic production boat. $45,000

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57' Carver - 2002 T-635 HP Cummins. Cruise Loaded. Arriving January.

40' Bayliner 4087 Twin Diesels - Arriving January.

36' Catalina - 1988 Full cockpit encosure, Dinghy/OB, Diesel Heat.......................... $39,500

36' Catalina 1983 Newer main, electronics, bottom paint; surveyed................... $32,500

35' Hunter 356 - 2003 Cruise Loaded ........ Arriving January.

34' Hunter 340 - 2000 Cruise Loaded ........ Arriving January.

34' PDQ Powercat - 2006 Twin 100hp Yanmars, 7-14 knots. Two cabins. Cruise Loaded........ $259,500

29' Ranger Tug - 2010 2 cabin, 260hp Yanmar, 8-17 kts, cruise ready..................................$157,500

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January 2016

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Brokerage Sailboat Listings

Boat Type 38’ Ericson

Yr Aux Price Broker Contact Page 81 D 49,925 Anacortes www.anacortesyachtsandships.com 93

Boat Type 39’ Landfall PH

Yr Aux Price 78 D 49,900

Broker Passion Yachts

38’ Hans Christian

80 D

39,000

West Yachts

www.west-yachts.com

40’ Bali 4.0

15 D 277,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

38’ Hans Christian

80 D

86,500

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

40’ Beneteau 400

95 D

Signature Yachts

38’ Hanse 385

15 D 239,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

40’ C&C 121

01 D 199,900

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

38’ Hunter 380

99 D C109,900

Specialty Yachts

www.specialtyyachts.com

40’ Cape George

82 D

49,000

SEA Marine

(360) 385-4000

38’ Hunter Legend

89 D

NW Yachtnet

89,500

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

38’ Moody

02 D 175,000

(206) 285-9563

38’ Morgan

74,500

Contact Page www.passion-yachts.com 84 www.bellhaven.net

www.signature-yachts.com

www.nwyachtnet.com

40’ CS

88 D

(206) 285-9565

40’ Hinckley

70 D 169,500

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

71 D 25,000 Anacortes www.anacortesyachtsandships.com

40’ J/120

98 D 159,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

38’ Nauticat MS

01 D 269,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

40’ J/120

01 D 164,900

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

38’ Nauticat MS

82 D

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

40’ J/122

07 D 329,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

86 D

99,000

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

99,000

Sail Northwest

49,900

98,000

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

38’ Nauticat MS

85 D 139,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

40’ J/Boat

38’ Nauticat MS

80 D

96,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

40’ J/Boat

86 D

38’ Panda

83 D

84,900

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

(206) 285-9563

40’ Jonmeri

86 D 129,000

Swiftsure Yachts

38’ Panda

83 D 89,900 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

40’ Lagoon 400

10 D 398,500

Marine Servicenter

38’ Sabre 386

06 D 243,900

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

40’ Nauticat

85 D 137,500 Yachtfinders/Wind

38’ Sabre 386

07 D 249,900

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

40’ Pacific Seacraft

99 D 245,000

Swiftsure Yachts

38’ Shannon Ketch

81 D

96,000

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

40’ S&S Loki

53 D

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

38’ Ta Shing Panda

86 D 149,900

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

40’ Sabre 402

99 D 120,000

JK3 Yachts

38’ Wauquiez

82 D

75,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

40’ Valiant

77 D

62,900

38’ Wauquize Hood

86 D

64,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

40’ J/120

38’ Cascade 36

75 D

30,000

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

41’ Alden Schooner

38’ Hans Christian

78 D

74,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

39’ Bavaria 39 Cruiser 94 D

85,000

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

39’ Beneteau O 390

79,000

West Yachts

75,000

89 85

www.swiftsureyachts.com (206) 285-9563

90 88 3

www.passion-yachts.com

94 D 129,000

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

99 D 194,500

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

41’ Alerion 41

16 D

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

41’ Beneteau 411

99 D 114,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

www.signature-yachts.com

www.west-yachts.com

41’ Beneteau Oceanis 13 D 265,000

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

41’ C-T PH Ketch

76 D

39,900

NW Yachtnet

39’ Beneteau Oceanis 03 D 118,500

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

41’ Cheoy Lee Offshor 77 D

94,500

Waterline Boats

January 2016

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Passion Yachts

Signature Yachts

2 90

www.JK3yachts.com

39’ Beneteau Oceanis 04 D 119,750

90 D

www.sailnorthwest.com www.swiftsureyachts.com

www.48North.com

www.nwyachtnet.com

(206) 282-0110

43’ Custom World Cruiser 1977 Inspired by Bernard Moitessier’s ‘Joshua.’ Balanced rig, steel, serious world cruiser. $85,000 32’ Nauticat 321 2002 Perfect for year-round cruising in the PNW! Gorgeous interior with two staterooms. $195,000 43’ Hans Christian 1978 Classic bluewater cruiser. Major refit and spacious interior that sleeps 6. $165,000 50’ Grand Banks Europa 1972 Beautiful wooden classic, spacious, twin diesels, range of 1500 nautical miles! $225,000

2201 Skyline Way • Anacortes • 360-853-6402 e ic ed Pr duc e R

38’ Alajuela 1977 Restored from the mast down. Almost everything new......................... $124,000

51’ Beneteau 1993 Electrical and plumbing completely redone., plus diesel heat.......$155,000

42’ Tayana Vancouver 2001 A genuine center cockpit, cutter rigged bluewater beauty....... $275,000

48’ Novatec Fast Trawler 2004 Beautifully finished interior and very low hours..................................... $349,000

44’ Puget Trawler 1978 A sturdy and seaworthy tri-cabin trawler. Excellent care taken.. $94,550

64’ Grand Alaskan 2001 Ready to cruise to Alaska or Mexico. Twin Caterpillar diesels........$738,950

419 Jackson Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-4000 info@seamarineco.com www.seamarineco.com

48’ Nautor Swan 1972 Sparkman Stevens designed, refitted to perfection. Perfect performance cruiser you’ve been waiting for. $235,000

Make SEA Marine your homeport

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Brokerage Sailboat Listings

Boat Type 41’ Choey Lee

Yr Aux Price 78 D 67,500

Broker SEA Marine

Contact Page (360) 385-4000 93

41’ Downeaster

80 ~ 60,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

41’ Fraser

94 D

79,000

Seacraft Yacht Sales

41’ Gulfstar CC

74 D

39,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

41’ Hanse 411

04 D 159,000

41’ Hunter 41 DS 41’ Hunter 410

Yr Aux Price 85 D 74,900

Broker Passion Yachts

Contact Page www.passion-yachts.com 84

42’ Bruckman

06 D 375,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

(206) 547-2755

42’ Catalina

91 D

89,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

www.bellhaven.net

42’ Endeavour

88 D

60,000

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

42’ Hunter

98 D 139,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

05 D 169,500

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

42’ Hunter 420 CC

99 D 117,900

Passion Yachts

98 D 109,900

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

42’ Maple Leaf

76 D

Seacraft Yacht Sales

41’ J/122

08 D 279,000

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

42’ Nauticat PH

04 D 439,500

Marine Servicenter

41’ J/124

06 D 239,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

42’ Nautor Swan 42

85 D 127,500

41’ J/124

07 D 233,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

42’ Roberts PH

41’ Jeanneau

86 D

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

41’ Morgan

88 D C119000

Yacht Sales Wst

www.yachtsaleswest.com

41’ Morgan Classic

87 D

92,000

Passion Yachts

41’ Pearson Rhodes

45,000

www.yachtfinders.biz

Boat Type 42’ Beneteau First

www.yachtfinders.biz

7 85

www.passion-yachts.com

(206) 547-2755

www.marinesc.com

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

94 D 141,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

42’ SK

05 D

inquire

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

42’ Spencer Sloop

66 D

37,500

NW Yachtnet

www.passion-yachts.com

42’ Tayana

01 D 275,000 Anacortes www.anacortesyachtsandships.com

85,000

www.nwyachtnet.com

65 ~

29,900

Seacraft Yacht Sales

(206) 547-2755

42’ Valiant

04 D 270,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

41’ Rhodes Bounty II 59 D

29,500

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

42’ Valiant

96 D 269,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

41’ S&S Yawl

60 D

inquire

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

42’ Valiant 42

93 D 209,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

41’ Salona 41

16 D

www.sailnorthwest.com

43’ Bali 4.3

15 D 357,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

41’ Tartan

73 D 64,500 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

43’ Beneteau

11 D C279,000

Yacht Sales Wst

www.yachtsaleswest.com

41’ Tartan 4100

04 D 259,000

www.JK3yachts.com

43’ Beneteau Oceanis 09 D 199,900

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

43’ Catana 431

00 ~ 379,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

Sail Northwest JK3 Yachts

41’ Tripp Carrol Marin 91 D

64,000

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

41’ Formosa Ketch

76 D

59,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

43’ Custom Perry

77 D 259,000

41’ Freeport

78 D

57,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

43’ Gulfstar

79 D 49,900 Yachtfinders/Wind

41’ Hunter 40.5

93 D

96,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

43’ Hallberg Rassy

05 D 429,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

41’ Newport

83 D

47,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

43’ Hallberg Rassy

04 D 450,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

41’ Yorktown

83 D

21,000

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

43’ Hans Christian

78 D

84,900

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

42’ Beneteau 423

03 D 169,000

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

43’ Hans Christian

79 D

75,000

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

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43’ Hunter 43

96 D 115,000

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

47’ Gulfstar Sailmaster 81 D 149,900

NW Yachtnet

43’ Hunter Legend

92 D

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

47’ Heritage 47

79 D 139,000

Marine Servicenter

43’ J/133

06 D 249,500

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

47’ S&S

61 D

43’ Joshua

77 D

SEA Marine

(360) 385-4000

47’ Vagabond Ketch

79 D 159,000

43’ Mason

84 D 132,500

Seattle Yachts

www.seattleyachts.com

47’ Vegabond Ketch

81 D 127,900

Seattle Yachts

43’ Nauticat PH

83 D 130,000

West Yachts

www.west-yachts.com

48’ C&C

73 D 248,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

48’ Cal

66 D

61,000

Marine Servicenter

(360) 385-4000

48’ Custom Ketch

41 D

60,000

www.passion-yachts.com

48’ J/145

01 D 579,000

JK3 Yachts

48’ J/145

02 D 495,000

Sail Northwest

48’ Nautor Swan

72 D 235,000

SEA Marine

89,000 85,000

43’ Sceptre Pilothouse 86 D 149,900

Signature Yachts

43’ Hans Christian

78 D 165,000

SEA Marine

43’ Polaris Cutter

78 D

Passion Yachts

44’ Beneteau

05 D 219,500 Yachtfinders/Wind

44’ Bruce Rbt Offshore 81 D

89,500 69,000

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75,000

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(206) 285-9563

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

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www.marinesc.com

Anacortes www.anacortesyachtsandships.com

www.JK3yachts.com

www.sailnorthwest.com

(360) 385-4000

44’ Catalina

00 D 229,500 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

48’ Swan

72 D

90,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

44’ Davidson

81 D 75,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

48’ Tayana

93 D 299,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

44’ Fantasi PH

04 D 429,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

48’ Tayana Deck Salon 12 D 529,500

Seattle Yachts

44’ J 44

91 D 159,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

48’ Arthur Tiller Ketch 41 D

Marine Servicenter

44’ Jeanneau

92 D C124,900

Yacht Sales Wst

www.yachtsaleswest.com

49’ Beneteau Oceanis 07 D 270,000

Signature Yachts

44’ Lafitte

84 D

Seacraft Yacht Sales

(206) 547-2755

49’ Burns Schooner

07 D 635,000

JK3 Yachts

44’ Mason

85 D 164,900 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

49’ Fife 8 Metre

29 ~ 250,000

44’ Nautor Swan

73 D

www.yachtfinders.biz

49’ Hunter

09 D C397000

44’ Nordic

80 D 129,000

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

(206) 285-9563

49’ Jeanneau SO 49P 07 D 349,500

Marine Servicenter

44’ Norseman 447

83 D

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

49’ Reinke 15m

96 D 195,000

Waterline Boats

44’ Salona

16 D

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

50’ Beneteau

97 D 179,000 Anacortes www.anacortesyachtsandships.com

45’ Bali 4.5

15 D 412,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

50’ Celestial PH

96 D 219,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

www.signature-yachts.com

50’ Custom Steel

94 D

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

www.yachtfinders.biz

50’ Dubbel

89 D 315,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

(360) 385-4000

50’ Farr 50

85 D 119,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

50’ Hanse 505

14 D 409,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

SEA Marine

74,000 99,500 95,500

Yachtfinders/Wind

59,900

89,000

www.seattleyachts.com

www.marinesc.com

www.signature-yachts.com

www.JK3yachts.com

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

Specialty Yachts

www.specialtyyachts.com

www.marinesc.com

(206) 282-0110

45’ Beneteau Oceanis 16 D 374,995

Signature Yachts

45’ Brewer ketch

78 D

89,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

45’ Coronado

74 D

44,950

SEA Marine

45’ Explorer Cutter

78 D 129,500

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

45’ Hanse 445

15 D

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

50’ Kettenburg

62 D

85,000

45’ Hanse 455

15 D

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

50’ Marlow Hunter AC 15 D

45’ Harden Cust Cutter 81 D 146,500

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

50’ Offshore Cutter FD 78 D 149,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

45’ Hardin

83 D

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

(206) 285-9564

50’ Santa Cruz

81 D 119,000

45’ Herreshoff

82 D 274,900 Yachtfinders/Wind

50’ Valiant 50

02 D 529,500

45’ Hunter CC

07 D C298000

89,500

www.yachtfinders.biz

(360) 385-4000

www.specialtyyachts.com

www.bellhaven.net

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www.yachtfinders.biz

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

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Specialty Yachts

www.specialtyyachts.com

51’ Beneteau Ocdeanis 93 D 155,000

Anacortes www.anacortesyachtsandships.com

45’ Hunter Deck Salon O8 D 229,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

51’ Formosa PH MS 82 D 179,900

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

45’ Hunter Legend

86 D

79,500

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

51’ Herreshoff Bermda 38 ~

90,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

45’ Jeanneau 45 DS

10 D 294,500

Marine Servicenter

52’ Judel Vrnlijk TP52 06 D 425,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

45’ Liberty 458

83 D 168,000

JK3 Yachts

52’ Tayana

90 D 265,500

Seattle Yachts

45’ Nauticat 40+5

85 D 235,000

Marine Servicenter

84 D

45’ Waterline

95 D 295,000

46’ Amazon CC

91 D 250,000

www.marinesc.com

www.JK3yachts.com

www.marinesc.com

54’ Hunter 54

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

46’ Beneteau Oceanis O9 D 299,000

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

46’ Custom Norseman 89 D 245,000

Swiftsure Yachts

46’ Fisher

77 D 199,000

46’ Formosa CC

79 D

46’ John Alden Yawl 39 D 46’ Kanter Atlantic

www.seattleyachts.com

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

54’ Mason CC/TaShing 90 D 359,900

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

54’ Bruce Roberts

85 D

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

55’ Christensen PH

02 D 349,000

www.marinesc.com

www.swiftsureyachts.com

55’ Peterson

82 D 89,900 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

56’ Herreshoff Schner 56 D 215,000

Waterline Boats

64,900

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

56’ Perry Trans Pac

95 D 595,000

JK3 Yachts

43,000

SEA Marine

(360) 385-4000

60’ Salona

16 D

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

www.yachtfinders.biz

62’ Dynamique

92 D 279,000

Yacht Sales Wst

www.yachtsaleswest.com

www.signature-yachts.com

64’ Roberts PH 64

88 D 298,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

www.swiftsureyachts.com

(206) 547-2755

88 D 109,000

46’ Kelly Peterson CC 87 D 199,900

Yachtfinders/Wind Signature Yachts

74,900 79,900

Marine Servicenter

46’ Kettenburg

57 D 25,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

65’ Perry/Marten

01 D 695,000

Swiftsure Yachts

46’ Outbound

08 D 534,500

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

78’ Cheoy Lee

88 D 549,000

Seacraft Yacht Sales

46’ Swan

84 D 275,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

46’ Tayana Pilot House 13 D 574,021

Seattle Yachts

47’ Catalina

08 D C379,900

Yacht Sales Wst

47’ Catalina 470

00 D 229,500

Yachtfinders/Wind

47’ Custom PH

04 D 450,000

Seattle Yachts

47’ Dehler 46

15 D

JK3 Yachts

www.yachtfinders.biz

www.seattleyachts.com

www.yachtsaleswest.com

www.yachtfinders.biz

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Yr Aux Price

21’ Ranger Tug 04 D 17,500 22’ Devlin Scoter 92 D 47,000 22’ Philip Bolger 96 G 34,900 25’ Roseborough w/trl 06 ~ 93,000 26’ Nordic Sport Tug 81 D 59,000 28’ Bayliner Contessa 87 G 9,500 29’ Ranger Tug 10 D 157,500 29’ Ranger Tugs R-29 12 D 170,000 30’ Bayliner 92 G 24,900 30’ Grand Banks 73 D 24,000 30’ Mainship 99 D 49,900 30’ Sundowner Tug 82 D 72500 30’ Sundowner Tug 85 D 69,500 31’ Albin Cust Express 01 D 149,000 31’ Camano Gnome 95 D 89,500 31’ Camano Troll 3 D 129,900 31’ Helmsman Trawler 16 D 294,532 31’ Marlow Mainship 15 D ~ 31’ Marlow Mainship 15 D ~ 32’ Aspen 14 D 290000 32’ Aspen C100 14 D 315,000 32’ Bayliner 3270 87 D 49,500 32’ Carver 3207 84 ~ 29,900 32’ Grand Banks 32 74 D 53,900 32’ Marlow Mainship 15 TD ~ 32’ Nordic Tug 93 D 95,000 32’ Nordic Tug 91 D 85,500 32’ Nordic Tugs 32 88 D 79,000 32’ Coastal Craft 320 02 D 205,000 32’’ Nordic Tug 90 D 138,000 33’ Silverton 330 00 ~ 79,000 34’ CHB 78 D 42,500 34’ Defever 80 D 69,000 34’ Formula 7 G 169900 34’ Glacier Bay 3470 05 D 190,000 34’ Mainship Trawler 34 D 169,500 34’ PDQ 06 TD 259,500 34’ Sea Ray 340 88 ~ 33,900 34’ Tollycraft 72 D 23,500 34’ True North New 15 D 35’ Chapparal 02 TG 70,000 35’ Monk 57 G 39,000 35’ Nexus 3 D 350000 35’ Sunseker Portofino 04 TD 199,900 35’ Vinette 99 D 79,500 36’ Grand Banks 67 D 64,000 36’ Grand Banks 73 D 59,900 36’ Grand Banks 80 D 85000 36’ Grand Banks 74 D 99000 36’ Island Gypsy 86 D 89,500 36’ Lindell 99 D 165,000 36’ Lindell 99 TD 135,000 37’ Cobalt 373 09 TG 275,000 37’ Fountaine Pajot 5 D 239,500 37’ Great Harbour 00 2D 239,000 37’ Marlow Mainship 15 D ~ 37’ Nordic Tug 2 D 299,900 37’ Nordic Tug 08 D 387,500 37’ Nordic Tug 04 D 325,000 37’ President Aft Cabin 87 D 74,900 37’ Trojan Express 87 G 34,500 38’ Comfort 84 D 75500 38’ Nordlund Trawler 66 D 45,000 38’ Trojan Sea Voyager 68 G 54,500 38’ True North New 15 D 39’ Nordic Tug 15 D ~ 39’ Silverton 392 00 D 129,900 97 D 93,900 40’ Bayliner 4087 40’ Puget Trawler 78 D 79,000 40’ Puget Trawler 78 D 120,000 40’ Raider 05 D 215,000

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2016 Jeanneau 419 #72346: $265,869 - Save $13,400

2016 Jeanneau 519 #Order: $498,589 - Save $13,455

2014 Blue Jacket 40 #004: $298,839 - SAVE $186,750

4 Sold!

7 Sold!

LIQUIDATION SALE!

2016 Jeanneau 349 #72208: $164,989 - SAVE $10,946

2016 Jeanneau 44 DS #72180: $336,929 - Save $15,920

2014 Island Packet 360 #018: $299,852 - SAVE $110,100

West Coast Debut!

2016 Jeanneau 54 #72332: $652,789 Save $14,250!

Lagoon 400: Pre-owned 2010 $398,500 New: 380 S2, 39, 400 S2, 42, 450, 52, 560 S2 & 620

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ANACORTES, WA. FACILITIES 700 28th St. & 2417 “T” Ave.

• Full Service Boatyard - Customize your Ride! • Ship’s Store - Raymarine Electronics, AB Dinghies & more... • Dry Storage - Indoor & Outdoor, very low monthly rates • New & Used Yacht Sales - Sail & Power SEATTLE SALES OFFICE • In-House Warranty Service & Support Meet Our Expert Service Personnel CenturyLink Field Event Center Concourse Level #2133

2 Sales Locations: Seattle (Westlake - Lake Union) In-water & Anacortes Dry Sales office. Let us help you achieve your dreams! Fitting customers to boats for 38 years - Sales, Service and much more!

Since 1977

1-877-215-0560 (Toll Free) | www.marinesc.com | info@marinesc.com Seattle - Sales: 2442 Westlake Ave. (206) 323-2405 | Anacortes - Sales, Dry Storage & Yard (360) 293-9521 98

Huge selection of New & Used Boats at Our Lake Union Sales Dock & Anacortes Dry Sales Lot. See our brokerage ad on page 89 January 2016