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Alaska Cruising: You Can Do It!
Insight into the experience, preparing your boat and your mind. By Marty McOmber
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Destination Southeast
Highlights of the hotspots, including Glacier Bay and more. By Andy Cross
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How R2AK Changed My Life
The trip of a lifetime has reverberating effects on land and sea. By Nate Rooks
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Artist’s View – Secrets of the Salish Sea
Plainfin Midshipman: A fish that can light-up and sing. By Larry Eifert
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Halcyon Wandering
Outrunning a Bering Sea low on Dogbark!. By Becca Guillote
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Galley Essentials with Amanda
Culinary delights along Spain’s exquisite Costa del Sol. By Amanda Swan Neal
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How-To: Love Thy Diesel, Part 2
The foundations of regular, long-term engine maintenance. By Alex and Jack Wilken
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Lessons Learned Cruising
The world is the classroom and everyone should be a student. By Jamie and Behan Gifford
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48° North Race Report
Protection Island, Vashon Island, and Race to the Strait.
ON THE COVER: Grand Soleil 39, Yahtzee, at anchor in Reid Inlet, Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve. Photo courtesy of Andy Cross THIS PAGE: Photo courtesy of Andy Cross
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Editor DISCOVERING ALASKA
In most ways, and compared to many places on earth, Alaska's history is recent. In a geopolitical context, it became the 49th state in just 1959. That’s recent enough that some of you reading this may remember when this happened. Its “discovery” by Danish explorer, Vitus Bering, in the mid 1700s and initial mapping by the prolific Captain Cook didn’t take place until long after the book had been officially closed on the Age of Discovery. On the other hand, the first humans ever to inhabit the Americas experienced Alaska before they would set foot anywhere else on either continent. They came via the Bering Land Bridge during the most recent Ice Age. This migration took place between 15,000 and 10,000 years ago, according to the Alaska Public Land Information Centers. Maybe Alaska isn’t so young, after all. Whatever the millennium, what person isn’t overwhelmed by awe and the spirit of discovery when they experience Alaska for the first time? It’s a place so grand and dynamic, I have lost count of the number of international sailors who have told me they’ve sailed the globe and Alaska is easily the most beautiful place to cruise... IN THE WORLD! To sailors around the Pacific Northwest and beyond, Alaska has unparalleled cruising mystique and gravitational pull. I’m not sure there’s a cruising sailor I know for whom a voyage to Alaska isn’t high on the list. The dream of pointing your trusty ship northward, setting a close-hauled course (because in this fantasy, we’re in a high pressure system with warm sunshine and stiff, sailable northwesterlies) through the storied straits of Georgia, Johnstone, and Hecate, and venturing in a land of grandeur and glaciers that is positively teeming with life – it is PNW perfect. This depiction seems so timeless, in fact, that it’s hard to imagine there’s ever been another way to experience Alaska under sail. This, of course, couldn’t be further from the truth. I recently came across an article written in the Anchorage Daily News that brought this idea home. Tim Troll, the author and Executive Director of the Bristol Bay Heritage Land Trust, illuminates a fact that upon hearing it makes complete sense: since just a few years before Alaska became a state, all fishing in Alaska was done in sailboats. The notion seemed incongruous, considering my proximity to the power-driven Alaska fishing fleet for whom Ballard is the home port. But, of course people had to sail to go fishing. The fishing boats of choice in Alaskan waters were also developed close to home – in the Columbia River. These gaffrigged double-ended open boats were sailed by a hardy pair in waters that today elicit something between respect and terror from salty seafarers in much more robust craft. What skilled sailors these fishermen must have been! While my pleasure cruising fantasy takes place in a sturdy, cozy, modern sloop, others continue to choose alternative ways to ply the magnificent waters among the Alaskan fjords. One can’t help but make the connection between those resolute Bristol Bay sailing fishermen and the brave and brazen folks that will accept the challenges of the Inside Passage in hopes of making it to Ketchikan in boats even smaller and more exposed during this year’s annual Race to Alaska. Safe journeys, friends!
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Letters Exploration Inspiration
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Hi Joe, I was a regular reader of your magazine for years and was always inspired by the people who wrote in from far away. I am one of them now. Last May, on the morning of my birthday, I took off from Sinclair Inlet Marina in Port Orchard on my Tayana PH37 Morwena. My first ocean passage (I had never sailed outside of Puget Sound) was from Neah Bay to Hiva Oa in French Polynesia. After three wonderful months in French Polynesia, I sailed to West Samoa and then up to the Marshall Islands where I am presently.
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Small Budget, Big Fun on Classic Plastic
Hi Joe, This is Dan Tedrow on the Cal 2-34, Resolute. Too cool you guys featured our boat on the cover of the April issue. What a great day on the water that was. We were in the zone and totally focused on racing, except our lazy foredeck who slacked on getting the butt end of the pole up...! Kidding, of course. While we’re not anywhere close to the fastest boat, rating 183, we have a ton of fun competing against the big boys on a shoestring budget with a fantastic crew. Nothing teaches you how to sail like racing, and I wish more cruisers would get out there. I always hear that cost is an issue with racing. Well, we’ve got a great main and #2 Genoa from a local sailmaker, but most of our other sails are from 1976 or used. In fact, the headsail we used for this race was purchased for $100 from the Sea Scouts. Hopefully we’ll see some more classic plastics out this season. Someday, maybe we’ll even have a Cal 34 one-design fleet, although I’m not holding my breath. Cheers, Dan Tedrow S/V Resolute – “Slow, cold, and awesome”
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R Blake Island, Tri Island #3 Third in the three-part series www.seattleyachtclub.org
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R Summer Vashon presented by Tacoma Yacht Club www.tacomayachtclub.org
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E Round Mercer Island Fun Sail a Hobie-affiliated event open to all multihulls www.hobiediv4.org
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C About Boating Safely (Bainbridge) Taught by USCG Auxiliary. Get WA State Boaters Card, (206)842-2306x118 www.biparks.org,
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R Fal Joslin Race presented by Port Madison Yacht Club www.portmadisonyc.org
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R Lasqueti Island Race presented by Schooner Cove Yacht Club www.scyc.ca
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R Decades Night at Duck Dodge 50s, 60s, 70s, Lake Union summer fun http://www.duckdodge.org
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R Downtown Sailing Series Begins Casual racing and party at Elliott Bay Marina. www.downtownsailingseries.com
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E The Ruckus Celebrate three races – Seventy48, Classic Mariners Regatta, and R2AK – with one awesome party. Meet the racers, see the boats, get a tattoo! www.r2ak.com/ruckus R Race to Alaska Begins Tracker junkies unite for the phenomenon that is this non-motorized race from Port Townsend to Ketchikan, NW Maritime Center www.r2ak.com
3-14 C Captain’s License Class, Tacoma Contact Flagship Maritime, www.flagshipmaritimellc.com 4
R Crazy Wigs Night at Duck Dodge Lake Union summer fun http://www.duckdodge.org
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R Leukemia Cup Regatta Hosted by Elliott Bay Marina, this popular event benefits the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. It’s a great sailing event for a fabulous cause. www.leukemiacup.org/wa
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E Shilshole Boat Fest Seas the Bay event for current and future mariners with free boat rides and kid’s mini-lessons. riley.s@portseattle.org
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R Blake Island WSSA #6 presented by Bremerton Yacht Club www.portmadisonyc.org
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R 43rd Desert Regatta presented by Columbia Basin Sailing Club open to trailerable boats with Portsmouth number www.cbsc.info
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R Keelboat One Design Regatta Presented by Bellingham Yacht Club www.byc.org
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R Junior Leukemia Cup Regatta Created by kids, sailed by kids, to help kids. www.seattleyachtclub.org
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15-16 E Bell Harbor’s Classic Weekend Brought to you by the Pacific Northwest Classic Yacht Association and the Port of Seattle riley.s@portseattle.org 15-24 C Captain’s License Course in Sequim American Marine Training www.americanmarinetc.com 17
1-15 R VanIsle360 A 14 day race around Vancouver Island www.vanisle360.com 2
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t Aspiring and Inspiring Sarah Scott Supportive stories and project pictures from her Rawson 30 rebuilt, presented by Puget Sound Cruising Club at North Seattle College, 7:30pm www.pugetsoundcruisingclub.org R Mardi Gras Night at Duck Dodge Lake Union summer fun http://www.duckdodge.org
20-23 E Hunter Rendezvous Telegraph Harbour Marina, Thetis Island, BC www.specialty-yachts.com 21-23 E 19th Annual Jeanneau Rendezvous Cap Sante Marina, Anacortes, WA. Harbour Marina, Thetis Island, BC www.marinesc.com 22
R Point Roberts Race Presented by Bellingham Yacht Club www.byc.org
22-23 R J/Fest Note DATE CHANGE from originally published SARC. Pesented by CYC Seattle www.cycseattle.org 25
R Prom Night at Duck Dodge Lake Union summer fun http://www.duckdodge.org
28-29 R Rock & Roll Regatta Presented by Port of Friday Harbor and 92.9 KISM radio. Great sailing and fun activities for kids. San Juan Airlines will drop a prize over the marina from an airplane. First ten guest boats that arrive on Friday and participate get free moorage on Friday night! www.portfridayharbor.org 28-30 R RS Aero North Americans Presented by Columbia Gorge Racing Association www.cgra.org 29-30 R Martin 242 North Americans Presented by Orcas Island Yacht Club www.oiyc.org 29-30 R San Juan 24 North Americans Presented by Orcas Island Yacht Club www.ohyc.org 29-30 R SIN Regatta Presented by Nanaimo Yacht Club, VIRS 8, VARC. www.nanaimoyc.ca 29-30 R WAVES Regatta Presented by Royal Vancouver Yacht Club, www.royalvan.ca
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R Jack and Jill Race Presented by Bellingham Yacht Club www.byc.org
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R 50th Anniversary Transpac Begins The granddaddy of Hawaii races is turning 50! There’s a big fleet, and some excellent PNW representation https://2019.transpacyc.com
12-14 E Ericson Rendezvous Cap Sante Marina, Anacortes, WA www.ericsonyachts.org 12-14 R 29er US Nationals Presented by Columbia Gorge Racing Association www.cgra.org 13-14 R Summer Regatta Presented by Portland Yacht Club www.portlandyc.org 13-14 R Summer Regatta (VARC) Presented by Vancouver Rowing Club www.vrcracing.org 13
R Women on the Water Presented by Bellingham Yacht Club www.byc.org
20-21 R One Design Regatta Presented by Royal Vancouver Yacht Club, www.royalvan.ca 23-37 R Whidbey Island Race Week Race, party, and play one more time in Oak Harbor. Relive the great memories and make some new ones before the event moves to Point Roberts in 2020! http://whidbeyislandraceweek.com/ 26-28 R Laser Blowout presented by Columbia Gorge Racing Association, www.cgra.org 26-28 R Columbia Gorge One Design (CGOD) presented by Columbia Gorge Racing Association www.cgra.org 27
R Gibsons Regatta Back after almost 20 years! Presented by Sunshine Coast Yacht Club www.scycsailing.ca
August 2019 3-10 E 48° North/Ullman Sails Cascadia Cruising Rally, beginning and ending in Anacortes, headed to the Gulf Islands. www.48north.com/rally 9-11 E PNW Cruisers Party in Everett this year. Tropical rock, boat judging, blind dinghy racing, tallships, and more! www.facebook.com/ groups/166530590653986/ 12-22 C Captain’s License Class, Tacoma Contact Flagship Maritime, www.flagshipmaritimellc.com 13
R 48° North Tropical Night at Duck Dodge It’s your favorite night on the water. Don’t miss this Seattle summer sailing classic. http://www.duckdodge.org
17-18 E Bob Perry Rendezvous Port Ludlow Marina, WA. www.perryboat.com 23-25 E Beneteau Rendezvous Brownsville Marina, Bremberton, WA. www.signature-yachts.com
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Leukemia Cup Regatta
The Ruckus
GO SAILING, SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE > JUNE 8, 2019
BOATS. RACERS. TATTOOS. MUSIC. PARTY! > JUNE 2, 2019 Port Townsend’s Northwest Maritime Center will host an epic party, the infamous Ruckus. This year, it’s not just for R2AK, though – everyone will also be Ruckus-ing in celebration of Seventy48 and Classic Mariners Regatta participants as well. https://r2ak.com/ruckus/
It’s one of the year’s most fun sailing events and all the effort goes to benefit a great cause: cancer research, with proceeds and donations specifically supporting the tireless efforts of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. This year, you can participate by going sailing (you should!), or making a contribution to a participant, a team, or directly to the event (you should also do this!). The sailing takes place out of Elliott Bay Marina and features casual race courses for sailors of all levels. This important event is now entirely volunteer supported – your fellow sailors are making it happen by giving a lot of their time to this event. So join the fun on the water and do something good while you’re at it! MORE INFORMATION, OR TO REGISTER YOUR BOAT OR DONATE: www.leukemiacup.org/
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Salish Sea Expeditions slated to join Northwest Maritime Center Following a board meeting on May 20th, the educational nonprofit Salish Sea Expeditions (SSE) and the Northwest Maritime Center (NWMC) have announced their intention to merge into a single organization. Barring any unanticipated issues, the merger will become effective July 1st. For 22 years, the Bainbridge Island based non-profit Salish Sea Expeditions has provided inquiry based science/sailing programs to roughly 800 students per year on board the 62’ yawl, S/V Carlyn. Executive Director of NWMC, Jake Beattie, sums it up: “I don’t think anyone does science programming better than Salish Sea Expeditions.” The merger was born from two successful organizations looking to improve. “At the heart of this was a desire to reduce overhead and improve program quality and sustainability,” said SSE Board president, Trina Wellman. Not only are the cultures and missions of the two organizations well-aligned, but the timing was also right according to Wellman, “We were in between Executive Directors – a natural time to reconsider how to best deliver our programs. We approached the Maritime Center because of our complementary educational goals and their proven ability to innovate and execute.” The Northwest Maritime Center (NWMC) in Port Townsend is known for taking on large projects; both in education and in the maritime field in general. Its longest running event, the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival is now in its 43rd year. In recent years, NWMC has gained notoriety for the creation of the Race to Alaska, and the offshoot human-powered race between Tacoma and Port Townsend called Seventy48. The NWMC opened its 27,000-square-foot Port Townsend campus in 2009. Beyond its signature events and particularly important for this new affiliation, NWMC has substantial education initiatives for school-aged students; the largest of which being a partnership with Port Townsend public schools to transform the entire K-12 curriculum into the nation’s first maritime-themed school district. As a part of that initiative, this fall the NWMC will be the host institution to the state’s first vessel operations skills center – a regional alternative high school program in which students will gain both a diploma and the skills and certifications to begin a career at sea. 48º NORTH
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The educational and organizational unification between SSE and NWMC has enthusiastic support and all involved are thrilled at the possibilities. Wellman specified, “This is a great step towards our goal of reaching more kids, especially those from under-served communities.” “There are a lot of reasons I’m beyond excited about this merger,” said Beattie, “both by the synergy and generally about how this can help us all get more kids out there and engaged in both sailing and the science of their homewaters. More than ever, the oceans are the key, and for us, that’s the Salish Sea. Creating more connections to it is critical – we can be part of the solution.” Beattie elaborated that like other projects of the NWMC, Salish Sea Expeditions will continue as an “independently identified, structurally integrated” part of the Maritime Center. SSE will retain its name and remain a separate 501 c-3, but there will be a unified board of directors, including Wellman. The existing staff at SSE will be employed by NWMC and continue to be engaged in the meaningful work they’ve always delivered. More information is available about both organizations, including the merger process, on their respective websites: SalishSeaExpeditions.org, Nwmaritime.org (*Full disclosure: since August 2018 NWMC has also been the parent organization of 48° North.)
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New Ownership for Northwest Rigging Anacortes-based Northwest Rigging has been locally owned and operated since it was founded in the mid-1990s by Girts Rekevics. After humble beginnings, it has become one of the Pacific Northwest’s most active rigging businesses in the heart of the Pacific Northwest’s modern maritime mecca. The fullservice shop has built a reputation for quality that new owner, Quinn Olson, summarizes by saying they’re known for “the best damn fittings anywhere. I really believe that.” Olson has been a long-term employee and is excited to help usher in a new era at Northwest Rigging while honoring its history of quality work and great service. Among the other things that make Northwest Rigging unique is the team’s willingness to travel – representatives have gone as far as Portugal and the Phillipines for specific projects, certainly all over the West Coast from San Diego to Alaska. Olson did not grow up sailing. He learned to sail and navigate at the University of Southern California, while earning a Bachelor’s degree in the Natural Science Program. As a part of his education, he spent most weekends sailing to and from Avalon on a 52’ schooner and 36’ Catalina. Shortly after graduation, he began his marine industry career by securing a job standing watch in the race operations center for the Around Alone Race. Olson quickly moved out of the office to work on boats, and over the years has worked for seven singlehanded around-the-world sailors, all of whom finished their races. He went on to work for the mast manufacturer Selden before settling in the Pacific Northwest and working locally as Lead Fleet Captain for Anacortes Yacht Charters and Lead Rigger for Marine Servicenter. Olson worked two tenures as an employee of Northwest Rigging. He was first hired by previous owner, Andy Schwenk, after the centennial Transpac in 2004, which Olson raced on Mark Schrader’s Dancing Bear, a boat he had helped rebuild.
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New owner, Quinn Olson, and his wife, Mandolin.
Schwenk showed up in Lahaina to deliver a boat back to the mainland after the race, met Olson, and hired him on the spot. Olson was his first employee when Schwenk himself was a new business owner. Olson moved on from Northwest Rigging for a time in 2007, which happened to be the year he met his now-wife, Mandolin. He proposed the same year after a gear-busting Round the County Race. Their family of six calls nearby Samish Island home, and owns a Buchan 37. Schwenk coaxed Olson back to Northwest Rigging in 2014, and the two worked together until the business transfer was finalized this month. Schwenk is one of the more recognizable professionals in the marine industry, and will be well known to readers of 48° North as a frequent contributor. He had owned Northwest Rigging since 2004 and has been a trusted mentor for Olson, who describes him as “the best boss I ever had.” Olson jumped at the opportunity when Schwenk expressed interest in selling the business in December of 2018. The swaging machine is the backbone of the business, and it’s the original that Rekevics bought when he started the business. However, Olson pointed out the wall of line spools and indicated that these and the splicing table balance the swaging activity. He excitedly elaborated that they’ll be adding more line and high tech splicing services as time goes on. Of these and other changes, Olson says changes will be evolution, not revolution. Olson has been active as an instructor at Skagit Valley College, and brings a teacher’s spirit both to his staff and his clients. It’s obvious in his interaction that he’s an eager and highly-skilled technician and is proud of his craftsmanship. As he helps Northwest Rigging evolve, he won’t be alone. The rest of the staff is staying on to work for Olson and continue the Northwest Rigging legacy. JUNE 2019 18
Swiftsure Yachts Announces Two Yacht Brokers Joining the Team
Brad Baker and Ryan Helling on several competitive racing programs. He even helped Brad deliver his own boat Capaz back from Hawaii. Today, he owns a C&C 36 which he shares with two other families. Kurt says, “Being on the crew at Swiftsure is a great fit. I get to use my lifetime of sailing to help others put out to sea.”
Kurt Hoehne and Bill Niedringhaus are joining the team of yacht brokers at Swiftsure Yachts. Bringing sailing experience, as well as knowledge in boat systems and yacht design, Kurt and Bill are eager to help sailors of all levels find the vessel that is right for them and their sailing aspirations. Niedringhaus will be based in Anacortes and the San Juan Islands, and Hoehne will be located at Swiftsure’s Seattle office on Lake Union.
BILL NIEDRINGHAUS > Growing up on San Juan Island, water was and is a way of life. As a child, the San Juan Island Sailing Foundation gave him access to the water. Following high school, he moved off the island to join the Seattle racing community and enrolled in Seattle Maritime Academy, which led to an opportunity with Island Tug and Barge of Seattle. Concurrently, he was invited to start sailing with local Transpac 52 programs, and that experience gave him his first taste of Grand Prix racing and traveling for sailing. While at a regatta on the east coast, Bill secured a job assisting a race program and since then has been involved in an impressive number of racing teams and organizations. He has worked across the marine industry as a yacht manager, owner’s representative, AB, Mate, Engineer, project manager, program manager, helmsman and boat captain on everything from 900-foot oil tankers to custom carbon purpose-built yachts. He also ran a Race to Alaska (R2AK) campaign on Mama Tried (a custom 28-foot trimaran). Bill is grateful to call this maritime community home and looks forward to meeting fellow boaters on the dock or along the way to their next destination.
KURT HOEHNE > Kurt’s personal sailing story began pre-birth as his dad sailed his mom across Lake Mendota to the hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. It was a scheduled C-section, so, why not deliver the mom-tobe via a 17-foot Silhouette? Kurt grew up sailing on the Great Lakes, both racing and cruising, an activity that afforded invaluable uninterrupted family time, which he considers one of the greatest benefits of sailing. When he moved to the Northwest, Kurt worked for Alaska Diesel Electric; then as a columnist and later as editor for Northwest Yachting magazine. He continues to freelance for both national and regional magazines. In 2016, Kurt established Sailish.com, which covers regional racing, weather, North size and48° environmental concerns for sailors. Kurt has had the good fortune to sail with Swiftsure partners 7.25" x 4.625"
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wishing to make miles under sail in our region is accustomed to paying attention to the tides and currents. Traditionally, current prediction charts for cruisers, racers, and kayakers were available only through awkward, slow lookups requiring two separate paper books. Based on data from the Canadian Hydrographic Service, current reference tables had to be repurchased every year in order to use the predictions. Recently, multiple savvy cruisers have reported they’d given-up this whole effort completely because it was just too much work for too little gain. A modern solution to this problem has come to market this month, a powerfully visual current prediction app called PNW Current Atlas that works both with and without an internet connection. It was developed by avid Seattle sailor and former Microsoft developer, David Jade. Jade recognized the need for a more user-friendly presentation of detailed, accurate tidal current prediction information on an early cruise with his wife, Kathleen. “When we started sailing, we struggled to get a handle on how long it takes to get somewhere,” said Jade who now owns and cruises a J/35c called Shadowfax. “On a slower boat (like just about all sailboats), this can mean the difference between showing up in the afternoon or after dark (if you get it really wrong). Get the planning wrong and your 6 knots of boat speed drops to 2 or 3 knots.” PNW Current Atlas eliminates the need to use the two-book combination of the printed reference book and a printed chart. “I made this app because I find the Canadian current charts to be a useful and likely underused resource.” But, it’s not just about convenience. “Currents around islands are rarely straightforward or intuitive. Reading them wrong can get you into trouble,” Jade explained. PNW Current Atlas has a number of 20
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At its launch, the prediction charts are available for the San Juan Islands, the Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca, and the Gulf Islands. More regions will be developed in the future, with the northern part of the Strait of Georgia coming by the end of this year. PNW Current Atlas has licensed the data from the Canadian Hydrographic Service. Although there’s a symbiotic collaboration between the two entities, PNW Current Atlas is an independent company. These predictions are not replacements for the official Canadian Tide and Current Tables, which are the only official tidal predictions for Canada. Always consult official tide and current prediction sources before making navigational decisions. The app for Apple and Android devices costs $19.99, which includes annual prediction updates. More information at www.tinyoctopus.net. JUNE 2019
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The vaquita porpoise has the most restricted range of any marine cetacean, being found only at the northern end of the Gulf of California in Mexico, also known as the Sea of Cortez.
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Aid to navigation Cargo thrown overboard in an emergency 8 Call off 9 Determine position, course, etc. 10 Sea affirmatives 12 Where the river meets the sea 15 Sudden bursts of wind 17 Richmond's state 18 Making a knot 20 Arrangement of line and blocks to hoist a sail 23 Exist 24 Ship team 25 Landlubbers stay on ___ land 26 Floating platform with no means of propulsion 28 Calm periods 29 Away from the direction of the wind 31 ___maran 32 Regulus' constellation 33 Center of a storm 34 US Coast Guard publication containing current updates on charts
There are six species of porpoises that are distinguished from dolphins by the lack of beaks, have smaller flippers, and have spadeshaped teeth rather than conical teeth. The harbor porpoise is the only porpoise found in Europe.
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Sketches and story by Larry Eifert
Both male and female midshipman sing their songs during courtship or while fighting, but the male’s courtship call is more a prolonged hum. Sometimes it can go on for over an hour without a break. This is produced using muscles in its modified swim bladder. Fish have internal ears but they don’t exactly ‘hear’ sounds like we do. Instead, they pick up vibrations coming through the water – which is what these midshipman are doing to find each other. When a male makes its song that’s somewhat like a radio with a short in it, females move towards him, and during mating season in summer, hormones increase the female’s ‘hearing’ so that she can better sense the male’s calls. Next time you’re in a quiet anchorage, put an empty glass to the hull or cabin bulkhead and have a long listen. Hear the midshipman’s siren calling for his true love?
Please allow me to introduce to you, a little fish that lights up and sings! I first heard the singing midshipman while anchored in Glorietta Bay, San Diego – right off the 18th tee. Each night, we’d heard a droning hum that went on for hours. It wasn’t a hummmm, but more a popm, popm, popm and we had no idea what it was. Years later, I was reading about fish and bioluminescence – not the microscopic stuff that lights up our waters in summer, but bigger creatures that light up to attract a mate. The two experiences suddenly came together into one critter, the plainfin midshipman, named for the luminescent ‘uniform buttons’ on its skin. About hand-sized, the southern species of fish ‘light up’ during courtship because they eat a crustacean that has the light-up chemical. The Salish Sea is also home to midshipman, but here that crustacean is not on the menu, so they’re perpetually in the dark.
Larry Eifert paints and writes about the Pacific Northwest from Port Townsend. His large-scale murals can be seen in many national parks across America, and at larryeifert.com. JUNE 2019
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OUTRUNNING A BERING SEA LOW by Becca Guillote
48° North readers know Becca and her husband, John, as young Seattle-based cruisers exploring the world on their Valiant 40, “Halcyon.” They recently completed the Pacific Puddle Jump, but with this being the Alaska Issue, Becca takes us back to summer 2018 when they were cruising the far north with the Esarey clan on “Dogbark!.”
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“DogBark!, with a reefed mainsail and a small jib up, accelerated across the top of the swell, propelled by the following wind, until her bow dropped off the back of a wave with a stomach-dropping shudder.” Islands every few days, stacked one after the other like a row of furious swirling creatures, intent on destroying anything in their path. In other parts of the world, these low-pressure systems are called “hurricanes” and garner hours of news coverage. In Alaska, they are called “Tuesday” and people get on with their lives. Even in the summer, strong cold winds often sweep across the Siberian Arctic to kick up daunting swell and threaten small boats. These storm conditions are magnified in the eastern half of the Sea (the section we sailed), where unusually shallow depths pile waves high into a giant washing machine. From Dutch Harbor to Nome, the water is rarely deeper than 200 feet, and for much of the route, there is less than 100 feet of water under the keel. Without thousands of feet of water to dampen the effects of surface waves, they can stack up quickly and dangerously. I had extra time to research the stormy conditions of the Bering Sea, which did not help my nerves, as we lingered in Dutch Harbor awaiting our weather window. DogBark! was spider-webbed to the dock to wait out a three-day low-pressure system sweeping across the Sea, bringing 30-50 knots of wind and 17-foot swell. We hunkered down, happy to be safely in harbor, and watched the wind meter as it gusted 30, 35 and 40 knots in our protected little basin. As the storm raged, we meandered through “town,” leaning hard into strong gusts of pelting rain on our way to The Norwegian Rat Saloon, the only place in town with internet, or Safeway for a stale cup of coffee. We busied ourselves around the boat with small projects here and there and studied the latest forecasts every few hours. We were not the only boat waiting out the storm; there were five other sailboats with us in Dutch Harbor, which is more than we’d seen since leaving the protection of the Inside Passage. The routes and stories of these boats, suddenly cobbled together and tugging at their dock lines, demonstrated the grit and hardiness required to sail to such a remote corner of the globe. There are no easy cruising routes to Dutch Harbor. Some of the boats had just arrived from Japan, a mostly upwind bash of 10-15 days. One of them had recently been in Antarctica – that is the continent on the other side of the planet – and had sailed to Alaska via Chile, the Marquesas and Hawaii. We awoke on Tuesday anticipating an afternoon departure to give the seas a chance to settle down after the last of the storm blew itself out. But the forecast had shifted while we slept, and the next low-pressure system originally slated to slide JUNE 2019
across the Sea on Friday had sped up and now announced a Wednesday evening arrival. The wind was still blowing but had eased significantly as the last of the storm exhausted itself. The leftover wind was behind us, and if we used that extra breeze to sail fast enough, we could get ahead of the next storm. I had only been vertical for 30 minutes when we made the decision, untangled DogBark!’s dock lines and got underway. We turned out of the inlet that had shielded us from the worst of the storm and were met by big steep swell rolling in from the northwest, setting the precedent for our first days in the Bering Sea. While the swell rolled at us from the northwest, the wind still piped from the southwest. DogBark!, with a reefed mainsail and a small jib up, accelerated across the top of the swell, propelled by the following wind, until her bow dropped off the back of a wave with a stomach-dropping shudder. But she wasted no time wallowing in the trough and would promptly hurtle up the next wave, fast and determined. It was a bit uncomfortable for her passengers, but DogBark! was having a blast. By the following morning, the seas relaxed and the wind died until we were inclined to employ our diesel supply to augment our speed. We had sailed over 200 nautical miles in the first 24 hours, but we still had our eye on the next low-pressure system moving in behind us. Our goal was to be above Nunivak Island, 380 nautical miles north of Dutch Harbor, by Thursday morning. This would push us out of the path of the incoming storm and bring in a strong but pleasant southeast wind for the remaining 275 miles. With DogBark!’s impressively fast pace, we had no trouble meeting our Nunivak goal, and soon the wind had shifted to the southeast as predicted. With the new breeze, DogBark! took off once again, ticking off the miles under the watchful eye of the autopilot while we cooked elaborate meals, read books, replaced broken door latches and took naps. On watch, we dodged squalls and vigilantly watched the depth sounder as it hovered around 60 feet. The hours melted by, and occasionally the sun even came out. In the end, it was an easy and uneventful passage. I frequently reminded myself along the way that this was the Bering Sea we were sailing across. This big, scary body of water, it turns out, can also be agreeable and some might even say enjoyable.
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fter spending two summers cruising the Arctic & Scandinavia, we found ourselves relishing the sunny weather of Spain’s Costa del Sol region on our first-ever expedition into the Mediterranean. We were closely monitoring weather predictions since our goal was to expeditiously sail to the Balearic Islands to allow plenty of time for exploration. When a break appeared in the prevailing NE winds, we took advantage of these conditions to sail as far north as possible . Small problem once underway, surfing downwind at 10 knots with winds gusting to 30, our latest weather check now showed a switch to 35-knot headwinds at midnight. We decided to push on and managed a total of 90 miles until large seas made it prudent to stop. Rather than pay for a marina slip for just a few hours, we chose to anchor off the beach and spent a rolly six hours trying to sleep before the winds subsided enough for us to cover the final 90 miles to Cartagena. Arriving at dusk, friendly marineros gave us a hand as we squeezed into a berth. We were soon exploring the old town. Colored lights artistically lit the beautiful historic buildings and the cobbled lanes were packed with families out walking, dining, chatting and enjoying the vibrant buskers. Although we were exhausted, we continued soaking up the late evening atmosphere sojourning to a chic waterfront bistro for tapas. A paella lunch the next day was the final culinary highlight before we set sail to Caleta Cortina, where we all dove into the 80-degree water and delighted in calm scenery. We departed Cortina at 0200 to capitalize on a still morning, but found ourselves playing dodge ’em amongst a chaotic fishing fleet. When the morning breeze kicked in, it provided a boisterous 96-mile beat to Morairo. We’d planned a lengthy passage the next day to Formentera, the southern-most of Spain’s Balearic Islands, and thus chose to anchor and found 48º NORTH
ourselves surrounded by lively local boaties out enjoying the sea and sun. Another early start ensured an excellent beam reach for the 60-mile passage. En route, we were passed by dozens of pleasure boats, but we were nonetheless unprepared for the 100 swanky yachts at our planned anchorage of Cala Sahona. After a little scouting, we anchored far from the maddening crowd, under dramatic cliffs with crystal clear water and a sunset view of Ibiza that reminded us of Bora Bora. Armed with the cruising guide, we surveyed stunning small anchorages, all framed by rugged cliffs. Cala Portixol was so tiny we’d have had to anchor bow and stern so not to bounce off the cliff walls. Our crew chose Puerto de San Miguel for the night, which proved spectacular especially with an early morning cliff top trail run that wound through olive groves and numerous secluded beaches. Although the bay was crowded at tiny Isla Tagomago, offshore and northeast of Ibiza, we’d now come to learn that most of the yachts eventually zip back “Mahina Tiare” sails past to marinas and it’s then possible to the impressive Palma re-anchor out of the persistent swells. cathedral. On the Island of Mallorca, we enjoyed tombet with salt encrusted fish at Puerto de Andratx and, afterward, sampled local turron/nougat while listening to street musicians. Our final port of call was Palma. It’s a captivating historical city that’s not too overwhelming and its abundance of gourmet markets, cafés and brasseries certainly make it a foodie’s heaven. What a week! 26
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LOBSTER PAELLA salt and freshly ground pepper 3 small lobster 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion – finely chopped 3 garlic cloves – minced 2 cups paella rice 1/3 cup Pernod ¼ teaspoon crumbled saffron soaked in 1 tablespoon lemon juice ½ teaspoon sweet smoked paprika lemon wedges for serving
TURRON 5½ oz honey ½ cup sugar 9 oz almonds – peeled and toasted 1 egg white wafer paper sheets (optional) Line a baking pan with a greaseproof baking paper. In a saucepan heat honey and sugar while stirring constantly. Bring to boil and cook for few minutes. Remove from the heat. Add egg white, stirring
constantly so that it doesn’t set. Place pan over a low heat and continue stirring until mix acquires a caramel-like texture. Stir in almonds, remove from heat and let it cool a little. Pour mix into baking pan, cover with another sheet of paper then add some pressure to evenly distribute mix.
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Bring a large pot of water to boil and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Cook lobster, one at time, until they are red, about 7 minutes. Transfer lobster to a bowl of ice water. Reserve 4 cups of the cooking liquid. In a paella pan, sauté onions in olive oil. Stir in rice and reserved cooking liquid, Pernod, saffron and paprika. Season to taste. Bring to a boil then reduce to low, cover and cook 20 minutes. Meanwhile, chop lobsters in half lengthwise. Remove pan from heat, nestle in lobsters and let stand 5 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges. Serves 6.
TUMBET 6 garlic cloves – skins on 1 zucchini – sliced 6 potatoes – thinly sliced 1 long green pepper (Italian) – sliced 1 red pepper – sliced 2 onions – sliced 1 eggplant – sliced homemade tomato pasta sauce flour extra virgin olive oil sea salt Heat an inch of olive oil in a frying pan. Sauté garlic cloves for 3 minutes. Remove garlic and reserve. Add zucchini and sauté 3 minutes. Remove zucchini to paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Repeat with potatoes sautéing until cooked, about 8 minutes. Peppers are next, then onions. Finally, dredge eggplant in flour and sauté 4 minutes. Assemble the tumbet in baking pan layering tomato sauce, eggplant, zucchini, onion, pepper, and potato. Top with another layer of sauce and peeled garlic. Bake 25 minutes at 350°. JUNE 2019
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PART 2: REGULAR, LONGTERM MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST
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2 Belt tension 3 The engine seacock is open and the raw water strainer is clear 4 The fuel level and the fuel filter 5 Starting battery voltage 6 The throttle and shifter connections 7 The engine generally for signs of wear, corrosion and /or leaks (Figures 1, 2) 8 Once the engine is running and in gear, recheck the shaft seal For the longer term, we start with the list above and assign intervals for more in-depth service as required. Some of these intervals will be determined more by need than timing, such as in the case of corrosion. The proper interval for many things, like engine fluid changes, will depend on use. Whether you decide to base your check on engine-usage-units that are hourly, daily, weekly, or monthly, here are some more items to put on the maintenance checklist: REGULAR MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST: 1 Engine anodes 2 Electrical connections 3 Engine mounts 4 Shaft coupling 5 Water pump impeller 6 Hose clamps 7 And, with flooded batteries, battery water.
FIGURE 2: (A) Fuel filter. (B) Shaft coupling with corrosion on it, possibly from seawater spraying off the shaft seal – it is just forward of it. (C) Hose with mold on it, shows presence of moisture. (D) Rust on frames aft of shaft coupling and forward of shaft seal may indicate excessive leakage.
Engine anodes (AKA pencil zincs): These need to be checked, and possibly replaced, annually. Check your engine manual for their location, but they are normally located in the raw water part of the cooling system. Electrical connections: A loose nut on a wire terminal can cause a bad connection. The starter motor uses a lot of power to start the engine, and a loose connection anywhere in the system can cause a problem. Touch each connection to make sure they are firm. Watch for signs of corrosion (Figure 1F). Engine mounts: These should be checked for corrosion as should the rest of the engine (Figure 1C and 3), but also check that the nuts and bolts are tight and sound. Shaft coupling: Beyond checking it for corrosion and making sure the bolts and nuts are tight, if you suspect the alignment of the engine to the shaft is off due to excessive vibration or other signs of misalignment, you can u-bolt the coupling and use feeler gauges to check the alignment. Hose clamps: You need to make sure hose clamps don’t loosen up or corrode. It is also a good idea to make sure that they won’t cut you as you are reaching across the engine room. Using the right
FIGURE 3: (A) Corrosion, either from a leak in the part or a leak caused by corrosion, that is now accelerating. (B) Rusted steel studs that need attention. Possibly oil or grease to prevent future deterioration. (C) Corrosion on aluminum engine attachment also needs attention.
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size and/or encasing the sharp tip with a cover (Figure 1D and 1E) is a good way to do this. For more on hose clamps, refer to our March 2011 48° North article, “Secret Lives of Hose Clamps.” Water pump impeller: Engine water pump impellers should be checked, and probably replaced, at least annually at the start of the season, or sooner with high engine run time. Again, follow your engine manufacturer’s recommendation. To remove the impeller, remove the face plate (Figure 4B), being careful to use the right size and type of tool to remove the screws holding it in place. If the screws are standard flat heads, it may be best to replace them with screws that have a better tool grip such as hex or Allen head screws. Once the face plate is off, you can normally carefully pry the impeller out with two flat standard screwdrivers or needle nose pliers. Try not to damage it as you do; it may still work as an emergency spare. Check your engine manual to see if it has a special recommendation on removing the impeller. Check the face plate for wear. If it is scored, you may need to replace it, or, flip it over if the reverse surface will work against the impeller. Make sure to remove the old pump gasket. To clean and refinish the face plate we use a Scotch-Brite pad. To install the new impeller, lube it with glycerin or Superlube, fold the fins over so it fits into the pump housing and push it back into place. Reinstall the face plate with the new gasket and tighten it into place. If for some reason, you do not have a new gasket, you can cut one out of an old chart in a pinch until you have the proper gasket. If the manual has torque specifications for the water pump face plate screws, use them. If not, carefully tighten down til snug, but don’t strip them. For more information on changing your impeller, refer to our article “Replacing the Impeller on Your Raw Water Pump” from the August 2014 issue of 48° North. Batteries: If the batteries are flooded, the battery water needs to be kept up. Check every month unless it seems as if there is no appreciable change. Then, go to every two months. If there is still no appreciable change, you could try going to every four months, but no longer. Go back to a shorter interval if you start needing JUNE 2019
to add a lot of water every time you check them. You can also check the state of each battery cell with a battery hydrometer. Spare Parts Checklist: Many of the above checks require spare parts to service them if there is a problem. The list of spare parts you should probably carry for your boat is long, goes beyond the engine, and will be particular to the boat. Here are a few thoughts to get you started: 1 Full oil change, including oil filters. 2 Replacement filters for all the changeable filters on the boat, fuel or otherwise.
3 Impellers and gaskets for all pumps. If the boat doesn’t already have a new spare, buy two so the extra will be your spare after you replace the impeller this year. Replace the spare next year when you do your annual service.
Alex and Jack Wilken are lifelong cruisers, professional shipwrights, USCG licensed captains and are the owners of Seattle Boat Works.
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MIGRATING FOR LIFE Collaborative Learning Underway by Jamie and Behan Gifford
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nother breach! And another! And there’s a baby breaching!” These are humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) and wow, they put on a show. Humpback season in Banderas Bay, near Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, is December to March. We would see and hear them almost daily. On Christmas morning, a special gift for Totem’s crew: mama and newborn humpbacks meandered through the anchorage and passed within one whale length. During these 100 days of whales in this part of the world when they mate and give birth, the song and dance becomes familiar. Wake up, make coffee and start the day with falsetto shrieks of a weeks-old calf, heard through the hull. Then, a melodic adult male croons his way to a potential encounter, he hopes. It becomes as common as a barking dog, until one morning the sounds are gone. Calves grow enough to make the long migration north to the food-rich waters of British Columbia and Alaska. The journey is solitary, and risky. Entanglement in nets, ingesting plastics, deafening acoustic bombs from military and commercial ships, and predatory orcas (Orcinus orca) bring very real risks to these oceanic giants. “It’s amazing to think that I might see the same humpbacks
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breaching in Alaska this summer that I saw from Totem in Mexico last winter,” Niall said. Between the first and second paragraph of writing this article, our son, Niall, messaged excitedly that he got the job in Alaska! What a year. Niall transitioned off of our boat Totem after a 10-year circumnavigation, into a dorm room at Lewis and Clark College in Portland. From nomadic, small boat living to a dorm room 10 times larger, fixed to one patch of earth and a rigorous class schedule. “How did we get here?” the young calf screeched out to his mother. “You are the one leading the way,” came the reply. Humpbacks have no choice. They migrate to survive. Reaching the Banderas Bay birthing center or the all-you-can-eat Alaskan krill buffet is still no guarantee. We know of at least one humpback calf in the bay that was lost to orcas. Thinking about the humpback migration and Niall’s new adventures, I’m reminded that during the summer of 2008, we were sailing Totem to Alaska on our way to see whales, bears, and glaciers, before migrating south for winter ourselves. That was the plan anyway. Totem wasn’t ready, so the magic of Alaska fell out of our route planning. In addition to boat preparations, Behan and I faced a daunting learning curve in choosing to 30
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travel by sailboat. The journey is solitary and risky, not unlike a humpback’s migration. We were processing the potential of alienating friends and family, and were concerned about security threats, mega-storms, choosing unemployment during peak earning years, and not contributing to our retirement funds. As important an unknown was how we would raise capable children, educating them on the boat. “How did you get there?” the parents asked their son. “You believed,” came the reply as pleasant as whale song. Humans (Homo sapiens) do have choices. Endless choices. Which information to believe, what to eat today, where to spend your time or energy – there’s still no guarantee of success; and for us, survival isn’t the only focus. Ten years after sailing along an unfamiliar path we reached judgment time. Would any college accept a boat kid whose first high school test was the SAT, who had graduated from a class of one in a school with no certified teachers? Parents and children. Teachers and students. Typical, structured, hierarchical relationships. A day in the life at Totem Academy went something like this: OK class, we need a volunteer to help service the primary cockpit winches. When done, we’ll go swim with the giant mantas again, then fish for dinner on the way back to Totem. During dinner we’ll talk about Polynesian migration: when and how people arrived in the Marquesas. Teacher: “Niall, you have a question?” Student: “Yes, do you know what the Latin name for these giant mantas is?” Teacher: “Ah, no, but we can look it up later.” Student: “I already did, it’s either Mobula alfredi or Mobula birostris depending if they are reef or oceanic. When we swim with them today, I want to get a positive identification for my species log. The Marquesans call them Fafa’ua.” Teacher: “Wait, what?” Typical, structured, hierarchical relationship, crushed. Of course, we needed to be guiding, nurturing, and stern at times to keep them from entangling in nets of ignorance, arrogance, and disengagement. However, our journey truly began when Behan and I accepted a different, unfamiliar parent-child relationship. We were the slow ones, seeing that our children were learningpeers and co-educators from the moment we started cruising. The secret sauce to our boat schooling is that our kids’ genuine interest in learning made them want to acquire knowledge from the world around them – and that included us. When you live on a boat, the world is the classroom and everyone should be a student. We’re on Totem preparing to migrate out of Banderas Bay again, north to the Sea of Cortez this time. Niall’s freshman year of college is done. He doesn’t have a driver’s license, but
The Gifford children listen to whale song through the hull on the family’s first visit to Banderas Bay ten years ago.
did get a 50-ton Master (captain’s) license – different priorities when you grow up on a boat. He’s flying north to Alaska for the summer to work on a small cruise ship. The young humpbacks he saw in Mexico will be there, grown from the long swim north. Humpbacks and humans, migrating to the last frontier – one to feast on food and the other on knowledge and experience aboard a small ship with UnCruise Adventures. If you see the green hull of Wilderness Adventurer out there, wave to the former boat kid driving the tender, and ask him about his close encounter with a Stegostoma fasciatum.
Jamie and Behan Gifford will spend the summer exploring the Sea of Cortez. Follow their adventures at www.sailingtotem.com.
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ALASKA:
You can do it! by Marty McOmber
Is a cruise to Alaska within reach? Yes! Get yourself and your boat ready for the trip of a lifetime.
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e threaded our sailboat slowly between the growlers and bergy bits floating in front of South Sawyer Glacier and then glided to a stop in the still waters. We were just a football field away from the enormous cliffs of ancient ice that mark one of the ends of Tracy Arm in Southeast Alaska. The last of the day’s tourist boats had just departed, leaving us all alone to contemplate the magnificent scene that nature had conjured. A thunder-like rumble broke the silence as the glacier calved, sending a slight swell under the boat. My wife, Deborah, looked at me in wonder and smiled. “I can’t believe we get to do this,” she said. It was a high point in our Northwest cruising so far and the culmination of two years of planning and preparations to make the journey north from Seattle. Southeast Alaska looms large in the imaginations of many Pacific Northwest boaters – maybe too large. 48º NORTH
The approximately 1,000-mile-trip from the familiar waters of the Salish Sea requires crossing straits, rounding capes, navigating rapids, dodging logs, waiting out weather systems, and lots of long, long stretches on watch. If you are planning a similar journey, you will find no shortage of old hands eager to fill your head with warnings about all the hazards that await. You will hear stories about disasters and near-disasters that happened to them, or a friend, or a friend of a friend. And in each telling, the waves will get a little larger, the winds a little stronger, the currents a little more menacing. It’s enough to make the most brave-hearted mariner reconsider. But I’m here to share a little secret about sailing up to Southeast Alaska, one you don’t hear nearly enough: You can do it. That’s right, skipper, you can do it. You can do it safely. You can do it on your own boat. And you can do it on your own terms. Best of all, you can develop and practice all of the skills you will need on weekend outings and summer cruises right here at home. I know this because that is exactly what we did, just me, Deborah and our seafaring cat, Lily. ANXIETY AND DOUBT On June 2, 2018, a few hours before dawn, we pulled out of our slip at Elliott Bay Marina and pointed the bow of our 1985 32
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Passport 40 sailboat north. Three months and 2,000 miles later, we returned with a cargo of fun stories, wonderful memories, and tons of newfound confidence as boaters. All the planning, the preparations, the projects were worth it. We had the time of our lives and it has only whetted our appetite to do more and go farther. But to be honest, I was wracked with worry and doubt. Before we shoved off, I really did contemplate taking a smaller, less ambitious cruise. Looking back, I realize now that those concerns weren’t so much about the physical, weather or navigational challenges I had been repeatedly (and wisely) warned about. It wasn’t really about whether I had all the right gear or the right boat for Alaska. The fear came from within me – a small but stubborn doubt that maybe I wasn’t really up for this challenge, that maybe if the situation got tough, I might find myself and my spirits wanting. Doubt isn’t a bad thing. In fact, it is a useful motivator to attend to the many details, preparations and plans that a cruise to Southeast Alaska inevitably requires. The trick is to keep that doubt in check by getting yourself and your boat ready.
The author surveys a potential Alaskan anchorage.
GETTING PREPARED So where do you start? Obviously, there are a number of ways to get to Southeast Alaska by water. You could just jump on one of those fancy cruise ships with the rest of the tourists. But you are a boater and this trip isn’t supposed to be a vacation – it is supposed to be an adventure. Many first-timers decide to join a flotilla on their journey up the Inside Passage. It’s a great option, especially for those who enjoy the company of other boaters and who want an opportunity to learn from an experienced leader while still managing their own boats. It’s also nice to know that if you have a problem, support is near at hand. Deborah and I decided that we wanted to do this trip on our own. We liked the idea of setting our own course and pace. Plus, we have ambitions for bluewater cruising and this was an opportunity to make sure that we felt comfortable cruising unfamiliar places on our own. Whether you go solo or with a flotilla, the biggest and perhaps most difficult barrier to overcome for most boaters will be time – finding enough of it to make the trip safely and enjoyably. I was fortunate enough to earn a three-month sabbatical from my job. About two years before this much-envied benefit kicked in, I started giving serious thought to the Alaska trip. We spent a lot of time reading everything we could about cruising Southeast Alaska – books, articles, and blogs posts. We attended talks at the boat show and yacht clubs. We bought rounds of beers for friends and acquaintances who had made the trip themselves, picking their brains for local knowledge and hard-earned experiences. Perhaps just as important, though, was a subtle change in how we looked at our weekend trips and standard two-week cruises. As we began to understand what would be required to reach Alaska, we started to use these times onboard to work on important skills and techniques. JUNE 2019
“You can do it on your own boat. And you can do it on your own terms. Best of all, you can develop and practice all of the skills you will need on weekend outings and summer cruises right here at home.”
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The 1985 Passport 40 “Meridian” carried these cruisers safely and reliably through their 2,000 mile adventure.
OUTFITTING FOR ALASKA Quality Ground Tackle Be ready to anchor in 50 to 100-feet of water. Have at least 300 to 400 feet of chain and rode with a quality modern anchor and robust windlass to handle the load. And, while not used all the time, be ready to deploy a stern line to shore to keep your swing room small. While many anchors could work, most Alaska Cruisers are now choosing a new-generation plow-style anchor.
Great Foul Weather Gear Tongass National Forest spans the majority of Southeast Alaska and is a temperate rainforest, which means it rains a lot. A lot. It’s important to have a good set or two of foul weather gear and boots that can be worn on deck and ashore. Along with proper clothing, pack a positive attitude, because there’s no changing the weather.
A Reliable Engine While sailing is preferred, you’re not getting far in Southeast Alaska without a dependable engine. Days of no wind combined with strong currents make a smooth running auxiliary diesel a crucial piece of equipment. Accordingly, carry spare filters and parts, and know how to change many of them in the event of a failure. Mechanics, parts, and services for your engine in Alaska can be few and far between. 48º NORTH
PRACTICE CLOSE TO HOME Maybe the most important preparation for Alaska cruising is anchoring. If you go north, you will be doing a lot of it. On weekends, we made sure to anchor out as often as possible. We worked on our procedures for setting, retrieving, and cleaning our anchor. And we’d try to anchor in deeper water – as you’ll find out, dropping a hook in 70 feet of water in Alaska isn’t uncommon. And we tried to figure out what it would be like to anchor every day in a different place. Marine weather forecasting was another important skill that we worked to develop before we left. I don’t mean just checking the local forecast for the day. We dove into resources that provided a larger view of what was taking place in the atmosphere and what was heading toward us – how low- and high-pressure systems affected wind patterns; how we could check real-time conditions from nearby weather stations, buoys and other data sources to help us understand what we would encounter in the next few hours and what decisions we could make based on that information. We knew there would be navigational challenges aplenty on the way north. So we took the opportunity to tackle similar ones closer to home. Timing currents is a useful skill, and a trip through Dodd Narrows near Nanaimo or Deception Pass on Whidbey Island provides a great opportunity to develop confidence in getting through rapids and tight spots farther 3434
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north. The Swinomish Channel can help prepare you for some of the trickier passes like Wrangell Narrows. For crossing open water, the straits of Juan de Fuca and Georgia help prepare you for the trips around Cape Caution and across Dixon Entrance. The tricks are the same – know the conditions, know the weather, know your currents, know your comfort levels, and pick the right window to go. If you have radar, practice using it both in fair weather and foul. Same with AIS. Both will come in handy as you head further north. While you practice these basics of seamanship, you’ll also naturally get to better know the capabilities of your boat and your gear. Let your experiences of practicing guide you on what you’ll need to replace or upgrade before heading to Alaska. You don’t necessarily need the newest or best of anything to make this trip. But whether the gear is mechanical or electronic, the most important requirement is reliability. Make sure all the equipment on the boat works well and you have backups for critical gear. That is especially true of your VHF, which is often the only means of communication in remote areas where cell phones don’t work. The same holds true for all of your safety equipment and procedures, because you are going to be the closest first responder for much of the trip. Practice getting to shore on a rocky beach in your dinghy – you’ll be doing that a lot farther north. Provision and make all of your meals for a full week without going to the store. See if you can make the water in those tanks last at least the same amount of time. Stay off shore power for as long as you can. You can do all of this within a few miles of your homeport.
Communications Part of the allure of sailing to Southeast Alaska is the feeling of solitude that comes with being in exceptionally remote areas. With that comes lack of cell and VHF service. We’ve found AT&T service and coverage maps to be the most reliable. And having a Garmin inReach or Iridium Go is a good idea to be able to stay connected to emergency services or home if the need arises.
A Fast Dinghy Not everyone will agree on this, but having done it both ways, we are hooked on having a fast tender that can get on plane with two to four people. The sheer scale of Alaska is hard to fathom until you arrive, and having a dinghy that can take you off on explorations far from your anchored mothership is a huge enhancement to cruising here.
Plan for Provisions and Garbage Self-sufficiency is the name of the game when cruising Alaska and provisioning properly is important. You’ll find adequate grocery stores in Ketchikan, Petersburg, Wrangell, Sitka, Haines, Gustavus and, of course, Juneau. You can then supplement your ship’s stores with stops in smaller communities including Kake, Angoon, Hoonah, Craig, Skagway, Elphin Cove, Pelican, Port Protection and a few others. Keep in mind that fresh fruits and vegetables in smaller communities can be scarce and/ or expensive. Water is another important consideration, but if you plan right, you can obtain fresh water about every seven days — often less. Now that you’ve procured all that food, you need to consider the garbage that comes with it. In general, most marinas you visit will have dumpsters to offload your waste, but some don’t, which means you may have to carry it on to the next stop. The longest we’ve gone without being able to get rid of trash has been two weeks, so have a plan for storage.
Sundowners chilled on ancient ice – an Alaskan treat.
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Eight- to ten-hour days are not uncommon when cruising Alaska, so figuring out how to make comfortable and enjoyable use of the time on watch is key to a happy trip.
A Power Plan Given Alaska’s remote nature, make sure you have a proven way to monitor your battery levels and keep them topped up. With fewer nights spent in marinas and oftentimes prohibitively expensive shore power hook-ups, you’ll need to charge with your main engine, a generator, solar panels or a wind generator. Don’t wait until you get there to figure out the best combination for your boat’s power needs.
Fishing & Crabbing Gear In our experience, the fishing, crabbing and prawning becomes more bountiful as you move north into Alaska. If you have even the slightest inclination to try it — and space aboard isn’t an issue — go for it! For salmon, try a flasher and spoon setup on a “Dipsy Diver” and troll at 1 to 2 knots in 50 to 100 feet of water. Purchase a crab and/or prawn trap before you leave or when you get to Ketchikan and ask locals for advice on bait. Also, don’t forget to buy your Alaska fishing license.
What not to bring: A Schedule! While many cruisers operate on strict itineraries when coming to Southeast Alaska, cruising on a sailboat often doesn’t work like that. Especially if you’re trying to maximize time under sail. As one salty 70-something-year-old commercial fisherman told us in Sitka, “The most dangerous thing people like you [cruisers] bring to Alaska is a schedule.” He’s right. 48º NORTH
Finally, practice moving your boat for 8 or 10 hours at a time. You will have many days when long watches will be required, so find out how to make them comfortable and safe. We practiced by sailing straight from Elliott Bay to Friday Harbor on San Juan Island – a trip that required not only a 10-hour stretch at the helm, but also factoring in currents, weather and crossing a strait. There are two things that you just can’t prepare for before you leave – the scale and the grandeur of the landscapes and seascapes you will encounter on the trip. Pictures and stories just can't do it justice. Alaska awaits. So get prepared and get excited. Heed all the cautions and warnings – this isn’t a trip for novices. But if you have a few years under your belt and are willing and eager to learn, the opportunities to do so are just beyond your own breakwater. Use those natural doubts and anxieties that come with taking a step into the unknown to your advantage. Take the time to make sure you and your boat are ready. Above all else, take heart. You can do it.
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DESTINATION SOUTHEAST
Destination SOUTHEAST Highlights of the Hotspots in Southeast Alaska by Andy Cross
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hen planning a voyage to Southeast Alaska, it’s hard for sailors to grasp just how expansive this immense cruising ground is. At over 35,000 square miles, “Southeast” – as Alaskans simply refer to it – is larger than the state of Maine. Given its sheer size, choosing the right route for your boat and crew can be difficult and depends heavily on how much time you have. There is no single route or plan that’s perfect for everyone, which means your adventure is up to you. In our experience, it is a wise move for first timers to choose a couple of the hotspots and try to plan around those. There are a huge number of worthy contenders, but here are a few to put on your list.
that we could guarantee you the same, but nearly all of our days in Glacier Bay were sunny with crystal-clear visibility of the surrounding snow-capped crags! Along the way you’re likely to encounter whales passing through an anchorage, bears flipping rocks in search of a meal on shore, sea birds squawking around you, and immense tidewater
GLACIER BAY Considered by many to be the crown jewel of Southeast Alaska cruising, Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve is 3.3 million acres of powerful glaciers, rugged mountains, temperate rainforest, wild coastlines, deep fjords and abundant wildlife. While cruising north through the bay, snowy peaks grow taller and closer to the water. Pinnacles ranging from 3,000 feet to 15,000 rise from the sea. To sail amongst it all on your own boat is nothing short of amazing, yet is also intensely humbling. Not 48º NORTH
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glaciers calving into aquamarine-colored water. A national park unlike any other, Glacier Bay is well worth a visit. Note: From June 1st to August 31st cruisers are required to obtain a permit to enter the park. Only 25 vessels are permitted each day for a seven-day-six-night maximum stay, so it is strongly advised that you apply before visiting. FORD’S TERROR One of the trickiest, tide-swept entrances along the entire Inside Passage, Ford’s Terror has a double-edged reputation of being both amazingly beautiful and amazingly, well, terrifying. Hence the name. On an ebb tide, the narrow, snake-like channel turns into a whitewater torrent that can run to 12 knots and looks as gnarly as it sounds. But when the tide goes slack, your time has come. Stay mid-channel, make the turn and prepare to be stunned. Once you’re in, the scenery comes alive. Waterfalls spill down into the sea and walls of rock tower above your mast as you work your way into the T-shaped inlet to find an anchorage. Dropping the hook at the head of the west arm is preferred by most, and you’ll be doing so in about 100 feet of water. From there, soak in mountain views, explore the lush landscape JUNE 2019
Ford’s Terror – waterfall mecca.
ashore, and venture through the picturesque fjord by dinghy or kayak. On par with Princess Louisa Inlet and parts of Glacier Bay, Ford’s Terror is one of those incredible destinations that can’t be missed. Ford’s Terror is part of Tracy Arm - Fords Terror Wilderness. Tracy Arm is also home to North and South Sawyer Glaciers, both top-tier Southeast Alaska hotspots. 39
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Baranof Warm Springs – breathe deep and relax.
BARANOF WARM SPRINGS Pulling into Warm Springs Bay, located on the east side of Baranof Island, a white column of falling water comes into view and grows larger while heading toward the community pier. You’ll also notice a unique cluster of houses and out-buildings erected on pilings, pressed against a tree-lined hillside. After docking in the outflow of the falls, set out on foot to find the natural hot springs. A rocky path takes you and your crew upward into the forest and, as you near the springs, the smell of sulfur and the loud rush of the river tumbling by overwhelms your senses. Basking in the heat of the pools under a canopy of trees, it’s a magical setting that so few people get to experience. After a hike to nearby Warm Springs Lake and a stroll through the boardwalk community, you can take a soak in the bathhouse that has tubs constantly being fed by the springs. Here, you close your eyes for a minute to relax, then look out the window at the massive rushing waterfall flowing into the bay and snowcapped mountains above. All the while, the vessel that got you here sits nearby waiting for your return. Yes, Warm Springs Bay is as good as it sounds. The setting is insanely gorgeous, and is worth taking full advantage of when cruising Southeast Alaska.
Then you’ll find smaller towns like Craig, Haines, Skagway, Petersburg, and Wrangell that each have a charm all their own. In our experience, locals here are exceedingly friendly and accommodating; and marinas, restaurants, and groceries are smaller and more intimate. Lastly, some of the most unique things about cruising Southeast Alaska are the numerous small communities along the way. Myers Chuck, Elphin Cove, Tenakee Springs, Hoonah, Coffman Cove, Pelican, Port Protection and more give Southeast its distinctively Alaskan feel. Essentially small clusters of houses strung together with boardwalks or systems of trails, they often have home-grown businesses dispersed throughout and residents live a purposefully remote life with a deep connection to the sea.
Andy Cross is currently cruising Alaska with his family aboard their Grand Soleil 39, “Yahtzee.” He is the editor of Three Sheets Northwest and is a broker for Swiftsure Yachts.
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DON’T FORGET TO GO INTO PORT Though Southeast Alaska offers a mind-bending expanse of uninhabited wilderness to cruise, there are three distinct types of places to stop for a taste of civilization along the way: cities, small towns, and what can best be described as villages. Cities such as Ketchikan, Sitka and, of course, Juneau, are your main hubs that have large marinas, marine supply stores, ample provisions and an excellent variety of restaurants. They also have the typical sightseeing and tourist trappings you’d expect of a place with a high volume of cruise ship traffic.
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How R2AK CHANGED my LIFE
The Rooks brothers set off on Race to Alaska, with no idea of how it would affect them. Photo courtesy of Nick Reid.
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ou can’t just heave-to in a 17-foot dinghy. Certainly not in a full gale. So when my brother, Cooper, yelled “We need to reef again!” I prepared for another head-to-wind thrashing. We were roughly halfway up Grenville Channel, the 45-mile long, half-mile wide sliver just south of Prince Rupert. The mountains toppling down into the narrow waterway were breathtaking, but the 45-knot gusts screaming down the rocklined waterway inspired a different kind of awe. We were unsettled by the fine mist blowing across the surface of the waves like snow swirling down a midwestern highway. Too scared to turn around and risk broaching, we tacked back and forth across the channel for four hours, making what progress we could. Each tack demanded more attention, speed, and coordination than I’d ever sailed with. Coop would yell, “Tacking
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in 10!... Tacking in 5…!” as I made sure I had the jib sheets clear and my feet perfectly aligned to step over the rowing station and get on the opposite rail as quickly and surely as possible. Howling gusts threatened to knock us over, nearly succeeding several times despite Coop’s efforts to sail on the edge of luffing. Yet even as we scanned the shore for bailouts, I had an underlying confidence that we would be ok. I was sailing with my brother, the most capable sailor I’d ever known, and we were aboard our beloved Bunny Whaler. We were unsinkable, after all. Seeing the Inside Passage with my brother had been a goal long before the Race to Alaska blew up the boating world. When I was 15, Coop spent his post-high school gap year building a stitch-and-glue kayak and paddling up the Inside Passage. Ever the emulating younger brother, from that point on, my big dream 42
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was for us to build rowboats together and explore the incredible waterway snaking its way from Washington to Alaska. The next year, I followed in Coop’s footsteps and joined our fledgling local rowing club, a decision that ended up dictating the ensuing 15 years of my life – from unwitting high schooler to collegiate rower to collegiate rowing coach. Rowing is a weird sport. You don’t need to have practiced since you were three years old to have success. You just have to
be a certain size, with a certain kind of engine, and a tolerance for discomfort. I had been the biggest kid in the class for much of my life. Actually, before I was born they thought I was twins (I’m not kidding, you can ask my mom). Walking into icy water at 5am to launch boats and pulling on the oar until I threw up was brutally uncomfortable, but also intensely gratifying. I found myself recruited to row at Stanford University, where humbling lessons in hard work and honesty led to significant personal and athletic successes, including national championships. A previously discovered passion for coaching led me back to the Stanford Boathouse where I coached the women’s rowing team for seven rewarding years. I went all in, enjoying it more than I had liked rowing myself. I thought I would coach forever. Meanwhile, Coop grabbed adventure opportunities, singlehanding a Moore 24 around Puget Sound for a decade and delivering a 70-foot sailboat to New Zealand. But every year, Coop and I would talk about how someday we’d build the boats and do “The Trip.” I had never expected to be away from my family’s home on Bainbridge Island for much longer than college, and constantly wondered when would it, could it, be a good time to return to my close-knit, adventure-loving family? At some point, I realized it wasn’t just going to happen on its own. As if to taunt me, there was talk coming out of Port Townsend about a new, oddball boat race, some seriously loony adventure stuff up the Inside Passage. They called it R2AK, and Coop and I couldn’t stop talking about it. I moved back to Bainbridge Island in the
summer of 2015 and devoted a year to planning, preparing, and training for the Race to Alaska 2016. I didn’t know that doing so would become a seismic event in my life, shaking its way into every facet of my existence and leaving my personal landscape permanently altered. I had returned to Washington delirious with self-determination and taking a deep breath of the winds of freedom; and thus had planned to take my time in finding the perfect Northwest girl. That plan lasted about three days once I became reacquainted with an old flame, Alex. She was another Bainbridge Islander, and our history, chemistry, and shared desire to chase adventure sent us quickly off the deep end of love. R2AK had drawn me home, and even before planning started in earnest, it was causing waves. With nine toes over the edge and eager to see these R2AK lunatics in person, I attended the inaugural 2015 Blazer Party – a bacchanal that mocks the racers as much as celebrates them, held during the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival. I left the party thoroughly convinced that we must do the race. That weekend, Coop and I hopped in our uncle’s Boston Whaler Harpoon 5.2, an open, beamy daysailer. Most people, including the Boston Whaler reps at the Seattle Boat Show, have no idea that the company ever made sailboats. Yet from 197783, small runs of three stout Harpoon models were built with foam-filled hulls just like the legendary skiffs. Our mid-sized 5.2 was named Bunny Whaler, in honor of Bob Marley’s underappreciated bandmate. After the Blazer Party, our test was to see if we could paddle it above two knots. After a few canoestyle strokes up Crystal Springs at a satisfactory 2.5 knots, we decided we’d rather have “The Unsinkable Legend” than a cabin. We imagined modifications like a beefy rowing system and an axe as a tiller would make it a reasonable boat to take up the Inside Passage without a motor. Well, not completely reasonable. As people found out about our plans, “you’re crazy” was a common refrain. Some boating mentors proffered their wisdom on how we could be smarter, starting with a different boat. We knew it seemed a bit outlandish, but our heroes had always been people like Robin Lee Graham, Bernard Moitessier, and Betty Lowman Carey – intrepid boat adventurers who would make you shake your head in disbelief and awe at their capability and self-reliance. We’d grown up spending entire weekends seeing how far we could go in a 13-foot Boston Whaler motorboat (once covering 180 miles around the Salish Sea in a single day). Most importantly, Bunny Whaler was the boat we had, and after years of fun sailing, we knew and loved her. So there wasn’t really any other choice. We disassembled the boat, built a sliding seat rowing system atop the centerboard trunk, reinforced the transom and rudder, and
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The family’s Boston Whaler Harpoon 5.2, with some of its modifications, including bowsprit, rowing seat, and axe-handle tiller.
spent most of our budget on new sails: a triple-reefed, blue-water style mainsail; a jib with a fisherman’s reef; and an asymmetrical spinnaker off a carbon fiber bowsprit – normal dinghy stuff, right? My brother has always been my boating hero. I have memories of him rowing me around in the San Juan Islands when I was just a toddler. He’s always seemed to know the answers to all of my boat questions, the design of every boat on the water, and possess the preternatural skill to operate boats with a calm and unwavering command. I knew I could make good choices on the water, but it was the years of relying on his mastery of all things boat-related which gave me confidence (if not hubris) that my modest experience sailing and cruising wouldn’t sink us. If Bunny could sink, of course. When race day finally arrived, we had invested nine months of nightly planning sessions, a bit more than our $10,000 budget, a bunch of sponsored gear, and a whole lot of sweat equity in our 17-foot dinghy. On June 23rd, 2016, we launched into the Strait of Juan de Fuca from Port Townsend’s Point Hudson Marina alongside supercharged trimarans, ruthless monohulls, and diehard small-boat adventurers. Bunny was loaded with several hundred pounds of gear, including 120,000 calories of dried food and a few score of Rainier (contrary to popular belief, Rainier was unfortunately not an official sponsor of Team Bunny Whaler despite our relentless guerrilla marketing for them). As we left the marina, Coop and I entered a dream realm: we were together, in Bunny, heading north. After the Stage 2 start in Victoria, the faster boats caught the breeze and battled their way north, but much of the pack was left becalmed in the Gulf Islands and the Strait of Georgia, getting better acquainted with their human-power systems. We traded 48º NORTH
long hours at the oars but continued to push with every advantageous tide, often resting for just a few hours in the middle of the night. We had been living on Bunny for a week before the race as we sailed from Bainbridge to the starting line, and we felt comfortable with the realities of being two big dudes living on an open dinghy. Now we just had to accept the realities of going really slow. Bunny rows at 3 knots in the best of conditions, so instead of our pre-race aspirations for 50 miles a day, we would have been making better time walking to Alaska. Seeing other teams was an unexpected bonus. We spent our second night with Team Vantucky, another Washington-born brother team whose harrowing 12-day grind in a rotomolded Windrider trimaran makes our trip look like a booze cruise. For four days, we sailed with Bill and New Ted (né Ben) of Excellent Adventure. Together we coasted our 17-footers (theirs was a Montgomery 17) wing-on-wing through Seymour Narrows at slack, explored Port Neville, and spun like teacups in whirlpools off Kelsey Bay. We’d radio back to comedy duo Ryan and Brian on Team Nordica, whose eponymous 16-foot bathtub (with a cabin!) was even slower than our 17-foot one. Yet we paid heavy tolls for the hours and days of rowing, exacerbated by restless nights and struggling to eat enough calories. We had some sketchy situations the few times the wind had really come up – swamped boat here, a dragged anchor there (and there). On boats, Coop operates with a heightened awareness at all times, thinking three steps ahead regarding the weather, tide, and anchorages. Yet at this point, he was getting stressed, exhausted, and unable to get warm. My relative inexperience allowed me an ignorant optimism and, more importantly, the ability to sleep. Things came to a head 44
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“With the Inside Passage as my temple, I was making leaps and bounds towards enlightenment.” row in eddies. We shared dinner and drank our last remaining beers with Paul of Team Squamish, who started with a partner but finished solo with a hole in his leg from a fallen mast in Grenville Channel. We arrived in Prince Rupert to a hornblowing, cheering welcoming party, organized by a couple who, several days earlier, had slowed their trawler Tomte to share kind words and dirty jokes as they passed us in Tolme Channel. That couple, like Tim, Excellent Adventure, and Nordica, have become family in all but blood. I learned to contentedly stare at the horizon, with or without purpose. When we got to sail, I learned new dialects of the wind and how to get Bunny right in her groove. But sometimes, without warning or reason, fury would build inside me. Why are we still rowing? Did we make the right navigational choice? Was Coop wrong about something? Was the current atlas mistaken again? WHY ARE WE STILL ROWING!? Becalmed and exhausted,
eight days in as we pulled into Telegraph Cove after rowing most of Johnstone Strait. Team Bunny Whaler was having an existential crisis: earlier that day, after passing out on the bow while I rowed up the notorious strait (now glassy calm), Coop woke up and shakily said “I think I’ve lost my mind, and I’m worried I won’t get it back.” At this point, mind you, the winners had been in Ketchikan for four days, and we weren’t yet past Vancouver Island. Tired and cold, we rented a cabin out of desperation, hoping to regroup and dry out. Unbeknownst to me, Coop called to arrange for a trailer to be brought to Port McNeill to pick up Bunny. When he told me his concerns about continuing had become dire and his plan, we had a calm, heavy disagreement. We felt as disparate as we’d ever been. Excellent Adventure and Nordica also showed up at Telegraph Cove, and we shared burgers, beers, and fears. With the help of our friends, Coop and I talked through a plan to go on: we would sleep more regularly, take as much as time as we needed, and wait out bad weather. Best laid plans, eh? As we passed Malcolm Island and headed out into Queen Charlotte Strait the next day, a comfortable and fresh sail quickly turned into 20+ knots and 10-12 foot seas as the fetch funneled the Pacific Ocean’s swells into steep, strait-wide masses. We made it across, but were faced with more hard questions pitting the dangers of continuing against the disappointment of quitting. We continued sailing slowly westward, each of us periodically making emotional appeals to the other. My biggest fear was knowing that we would likely not have the time nor money to pursue this dream again in the foreseeable future. I dreaded the nagging burden of a dream tainted and unfinished. Coop’s worry was that Bunny’s different handling due to our surfeit of gear could be dangerous in certain conditions, and that if anything happened we would be properly screwed in the middle of nowhere. As we stared across the nowplacid strait, scanning for logs, ships, and answers, dozens of white-sided dolphins appeared around us. They flirted with Bunny’s centerboard and leapt towards the Pacific. Inspired, we resolved to follow through on our plan and get to Ketchikan even if it took the whole summer. We turned up the music and hung a right around Cape Caution, towards true wilderness and away from any hope of getting Bunny Whaler home if shit really hit the fan. It wasn’t exactly smooth sailing from there, but we carried with us the distinct solace of knowing we were past the point of no return. Over the next two weeks, we saw whales every day, bowled strikes at a dilapidated cannery, and were more in awe of our environment with each passing day. New friends seemed to be around every bend. Several days with the indomitable Tim Penhallow of Team Can’t Anchor Us taught us how to find and JUNE 2019
in a small boat with nowhere to go, I learned that anger is often misplaced anxiety, built-up tiredness, or frustration from lack of control. To this day I hear a question that came to me just before the dolphins showed up in Queen Charlotte Strait: Am I really angry, or is this just an uncomfortable situation? I’ve come to find that it’s rarely the former. Before the race, people who didn’t know us would ask “who’s going to kill the other one?” They’d laugh, and we’d just shake our heads. There was – and is – no one else in the world I would rather be with on Bunny than Coop. Yet when you’re on a tiny boat and upset, sad, tired, uncomfortable, cold, and/or pissed off, where do you put that negative energy? When Mother Nature is dazzling you with incredible creations but overseeing your frustrated condition, what can you do but accept it and patiently do your best to keep going? If you can’t tell already, I bounced back from the dissatisfaction and started feeling 45
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pretty Zenned out. With the Inside Passage as my temple, I was making leaps and bounds towards enlightenment. So we rowed with whales, distracting us from our inner monologues. We rowed in the pouring rain, heartened when it only drizzled. We got caught in the Grenville Channel gale mentioned earlier, making hundreds of full-throttle tacks during the final three miles into the safety of Klewnuggit Inlet. As we rounded the Inlet’s marker, down to a double-reefed main and no jib, Bunny hopped up on a plane and hit over 11 knots – 8.5 had been our previous best. Finally, after rowing for roughly two-thirds of the entire trip and averaging less than 30 miles a day, Environment Canada finally picked the right forecast out of the hat. Southwesterlies showed up from Hecate Strait, the conditions we’d been waiting for the entire trip. In 22 hours we raged the 84 miles from Prince Rupert to Ketchikan, reaching across Dixon Entrance overnight in 15-20 knots of wind. Our GPS and phones had died by this point, so we surfed down 6-8 foot seas with just a compass under a red headlamp for navigation. In a fitting finale, we had to row the last several miles into Ketchikan in the early hours of a misty morning. When we rang the bell and shotgunned the Rainiers we found beside it, it had been 23 days and 22 hours since we left Victoria. We finished one minute ahead of Paul with the hole in his leg; an ignominious distinction, but my old rowing coach told me “you never want to be on the wrong side of a photo finish.” Our mom Julia and my partner Alex were there at the dock, graciously ignoring our sweaty beards and crazy eyes and hugging us anyway. Between naps, stories and beers sloshed between the teams and supporters still in Ketchikan. Without the joy of reliving and relishing our experiences on the trip, I don’t think I could have handled having it be over. By the end, we were fully enjoying life on Bunny, completely bewitched by the Inside Passage. Parts of us wished we were continuing on the adventure, seeing what magic the coast held in store next. But having completed our dinghy journey from Bainbridge Island to Alaska, we realized it was probably best not to chance it. I was different after R2AK. Not just the deep tiredness and missing 15 pounds, but a sense of inner peace I’d never experienced. I lived R2AK’s subjective definition of success; despite being nearly the last finishers, we were treated like we had won. The boundaries of the world had been unzipped, unveiling entirely new territory. I longed to be back in the Inside Passage, and was determined to spend as much time in boats as possible. In my fellow racers, the race organizers, and our supporters, my community had just blossomed tenfold, an eclectic band hailing from all walks of life, united in shared dreams and experience. From that first Blazer Party In 2015, I entered a period of irrevocable change, with yearly inflection points coming
Team Bunny Whaler with Tim Penhallow, the eddy whisperer.
reliably at each ensuing Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival. Three months after our race, Coop and I were asked to give a presentation about our trip at the 2016 Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival (despite the conspicuous plastic-ness of our boat). I don’t know if it was the hangover from the previous night’s Blazer Party or just reliving the trip (probably both), but it was an emotional, powerful experience to share our adventure with a room full of friends, family, and enthusiastic strangers. Of course we thought our trip was cool, but we could barely wrap our heads around the outpouring of support. Our Bunny Whaler schtick had somehow gone from an inside joke to a story celebrated by boating legends whose names we’d known since we were kids. Race to Alaska had not only been the adventure of a lifetime, but it had deepened my family ties, facilitated finding love, and given me a humbling new community – what more could it do? After our presentation, I met up with Steve Stone and Eric Blake, who had interviewed us before R2AK for their boating website, OffCenterHarbor.com (OHC). They were looking for someone with internet and film skills near Port Townsend, the closest thing on the West Coast to their own wooden boat-loving homeport of Brooklin, Maine. With my degree in Film Studies (like an English major, but with movies!) and some pre-coaching background in online marketing, it was an unbelievable fit and I jumped at the opportunity. Fast forward another year to the 2017 Wooden Boat Festival. Out on the deck during the Blazer Party, Race Boss Daniel Evans wanted my opinion. “What do you think of a race, like a miniR2AK, from Tacoma to Port Townsend, with a 48-hour time limit?” I loved it. That idea became R2AK’s angry little humanpowered brother, Seventy48. Two years out from Bunny’s epic journey, I was ready to plan for something new, appealingly without as much danger, time, or preparation required. I decided to build my own boat for Seventy48 – partly to return to the old dream of building a boat
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Finishing what they started, the Rooks brothers in Ketchikan.
for the Inside Passage, partly to create a perfect long-distance human-powered watercraft. Clint Chase, a designer whose boats I knew and admired from my work with OHC, modified his Drake RaceBoat to better accommodate a sliding seat, extending it to 20 feet overall. Building a 20’ boat while living in Seattle was only possible thanks to the generosity of the amazing people at Seattle’s Center for Wooden Boats, who let me build it in their North Lake Shop. Along the way, boating legends like Russell Brown, Marty Loken, and David Bergey contributed immeasurable support, while my family and friends helped me push to get the boat done in time. I launched my boat two weeks before the race and went on to finish in 14 hours, 9 minutes, good enough for third solo and 11th overall. Not since R2AK had I felt such satisfaction and gratitude for the support and kindness of so many people. This summer, I will join Captain Coop and some friends from
R2AK in delivering Maks to the Moon, the R2AK 2018-winning Melges 32 of Team Sail Like A Girl, back from Ketchikan after this year’s race. I don’t know how I’ve let three years go by without returning to the Inside Passage, but that’s long enough. I’m already dreaming of seeing the shores, seas, and whales. With a cabin and an outboard, we plan to stay safe, take our time, and stop to explore when and where we please. Best laid plans, eh? After that, I don’t know what comes next. All I know is that when it does, I’ll have R2AK to thank for it.
Nate Rooks was raised on Bainbridge Island, WA, and now lives in Vancouver, BC. He’s Marketing Director and West Coast Video Producer for boating website OffCenterHarbor.com, where you can find videos about his R2AK and Seventy48 adventures.
Nate lived a dream by building his own boat for Seventy48.
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In fact, they were putting a reef in their main and continuing, and would go on to be the only boat in the big boat ORC class to finish the entire course. Reports from Sonic were that conditions got considerably more extreme around the island. Sonic skipper, Marek Omilian, is a veteran of the Clipper Round the World Race.
he Protection Island Race was this year’s first installment of Seattle Yacht Club’s Tri-Island Series. Every other year, the course sends racers from Shilshole, around Protection Island which is just over 10 miles west of Point Wilson, and back. The roughly 80-mile course weaves racers through the familiar waters and landmarks of the central and north Puget Sound, and is the longest Seattle-based distance race of the year. In the days leading up to this year’s run to Protection Island, variable forecasts made for some fun hypothesizing among the crews. There was a chance it would blow dogs off chains. Sure enough, it did! But it didn’t start that way. Fifty-one boats started on the north edge of the Puget Sound convergence zone. The predominant breeze would eventually be a stiff northerly, but it was shifty and stubborn filling. It’s almost poetic how little wind there was at the start, given how much there would be later. The tide for the day was a big ebb, but it hadn’t started yet, so when off the start, the game was to find the pressure and stay in it. By the time the ORC fleet had made it to Kingston, we had dug into the building northerly, and boats cycled through sail changes to their heavy air sails. On board the TP52 Glory, we were seeing some gains with our #3 jib and a full main after a pretty slow start. The sun was out, the breeze was between 18 and 25, and we were making our way north. As we approached Point No Point, the breeze had been steadily building and we started to get a read on the beating that Admiralty Inlet was about to dish out. With breeze against tide and the residual sea state from a gale that had blown all night in the Strait of Juan de Fuca, it was lumpy! The first signs of potential damage and the first retirement among the TP52s took place here, but they were on different boats. New-to-town TP52, Sonic, lost one of their jib halyards and suffered bareheaded for a moment while they got it sorted. They continued, while not long after, we noticed Smoke ease sails and sail home. We later learned that they had an issue with a running backstay that was slipping on the winch because the core had separated form the cover. Not a good look in 25+ knots. They also felt the conditions would worsen, which they did. The rest of the fleet continued north, the breeze built and all the boats were now on their heavy #4 jibs. There was a little relief from the chop along the Marrowstone shore, but by the time we were approaching Point Hudson, the waves were massive. Some experienced sailors called them the biggest they’d seen in Puget Sound. Passing Port Townsend, our sunshine gave way to a heavy cloud bank, and with it came another 10 knots of breeze. Steady 35s with puffs above was enough for Glory to pull the plug. Crossfire followed suit. After we turned south, we thought Sonic, which had been having a very good race and was likely leading on corrected time when we retired, looked to be dropping sail. JUNE 2019
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Some of the “Glory” crew getting a lively downwind sleigh ride after retiring.
He may be new to boat ownership, but those conditions, while gnarly, surely pale in comparison to some he’s seen. Sonic and Jonathan McKee’s Dark Star were the only ORC finishers. There were seven finishers among the long course boats sailing under PHRF, with class honors going to Ron Hollbrook’s J/133, Constellation, and Michael Breivik’s Beneteau 45.75, La Reve. In total, just under 40% of the boats that set out to do the long course finished. This can, of course, bring criticism from every direction – both for quitting and for staying out in those conditions. I admire those that stayed out, and have to trust that they did so calculating the potential risks. That there wasn’t more serious damage in those conditions is a testament to the strengths of boats and crews. The short course boats sailed in conditions that were less extreme, but still pretty windy. Finishing results were more common, with some tight handicap racing – less than one minute on corrected time separated two class winners, the J/105 More Jubilee and the Davidson 29 Madam Pele. story and photo by Joe Cline results on page 53 49
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The J/80 “Taj Mahal” sails a high mode during Sunday’s pleasant parade back down the Sound.
RACE to the STRAITS Equal Parts Tactical and Fun
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from start to finish. However, on a windy day the slowest rated boat might be halfway there before the fastest boat even starts! Such is the fun and challenge of RTTS. This year, all 125 spots were filled well before race day. The forecast was for light wind both days and epically bad tide on Sunday. We took a morning drive for extra fuel just in case we had to motor all the way, both ways. Luckily, they got it wrong! The start on Saturday was a bit of a drift, but once we got to Meadow Point we kept moving all day. On my Santa Cruz 27, Wild Rumpus, we tacked back to the East shore a couple times after Meadow Point. It seemed windier where we were, and we kept getting lifted so it was really hard to commit to tacking away. When we finally had to tack, there was a huge lift on starboard as well and the northeasterly had us pointing directly at the halfway mark for awhile. We reconnected with our fleet around Point No Point and somehow we were all right back in the same positions that we left each other. It was an easy crossing to Double Bluff for the half way, and most boats stayed along the Whidbey shore because the tide had turned. Boats that tacked back out to the middle were not JUNE 2019 50
Sunday morning featured a fog delay, but also a nice northerly filling in. The AP flag did little to deter the eager racers who were ready to hoist kites and head south. The return trip was much less tactical, and much more fun! It was pretty much a parade down the Sound along the west shore. We tested lots of tide lines, and boats worked the tide and wind along the beach to find their happy place. Sunday was just a great time! The Sunday’s winner, biggest boats caught the littlest the Westsail 32, boats within the last mile of the “Hula.” race. However, victory on Sunday went to Bill and Darlene Stange on their Westsail 32, Hula. They were launched with their awesome pink kite, and could not be caught! Top places for the weekend went to Matt and Mats on super tricky Schock 40, Secret Squirrel, followed in second by its soulmate from the Skiff Sailing Foundation, the Glass’s Ocelot. Third place went to a boat close to my heart, Mark Harang and Kathryn Brunette on the little Nimbus! With 125 boats, there are too many divisions and winners to list. Great job, Sloop Tavern Yacht Club!
happy with their choice. The last big challenge of the day was at Bush Point. In the scale of river rapids, Bush Point was at least a class four and not in the right direction. Watching boats going backwards quickly, we first found our anchor! We should have used it. Many skippers, myself included, hugged the beach as hard as we dared. Many boats got a light sanding on the bottom of the keel, including mine! The little boats just did not have the horsepower to push through the current, and no matter how close we cut the beach we all got spun out into the river drifting helplessly in circles. On Rumpus, we narrowly missed Farr 30 Bat Out Of Hell when we were on starboard but definitely going backwards and sideways. An interesting rights conundrum – at least we didn’t touch! Thank goodness for Dan Randolf on his Farr 30, Nefarious, who gave up on the beach and sailed out to the middle. He started moving again in the right direction, and proved that it was possible. Slow and steady, we inched our way toward Marrowstone. As fast boats like Ocelot arrived at Bush Point behind us, they just used their horsepower and glided right through, darn them! Not everyone’s efforts were rewarded. Some boats dropped out at the halfway mark, and others missed the finish deadline. The question of the night was, “Did you finish?” Always a fun time, everyone enjoyed the free drinks and yummy dinner at the Halfway Party at Northwest Maritime Center. Congratulations for the day went to Ben and Jen Glass on the Fox 44, Ocelot. They started last and finished first, passing every boat on the water! Enjoy your well-earned CSR haul out!
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Overall short course winners on the Aprhodite 101 “Elixir” leading the J/105s back into Elliott Bay.
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ind comes up, wind goes down. Sails go up, sails go down. It was that kind of day on Puget Sound for participants of Seattle Yacht Club’s Vashon Island Race. The convergence zone was a moving target with temperatures hovering in the low 80s, making for a fickle mostly downwind ride both ways for the majority of the long and short course fleets. Splendid. Mostly, anyway. Sailing aboard the Aphrodite 101, Elixir, with Megan Kogut on helm, Jarred Swalwell on the bow, and Jenna Swalin on trim, we waited out the nearly hour-long postponement off Shilshole Bay Marina until a promising flicker of northerly wind descended on the fleet. Accordingly, the race committee got the starts rolling in downwind fashion and after the big boys were off for their jaunt around the island. Then, it was on to the short course and cruising class fleets. In the light breeze, boats piled up at the favored pin end and we took a more modest approach, opting for clear air mid-line while setting the spinnaker. It wasn’t a blazing start, but it was sufficient. Shortly after the start, I knew this was going to be a race of transitions and attrition with pockets of luck sprinkled around the course for good measure. Sail a steady race, gain or hold position when the wind comes up, stay fundamentally sound and don’t try to do too much were all key to success. With an ebb tide, the fleet bunched to the east towards West Point; and though it’s always tempting to follow the herd, we stayed towards the middle. Gaining on some boats and staying even with others, the northerly wind fluctuated from 7 to 12 knots, moving us steadily south. That is, until Three Tree Point when the breeze went soft and then died. Transition ho! While approaching the mark off Point Robinson, life got painful for us and many other boats. There was essentially no wind. Westerly puffs came down off the bluff, southerly puffs worked around the point and for good measure, a few zephyrs even came our way from Des Moines to the east. We did several sail changes from spinnaker to jib and back as the wind played its games.
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Eventually, mercifully, the southwesterly kicked in and off we went around the mark and then shot north to chase the fleet. At this point our class (7) divided into east and west camps, but we weren’t keen to go either way. There was now 10 to 12 knots of wind, and the zero knot wind line loomed ahead of us like a big spider web. Biding our time, we worked the middle to see how it would fill in and then went east; which was good because the west totally shut down, leaving several boats stranded and likely frustrated. Sailing well under spinnaker, we kept up with the entire short course fleet as they waffled in light air out in front. Then, working the wind line north, we ended up catching and/or passing most of the J/105 fleet and others. From Alki to West Point, it got epic for an Aphrodite. Shifting in velocity and direction, the building wind had us on a broad reach under spinnaker and then nearly close reaching on our ear. We worked through it with solid trim and a steady helm. Ahead, though, we could see boats parking near West Point. The wind was going soft again and the now flood current appeared troublesome. Trying to stay in breeze and favorable current, we jibed towards shore and crept around the point under spinnaker, until – transition ho again! The wind went north. Our spinnaker came down while our headsail went up and we were off on a final beat. Or so we thought. While other boats tacked east, the breeze shifted right, giving us a generous lift and we fetched the finish line in a pack of boats that we probably shouldn’t have been with at that point. In the end, Elixir won the overall short course and though luck certainly had a hand in the results (doesn’t it always?), our crew was patient with the breeze, took what we were given, and sailed the boat well. A winning formula, to be sure. by Andy Cross and Megan Kogut photo by David Stinson results page 53 52
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53 RACE RESULTS PROTECTION ISLAND – SYC TRI-ISLAND #1 Pl. Boat Type CLASS 0: ORC LONG
Boat Name
Skipper / Helm
1
Sonic
TP52
Marek Omilian
1
Dark Star
Bieker 44
Jonathan McKee
1 2 3
Constellation Freja Iris
J133 Aerodyne 43 Jeanneau 51
Ron Holbrook Jonathan Cruse John Sheppard
1 2 3 4 5
La Reve Lodos DarkSide Dazed & Confused Serenity
Beneteau 45.75 J109 Schock 35 Olson 30 Beneteau 46
Michael Breivik Tolga Cezik Nicholas Leede Duncan Smith Victor Mushkatin
1 2 3 4
Different Drummer Overtime Francy Gusto
Wauqieuz 40s Ross 930T Thomas 35 Swan 441
Charles Hill Julie Renick/Ed Snyders Gay Morris Holm Albrecht
1 2 3 4 5
More Jubilee Panic Creative Jaded Puff
J 105 J 105 J 105 J 105 J 105
Erik Kristen Chuck Stephens/Iain Christenson Al Hughes/Shauna Walgren Chris Phoenix Steve Summers
1 2 3 4 5 6
Madame Pele Charlotte Oxomoxo Kiwi Express Nor'wester Vigilant
Davidson 29 Quest 30 Swan 391 Farr 10202 C&C 38-2 NAVY 44
Tom Andrewes Allen Johnson Doug Frazer Reinhard Freywald John Neesz Riley Turk
1
Amoretto
Jeanneau 30
Marty Bower
CLASS 1: ORC LONG CLASS 2: PHRF LONG
CLASS 3: PHRF LONG
CLASS 5: PHRF SHORT
CLASS 6: J/105 SHORT
CLASS 7: PHRF SHORT
CLASS 8: CRUISER/RACER
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PROTECTION ISLAND, CONTINUED Pl. Boat Type
Boat Name
Skipper / Helm
2 3 4 5 6
Bavaria 38 Norlin 34 XCal 40 Catalina 36Mk2 Beneteau 345
Jim Medley Phil Calvert Roger Deitz Jeff Blyth Tom Leonard
Puffin Runaway White Squall Mata Hari Lightfoot
VASHON ISLAND – SYC TRI-ISLAND #2 Pl. Boat Type CLASS 0: ORC LONG
Boat Name
Skipper / Helm
1 2 3 4 5
Smoke Sonic Mist Crossfire Glory
TP52 TP52 TP52 Reichel/Pugh 55 TP52
Steve Travis Marek Omilian Steve Johnson Lou Bianco John Buchan
1 2
Eye Candy Ocelot
Farr 395 Fox 44
James Marta Ben Glass
1 2 3 4 5 6
Freja Absolutely Constellation Madrona with Grace Bravo Zulu
Aerodyne 43 Farr 39 ML J133 Custom 40 J120 Beneteau 40.7
Jonathan Cruse Charlie Macaulay Ron Holbrook Carl Buchan Mark Liffring/Chris Johnson Clifton Teschke
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 8 8
Lodos Elusive Solution Red Sky Perplexity DarkSide Dazed & Confused La Reve Serenity Image Finale
J109 C&C 115
CLASS 1: ORC LONG CLASS 2: PHRF LONG
CLASS 3: PHRF LONG
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Tolga Cezik Jeff Whitney Tyson Varosyan Wauquiez Cent. Will Blakemore Express 37 John Wilkerson Schock 35 Nicholas Leede Olson 30 Duncan Smith Beneteau 45.75 Michael Breivik Beneteau 46 Victor Mushkatin Catalina 38 MarcAndrea Klimaschewski Swan 47 Roger Hills
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VASHON ISLAND, CONTINUED Pl. Boat Type
Boat Name
Skipper / Helm
CLASS 4: SPORT BOAT SHORT
1
Anarchy
Flying Tiger 10M Tom Ward
1 2 3 4 5
Dash Different Drummer Gusto Karma Overtime
J33 Wauqieuz 40s Swan 441 Dash 34 Ross 930T
Stephanie Arnold/Chuck Queen Charles Hill Holm Albrecht Ken Orlob Julie Renick/Ed Snyders
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
More Jubilee Creative Jaded Liftoff Panic Avalanche Puff
J105 J105 J105 J105 J105 J105 J105
Erik Kristen Al Hughes/Shauna Walgren Chris Phoenix Jeffrey Pace Chuck Stephens/Iain Christenson Jeremy Boynes Steve Summers
1 2 3 4
Elixir Madame Pele Charlotte Kiwi Express
Aphrodite 101 Davidson 29 Quest 30 Farr 10202
Megan Kogut Tom Andrewes Allen Johnson Reinhard Freywald
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Green Flash Puffin White Squall Lightfoot Amoretto Runaway Tourist AlHiin Mata Hari Mangata
Crowther 42 Bavaria 38 XCal 40 Beneteau 345 Jeanneau 30 Norlin 34 J100 Dehler 34 Catalina 36Mk2 Cataline 380
James Miller Jim Medley Roger Deitz Tom Leonard Marty Bower Phil Calvert William Daniel Daniel Rees Jeff Blyth Steve Zeliadt
CLASS 5: PHRF SHORT
CLASS 6: J/105 SHORT
CLASS 7: PHRF SHORT
CLASS 8: CRUISER/RACER
RACE TO THE STRAITS Pl. Boat Name
Skipper
CLASS 1 - SINGLE HANDED NON-FLYING SAILS
Boat Type
1
Dragonfly
David Miller
1969 Columbia 26 Mk II
1 2 3 4 5
Sunbreak Blue Lullaby Inara Zephyrus Discovery
Jeff Small John H Endresen Michelle Mathison Gabriel Cain Nancy Collins
Tartan 28 Newport 28-2 Catalina 30 Albin Vega Ericson
1 2 3 4 5
Grayling Delightful Priorities Misty Blue Tsunami
Duke H Phan Geoff Winslow Wayne Foley Scott Wisenburg Michele Trombey
Q-Class Ericson 32 Cal 31 Catalina 380 Tartan
1 2 3 4 5
Great White Rock Lobster Namaste Mer Wholesome 30
Dan Wierman Trent Piepho Kevin Callahan Scott Durham Jan Thijssen
J/35 San Juan 7.7 J/80 Hanse 415 Olson 30
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Where's The Beef? Wavelength Aquavit Water Street Hula True North Reverie
Anthony Au Eric Dunkel David Sinson Mark Jackson Bill/Darlene Stange Andy Schmidt Jeff Snell
Ranger 26 Ranger 29 Interational Folkboat Cal 2-24 Westsail 32 Pearson 28-2 Dufour 31
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Nimbus Moonshine Selchie Flyer Little White Rabbit Taxi Lekker
Mark Harang Bill Fraser Kwadwo Copeland Scott Galbraith Bill Wood Arkadiy Tseytlin Helgi Felixson
Evelyn 26 Yankee 30 Thunderbird J/24 Merit 25 Catalina Capri 25 San Juan 28
1 2 3
Morphine More Uff Da Amorillo
Nick Farley Ben Braden Clint Tseng
Moore 24 Moore 24-1 Moore 24
1
Velella
Ryan Helling
Wylie 31
CLASS 2 - DOUBLE HANDED NON-FLYING SAILS
CLASS 3 - DOUBLE HANDED NON-FLYING SAILS
CLASS 4 - SINGLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
CLASS 5 - DOUBLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
CLASS 6 - DOUBLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
CLASS 7 - DOUBLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
CLASS 8 - DOUBLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
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RACE TO THE STRAITS, CONTINUED Pl. Boat Name
Skipper
Boat Type
2 3 4 5 6 7
My Diana Callisto Impulsive Sea Haven Kamoon Bardo
Jesse A James David Kenny Ulf Georg Gwildis Cary Kaczowka Michael Taft Greg Davenport
31' Irwin Citation Ranger 33 J/30 Catalina 34 Jeanneau Catalina 36
1 2 3 4 5 6
Wild Rumpus Lxiii (63) Wizard Elixir Thumper The Banana Stand
Stephanie C Schwenk Dennis Clark Leo Morales Jarred Swalwell Erik Hauge Adam Yuret
Santa Cruz 27 J/27 J/27 Aphrodite 101 Express 27 Santa Cruz 27
1 2 3 4
Taj Mahal Uproar Underdog Rush
David Schutte Morris Lowitz Lek Dimarucot Phillip Dean
J/80 J/80 J/80 J/80
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Kiwi Express Slick Distance Corsair Outrider 20degrees Skana II
Reinhard Freywald Chistine Nelson Kevin Dolan Gary Seibert Anthony Peto Duncan Chalmers Philippe Lindheimer
Farr 1020 J/29 Buchan 37 Hanse 411 1985 Beneteau First 375 Wylie 34 Sabre 386
1 2 3 4 5
Scoundrel Poke & Destroy Dazed & Confused Spirit Of '96 Tipsy Gypsy
Andrew Nelson Alex P Simanis Duncan Smith Ben Kershner Wendell Gregory
Olson 30 Evelyn 32-2 Olson 30 Melges 24 Soverell
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Victoria Innamorata Different Drummer Sir Isaac Gusto Swaloon Slow Loris
Aj Mallory Robert Morton Charles Hill John Bailey Beth Miller Jenna Swalin John Kazaras/Geoff Wolf
C&C 99 Islander 40 Wauqueiz Centurion 40s Custom Schooner Swan 441 C&C 37/40+ Chaote 40
1 2 3 4
Moose Unknown Dulcinea Peer Gynt Last Tango
John Aitchison Matthew Gardner-Brown Sara Billey Buckey
J/105 J/105 J/105 J/105
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Eclipse Selah Solution Tantivy Darkside Perplexity Lodos Zig Zag Lapa
Kirk Fraser Tad Fairbank Tyson Varosyan Stuart Burnell Nicholas Leede John Wilkerson Tolga Cezik Aaron Michael Campbell
J/109-2 J/100 J/35 J/109 Schock 35 Express 37 J/109 Tartan 101 J/109
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Gray Wolf Shearwater Maya Hinzite First Light Flying Colors Thomas Raschko
Evgeniy Goussev Chris & Justin Wolfe Alan Lubner Hinze / Butler Dorr Anderson John Fletcher Thomas Raschko
Custom 40 J/120 Dehler 46 J/120 Beneteau 47.7 Sunfast 3600 Dehler 38c
1 2 3 4 5 6
Square One Warcanoe Nefarious Bat Out Of Hell Anarchy Tigger
Campbell & Miles Michael A Goldfarb Daniel Randolph Lance Staughton Tom Ward Cody Pinion
Farr 30 Farr 30 Farr 30 Farr 30 Flying Tiger Flying Tiger
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Secret Squrriel Ocelot Madrona Hydra Freja Grace Ace
Matt Pistay Sea Cock 40 Jennifer Glass Sloop Lindsay Bergan Custom 40 Bryan Agnetta King 40 Jonathan Cruse Aerodyne 43 Andy Mack J/122 Zig & Stephanie Burzycki Farr 395
1 2
Aliikai Escape
Dougie Barlow Yury Palatnik
CLASS 9 - DOUBLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
CLASS 10 - DOUBLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
CLASS 11 - DOUBLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
CLASS 12 - DOUBLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
CLASS 13 - DOUBLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
CLASS 14 - DOUBLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
CLASS 15 - DOUBLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
CLASS 16 - DOUBLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
CLASS 17 - DOUBLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
CLASS 18 - DOUBLE HANDED FLYING SAILS
CLASS 19 - DOUBLE HANDED FS MULTIHULLS
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Classifieds
PEARSON 40 1980 Classic flush-deck centerboard sloop ready for cruising! Hot & cold pressure water. Head w/ sink, shower & ElectraSan treatment. 6 cu/ft refrigeration[Sea Frost], forced air propane heat, 3 burner stove w/oven, GPS, 2 DS, VHF, knotmeter. Hood full-batten, double reef main. Full hoist 120% furling genoa w/Stearns rod furler, 150 genoa, 8 Lewmar winches + power windlass. Info at (971) 533-3599. $49,500.
1990 ISLAND PACKET 32 Puffin is a lovingly maintained, Alaska proven, sea friendly, cutter rigged cruiser. LOA: 35'. Full cockpit enclosure, removable davits, 9' Avon w/ 9.8 Nissan. Full boat cover. Sails: 150, 110 & asymmetrical spinnaker. Radar, chartplotter, 390 AH battery housebank, 40 amp charger & 100 amp Balmar alternator. Espar furnace. 33lb Bruce anchor w/ 200' 5/16" chain & 200' rode, Simpson-Lawrence windlass. Located: Bellingham WA. $74,000 (360) 756-2230 or 2outsailing@comcast.net
$45,000 - 1988 CASCADE 42 HS Built by experienced sailor William Niles and sailed extensively. Can be enjoyed now but needs a few upgrades for extended voyages. Contact propman@live.com for pics and info. Two years moorage included. Located in Astoria, Oregon.
2002 BENETEAU 393 This well equipped sailboat is setup for cruising local waters or to Alaska and beyond. It features the spacious, very well designed two cabin, two head layout. A full enclosure and Dickinson heater extends your cruising season, keeping you comfortable in all weather. $110,000. For more info, call (778) 269-1012 or via email at sv.splendid.mane@gmail.com
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SCEPTRE 41 1986 W/ STAYSAIL “Built like a TANK, Sails like a DREAM!” Made in Canada with German engineering, Betelgeuse is a sleek, comfortable and fast sailing bluewater wonder. New Raymarine chart plotter with HD Color Radar (gimbaled). New Eberspächer forced air cabin heat, MAGNUM 2000W INVERTER, new SS lifelines, gennaker, drifter, boom furling, quick release staysail, pressured hot water, Yanmar 50 HP turbocharged diesel, feathering prop and new Hydrovane autopilot system that will take you to Tahiti, and beyond. $149K. More info at (206)459-6316 or jason2hawks@gmail.com
JEANNEAU SO 45.2 OWNERS VERSION - $149,500 Bristol condition, built in 2000, E97 Raymarine chartplotter, fish-finder, 20m color radar, sea talk, wind. LaFabrica dodger, bimini, Strataglass windows, 316SS frames. Windows and winch covers, Teak cockpit table and stainless dorades. Harken winches, Mediterranean rear entry with twin leather covered helms, fresh Pettit Trinidad bottom paint, Prop Gold on shaft and folding Max-Prop. Extra sails, full batten main, 130 Genoa, Tri-Radial Spinnaker email a64me@yahoo.com. Call (360) 306-0953 for more information and photos.
45' JEANNEAU SUN ODYSSEY 1995 - $125,000
RHODES 22 SAILBOAT The Roles Royce of 22 footers. Advertised as Nonsinkable, Non-capsizable under sail. Comes with a double axle trailer. Inner mast furling, 185 genoa. All lines lead to the cockpit. Keel – centerboard. Shoal draft 20”. Beach-able. Kick up rudder. Double Axle trailer. Pop top Enclosure. Cockpit Enclosure, Cushions. Bimini. Asymmetrical spinnaker. 20-gal water tank. Two burner stove. Porta-Potty. Shore power & Two 12volt batteries. $10,900. For more information call (509) 592-5321 or email caesarpaul01@yahoo.com
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Rare four cabin model, 65HP Yanmar, classic main, furling jib, open salon interior, dual heads, Raymarine full electronics package, huge cockpit with bimini and dual helms, dinghy, outboard. Cruise ready, in charter currently with 2019 bookings, great revenue opportunity. Recently surveyed. San Juan Sailing - Bellingham, WA brokerage@sanjuansailing.com 360-671-0829 55
NOE MAR SEAGOER YAWL www.yawlnoemar.blogspot.com. 34 ft Seagoer Yawl Located at Port Hadlock, WA Slip B-7. $32,900. Reduced due to illness...Ocean Ready! Check the blog or email Sbirdscott@gmail.com
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BOATS FOR SALE
BOATS FOR SALE
BOATS FOR SALE
60’ TRADITIONAL SCHOONER 2000 Sturdy coastal/offshore cruiser. 85 HP Detroit diesel (1,200 mile range.) 400 gallon water, solar panels, wind charger, deck engine with fire and bilge pump, Furuno radar, GPS. Comnav autopilot, 12 volt fridge/freezer. Sleeps 6. Ready to go www.graildancer.ca $159,000 CDN.
1974 50’ CHALLENGER PILOTHOUSE Heavy duty solid fiberglass. Washer/dryer. Thruster. Electric winches. 2 heads. Shower and tub. Flat screen TV. Roller furling. 450 gallon diesel fuel. Aluminum mast/davits. More. Great headroom and layout. Stand up engine room. Excellent Northwest boat. Moorage in Bremerton next to Seattle fast ferry. Liveaboard friendly. For more info, call (253) 224-8538. $145,000.
COMFORTABLE BLUEWATER SLOOP U.S. documented. 1982 Challenger hull, FRP/Carbon fiber. 40’x12’9”x 34 gross tons. Aluminum spars. good sails. Solid teak interior. Head. Force 10 propane. Isuzu 60 HP main. Renault 10 HP auxiliary. Air/ generator. CQR and Bruce w/chain. McMurry anchor windlass. Hydrovane & Autohelm. Radar etc. Achilles HB inflatable. Survey. $40K. For more info or with questions, please call (360) 808-9085.
TRANSPAC 49’ MARK II 1986 KETCH SAILBOAT Fiberglass bluewater cruiser with AB 10’ tender and 15 HP Mercury. Warm teak roomy interior, 3 cabin, 2 heads, large aft master with 3 stern windows, separate shower, spacious teak decks, walk in engine room with bench, 135hp Ford Lehman, 5kw genset, roller furling jib, radar, VHF, chartplotter, Espar furnance, battery charger, 120v refer/freezer, masterflush, max prop, hydraulic steering $179,000 OBO. For more info, call (206) 387-6143 or pamelajgin@gmail.com
39’ DOUBLE ENDED AUXILIARY CUTTER WITH PILOTHOUSE & AFT CABIN Custom design, stripped planked red cedar on oak, 1968, by Derek Verhey, BC, Canada. Long Pacific coastal sailing history & 30 year live aboard. Medical issues prevent proper care after 40+ years of ownership. Overall condition good, but cosmetic work required. Berthed in San Rafael, CA. Details & 27 photos at gregstach@att.net
1979 DOUG PETERSON 46’ IOR RACE/CRUISER (FORMALLY KNOWN AS GHOST) Multiple headsails, triple reef 10 ply main sail, spinnaker, Perkins 4-108, 19” Max propeller, four blade feathering, solar panels(180 watt each), 4-man life raft, self inflating M.O.B Dan Buoy system, life jackets, lazy jacks, clips and harnesses, dinghy/outboard, Fuel(2)35 gallon Water(2)35 gallon tanks Located in Sitka, Alaska. Call (206) 730-3369 / email april_tori@yahoo.com
CLASSIC WOODEN BOAT Winthrop Warner design. 23’3” x7’6” sloop. Cedar planks on mahogany frames. New EZ Loader trailer. 3 year old Tohatsu 6 HP saildrive outboard. VHF radio, depth sounder. Mantus and Danforth anchors. Main, jib: fair. Genoa, storm jib: good. 2 burner Origo cookstove, wood burning heat stove. 2 berths. Moored in Mystery Bay, Nordland, WA. $16,000. svchickadee@gmail.com for more info.
AURORA 21 - 1965 Built by Wesco, hull #46, daysailer/mini-cruiser. Trunk-cabin version of Victory 21 sloop racing design. Many upgrades include new hardware, built-in cabin shelving, and 4 ports forward that allow inside piloting. 2 mainsails, 2 jibs. 2012 Tohatsu 4-cycle outboard. Moored at Shilshole Bay Marina. $5,000. Call (206) 330-4731 or email blue_tarp@hotmail.com.
CROWN 34 WITH GREAT RACE RECORD I’m selling a Crown 34 (made in Canada) I bought and repaired last July. It comes with lots of gear. 10 sails, radar, autopilot, Force 10 heater, fridge, VHF, SSB antenna, depth sounder, dodger, bimini, new running rigging, new bottom paint, and more. $18,500. For info, please call (360) 516-7175.
CT 38 1986 TA CHAIO, WARWICK Aluminum mast, roller furling, Northern sails. 2-speed self tailing Barlow winches (6). Fin keel. 11’6” beam. Teak deck, beautiful polished teak salon with fine cabinetry, exceptional storage, 6’7” headroom. Sleeps 5, water 128 gal S.S. (2). Yanmar 3QM30 diesel, 58 gal S.S tanks. $45,000 Newport, OR. Please text or call (503) 544-6908.
1979 CAPE GEORGE 31 One owner. Well maintained. Dry dock 4/18. New sail made in New Zealand. Cruised extensively to New Zealand and Japan. Sabb 10 HP diesel. Refrigeration, solar, steering vane, roller furling, self tailing winches. Call/email (808) 937-2423, Keaaurudy@gmail.com for photos, more info.
1981 CREALOCK 37 This Pacific Seacraft 37 is ready to go to Hawaii, Mexico, or Around. Solar panels, radar, chart plotter, heat, refir, Doyle Stac-Pak, windvane, autopilot and watermaker. Safe and strong cruiser in immaculate condition. Call Michael at (206) 940-8311. Pictures and specs available upon request. $89,950.
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NAIAD 18 DAYSAILER - $10,000 WHIDBEY ISLAND A Mark Ellis design based on the larger Nonsuch wishbone-rigged fiberglass catboats, this boat is one of 20 built by Luna Yachts of Ontario in 1986. Included is a custom-built King galvanized trailer and 2 HP Honda outboard. More photos available. Specs at sailboatdata.com/viewrecord.asp?class_id=5962 Contact naiad18@whidbey.com
WEST WIGHT POTTER 19 - 2000 19’ Potter w/ galvanized trailer, 6 HP 2-cyl outboard, roller furling jib, topping lift, mast raising kit, opening portlights, compass, cockpit cushions, battery, cabin lights, solar panel, Porta-Potty, potable water bladder, butane stove, docklines, fenders, and canvas storage cover. Stored near Sequim, WA, $4500. k7el@arrl.net
ISLANDER FREEPORT Illness forces sale. Owner built sailboat with excellent carpentry. Interior is in fantastic condition. Includes 4 person dinghy 10HP OB. Great liveaboard and ready to cruise. Roller furling with complete set of sail covers. Canvas covers for all external woodwork. Full cockpit enclosure. Engine is Nissan MN633. Farymann diesel generator. Maxwell electric windlass. Full set of tools included. Boat has not had any rough sailing. Radar R10X raster scan. Hot water heater and dryer. Sleeps 6. Moored in Lake Union. $79,000. For more info contact or (206) 579-0187. Alternatively via email at rexcnanw@msn.com
1930 JOHN ALDEN SCHOONER - DAUNTLESS This classic yacht is 61’ on deck and includes a full complement of sails and equipment. In 2016 she had an extensive structural upgrade restoration including new stem, frames, floors, and chain plates. Located in San Diego, California. History, specifications, galleries, surveys and contact information readily available at www.schoonerdauntless.com
READY TO CROSS AN OCEAN! 36’ bluewater steel cutter, Moitessier/Hutton designed, built by Tern Marine/Hawaii. Diesel engine and heater, windvane, solar, gennaker, new transmission, great bottom, very comfortable and incredibly well cared for. Lying Port Townsend. For details, links and photos visit svbluewater.com
S2 6.9 RACER/CRUISER LIKE NEW Better than new, trailer-able, high quality!! 7 instruments, 4 winches, 12 rope clutches, very good jib,genoa,main spinnaker. Lewmar hatch, Yamaha 6 HP, shorepower/battery charger, Autohelm, VHF, stereo, Porta-Potty, double tuffluff, 12v and manual bilge pumps, icebox, single burner stove, epoxy barrier coat, Vivid bottompaint, anchor and rode, stern ladder, lifesling, tiller extension, many extras and spares. Best 6.9 on the planet. Trailer. $7,500. (206) 605-2650. Via email at tony.billera@gmail.com
KELLY-PETERSON 44, SAN DIEGO, $115,000 Classic and proven cruiser, last KP44 built. In very good condition w/ 75 hp Yanmar and many other upgrades. This vessel is perfect for the HaHa or going on around the world. Please contact at bnealsails@yahoo.com or (619) 519-1009.
CATALINA 22 MKII WING KEEL 2001 Catalina 22 sailboat with wing keel and trailer. Sand blasted and 2 gal. of 2 part epoxy sprayed. 8 HP Honda, Boat of the Year in 2001. Autopilot, trailer raft, with engine, sails restored, 2 anchors, life jackets, flares, fresh bottom paint, led cabin lights, netting around deck, gin pole for raising the mast. Rolling fuller front genny. This boat is a cruiser. BBQ and many items for sailing. For info, please contact Scott at sailor28@ frontier.com. Asking $8,500.
THISTLE 17 FT FIBERGLASS Greatly loved class racer 4 mains 2 jibs 2 spinnakers aluminum mast Minnkota electric motor and boat trailer $1,500. (253)345-0017.
34' GEMINI 105 MC – 2006 1982 CASCADE 36 Strong cruising boat commissioned for Northwest cruising. Great liveaboard, single hander, or couple’s vessel. Hard dodger and fully enclosed heated cockpit. Solar and wind power. Radar, VHF, Ham, GPS, diesel heat, refer, H/C pressure water. Monitor windvane, Link 2000 battery monitor, 3-stage charger/inverter, stereo, electric windlass, Yanmar YM-30 (approx. 2700 hrs). Dripless shaftseal, max prop. Headsail furling, removable inner forestay for cutter rigging, EZ jacks, cruising spinnaker, storm sails, staysail, yankee, and lapper. $42,000. (360) 317-5177 or (360) 378-7693 or at dtdestiny083@gmail.com
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1981 38’ ERICSON SLOOP 4 cylinder diesel. 750 hours. 54 gallon fuel, 90 gallon water. Roller furling, full batten main. S.T. Winches, lines lead aft. Electric windlass, 200’ 5/16 Hi-test chain. Freshwater wash down. 33lb. claw anchor. New Garmin radar, Garmin Chart plotter, AIS, below deck autopilot. VHF. New AC panel, 2000 watt inverter. Microwave, Force 10 stove/oven, double propane tanks. New freezer/refrigerator. Head with separate shower. 25 gallon holding tank. Dodger, teak floors, Berthed at John Wayne Marina, Sequim, WA. $55,000. For more info, call (360) 774-0915 or (360) 774-0912.
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A wonderfully nimble, stable catamaran with three staterooms, single head, central salon table, screecher sail / rig and fully enclosed cockpit. Extras include a secondary anchor, handheld VHF and spare starter/alternator. Professionally maintained. Recently surveyed and major findings addressed by the Owner. - $104,000
San Juan Sailing - Bellingham, WA brokerage@sanjuansailing.com 360-671-0829 48º NORTH
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1973 THUNDERBIRD 26’ SAILBOAT Has two sets of sails, Honda 4-stroke 9.9 horsepower outboard, custom trailer with hitch, instrument panel (boat speed, wind speed, wind direction, etc.). Previously was raced in T-Bird championships. Boat has not been in water since applying gelcoat. $6,000 OBO. (541) 221-8373
GAFF YAWL S/V AEOLUS Coolidge 1933 Puget Sound Gaff Yawl, s/v Aeolus. Local Puget Sound classic. Heavy scantlings, fir on oak. Gaff main. Westerbeke 21 diesel, new rebuilt transmission. Contact for full set of pictures, plans, and video. Good condition...fully operational... Asking $12,500. For more info, call (206) 665-6718.
1989 PACIFIC SEACRAFT 37 Located Portland, Oregon. $115,000. Newer AGM batteries; inverter/charger; wind generator; solar panels; watermaker; liferaft; knot, depth, wind instruments; autopilot; Garmin radar, AIS, chartplotter, VHF; ICOM M802 SSB; computer; Monitor; EPIRB; Yanmar 40 HP; 40 gallons fuel; 80 gallons water; MaxProp; 8 sails; running/standing rigging replaced 2013. Contact via phone at (904) 728-9199 or sv.annamarie@gmail.com
1981 CUSTOM FORMOSA 46' - $88000 The ESCAPADE. Escapade means to Escape with Adventure- this vessel has delivered. Why now? The dream/passion is not gone but the season of life changes. My children are long from the nest and years have rolled along. Aliments of age, I do not have enough time and energy to devote to her. With heavy heart I must find her a good home. Doug Peterson Design. $88,000. For more details: (360)385-4451 or https://sites.google.com/site/formosafortysix/home
2000 TOMCAT 20' CATAMARAN Excellent condition, $25,000. Accommodates 8. Includes mainsail, jib, and genoa; Yamaha 9.9hp outboard; dual rudders with wheel and tiller steering; bimini top; ST60 Tridata instruments; compass; trailer; anchor with chain and much more. Located in Lake Almanor, CA; For more info contact (650)924-0849 or mjpboat.6.2@gmail.com
J/35 FOR SALE The J/35 "Taking Off" is for sale. Put up the spinnaker in some big air and you'll think that you are "Taking Off". Too many details for this small ad, so contact me at engbrechtrj@gmail.com, if you're interested. Asking $18,000. Yes, I think it can still beat a J/109.
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CONCORDIA 31 SLOOP Classic Yacht. Very good condition. Repowered Yanmar 30 HP low hours. Equipped to cruise the Inside Passage. Lying Friday Harbor - slip available. $30,000. Contact via phone at (360)378-5224 or via email at chms@rockisland.com for photos.
2005 35’ J/109 – $149,000 VIENTO is one of the cleanest and best-maintained J/109’s available. She is comprehensively equipped with many recent updates to her sail inventory (North 3Di), running rigging, canvas, and electronics. Her low hour Yanmar 3YM30 engine runs perfectly! VIENTO has been day sailed and VERY lightly raced making her a beautiful exceptionally clean example of this desirable racer cruiser. Extensive equipment list upon request. Call/text Mike at 503-757-0358 or Email: mkfarthing@comcast.net. Or view our website at photos.app.goo.gl/3GtAQ2w37HuSF1aM7
AMEL SUPER MARAMU FOR SALE IN PACIFIC NORTHWEST, RARE OPPORTUNITY! Yacht en-route to Seattle and available for showing from April 8th. Full details https://www.boats.com/ sailing-boats/1996-amel-super-maramu-6969866
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FRERS 30 Sailing World Boat of the Year in 1988. Great racer cruiser. Comfortable with nice teak interior and 6 ft headroom. PHRF 132 is national average. New Sobstad racing sails, including carbon genoa in last two seasons. Many older sails. On Flathead Lake, Montana. Always a freshwater boat. Fair bottom. No blisters or other problems. Transport in Pacific NW for cost of diesel and permits. Contact William Brown 406-240-5667 or email mthorsevet@gmail.com.
DOCUMENTED 1971 CASCADE 42
Center cockpit, aft cabin. Includes radar, gps, autopilot, marine radio and handheld. Inflatable tender and kayak Sleeps 7. 7' headroom South Pacific veteran. Singlehanded rigging. $25,900 OBO. Call (435)772-5394 or (360)460-9671.
LAKE UNION FLYER 30
Cold molded fast fun ultralight sailboat built on Lake Union! 30 Feet, 3000lb, perfect for dry sailing with double axle trailer and lots of sails! Set up for masthead spinnaker. Epoxy bottom, new Harken winches. Super fun on the runs! $9500. Email brian@halanse.com
JUNE 2019
BOATS FOR SALE
BOATS FOR SALE
MOORAGE
1968 COLUMBIA 36 Well equipped Columbia 36 raced and sailed around Puget Sound for years. Good overall shape. Well equipped, GPS, VHF, radar, 33# Rocna anchor. Equipment list on request. Slip is available with sale of boat. Contact Jim at rhaberler_5@Hotmail.com
23' CALKINS BARTENDER W/ EZ LOADER TRAILER Purchased from George Calkins in 2008. Fresh Paint June 2018, Surveyed, Sept. 2018. $68,000.00 Replacement Value. Asking $20,000.00. Call Bill at (559) 805-5445 with your offer. Please, serious inquiries only.
HAYDEN BAY - COLUMBIA RIVER Two (2) slips of 30' available now! Each for $150 per month, or both slips together for $300. This safe, and extremely secure marina has views of the Columbia River. Utilities available, but no liveaboards. Call Nancy at (360) 904-8349 or Terry at (503) 799-3695 for more information.
PARTNERSHIPS
1991 HUNTER LEGEND 43 Excellent Condition. Full batten main with dutchman flaking system, electric winch uphaul. 50 HP Yanmar diesel, only 3800hrs, inverter, bow thruster, Maxprop, winged keel. Very bright and spacious, 6'6" headroom. 3 cabins, 2 heads. New DC system and holding tank. Recent survey, rigging inspection and engine overhaul. 10' WB dinghy, 8 HP nissan outboard. $89,500. For info please contact dhallaran@gmail.com
27' TUMLAREN Knud Reimers designed Tumlaren, cold molded, new sails, rigging, electrical, bilge, cushions, canvas, Torqeedo, Tohatsu 6 HP Outboard and more. Complete refit 2016. See www.tumlaren4sale.com for more info and pictures. Or with questions, please contact Mark (206) 852-2278. Currently offered at $26,000.
HUNTER 340 PARTNERSHIP Boat partnership in a 34’ 2001 Hunter 340 sailboat now available. 1/3 share is $20,000 with approximately $250 per month for moorage and operational expenses. Prospective partner requires US Sailing Basic Keelboat and Basic Cruising certifications or equivalent experience. This stable partnership has existed since 2007. Contact lrschultz@comcast.net
EQUIPMENT
EQUIPMENT 44FT 10IN PEARSON COUNTESS John Alden Design. Full Batten Main. Selden boom Selden rodkicker with excellent reefing system. Harkens furling gear. 90 Yankee 150 genoa geneker all excellent. Autopilot 6000 and 4000. Radar Furuno 1800, two Garmin GPS, 8KW Northern Light Genset , 90 HP Ford Lehman engine, water maker. 280 gal fuel Max-Prop, full canvas for tropics. Givens 6 man life raft and much more. $49,000. Call (253) 509-0699. To much to list or email jeglumsaragasso@aol.com
1981 CATALINA 30 Asking $14,500, Negotiable. CUSTOM solid teak interior. New roller furling, all new electric and panel. Many upgrades! Anacortes moorage available. Tripolyurethane paint. Never a blister! CALL for Details (360)540-7070.
MOORAGE
CASSENS & PLATH ULTRA SEXTANT Beautiful C&S Ultra Sextant. Original wood case and additional waterproof travel case. Approx 2002. $800. For more info, please email barton.waring@gmail.com NORTHWEST CHARTS I have charts of Western Canada & Alaska wishing to trade for charts of Mexico, Central America, South Pacific. Sell or trade. Call Bill at (503) 351-6400.
MOORAGE/ANACORTES, WA
WORLD ADVENTURE LIVE ABOARD 56' FRP Skookum Motorsail Ketch. Aluminum masts/ spars. New North roller furling sails. Eight 12-VDC Barient winches. Solid teak/mahogany interior. Queen master, two heads, separate large shower, full laundry. 1500 fuel-1000 water. Thompson anchor winch, stainless wire rope w/CQR plow, #12Fulfjord anchors. Six man Elliot raft. $185K/offer Bob (360) 808-9085/ bkmonty@nikola.comm
JUNE 2019
Great Opportunity to own premium slips in Skyline Marina Division 22, easy access to the San Juan Islands. Slip TDO90 Division 22, 48’LOA (44’+ 4’x18’) $150,000. TDN38 and TDN39 are 44’LOA (40’+4’x18’) $140,000 each. Full service marina w/ secure gate. Amenities include bathroom/shower, laundry, parking, power and water!
Caroline Baumann - (360) 202-7327 caroline@windermere.com
Windermere Real Estate - Anacortes Properties
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C&C 110 MAIN & ASYM.SPINNAKER Midweight AIRFORCE cruising asymmetrical spinnaker I:51’ J:19’ red, white and blue tri-radial. Luff 50’10”, Leech 46’4”, Foot 30’7”. Great condition, no patches. $785. Boat came w/ 4, had to get rid of 2. Dacron North Sails double reef main great condition, no patches. 44’6”x15’3”. Battens not included. $325 OBO. Please call (360) 259-6524–text or leave message, night shift worker. Have a blessed day.
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Kirie 850 Carrera 290 Baba Catalina Catalina 30 Catalina Sloop Catalina Tall Rig Dufour Arpege Fisher Henderson J/95 New Olson Catalina Beneteau Oc. Cal Sloop Cape George Corsair 970 Sport Evelyn Gulf PH Gulf Pilothouse Irwin Sloop Islander Islander J/97e New
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J/99 New Laurin Koster Nor'Star Cascade Cutter Hunter 326 Kyrie Elite eSailing Yacht Larson Legendary Ketch Nantucket Nauticat PH Tartan 101 Wauquiez Beneteau 331 Hunter Yamaha Freedom Cat Ketch C&C C&C 34 Columbia 34 Dash Gambling 34 Gemini Gemini 105 MC
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Ericson 34 1988 $58,900
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34' Hallberg Rassy 34' Hunter 34' Hunter 356 34' J/105 Shoal Daft 34' Jeanneau 349 34' Tartan 345 34' Tartan T34C 34' Alsea Bay 34' Catalina 34' Ericson 35' Alberg 35' Beneteau 35' Beneteau 35' Beneteau 35.1 35' Beneteau 351 35' CAL 35' Cheoy Lee 35' Elan E4 35' Hunter Leg. 35.5 35' J-35 35' Jason Brewer 35 35' Nauticat 35 35' Trident Voyager PH 35' Wauquiez 35' Beneteau 350 35' Beneteau Oc. 35.1 35' Young Sun Cutter 36' B. Roberts Spray 36' C&C 110 36' Cal 36' Cape George PH 36 36' Catalina 36' Catalina MK ll 36' Catalina Sloop 36' Cheoy Lee 36' Colvin Pinky Sch. 36' Islander Sloop 36' J/111 New 36' J/112e New 36' Pearson 36
0 D 149,000 Swiftsure 98 D 54,900 Yachtfinders 02 D 78,000 Seattle Yachts 99 D 49,000 Sail NW 19 D 189,965 Mar Servic 19 D 278,655 Seattle Yachts 78 D 34,900 NW Yachtnet 85 D 59,900 Passion 88 D 35,000 Passion 88 D 58,900 Passion 64 D 19,000 Yachtfinders 16 D 173,000 Signature 89 D 45,000 Yachtfinders 16 D 173,000 Signature 95 D 59,000 Signature 83 D 34,000 West Yachts 80 D 34,500 NW Yachtnet 17 D 249,900 Seattle Yachts 90 D 44,900 NW Yachtnet 84 D 28,900 Waterline 76 D 44,900 Mar Servic 00 D 179,500 Mar Servic 78 D 59,500 Mar Servic 82 D 59,900 NW Yachtnet 88 D 35,900 Passion 19 D ~ Passion 79 D 34,900 Passion 01 D 55,500 Waterline 04 D 110,000 ElliottBYS 66 G 19,900 Yachtfinders 73 D 52,500 Mar Servic 90 D 579,000 NW Yachtnet 97 D 79,000 West Yachts 91 D 55,000 Seattle Yachts 85 D 34,500 Yachtfinders 93 D 79,000 Mar Servic 78 D 29,000 West Yachts 19 D ~ Sail NW 19 D ~ Sail NW 75 D 22,900 Mar Servic
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81 D 27,000 Mar Servic 82 D 59,000 Mar Servic 85 D 99,000 Yachtfinders 81 D 59,999 Swiftsure 71 D 15,900 Passion 82 D 36,900 Passion 04 D 98,900 Signature 04 D 99,900 Signature 81 D 42,000 Mar Servic 19 O 300,000 Wright Yachts 80 D 39,000 Yachtfinders 08 D 229,000 Mar Servic 80 D 84,750 West Yachts 82 D 57,000 Seattle Yachts 15 D 365,000 Sail NW 77 D 34,900 Seattle Yachts 65 D 15,000 Yachtfinders 83 D 92,000 West Yachts 80 D 39,900 Mar Servic 02 D 84,500 ElliottBYS 99 D 145,000 Passion 85 D 49,900 Passion 72 D 46,900 Waterline 19 D ~ Passion 60 D 150,000 Yachtfinders 86 D 49,500 Yachtfinders 80 D 29,900 Yachtfinders 05 D 209,000 Seattle Yachts 19 D 310,000 Wright Yachts 94 D 39,000 Yachtfinders 72 D 38,900 NW Yachtnet 00 D 105,000 West Yachts O4 D 134,900 Passion 83 D 32,900 Passion 83 D 29,900 Passion 79 D 49,000 Seattle Yachts 71 D 30,000 Swiftsure 78 D 35,900 Waterline 77 D 49,500 Wright Yachts 08 D 159,500 Mar Servic
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• Sailing School • Guided Flotillas 2615 South Harbor Loop Dr. #1 • Charters Bellingham, WA • (360) 671-4300 • Sales www.sanjuansailing.com • brokerage@sanjuansailing.com
45' Jeanneau Sun OdySSey 1995 - $125,000 Four cabin, 65 HP Yanmar, with full electronics, recent survey, and charter revenue opportunity!!
47' Selene 2006 - $495,000
39' CalifOrnian 2000 - $156,000
34' Gemini 2006 - $104,000
32' nOrdiC TuG 2010 - $254,000
Desirable ocean trawler, full electronics, recent survey, charter revenue 2019.
Three cabins, professionally maintained, full enclosure, priced below survey value.
Popular two cabin, two head model. New hydronic heat, new dinghy, full electronics.
Ready for comfortable cruising! Bow/stern thruster and diesel heat. Charter revenue 2019.
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D 95,000 Mar Servic D 245,000 Seattle Yachts D 399,985 Mar Servic D 174,900 Passion D 139,500 Seattle Yachts D 375,000 Swiftsure D 185,000 Mar Servic D 107,000 Swiftsure D 40,000 Mar Servic D 218,000 ElliottBYS D 172,000 Passion D 550,000 Sail NW D 69,000 Yachtfinders D 69,000 Waterline D 129,500 Yachtfinders D 139,000 Yachtfinders D 345,000 Swiftsure D 489,859 Signature D 89,900 West Yachts D 299,500 Swiftsure D 125,000 San Juan D 99,900 Yachtfinders D ~ Passion D 138,000 Passion D 84,999 Signature D 189,000 ElliottBYS D 420,000 Swiftsure D 799,000 Swiftsure D 375,000 Swiftsure D 249,900 Mar Servic D 625,000 Swiftsure D 325,000 Signature D 365,000 Seattle Yachts D 395,000 Swiftsure D 249,000 Seattle Yachts D 199,000 Seattle Yachts D 64,000 Yachtfinders D 299,900 Passion D 519,796 Mar Servic
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Boat Type 49' Jeanneau SO 49P 49' Transpacific Marine 49' TransPacific Marine 50' Baltic 50' Beneteau 50' Jeanneau 50DS 50' Lavranos 51' Able Apogee 51' Alden Skye Ketch 51' Benet. Idylle 15.5 51' Formosa Ketch 51' German Frers 52' Santa Cruz 52' Seawind 53' J/160 53' Jeanneau 53' Oyster 53' Spencer 53 PH 53' Tartan 5300 55' Tayana 55' Tayana Center Cockpit 55' Tayana Center Cockpit 55' Tayana Cutter Rig 56' Custom Morgan 56' Herreshof 56f MP 58' Tayana CC 58' Tayana Deck Saloon 59' Outremer 5X 59' Schooner Pinky 60' Mariner 61' C&C 62' Trumpy MS 63' Mason Ketch 64' Frers 65' Bruce Roberts NY 75' Custom Schooner 83' Cust. Stysl. Schooner
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07 D 349,500 Mar Servic 80 D 119,000 ElliottBYS 80 D 109,000 Sail NW 99 D 499,000 Swiftsure 88 D 145,000 Yachtfinders 11 D 319,500 Mar Servic 90 D 169,900 Swiftsure 0 D 499,000 Swiftsure 80 D 139,500 Mar Servic 87 D 129,000 NW Yachtnet 78 D 147,000 Seattle Yachts 87 D 49,900 Mar Servic 99 D 395,000 Yachtfinders 19 D 859,000 Wright Yachts 03 D 499,000 Sail NW 11 D 375,000 Swiftsure 99 D 410,000 Swiftsure 78 D 149,500 Waterline 19 D 1,048,630 Seattle Yachts 87 D 169,500 Yachtfinders 92 D 299,000 Seattle Yachts 85 D 129,900 Seattle Yachts 86 D 245,000 Seattle Yachts 81 D 185,000 Swiftsure 56 D 215,000 Waterline 02 D 399,000 NW Yachtnet 06 D 575,000 Seattle Yachts 12 D 1,190,000 Swiftsure 90 D 150,000 NW Yachtnet 78 D 550,000 Yachtfinders 72 D 164,000 Mar Servic 81 D 149,000 NW Yachtnet 82 D 289,500 Seattle Yachts 78 D 377,000 Swiftsure 97 2D 329,000 Waterline 87 D 26,900 NW Yachtnet 34 D 225,000 Waterline
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92 G 49,900 West Yacht 04 D 99,900 West Yacht 19 G 139,564 Mar Servic 12 D 115,000 Swiftsure 05 D 76,000 West Yacht 15 D 150,000 Elliott Bay YS 17 D 154,900 Waterline 90 39,900 West Yacht 19 G 225,572 Mar Servic 12 D 164,900 Waterline 04 D 74,000 Yachtfinders 04 D 119,950 Signature 95 D 94,500 Waterline 92 D 78,500 Waterline 18 D 289,000 Waterline 15 D 259,500 Waterline 17 D 249,500 Waterline 18 D 359,500 Mar Servic 86 D 69,000 Waterline 72 D 37,500 Elliott Bay YS 8 D 229,000 NW Yachtnet 10 D 254,000 San Juan 95 D 139,500 Yachtfinders 8 D 259,000 Swiftsure 87 D 79,000 Yachtfinders 08 G 155,000 West Yacht 03 D 240,000 West Yacht 8 D 115,000 Swiftsure 92 G 89,900 West Yacht 82 D 44,900 Yachtfinders
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18 D 349,807 Mar Servic 19 G ~ Sail NW 79 2D 44,500 Waterline 78 D 44,950 Elliott Bay YS 69 D 59,000 NW Yachtnet 88 D 109,000 West Yacht 67 D 45,000 Swiftsure 16 D 389,500 NW Yachtnet 16 D 439,000 Waterline 17 D 459,000 Waterline 17 D 469,900 Waterline 87 D 150,000 West Yacht 84 G 41,500 Yachtfinders 86 D 39,900 West Yacht 00 D 215,000 West Yacht 98 G 139,900 West Yacht 00 D 156,000 San Juan 93 G 64,900 West Yacht 87 D 79,900 NW Yachtnet 19 D ~ Sail NW 79 D 89,900 West Yacht 83 D 169,000 NW Yachtnet 19 D 499,000 Waterline 82 2D 69,000 Waterline 77 2D 59,000 Waterline 89 D 205,000 Elliott Bay YS 77 D 116,000 Mar Servic 19 1D 549,000 Waterline 19 G ~ Sail NW 95 2D 289,000 Waterline
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Boat Type Grand Mariner 45 Navigator PH Nielson Trawler Grand Banks CL Selene Grand Banks Meridian 490 PH Cruisers Sedan Grand Banks Kristen PH Trawler MJM 50z New Symbol PH Emerald PH Aluminum LRC Kady Krogen PH Alden Ketch Bayliner 5788 Nordhavn Vicem Custom PH DeFever/Angel Malahide PH Monte Fino McQueen CPMY Conv. Wallace Tug Conv. Historic Tug Steel Bushey Tug Custom Ferry
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