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SAILBOATS-CONTINUED 29' FARALL0N, loaded, fiteploce ,.25,000 29' J-29, UKE NEW, l/B, LOADED 33,000 30' NEWPORT..27,500 30' CAPE DORY,'87.,.87,500 30' S-2, aft cabin...42,900 30' ISLANDER.,.22,000 33' CAL, 73. .SOLD 35' CAL, UKE NEW.,55,000 35' SANTANA.ASKING 49.000 35' COLUMBIA., 44,000

SALES

WESTSAIL 43. Beautiful, cruise ready, bristol cond. Want offers now! Asking $120,000.

471 S&S. Extensive gear, new paint, two private staterooms. Owner transferred. Priced to sell $96,500.

SAILBOATS-CONTINUED

CAL 35 Absolutely bristol. Autopilot, furl¬ ing, diesel, wheel, TV. Must sell. $55,000.

RENTALS

36' 36' 36' 36' 38' 39’ 43' 44' 45' 46'

COLUMBIA, CLEAN.35,000 LAPWORTH.14,000 CS.(3) FROM 75,000 ISLNDR FREEPORT ....ASKING 79,000 MORGAN, 79 .61,000 LANDFALL. 79 .75,000 WESTSAIL, LOADED.120,000 PETERSON.120,000 HANS CHRISTIAN, 76.137,500 GARDEN KETCH.165,000

SAILBOATS-CONTINUED 50' CS, '88.REDUCED 295,000 118'SCHOONER.345,000 POWER 24' FIBERF0RM.SOLD 25' CARVER,'88 .43,000 28' BAVLINER, LIKE NEW.SOLD 30' TOLLY, 78 . 46,000 30' WILLARD VEGA, 74 .42,500 34' SILVERT0N, BRISTOL.79,900 35' GOLDEN GATE, 79.59,500

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Honey's Money Bob Evans bought his first Pineapple Sails in May of 1980 for his Columbia 2611, “Honey’s Money.” Bob was both season and national champion when the Columbia class was strong and competitive. Today, ten years later, “Honey’s Money” is an Olson 25, again “Powered by Pineapples” and again winning races. Bob won his one-design class championship in the Berkeley-Metropolitan Midwinter series.

There’s only one more thingto say: Thanks, Carol!

PHOTO: MYLES RINGLE

During these same years that Bob was spending some of his honey’s money equipping and racing sailboats, Pineapple Sails has made some significant changes. New materials, more sophisticated equipment, and, most importantly, years of sailing and sailmaking experience, have generated new concepts in design and construction. But our commitment to quality, performance and service have remained unchanged.

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1987 Passport 37 $129,000

1985 Hunter 40 $79,500

1982 Pearson 37 $65,000

1988 Beneteau 285 $42,500

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62' Motorsailerketch 51' Beneteau 47' Passport 44' Alden Cutter "44' Norseman ctr cockpit 44' Peterson, ctr cockpit 43' Mason cutter *42' Beneteau 42' Passport Cutter 41' C&C, race equipped 41 ’ Nelson Marek 40' Beneteau 405 *40' Beneteau lOROne-Tton 40' Olson 40' Farr *40' Columbia *40' Lingard 40' 1980 Wood Yawl 38' Ericson 38' FaralloneClipper *38' Peterson Brown Sugar 38' Hinkley 38' Beneteau 1983 38' Morgan 37' Pearson 37' Swan371 Loaded 37' Express 37' Endeavor 37' Beneteau 375 37' Passport 36' Custom, Kauri *36' Islander 36' Pearson 1985 35' Santana 35' Niagra 35' Beneteau *34' Wylie 34' Pearson *34’. Panda *33' Aphrodite 33' Dehler *33' Ranger. Harken *33' Morgan, Diesel, Wheel 32' Beneteau *32' Islander *30' Tartan *30' Pearson *30' Island Bahama *30’ Newport *30' Catalina 1984 Dsl Wheel *29' Ericson *28' Pearson *28’ Islander28, Diesel *27' Cal 2-27

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Island Packet Yachts Modem Yachts in the Finest Ihadition

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It’s been a tremendous spring working with so many THE SAILOR’S CHOICE good customers. We have helped many buyers find the right boat and would like to thank all, especially those who travelled great distances to work with O'Neill Yachts. If you are selling let us know - We have many more customers looking for the right boat. And if you're buying get in touch, we'll find just what you're looking for.

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CATALINA 42

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Cal 33, sailed twice.Sale Pending

Cal 22, '88 w/trailer.$9,500

Cal 34, tabernacle, wheel, diesel.. $29,900 Coronado 35, great liveaboand.$27,500 Yorktown 35.$27,500

Ranger 23, w/trlr, spinn & equip.$9,200 Moore 24 SC .$14,500 Ericson 25, like new, full boat cvr. $11,000 Cal 2-25, '80, Inboard diesel.$16,500 Olson 25, Santa Cruz built.,,.$16,900 Ultralight "3rd Reef”.$16,995 Cal 2-29, diesel, epoxy bottom.SOLD

Cal 39, '82...$79,500 Cheoy Lee 48, '82, great buyl.$129,500

Cal 31, '79, bristol condition.SOLD

POWER Wellcraft 25, '87, twin sea drives+ $34,750 Monterey Bay 30, '88, balsa core .$59,500 Bayliner32, '88, twin dsls/80 hrs ..$75,000

OLSON 25. George Olson's most innovative design. Take the family or race around the Bay. Many sails,deluxeinterior.trailerrounds out this extraordinary package. $16,900.

CAL 39, '82. Considered to be one of the finest 39-ft sailing vessels ever. Excellently main¬ tained and includes: rollerfurling system, spinn. equip., electronics and more. $79,500.

Cal 2-29, tabernacle, diesel...SOLD

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Limited charter placement oppor¬ tunity- We have room in Northern California's most beautiful sailing area, Santa Cruz, fora Catalina 42 in a charter fleet. Generous owner usage and charter income advan¬ tages provides you with the best of both worlds. Call now!

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CHEOY LEE 48, '82. This Perry designed ketch is a cruisers delight. Balanced, solid & a real performer/equipped for offshore $129,500.

MOORE 24. This hard to find S.C. model is now on our lot - And priced to sell at $14,500.

BAYLINER 32, '88, A rare findl Only 80 hrs on twin turbo dsls. Well equipped with radar, 2 VHF radios, 2 DS's, much morel $75,000.

WELLCRAFT 25, '87. Twin "Seadrive" 140 hp outboards, low hrs. Full canvas, electron¬ ics inch Loran. Galvanized trailer. $34,750.

"we go where the wind blows" # Publisher & Executive Editor.Richard Spindler Co-Publisher..Kathleen McCarthy ____— ' • - • ,>

Managing Editor. Associate Editor. Advertising... Advertising. Production Manager. Production..... Production / Classy Classifieds.... Bookkeeping.J.U.

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O’Neill Yachts - Providing Consistent Quality Boat Dealership • for Monterey Bay

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Six Questions You Should Ask Your Broker Before Listing Your Boat. 1.

Does he prepare a Market Analysis and Strategy report at the time of listing? y

Can he run a computer search of similar boats, what they sold for and how long they took to sell?

Does he send you a monthly report that keeps you abreast of activity or your boat?

Can he mobilize 50 other brokers on the West Coast to sell your boat with a touch of a button?

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Please Give Your Local YACHTMATCH Affiliate a Call Today. If We Didn't Have All the Right Answers, We Wouldn’t Suggest That You Ask the Questions.

For the Serious Bay Area Seller

Cruising World Pacific at Grand Marina, Alameda, California Let us show off YOUR boat. We have the buyers, the advertising, the facility and the professional appoach to selling boats. Check us out Call (415) 521-1929. CRUISING WORLD PACIFIC 2099 Grand Street Alameda, CA 94501 PHONE: (415) 521-1929 FAX: (415) 522-6198

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TRAVELLER 32 - She's truely equipped for world cruising, autopilot, vane, dodger, spare parts and much more. Price reduced and owner's looking for serious offers. $44,900

ISLANDER FREEPORT 36 - Very popular liveaboard/cruiser. She's well kept and ready for new adventures. Located in our display basin. Asking a reasonable $66,000.

ISLANDER FREEPORT 41,1985..$89J>50

ELITE 29,1984.$34J>50

HANS CHRISTIAN 45,1976 .$137,500

Liveaboard comfort/cruise equipped.

Sleek European style - great price.

Classic style with cruising comfort

MARINER 40, 1971.$59,950

ERICSON 35,1975.$37£00

CHEOY LEE O/S 40,1974.$59 £00

Price reduction - owner wants offers.

FREEDOM 32 1985.$75,000

FREEDOM 30, 1986.$74,500

FREEDOM 36, 1987.$109,500

FREEDOM 21 as partial trade? PARTIAL SAIL LISTINGS .18,900 20' FUCA. . 35,000 27' NORSEA. _34,950 29' ELITE. 30' BENFORD.54,950 30'YANKEE...18,750 30'FREEDOM,'86, rare find.74,500 30' CS.......65,000 31' PACIFIC SEACRAFT, '88 .99,500 32' TRAVELLER, cruise reedy.44,500 32'FREEDOM.2 from 74,500 34' C&C ....several to choose from 45,000

34'SHOCK, '89.85,000 35' ERICSON......2 from 37,500 35'C&C,'84.NEW LISTING 35' US PILOTHOUSE.64,950 35' SHOCK, '85.72,000 36’ ISLANDER FREEPORT 2 from 66,000 36'C&C, 79.49,900 36' CATALINA........2 from 59,000 36' HERRESH0FF ketch, '81 .59,000 36'MARINER ketch, "bristor.65,000 36' CHEOY LEE PEDRICK, '85 .79,500

36'FREEDOM.2 from 99,500 36' C&C 34+, “Fantastic". NEW 37' RANGER, mint.53,000 37'0'DAY,'83, aft cobin.59,500 37'C&C,'82, "steel if.69,000 37' SWAN/N0RBELLE, cruise equipt69,500 37'TAYANA, 78, loaded.72,000 38' PRIMROSE yowl, "English".39,000 38' CATAUNA, 78, loaded.49,900 38' MORGAN, 78, cruise equipt... 59,000 38'C&C.3 from 59,000

2099 GRAND/STREET • ALAMEDA, CA 94501 wm page 9

38'CHEOY LEE,'85.105,000 40' VALIENT P/H_140,000 40'MARINER ketch.59,950 40' C&C, race/cruisft.2 from 92,000 41'YANKEE CUPPER. 59,500 41' MORGAN 0UT1SIAND.. 2 from 68,000 41" HALLBERG RASSY.110,000 411 ISLANDER FREEPORT.94,500 42' WES1SAIL..109,900 43'COLUMBIA, "loaded"...69,000 43’ENDEAVOR.-.109,000

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43' MASON, "Hawaii vef.125,000 44' CSY.. 87,500 45' NE1S0N/MAREK, "race winner 89,000 45' HANS CHRISTIAN_137,500 46' CAL MKIII__ 85,000 46' ISLAND TRADER..129,000 47' KAUFMAN/LAD0, '85,3 strmsl 19,500 48' S&S..-109,500 50' KETTENBURG, "cruise equipt".. 94,500 54'S&S_250,000

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IRWIN 52 Loaded - Interior spaciousness beyond belief. 3 stole- ] ii rooms, 2 heads, bath tub, dinette, sleeps 10. AC, SSB, radar, Loran, 7 kw I generator, oil sails new. Mexico vet. Reduced to $129,000.

LAVARANOS 41, '88. Ibis beautiful custom high-performance cruiser. Cost 5300,000. Now $110,000!

42' COOPER, '81 Pilothouse sloop, dual steering stations, 180 omp, diesel generator, cruising spinnaker. $119,000.

LIST YOUR ISLANDER FREEPORT WITH THE ISLANDER FREEPORT EXPERTS AT ABC YACHTS 3 ISLANDER 36's SOLD LAST MONTH. SWEDE, 1977.

RAFIKI 37 78. Cruise ready. Windvane, self-furl¬ ing, new Yonmor dsl, propone stove, radar, self-tailing Barient winches, dodger, Deltacovers. Reduced: 565,000.

CLIPPER SCHOONER. HANS CHRISTIAN, 1986 . S&S. HANS CHRISTIAN . EXPLORER, 1979 . HUNTER, 1987. HARDIN, 1979. PETERSON, 1975. PETERSON, 1977. CSY. HANS CHRISTIAN, 1977 .. C&C. CHEOY LEE, 1971 . TAYANA . FORMOSA, 1972.

HUNTER 45 1987 Legend sloop. 55 Yanmar diesel, AP, Loran, radar, 3.5 kw Genset self-furling, complete isail inventory, refer/freezer, 3 staterooms. 5139,000.

FREEPORT, 1976 . LAVARANOS, 1988. RHODES, 1966 . CHALLENGER, 1974 . CAL, 1979. FREYA, 1978. LANDFALL, 1978. C&C YACHTS, 1980. CATALINA, 1983 ... ERICSON, 1986 . FARR, 1978. HANS CHRISTIAN, 2 FRM KETTENBURG, 1957 . FARALLON, 1962. HUNTER, 1983.:. RAFIKI, 1978 . ISLANDER. ATKINS, 1985. CS, 1981. FORMOSA, 1980. HUNTER, 1981. ISLANDER ... 4 FROM. J, 1981 2 FROM.

HYIAS 44, '84Just returned from Tahiti. High performance G. Frers design, hand rubbed varnished leak interior, gen, refrig, Loran, radar, AP, SotNav, SSB, [Monitor vane. Elegance,performance, loaded. 5190,000.

PEARSON, 1985 . UNION, 1980 . $-2 Center cockpit, 1987 .... CORONADO, 1972. SANTANA, 1980. ERICSON, 1975 . HUNTER, 1983.. ISLANDER, 1978. PEARSON,^1984. COLUMBIA.

33' 33’ 32' 32' 32' 32' 32' 31' 31' 31'

SWIFT HUNTER, 1979. GULF, 1982 . PEARSON, 1982 .. TRAVELER, 1978. $ESTSVAU., 3 FROM. ARIES, 1976. CHEOY LEE, 1969 . HUNTER, 1986. VINDO, 1974 .

31' 30' 30' 30'

BOMBAY CLIPPER, 1978 . ERICSON, 1986 . ISLANDER ... 2 FROM .... J, 1982.

30’ 30’ 30' 30'

MORGAN, 1970. PALMER-JOHNSON, 1972 BABA, 1980 . NEWPORT,'1971 .

30' 30'

ROBERTS, 1972 . SOVERIGN, 1984.

29' 29’

ERICSON, 1978 . J, 1983...

105' 57' 54’ 51' 47' 45' 43' 43'

FANTAIL M.Y..'..$250,000 CHRIS CRAFT.2 FROM 169,000 KHASHING, 1987.470,000 BLUEWATER, 1984 .159,000 MONK.79,000 GALLART, 1986 .210,000 BLUEWATER, 1983 .150,000 CALIFORNIAN, 1984.185,000

42' 42'

CALIFORNIAN, 1980.125,000 GRAND BANKS, 1981.; 175,000

40' 40'

BLUEWATER-TAIWAN, 197786,000 CHB, 1988.175,000

40' 40' 37’ 36' 36' 36' 36' 34' 32' 32’

CRUISEAHOME, 1975.55,000 MARINE TRADER, 1978.125,000 HERSHINE, 1979 .69,750 STEPHENS, 1954 .27,500 SEA RAY, 1979 .77,000 MODERN, 1983.77,000 GRAND BANKS, 1974.79,950 FIBERFORM, 1977 .66,000 TROJAN, 1974 .52,500 BAYLINER, 1986. 69,500

30' 30' 30’

TOLLYCRAFT, 1975 .33,000 TOLLY, 1975 .35,000 McCRARY, 1927 ..22,000

28'

BAYLINER, 1984.35,500

37' HUNTER, '84 Roller furling. Self-tailing winches. Avon red crest dinghy. Yanmor diesel. Owner anxious. 562,000

POWER

PEARSON 36, '85 like new! Very spacious layout, oft cabin and she sails like a racing machine. 597,000.

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CALIFORNIA 42, '80.16 knot top speed w/ twin 200 hp turbo diesels, 7.5 kw Onan, windlass, freezer, microwave, radar. 5125,000.

■■I HUNTER 33. Great livecboard and performance cruiser. All amenities, sleeps 8. We have 2 from $32,000.

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PADDLE WHEELER 1985. One-of-a-kind authentic Riverboat. Excellent liveabocrd or office space. $65,000.

With many cruising sailmakers, one boat’s pretty much like the next: some big, some small. It’s just cut, sew, and ship the sails. The results could be a disaster. At Marion, every cruising sail we construct is designed and engineered with the same exacting attention we give our racing sails. We combine our knowledge of stress analysis, cloth characteristics, and sail structure with computer-aided design shapes to produce truly superior, long life sails.

Details such as panel orientation, reinforcement design, and seam engi¬ neering are just part of what makes a Marion cruising sail an outstanding value. Put the Marion cruising advantage to work for you. Just call our cruising expert, aa a A|#A|| Michael Rogers.

(415) 523-9411

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Sutter Sails introduces the Bay Blaster, a heavy weather jib (ap¬ prox. 80-90% on most boats), to beat those summer winds on the Bay! Production has started on two basic sizes—for boats 22-32' and for 30'40' boats. These sails will be offered at an extremely low price and best yet, delivery time is just one week! Call or come by the loft for details today.

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Experienced and Helpful Staff

Going Out of Business After 15 Years! LARGE INVENTORY OF CRUISING GEAR!

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All Items to be Sold at or BELOW Cost!

COVERED TO 60'

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1296 State St. P.O. Box 246, Aiviso, CA 95002-0246 (408) 263-7633

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THE REAL THING

When it comes to boatyards Cal Coast is the real thing. Manager Steve Smith has the experience from building Fireballs to the America's Cup winner America II. The whole crew is friendly, helpful and experienced. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll help you with rigging, blister jobs, fiberglass and wood repair... whatever you need to keep your boat shipshape and ready to sail. When you need real work... Call the real thing - Cal Coast.

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(415) 234-7960

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46* MARINE TRADER

44'PETERSON

Huge, comfortable liveaboard. 1987, never sold. Try $140,000

Performance cruiser/livea board Nice aft cabin. Asking $95,000

42’TAYANA

cpit, perfect cruiser/liveas new. Asking $135,000.

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Center cockpit. Exc. cond. Owner motiva ted. Asking $110,000

41* COOPER

411JEANNEAU

Canadian quality, pilothouse cruiser.

French flair, very clean. Owner must sell. Asking $150,000

Asking $110,000

41'KINGS LEGEND

39' LANDFALL

38' MORGAN

Beautiful teak exterior, lovely interior. As new. Try $73,000

Full keel offshore cruiser, pile louse. As new. Try $70,000,

Exceptionally clean, better than new. Excellent gear. Must See!

38' CATALINA

37' O'DAY

S&S design.

Center cockpit liveaboard cruiser. Seller says must sell. Try $45,000

4 from $43,000

50' PILOTHOUSE, 75 20,000 46' MARINE TRADER, '80_160,000 46' R0SSB0R0UGH, 75_ 85,000 44' PETERSON, 75_95,000 44' CSY, 78. .110,000 42' TAYANA, *83_ .135,000 41'COOPER, 80_ .110,000 41'JEANNEAU,'86_ .155,000 41' KINGS LEGEND, ‘81 _ 99,500 39' LANDFALL, 79_ -75,000 38' MORGAN, '84. .89,000 38' CATALINA,'83. .63,000 3T 0'DAY, 79_ .57,000 36' CATALINA, '87 .75,000 37' HUNTER, '84 „ .69,000 36'FORMOSA,'80. .45,000 35'CORONADO, 73. .35,000 35' TANT0N, '85_ .60,000 5' 52, '87. .99,000

35'SANTANA,'79. 35' SPENCER, '65 _ 35' C4C '81 34' WYLIE, '81. 34' CAL 79_ 34' PETERSON, 78. 34' IRWIN, '80 — 34' PEARSON, 74. 33'TARTAN, 7932' BENETEAU, '81 32' ISLANDER, '68 32'COLUMBIA, 76. 32'WESTSAIL 72. 32'WESTSAIL 73. 32' ERICS0N, 74 _ 32' MORGAN, '69. 32' SABRE, ’86_ 32' FUJI, 78 —

.47,000 .45,000 .69,000 .29,000 .47,000 .42,000 .39,500 .39,000 .24,900 .49,000 .24,500 .28,500 .55,000 .48,000 .29,900 .24,900 .77,250 .42,000

37' HUNTER

1984 - Better than new. Lots of gear. Try $50,000

35' SANTANA

34' WYLIE

Super equipment. Exc. condition. Try $38,000

Seller owns 3 boats - Wylie has to go!

32' DOWNEAST, 76. 31' PEARSON, 78. 30'SANTANA, 79. 30* ISLANDER, 73. 30'ISLANDER, 74. 30' ISLANDER, '80. 30' CATALINA, 76. 30' CATALINA, 77. 30'CORONADO, 70. 30' RANGER, 77. 30' DUFOUR, 70. 30' KAUFMAN, 79. 30' BABA, '80. 30' ETAP, '83. 30' CAL 74. 30'CAL 9.2,'83. 30' PACIFIC 71 „„ 30' PEARSON, 73.

.59,000 .38,000 .30,000 .21,000

.25,000 .33,000 .24,000 .24,000 .17,500 .35,000 .22,000 .26,000

.68,000 .43,000 .23,500 .39,500 -7,000 .19,500

1981. Wow! Asking $29,000 30' PEARSON, 78. 30' BODEGA, 79. 29' CAL '69 __ 29' BENETEAU, '85 . 29' ERICS0N,73 . 29’ ERICSON, 72 . 29'LANCER,'80. 29' RANGER, 73. 28'ISLANDER,'83. 28' ISLANDER, 78. 28'ISLANDER,'82. 28' ISLANDER,'83. 28'ISLANDER, 76. 28' ISLANDER, 77. 28' ROYAL '70 __ 28'SAN JUAN, 78. 28' O'DAY, 79. 28' RANGER, 74.

.19,500

.22,000

.14,500 .39,900 .15,400 .19,500 .19,800 .22,500 .29,500 .29,000 .29,000 .29,500 .24,000 -25,000 .14,000 .19,000 .19,900

.22,000

2r ERICSON, 77 . 271 ERICSON, 72. 27' CAL 75 — 27' HUNTER, 79 _ 27'HOT FOOT,'83. 27' CHEOY LEE, '68. 27' MULL 70_ 27'BRISTOL 7026' PEARSON, 75 26' RANGER, 70 26' RANGER, '72_ 26'SAN JUAN,'80 26' EXCAUBUR — 25' YAMAHA, 78 „ 25'CATALINA,'84. 25’CATALINA,'85. 25' HUNTER, '85 _ 24' C&C 79._ 21'MacGREGOR.

.20,000

.14,900

.21,000 .17,500 .15,000 .15,000 .10,900

.12,000 .11,500 .10,900 .14,900 .14,500

.10,000 .17,000

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YACHT BROKERAGE LISTINGS PARTIAL INVENTORY 29’ 30' 30' 30' 30' 30' 30' 32' 32' 32’ 33'

CAL 2-29.,75 PEARSON 303 77 CORONADO,,73 ERICSON.,’81 CATALINA.,78 0G0NULDB.L2) ERICSON.. ..(2) WESTSAIL...'75 ERIGON...'85 PEARSON.... ,79 PEARSON (10M)'77

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SINCE 1966

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HUNTER 37' Cutter, 1984. Cruise or liveaboard. Very clean, comfort¬ able & loaded. Asking $63,000.

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Menlighten me I’m hoping to sail around the world next year and would like it if you could enlighten me with specific information or tell me where to look concerning the experiences of other people, the routes, weather patterns, airports for visiting guests, and especially the regulations in the South Seas (and Indonesia) for sailing with two large dogs! We intend to start in the Virgin Islands, then head to the Canal, the South Seas, Thailand, India, Africa and under! Also, how can I find out about chloroquine resistant strains of malaria, their prevention and treatment. My understanding is that the malaria strains in Indonesia are very different from those in Central America, and the drugs we took for Central America won’t be effective in Indonesia. We plan to stay in Indonesia for several months. Jon Cain San Francisco Jon — As far as we know, there is no Handbook to Circumnavigating the World, a book that’s perhaps needed. The truth of the matter is that you’re going to find tid-bits of information from many different sources. If you’ve carefully read the pages of this magazine, you’ll know a lot of stuff about routes and seasons — including little gems such as the Darwin to Ambon Race being the only easy way to get a cruising permit for Indonesia. If you visit a sailor’s bookstore, you’ll find lots more information in various books and magazines. Striking up conversations with people who’ve done parts of or entire circumnavigations — there’s lots of them — is another great source worth tapping. We’d also encourage you not to view a circumnavigation as a single, huge voyage — which it really isn’t — but as a whole series of little passages between ports. In other words, don’t be too worried about the other side of the world until you get there. The closer you approach any region, the more current and accurate information becomes. We can’t decide if travelling in the South Pacific with two large dogs would be harder on you or the dogs. Islands in the Pacific don’t have rabies, and they go to considerable efforts to make sure they don’t get it. There are very few places where cats or dogs are allowed ashore and many places where it’s arduous even to have them confined to the boat. Both Australia and New Zealand require bonds of about $500 U.S. to insure that pets stay on boats; pet found ashore are destroyed immediately. Boats with pets are not welcome at all in Vanuatu. In Hawaii and Samoa pets can come ashore — after anti-rabies shots, a 120-day quarantine and a bill of about $500. In French Polynesia dogs are restricted to boats. Some folks have taken pets to the South Pacific and been glad they did; you’ll have to decide if you’d be one of the few. The bad news about malaria is that there is no certainty that any drug will prevent it. Chloroquine is the most common and safe antimalarial drug, but many strains have become resistant to it. Alternatives include Proguanil (wqrks well against resistant strains, but only in Africa and not the Pacific or Southeast Asia), Doxycycline (works in Southeast Asia but causes radical sun sensitivity), Pyrimethamine sulfadoxine (works great against resistant strains, but is so toxic that you can only safely take it to control malaria once you’ve got it). Most of the above drugs must be taken before and after you’ve been in malaria areas; many have strong side effects or are dangerous to certain people. Malaria page 35

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U-ltSIERRA POINT IS UP TO THE CHALLENGE If the unnamed owner of Genesis was referring to the Sierra Point YC when he wrote his May letter, let me respond by describing what our yacht club in trying to do in sponsoring Friday Night Beer Can Races. As Fleet Captain last year, I organized events based on what our membership wanted to do. These included traditional events such as the Mystery Cruise, the Poker Rally and the 4th of July Dinghy Race; and some new events such as cruises to the Delta, Drakes Bay and other yacht clubs. Following in that custom of providing what the membership wanted, since last fall I have been working to bring Friday Night Beer Can Racing to Sierra Point. I’m proud to say that beginning with our first preseason race in March, we have been overwhelmed with the amount of interest by club members. We feel that a fun race on Friday night is the best way to start the weekend and we’re looking forward to a fun season of Friday Night races. The races are governed by The Ten Commandments of Beer Can Racing as published in the May '89 issue of Latitude 38. Our goal is to emulate the success of the Wednesday Night Races in Santa Cruz, as featured in the March 1989 issue of Latitude. In most of our races so far there have been two groupings; one with faster boats and more experienced crew, and another with cruising type boats and more newcomers as crew. But no matter which group anybody has sailed in, there’s always somebody close by to race with. It’s been fun for everyone. Our first-Friday-of-the-month schedule is designed to coincide with Sierra Point YC’s monthly open house. The purpose of the open house is to encourage non-members to drop by and see what progress the club has made, and perhaps consider joining. I’ve informed our membership, through our newsletter, of the weekly Tuesday Night Races held by Oyster Cove. As such, I hope participation in those races will increase also. As far as the Genesis challenge, I think we can handle the pressure. How about Saturday, September 22 at High Noon, with the Ten Commandments of Beer Can Racing in effect? Regarding Commandment #8, we’ll provide the yacht club; how about you providing the committee boats? Steve Sears Race Committee Chairman, Sierra Point YC Moonshot, Watkins 27

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HITstill intrepid after all these years Severed months ago, Max Ebb, an acquaintance of his and a sailmaker friend (as I recall the cast) became involved in a discussion at a boat show. The sailmaker had a length of line sold under the Intrepid name which the acquaintance wished to purchase were it not for the fact that it was too short. Max Ebb seemed somewhat skeptical about the line’s capabilities, but decided to purchase the piece in question. As I recall, his decision was based on the comments of the other two and the inference that the product was no longer available. I had the impression that Max had been "messing around in boats" for at least 20 years and was therefore surprised at his unfamiliarity with Intrepid 8-strand plaited dacron. During the 70s, Intrepid line was very popular and was used to replace much of the double braid then in use. And for good reason, since it was extremely comfortable on the hands, could be coiled conventionally, would not kink or hockle, could be spliced without tools, and was as strong and stretched no more than double braid polyester line. While commissioning a new yacht recently, I tried unsuccessfully to find a West Coast source for Intrepid line. However, I did find that it is still in regular production and stocked in sizes from a quarter-inch to three-quarter-inch by Columbian Rope Company, Guntown, Mississippi. Their very helpful customer service department advised me that all sizes of Intrepid Line are stocked and available from Defender Industries, New Rochelle, N.Y. If Max is as favorably impressed with Intrepid Line as many of my friends and I have been, it is still available to those who want the best. Incidentally, the Northern California distributor for Columbian Rope told me Columbian had no stock of Intrepid Line and had not manufactured it for years. So much for 'local knowledge'. Burbeck Johnson Bellingham, WA

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MWE’VE heard of three-in-one oil, but . . . This is one of those three-in-one letters. 1. During one of my dedicated readings of the May issue, I read a letter from Jann Burner about the Scuba Pro Sonar. I live on Oahu now and work at a dive shop that carries the device. Ten inches long, 1.5 inches in diameter, it works great. However, sonar only works when immersed in water; you can’t point it at the water from the deck of a boat. I suppose you could have someone hanging upside down from the bowsprit into the water clicking the button and reading off depths, but you’d only want to do it cruising in warm, flat water. The units cost $225 and use little radio batteries. If anyone wants to call me at (808) 922-0852, I’ll be glad to fill them in on the details. 2. I moved here in January after graduating from Chico State. Immediately wishing to sail in the great trades and warm air, I brought some past Latitudes with me and offered them as bounty to crew on any sailboat that would take me. To my surprise I was taken right in and now crew semi-regularly on John Fairbanks’ High Roler. Thanks Latitude! 3. A personal thanks to my mentor/stepfather Mike Flynn of Innisfree for sending me my copy of Latitude every month. In conclusion, if any Bay Area sailors are coming to Hawaii and wish to talk story, go surfing, windsurfing or just want to look at young sweet things in Waikiki, just call me at the number listed above. Matthias Kusch No Boat Of My Own Yet Hawaii Kai, Oahu Matthias — Mo’ better to be living the tropical life than rioting in Chico, eh? We’ll be coming over to cover the West Marine Pacific Cup in July, and would be delighted to talk story, surf Queens, and look at the "young sweet things" on Waikiki with you. Have to pass on the windsurfing though; the back’s not ready for that yet. By the way, if you Matthias or any of our other readers know of folks heading to Oahu who’d be willing to carry a bundle of Latitudes to the Hawaii or Waikiki yacht clubs, please give us a call. Currently the good folks at Ala Wai Marine, Kauai Marine, Waterfront Postal Center and Art Nelson Sails pay to have them shipped over, but it nowhere meets the demand. There’s 'Roving Reporter' t-shirts and a pleasant reception (usually) for those willing to go to the trouble.

■U-ltTHE WHOLE THING WAS SIMPLE AND EASY The April issue had a letter from a reader wanting to document his boat, which is part of his living trust. My husband and I documented our boat, which is part of our living trust, with absolutely no problem. We also did a name change at the same time. How? Why, simple: I called the Coast Guard to ask: 1.) That they send me the required papers, and 2.) What I needed to mail them in return regarding the living trust (a copy of the trust). The papers were expeditiously mailed to me. I completed them and returned them with a picture of our Lady’s stern with the name and home port as our proof df the name change. Everything was returned to me within 2.5 weeks at a total cost of $110 for the documentation and name change — and another page 41

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MBALBOAS ON THE BAY! OK, OK. We give in. Latitude 38 is a great way to spread the word. Since you published my letter in the April issue, we have heard from more than 15 Balboa owners! And I probably shouldn’t mention this to your advertising department, but don’t let anyone make the mistake of thinking you are a local publication. We received responses from Tennessee, Los Angeles, Sacramento, Eureka, Oregon . . . and more keep coming in. As the owner of a PR and advertising agency, I’m impressed. Now if we only had some sailing clients! Best of all, the Balboa get-together is on its way. Balboas on the Bay will take place in Vallejo on the last weekend in August (25 & 26). We’ll sail a couple of races on nice courses around the Carquinez Straits, have a BBQ, drink some wine (and beer) and enjoy ourselves. The family can go wine tasting or to Marine World Africa USA if they don’t want to sail with us. We hope to make this an annual event. We’ve got a graphic designer providing commemorative decals or posters, a winery donating a few bottles for prizes, and four or five boats already signed up for the fun. If you’re a Balboa owner, Balboa 20 or otherwise, drop me a line or give me a call and I’ll send you more info. If you have another type of small boat, 20-foot or so, and want to join the party, give me a call and let’s talk about it. I’m also working on a Balboa newsletter — full of fun and a few tips on how to have more fun with your boat — all gleaned from the Balboa correspondence. I’ll be happy to send you a copy in return for a self-addressed stamped envelope. Meanwhile, you folks at Latitude 38 made the mistake of offering, in print, prizes to a professional PR man. OK, we’re collecting. Send us what you can, or better yet, come up and join us on August 25 and 26 for Balboas on the Bay. Paul Wagner Luna 2250 Main Street, Napa 94558 (707) 255-8023 (home); (707) 255-7^66 (work) Paul — Our offering prizes was no mistake; if we can help the start of an annual sailing event, it’s our pleasure. Even though it will be a deadline weekend, we’re try our best to make it for the big event. P.S. We’ll make sure Balboas on the Bay gets mentioned in the Calendar.

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Ml GOT THE PART THEY DIDN’T HAVE I recently called West Marine Products to locate a turnbuckle part for my Pearson 26. Chris, who works at their Palo Alto store, told me that they did not carry what I needed, but told me someone who did. He also told me that he too owned a Pearson 26, and that there had been a recall six years before on just the part I was looking for! He suggested that I call Ellie at Pearson Customer Service to see if my boat might still be covered. I made the call and learned That, sure enough, the parts I need could be replaced — and for free! page 45

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liltUNITED — ONE CAT OR TWO? Quoting from page 89 of the may issue, "... you can’t believe everything you read . . ." On page 99 in Sightings says, "... Oriole is every bit as sound as she was when launched from the United Shipbuilders yard in Sausalito in 1929." If I am not mistaken, United Ship Repair was located about where the San Francisco anchorage for the Bay Bridge now sits. They built several Birds at that location, was well as Marybeth and Marijane. Both 'Beth and 'Jane were built in 1927. The boats were lifted by crane and taken to the waterfront and launched. If United Shipbuilders and United Ship Repair are two different cats, then all bets are off. Wm. R. Fisher Point Richmond Wm. — That’s the information we were given. But seeing as we weren’t bom for quite a few more years, we’re not going to stake our life on it.

JJTsweet revenge On my way over to Lucky Lagoon (Higgins Landing, off Corte Madera Creek) this morning I stopped at the Foc’s’l Cafe for a coffee and donut. There I overheard a conversation about Opening Day. The remark that struck me was ". . . of course when someone’s begging to be hit by a water balloon you can never hit him . . .", at which point my mind dissolved to a day on the Bay a few years back. It was the Big Red Bridge’s 50th Anniversary, the sky was clear blue and the Bay was abob with boats of all kinds. Having sailed in the press of humanity before (Fourth of July at Crissy Field, greeting the Navy during Fleet Week, spectating at the windward mark during the Big Boat Series) I learned the virtue of being an early arrival. It was about 1300 hours when we decided that the best view of the fireworks would be from off Yellow Bluff on the Sausalito side of the Bay. We picked a spot which commanded a view of both Crissy Field and the Golden Gate Bridge, and after scouring the area with our depthsounder, found a spot with juSt 22 feet of water among the mostly 85 foot soundings. The water was turbulent due to an apparent confluence of currents, but not uncomfortably so. More importantly, it allowed us to set our anchor with a reasonable amount of scope and therefore a minimum of swing. We figured it woqld keep us out of conflict when other boats arrived — and arrive they would. First to anchor, we did so stern-to for the best view. As the afternoon wore on, other boats tried to anchor nearby but couldn’t find the same shallow bottom we had. They had to swing in a wider arc because they’d had to use more scope. For the earliest of these arrivals, it was no problem and they dropped their hooks at a reasonable distance. But during the airshow, traffic increased. A few distracted skippers motored through the 'anchorage' too quickly, oblivious to the effect of their wakes. Some tried anchoring inconsiderately close, but when called on it they politely moved. We had been watching the vagaries of the currents and, as proved later, knew that we were not being overly cautious. One beautifully cared for woodie moved from ahead of us, only to anchor again equally close astern. When we asked them again to move, they ignored us. I wds nonplussed. Two of my crew, however, said they had an idea. They disappeared below, rifled through their gear, and returned on deck with the biggest funnel I’ve ever seen! We were then electrified into action: the three of us page 47

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LETTERS snap-hooked the weapon to our vessel’s split backstay, while the other filled a five gallon bucket with 10-pound shot sized balloons. We loaded up, and when the funnelator was cocked, the gunner had stretched that sucker all the way up to the v—berth! I used the rudder against the current to show our transom to the woodie, and when we were lined up stern to stern, I hailed them to get their attention. When they looked over,. I muttered: "Fire!" I have never seen a water balloon take such a flat trajectory and disappear so quickly. I flew up from below, across our transom, and over the heads of the other crew, skimming along their boom as though it was on rails. We lost sight of it before it could drop. Awesome! They joked and laughed about it, so we started to load up again. Them then clambered over themselves to weigh their anchor. But that’s not what this story is about; it’s about drenching someone who really asked for it. At the end of the afternoon, having successfully kept ourselves from calamity at the hands of skippers desperate to squeeze in at considerable risk, a racy looking craft eased alongside and dropped their hook just 25 feet off our beam. I hailed the fellow working the lines on the foredeck because the rest of the crew was milling around the cockpit with clear plastic tumblers in their hands. When I mentioned the turbulence, currents and bottom, and politely asked him to move, he turned to me and in an angry voice said, "Piss up a rope!" "Aaargh!" says I, "Piss up a rope, is it?" 1 turned to look into the eyes of my trusty First Mate and grumbled in me best husky py-rat voice, "Give "em a broadside!" My faithful crew scampered to fetch the five gallon bucket with the ten-pound shot-sized balloons: we’d had not use for them since the first incident, and the aforementioned current had narrowed the gap between our vessels to less than ten feet. They were sitting ducks. After the carnage, and after we fended them off with hands and fenders — the collision I had predicted did occur — I had time to reflect on their condition. Dripping wet, still holding their tumblers, they looked sheepish, embarrassed for their skipper. He, recently of the 'Piss up a rope1 frame of mind, stood abashed with no reply. Sweet revenge. To his crew I belatedly apologized. We should not have held them responsible for their skipper’s impropriety. To the skipper I offer an '1 told you so', and a reaffirmation of the pleasure I got from giving you an on-target dousing you begged for with your 1have-too-many-words-to-pick-just-one rudeness.- And to the folks at the Foc’s’l Cafe I say, "That was a mighty good coffee you served so pleasantly. And the donut was fresh, too, hank you." Mordecai ben Herschel formerly of Galilee Harbor, Sausalito Mordecai — Waterballoons thrown by hand between fun-loving friends is one thing, mechanically launching them in anger or to compel somebody to bide your wishes is a whole different cup of tea. It’s a simple problem of escalation. Who knows if the 'other guy' has and is willing to use 1. his own water balloon launcher, 2. a high-powered water pump, 3. a sling-shot, 4. a flare-gun, 5. a pistol, 6. an AK-47, or 7. a surface-to-surface missile. If you remember our 'honk if you’re reloading' freeway shootings a while back, you’ll realize its not that far-fetched for a modem man to gladly up the weapons ante. Your water balloon launcher may have brought you sweet revenge this time; next time it may bring you a heap of trouble. For the average sailor, we suggest the downside risks of waterballoons fired in anger are too great.

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LETTERS Mthree times in three days We claim the record for boardings by the Mexican Navy: three times in three days! On the Puerto Vallarta to Cabo San Lucas run aboard Wally Abernathy’s Tayana 42 Sea Witch, we were stopped and boarded: 1. On May 1, seven miles off Islas Tres Marias, for being "inside the 12-mile forbidden zone". 2. On May 2, five miles off Mazatlan for "suspicious behavior". And, 3. On May 3, three miles out of Cabo, again for "suspicious behavior". Each time we were stopped, boarded, questioned, searched, papered, warned and released. Afterwards, we agreed that while we were unlucky to have been stopped so often, we were lucky that owner Abernathy had all the right papers and that crewmember Robert Mendoza spoke fluent Spanish. The Mexican naval officers were reasonably polite and we suffered nothing more than annoyance. Besides, there’s nothing like a deck full of young nervous sailors with Uzis to perk up those dull midnight watches. What did we learn? That there’s a 12-mile forbidden zone around the Tres Marias penal islands. It was not noted on our charts. We also learned that a boarding party with automatic rifles beats due process every time. Like they say, "Feel the warmth of Mexico." David McAneny Oakland David — As we recall, the long time buffer zone around Islas Tres Marias is on most charts. Over the years a number of yachts have run afoul of the restriction, the most recent being the old Bravura during a delivery after a Puerto Vallarta Race. She was taken to the main island so her crew could explain their error to the authorities. , As for being searched, consider yourself lucky you weren t dismantled. The tug in the accompanying photograph arrived in Cabo San Lucas on New Year’s Day while on a delivery to Seattle. After the ruckus down by the Canal, the Panamanians told the Mexicans she was carrying drugs. Despite being virtually

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MlF YOU HATE SOMEONE, GIVE THEM A 12 METER As somewhat of an addenda to your thoughtful report Grandaddy of the 12s (April, pages 100-102), I would most appreciate the privilege of making the following comments. Anitra was always considered a lady. Originally known as the Dancing Girl, when she matured she earned the honorable title of Mother of the Twelves. She was never a 'Grandaddy'. The name came from Edward Grieg, who wrote the Peer Gynt Suite in 1875. In it, Peer Gynt was to visit Arabia, where he met the Sultan’s daughter, Anitra. Upon enticing her to visit his tent, she did the famous 'Dance of Anitra', which so impressed Peer Gynt that he immediately took her to bed. Upon awakening the next morning, she was gone — as well as his purse, his tent and horse. She had literally wiped him out. And therein lies the tale of the 'Dancing Girl'. During the years of my affair with Anitra, she proved to me that being in love with a 12 is like standing under a cold shower and tearing up thousand-dollar bills. Some historical footnotes: Burgess, Rigg and Morgan were the designers of record for a total of 12 vessels ordered by members of the New York YC from Abeking & Rasmussen in 1928. (They were cheaper by the dozen). Those completed by the German yard were shipped by freight to Nova Scotia, where they were launched, rigged and then sailed into New York harbor. The reason for all this is there was no import duty on yachts that arrived on their own bottoms. Since several of the consignees departed this world through Wall Street windows in 1929, not all the dozen 12s ordered were actually delivered. Those that were delivered became known as the 'Mistress Fleet'. More footnotes: During a winter in the mid-60s, I discovered Anitra in heated storage on Macatawa Bay, Michigan. By the spring ice break-up, a six girl crew had been assembled and the 1,700 mile voyage down the Mississippi to New Orleans was begun. Anitra draws 9’6" and the Mississippi is only dredged to 9 feet. In spite of this we only went aground three times. On arrival at the Southern YC on Lake Ponchartraine, it was reported that Anitra was the largest sailboat to eventraverse the Mississippi. Then rigged as a yawl, we sailed her from New Orleans to page 59

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LOOSE LIPS YACHT INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS Ten years after. Continuing what may or may not become a regular item in Lips, we pulled out a June 1980 Latitude to check out what was happening on the Bay a decade ago. Seebar, Dennis Brewer’s Electra was featured in the Pineapple Sails ad, which occupied (as it always has) page 3. Sightings included a notice of a "grudge match" between Santana 22s and Ericson 23s to see which was really faster (who won??); the sad news that Grover Nibouar was lost at sea while qualifying for the Singlehanded Transpac (his Moore 24 Outrage, dismasted and unmanned, washed up near Pescadero); and a piece called "Cocker Spaniels and Mental Health" that makes even less sense ten years later. Feature articles included Andrew Urbanczyk’s ramblings about sailing to Hawaii (this was back when he was still talking to us); the 38-ft Farallone Clipper was the BOM; Max Ebb asked the question "Should there be foam in your boat as well as your beer?"; naval architect Bob Perry was interviewed and solo woman sailor Linda Rettie was profiled; and we published "The Not So Irreverent Guide to Bashing Up Baja" (wherein we learned that one of the thinnest books in the world is Mexican Aids to Navigation). Some things never change.

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SIGHTINGS bunny alert for delta waters If you’re sailing around in the Delta this summer and see a 28-year-old woman wearing bunny ears while water-skiing, it will no doubt be Bonnie Marino, pictured below. A resident of Stockton, Bonnie happens to be Playboy

scow schooner Once a renowned center for ship and boat building, the city of Sausalito is today better known for its trendy boutiques and high-priced restaurants. But while traditional boatbuilding may currently take a backseat to California Chic, it’s far from gone. In fact, if things keep s. working out the way they have for local shipwright Billy Martinelli, both locals and tourists are going to see a little of the old Sausalito come back to life as early as this month: Billy is going to build a Scow Schooner. Martinelli is eminently qualified for the task, having been one of the primary shipwrights responsible for the restoration of such classic wooden boats as Sausalito’s Wander Bird, and singer David Crosby’s Alden schooner Mayan, among others.

Above, Bunny Bonnie. Right, the Ultimate 30 'Pt. Richmond Racing.

magazine’s 'Playmate of the Month' for June. But before you buy that issue and fall in love ogling all the photos of lovely Bonnie, you should read the small print so you don’t get a broken heart. Start with the part where it says that the medical assistant has been married for a year to John, her construction worker husband. Yes, it’s probably true that it should be a felony for Playmates to be married, but that law is not on the books yet. If you can’t find a copy of the magazine, take our word for it, Bonnie is in good shape. Here’s one of the reasons why: "I’m not a couch potato. I have my work, my husband and I own a boat and go water-skiing most weekends in the Delta." So what’s she doing in a sailing magazine? Well, according to her Playmate Data Sheet, the very one that tells you her measurements are 3524-35, her 'Ideal Evening' would consist of "sailing to a remote beach house off the mainland, then having a fresh seafood dinner, as the golden sun sets, with the man 1 love." It sounds like more than an evening’s activity to us, but what the heck, you gotta think big. As for you, Bonnie, who "always dreamed of being a model", we offer our congratulations — and best wishes that your sailing dreams will some day come true.

ultimate entertainment Elsewhere in this issue, Max Ebb ponders what sailing on the Bay will be like in the year 2010. Well, sports fans, you needn’t wait that long to see part of that future, as it’s coming to town on June 6-10. That’s when the healthiest cont'd next sightings page page 90

SIGHTINGS for the bay

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He’s always had a soft spot for the scow schooners, though. Unique to the Bay Area, the scows were the waterborne trucks of another era. For more than 100 years, they kept ports all around the Bay, Delta and even along the coast supplied with cargoes ranging from hay and potatoes to occasional passengers. Like trucks, they were rarely graced with adjectives like "beautiful" or "speedy", but they excelled where it counted: tremendous cargo carrying capacity, great stability and shallow draft. The latter allowed them to travel far up the Delta rivers and sloughs where other vessels couldn’t. 'The crews were paid better and ate better than deep-water sailors, too," notes Billy. Normal fare included fresh vegetables and meat from farms along the way. Once

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of the pro sailing circuits — the Ziploc Ultimate Yacht Race — returns, and what a show it promises to be! Eight wild looking Ultimate 30s, and some¬ where around a dozen of their smellier counterparts, the One Design 14s, will duke it out off Crissy Field for somewhere over $150,000 in prize money. Naturally, the unique "figure eight" race course is designed for spectators (don’t forget the binoculars!). The weather mark will be placed somewhere in the vicinity of Blackaller Buoy (ex-Crissy Field), the mid-course gate will be right off Crissy Field and the leeward mark will be near "X" off Golden Gate YC. The 14s are scheduled to race two preliminary races (June 8,9) before the final event on Sunday, June 10. The Ultimate 30s race the same days, but with an additional race on Thursday, June 7. The smaller boats will start at 11:00 a.m. and the Ultimate 30s will go off about 1:00 p.m., though according to on-the-water race manager Jim Taylor, "We’ll wait for the wind to build before we get underway." If their practice sessions during May are any indication, there will be plenty of crowd-pleasing crash n’ burns during the racing itself. "Just about every time an Ultimate boat went out to practice, it tipped over. It’s just part of the program," said Taylor. "Unfortunately, the Coast Guard got a lot of emergency

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SIGHTINGS ultimate — cont’d calls from well-meaning observers, and more than once they sent out rescue teams. Finally, they asked to be notified every time an Ultimate went out practicing!" Teams to watch in the One Design. 14 fleet include favorites Jonathan and Charlie McKee, the Seattle brothers who won every race at the recent Hawaii Ultimate; Ed Baird and Kevin Burnham; Stu Johnstone and Cam Lewis; Neil and Duncan MacDonald (current world 1-14 champions); Peter Johnstone and Devon Coughlan; Bruce and Don Ayres (of SC 70 Drumbeat fame); Chris Larson and Steve Rosenberg; and local dinghy talents Tom Wondolleck and Mike Jankowski. Other competitors are expected, but haven’t entered as of late May. The eight-boat Ultimate 30 fleet, the largest ever assembled, stacks up as follows (odds courtesy of Hiram Gunn): Albatross Racing, Schumacher (designer)/Cal Coast (builder), Colin Case, San Francisco — Case’s latest project, his fourth design from Carl Schumacher, will draw heavily from his National Biscuit crew: UK sailmaker Tim Parsons will drive; others on the boat besides Case include Carlos Badell, Ray Delrich, Billy Erkelens, Mack Gambrell, Lynn Olinger and Chuck Simmons. This will be the first regatta for the untried Albatross Racing Team; the boat, presently unsponsored, was only recently launched (May 24). Albatross is similar in hull-shap6 to sistership Point Richmond, but has more .. hi-tech features: a canard rudder up front, a retractable keel (which also N cont'd next sightings page

scow numbering in the hundreds, there is but one surviving scow schooner, the San Francisco Maritime Museum’s Alma, currently docked at Sausalito’s Bay Model. Though outwardly faithful to the timetested design of the scow schooners, Billy’s vessel will have a few concessions to V modernity — and economy. For one, though . his woodworking expertise is second to none, she’ll be built of steel. That was one of the economic decisions: the wood alone for such a project would cost as much as the completed boat will in steel. Steel construction will also eliminate timeconsuming steps like making patterns and spiling every plank; and without the massive frame timbers necessary, a steel scow can add a little more elbow room to its already cavernous interior. The "modem" concessions include an old, used GMC 671 diesel, which Billy recently rebuilt (the original scows were engineless), up-to-code wiring and plumbing,

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ultimate — cont’d moves fore and aft), no foredeck and a hydraulically adjusted rig. (20-1) Chattanooga Chew Chew, Rob Humphreys & Bob Ames/J. Hamilton Yachts (Conn.), Bill Ziegler, Darien, Conn. — An updated version of Flyer, this is Ziegler’s third Ultimate 30 of the same name. Debuted at the Hawaii event (came in fourth); hot hands include driver Ziegler (whose father hers owned a series of IOR boats called Gem), tactician Ken Read and mainsheet trimmer Tucker Edmunson. (8-1) Hexcel, Iain Murray/McConaghy Boatworks, Russ Silvestri, San Francisco — Veteran skipper Silvestri, who won $86,666 on the circuit last year with a chartered Moore 30, is back with a sistership to Team Ziti. Russ, who according to UYR press releases is "known for his daring moves on the race course" and his talented crew (Steve Erickson, Craig Healy, Mike Herlihy, Scott Inveen, Greg Prussia, Ron Young and either designer Iain Murray or Chris Ran) have been putting in hours of practice on their new "Pepto-Bismol pink" skiff. Sponsors besides Hexcel include Svendsen’s Boat Works. (2-1) Maryland Flyer, Rob Humphreys/J. Hamilton Yachts, Bill Steitz, Pittsburg (PA) — Steitz and helmsman Mike Hobson of Annapolis have accumulated $151,165 in earnings over the last two years. The veteran "lipstick red" boat, co-sponsored by the State of Maryland and Range Rover, is faster than ever after Larry Tuttle recently added hard chines. This boat has always fared well in heavy air (Flyer won the San Francisco event in ’88, collecting $56,000). Experienced crew includes tactician Jim Brady. (5-2) Point Richmond Racing Team, Schumacher/Cal Coast, Leon Daniel and Bruce Powell, Richmond — Olympian Will Baylis is scheduled to drive the "triple blue" West Marine Products sponsored boat. Others on the large team include owners Daniel (of Leon Russell fame) and Powell (Larsen Sails), Nick Gibbens, Eric Baumhoff, Steve Evans, Karl Gillette, Steve Jeppeson, Michael Walsh, Steve Smith and Patrick Vincent. "Like the 49ers, not everyone will be on the field at once," explained Daniel. Though essentially a sistership of Albatross, they should fare better because they’ve been in the water a month longer. (2-1) Team Duraflame, Ron Moore & Larry Tuttle/Moore, Russell Long, San Francisco — Owner/driver Russell Long, best known for his 198012-Meter bid with Clipper, will be joined for this series by Santa Cruzans Larry Tuttle (who helped build the boat), Andre LaCour and Dave Wahle. Also aboard are Long’s college buddy Jim Hammitt, who’ll call the tactics, and some of his Onaine crew: Dobbs "Dr. Doom" Davis, Rick Brent and Greg Gibson. Duraflame, which lists Dickies as a supporting sponsor, is the narrowest boat in the field, and one of the most powerful. Long won his first UYR race in Milwaukee ($50,000), but came in last in the recent Hawaii event after a crewmember fell overboard.(7-1) f Team MacLaurin TechnoYachts, Laurie Davidson/Esprit Yachts, John MacLaurin, Los Angeles — With Kimo Worthington driving, the dayglo green TMT finished second at the recent Hawaii Ultimate Race ($27,500). Conceptually quite different than the other more "skiff-like" boats, the bulbkeeled Davidson design is easily the stablest boat in the fleet, which could prove a virtue on the Bay. Spot Sport, a clothing company, will outfit the hot local crew. Joining MacLaurin and Worthington are JimBob Barton, Zan Drejes, Tom Ducharme, Billy George and Hart Jordan. (2-1) Team Zltl, Iain Murray/McConaghy Boatworks (Australia), Wayne Womack, Los Gatos — The new neon orange and pink Ziti, steered by Australian Peter Gilmour, hit pay dirt in their debut at last month’s Hawaii event. They collected $59,500, much of which wenj to pay the boat’s $27,000 airfare bill. Joining Gilmour and Womack for the San Francisco regatta will be locals Doug Miller, Geordie Shaven and Kimo Winterbottom. Rounding out the crew are a trio of Aussies known as Cocko, Ricko and Rambo. How Ziti, which resembles a blown-up Aussie 18, will perform in heavy air remains to be seen. (2-1)

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SIGHTINGS moving experience — cont’d Peterson’s Boat House at the foot of 14th Street in Oakland. The next year, the club moved to the 19th Avenue location, where the 30 by 40-ft clubhouse was built for just over $300. Nearly 50 years of good old days at that location included the membership of Jack London from 1913 to 1916 and, in the ’20s, monthly dues of 95 cents and $2-a-month PG&E bills. In 1974, some sort of compliance .problems with the Port of Oakland necessitated another move. This one was to Alameda, where the club took over the Pacific Marina (OYC is one of a handful of area yacht clubs to have always had its own marina), and moved into that old, square office building on the premises. In the mid ’80s, land access to the club was complicated by the building of a huge condominium complex around the site, which rendered OYC "hardest club in the known universe to find" status until that project was completed earlier this year. The next move for the club was a short one. Half a year ago, they moved into the old and long-vacant Galleon Restaurant, located mid-parking lot in the marina. Buildings set up to feed people don’t exactly make ideal yacht clubs. Fortunately, this was only interim quarters. Members could sit at the big cont'd next sightings page

scow With plans in hand, Billy then went looking for a commodity even rarer in modem Sausalito than shipbuilding yards: an open space where he could spend the planned two years building the boat. It wasn’t long before he found a generous benefactor in the person of Herb Madden. A second-generation X Sausalitan and owner of Sausalito Yacht Harbor, Herb donated the space adjacent to Edgewater Yachts — exactly where the Madden-Louis boatyard had stood many years before. When he started shopping around for steel for the hull, it happened again. The company offering the best deal was Van Beber & Co. of Petaluma. In business since the turn of the century, they had supplied the iron and steel for fittings on the original

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scows! As word of the project spread from Billy’s shop at Schoonmaker Point, other offers, advice and even gear started turning up. For example, Joe at the Arquez shipyard offered an original anchor winch and many other priceless fittings. "I felt like a little kid in a candy store," says Billy. The principal dimensions of the as-yet unnamed schooner will be 65 ft LOA, with a 19-ft beam and a draft of 7 to 8 feet with the centerboard down. With the board up, the boat will draw a scant 3 feet. While Billy will tackle most of the woodwork himself, most of the steel fabrication will be done by another waterfront local, Albert the welder. Construction is scheduled to begin soon

round bar and literally watch the future take shape a few yards away. That’s where their spiffy new — and dare we say permanent — clubhouse was being built. The ribbon cutting opening the 8,000-square-foot double-decker was May 19 at a members-only ceremony. During the week of June 13 to 21, they’ve invited everyone else to come by and check it the new digs. As part of the "something new, something old" feel of the place, you can even sit around that 30-year-old circular bar we were talking about a minute ago. The owner of the Galleon was so happy to have someone in the old building, he gave them the bar as a house-warming (club-warming?) present. One other old/new look for OYC appears here. Somebody recently found the old photo in a musty corner of the Alviso YC. The inscription read "Cruisein with Oakland and Tiburon Yacht Clubs, 1914". That makes it the oldest OYC artifact in existence. To celebrate the find, the move, the new clubhouse and everything else, members and friends in attendance at the ribbon cutting staged this new group shot 76 years after the first. All boaters are welcome at the open house. If you’re going to be in the neighborhood, give OYC a call at 522-6868 to reserve some dock space.

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the case of the wayward cup, part XXIV — or, back to the drawing boards, men, we may get to go sailing yet! If America’s Cup skippers were New York State of Appeals Court judges, the Olde Mug' would now be on display at Mercury Bay, New Zealand. But they’re not, which is why — as you all know by now — the Cup is at the San Diego YC and the next America’s Cup will be held off Pt. Loma in May of 1992. The seven Appeals Court judges voted 5-2 to deny the New Zealand appeal to strip San Diego of the Cup. Interestingly enough, the only sailor among the judges voted against San Diego. And when it came to America’s Cup skippers, the vast majority felt New Zealand deserved the Cup on the grounds that San Diego had violated the spirit of competition. The skippers felt strongly enough about it to join a larger 'friend-of-the-court' brief asserting just that. Included were defending U.S. skippers Bus Mosbacher ('62 & ’67), Bob Bavier ('64), Bill Picker (70), Ted Hood (74), and Ted Turner (77). Foreign America’s Cup skippers siding with New Zealand were Graham Mann (England,'62), Jock Sturrock (Australia, '62 and '67), Sir James Hardy (Australia, (70, 74, and '80), Noel Robbins (Australia, 77) and Jbhn Bertrand (Australia, ’83). The only three America’s Cup skippers who didn’t back New Zealand were Dennis Conner (who naturally wouldn’t vote to disqualify himself), Briggs Cunningham (U.S., ’58) who didn’t take a stand, and Ian Murray, (Australia, ’87) who also didn’t take a stand. Be that as it may, New Zealand’s Michael Fay accepted the court’s ruling with grace — and finality. With the all the court challenges having run their course, Fay considers the 1987 America’s Cup to be history. Unrepentant, he said if he had the chance he’d do everything the same again. Nonetheless, he offered Conner and the San Diego YC his sincere congratulations during an ESPN special on the court decision. During that same broadcast, Conner accepted the victory with a dignity that has not always been evident. After the years of court battles and bad feelings, both he and Fay appeargd eager to bury the hatchet and let this unfortunate chapter in the history of sport slip into the past. As we see it, there are really three things that will help sailors and the general public forget this black mark on the America’s Cup: the Italian challenge, the Japanese Nippon challenge and the new America’s Cup Class boats. The new America’s Cup Class boats are going to be so much more exciting to sail and watch — even off San Diego, where the winds are light and flukey and the kelp tries to hang off every keel. Approximately 75 feet, the new boats will be 10 feet longer than a typical 12 Meter, carry 40% more sail area with fully-battened mains and masthead spinnakers, and cont'd next sightings page page 95 /

SIGHTINGS wayward cup — cont’d displace much less. We’re talking getting out of dump trucks and into Porsches. It doesn’t matter what point of sail or how hard the wind blows, 12 Meters pretty much top out at about 8.5 to 9 knots. The new America’s Cup boats might hit 18 to 20 off the wind, if they ever get a 25-knot breeze off Point Loma. Even in very light winds the significantly lighter and thus more maneuverable new boats will be more interesting to watch. As for the Italians and Japanese, they’re bringing a level of commitment and style heretofore not seen at the America’s Cup. The Japanese Nippon Challenge (not to be confused with Japan’s Bengal Bay Challenge) is backed by a group of corporations that might as well be Japan, Inc. They’ve been whipping this country at just about everything they’ve tried during the last 15 years, so it will be interesting to see how they attempt it on the water. Everyone considers their Achilles heel to be weak personnel; even so, it would be foolish to underestimate them. Right now, however, it appears the most serious challenge — and certainly the most colorful — will come from Italy’s Raul Gardini. The 57year old former Lightning and Finn sailor, who has risen from a local grain trader to running a $30 billion/year conglomerate, has so much money he makes Donald Trump look like one of the homeless. And he’s not afraid to spend it. Most owners buy their crew dinner and a couple of rounds of drinks after winning a regatta. Gardini, you might remember, bought his 24' crewmembers Rolex watches after his Frers maxi II Moro de Venezia won the St. Francis Big Boat Series in 1988. A spokesman for the Italian campaign says they’ve figured their running expenses would come to about $40 million. Running expenses don’t include the AC class boat that was launched in March or the other three still to be built. Nor does it include the expenses Gardini’s Montedison chemical company will incur building the boats. And should the budget fall short of what’s needed, it’s no problem. Gardini, who made a run at cornering the international grain market last year, is running an 'open check' campaign. Nobody who saw the Venice launching of II Moro de Venezia will doubt the commitment to style. The $1 million spectacle was directed by Franco Zefferelli and featured the Verona orchestra and choir, a 60-trumpet fanfare, and 700 special guests, by pecking order, in 200 gondolas. After the red-cloaked beauty was blessed, she was lowered into the water and taken for a short sail among 1,000 escort vessels. None of the 20,000 people in attendance had seen an America’s Gup launching to rival if. In cont'd next sightings page

scow after delivery of the steel in early June. Though insurance regulations require the area immediately around the boat to be fenced off, the project will still be in plain view of both vehicular and pedestrian traffic (Edgewater yachts is located on Bridgeway at

do liveaboards Or more accurately, if you live aboard your boat, have you been counted? A casual comment the other day by a harbormaster has lead us to believe that many liveaboards might not be included in the 1990 Census — unless thev speak up soon. And we’re not talking about just you outlaws. Seems that the mechanism by which most legitimate people are counted has so far skipped some area marinas. A call to the Census Bureau revealed that marinas fall under the "special places" category. What’s supposed to happen is, the Census Bureau sends a special form to the harbormaster, who then fills it out for the liveaboards in his marina and returns it. However, the harbormaster we talked to and a couple others he knew about hadn’t received the form. This didn’t make the already harriedsounding person at the Census Bureau any

jet Jet skis may be the most controversial things to hit the water since fiberglass, but our opinion of them went up about 20 notches when we spotted the scenario below — that’s a

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the north end of town), and that couldn’t please Billy more. "It’ll be just like turning a page back in history," he says. — john skoriak

other words, don’t ever turn down an invitation to anything sponsored by the Italian syndicate. While Gardini has spent freely on glitz, he’s invested far more heavily in international sailing, scientific and organizational talent. No small chunk of the money is ending up in the pocket of helmsman Paul Cayard, who grew up in San Bruno and is a product of the St. Francis YC Junior Program. Cayard, who has had fabulous success in everything from Stars to Class A maxi’s, has been living in Italy to satisfy the America’s Cup residency requirement. Another notable in the Gardini camp is Argentina’s German Frers, whose designs owned Class A until last year. If anyone could be said to have the inside track on the Cup now, it’s the Italians. They’ve got excellent people working at every job, they’ve got a boat in the water and another being built, and they don’t have the distraction of having to spend half their time begging for money. While that’s an enviable position to be in, it also has its own unique problem. Says Sausalito’s Ken Keefe, who has probably sailed in more important regattas with Cayard than anyone, "When you’ve got everything, there is no excuse to lose — and that means pressure." Like the Japanese and Italians, the French have also launched an America’s Cup boat, FI. Unlike the Japanese and the Italians, the French syndicate has no money. No sooner did the Briand-design hit the water then she was tied to a dock, floating in a sea of debt. There are approximately 13 other foreign syndicates, from Australia to Spain, that have announced plans to compete for the Cup in 1992. Exactly how many foreign challengers will ultimately show up in San Diego is uncertain. The new AC class boats are being built of exotic composites, and thus take about $2 million and six months to build. As such, the ante has been upped from the 12s, which could be built for half the price and in 2/3’s the time. Insiders figure they’ll maybe be eight foreign challenges: two from Japan, and one each from Italy, Denmark, Spain, France, New Zealand and England would appear to be the most likely. What’s an even greater probability is that some of the biggest names in recent America’s Cups — and who were expected to play major roles this time around — will be on the sidelines. Alan Bond, who bankrolled Australia’s historic victory back in 1983, has a business empire beset by such severe problems that even the sale of his $55 million van Gogh wouldn’t be enough to bail him out. Peter de Savary, who battled in the courts to allow England to be part of the 'Coma off Pt. Loma', no longer has

count? happier. She asked for addresses and phone numbers. We told her there are about 70 marinas in the Bay Area, and most of them are home to at least some liveaboards. With more than a few marinas being home to over 100 legal liveaboards, quick extrapolation showed that the Census Bureau could be missing thousands of people in the Bay Area alone. The bottom line is, if you live aboard and you want to be counted, you may have to be active rather than passive about it. First, check with your harbormaster to see if he received the aforementioned forms. If not, call the Census Bureau at 243-8904 to get the ball rolling. UPDATE: Two of the three marinas we mentioned have been visited by Census takers since this writeup started. The third (and original one) has not.

services dismasted Mercury being towed to safe haven. It’s like anything else. It’s not the jet ski we should be judging; it’s the guy behind the wheel.

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SIGHTINGS wayward cup — cont’d the control or backing of the Blue Arrow Corporation. So he’s unlikely. Everybody expects Michael Fay to be back with a Kiwi effort, but we have a gut feeling he may not. During the ESPN broadcast, Gary Jobson doggedly tried to get a firm commitment oq participation from Fay, who was extremely evasive. Right now Fay’s New Zealand afterguard is said to be helping Masakazu Kobayashi’s Bengal Bay Challenge get its act together on a Bruce Farr AC class design being built in New Zealand. Some suspect Fay is using the arrangement to test the waters before deciding whether or not to plunge into another America’s Cup campaign. Searching as desperately for sponsorship money as the French are the American syndicates, all of which, because they’ve got neither bucks nor boats in the water, are way behind the Italians and Japanese. Dennis Conner, who will have to fight everyone else on equal terms to be the defender, probably has the inside track on corporate sponsorship. But it won’t be easy; neither the fiasco in San Diego nor Conner’s behavior were the kind of thing corporations lust to be identified with. Peter Isler, Conner’s tactician for the last two Cups, is trying to put a syndicate together, as is Larry Klein, U.S. Yachtsman of the Year. Some say that the Yankee Syndicate, from the yachting hotbed of Cleveland and with the services of Buddy Melges, is closest to signing a big sponsor and beginning to build a boat. But talk is cheap, and even the optimistic Yankee Syndicate doesn’t figure to have a AC design in the water before the end of the year. The one thing all the above syndicates have going for them is PACT or Partnership for America’s Cup Technology. Headed by John Marshall, PACT has been doing some basic model and tank testing from which they can all benefit. American women, perhaps inspired by the tremendous showing by British women on Maiden in the Whitbread Around the World Race, want in on the America’s Cup also. The Betsy Ross Syndicate out of San Diego says they’ll have a women skipper if they can find one up to their standards. The Santa Cruz Women’s Defense Syndicate, which oddly enough seems to be orchestrated by a man, has no doubts about women being adequate for the task; the entire crew is supposed to be female. As much as we hope all these American syndicates can round up the approximately $25 million needed to run a campaign, most experts figure only three or four will be legitimate contenders to defend. Even so, it’s doubtful that all of them will have a boat ready for the America’s Cup Class Worlds to be held in San Diego in May of 1991. In any event, a number of familiar U.S. America’s Cup players will also be absent. Neither Newport Beach nor San Francisco Bay, both players in Australia, have threatened an effort. Most conspicuous by their absence, however, is the New York YG, which up until 1983 had owned the Cup for a record 132 years. Latitude’s America’s Cup forecast: An Itaiiano-American Cup with Conner and Cayard dueling it out in waters they both know like the back of their hands.

peter stocker Nothing in our experience or training ever prepared us for writing obituaries, and it’s particularly difficult when writing about a friend. We suppose we should begin with the facts: On the sunny afternoon of May 12, real estate developer Peter Stocker, age 47, was killed instantly in a freak helicopter accident at the Carmel Valley site he was developing. Ironically, the pilot of the helicopter — the only other occupant — walked away with just a scratch. Stocker, a resident of Sausalito and a partner in the Pacific Unior^ Development Company, was probably best known for his unsuccessful attempt to build a downtown baseball park in San Francisco in the mid-80s. An avid golfer (he played in the ’89 AT&T Pebble Beachr Tournament) and sailor (Lene Marie, Bondi Tram), Stocker leaves behind his wife Cathy and four children. Peter also leaves behind many friends, and we count ourselves among them. It’s still hard to comprehend that this vital, charismatic man — always quick with a smile and a good word — is no longer our neighbor in Sausalito,

new and improved At the depth of its decline last year, only 100 of the 281 slips at Port Sonoma were occupied. A multitude of management problems had conspired to drive renters away from the picturesque marina at the mouth of the Petaluma River, not the least of which was the lack of dredging. When not ' high and dry at low tide, heavy silting of the entrance channel had many boats landlocked at all but the highest tides. Venture Corporation of Mill Valley, the marina’s new owner, has been busy whipping the place back into shape. One of the first changes was to hyphenate the name

Above, Peter Stocker. Spread, ‘Lene Marie'.

One ship drives east and another drives west With the self-same winds that blow: ’Tis the set of the sails and not the gales That tell them the way to go. — Rudyard Kipling W: f —>

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or standing next to us at the yacht club bar after a race. Already we miss his sense of humor (last fall, Peter snuck up behind us in a voting booth and, to the delight of the crowd and horror of the gray-haired administrators, began yelling facetiously, "This man’s a Democrat! Get him out of here!") and his incredible energy (after we won a particularly quick Tuesday night race on his Frers 41 Bondi Tram, he thought nothing of rushing the crew out to Candlestick in time to watch most of the Giants game from his skybox). We didn’t know much about the other side of Peter’s life, that of the high powered — and extremely successful — businessman. Rather, we knew Peter through our mutual love for sailing and adventure, and it seemed he popped up everywhere: we remember partying with him on his Baltic trader Lene Marie at Baja Haha in 1988; sitting next to him on the rail of Blade Runner during Long Beach Race Week several years ago; a particularly raucous Big Boat Series crew dinner he hosted for Bondi Tram, Blade Runner and cont'd next sightings page

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stocker — cont’d Sidewinder in the back room of Mulhern’s; the excitement when Lene Marie returned after her seven-year circumnavigation (Latitude, February ’88, "Three Men and a Baby"); sailing on Bondi Tram one magical evening when he brought along Tom Blackaller and Grateful Dead drummer Mickey Hart; we remember all the laughs, the go'od times and the Meyers/OJs he so generously plied his friends with. Everyone who came into contact with StocKter came under his spell; each of his thousands of friends have their own unique memories of him. Stocker, of course, had his own memories, one of which he always rhapsodized about: "It was", he claimed, "the most beautiful beach in the world", a sunny place in the Indian Ocean’s Seychelle Islands he discovered on his world cruise with Lene Marie. It was a gorgeous powder-white beach, framed by rocks on each side and palm trees behind (we’ve seen the pictures); Peter and his family dubbed it "The Ultimate Beach". We figure if there’s a heaven, it probably looks a lot like "The Ultimate Beach". We’d like to think Peter’s up there relaxing on that beach right now, wondering what all the fuss is about and urging his family and many friends to get on with their lives. Why his number came up so early, no one knows. We do know this: Peter Stocker was a great guy. We miss him, but we’re glad we had the chance to sail with him and share his zest for life. — latitude! rkm.

construction of an additional 202 slips, with end ties capable of accommodating vessels up to 100 feet in length! That construction is scheduled for completion in 1991. Other plans in the $2.5 million expansion/ improvement project include facilities for a high-speed commuter ferry linking the North Bay and San Francisco; a classy restaurant; ' a retail center housing a chandlery, boat service center and yacht brokerage; and an adjacent RV park — all pending government

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handy little formulas Like many teenagers, George B. "Joe" Miller got into a little trouble back in high school. It was after World War II and Joe was taking trigonometry at Polytechnic High School in San Francisco. He started spouting off one day about something that his teacher knew he hadn’t learned on campus. After a little inquiry, it came out that Joe had been sneaking down to the Ferry Building after school to take navigation courses from a couple of old sea captains as part of the Humboldt Evening High School. Gee, those kids, what are you going to do? Navigation has remained one of Joe’s passions ever since. And he’s put it to good use. When he’s not in the office of his yacht sales and service company, he’s out delivering yachts up and down the coast and back and forth to Hawaii. He’s also raced in five TransPacs. When he’s on a delivery, Joe’s never quite sure if the electronic navigation gear will work, so he always totes along his sextant and HO 249. Being, as he calls it, "tight with a buck," he also carries a cheap pocket calculator on which he stores a couple of formulas, listed below. Joe says they probably won’t mean much to anyone other than navigators, so we won’t try to explain them. Suffice it to say, they allow a by-the-sun navigator to do two things: a) accurately compute his progress along the great circle route so he can answer the two most often asked crew questions: "Where are we?" and "How much farther do we have to go?" b) Figure out his longitude when he chases the Pacific High farther north than his sight reduction tables go.

FORMULA 1 (For figuring great circle distance) Sin h = Sin LI Sin L2 + Cos LI Cos L2 Cos LOab 90-h = distance (in degrees) so multiply by 60 for miles. LI and L2 are departure and destination latitudes and LOab is the difference of departure and destination longitudes.

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Has anyone out there never been boarded by the Coast Guard? If so, you’re definitely in the minority. Now, have any of the rest of you who have been boarded ever been the least bit miffed about it? If so, you’re definitely in the majority. Over the years, Coast Guard boardings have generated more calls and letters to Latitude 38 than any other subject. And 95 percent of them are essentially the same: done in the heat of the moment, and the caller or writer thinks they’re giving us the scoop of the year. You know, like we can use their sordid tale of woe and humiliation to expose the Coasties for what they 'really' are: mindless, Nazi power-puppets of a government gone mad; a festering pustule on society, our national heritage and of course the human race. Oh sure, we can print that. No problem. Just don’t get nasty. Most seem genuinely hurt when we suggest they sleep on it for a few days and get back to us in a calmer frame of mind. Well, you will all be happy to know that boarding will not be quite so bitter a pill to swallow in the months to come. Someone who can do something about it, has, namely Coast Guard Commandant Raul Yost. After nearly a year of study and discussions with recreational boaters by the Coast Guard, head cheese Yost announced the following changes in the boarding procedure in early May: 1) The Coast Guard’s computer database will be improved so that a boat will not be boarded repeatedly during the same voyage. Up to now, it’s not unheard of for one boat to be boarded three times in the space of a week. 2) Once a boat has been boarded, the Coast Guard will avoid, when possible, the practice of herding people to one end and page 100

SIGHTINGS — cont’d approval, of course. Although slip occupancy is climbing again — 170 are occupied at this writing — there are still plenty left for guests, which makes this an idea] destination for a fleet cruise this summer. And if you’re in the market for a place to park your boat and don’t mind the "commute" to the main Bay, you can’t beat the price — $4 a foot per month is about the cheapest you’ll find anywhere on the Bay.

handy — cont’d FORMULA 3 (For longitude) Cos t = Sin h - (Sin L Sin d) Cos L Cos d This one gives you "t" (local hour angle) and when applied to the GHA of the sun, longitude happens! Latitude is critical here so you may wish to set the results of your noon shot first. If you have questions about any of this, call Joe at (415) 435-2505. — shimon van collie

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boarding procedures refusing to allow the skipper to accompany the boarding team on its inspection. 3) Boaters will also be told why they are being boarded and what their rights are under the law. One of those rights will soon be an ombudsman with a toll-free 800 number; a sort of David Horowitz type who will be kicking ass and taking names. Well, at least taking names and following up any valid ones with an investigation. None of this means that there will be any fewer boardings, or that you’ll like them more. You just won’t hate them as much. We’re not out to mock anyone here. When we hear legitimate complaints such as boardings being done in unsafe areas or by overzealous, inexperienced Coast Guardsmen, we generally run something about it. However, it’s been our experience that most of the complaints are due to a simple misunderstanding of the Coast Guard’s standard operating procedure in a boarding. So, just to make sure we’re all on the same wavelength, here’s the drill: * The Coast Guard has the authority to board any vessel in U.S. waters or any U.S. vessel in any waters anytime. * The SOP for a boarding is to contact the vessel (by VHF or bullhorn), identify themselves and explain what is about to happen. * Upon that hail, you’re supposed to stop or maneuver in such a way that permits the easiest boarding. However, more experienced Coast Guard skippers are usually open to requests from sailboat skippers to proceed to calmer waters (behind Lime Pt. versus under the Golden Gate, for example) for the boarding. Depending on the circumstances and the particular Coast Guardsman in command, tMse requests cont'd center of next sightings page page 101

If you’re serious about surviving life-threatening offshore emergencies — such as your boat sinking — you’ll want to get one of the new '406' EPIRBs. EPIRBs (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons) have been around for years, but the 406, so named because of the frequency it uses, is a quantum leap forward. "It may be the single greatest improvement in survival equipment in history," said a spokesman for the Coast Guard Rescue Coordination Center in Long Beach. As soon as you start comparing new with old, it’s hard not to agree. In simplest terms, the 'old' EPIRBs — the ones just about everybody currently has aboard their boats — were developed to signal aircraft, and only later adapted to satellites. The new 406s, were developed specifically to be picked up by satellites, though for an extra measure of safety, they also transmit on the 'old' frequencies, 121.5 and 243 MHz. Also, the old EPIRBs have a 97% false alarm rate — out of every 100 activations, only 3 are actual emergencies. Consequently, the Coast Guard has adapted a 'wait and see' stance when one goes off, a wait IlHliiiiMiP’w — ^ that can stretch for hours. With the 406 EPIRBs, however, "It’s an immediate launch," ft said the spokesman. Here are some more 406 features:

Coverage — With 121s, the signal either has to be picked up by a shore station (which doesn’t help if you’re beyond line of sight), high-flying aircraft (which fly over only a fraction of the world’s surface and don’t always listen to their radios), or a satellite (which has to 'see' a ground station the same time it 'sees' an EPIRB, which isn’t all that often in the best areas). Since the Southern hemisphere has less satellite coverage and no ground stations, there is almost no chance of detection. Coverage with 406s, however, is worldwide. If a satellite can’t beam a 406 signal to a ground station immediately, it stores the signal Superb EPIRB — one of the new 406s. until it can. With the 406, mariners'*can be confident their rescue signal will be heard. Identification — When the Coast Guard receives a 121 signal, it’s uncertain — at least in the beginning — whether it’s from a boat, a crashed airplane (Emergency Location Transmitters — ELTs — are the aircraft equivalent to EPIRBs) or some non-emergency electronic transmission bleeding into the frequency. 406s, on the other hand, send a unique code to the satellite. That’s 'unique' as in 'individual'. If the owner has preregistered such information, the ground cont'd next sightings page

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station knows not only where you are, but the type, size and color of boat, owner’s name, appropriate phone numbers and more. Top of the line units may even allow users to communicate the nature of the distress — sinking, fire, etc! The only 'bad' thing about the positive identification feature of 406s is that the Coast Guard can track down those accidental or malicious false alarms that much faster. Since an EP1RB signal is considered an electronic 'Mayday', fines can be levied when they are set off inadvertently. Accuracy — Accuracy with 121 EPIRBs depends on who receives the signal. If picked up by high-flying aircraft, the search area could be hundreds of square miles. If by satellite, it depended on the 'composite' of signal receptions. At best it was five miles. 406s are accurate to within two or three miles. But that’s only the beginning. Because they also transmit on 121.5 and 243 MHz, rescuers can home in on them that way, too. Furthermore, most manufacturers are equipping their 406s with strobe lights. At present, the only two real drawbacks of 406s are size and cost — they’re more bulky and a lot more expensive than the old-style 121 EPIRBs. Furuno currently has a 406 that retails for about $2,100 but can be bought for as little as $1,600. It measures 26"xl0"x9". ACR has a smaller model, but it costs quite a bit more. However, as with all new electronics, as soon as competition streamlines the technology, both prices and dimensions are expected to shrink. Despite the cost and size of 406s, it’s our opinion that you shouldn’t do a lot of sailing beyond VHF range — and certainly not ocean cruising — without one. The necessity of getting a rescue signal out immediately — especially in cold water areas where a couple of hours can mean the difference between life and death — can’t be overstated. And in remote areas of the Pacific, for example, a 406 may be your only hope. But no matter what EPIRB you own, make sure you understand how it works and how to operate it. Our spokesman tells us that not long ago a fisherman 50 miles south of San Diego set off his EPIRB when his boat began to sink. Having developed a composite position from 121.5 MHz signals, the Coast Guard sent out their Falcon jet to effect a rescue. The fisherman would have been rescued that night — had he not shut his EPIRB off thinking the system wouldn’t work at night. The rescue jet couldn’t find him and had to come home. At sunrise the next morning the fisherman again set off his EPIRB, at which point the Falcon made a second run and saved his butt.

don’t always go over — apparently not that many Coast Guardsmen know that much about sailboats — but it’s worth a try. * The boarding team will be in uniform, coveralls or survival suits bearing the Coast Guard insignia — and they will be armed. * For procedure once they’re aboard, we’ll quote directly from the 11th District’s

southern hospitality It’s good to know there are still places sailboat racing isn’t taken too seriously. Take Tuesday and Friday night racing off Brisbane, for example. Patterned loosely after Santa Cruz’s well-known Wednesday night beer can races, the folks from Oyster Point and Sierra Point YCs use a rabbit start. That means one designated boat on port tack sails past the anchored committee boat and opens a "gate" through which the other boats pass to start the race. However, on May 11, the 6:30 start time rolled around and Steve Sears’ Watkins 27 Moonshot was running fashionably late for her appointment with the Sierra Point YC committee boat. Did anyone panic? Did they tear their hair? Did Steve vow to spend the next five mortgage payments on a new suit of sails to entice a rock star sailmaker aboard so it would never happen again? Naw. They just went ahead and started on starboard, reaching off for the first mark and letting the rest of the fleet figure out what to do. Pretty soon, 21 entries were boiling out into the Bay as the westerlies curled around San Bruno Mountain to fill their sails. The triangle course took them around a couple of South Bay channel markers and back to the finish. Then it was back to the dock and up to the Sierra Point YC for burgers, beer and a spirited discussion about PHRF ratings and how to sort out the handicaps. "We’re not high-tech racers down here," says Sears, the Club’s first race chairman. "If we were, we’d keep our boats farther up the Bay. We’re just out to have fun." And fun they have. Their clubhouse is a converted three-car garage, which cont'd next sightings page page 102

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can’t be beat for that rea//y casual feel. The five-year-old SPYC rents the facility from the City of Brisbane’s maintenance department. They’ve done wonders with the space, fitting in the requisite bar, ice box, a sink and seating for about 40 or 50 people. You know dinner’s ready when they roll up one of the garage doors and you smell the barbecue smoke from the driveway. For all its charm, the club’s venue may change soon, however. Former commodore Jeff Eastman, who owns the Pearson 42 Del Cielo with his wife

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detailed and time-consuming for everyone." Safety inspections are really no big deal. Even if you get dinged for being short a lifejacket or for an out-of-date fire extin¬ guisher, all you have to do is spend a few bucks to fix it. However, failing to stop to permit boarding carries a maximum $5,000 fine. Forcibly resisting a Coast Guard boarding is a felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine — and you still have to buy the damn lifejacket. If you feel you have been subjected to an improper boarding by the Coast Guard, you don’t have to wait around for that 800

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phone number to come on line (we’ll publish it as soon as we can) to complain about it. California boaters can address current complaints to: Commander (ole), Seventh Coast Guard District, 400 Oceangate, Long Beach, CA 90822-5399. The phone numbers are (213) 499-5400 or (213) 499-5380 (24 hours). The only fly remaining in the ointment now is finding a more expeditious way to compensate owners whose boats are damaged in Coast Guard boardings. At present, it’s a lengthy procedure fraught with legal expenses and lost sailing time.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — 'You give me half a tanker full of iron, I’ll give you another Ice Age," says John Martin of Moss Landing Marine Laboratories. Martin is one of many scientists who believe that the solution to globed warming is spraying hundreds of tons of iron pellets onto the surface of the ocean. The iron would cause marine plants, which remove the heat-causing carbon monoxide from the atmosphere, to undergo tremendous growth. More marine plant life means less carbon monoxide trapped in the atmosphere, which means a cooler globe. Thus the rainforests would be saved, inexpensive coal could be burned for energy and we could all drive down to the marina in big cars with V-8 engines. This is not a crackpot idea. A panel of the National Research Council, which is part of the National Academies of Sciences and Engineering, which advises the Congress on scientific issues, says the plan is "conceptually feasible". At a wild estimate cost of $1 billion a year, one of the world’s wealthy individuals could easily pick up the tab himself. A little bit of knowledge, of course, is a dangerous thing — and a little knowledge is all we have when it comes to fooling around with Nature on a grand scale. Man’s attempts at 'playing God' have often backfired or been ineffectual. If you’ve forgotten, the next item should serve as a reminder. SEATTLE — Sea Lion #22 proved, once again, the futility of man trying to fine-tune Nature. The 836-pounder was one of six trucked 1,000 miles at great expense from Seattle to San Miguel Island in order to keep them from devastating the run of wild steelhead spawning in the streams that feed Lake Washington. But just as a good college student instinctively knows the way to the best pizza, #22 had no trouble finding his way back to snack central. A spokesman for NOAA reported that #22’s radio transmitter signal was picked up off Seattle’s Alki Point just 30 days after being dumped in the sea off the Channel Islands. That means he covered an average of 35 miles a day. While we don’t hope for the devastation of steelhead, we admire individual effort; nice going #22! Flash! Two more of the six sea lions relocated to the Channel Islands have made it back to Seattle. PIER 39 — Speaking of sea lions, the ones that supposedly took up residence at Pier 39 for the herring season only, are now acting like human house guests. In other words, they won’t leave. The experts, demonstrating once again how little we know about nature, had predicted the sea lions would return to their normal summer quarters at the Channel Islands. Pier 39 officials have had to move some boats, and report losing several thousand dollars a month in berth revenue. But they’re not complaining too loudly, as sunbathing sea lions, whidh have been featured in news stories around the world, have become a big tourist attraction. MARIN COUNTY — Less than two weeks after belly-aching about the pseudo problem of marina liveaboards creating a pollution problem, Marin County administrators and officials had to face up to 200,000 gallons of raw sewage flowing out of West Railroad Pump Station into the San Rafael Canal — the biggest such spill in the Bay Area of the 90s. Less than 24 hours after the 200,000 gallon spill, the public health department claimed that the tidal action had probably cleared the sewage out. WASHINGTON — Normally Democrats are ijnore skilled at posturing with environmental interests than Republicans. Thus there were a lot of stunned environmentalists on May 16»when California Senator Alan Cranston, a Democrat, said he would probably vote in favor of allowing oil companies to drill, with restrictions, off the coast of Southern California. Pete Wilson, California’s Republican Senator, repeated his opposition to any new drilling off the coast. LONDON — Cleaning up the water does bring positive results. Just ask British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, who was thrilled to see porpoises frolicking in the once horribly polluted Thames River. Nobody could remember the last time porpoises had visited London. Thatcher enjoyed the impromptu show from a House of Commons riverside terrace.

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MELLOW ' ompared to the last two Master Mariners Regattas, the 1990 event was smooth sailing. In fact, weatherwise, it turned out to be the one bright spot in an otherwise dreary week of unseasonal overcast and rain. By afternoon on Saturday the 26th, the foulies were below and a few iron men even had their shirts off, soaking up rays! N That doesn’t mean anyone was relaxing, at least onihe serious race boats. And come Memorial Day weekend, many of the otherwise laid back Master Mariners get real serious. It’s safe to say that was the case for most of the 117 starters who crossed the line off the City Front in reverse handicap order. In 1988 and 1989, the fleet sailed this regatta in gale force winds. This year, the breeze never got above 20 or so in the windiest areas. Tide, however, was a major factor. A 4.5-knot flood, strongest in modern Master Mariners history, changed courses and strategies dramatically. (The original Master Mariners regattas were sailed in merchant ships from 1867 to 1891. The series was revived for classic yachts in 1965.) For example, the race committee removed the usual weather leg to Crissy, sending the fleet instead on a reach to Littk’ Harding.

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"The only way we could make it was to head for the North Tower as soon as we started," says Pat O’Daniels, who sailed on Brigadoon. "That’s what everybody did." We stationed the photoboat off little Harding soon after the start in anticipation of the long-awaited showdown between the two biggest schooners on the West Coast, Sausalito’s 102-ft Wander Bird and the 145ft State tallship Californian. Wander Bird won the division last year; the Dana Fbintbased Californian took home the coveted strutting cock 'Champion' banner in 1988. Among Harold Sommers’ crew aboard Wander Bird were several Master Mariners (Rick Cogswell of Adelaide and Dave Goff of Landfall among them) who actually left their on boats at the dock to help defend Wander Bird's 1989 win. Looking fittingly regal, the Bird had everything flying as she crossed the starting line and began powering across the Bay.

Californian started five minutes later under shortened canvas, but the expected topsails, jacks and flying jib never appeared. A short time later, tire ship dropped out of the race. The reason given was that the skipper was a last-minute replacement and the boat was under charter to a private group who no longer wanted to race. What a bunch of wimps. Elsewhere, the competition remained keen; the only other dropouts being boats that simply couldn’t make the marks because

of the strong tides. Athough "fair and equal coverage" are our middle names, we have to admit we got pretty wrapped up this year in the 'battle of the stars' in Marconi I. The two boats we were rooting for were Jeff Rutherford's Bright Star, a restored 58-ft Schock cutter featured in last month’s issue; and Evening Star, Bill Vaughan’s beautiful 60-ft Alden yawl. We had friends aboard both boats, and were race sponsors for Evening Star. Though different of rig, the ages (Bright Star was

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Mariners out in proper style: sipping hot buttered rum (an authentic Sterling Hayden recipe using real maple syrup, we’re told), and listening to sea chanties and blues provided by Tai Kuri’s Skip Henderson on concertina, La Mouette’s Steve Osborn on spoons and Mike Douglas on vocals. To see our coverage of this year’s regatta out in the proper style, grab the refreshment of your choice and turn the page.... — latitude/jr mmm

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BIG SCHOONERS 1. Wander Bird 102'schooner 1883 2. Silver Girl 104' ketch 1903 OCEAN 1 1. Odyssey 58' Kelly yawl 1938 2. Athene* 63' S&S yawl 1937 3. Samarkand 55' S&S yawl 1958 OCEAN II 1. Ouessant Farallon Clipper 1957 2. Chorus Kettenburg 38 T958 3. Contenta Lapworth 40 1960 GAEFl 1. Bertie 65' Slocum Spray 1984 2. Brigadoon* 65' Herreschoff sch. 1924 3. Nightwatcher 50' Chapelie sch. 1978 GAFF II 1. Wilhelm H. Starck 39' Roth sch. 1986 2. Freda* 44' Cookson sip. 1885 3. Black Witch 36' Winslow sip. 1949 GAFF III 1. Genevieve 30' Chapelie sip. 1982 2. Paddy West 30' Mower/Day yl. 1937 3. Fairhaven* 20' trad, ketch 1988 MARCONI 1 1. Evening Star* 60' Alden yawl 1937 2. Bright Star 58' Schock cutter 1935 3. Bolero 44' Davis sloop 1946

owner Harold Sommer Robert Bryce Audrey Steele Chris Schroll Richard Humphrey Frank Buck Peter English Chuck Levdar Peter Bailey Terry Klaus Bill Rickman Ray Farnow Diane Brenden' Craig Swayne Glenn Christiansen Mike Proudfoot Gordie Nash Bill Vaughan Jeff Rutherford Tim Murison

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VV hich anchor is best? Depends on the bottom. West Marine Products answered the question for San Francisco boaters by sponsoring a test off Hunter’s Point the last weekend in April. A hired tug pulled similar sizes of the three most common types -v Danforth, CQR and Bruce — with instruments attached to their rodes to measure holding, drag and so on. The results showed that the best holding power in our 'low sheer' mud was offered by the Nav-X Fortress FX 37 (an aluminum Danforth lookalike with variable fluke angle settings), followed by three different Rule/Danforth models, two types of Simpson Lawrence CQRs, and one Bruce. Similar tests in sand off Miami showed similar results, except that the CQR fared a little better.

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outgrowth of another publicity stunt called the Singlehanded Farallones Race. Doomsayers predicted worst-case scenarios

safety records (no lost boats or people); and the doomsayers are off talking up the greenhouse effect. v x v Just about every kind of boat yoU can imagine has done this race. The oldest was a Golden Gate, in which Bob Counts took overall honors in 1982. The smallest was (and is again this year) a Wilderness 21, sailed by the race’s youngest competitor, 21year-old Amy Boyer in 1980. The fastest was the 40-ft Australian trimaran (also the event’s most distant entry) Bullfrog Sunblock, on which Ian Johnston made the passage in 10 days, 10 hours and 4 minutes in 1986. The course record for monohulls, set by Norton Smith on a Santa Cruz 27 in the inaugural 1978 race, stood until 1988, when it was broken by Seattle Olson 30 sailor Bill Stange.

\A/hile a tempting carrot, breaking records is hardly the foremost objective in the minds of most SHTP competitors. Few people run marathons to break records; they run them for the personal accomplishment — or hey, just for the hell of it. The same is true for solo TransRackers. This year, as every year, race participants come from all walks of life, from a San Francisco street juggler to a Montana Rancher. They range in age from 32 to an unspecified "60-something", with the mean being late 40s. In contrast to some years, no women will sail the race in 1990. Almost all previous years have seen at least one woman entrant. An interesting aspect of this particular race is that, up until about a week prior to this article, all previous races were represented. Still, all races but 1982 are represented by at least one returning competitor. SHTP veterans constitute a third of the 18 entries. The boats are as varied as the men. They range in size from the aforementioned

Wilderness 21 to the race’s biggest participant ever, Etosha, a custom 60-ft ketch originally built to do the BOC Singlehanded Round the World Race. In uniqueness, they go from a Freedom 44 ketch with freestanding masts (no shrouds) to a brand new, homegrown (designed, built and based in the Bay Area) 40-ft ocean racing trimaran.

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Peter Hogg's 'Aotea' should be a shoe-in for first to finish — if nothing breaks.

them, usually switching from spinnaker to jib in the evening and letting the vane or autopilot have the night watch. (A notable exception to this was Dave Hamilton in the 1988 race. He took second in division and never hand steered at all.) But steering is only a small “part of "getting there" in a marathon like this one. At the same time he’s racing, each sailor must also juggle eating, sleeping, eliminating (it’s harder than it sounds with one hand on the tiller, the chute up and the boat -6n the edge of control), navigating, sail trim,

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T 1 he start of the 1990 Singlehanded TransPeic is scheduled for noon on June 30. If it’s a typical one, there won’t be many onlookers besides wives, girlfriends and other | family and "support crew". If the truth be known, most of these guys probably prefer it that way. And at the other end, if they win, great. If they don’t, so what? Like the marathon runner, they’ve achieved a personal triumph, overcome a trial, had some fun. Everything else is just icing on the cake. And, besides, there’s always '92.... — latitude/jr

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sail Etosha only weeks before the race when another charter fell through, he was plagued with mechanical breakdowns during the crossing — including both autopilots going out. It turned his formerly highspirited assault on the monohull record into a nightmare of further complications and physical exhaustion.

"I’m a different sort of person now them I was then," says the British-born CranmerBrown. In the upcoming race, while he’ll still sail the boat as fast as he can without breaking anything, Bob says he’ll not drive himself quite so hard. "My only change in strategy is to try to get more sleep this time," he says — five or six hours a day instead of the four, three, two and sometimes none of the 1988 race. Another major difference is sponsorship and preparation. Transpac Commercial Brokerage and Investment Company is sponsoring Etosha. As for preparation, Bob’s had the San Diego-based boat in the Bay Area for the last two months, sailing at least four times a week. If he gets the wind, we figure even a "kinder and gentler* Bob has a pretty good shot at the monohull record. If he gets it, he’ll hold both singlehanded and crewed TransRac records: He chartered Merlin when she set the current Pacific Cup record in 1986. Navigation: Loran/Satnav/sextant; steering: Alpha & Robertson autopilots.

Alan Brutger Polecat — Freedom 44 Homeport: Bozeman, Montana Occupation: Rancher N Age: 36 Though Alan makes his current home far from the sailing crowd, he’s also far from being the novice country boy you might expect. He’s actually been sailing a long time, starting with cruising and racing in and around England, and eventually branching out to an Atlantic crossing and cruising in the Caribbean. In the last few years, he’s sailed all around the Pacific Northwest. The cleverly named Polecat is Alan’s third and largest *big* boat. It’s quite a departure from the 35-ft Pretorian and Oyster 435 that preceded it, however. The Freedom 44 is a cat ketch. It’s booms are wishbones, it’s two masts are bendy and unstayed, it has no headsails, and its interior dwarfs most sailboats of similar size. Though its performance is something of an unknown quantity for this race, Alan will almost certainly enjoy the most spacious accom¬ modations of any competitor. Navigation/steering: unknown

Peter Crane Possible Dream — Santana 37 Occupation: contractor/charter skipper Homeport: Santa Barbara Age: 46 The self-sufficiency/resourcefulness aspect of the SHTP was a big factor in convincinc longtime sailor Peter Crane to enter thi year’s race. "I also really like the idea tha you take the boat you happen to have," say Peter, who in "real life" divides his year between two professions: building contractor in the winter months; charter/delivery skipper in the summer. Another dichotomy is Peter’s penchant for older cars as well as boats. He likens Possible Dream in the upcoming race to "a small-block Chevy in a drag race. It won’t have the flat-out power of the serious race boats, but with the right tweaking, it’ll turn a few heads." Where boats are concerned, Peter has to be one of the top "tweakers" in this year’s fleet. He’s owned Possible Dream for five page 116

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But when it came down to going out on his own boat, he always seemed to end up shorthanding or alone. "I don’t know if whether it was just my inability to attract crew, but I got to Jeff Arast like it that way," he Duval — Hunter 30 says. Homeport: Mountain View Occupation: Market segment1 * * * S * * 8 manager He originally intended to compete in the ’88 race, but was unable to put Logical Age: 38 Switch together in time — literally. When "The phone built, hull #19 was never completed. To race won’t ring for two in One Design, it needed a stock interior, weeks" is one which Fred had to completely build in reason Jeff gives himself over the course of six months in for entering this 1988. He just couldn’t get the work done by year’s race. The race time. other is "Because This time, both boat and skipper are of something one much better prepared — so much so that of my college Bred is as excited about post-race plans as professors told me the event itself. With his wife and youngest once: Never miss son, the Joyce’s plan to join up with friends any opportunity to for a few months of cruising the Islands risk your life'." before shipping the boat back. Jeff sold Duval to himself new in 1980 Navigation: sextant/Loran; steering: in his yacht brokering days, and he's been a Autohelm 2000 autopilot. ('With two brand happy camper ever since. 'This is the best new spares. If I don’t take them out of the boat they ever did," he says. box, I can return them to the store.") A lifelong sailor, Jeff credits familiarity Peter Anderson with the boat and an incident four years ago High Flight — Olson 29 on another boat with giving him confidence Homeport: Laguna Beach for the Hawaii trip. In 1986, he and a Occupation: Wot (American Airlines) couple other guys were rescued from a Age: 49 damaged 28-footer off Bermuda in 30-ft seas The combination of an interest in and 45-knot winds. "After that," he says, "there’s not much that bothers me." singlehanding and Navigation: sextant; steering: Plastimo having done the ’87 crewed Trans¬ autopilot. late were prime motivators for Peter Fred Joyce z when he decided Logical Switch — Express 37 8 to enter this year’s Homeport: Alameda S Singlehanded Occupation: Retired AT&T engineer < TransPac. But what Age: 54 | clinched it was the For as long as there has been a people, in particular Singlehanded Sailing Society in Northern js Lydia Bird and Bill ^ California, Fred Joyce has been a member. § Stange, who both And for all those 12 years, through a series 8 participated in the of boats including a 21-ft Zephyr, Cal 20, 1988 race. Cal 2-29, Morgan 38 and on up to his Lydia is an instructor at Orange Coast present boat, he’s wanted to do a Sailing Center, where Peter has done most Singlehanded TransPhc. He considers the fact of his recent sailing. If you read the that he’s finally pulled it together to be a introduction, you already know about Bill. real milestone in his sailing career. Since Peter bought High Flight (hull That career has spanned 45 years on #12) six months ago, Lydia’s helped with the Bay ip all manner of --face boats, outfitting, moral support and, most including three crewed Translates. But when page 117

Mike Popa Tahlequah — Catalina 27 Homeport: Beaverton, Oregon Occupation: Computer Programmer Age: 33 Mike found out about the SHTP through an interview with ’88 race winner Bill Stange in 48 North. Rather than a challenge, Mike thought of the race more in terms of a logical extension of the type of sailing he does: in the seven or so years he’s been sailing, he’s dis¬ covered he enjoys it most when he’s out there by him¬ self. "Don’t get the idea that I’m anti¬ social or anything, though," he says, noting that he also group charters reg¬ ularly with friends in the Caribbean. Popa is as excited about shaking the boat down on his delivery/qualifier to San Francisco as he is about the race itself. "I’ve just had a new asymmetrical spinnaker built and I want to see how it works," he says. Since the downwind slide from Oregon to the Bay should resemble most of the Pacific crossing, he looks at the early June trip as an ideal test-and-tune opportunity. Navigation: Loran/sextant; steering: Navik windvane/ Navico Autopilot Leslie King HI Frequent Flyer — Wilderness 21 Homeport: Santa Fe, New Mexico Occupation: Bankruptcy lawyer Age: 36 Les’s interest in the Singlehanded TransPac has grown through osmosis. Way back in 1978 he was friends with Dave White who sailed in the first SHTP Dave later went on to organize the first BOC, and Les’s enthusiasm grew accordingly. He was finally able to pull his own effort together this year.

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years, and regularly chartered another Santana 37 for five years before that. In fact, if the competition included a category for the sheer number of hours put in aboard the boat prior to the race, he’d have won already. Navigation: sextant; steering: Monitor vane/autopilot.

importantly, avoiding the pitfalls of her hastily-prepared effort two years ago. Stange provided the "spiritual" message Peter needed to hear. "At one of the meetings, I sat around and listened to former skippers go into these long psychophilosophical things about why they went. When they finally made Bill stand up and comment, he just said, 'Go out there and have a good time.' "That did it for me!" Navigation: GPS/Loran/Celestial; steer¬ ing: two Autohelm 2000s.

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the Cal 34 Pacific Childe. He’s also something of a Ha¬ waii race veteran in general. Starting with his first (crewed) TransPac in 1955, this will mark the 10th time he’s raced to to the Islands. "I feel comfortable out there," says Jerry by way of explan¬ ation. Cynthia (named for his wife, who he married in Hawaii after the ’84 race) should be a quicker ride for this lifelong sailor than he’s had in previous years. Despite the fact that he’s only had the boat since November, we look for Jerry to finish high in the standings. Navigation: Oops, forgot to ask; steering: Monitor windvane/ Tillermaster autopilot. Ray Jason Aventura — Farallon 29 Homeport: Alameda Occupation: Juggler Age: 43 Comedy comes to the Singlehanded TransPac! Even if the name doesn’t ring a bell, chances are you’ve seen Ray Jason on television or in person at Pier 39 or Ghirardelli Square. The City’s first street juggler back in 1971, Ray’s titles now include Official Juggler of the San Francisco 49’ers. If you still can’t place the face, "I’m the bowling ball guy," says Ray. You might also have seen Jason out on the Bay. Not sailing by on a crowded weekend — he works weekends, remember? — but if you’ve ever looked out from the window of a high rise, or a car stopped in traffic, and glimpsed a solitary sailboat out on the Bay, it could well have been Ray. Though this will be his first Singlehanded TransRac, Ray has done shorthanded cruises to Mexico and Hawaii in the past. When asked about his motivation, the entertainer turns philosophical. page 118

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Frequent Finer is this year’s smallest entrant, and to sail the boat to its potential, Les plans to sail fairly high and "hope it’s a light year." Frequent Flyer, incidentally, is hull #1, designer Chuck Bums’ old boat, so N boat to finish (behind Hogg’s Aotea and Bob when Les got ahold of it only last December, Cranmer-Brown’s 60-ft Etosha). With Dixon’s it still had a lot of go-fast goodies aboard. experience and the boat’s proven durability, Though he learned to sail in the Florida he could well do much better. area, Les currently hangs his foulies at the Navigation: sextant; steering: Navico New Mexico Sailing Club in Santa Fe where, autopilot. believe it or not, he says there’s quite a bit of interest in sailing. "In the high-elevation Peter Hogg lakes in the Santa Fe area, the New Mexico Aotea — Antrim 40 (trimaran) Sailing Club has 100 boats in slips and on Homeport: Mill Valley via Waikane, New moorings and probably another 30 Zealand drysailing." Occupation: Software Developer Navigation: Loran/sextant; steering: Age: 46 Navik vane/Autohelm 1000. Peter has been a regular competitor in the Singlehanded TransRac since 1984. His Bob Dixon aim on this fourth crossing is to repeat his Super Fox — F-27 trimaran '84 win and recapture the record he set then Homeport: San Diego sailing his 40-ft catamaran Talnui> vx Occupation: Boat Carpenter/Delivery Skipper He could well do it with his new boat. Age: 39 When Tainui was destroyed in a collision To say this is not the Bob Dickson (the with a whale in the ’88 Windjammers, Peter Bob Dickson being an older sailor who has had local designer Jim Antrim draw a crewed or delivered just about every powerful 40-ft ocean racing trimaran to significant racing boat built in the last 100 replace her. The boat has only been in the years) is no reflection on this sailor’s abilities water a little more and accomplishments. Indeed, with some than a month at 65,000 ocean miles to his credit, this Bob this writing, but Dixon is one of the most experienced bluelooks more than up water sailors in the 1990 SHTP fleet Most of to the task of those miles have been in multihulls, including taking first-to-finish a half dozen trans-Pacific crossings, a few honors. Peter, trans-Atlantic crossings, and crewing aboard plagued by gear Mike Kane’s ill-fated 1983 New York to San problems in all Francisco record attempt in which the 55-ft three previous trimaran Cystic Fibrosis Crusader was lost off races, is a bit more Cape Horn. realistic. "My goal is Originally, Bob planned to do the ’84 to continue doing SHTP in that boat It finally came together this race until I can this year when Corsair Marine, builders of keep from breaking the very successful F-27 foldable, trailerable the boat." trimarans, offered Peter is one of three sponsored boats in to lend him their this year’s race. Along with main sponsor prototype boat for Navico, which has donated all the boat’s the event. Super electronics, he’s also garnered support from Fox has proven Awlgrip, Lewmar, Navstar and Southern itself in several Ocean (a line manufacturer). Among his offshore events, favorite pieces of gear is the remote for the such as last year’s autopilot. "It’s on a 30-ft cord, so I can steer Catalina Race and whether I’m way forward, or even lying in the recent 630my bunk!" mile singlehanded Navigation: Loran/sextant; steering: race around two Navico autopilots. Guadalupe Island, which doubled as Jerry Huffman Bob’s qualifier. Cynthia — Wilderness 40 Dixon’s strategy is "to sail on Peter’s tail Homeport: Manhattan Beach as close as I can." (Peter Hogg, racing his Occupation: Aerospace Engineer new 40-ft trimaran, is the only other Age: 55 multihull in this year’s race.) With the F-27 Jerry is another returning veteran, easily capable of blasting along at 20-knots having done this race in both 1984 (2nd/Div) or more off the wind, he’s shooting for third and 1986 (3rd/Div) aboard his former boat,

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"Every three or four years, I feel the need for a revitalizing adventure in my life," says Ray. "It has to have some element of risk or danger, and I feel like this race has an ideal element of 'sensible risk'." Though it’s the first cruise for the skipper, the boat has been on this race before. Leland Flint raced it as Luana Iki in the 1980 race. Ray’s goal is to beat Flint’s time of 20 days, 4 hours, 7 minutes. Navigation: sextant/Loran; steering: Aries windvane/ Autohelm 1000. Buzz Sanders Red Stripe — Sonoma 30 Occupation: Heavy Equipment Engineer Homeport: Saratoga Age: 52 Buzz last did this race in 1980 aboard the Cal 29 Red Boat. He’s go¬ ing high-tech on the 10th anniver¬ sary of that race with Red Stripe, an ultralight Sonoma £ 30. Both a goal * and motivation is | to better the 3rd in 5 division he took in that race. Buzz has been an avid, competent singlehander for many years. He could well end up showing everybody 'how it’s done' in this year's Singlehanded Translate. Navigation/steering: unknown Frank Neumann Interface — Dash 34 Homeport: Bellevue, Washington Occupation: (not available) Age: 48 Frank is one of the most experienced racers taking part in this year’s SHTR Among his experience are 10 years racing dinghies on the West Coast; participating in all major races in the Pacific Northwest, including the last two Victoria to Maui Races; the ’85 TransPac; a Cabo Race; a Big Boat Series; and a number of deliveries of big race boats (such as the 84-ft Sorcery) to and from various events. For this race, he’s relying on a Dash 34, a 1982 Laurie Davidson design. And judging from the foregoing, you can be sure he’ll be sailing it to win. For now, Frank is content with coming in last — last official qualifier, that is. He’ll be completing his qualifier when he sails his boat to San Francisco around the first week th June. Navigation/steering: unknown.

Barry Ruff Marlin — Catalina 28 Occupation: Rigger/ Sailing Instructor Homeport: Vancou¬ ver, B.C. Age: 46 Barry is one of the more free spirits of this race. To give you some idea of what we mean, he did the race in 1984 aboard an Ohlson 38 named Philotimo, and when the ’86 fleet arrived in Hanalei Bay, he was still there! He still lives aboard Philotimo, but will race a brand new Catalina 28 named for his main sponsor, Marlin Travel of Canada. His other major sponsor, Cooper Yachts Lid., supplied the boat. Marlin is essentially a stock 28, except for a full complement of sails and such modifications as are required by the rules. Navigation: sextant/Loran; steering: two Autohelm 3000s. Denny Quirk Lunasea — J/27 Homeport: Friday Harbor Occupation: 2nd mate, Coastwise Tankers Age: 32 We happened to call Denny on the day he returned from his qualifier, so that seemed like as good as any place to start the interview. "How was it? It was terrible!" he laughed. "Ali the weather I’ve been trying to avoid, I had in ’ the last five days. It was cold, it rained, it blew, I was be¬ calmed for 18 hours, and then I got to the Farallones this morning and the fog was so < thick you couldn’t g see your hand in | front of your face. | It’ll be a relief to 1/1 sail the race after A this!" Originally from Maryland, this race’s youngest competitor first heard about the SHTP while attending Vallejo’s California Maritime Academy in 1982. He bought the year-old Lunasea in 1987 with this race in mind. "In terms of sailing to a rating, the J/27 is much more manageable for a singlehander than the J/29," he observes. Denny’s strategy is flexible. Assuming

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the perfect Pacific High, he’d like to aim for 30N/130W and go rhumbline down the 1017 to 1020 millibar 'slot' from there. He’s the first to admit, however, that assuming a perfect Pacific High is like assuming it never rains in San Francisco in May. Navigation: Loran/GPS handheld; steering: Monitor vane/ Autohelm 1000. Jay Stinson Islander 37 — Galatea Homeport: San Rafael Occupation (former): Carpenter Age: 43 You may remember Jay from last month’s issue. He’s the sailor who tested positive for AIDS five years ago, and hopes to <c raise public ^ § awareness of the | syndrome by i singlehanding to - Hawaii. You may also recall from the Sightings item that Jay is asking no quarter — nor does he intend to give any. Despite some difficulties with his grassroots Rainbow Project fundraising campaign (he would have liked to have afforded new sails, for example), Jay is racing to win. Navigation: sextant; steering: unknown. Hans Vielhauer Cal 40 (name unknown) Homeport: Penngrove Occupation: Landscape Contractor Age: unknown As you may have guessed by now, we weren’t able to connect with Hans by presstime. We can tell you a few facts, however, such as he sailed in both the first and second SHTP’s back in 1978 and '80. He may also be the grand old "salt of this year’s fleet, but we don’t want to offend him by overestimating his age. We’ve been told Hans is a quiet, private guy generally shuns publicity such as this. We believe it We’ve also been told he’s a pretty dam good sailor. We’ll let you know more on that next month. Navigation/steering: unknown.

VOLVO REGATTA 1990:

e figure 27-year-old J/24 virtuoso Eric Arndt must speak directly to God; others in his class are beginning to think he is God. Whatever the case, his record in the San Francisco Volvo Regatta has been remark¬ able. On May 26-28, for the third year in a row, the unassuming, almost shy, Santa Barbara-based professional racer demolished the 51-boat J/24 fleet, this time posting three firsts and two seconds. Though not quite as perfect as his previous straight-bullet magic acts in ’88 and ’89, it was nonetheless the standout performance of the regatta — again. What did he think about finally losing a race in the Volvo? "I felt relief," laughed Eric. "At last, the pressure was off, and we could enjoy ourselves!" It was a fitting way

to end his J/24 career — Arndt has already sold the "real" Houdini (he was borrowing Vince Brun’s J/24 for the weekend) and he’s moving on to an IOR 50-footer project with a Japanese owner. But despite Arndt’s incredible perfor¬ mance in the largest and m the ten fleets, it wets local hotshot Corlett —• helmsman of Art Mowrey’s San¬ tana 35 Wtkfflower — who took home the overall prize, a week’s, vaca Corlett matched Amdt’s points in ^ as <M Gerald de Wit’s J/29 Smokin’ J, which was driven by Kimo Winterbottom. Unfortunately, the regatta organizers forgot to include a tie-breaking mechanism in the sailing instructions — and in the ensuing three way lottery, it turned out to be Chris’s lucky day. "Eric Arndt really should have gotten this," allowed Corlett. Most everyone* else agreed. That was kind of how this year’s Volvo Regatta went — lots of strange things kept happening. Like the weather, for instance: on

Saturday, a raging flood and some huge holes around Alcatraz conspired to thor-v oughly shuffle the deck in the 180-boat fleet. To further complicate matters, the fleet had to dodge the Master Mariners Race, which was running concurrently (tonnage appeared to have right of way over starboard tack). Sunday’s weather was even worse — a rainy southerly rolled through,- drastically limiting the course options. Monday was finally a perfect day for racing, but for some it was too little, too late. Bob "Big Daddy" Klein, however, thought the variable weather was just fine: "As opposed to the past two gearbusters, this year’s regatta-, presented a real test of skill over a wide variety of

Other less five race, no throwout series to a midwinter crapshoot. The conditions did result in an inordinate number of protests (some 40 on the first day, though far less were actually heard), but — looking on the bright side — damage was minimal throughout the long The^werst incident that we heard : occurred to Svend Svendsen, whose Folkboat Fleetwood was "de-ruddered" by a porttack Etchells 22 only 100 yards from the finish in the last race. "Now, is

to treat a regatta sponsor?" asked crew¬ member Karen Anderson rhetorically. Svend, who was leading at the time, was granted fall iidress, thereby winning his class handily. At any rate, Volvo and co-host San Francisco Bay Sailing Association Itere able to control just about everything but the weather. With the help of their co-sponsors (Astica and Zagorka Beers, Svendsen’s Boat Works, Pineapple Sails, Scandinavian Airlines

and Valley of the Moon Winery), they once again rolled out the red carpet for an estimated 1,800 sailors and guests. Pier 3 in Fort Mason was transformed into Tivoli ©ardps for the weekend, and certainly no one went away hungry or thirsty.

There’s no word yet as to whether Volvo — a most generous sponsor (on top of subsidizing the regatta to the tune of six figures, they donated $18,000 to SF8SA) will renew it’s recently expired three year contract wifi this regatta. Our sources

indicate that they will; that even more classes will be invited next year, and that — like a fine wine — this now traditional San Francisco Bay one-design gathering will just keep getting better and better with age. — latitude/rfcm

1990 SAN FRANCISCO VOLVO REGATTA RESULTS ETCHELLS 22 — 1) The Bear, Vito Bialla, 20.25 points; 2) Celebration, Ken Munro, 26.75; 3) #273, Pat McCormick, 27; 4) Boxes, Duane Hines, 28.43; 5) Mofo, Bill Munster, 30. (18 boats) EXPRESS 27 — 1) Peaches, Tom Martin, 17 points; 2) Moonlight, Cari Schumacher, 21.75; 3) Salty Hotel, Mark Halman, 27.75; 4) Summer Palace, Wilson/Davant, 30.25; 5) Locomotion, John Amen, 33. (21 boats) EXPRESS 37 — 1) Momingstar, Larry Doane, 9.25 points; 2) Spindrift V, Larry Wright, 15.75; 3) Pazzo Express, Bill Ormond, 20; 4) Ringmaster,

Leigh Brite, 20.75; 5) Re-Quest, Gienn Isaacson, 25. (10 boats) FOLK8QAT — 1) Fleetwood (Little Svendle), Svend Sv.endson, 10.5 points; 2) Voiker II, Jerry Langkammerer, 23; 3) Highway, David Boyd, 26.75; 4 Galante, Otto Schreier, 27.25; 5) Thea, Tom Reed, 28. (t9 boats) J/24 — 1) Houdini, Eric Arndt, 6.25 points; 2) Magic Bullet, Jack Christiansen, 25.75; 3) Oathead, Herb Cole, 31.75; 4) J-Walker, Mazzai/Pefkins, 47; 5) Sweeney Todd, David Menis, 48; 6) Jail Bait, Fred Laffitte, 53; 7) Color Blind, Ernie & Jeff Thorpe, 54;

8) Geek Magnet, Mike LaHorgue, 58; 9) Ice Breaker, Brian Thomas, 61; 10) Rhythm Method, Brian Thomas, 62. (51 boats) J/29 — 1) Smokin’ J, Gerald de Wit, 6.25 points; 2) Advantage II, Pat Benedict, 17; 3) Potsticker, Chris Perkins, 18.75; 4) Power Play, Peter Cunning¬ ham, 21; 5) J-Spot, Tom Fancher, 25, (8 boats) J/35 — 1) Equanimity, Randy Paul, 13,75 points; 2) Rediine, Don Trask, 14; 3) Current Affair, Allen Bray, 14.5; 4) Dragon, Rich Morse, 19.75; 5) Slithergadee, John Neisley, 24.75. (9 boats) KNARR — 1) Silk Purse, Mark Adams, 21 points;

Clockwise from upper left: a happy Chris Corlett, helmsman of the Santana 35 'Wildflowed and winner of the trip to Denmark, sporting a strange growth on his head (actually it's his son Jesse); in the predominantly flood tide weekend, clear air on the Cityfront was harder to find than true love or a parking space in downtown San Francisco; foredeck jousting at Harding Rock; woody warrior exhibiting proper Knarr hiking technique (or is he just falling off?); Eric Arndt and 'Houdini' pulled a disappearing act on the 51-boat J/24 fleet; 'Potsticker's' helmsman stands up to consider his options in heavy traffic (how 'bout a beer?); rock n' roll at the wing mark. (All photos/Latitude)

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HAWAII: CRUISING PARADISE? I3efore I became the skipper of a 65-foot ketch, I spent 10 years of my life cis a yacht broker in both Seattle and Southern California. Contrary to popular opinion, the job required a lot of work. But there were rewards. It was like being a dream maker, because the one thing everyone coming in the door had in common was a dream. There were people who had the dream, but not a strong enough desire to make it come true. They either set up impossible parameters such as, "I’m looking for a 40-foot center cockpit, aft cabin, diesel fiberglass cutter for $20,000." Others simply dismissed each boat presented to them with statements like, "The cockpit is too large," or "The ballast to displacement ratio is wrong." I imagine them as the ones who years from now will still be in front of the fireplace with their microwaves and dishwashers saying, "I wish we had done it when we had the chance." One of the greatest rewards of being a yacht broker was working with the hundreds of people who did follow their dreams, like a couple I’ll call Jim and Betty. One day during lunch 1 looked out on the dock to see Jim looking furtively at the flush-decked 32-footer that had just come into brokerage. Noon is a bad time at a yacht brokerage because it’s when the

Harbor, the ability to read a nautical chart

lunch time hull-thumpers come out in force. Nevertheless, I walked out to see if I could answer any questions without disturoing the fellow’s solitude. "Can I help you?" I asked, giving him the option of saying no and being left alone. "I’d like to buy this boat," he said. "Why don’t you?" 1 replied. And he did. In the course of the demo sail, survey and negotiations, I learned that Jim and Betty were on the two year plan. In two years the kids would be gone and the houses sold. Then they’d sail north to Alaska, south to Hawaii and on around the world.

and the knowledge of where the tradewinds blow in the North Pacific. At that time my argument was simple: Go to Mexico first. If you don’t like Mexico, return to California and put the

t was at this point that I had to jump on my soapbox and preach something I’d been preaching to new sailors for a decade. Over the years, the common dream of the would-be cruiser was to buy a boat and sail it to Hawaii — a dream I’d tried time and again to quench. At that time my experience in the Hawaiian Islands consisted of one TransPac race, two weeks in the Ala Wai Yacht

boat up for sale where there are brokers to sell them, banks to finance them, and slips to put them in. Yes, slips! If you think slips are hard to come by — at least in most parts of California — you’ve never been to Hawaii. Way back in 1977 there was one slip for every 820 people in Hawaii, and

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1. Don’t expect warm weather, tradewinds and ’cotton ball’ skies until you’re at least 2/3s of the way to Hawaii. Invariably it will be overcast and cool most of the way across. 2. Know how to use your vang. You can’t take advantage of the best thing about sailing to Hawaii — that it’s almost all downwind — without vanging the main down firmly. An unvanged main has a lot of twist, which makes the boat roll uncomfortably. An unvanged main is also slow and can literally add days to such a passage. 3. When sailing to Hawaii, it’s also important to know how to steer downwind in a good breeze. A good driver will have the boat sailing smooth and fast while a bad driver will add countless unnecessary hours to the trip and have the whole crew tossing their cookies. For optimum comfort and speed, set a course about 40° off dead downwind. This will be just as fast as sailing dead downwind, will keep the boat from rolling too much, and will keep the helmsman from constantly having to worry about an accidental gibe.

The Hawaii YC, one of the best reasons to cruise the Islands.

Anticipation is everything when it comes to steering downwind in a breeze. If you sense the mast is going to roll to leeward, bearing off slightly but quickly will stop the roll. If, however, you wait until the

. mast has rolled to leeward before starting to correct, you won’t be able to stop the roll, and it will take much cranking on the wheel to bring the boat back on course. The whole idea in sailing downwind in a lot of breeze is anticipating which way the mast is going to roll and then steering the boat beneath it. It’s over 2,000 miles to Hawaii; if you pay attention and practice, you should be a hell of a downwind helmsman by the time you get there. 4. Know where the Pacific High is and how to take advantage of it. If you inadvertently end up in the middle of it you may spend the entire summer drifting around out there. The fastest way to sail to Hawaii from San Francisco is generally not a rhumb line or Great Circle but a reverse ’S’ that takes you south of the rhumb line early and north of it late. 5. If you want to ’cruise1 2 3 the Hawaiian Islands, do not sail directly to Honolulu unless you’ve developed a sudden craving to bash upwind against strong trades and heavy seas, if you follow the plan below, virtually all the sailing within the islands will be off the wind: Landfall should be at Hilo, Hawaii page 124

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one slip for every 280 people in California. Since that time there have been almost no new slips added in Hawaii and many in California. Another argument I used had to do with shakedowns and spare parts. Twenty-* five hundred miles across the Pacific is a long way from a gas station. Down the coast of Baja and western Mexico, it’s still only a short bus ride back to San Diego for the parts that keep breaking. Or a call

to one of several chandleries will have parts quickly on their way to La Plaz. While it’s now easier to find or get boat parts shipped to Honolulu, it’s not so easy at most places on the outer islands. Finally, there’s money. Unless you cut a fat hog when you sold the old homestead, you’re probably on a budget. Well, if you’re like most people, after 2,500 miles at sea it will probably be a while before you feel like hoisting the'rags and

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sailing on. In the land where people fly in for two weeks, leave their money and fly out, you can blow a full year’s cruising kitty in two months.

1T Xy Hawaiian experience now exceeds those two weeks I spent in the Ala Wai. Not too long ago, I spent a year in Hawaii as the skipper of the 65-foot ketch I mentioned before. My destinations were selected for me by a man who had the dream to go cruising, but at age 70 no longer had the time to learn from scratch. Starting with him in Seattle and heading down the coast, I found Mexico as I have for the last 25 years: beautiful, relatively inexpensive and safe. After wintering there I had a comfortable 14-day passage to Kahului Harbor on the island of Maui — and my first taste of aloha spirit Upon my return from clearing Customs, I found a ticket attached to the Avon, which didn’t have registration numbers. In the good old U.S.A. a dinghy has to have number even if the numbers won’t stay on. Getting the necessary number to comply with the law proved to be no easy matter. There were questions — like where and when the Avon was bought, and for how much — that I couldn’t answer. Everyone at the

HAWAIIAN ISLANDS (transient slips and excellent provisioning). After rounding the South Cape to the light airs of the Kona Coast, it’s possible to stop at Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook monument), Kailua-Kona (roily and touristy), Honokohau Harbor (extremely crowded) or Kawaihae Harbor (a charmless commerical port). There are a number of other fair weather anchorages along the Kona Coast. After crossing the Alenuihaha Channel to Maui, it’s possible to stop at La Perouse Bay (marginal anchorage), Lahaina Roadstead (crowded with poor holding ground), Mala Wharf (perhaps the best), the Kaanapali Coast. (unfriendly reception from hotels) or Honolua Bay (possibly no longer a legal anchorage). It’s an easy sail to Lanai, where the harbormaster at Black Manele (great White Manele beach is nearby) might allow a boat drawing less them six feet to use a vacant slip or tie stern-to. It’s also possible to anchor at Kaumalapau Harbor (charmless commerical port). After crossing the Pailolo/Channel to Molokai, it’s possible to anchor at Kamalo Harbor (strong trades, isolated), Kaunakakai page 125

(best), and Lono (a barge harbor). Across the Molokai Channel, Oahu offers Kaneohe Bay (the yacht club is terrific but has limited capacity), the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor (with greatly improved space for transients), Keehi Lagoon (about the only free long term anchorage in the islands). Sixty-three more miles of downwind sailing leaves you at Kauai, with good shelter at Nawiliwili (industrial) and Hanalei /

Bay (the most beautiful anchorage in the islands). For all intents and purposes, those are the anchorages of Hawaii, presented in downwind order. 6. Watch those channels! The wind howls and the seas get huge between the islands. It’s usually best to cross in the early morning, but always check the weather before heading out If the wind and seas are up, definitely postpone the crossing until a better day. Bob and Gail Jensen of the Columbia 50 Simoon, who had done numerous South Piadfic cruises, almost gave up sailing after one really bad channel cr&ssing. 5. Since it’s much easier to add sail area in calm conditions than it is to shorten sail in a raging tempest, a double-reefed main and a very small jib make a good combination to start a channel crossing. 6. Make sure your boat has good ventilation. What’s adequate in the foggy climes of San Francisco just won’t cut it in the tropical heat of Hawaii. Ask anyone who has spent August in the Ala Wai or off Lahaina. — latitude 38

HAWAII: CRUISING PARADISE? Department of Transportation seemed happy when I finally just made up answers to fill in their empty blanks. Back at Kahului, the harbormaster informed me that although the sign at the dock said '24-hour Moorage', my boat was too long and thus I could only come in for two hours to take on water. After that I would have to pay to anchor out When I came in to pay for anchoring two weeks later, the assistant harbormaster told me they didn’t like having small boats like mine in a commerical harbor. This anti-pleasure boat attitude is due to the fact that in previous years many sailors who flew home after arriving in Hawaii, leaving their boats at anchor for many months at a time. I respect the problems this has caused the harbor department, but since Kahului is die only protected harbor on Maui, it’s a shame. On this note, I departed Kahului and sailed around to the other side of the island.

1—*ahaina is a beautiful place — except for a sailor with a small boat. Three inches of sand over lava do not make for good holding — or a good night’s sleep. The anchorage is free, but you have to pay to tie up your dink. And you tie the dink at your own risk; so lock it or will won’t be there when you return. From Lahaina, I moved north a couple of miles and anchored in the white sand in front of the Hyatt Hotel. It’s an open roadstead, but with good holding. One day I was sitting on my Avon (registration numbers firmly attached),

s back out in the water. Boats, he said, were not allowed on the beach. N\v I know it’s beginning to sound like I’m some sort of troublemaker, but I’ve sailed to more them 30 countries and have never had such problems with officials. On to Molokai. I’ve only spent time at two anchorages on Molokai. The first, Kaunakakai, whose name may sound familiar from that 1930s song The Cockeyed Mayor of Kaunakakai, is the main town on Molokai. Because the island is so lightly populated, the town consists of a few stores, a couple of hotels and a couple of bars. One of the highlights of Kaunakakai is the annual 'Mule Drags', when some of the locals show up to race mules down the main street. As nice dB\the town is, there are no open slips. If you anchor in the harbor when a kona storm arrives, you’ll probably lose your boat. Konas, of course, can do a lot of damage to boats on other islands. The last good one destroyed 23 boats at Lahaina. Moving west on the lee shore of Molokai, we come to Lono. Again there are no slips. As a matter of fact, the privately owned harbor was once used for hauling bulk sand and cinders. Private and remote, this old sand pit can rock and roll in a south swell.

On the island of Lanai there are three anchorages — sort of. Kaumalapau Harbor is a commerical facility with no

which I had brought to the beach, when a fellow with a badge came along. Identifying himself as being from the Department of Land Management, he told me my Avon would have to be moved 100 yards up the beach and past the tree line or be taken

What Hawaii lacks in anchorages, it makes up in surf.

slips. Black Manele has 24 slips, all occupied. There’s a beautiful anchorage at nearby White Manele, but the state of

Hawaii closed it to boats more than a decade ago. Oahu does have some slips for transient yachtsmen. I rafted up at the Ala Wai Marine Shipyard for about $10 a day. I had the yard do quite a bit of work, which helped secure my position there. The alternative in the Ala Wai used to be the Hawaii YC, which was and still is good about giving cruisers two weeks at their docks. With the recent addition of nearly 70 stem-to moorings in the state run part of the Ala Wai, things have gotten much better on Oahu. Cruisers looking for a free anchorage need to go to Keehi Lagoon, which is down by the airport. Keehi has some advantages and disadvantages. The obvious advantage is that it’s free. The disadvantage is that it’s located almost directly beneath the flightpath of the International airport. Jets seem to take off every 15 minutes from 6 a.m. until 9 p.m., a period during which you develop the 'Keehi Lag'. That means the conversation stops until the noise from the plane passing overhead goes away. The 'Keehi Lag' is much like the Australian Wave. My plea that started out to be a message to cruising yachtsmen to avoid Hawaii is starting to sound like a poorly wntten cruising guide to the Hawaiian Islands. Actually, it’s a guide I can finish in about two sentences. The only two anchorages on Kauai are Nawiliwili and Hanalei Bay, the latter of which is a death trap in the winter. On the Big Island you can drop the hook at Hilo, the commenced harbor at Kawaihae and a couple of roily page 126

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Kawaihae Harbor, an industrial anchorage typical of 'paradise'.

simply sailed to the wrong place? I think it might have been. The way I see it, the only drawback to cruising is passage¬ making. Anchoring in small coves, moving along at a leisurely pace of maybe 100 miles a week, seeing new places, getting to know the locals — that’s the joy of cruising for me. Cruising should be 95% shuffling along or hanging around great places, and only 5% passage-making. When folks cruise Hawaii and back, those percentages are just about reversed. The beauty of Mexico is that you can just about daysail all the way from San Francisco to Cabo San Lucas. And when you arrive in warm-water Mexico, there are ten times as many good anchorages as there are in all the Hawaiian Islands. It’s cruising the way most novice cruisers expect it to be — which is why so many of them end up staying for much longer than they planned. This is not to say that Hawaii doesn’t offer good cruising for experienced sailors — sailors who perhaps have already cruised to Mexico and acclimatized themselves to life on the sea and in a small boat. Hawaii also offers good cruising to novice sailors who have properly shaken down their boats and are primarily interested in passage-making as opposed to gunkholing.

^Jetting back on track, what prompted me to take pen and paper in hand is the memory of some people I met at once-a-month marine swap meets in the Ala Wai. One fellow had just sailed over from Northern California with his wife, two children and another crewmember who had

front of him at the swap meet was everything from a new ham radio to a .357 magnum — all on sale at half price. After a two week sail to Hawaii, with some crew and mechanical problems — they had decided cruising wasn’t what they thoyght it would be. So they decided to stay in Hawaii and sell off some of the equipment they wouldn’t have use for. Another couple in their 60’s had sails, anchors and electronics on sale. The man told me he had more than $100,000 in his Columbia 43, and the only way he could get some of their money out was by selling

m certain there are those who won’t agree with my assessment of the Hawaiian Islands or with my idea of cruising. That’s okay. But if just one more cruiser heads south to Mexico before he

jumped ship as soon as they reached Hilo. The man said he’d put over $40,000 of options in the boat before he left; I believe him, it was one of the best outfitted boats I’ve seen. But spread out on/£t blanket in

some equipment. It was another case of a two-week trip across the Pacific causing years of planning and sacrifice to go down the drain. Was this a case of people having

heads across the Pacific Pond, I’ll have achieved my goal. And maybe there will be one less dream spread out on blankets at the next Ala Wai swap meet — dennis roquet

spots on the Kona Coast End of guide to anchorages in the Hawaiian Islands.

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DOUBLEHANDED T 1 he Bay Area Multihull Association’s (BAMA) eleventh annual 60-mile Doublehanded Farallones Race started innocuously enough on the sunny morning of April 28. One hundred and forty-one starters — a healthy turnout, but not a record — answered the starting guns off Golden Gate YC, most sporting #3s and flattening reefs in the 20-knot westerlies. By the time a torrential 5.4-knot ebb 'conveyor-belted' the fleet past Pt. Bonita, the winds were holding steadily at 30 and gusting up to 40 — varsity conditions, to be sure. When a dense fog bank rolled in, the majority of the fleet — perhaps recalling the disastrous ’82 Doublehanded Race, when four racers died — beat a hasty retreat back to the Bay. Some turned back with gear

— from that point on. Past the bouncy Potato Patch, the fog lifted, the seas flattened out, and the fleet settled in for an easy sWboard tack fetch to the Rockpile. Aboard the Reichel/Pugh 47 Blade Runner, Bill Twist and crew Rhett Jeffries set the #4, put in a flattening reef and kept the boat in "fast forward" for the Farallones. "We didn’t have our #5, and we couldn’t figure out how to reef," laughed Twist "But what we had up turned out to be the perfect combination." Blade Runner blasted to the islands, averaging nine knots and rounding at noon. The trip out was relatively easy; in fact, Twist and Jeffries passed the time by calling friends on Twist’s new cellular phone ("It worked great!" reported Rhett). Setting the #2 ("Next time, we’ll bring the jib‘top and a staysail"), the duo ate lunch and wondered why they weren’t seeing a steady stream of boats still beating to the islands. Halfway between the Lightship and Pt Bonita, Twist spotted a spinnaker far on the horizon behind them. "That’s when we decided to set, too. It was purely an ego thing; an 'if-they-can-do-it-so-can-we' macho deal," admitted Bill. 'We regretted our Two styles of finishing the Doublehanded Farallones. Left, the wrong way. Below, 'Adios' demonstrates the right way.

failure; some with stomach failure; most simply decided that discretion was the better part of valor. Ironically, the 54 boats that gutted it out were rewarded with a pleasant enough race — if you enjoy shorthanding in 25-30 knots

decision almost immediately." Without her normal complement of 12 burly deck apes congregated around the

stem pulpit, holding Blade Runner’s rudder in the water proved next to impossible. "The wind built and the seas got choppier as we came in. We were burying the foredeck on each wave/ all the time aiming at Bonita with no idea how we were going to jibe. We knew it was just a matter of time before we blew up," related Twist Jeffries picks up the story: "It was one of the most amazing crashes I’ve ever been in! It was blowing 38 true when the boat did a 'nose stand' — it just dug in and tried to sail itself under. We went from 13 to 0 knots in about a boatlength; water was halfway up to the 'jumbos' (instruments mounted on the mast) and still the stem kept lifting up. Bill and I just looked at each other and waited to see which way we’d spin out God, I wish I’d had a camera!" Fortunately, Blade Runner had the good manners to crash the "right way", i.e. to windward. She lay pinned on her side until Rhett could blow the spinnaker halyard. Once released, the kite streamed straight out in front of the boat never touching the water again. After an epic 10 minute struggle, in which the duo alternated between steering and wrestling with the kite, the sail was retrieved. Aside from the wind instruments at the top of the mast — which must have been blown off when the halyard ran — the boat was remarkably intact ("I’m still not sure why the rig stayed up," claimed Twist). Too exhausted to find, let alone set, a headsail (the inside of Blade Runner was by then a soggy, snarled mess of two kevlar headsails and the spinnaker), Twist and Jeffries limped page 128

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crash. "Overall, it was really fun," said Twist. "But if I could do it again, I’d wait until we jibed at Bonita — and were on track for the finish line — before setting."

other bigger boats who were too shell¬ shocked or bashful to set. "Never let up," stated the mellow 29-year-old Larsen sailmaker. "Which isn’t to say 'don’t be conservative'. There’s a fine line between going for it all the time, and knowing when

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'Blade Runner's' Bill Twist, left, and Rhett Jeffries: just three minutes off the record pace.

home under main alone. Still, their blazing 6 hour, 34 minute elapsed time earned them corrected class honors as well as the Stewart Kett Perpetual

overall winners — by a remarkable 18 minutes — were once again Dave Hodges and Scott Walecka on Walecka’s Moore 24 Adios. This was the third time this aggressive Santa Cruz pair has won the title (other victories were in ’87 and ’89), confirming Hodges claim that the Moore 24 is indeed the perfect boat for this race: "It’s got a relatively big keel, a short rig and you sail with 50% of your crew weight aboard. It’s so easy to handle that you can always jump up and make necessary sail changes. You generally sail at 90 or 95% of peak efficiency, whereas Blade Runner and other big displacement boats are sailing at half of that." Other factors in Adios’s victory, according to Hodges, were the favorable tides and the presence of sistership Anna Banana, who pushed them hard only to finish a few minutes behind. Unfortunately, ffie Banana was DSQed for checking in on the radio two minutes after their start ("They got screwed," claimed Dave. "They should have gotten a penalty, say ten minutes or even a half hour. At least die race committee could have told them beforehand not to

DOUBLEHANDED FARALLONES RESULTS DIV. i (ULDB < 120) — 1) Tst'ris, Olson 29, Dan Nitake/Dave Menis; 2) White Knuckles, dison 30, Dan Benjamin/Michael Rosskopt; 3} Haley’s Comet, Olson SO^James Simon/Douglas Price. {12 boats) DiV. II {ULDB > 121) — 1) Adios, Moore 24, Scott Waiecka/Dave Hodges; 2) Snafu-U, Moore 24. Mark Berryman/Tom Conerty; 3) Equinox, Moore 24,

Wayne Behrens/Munch MacDonald; 2) Alert, Wylie 36, Mike Lingsch/JIm Watters; 3) The Shadow, Mull 32, George & Mike Vare. (27 boats) DIV VI (166-180) — 1) Wtierewolf, Cal 29, Dave .

35, Hank & Mike Grandin. (13 boats) DiV. V (130-165) — 1) Moonshadow, Wylie 31,

Meilen/Ed Findrick; 3) Chesapeake, Merit 25, Jim Fair/Charles Doggett. (21 boats) DIV. Vli { > 181} — 1} Impossible, Ranger 23, Gary Kneeland/Tom Salvo; 2) Foray, Nichols Buc¬ caneer 28, James Fryer/Frank Hyde; 3} Nebllna, Cal 28, Hans Carter/Dan Nackerman, {30 boats) DIV. VIII (MULTIHULLS) — 1) Sundowner. Buccaneer 33, Joe Therriauit/Lee Boatright; 2) Otra Vez, Fiver 32, Dave Custodto/Tim Curran. (9 boats) OVERALL — 1) Adios; 2) Wherewolf, 3) „ Moonshadow, 4) Alert, 5) Roiling Stone, 6) Sundowner, 7) Blade Runner, 8) Wavetrain; 9) The Shadow, 10} Snafu-U. (141 boats)

Trophy, the new first-to-finish trophy named after the late owner of the SC 50 Octavia. Later, Twist learned that Blade Runner’s time was only three minutes shy of the course record, set in 1987 by the MacGregor 65 Zeus — a deficit easily traced back to their

bother going out there!"). Above all, Hodges figured the secret to winning the Doublehanded Farallones — or any ocean race — was to keep pushing all the time. They set the kite twice on the way in on Adios, planing past Olson 30s and

Cliff McGuire/Tim McTighe. (12 boats) DIV. Ill (0 < 105) — 1) Blade Runner, Reichel/Pugh 47, Bill Twi3t/Rhett Jeffries; 2) Razz¬ matazz, Swan 42, Dennis & Douglas Robbins; 3) Bird, Swede 55, David Poole/John Clauser. (17 boats) DIV. IV (105-129) — 1) Rolling Stone, Burns 35, John & Delores Robinson; 2) Wavetrain, Olson 91 IS, Rick Caskey/Nick Mason; 3) Tinsley Ught, Santana

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'Equinox', another Moore 24 — "the perfect boat for the race" — charges past a SC 27 in the final mile.

to back off a bit" In the multihull division, Joe Therriault and Lee Boatwright sailed the Buccaneer 33 Sundowner to elapsed and corrected time honors (seven of the nine boat multihull class bailed out, including the delicate TomCat, Raul Simonsen’s minus-150-rated ProSail cat). There were no real surprises in the other classes — ail the winners were familiar faces on the shorthanded sailing circuit. But, like they say about nasty ocean races and nuclear wars, there were really no winners, only survivors. Some folks — like Twist, Hodges, Therriault and their crews — just survived a little faster than others. — latitude/r/cm

SAKE RUN, PART III When we first spotted the orange glow of 8,500-foot Mt. Balbi on P&pua ALL PHOTOS HODIERNE/SHEPARD New Guinea’s Bougainville Island about 0100, we thought we were hallucinating. n population was estimated at only 45,000. reason we decided to skip the rest of the country: safety. We carry no weapons, but It’s also famous as the spot where Admiral were advised it would be good to have Yamafupto, the architect of the attack on Pearl Harbor, was shot down. Named after French navigator Louis v The 'Sake Run' is Robert Hodieme Antoine Bougainville, who rediscovered the and Alicia Shepard’s alternative to the Solomons during his 1767 1769 Tonga to New Zealand finish of the circumnavigation, Bougainville is actually traditional 'Milk Run'. This is the third just a remote outpost of Papua New installment in their six-part series. Guinea. Given the time — which we didn’t have — it would have easily been possible them. The law doesn’t seem to have much to sail westward to New Ireland, New authority in these parts. For instance, it’s Britain or the main island of New Guinea. not safe for a woman to go out alone at The latter, which is divided almost equally night. This has not been true in any other between Indonesia and P&pua New place we’ve traveled. Others rave about Guinea, is the second largest island in the sailing on past Bougainville, but it is world after Greenland. Unknown to most advisable to take exceptional care in PNG. folks, 60% of the population of- the South And always be sure to lock your boat. Pacific lives in Papua New Guinea. We felt safe, however, in Kieta. But While we would have liked to have anyone would. Among much poverty, a had the time to visit the main island of very white Australian community has been New Guinea, it would have meant we’d carved out of the area by the presence of have to "buy back' all kinds of easting to Bougainville Copper Ltd, a huge Australianreach our next destination, Truk Lagoon. If run mine. Cruisers are permitted to take Young Cutter, eager to display his knowledge you’ve got the time and don’t mind having advantage of the many perks provided by of Pidgin. to sail to weather, PNG is reputed to offer BCL. After the primitive Solomons, Kieta fascinating cruising. offers a fairly sophisticated taste of Then we came to appreciate what a great PNG was an important theatre in World War natural beacon an active volcano makes — II, and ruins and relics are to be found and what an appropriate first impression of U nfortunately, there was another everywhere. this sometimes troubled island in paradise. We waited until daylight to enter the well-marked pass through the coral reef that starts some four miles offshore. You have two choices when sealing from the Solomon Islands to Kieta (the harbor town where you officially check into Papua New Guinea). Making die passage at night, we chose to stay outside the reef; if done during daylight hours, it’s possible to seiil between the reef and the island. There are many small, uninhabited islands between the Shortland Group in the Solomons and Bougainville Island that provide terrific anchorages and make it possible to day sail between the Solomons and ffapua New Guinea. With the wind barreling down on our nose as we headed north toward Kieta, we simply turned back and put the hook down in the lee of one island until the wind behaved. Then we left late in the afternoon and sailed overnight to Bougainville Island. Although part of P&pua New Guinea, Bougainville is geographically much closer to the Solomon Islands. The island has tall mountains its entire length with a welldefined barrier reef in most places. As with our last stop, the Solomon. Islands, World War II history abounds. At one stage during the war, 65,000 Japanese troops occupied Bougainville when the local

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civilization out in the boonies. Although not paid for by BCL — as the mine is called — there is a yacht club at Kieta that was developed as a result of the Australian presence. About six miles inside the pass on the righthand side there are a dozen or so sailboats tied to moorings in front of the Kieta YC. The folks there couldn’t have been nicer. Fortunately, we arrived on Sunday and found the commodore sitting in the cockpit of his boat; he just pointed to a mooring we could use. The water is deep, about 15 fathoms, so anchoring would have been unpleasant. As is the case anywhere in the world, one should never take a mooring without the assurance of a knowledgeable person that it’s a good one. Not all at the Kieta YC are safe. Once secure, it’s wise for the captain to go ashore and call Immigration. We checked in on a Sunday, but were not charged for overtime. A friend drove us to immigration and Customs, and we were checked in to the country with 30 minutes! A visa is required for PNG, which we obtained for $15 U.S. each in Kieta. Since we didn’t have the right amount of official currency, they let us bring it in the next day after a visit to the bank. A very

When subsequently having an 'Equator Part/, Alicia and Cutter's costumes reflected their visit to PNC._

decentralized country, other sources report that regulations, and the enforcement of them, can vary greatly according to time and place.

The Kieta YC is a terrific find for cruisers. They don’t charge for use of the moorings, you can stay as long as you like, and they give you free rein of the club — including use of their ice box and showers. Too bad they don’t have a washing .machine. The club is pretty deserted during the week, but gets hopping on the weekends when the Aussie ex-pats working in Kieta come down to unwind. About those perks: well-stocked grocery stores, a first-rate medical clinic, immaculate beaches, tennis courts, a cinema and a cheap all-you-can-eat cafeteria. There’s a community of about 700 Aussies working for BCL and living in the area’s towns of Kieta, Arawa and Ranguna (where the mine is actually located). BCL does everything it can to keep its ex-pat workers happy, which primarily consists of making things as much like 'back home’ as possible. Our best find was the supermarket in Arawa, just a short bus ride from Kieta. We bought Stilton cheese, Roquefort cheese, crisp apples, pasteurized milk, fresh meat — and all at fairly reasonable prices. We hadn’t seen a supermarket like the one in Arawa since we left Tahiti. It had

everything and was a terrific place to resupply. Unfortunately, you can only change travellers checks into PNG currency. In Honiara, as in Fiji and Samoa, we could get money from the bank using our Visa or Mastercard. But not on Bougainville, and thus we couldn’t stock up as much as we wanted to. Also available on the island is excellent medical care as well as skilled mechanics and technicians. We got our autopilot fixed and our fuel injectors cleaned. It was also nice to find a lot of Australians who spoke — well, sort of — English. The nearby towns, Arawa and P&nguna in particular, are basically designed to keep the Aussies believing that they live much as they would back home. But that’s the downside of Kieta and Arawa. It’s all to easy to get sucked into the conveniences and ignore one of the most colorful cultures on file globe. Many

While there are 700 distinct languages, all the locals are fluent in Pidgin. Australians, some of whom have lived here for many years, for example have yet to learn Melanesian Pidgin English. But BCL does provide one dramatic attraction. Visitors to Bougainville must visit the copper mine, one of the largest open

SAKE RUN, PART III cut mines in the world. A free tour can be arranged by calling the community relations office. You get to wear hardhats and ear phones, and drive miles down into a mine that will ultimately be 350 meters deep.

Lseated c high in the tropical rainforests of the Crown Prince Range, the mine is the source of much controversy. You begin to understand why when you view the vast scope of land it consumes. BCL began commerical operation in April

that four of every five people employed by the mine are PNG nationals. But the tension between the mostly white managers and mostly dark-skinned workers had become so tense that tin evening curfew was in effect while we were there. During our stay it was more a nuisance than a threat. A big part of the conflict stems from the polluting of the Jaba River by the

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waste created by processing the ore. It’s hurt the crops in a nation where most people are subsistence farmers. Locals also

believe they got a raw deal when Bougainville Copper Limited bought their land. Tensions between BCL and the locals got out of hand in 1989 and special police had to come in and temporarily close the mine. It is possible to visit Kieta and steer clear of the Australian insulation. You can visit other villages by bus or you can sail further up the island to Buka, where they make tightly woven Buka baskets that make good gifts. Of course, the local market is intriguing, with most tables laden with betel nuts and the white cocaine-sized packets of crushed lime that the locals use with the mildly addictive nuts. While there are some 700 completely different languages spoken in PNG, almost all the locals are also fluent in Pidgin English. Pronounced 'pisin', Pidgin sounds lovely and is easy to understand if you pay attention or read Wantok, a weekly Pidgin newspaper. Although much of the 1,400 word vocabulary comes from English, the grammar is Melanesian. There are only two prepositions; bilong, which denotes possession or purpose, and long, which covers all other prepositions. Actually it’s fun and easy to learn. 'One pella more?' for example, means 'Do you want more? We enjoyed our visit to the large Catholic Church in Kieta, where the mass was conducted entirely in Pidgin. Afterwards,

PAPUA NEW GUINEA While Yankee Lady and her crew only visited a fringe of Papua New Guinea, that fascinating country has long been a favorite with some of Northern California’s most adventurous cruisers. Ty Knudsen, for example, used to spend a lot of time .down there with his wife and son aboard the Westsail 43, Sundowner. If you’re looking to cruise where civilization has made only limited inroads, The Last Unknown', as PNG is called by some, is precisely what you’re looking for. "PNG is still almost unbelievably primitive, so new and yet so old," says the excellent South Pacific Handbook. "Costs are exorbitant, but the land contains giddy contrasts worth the extra expense: coral seas and great rivers, pines and palms, forests and wild jungles, nomadic hunters in remote mountain areas, and traffic jams in the capital city of Pbrt Moresby." The people themselves'offer the same vivid contrasts. "(They) range from light olive¬ skinned tribesmen, to brown pygmy-like

races, to the tall black-skinned people of the North Solomons. There are bearded Highlanders and hook-nosed lowlanders. Mountaineers have abnormally strong, muscular legs, while some swamp dwellers are so used to canoes that they have difficulty walking on solid land.... Social structure ranges from highly-educated professionals and politicians in the towns to neolithic tribesmen in isolated mountain villages." •While coastal PNG has emerged from tribal society, the same cannot be said for much of the interior, especially the riotously vegetated highlands of New Guinea. The G’hom tribe of the Hunstein Range were still using stone axes when first contacted in 1963, and there are some areas of the southeastern peninsula highlands that have yet to be penetrated. Although unsophisticated, the agriculturally-oriented tribal people of PNG are said to live in 'primitive affluence’,

surviving quite well, thank you, on the what is grown in their individually tended gardens. Tribal vendettas are still common, however, and the behavior of some fierce tribes is considered to be completely unpredictable.. Cannibalism is not unknown in PNG, which is also home to what’s said to be the rarest disease, the always fatal Kuru or 'laughing sickness'. Kuru can only be contracted after earing human brains. ■

example is the bird of paradise. PNG’s national symbol got its name from Ferdinand Magellan back in 1522. The bird’s colors are so magnificent he figured they had to have come from heaven. Also noteworthy are tree kangaroos, which can jump from 60 feet without injury; the cassowary, an ostrich-' sized flightless -bird whose strong legs can seriously injure humans; and two species of crocodiles, one of which . grows to 30 feet. Although PNG has been politically page, 132

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two nuns invited us for coffee and told us the colorful history of the island.

rut soon it was time to move on. We got word from several yachts that there was a check-out fee. Sometimes, we were told, officials only require the captain to pay the fee, while other times the crew

The BCL mine, now closed, has been a major source of revenue — and tension.

must also pay. We were told the amount of the fee varies also, although it is generally about $15 U.S. per person charged. Clearly, things depend on who is in charge the day you check out and what mood they’re in. We prepared for the

worst, saving all our kina to pay three of us. It must have been our lucky day; no charge! With a few extra bucks, we headed on down to the Bums-Philip grocery in Kieta and whimsically spent it on goodies for our passage to Truk. — alicia shepard & richard hodieme

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independent since 1975, Australia controls 60% of the business. And while Aussie interests own just 0.5% of the land, it’s mostly tire very best land. The nicest things that can be said about the Aussies is that have left most of the land to the New the native population. It may be a case of too little, too late, though. Having a history of colonization by the British, Germans, Japanese and now Aussies, the New Guineans have become increasingly nationalistic in recent years. Subsequent to Yankee Lady’s visit, the BCL mine had to be closed down again because of a series of armed revolts by. native workers and other locals. It has yet to reopen. The places in Papua New Guinea with the most facilities (which are also ports of entry) Include: ■ / Port Moresby: The capital of PNG and home to the Royal Papua YC offers short¬ page 133

term memberships and all the basic facilities and services. There’s also a marina, several slipways and chandleries from which yacht parts can be ordered. A city of 100,000, it’s the best place to provision and find stuff in PNG. Unfortunately, it’s also the center of anti-European sentiment Madang: Located on the northeast coast of New Guinea, Madang is a city of 20,000 with a slipway, the Madang Club, and basic repair services. The landlocked harbor has a good anchorage and the people are said to be among the friendliest in PNG. Rabual: One of the best natural harbors in the world, Rabual is also famous for being honeycombed by 360 miles of tunnels dug by the Japanese during World War II — some of them big enough to hold five barges. The anchorage is large and good; a number of boats spend the hurricane season hem. Short term memberships are offered by the Rabual YC, which has all the

normal facilities. Finally, if you’re fit and a World War II buff, you might want to take a crack at the infamous 75-mile Kokoda Trail, which goes from Port Moresby over the ragged Owen Stanley Mountains. Considered impassable by Allied forces, the Japanese took on the pass in an attempt to capture Fbrt Moresby, which lies a mere 100 miles from the Australian homeland. The bold, 'back door' surprise almost worked. But the strike force was discovered and stopped just short of their goal in a two-year battle that claimed 18,000 lives — two thirds of them Japanese. The victory was considered a major turning point of World War II. Even though the trail is just 75 miles long and there are no longer snipers behind ever bush, you should allow at least a week to cover the ground, which passes through a wide variety of stunning scenery. PNG — there’s nothing like the Last Frontier. — latitude 38

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down in the Quake of ’03. They’re still arguing about whether to rebuild it. Come to think of it, they’re still arguing about whether to rebuild 880 from that little temblor in ’89. Remember that one? Anyway, with the CGT — that’s the California Greenhouse Tax — it’d cost an arm and a leg to drive anywhere on a regular basis." "How are we getting to Berkeley, then?"

"There’s a ferry that leaves right from the airport. This way..." She scooped up my sea bag as though it was weightless and marched off to one end of the terminal. I followed her into one of those electric flywheel shuttlebuses that you find at all airports, and in a couple of minutes we were at the ferry loading dock in a small cove just north of the airport. The California sun and the relatively smog-free ocean-cooled air felt wonderful. "I remember this cove on the charts," I said. "Wasn’t it originally built as a seaplane terminal?" "I think you’re right," said Lee. 'There’s a boat every fifteen minutes, so we won’t have to wait long." No sooner had she said thpCtfran a vehicle unlike anything I’d ever seen before came scorching around the bend and into the cove. It had large rounded wings like the aircraft of nearly a hundred years ago, fans in the deck like a hovercraft, and two long slender hulls underneath like some of the fast catamarans I was used to commuting on back East. "Is it a hovercraft, a hydrofoil, or an airplane?" I asked. "It’s a ground effect ship," answered Lee. "Goes over a hundred knots. I mean, doesn’t it look just like a Klingon battle cruiser?"

I wasn’t sure I remembered the Klingon battle cruiser, but it did bear a striking resemblance to the pelican that was gliding just inches above the water surface to one side of the pier. "100 knots on the Bay?" 1 had to ask. "For sure. Hies in ground effect at ten feet above the surface. And the fans allow it to operate as a surface effect vehicle for low-speed shallow water operation. BCDC hasn’t permitted any'dredging — period — since 1995, so deep-draft ferries are only useful on a few routes." We boarded the ferry, and Lee suggested a stop at the snack bar for a drink. Lee ordered her usual: fresh carrot and celery juice, while 1 opted for a glass of my favorite California wine. Amid the display racks of candy, cigarettes, condoms, and assorted hard and soft recreational drugs, I noticed a headline on the San Jose MercuryChronicle that caught my eye: "G.G. Bridge Re-opening Delayed Again." ’What’s this about the Golden Gate Bridge being closed?" I asked. That’s for the new roadway," Lee explained. 'The slope of the old one was too steep for the Marin BAFTT extension. But by

installing new kevlar suspension cables and replacing the roadway with a carbon fiber and epoxy structure, they save enough weight to make the new design work with shallower grades at each end. It was really poor planning, since they just completed the lower deck only three years before this rebuild started." Lee paid for our drinks (she was quicker to wave her card at the charge card reader), and we walked to the forward end of the upper deck where she advised we’d get the best view. A minute later I heard our boat’s turbines rev up as it lifted partially out of the water, backed away from the pier, rotated 180 degrees in place and accelerated up to cruising speed. It felt just like a small plane taking off, except our altitude remained at ten feet. The skyline certainly had changed! One massive new structure was even out on the Bay, maybe a half mile east of China Basin. I asked Lee what it was. "That’s just the floating ball park, Max. The Mayor finally got it approved as a joint venture with Oakland, Richmond, and Vallejo in ’92. It’s the most voluminous moving object ever built, although not the longest or heaviest. Holds more people than Candle¬ stick, and even has some guest berthing at page 136

FUTURE SHOCK Inside was a pair of thick glasses with some electronics built into the frame, and a mylar film keyboard which she unrolled on her table top. Lee put on the glasses and hit some of the keys. "This new virtual screen is the greatest thing that ever happened to commuting," she remarked. "Except when you have to deal with people using them on the freeway while they’re driving." "Have there been any accidents?" "No, but people forget to pull forward when the car in front of them finally begins to move." I heard dialing tones and then a carrier tone coming out of the tiny speakers in the eyeset frame, and Lee hit a few more keys. Her eyes acquired a blank stare as she focused on the heads-up display of a virtual computer screen. I recognized the all-toocommon facial expression characteristic of people on-line with their data service in public places. "Let’s see," she read out loud for my benefit. "Main menu... race schedule, entry forms, race results, rating certificates, protests pending, sailing instructions..." She hit another key, read off some race dates, then selected the one she wanted. "It takes a second or two to download," she explained apologetically during a short period of silence.

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one end so you can sail to the game. Some good overpriced restaurants around the perimeter, too." "I suppose they tow it to whichever city is hosting the game?" "Exactly. It’s been everywhere from San Jose to Sacramento." "Where does everybody park their cars?" 'The lower three decks are parking, but that only accounts for a fraction of the seats. The really neat thing about this concept is how they can force people to use mass transit." "How do they do that? Even with gridlock and that Greenhouse Tax, I know how hard it is to get Californians out of their cars." "Simple. They just start the game in San Francisco, and finish it in Oakland!" Our ferry made a shallow banked turn to avoid the stadium. 'The ball park should be spending a lot more time in the Oakland Estuary during football season," noted Lee, "now that Oakland is about to close a deal^fo get the Raiders back."

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We pulled into the first stop at the ferry building downtown. It was by far the quickest trip I had ever made from the airport. Our destination was Berkeley, however, so we held on to our seats as all the San Francisco passengers boarded. Two minutes later the ferry was packed, and we took off across the central Bay towards Sausalito. "Looks like a race off the Cityfront!," I said when I spotted a fleet of sailboats short-tacking up the shore off Fort Mason. "Friday afternoon race," said Lee. 'The Express 39s are out, along with the J-28s and the F-27s. Also a big fleet of Santana 22s and some Bears." "Bear boats forever!" I said. "But are the Birds still racing?" "Most of them are on the bottom of the Bay by now, Max. But the Knarrs are still going strong, and so are the Express 27s and Cal 2-27s. And there’s a huge fleet of MacGregor 35s. They’ll be racing with us tomorrow... which reminds me — I have to download the race instructions for tomorrow’s race." She reached into her backpack and pulled out what looked like an eyeglass case. /

vjood to see that YRA is still alive and well," I said to fill the space. "YRA had some rough times during the ’90s, Max. It was .this bulletin board system that really turned things around. It allowed them to go from two full-time staff to a , quarter-time sysop. And the racers actually discovered the on-line service was so useful that they’d join YRA just to get a user ID and password, even if they didn’t race any of the regular YRA series." "Do they still have the office at Fort Mason?" "No way! That location got very expensive. There’s a room somewhere with all the old paper files and the computer, but I don’t even know where that is." I indicated some surprise that YRA could get by without an office and a live person to answer the phone. ’ "Over 90% of what YRA does is just communication and data management," Lee pointed out, her face returning to earth as her eyes focused on me. "And that’s done far better electronically. The YRA officers, who are still volunteers despite the commercialization of some of the fleets, are usually available to deal with the odd problem or request for information that the on-line system can’t handle." Her eyes went blank again.

MAX EBB "Missing buoy notice — North Olympic Circle mark C — Estimated date of replacement 6-23-10 . . . Number 15, Yellow Bluff — Estimated date of replacement unknown." "North Olympic Circle?" "For sure — once they removed the abandoned part of the Berkeley Pier, there was room for a South Olympic Circle. Only problem is they have a mark in common. North Circle mark D is the same as South Circle mark H. 1 mean, we have some exciting mark roundings, like the other day when I was jibing around it with a bunch of Ultimate 60s coming the other way!" She gazed into her virtual screen and hit some more keys. "No E-mail for me today. A few new listings in the Crew Pool, and a new Local Notice to Mariners, but I’ll take a look at those later." "I remember when you were pushing for a YRA bulletin board all the way back in the mid-eighties," I reminisced. "But you Figured that only about 20 percent of the racers had access to a computer with a modem. What turned it around so quickly?" 'That’s a great story, Max. Turns out that every single Nintendo sold after about 1988 had a modem inside, and some of the most popular game cartridges even had communications software filling up otherwise unused data storage space. It was all menu-driven to the point that you didn’t even need a keyboard. So by 1993 when Nintendo launched their international on-line service, about 95 percent of all households in the industrialized world already had a fully compatible data terminal, even though most of them didn’t know it. Just wait ’til your kids are asleep, plug the thing into a phone jack, and you’re on-line. It blew Prodigy out of the water, and nearly did in CompuServe too." "And that led to the acceptance of an on-line YRA?" "It was the blockbuster that made all kinds of electronically distributed services viable, at long last. Now everyone’s con¬ nected." "Except for a few old farts like me!" I joked. "What does the YRA season look like these days?" "Actually," Lee explained as she put away her computer, "there is no YRA season as such. The special events kept getting more and more popular, and the yacht clubs figured out that if they ran an event outside of YRA they got to collect entry fees and at least make it a break-even proposition financially. YRA tried to tailor its events to have the same appeal as the specials — the Vallejo Race and the Bonita-Encinal were two of the successful examples — but for most yacht clubs, running big YRA weekends

became a thankless task. They were always looking for sponsors to defray the costs,. It turned out that the racers much preferred to pay a reasonable entry fee and keep the corporate money out of the event. So even Vallejo and Bonita-Encinal became nonYRA, with the clubs collecting the entry fee and retaining control of how the races were run." "And YRA survived that?" "For sure. Remember that at the same time, the on-line YRA service was attracting new YRA members regardless of which races they did. So the way it all fell out, YRA membership dues came way down because of the economies of automation and scale, and now virtually everyone who races joins YRA just as a matter of course. Our biggest problem these days is the powerboat racers." "What about season champions?" I asked. "Each class or handicap division still has a season, usually defined as a list of special events or class-sponsored races that each particular group wants to do. Oh, and I almost forgot — you need to join YRA just to get a PHRF certificate." "So even if you don’t have a computer and a modem," I concluded, "you still need to be in YRA to race in a handicap event." 'Yes, but it’s cheap. About the same as the entry fee for just one of the special event race weekends. Cheap if you don’t count the surcharge for paper mail, that is."

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water district controlled development in Marin with an iron fist!" 'They did ’til that Supreme Court ruling about exclusionary zoning in ’99. Marin had to comply by allowing unlimited high-density somewhere, so what they did was to relax all constraints within that half-kilometer corridor. All the open space is still protected, and even though the freeway is in permanent gridlock, the light rail system on top still gives the Marinites some mobility. And because all the development is within a few blocks of the freeway, it’s an easy walk to the transit line. It’s also an easy walk out of the development corridor to open space. But file metro was really designed as a local type transit system. Too slow, too many stops, too many detours through downtown centers like San Rafael and Sausalito. The BART line will be the express." "I wish they had as much sense on the Right Coast," I complained. Our ferry touched down off the Sausalito waterfront, and I could see the light rail trains shuttling up and down Bridgeway with the Friday afternoon traffic. We pulled up to the pier to unload half the passengers.

M\A7 V V ill they lose any overhead clear¬ ance with the new bridge roadway?" I asked. "Seems like it’s not as high off the water at mid-span." page 139

'Yes, they lost about 50 feet. But it only affects a few container ships that can modify their antennas easily enough." "What about the aircraft carriers? They used to be a tight squeeze under the old bridge, as I recall." "Max, it’s been 15 years since a carrier came in here, and that was when the Enterprise came to its permanent berth at the Alameda Maritime Museum. All the naval bases have been closed for years." That’s right, Lee, I’ve been meaning to ask. How did those closings affect everybody here? Did they cause an economic depres¬ sion in the East Bay?" "No way! Congress passed that bill in ’95 about base closures that requires federal land under a de-activated base to be turned over to local city governments. Oakland took the Naval Supply Center and built an up-scale condo development spreading over hundreds of acres, and two giant new marinas in the outer and middle harbors. The revenue put the Oakland school district back on its feet. Alameda did an even nicer job with the Naval Air Station. Property values there are higher than in Mill Valley even, now that the new tube at the west end of the Estuary was finished and all those yuppies had their own lane onto the Bay Bridge. The Alamedans now refer to it as The Fashionable West End'. In Oakland, the locals call the new development Windfall City'! 'What happened to T.I.?" I ventured to ask. - Lee just rolled her eyes. "How people can afford those places I’ll never know. But I do take the ferry over to the Exposition Mall on T.I. to shop." Soon the ferry was airborne again, skimming over Raccoon Strait toward the East Bay. I glanced into Hospital Cove as we flew by — same place, as far as I remembered. What a pretty sight for sore East Coast eyes. "Where do we stop next?" I asked. "Direct to Berkeley from here," Lee said. You know, this is basically the same route as the helicopter service out of SFO they had up until, what was it, 1974?" That was before my time, Max," laughed Lee. "Sure was," I agreed. "Anyway, I think this machine is actually faster than that helicopter." We banked left, then right, and I could hear the turbines rev down slightly to reduce speed. We had narrowly avoided some sailboats in the Strait. 'What happens when they hit

something?" "It doesn’t happen very often," Lee assured me. "One hundred knots is only three times as fast as the catamaran ferries they had back in the old days. And remember, we’re ten feet up, so collisions with sailboats generally wipe out the rig but don’t cause any injury." "Oh... " I said, and observed as we threaded our way through some becalmed sailboats in the wind shadow between Angel Island and Southampton Shoal.

The windsurfers were out in force on the 'North Circle', as Lee called it. But our ferry made no effort to avoid them. The sailboards that found themselves in our path just lowered their rigs and sat calmly on their boards as we flew over their heads. "Do we pull into the old ferry dock inside the marina?" You left before they built the Gilman Street Pier, didn’t you, Max? It’s much faster than going inside the marina to dock." "Gilman Street Pier? Did they finally develop the Berkeley Waterfront?" "Most of it came out pretty well," Lee commented. "Of course there are some sore spots, and the architecture is a little monotonous because it was all controlled by only a few developers. They should have required more sub-division and more variety. But the mix of uses is good, and the waterfront museum is a focal point for the whole East Bay shoreline." "Another new museum? Which one is that?" I asked. "It’s called the 'Museum of Environ¬ mental Activism'. Remember the Greenpeace ’ ship, the Ohana Kal?" You mean that old derelict grounded out in the North Sailing Basin?" 'That’s it, except now the North Basin

"Those racing powerboats stop for nothing, Max! Crash jibe!!!"

is called Ocean View Cove. The ship was restored as a combination museum, docu¬ menting both naval history and radical environmentalism." "Interesting mix," I observed. "But it is

MAX EBB Berkeley." "The bridge and radio room," Lee explained, "and some of the crews’ quarters N are restored to look exactly as they did during World War II almost 70 years ago." 'Yes, Lee, 1 know when World War II was fought." "Of course. Anyway, they have a working 1940s vintage radar, and a sonar set, and even an old short-wave radio. It all works with vacuum tubes! Awesome! The kids have a great time playing with the controls. Once a year it even leaves the pier for a day and parades around the bay in company with the Jeremiah O’Brien, the Liberty Ship at Fort Mason." I asked how it fit in with an environ¬ mental museum, instead of being part of the Alameda Maritime Museum. "Most of the interior of the ship is fitted out as a museum that chronicles the history of Greenpeace, Earth First, and some of the more radical environmental movements. They show old videos of anti-nuke campaigns, save-the-whale expeditions... it’s good stuff." "Speaking of the Ohana Kai, what ever happened to, uh, what-was-his-name... " "Oh, you mean Klaus. The city finally hired him on as museum staff, and he has a great time telling the schoolchildren on field trips his fish tales about the good old days. He has them thinking he personally saved the whales and the harp seals, not to mention fighting in every significant naval battle of World War II." "Sounds about right," I commented. 'We’ll have to stop and check this place out." "For sure, but not today. I’ve arranged for us to sail in the Friday Night Ftece. And wait ’til you see the boat I’ve lined up for us to sail on," Lee said. "I think you’ll like it."

e got off the ferry at the Gilman Street Pier, but to my surprise Lee’s car was not waiting for us in the ample parking lot. "Parking in the Marina is nowhere," she insisted. So instead we walked along the Ocean View Cove waterfront to the public rowboat rental dock, where Lee flashed her season pass and checked out a Whitehall. "They never did put in a parking lot with this park," Lee explained, "So most of the park users use the Gilman Street Pier parking lot and rent a boat to row across. Makes the park feel like an island." She rowed us across to the boat dock on the west side of the cove, and from there it was a short walk around the marina to the yacht club. "New Latitude 381" she said excitedly as she put down my sea bag in the yacht club lobby and picked up two copies of the latest

issued one for each of us. "Good to see that Latitude is still in business after all these years," I said as I sexamined the magazine. "Still free, and still on smeary newsprint," I observed with some satisfaction. The cover was an eye-catching

"Once the Berkeley Pier was gone, there

Olympic Circle."

magenta-colored Moore 24, shot from above, planing over a blue ocean. "And it’s good to see that Moore 24s are still sailing," I added. The cover said 'Volume 396, June 2010." I slid the Latitude through the handle straps on my seabag. But we had no time for the yacht club. We went directly down to the docks, and I could hardly believe my eyes when we stopped at none other than the very same racer-cruiser that I’d owned 20 years ago. Although it was now nearly 40 years old, the current owner was maintaining it in immaculate condition. The old beast looked better, I had to confess, than when I had owned it. Lee introduced me to the owner. "Had to have it in top shape for Master Mariners," he explained in response to my compliments. We stowed our gear, started the engine, and cast off the dock lines to go racing on the Bay. Soon we were crashing to windward into that nasty late afternoon chop of the Olympic Circle. We had managed a very nice start, and on my suggestion we continued over to where the pier used to be to avoid the spot where the wind can lift in front of North Waterfront Park (now Denton Fkrk, according to Lee). When we tacked on to port we looked very good indeed on the rest of our fleet. "I Still remember a thing or two about this Bay," I bragged. The skipper offered me the helm, and I was delighted to accept. My old boat was as cantankerous as ever in these conditions, but to me it felt just great. "Watch out for those powerboats, Max," Lee warned.

A fleet of large powerboats, apparently racing, were approaching from maybe a mile off. It didn’t look like they would be any problem, but everyone else on the boat seemed very concerned. "I think we better tack back to the south," the owner recommended. "Nonsense," I said. 'They have plenty of time to avoid us." "Give it up, Max!" Lee was getting emphatic. 'Those racing powerboats stop for nothing," warned another one of the crew. 'There’s a TV helicopter right behind them, and you can bet they’ll sail through us for the benefit of the cameras rather than alter course." I couldn’t believe that even a racing powerboat could have such blatant disregard for the rules of the road. 'They really do have right of way, Max. Tack now!" The dull throbbing of a dozen huge marine engines plus a few sets of helicopter blades was rapidly growing louder and louder. I took another look under the jib to confirm that we were still on a collision course, and decided that yes, we really did have to tack. But by then it was too late. One of the race boats was on a course to pass us very close to windward. Lee lunged to the aft end of the cockpit, yanked the tiller to windward and yelled, "Crash jibe!" I remember our boat spinning around as a candy-apple red hull blasted by just a few feet to windward. Everyone was yelling, and I felt a whack in the back of my head.

Xlnd that was all I could remember. I woke up in the quarter berth of my boat; my head hurt like hell, and it was dark outside. I flipped on a cabin light, and scanned the interior of my boat. It looked just like it always had. My sea bag was sitting on one of the main berths, with the copy of Latitude 38 stuck through the handles just as I had left it. I carefully got up, slid open the hatch, and looked around. All I could make out in the pre-dawn light was the Knarr that was berthed next to me. Was it all a dream? What year was it? Why did my head hurt so much? I glanced at my watch. Month and day, but no year. The Latitude 381 I pulled it from the sea bag. The cover was the same — a magenta Moore 24 planing along on a blue ocean. But it said Volume 156, June 1990 — and then I remembered beaning myself during an accidental jibe in last night’s beer can race. I sighed a huge sigh of relief, shook my aching head, and slept until noon. — max ebb page 140

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With detailed reports this month on chartering aboard one of Maine's unique Windjammers; on the sometimes helpful and sometimes troublesome 'Boat Boys'; on the virgin chartering waters of reef-strewn FIJI; and — as always — Charter Notes.

The Maine Windjammer Thing If you’ve never heard of a windjammer cruise, you might think of the luxury liners that ply the seven seas. Think smaller, if that’s the case. Forget the crowds and ports teeming with tourists. Picture yourself with no set itinerary and days entirely unstructured. The wind and tide are your cruise directors. Bring an appetite for home cooking, an appreciation for making new friends, and a desire to discover one of the most spectacular sailing regions in the world — the coast of Maine — from the deck of a tall ship. Whom do we have to thank for inventing this unique cruise experience? More than 50 years ago, at a time when cargo-carrying windjammers were rapidly being replaced by steam-powered ships and rail transportation, several Maine sea captains had the brilliant foresight to purchase as many windjammers as they could lay their hands one. These ships were converted to a new line of work: the passenger-carrying windjammer trade. The Maine Windjammer Association’s fleet of today is comprised of 11 traditional

the bowsprit! Windjammers rely on the wind to propel them, although they also have motorized yawlboats for pushing them along in light airs, maneuvering in tight harbors, and ferrying passengers ashore. Most o the vessels are skippered by their owners, with family members often being part of the crew. Each cruise is different^ Saji by lighthouses, see lobstermen hard at vtork, visit deserted islands, quaint fishing villages, and historic communities. During the day, spacious decks allow for sunbathing and there are plenty of cozy nooks for curling up with a good book. You’ll make friends with fellow passengers — windjammers carry between 22 and 37 passengers — from all walks of life who share a common spirit for adventure. You’ll enjoy the thrill of scudding along under full sail at top speed, perhaps overtaking one of the other members of the fleet! You’ll be amazed to see these large vessels thread through narrow, rocky passages. Many passengers hike a keen interest in the seafaring heritage of Down East Maine. Others quietly enjoy the

The 92' sihooner American Eagle was built in Gloucester, Massachusetts, in 1930. For 53 years she was a working member of the famed Gloucester fishing fleet. Two well earned years of extensive rebuilding went into making the Ameri¬ can Eagle look and feel like a new boat. Captain John Foss.

• The Nathaniel llowditch was built as a racing yacht in 1922 in East Boothbay, Maine. The 82' schooner won special class honors in the Ber¬ muda Race in 1923, served in the Coast Guard during World War II, and was rebuilt in the early 1970s for the windjamming trade. Captain Gib and Terry Philbrlck.

The 95' ketch-rigged Angelique was built specifically for the windjamming trade in 1980 by Imero Gobatto. Patterned after the 19th-century sailing ships that fished off the coast of England, the Angelique was built for safety and offers the unique feature of a deckhouse salon. Captain Mike and Lynne McHenry.

The 78' Mercantilewas built in Little Deer Isle, Maine, in 1916 as a shallow-draft coaster. I Ier cargoes consisted mainly of salt fish, barrel staves and firewood for the lime kilns of Rockport. The Mercantile, became a cruise schooner in 1942 under the ownership of Frank Swift. Captain Ray and Ann Williamson.

Four of the eleven member schooners of the Maine Windjammers Association.

two-masted sailing ships ranging from 64 to 112 feet in length, plus the additional 20 feet or so, should you climb to the end of

breathtaking beauty of the majestic pinecovered island and nigged granite coastline, There is an abundance of wildlife to

observe, sure to please the most avid naturalist: puffins, loons, eagles and ospreys, seals sunning themselves on ledges, and porpoises swimming alongside the ship. If you’re lucky, you may even see a whale. Every night you’ll drop anchor in a snug harbor or secluded island cove. Passengers who still feel adventurous sometimes go ashore for dinner or to explore, while others stay aboard to sing sea chanteys around the main cabin wood stove, spin yams in the afterdeck, or spend a clear evening star-gazing or listening for the eerie call of a loon. Passengers have little trouble falling asleep, perhaps drifting off to the sounds of a guitar or concertina softly playing in the distance. Passengers awaken to the smell of steaming coffee and freshly baked pastries. For the hardy, a quick dip is refreshing way to start the day! All the fleet’s cooks are famous for preparing delicious meals served family style, so passengers never have to worry about being hungry. With the appetite you’ll work up from the sun and fresh salt air, you’ll eagerly await every meal. Homemade breads and desserts cooked on a wood stove, fresh seafood and roasts, showers and garden vegetables, and hand-cranked ice cream are a few of the treats in store. One night a week is set aside for a sumptuous Down East lobsteibake on a deserted beach, the highlight of an unforgettable week. A windjammer cruise is an excellent vacation bargain. Everything you’ll need for a fun-filled week is included in one price: page 146

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$435 to $550 per person. The sailing season is from Memorial Day to Columbus Day, with special events, such as Boothbay Windjammer Days and the Fourth of July Great Schooner Race, are scheduled through the summer. Late spring and early fall cruises are especially enjoyable; rates are lower and harbors quieter. In June, however, the days are longer and in September breezes make for the best sailing. The cruises run from Sunday evening to Saturday noon, with shorter 3-day sails available on a number of vessels. Accommodations are simple, consisting of single, double or triple cabins, all with comfortable mattresses, fresh linens and plenty of warm blankets. Seasickness is rarely a problem thanks to the easy motion of these large vessels and the protected waters they sail in. All of the vessels are inspected by the United States Coast Guard on a regular basis. To get a brochure on any of the members of the Maine Windjammer Association, call l-8Q0-Maine-80. — windjammer association 'Boat Boys' ■ One of the things first-time charters have to learn to live with is 'boat boys', who are usually otherwise unemployed males between eight and 18/looking to make a few bucks. They’re not found everywhere, however. To our knowledge page 147

they don’t exist in French Polynesia or most of the Med or Aegean. They’re common in the popular charter waters of the Eastern Caribbean, especially 'Down Island'. 'Boat boys' will do just about anything for money. The most common job, especially among the younger ones, is 'watching' your dinghy while you shop or go out to dinner. Others offer to hail a taxi, run your garbage ashore, handle your laundry, serve as your tour guide or serenade your crew. Boat boys are also happy to offer their 'expertise' at things they know nothing about. Guys who don’t know sandpaper from afternoon stubble will say, "Hey skip, I’m the varnish expert around here, let me gloss up your hand rails." If the next boat shows up with a tom sail, the guy instantly becomes "the sail repair expert around here". The only real danger is when a charterer hires a boat to be a 'pilof in waters the boat boy knows nothing about Oh yes, it’s happened. In most places 'boat boys' are pretty casual. You say 'no thanks' and they leave you alone. In other places, Dominica and St. Vincent come to mind, 'boat boys' are like encyclopedia salesmen in that they won’t take 'no' for an answer. At St. Vincent in particular, mobs of boat boys (and men and women) will circle your boat and give the impression that if you don’t avail yourself of some of their products or services, you’ll regret it Although it’s the exception to the rule, dinghies have been taken and shore lines untied in the middle /

of the night. Almost all charterers are intimidated by aggressive 'boat boys' in the beginning, and often the natural reaction is to abruptly try and dismiss them. In the long run, it’s better to make your peace with them. For in addition to being hard to get rid of, they can also provide valuable services. In a lot of places it’s well worth it to pay a kid $1 to 'watch' your dink while you shop or go out for dinner. In the beginning you’ll think of it as extortion — which it is. But once you get into the swing of things, you’ll view it more like a combination of local 'insurance' and a private cruising tax. The one thing you must do before engaging a 'boat boy' in any job, however, is come to an agreement about exactly what’s to be done and at what price. This needs tb be repeated out loud about three times in front of witnesses. And make sure both parties understand what currency payment is to be made! "No way, skip, we agreed on $5 U.S., not $5 E.C." is another line heard on Caribbean docks.

For the most part, ‘boat boys' perform a real service. Here a veggie boy from Union Island searches for his best banana.

In any event, here’s what happens if you send a 10-year old out for a couple of bags of ice without agreeing on the price:

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\ he comes back two hours later with two half-melted bags and a bill for $30. You tell him he’s crazy, that it couldn’t cost that much. He tells you sure it does, what with the $25 taxi ride he needed to get to the ice house. As the argument goes on, a crowd gathers around to see what the ruckus is all about, because there’s nothing unemployed 'boat boys' love better than a good dispute. But believe us, in disputes between young boat boys and rich American yachties, the 'Peoples’s Court' finds in favor of the local boy. You also have to be cautious when

When they get their eyes trained on you, there's just no escaping the 'boat boys' of St. Vincent.

engaging a boat boy to handle things like laundry. He might quote you $30 for a bag that the laundry would do for $15. Even worse, he might say the laundry will do the job for $15 — and a day later you’re at the laundry finding out they won’t give you your clothes back until you hand over $30. There’s no substitute for asking around to find out who is reliable and what’s a reasonable price for a given service. The problem is that most times the only people around to ask — you guessed it — are ■boat boys'. The other thing you don’t want to do is overpay. If you give a five-year old $5 for watching your dink for an hour, you’re making it hard on everyone who comes after you — and for the poor kid who will believe that such largesse will continue. Although we’ve at times been annoyed with the persistence of 'boat boys', overall they’ve added to our charter experiences. — latitude 38 Figuring Out Fiji No wonder more people' wanted to go than there was room. Our mission was to check out the Fijian Islands as a cruising

ground, the Mason 43 Romer as a charter boat, all the while following the Club Nautique 'Prime Directive' of "having as much fun as humanly possible". The lucky group consisted of Laurie Miller, Rayna Nelson, Bob Fierdon, Scott Gordon and Walt Dorian. After the flight to Fiji’s main island of Viti Levu, we took a DeHaviland Heron over the blue seas, turquoise lagoons, white sand beaches and long reefs to the Kon Tiki Resort on Vanua Levu. Owners Sid and June have transformed the former copra plantation into a resort, with 15 thatched huts, a small dining room, arid a bar. They’re also the owners of Emerald Charters, which is in the process of being taken over by Club Nautique. Our first impressions of the Mason 43 were positive. She was well-appointed and clean. The provisions for the first five days had been neatly stowed, the ice chest in the cockpit filled with ice cold Fijian Bitters and soft drinks, and there was a generous supply of linen. In a special personal touch, each crewmember got a su/u to wear. We set sail the following morning for Bakabaka Inlet with Captain Stephen, a native Fijian, in charge of Romer. Reefs are a serious hazard in Fiji, so single bareboat charters are not available. Stephen quickly proved adept at his profession, taking us through the narrow entrance to Bakabaka Inlet, invisible until we were upon it and with crashing surf on each side. Anchored securely and armed with Fiji Bitters, we hit the beach and followed our guide through the jungle to the home of Jim Carrigan, an American who settled in Fiji 18 years ago and built himself a magnificent home overlooking the ocean. The rear wall of his house opens to a wellmanicured tropical garden with a panoramic view of the ocean and reefs below. While enjoying a beautiful sunset from the veranda, we discussed the performance of the Mason 43. She’d sailed exactly as we expected a heavy, full keel cruiser to sail; with a very kindly motion at sea. She pointed well, but sailed best when a few degrees off the wind. The next day we sailed past Tavenuni, the garden isle, and into the Somosomo Straits for snorkeling. As world famous as Fiji is for diving, it was hard to believe. The water was 85°, the visibility more than 100 feet and the coral gardens magnificent.

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fringed, white sand beach at Viani Bay. Dinner that night was nothing special; Stephen prepared a feast on shore under a nearly full tropical moon. The many night birds turned out to be bats, and Stephen offered to make what he assured us was delicious bat soup. He had no takers. After daysails to Taveuni, Buca Bay and Kioa, we were well into Fijian time and the days were pleasantly blending together. All the while the weather was excellent. Although it was their summer, the never failing southeast trades kept the temperature from ever climbing above 85°. It was so dam comfortable some of us would forget to adequately protect our December white bodies from the intense sun. Scott’s sunburned chest soon resembled a chart of Fijian waters. As we travelled along, we learned more about the history of Fiji. The fust European to spot them was Abel Tasman, who nonetheless didn’t stop. In 1779 the great Captain Cook dropped his hook in the Lau Group. Just 10 years later, Fijian warriors on canoes gave chase to the little yawl carrying Captain William Bligh and his loyal men, who just days before had been removed from the Bounfy. A short time later, Fletcher Christian and the Bounfy came by on their way to Pitcairn. For many .years Fiji was, with some justification, known as the 'Cannibal Islands'. The tyrannical feudal chiefs had this habit of launching their 90-foot oceanpage 148

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going double canoes over the bodies of young girls; widows of chiefs were strangled so their spirits could be together; and, there was widespread consumption of 'long pig'. Cannibalism dramatically dropped off in the 1850’s, during the time when one of the chiefs, Thakombau, first dreamed of a united Fiji. Although he spent the last half of his life as a dignified Christian gentleman, Thakombau’s early days were marked by enthusiastic cannibalism. Fortunately, we didn’t have those worries, for as if by miracle, each place we visited seemed somehow better them the last. One such highlight was uninhabited Raranitiqa Island at Bud Reef. Our guide lead us to the base of a cliff covered with roots and vines, which he proceeded to climb. We reluctantly followed. When we reached the top, we found ourselves on a grassy meadow with a panoramic view of the entire area. Later that day we had fantastic snorkeling at one of the island’s coves, which was teeming with fish. Even later that day we ended up at one of the most famous scuba areas in the world, the Matagi Dive Resort, located on privately owned Matagi island. Two days later we visited a Fijian village on Nggamea, where we presented our gift of Yaquona to the chjef. At least 20 natives joined us for the kava ceremony. Our last two days of sailing, to page 149

Bakabaka Inlet and Savusavu featured brisk sailing. Broadreaching in 30 knots of wind and eight-foot seas with a full main, mizzen and genoa, we probably should have shortened sail. But we were having too much fun. The last day we took turns trying to coax the 11-ton Romer down the waves — and were occasionally successful. It was a great way to end a wonderful trip. Club Nautique currently operates three boats, Romer, a Pearson 365 and a Lotus 35, in these waters. Judging from our trip, they’ll get lots of use. — wait dorian & latitude 38 Charter Notes: After opening 109 Villages' in the last 40 hedonistic years, Club Med has taken to the sea with Club Med 1, a 617-foot five-masted schooner-rigged cruise ship. The $100 million vessel motors at 12 knots, but has hit 19 knots with all her 10,000 square feet of sail set. The ship’s schedule calls for week-long winter cruises in the French West Indies and summer cruises in the Med. « Those of you who think the ideal charter is a combination of racing in the tropics and non-stop wild partying really missed it — Antigua Sail Week ended on the 6th of May. According to Johno Langley, 130 racing and cruising boats, a near record, turned out for the five days of races and eight days of partying. Unlike last year, there were no Class A maxis or International 50-footers. There were 44

Swans, however, attesting to that brand’s broad international appeal. The continuing trend at Antigua has been smaller numbers in the racing divisions and larger numbers in the cruising divisions. Boats in the cruising divisions are not allowed to carry spinnakers, which means that charter boats can be competitive. Langley says one of the main gripes this year was that so many 'cruising' boats set mylar and kevlar sails. Such sails will probably be banned from the cruising divisions next year. Winds at Antigua were light the first couple of days, but eventually piped up to 25 knots a few times before the week was over. There were no big accidents or collisions, unlike three years ago when a Swan 65 executed the perfect t-bone on a Capri 25 that tried to barge the starting line. Top boats this year were Titan IV, a Puerto Rico owned former SORC winner back when that meant something; Encore, a S&S 73 from the U.S. Virgins; Slingshot, a Hobie 33 from St. Maarten; Caccia Alla Vollpe a wooden IOR boat from Antigua; Countdown, from Barbados; and, Crackerjack, a Swan 53 from the United Kingdom. As always, it was truly an

Despite the fact that Antigua is very British, near-nudity has always been the uniform for the immensely popular Antigua Sail Week.

international event, with entries from more than 15 countries and sailors from all over the world.

THE RACING

With reports on the Colin Archer Memorial Race for double-enders; the boldest "Bravura" yet; CYC’s windy Olympic Invitational; the Junior Waterhouse ocean race; the Konoctl Cup on Clear Lake; the Champion of Champions showdown; the all-IMS Stone Cup; the good-time Vallejo Race; the StFYC Woody Invitational; the final Whitbread Report from John Jourdane; a sled update including results of the Cal Cup; the results of the Santa Cruz-Santa Barbara Race (story next month); and, of course, the usual profusion of race notes.

Colin Archer Memorial Race "It was so windy we had whitecaps in the head!" claimed Sausalito’s Brooks Townes of the Colin Archer Memorial Race on May 12. But steady winds were just what was needed to propel the 47 heavy displacement double-enders around the course, which this year consisted of reaching around the East Bay before running up the Estuary to finish at host Encinal YC. Even so, a handful of boats failed to negotiate the 20.2 mile course before the 6 p.m. time

Cordy Nash: owner/driver/ designer/builder of 'Fairhaven'.

limit. First to finish — and therefore the overall winner — was the smallest boat in the fleet, Gordy Nash’s beaiutiful Vineyard Sound 20 Fairhaven. "We were amazed to find ourselves way out front at the weather

mark (Blossom Rock)," allowed Nash, a Sausalito boatbuilder and former rowing champion who built the tiny boat "to get back into sailing after I blew out my elbows". Fairhaven held on going up the Estuary, "though the pack was breathing^ down our necks". v\ Keys to success, according to Nash, included a good crew (JoAnna Wilson and Steve Najjar), sound tactics (playing the Cone on the flood tide approach to Blossom: "When you’re our size, you can’t afford to make any mistakes"), and more than doubling the size of Fairhaven’s centerboard and keel since she debuted at the Colin Archer last year. Good humor may have played a part in the victory, too: "I picked our sail number after YRA told me 1 could have any number between 0 and 18999 that wasn’t taken," explained Gordy. "I choose 39 — an age I used to be!" Most of the winners left Treasure Island to starboard on the approach to the Estuary, a tactic which paid off in a handsome 17 minute class victory for Blown Away, Charles Eddy’s HC 38. As regular readers already know, there is a debate raging between HC 38 owners (stirred up by HC 38 owner Jim Scala, who failed to toe the Archer starting line) and. their counterparts in Tayana 37s as to which boat is faster. For the record, a half dozen HC 38s raced six Tayanas in this race, with the HC 38s finishing 1 and 4, while Tayanas took 2, 3, and 5. 'The controversy rages on," opined Townes, whose T-37 Lysistrata took second. It’ll be interesting to see who wins on July 21, when the first and probably last Leon Hot Links and Barbecue Sauce Annual Slugfest — as the HC/Tayana showdown is being billed — is contested. DIV. I — 1) Fairhaven, Vineyard Sound 20, Gordon Nash, Sausalito; 2) De Nada, Sagitta 30, Phil O'Brien, Stinson Beach; 3) Mirage, Nor'Sea 27, Nick Myer, Los Altos. (6 boats) DIV. II — 1) Horizon, Aries 32, Jim Enzensperger/Robin Hobart, Tiburon; 2) Alia, Atkin Thistle 32, Jaques de Kervor, Berkeley; 3) Vela, Pacific Seacraft 31, Tom Tigue, Point Richmond. (9 boats)

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— 1) Aurora, Alajuela 38, John Walsh, Pyrrhic Victory, Rafiki 37, Don Carlson, 3) Chae Mi, Rafiki 37, Joseph Colletto, boats)

DIV. IV — 1) Helgoland, Flying Dutchman 35, Hans Roeben/Sally Huse, Tiburon; 2) Saraband, S&S 35, Steven Gann/Mary Morris, Carmel; 3) Walrus, HC 33, Gary Fitts, Berkeley. (7 boats) DIV. V — 1) Blown Away, HC 38, Charles Eddy, Oakland; 2) Lysistrata, Tayana 37, Brooks Townes, Sausalito; 3) Charisma, Tayana 37, Leslie Stone, Alameda. (13 boats) DIV. VI — i) Benjamin Walters, HC 43, Lee Stimmel, San Francisco; 2) Lady Guinevere, HC 43T, Keith Holmes, Alameda. (4 boats)

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George, and Peter Cameron. All are veterans of Loube’s ’89 Admiral’s Cup effort, which saw Bravura as the top one tonner until they were foiled by rig failure in the Fastnet Race. While he waits for his latest Bravura — his fourth to bear the internationally known name — Loube will be taking his Farr 40 to Hawaii for August’s Kenwood Cup. Besides Irv, the crew for that prestigious event lines up as follows: helmsman Haines, Easom, Cameron, George, Skip Allan, Dave Nottage (Hawaii), Howard Wright (L.A.), Richard "Molly" MacAllister (Australia) and one more to be announced later. "We’re still trying to put together a U.S. team for the Kenwood Cup," claimed Loube diplomatically. Reading between the lines, there may not be a U.S. team at all, and certainly — aside from Bravura, which was the high-point boat in ’88 — it won’t be particularly competitive. But win or lose, Loube hopes to return from Hawaii minus his well-known Farr 40: "Hopefully, we’ll sell the boat to the Japanese afterwards," related Loube. Next stop, England.

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of the Admiral’s Cup are singing again, and they forgot to tie this irrepressible 71-yearold grand prix sailor to the mast. "Actually, I was just planning on getting a new FanOne Tonner for the 1991 Admiral’s Cup," explained Loube. "But no one else in the U.S. was committing to a 45-footer, so I felt it was the right thing, to do." Per the new rules, the U.S. team for the next Admiral’s Cup will consist of three different size boats: a Iran 40 to be built for David Clarke of New Jersey, Irv’s newly ordered Fan 45, and whichever is the top 50-footer in the country as the xfivent draws nearer (Abracadabra and Windquest seem like logical contenders). "We’re trying to page 151

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avoid the mistakes we made last time, which is why we’re picking the team so early," claimed Irv. "Last time, we chartered two boats from Australia at the last minute. It was a lot of fun, but it wasn’t really competitive." Loube’s new boat, which will also be called Bravura and most likely again be blue ("Robbie Haines is trying to talk me into an all-white boat, so it won’t be so visible at the starting line!"), will be built by Cookson in New Zealand for a late 1990 launching. 'We think the new boat will be a rocketship," declared Loube. "She’s an improvement on Michael Fay’s Librah, which was arguably the best boat at the ’89 Admiral’s Cup." Already recruited to sail on the newest Bravura, which will sport a 12-man crew, are Robbie Haines, Ed Baird, Englishman Rodney Pattison, Scott Easom, Dennis

CYC Olympic Invitational While the rest of the world was sailing in the Vallejo Parade on May 5-6, the Etchells 22, Soling and Star fleets got in some "real" racing courtesy of Corinthian YC’s two-day, four race Olympic Invitational. Though few Solings and Stars showed up, 20 Etchells revelled in the windy (30 knots) and choppy conditions on the Southampton Shoals race course. "It was classic Bay racing: two boats dismasted, one broke a tiller, and all kinds of sails disintegrated," commented race chairman Jim Snow. "Even the race committee boat got beat up!" Topping the Etchells fleet with a 1,3,3,4 record was relative newcomer Chris Perkins, a former J/24 champion who bought a "fixer-upper" E-22 late last year. Sailing with a "big" crew (Stu Eddings and transplanted Hawaiian Kimo Winterbottom), a newlyfaired underbody and new sails, Perkins appears to have found the "secret weapons" to win in this highly competitive fleet "It’s great competition, even better than the J/24 class," claimed Perkins. "And with the Worlds here next year (July, 1991, San Francisco YC), it should just keep getting better." Unfortunately, all but two Stars shied away from the boat-destroying conditions (apparently, class officials are looking into the

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\ lake circuit and other more "user friendly" race venues for these classic, but fairly delicate, boats). Harder to explain was the presence of only four Solings, especially in light of these races counting towards qual¬ ifying for their upcoming PCCs. ETCHELLS 22 — 1) Secret Weapon, Chris Perkins, StFYC, 10.75 points; 2) Mr. Natural, Bill Barton/Russ Silvestri, SFYC, 11.75; 3) Ultra Violet, Don Jesberg, SFYC, 12.75; 4) The Bear, Vito Bialla, SFYC, 15; 5) Satisfaction, Jorge Lee/Jeff Madrigali, SFYC,- 21.75. (20 boats) SOLING — 1) Second Edition, Mark Murray, CYC, 5.5 points; 2) Delusions of Grandeur, Bob Baldino, CYC, 6.5. (4 boats) STAR — 1) #7325, Steve Gould, StFYC, 5.5 points; 2) #7225, Doug Smith, StFYC, 8.75. (2 boats)

Jr. Waterhouse Race Richmond YC’s Jr. Waterhouse Race on May 12 was a windy one, as evidenced by one broken mast (John Paxton’s Santana

around the southern and then northern approach buoys; and the PHROmaniacs had the longest day, sailing 58.1 miles up to Chimney Rock, around the Lightship and home. The latter group saw the most wind, with the Stewart 42 Camille recording a 56 knot gust on their "random number gen¬ erator". Owner Bill Permar figures the wind actually topped out a bit over 45 knots, but, in any case, it was enough that Camille hit 15s going downwind to the Lightship under main and 95% jib. "It was seriously windy up there," said Permar. ' v\ Two incidents marred this year’s Waterhouse: unbeknownst to owner Roger Heath, the man overboard pole on his Moore 24 Sparrow Hawk fell overboard early in the race. It was picked up by the Coast Guard, who promptly launched a search and rescue mission, complete with helicopters hovering over the fleet. The moral of the story, we suppose, is to check your safety package now and then, particularly

one: four PHRO boats who quit the windy contest failed to notify the race committee and/or the YRA office that they had withdrawn. They were DSQed (rather than DNFed), a relatively light penalty for all the worry they put the race committee through. "Calling in on Monday morning to report that you dropped out of a race on Saturday doesn’t work either," said YRA secretary Lauren Carlisle. 'When will people learn?" MORA — 1) Desperado, Express 27, Mike Bruzzone; 2) Bloom County, Mancebo 31, Carl & Mark Ondry; 3) Friday, Express 27, John Liebenberg; 4) Think Fast!, Olson 30, Albert Holt; 5) Special Edition, Wilderness 30, Dave Hodges. (19 boats) PHRO — 1) Clipper, Olson 40, Howard Sacks; 2) Blitz, Express 37, George Neill; 3) Elusive, Express 37, Dick Desmarais. (15 boats) IMS — 1) Rocinante, Malaccorto. (1 boat)

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35 Sassenach) and eight of 19 MORA entries dropping out. Actually, this year’s Waterhouse was three different races: the MORA group sailed a 34.3 mile lap around the northern approach buoy; the SSS and IMS boats (or lack thereof) did a 41.8-miler

'Acey Deucy1 and 'Elusive', each sporting "stern eyes", aim towards the ocean during the windy Junior Waterhouse Race. when its bumpy. If it’s missing, report it to the Coasties immediately — if not sooner. The other incident was an administrative

Konocti Cup A record 70 boats hit the starting line for Konocti Bay Scaling Club’s Sixth Annual Konocti Cup back on April 28. Held on the not-so-clear waters of Clear Lake, the relatively long race (26 miles) saw winds hovering between 20-35 knots, conditions which knocked 21 boats out of the race. At the Sunday Awards Brunch, each skipper was recognized whether he finished or not — and thanks to the generosity of 11 different sponsors, no one went away empty page 152

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Asset retired after knocking the motor bracket off Twisted; and Chewink left with rig problems. By Sunday’s mellower two races, only 13 boats were left. That’s less than half of the 29 ODCA class champions, prompting Don Wieneke of Twisted, among others, to ask, "Where was everyone else? I’m out here beating the sout of my boat and myself when frankly I’d rather be windsurfing. Maybe I’m missing the point, but I thought you owed it to your fleet to represent them at the Champion of Champions." Wieneke added, "In the past, this regatta’s been better attended and more fun — these days, you can’t even figure out how you did until the results are posted!"

Whooooaaaaa! The Express 27 ‘Leon RusselT entering hyperspace en route to winning another Champion of Champions Regatta.

handed. Raktun Shah’s E-Scow Moonraker posted the best elapsed and corrected time for the day, but was too big to be eligible for the Konocti Cup. That honor went to Second Edition, Mark Murray’s well-sailed Soling. 'Too much wind or not enough, the Konocti Cup remains one of the best inland sailing regattas anywhere," claimed race organizer (and E-Scow sailor) Jim Ziebell. D1V. I — 1) Second Edition, Soling, Mark Murray; 2) Shenanigans, Merit 25, Pat Brown; 3) Speed Wagon, Moore 24, Al Kenstler. DIV. II — 1) Exterminator, RL 24, Fred Rose; 2) Ferboatin, Santana 20, Ron Hanford; 3) Razark, Catalina 22, Ray Woods. CATALINA 25—1) Moxie, Roger Smith; 2) No Name, Peter Nolasco; 3) The Pick, Bill Pickering. SOLING — 1) Second Edition; 2) Delusions of Grandeur, Bob Baldino; 3) Carrera, Pete Dodson. MacGregor 26 — 1) Sailfish, Edward Abrao; 2) Unleaded, Steven Tellardin; 3) Haul Der Main, William Halderman. Champion of Champion^,

"We got screwed!" claimed one of the beefy crewmembers on Bill Stauch’s First Class. 'We would have won four of the five races if we’d used the normal handicap system." As it was, the Chris-Qorlett driven Express 37 ended up third overall in the annual St Francis YC hosted Champion of page 153

Champions on May 12-13, despite the con¬ troversial use of time-on-time handicapping for die first time (rather than the traditional time-on-distance method). Topping the 17-boat fleet of champions, all of whom won their ’89 one-design championships, was the Express 27 Leon Russell. This was the "second and a half' time the boat has nabbed this honor, and once again Russ "Chute-First-Ask-QuestionsLater" Johnson did it with some daring fullthrottle downwind sailing (we could barely keep up with him on our Bertram 25 photo boat). "Not bad for a pick-up crew," said Russ of his wild ride. Sailing with Johnson during some or all of the weekend were partner Leon Daniel, Dave Gruver, Ronn Lowenthal, John 'Wouldya" Walsh, Peter Cameron, Nick Gibbens, Eric Baumhoff and assorted others. Also performing well in the windy fiverace series was Mike Grandin’s green J/24 Just Jake. "It was an interesting event as far as seeing how different well-sailed designs fare in a range of conditions," said Grandin, who noted that the regatta was dominated by "modern" designs. "It was a good shakedown for the Volvo Regatta," continued Mike, who sailed with Bob Belden, Gary Shaw, Carter Seddon, Doug Nestler and Nick Martitisch. Several boats retired with damage after the three races on Saturday: Jim Lindsey limped home to Richmond with sky showing between the hull-deck seams of his aging Santana 22 Seascape; John Bowen’s Current

1) Leon Russell, Express 27, Russ Johnson, 5.5 points; 2) Just Jake, J/24, Mike Grandin, 7.75; 3) First Class, Express 37, Bill Stauch/Chris Corlett, 9.5; 4) Orange Crate, Cal 20, Mike Schaumburg, 12; 5) Dance Away, Santana 35, Bob Bloom, 14; 6) Potsticker, J/29, Kirk Denebeim, 27; 7) Impulse, Olson 30, Barry Danieli, 27; 8) QE3, Tartan Ten,

The view from the StFYC race deck at the start of the first Champion of Champions race.

Richard Bates, 32; 9) Mintaka, Newport 30, Gerry Brown, 33; 10) Twisted, Ranger 23, Don Wieneke, 36; 11) MyToy, Ranger 26, Dave Adams, 44; 12) Con

Marino, Cal 2-27, Gary Albright, 48; 13) Artesian, Islander Bahama, John Adams, 51; 14) Current Asset, Islander 30, John Bowen, 59; 15) Seascape, Santana 22, Jim Lindsey, 59; 16) Chesapeake, Merit 25, Jim Fair, 62; 17) Chewink, Golden Gate, Tim Donnelly, 72. (17 boats) Stone Cup

Bravura, Irv Loube’s awesome Farr One Tonner, ended up (presumably) a

brilliant career of racing on the Bay by winning the 15-boat Division A fleet of the Saint Francis YC’s Stone Cup on May 1920. The final result, however, was almost decided in the protest room, as driver John Kostecki’s inspired 1,2,1,1 performance was threatened by a protest from Craig Brown’s Serendipity 43 Corsair for allegedly forcing an overlap at Blossom Rock in the final race. After a three hour hearing (ironic,

considering that none of the light to moderately windy four races took much over two hours), Corsair was DSQed for not giving room — and Bravura’s victory stood. This could be the last the Bay Area sees of Loube’s blue bomber — she’s off for Long Beach Race Week (June 8-10), then the Kenwood Cup (August 3-16), followed by, Loube hopes, her sale to the Japanese (if you were paying attention to the earlier page 154

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pages of Race Sheet you already know why). Big ebb tides (and some lopsided lines) wreaked havoc with the starts both days, but three of the four classes were nonetheless dominated by one boat (Surefire fired off a 1,1,1,2 record to take Division C; while Screamer screamed to straight bullets in D). Class B, however, saw some really close racing as four different boats (Kiri, Equanimity, Icebreaker and Kotuku) took

firsts. All the racing was scored under the * IMS rule, which seemed to work out smooth¬ ly (though no one could explain to us why the smaller boats were unable to sail to their ratings, even in an ebb tide). DIV. A — 1) Bravura, Farr 40, Irv Loube, 4.25 points; 2) Blade Runner, FI/P 47, Bill Twist, 7.75; 3) Jazz, Beneteau 40, Rod Park, 17; 4) National Biscuit, Schumacher 35, Colin Case, 22; 5) Leading

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Lady, Peterson 40, Bob Klein, 25. (15 boats) DIV. B — 1) Equanimity, J/35, Randy Paul, 14.75 points; 2) Pazzo Express, Express 37, Bill Ormond, 16; 3) Frequent Flyer, Express 37, Ted Hall, 17; 4) Icebreaker, J/35, Doug Taylor, 19.75. (12 boats) DIV. C — 1) Surefire, Frers F-3, Matt & John Carter, 4.25 points; 2) invictus, C&C 40, John Webb, 6.75. (5 boats) DIV. D — 1) Screamer, Capo 30, Dick Horn, 3 points; 2) Harp, C&C 38, Mike Mannix, 11. (4 boats)

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Vallejo Race

As guaranteed last month in Latitude, the 90th Vallejo Race on May 5-6 was gifted with sunny skies and nice breezes. Some 320 boats were on hand to enjoy the traditional season opener, which consisted of a 22.1 mile spinnaker ride up to host Vallejo YC, followed by a short 14.5 mile beat home the next day. Saturday’s race started in a brisk westerly, the kind that encourages #3 jibs and full foul weather gear. After a too-short two mile beat, spinnakers blossomed and the parade to Vallejo began. By the time the fleet got to Red Rock, the foulies were off for good, the 1/2 ounce was up and the beers were flowing. Eventually, the wind filled in for the broad reach up San Pablo Bay — around Point Pinole it actually became strong enough to blow a few kites out. The majority of the fleet emerged unscathed — but thirsty — after the long sail. The party at Vallejo YC was, as always, one of the highlights of the year ("Being the fifth oldest yacht club on the Bay, and having done this 90 times, we know how to do it right!" claimed race chairman Tom Ochs). Four bars served up untold gallons of liquid refreshments, while 20 porto-potties augmented the club’s overworked toilet facilities in disposing of said liquids after they had served their purpose. Coors beer sponsored the festivities; The Moorings added to the merriment by donating a week of bareboating in the Caribbean. That vacation was raffled off on Sunday morning — Jerry Jensen of Sangvind was the big winner. The clubhouse literally shook ’til the wee hours on Saturday night as the crowd boogied to the music of 'Yo Mama" for the fifth year in a row. The lowlight of the evening came when two presumably drunken sailors decided to climb up a bank of speakers to the balcony where the band was playing — they succeeded instead in tearing out a big section of railing, which slightly injured one of the dancers. "Whoever did that has an open invitation to come up any weekend to help me repair the damage," stated Ochs. The next morning, however, it was obvious that most of the damage was of the self-inflicted variety. Fortunately, the upwind race home was a quick and easy one involving, for most boats, a switch from the #1 to the #3 and back to the #1 at the

finish. The ebb tide, combined with the normal port tack lift around Pt. Pinole, combined to make the race a port tack fetch to the finish line off San Rafael. To our way of thinking the course was too short (especially considering the ebb and where 95% of the racers are homeported); the logic, apparently, was to avoid the holes around the San Rafael Bridge. The race committee, which once again used Roger Clark’s Jolly Roger for their platform, had their hands full as the boats finished in overlapped clumps on Sunday. As we went to press, VYC was still straightening out some 30 problems (but only 2 protests!) with the final race results. Accordingly, the following results are preliminary: IMS — 1) (tie) Jackrabbit, Peterson 40, Dave Liggett, and Sunday Punch, Express 34, Art Ball, 2.75 points; 3) Wave Runner, Luffe 48, Lon Price, 8. (13 boats) HDA H — 1) Bloom County, Mancebo 31, Carl & Mark Ondry, 7 points; 2) InfraRed, Craig Sharrow, 7; 3) Rum Turn Tugger, Catalina 38, Bob Campbeli, 10. (15 boats) HDA J — 1) Illusion, E-22, Adam/Burrell/Maxwell, 2.75 points; 2) Finest Hour, Tartan Ten, Lambert Thom, 4.75; 3) Glory Days; Pretorian 35, Andy Rothman, 9. (14 boats) HDA K — 1) pending HDA L'—1) pending HDA M — 1) Summertime Dream, Schumacher 26, Rob Moore, 1.5 points; 2) Sleeper, O'Day 27, Gary Cicerello, 4; 3) Neblina, Cal 28, Neil Mosher, 10. (17 boats) ARIEL — 1) (tie) Tempest, Bill Healy, and

The All-Pro 'Twisted crew giving us the finger at Vallejo.

Jubilee, Don Morrison, 4.75 points; 3) Horizons, Dixie Nicholson, 5. (6 boats) CAL 20 — 1) (tie) Audacious, George Blackman, and Recluse, Howard Martin, 2.75 points. (3 boats) CAL 25 — 1) Whimsical, Dave Stone, 2.75 points. (3 boats) CAL 2-27 — 1) (tie) Con Carino, Gary Albright, and Zephyr, Bruce Nesbit, 2.75 points; 3) Checkout, Misha Orloff, 7. (11 boats) CAL 29 — 1) 20/20, Phil Gardner, 2.75 points; 2) Wherewolf, John Hauser, 3.75; 3) Fantasy, Bruce Darby, 7. (8 boats) CATALINA 27 — 1) Freyja, Ray Nelson, 1.5 points; 2) Catalyst, Edward Durbin, 4; 3) Wildcat, Ernest Dickson, 6. (9 boats) CATALINA 30 — 1) Blue Denim, Paul Jeans, 5.75 points; 2) Fat Cat, Seth Bailey, 6.75; 3) Trey Shay, John Jacobs, 8. (8 boats) CHALLENGER — 1) Osprey, James Adams, 1.5 points; 2) Libertine, Wayne Nygren, 6. (5 boats) EXPRESS 27 — i) Leon Russell, Daniel/Johnson, 1.5 points; 2) Friday, John Liebenberg, 6; 3) Presto, John Todd, 9. (13 boats) EXPRESS 37 — pending GOLDEN GATE — 1) Fledgling, Michael Bonner, 3.75 points; 2) Pajarita, Rob MacDonald, 4.75. (5 boats) HAWKFARM — 1) Cannonball, Rick Schuldt, 1.5 points; 2) Notorious, James Hirano, 4; 3) Warhawk, Bill Patience, 8. (7 boats) ISLANDER BAHAMA — 1) Cahada, Dan Bjork, 2.75 points; 2) Artesian, David Adams, 4.75. (5 boats) page 156

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THUNDERBIRD — 1) Windjimmer, Jim Graham, 1.5 points; 2) Ouzel, Michael Sheets, 5. (6 boats) TRITON — 1) Captain Hooke, Tom & Dave Newton, 2.75 points; 2) Whisper, Ken Schopp, 7; 3) Windswept, James Bartlett, 7. (8 boats)

ISLANDER 28 — 1) Jose Cuervo, Sam Hock, 1.5 points; 2) Challenge, Phil Jones, 4. (6 boats) ISLANDER 30 — 1) Current Asset, John Bowen, 1.5 points; 2) Kiiindini II, D. Drummond, 5. (6 boats) ISLANDER 36 — 1) Windwalker, Shoenhair/ Borton, 1.5 points; 2) Blockbuster, Bruce Block, 5. (5 boats) J/24 — 1) Just Jake, Mike Grandin, 1.5 points; 2) Muffin Monster, Tod Moody, 4; 3) JPJ, Pete Crystal, 9. (13 boats) J/29 — 1) (tie) Advantage II, Patrick Benedict, and J-Spot, Tom Fancher, 3.75 points; 3) Smokin’ J, Gerald de Wit, 4. (7 boats) J/35 — 1) Equanimity, Randy Paul, 2.75 points; 2) Redline, Bill Fawns, 3.75. (6 boats) MERIT 25—1) Twilight Zone, Paul Kamen, 2.75 points; 2) Chesapeake, Jim Fair, 3.75. (4 boats) NEWPORT 30 — 1) Mintaka, Gerry Brown, 2.75 points; 2) Achates, Bill Schultz, 4.75; 3) Harry, Dick

StFYC Woody Invitational Sixty-two "woodies" (okay, some are actually fiberglass) competed in Saint Francis YC’s annual Woody Regatta on the Cityfront May 4-6. Consisting of a race on Friday afternoon, two on Saturday and one on Sunday — with a lot of partying in between — the popular series remains the biggest event of the year for the wooden boat onedesign crowd. The wind howled throughout the weekend, breaking at least one mast in the Bird fleet and leading to a few expensive fender benders, notably a port/starboard Tbone involving two Folkboats, Freyja (on starboard) and Calante. But when the smoke and the splinters stopped flying, there were no real surprises at the top of each class. "Old gun" Scott Cauchois pulled the Trigger on an 11-boat Bear fleet; Doug

muscles in the unusually large (16 boats) Folkboat class, winning three of four races in that class as part of his warm-up exercises for the upcoming Volvo Regatta. Another of the "boys of summer" we profiled last month, George Degnan, ended up in an unbreakable tie with Don Payan for IOD honors. A highlight of the weekend occurred at Sunday’s champagne awards ceremony, when the masses regaled the popular Degnan with a chorus of "Happy Birthday" (which is easier to sing than Bolero) and presented him with a rib from an old IOD. George turned 78-years-young over the weekend, and appeared to enjoy every windy minute of it. The Knarrs, as usual, sported the biggest (22 boats) and most competitive fleet. Emerging victorious — courtesy of ’89 champ Hans Williams hitting, and subsequently rerounding, the last leeward mark of the last race — was veteran Knarrstar George Rygg on Huttetu. BEAR — 1) Trigger, Scott Cauchois, 5.5 points; 2) Chance, Glenn Treser, 11.5; 3) Circus, Bob Jones,

Aronoff, 7. (11 boats) OLSON 25—1) Pearl, Bill Riley, 1.5 points; 2) Vivace, Bill Riess, 4; 3) Alchemy, Joe Kitterman, 6. (8 boats) OLSON 30 — 1) Bottom Line, Tony Pohl, 2.75; 2) Soul Sauce, Robert McLeod, 3.75; 3) Think Fast!, Albert Holt, 6. (7 boats) RANGER 23 — 1) Twisted, Don Wieneke, 4.75 points; 2) Impossible, Gary Kneeland, 5; 3) Royal Flush, Dan Richardi, 8. (12 boats) RANGER 26 — 1) Onager, John Wales, 2.75 points; 2) MyToy, David Adams, 3.75. (6 boats) SANTANA 22—1) Anemone, Hank Lindemann, 4 points; 2) Soliton, Mark Lowry, 6.75; 3) Carlos, Robert Ward, 7. (9 boats) SANTANA 35—1) Dance Away, Bpb Bloom, 2.75 points; 2) Wide Load, Samuel Bonovich, 6.75; 3) Swell Dancer, Jim Graham, 7. (9 boats) page 157

'Lykken' to weather of 'Hyperactive': the Knarr class remains the strongest of the woodies.

Hamilton’s Oriole rose above the carnage in the shell-shocked Bird class; and Mr. Folkboat, Svend Svendsen, flexed his

12. (11 boats) BIRD — 1) Oriole, Doug Hamilton, 5.75 points; 2) Kittiwake, Lowden Jessup, 7.5; 3) Skylark, John Carapiet, 13. (5 boats) FOLKBOAT — 1) #112, Svend Svendsen, 5.25 points; 2) Thea, Tom Reed, 9.75; 3) Jalina, David Thompson, 11; 4) Galante, Otto Schreier, 17; 5)

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\ Ingrid, Terry Holmes, 27. (16 boats) IOD — 1) (tie) Undine, Don Payan, and Bolero, George Degnan, 6.5 points; 3) Whltecap, Tom Allen, 14. (7 boats) KNARR — 1) Huttetu, George Rygg, 12.75 points; 2) Hyperactive, Hans Williams, 13.75; 3) Benino, Terry Anderlini, 18.75; 4) Silk Purse, Mark Adams, 24; 5) Bedlam, Larry Drew, 32. (22 boats)

Whitbread Report, Leg 6 It was the last leg of the Race, a short one — just 3,800 miles — from Ft Lauder¬ dale to Southampton, England. The brochure said it would be a quick, fast sleigh ride, reaching and running across the North Atlantic in the Gulf Stream. But, as usual, the weather didn’t cooperate. After a great send-off by a couple thousand spectator boats in Ft. Lauderdale, we had a beautiful reach up the East Coast in the Gulf Stream. With a 3 knot current and a good breeze, we averaged 14 knots over the bottom. It was shorts and T-shirt sailing. Silver Bullet, John Delaura’s Santa Cruz

70 from Long Beach, sailed the leg unof¬ ficially, and was quite impressive in the first few days as we sailed in Transpac-like conditions. Bullet was very fast, and was right up with leaders, and they would have finished that way if the wind hadn’t lightened

and come on the nose. As it was, they finished 11th, some 34 hourts behind the' leaders. About half way across the Atlantic we sailed out of the Gulf Stream and into the Labrador Current. The water temperature dropped from 67 degrees to 37 degrees in the space of 30 minutes. The air temperature plummeted also, and a sea fog developed. The cold water was a signal that we were entering iceberg country, and we soon saw one. With the low visibility, it was a tense time aboard Fisher & Paykel, with a constant ice watch on deck. Our quick, easy sail back to England was deteriorating tapidly A low pressure system formed north of the Azores, just ahead of us, and gave us headwinds and cold, rainy weather. It was a slow-moving depression, and stayed just ahead and south of us, the worst possible situation. We had rainstorms and headwinds for the next seven days, all the way to the finish. It was a slow, tough slog, and made the leg seem quite long. The leg was another match race

'Steinlager1 swept the Whitbread, taking home a six-pack of Beefeater First to Finish Trophies.

between Steinlager and ourselves on Fisher & Paykel. Once again — for the sixth time in a row — Steinlager got the best of us,

this time by 36 minutes after 17 days at sea. Merit was third and Rothman’s fourth. Those same four boats have comprised the top four finishers in all the legs, and that was the order of placing overall for the whole Whitbread. It’s been a long, hard race — nine months and over 33,000 miles. I’m tired. But I feel a real sense of accomplishment We did what we set out to do. We raced right around the world, pushing it to the limit all the way; through the Southern Ocean, past Cape Horn, dealing with doldrums, gales, icebergs, and whales. Thanks for putting up with my Whitbread Reports for the past year. It’s been fun. I find it really hard to put down on paper all the things I’ve experienced in the Race. I’ll tell you about it over a beer sometime. — john jourdane ELAPSED ORDER OF FINISH, LEG 6-1) Steinlager; 2) Fisher & Paykel; 3) Merit; 4) Rothman’s; 5) The Card; 6) Belmont Finland II; 7) Fortuna Extra Lights; 8) Fazisi; 9) Union Bank of Finland; 10) Equity & Law II; 11) Silver Bullet (unofficial entry); 12) NCB Ireland; 13) Gatorade; 14) Charles Jourdan; 15) Liverpool Enterprise; 16) Creightons Naturally; 17) L’Esprit de Liberte; 18) Schlussel von Bremen; 19) Rucanor Sport; 20) Maiden; 21) La Poste; 22) British Satquote Defender; 23) With Integrity.

Sled Update Three significant ULDB 70 contests have been held since the Manzanillo/MEXORC festivities back in February. Two, file Ensenada Race and Newport YC’s Ahmanson Series, didn’t count as part of the five race 1990 championship series; California YC’s Cal Cup, however, was a counter (the rest of the sled season consists of the Catalina Race, the Watts Trophy and the Cabo via Guadalupe Race). This year’s Ensenada Race turned out to be the slowest one in the 43 year history of the event "It was ugly," confirmed ULDB Executive Secretary Tom Leweck. Some 40% of the 529 starters tossed in the towel before they crossed the border, but all 12 sleds naturally stuck it out. At dawn — after trading tacks all night — the five front¬ runners were clustered within a few hundreds yards of each other just north of the finish. Taxi Dancer, sailing with a new mast (her fourth) and a new larger keel, nipped Pyewacket (also sporting a new keel) by 38 seconds at the finish. Evolution finished a page 158

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Santa Cruz-Santa Barbara Trophy Winners PHRF A (-66 to 120; 10 boats) 1 Special Edition 2. NewWave 3. Absolute 88

Wilderness 30 Lighthall 30 Wylie 37

Eric Sultan Homer Lighthall Keith MacBeth

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PHRF B (121 to 199; 8 boats) 1. Flying Circus 2. Vamos 3. Saltshaker

Express 27 Express 27 SC 27

Gene Ryley Clark Smith Art Sultan

24:31:08 25:15:10 28:35:24

Olson 40 SC 40

Rick Llnkemeyer Keith Carlson

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Wylie 37 Olson 40

Keith MacBeth Rick Linkemeyer

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Wilderness 30 Lighthall 30 Express 27

Eric Sultan Homer Lighthall Gene Ryley

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2. NewWave 3. Flying Circus

few clicks behind. Eleven sleds sailed in the Ahmanson Series, held in light, shifty conditions off Newport Beach on May 19-20. Santa Cruz 70s swept the top places, with the Bill Peterson-driven Grand Illusion coming out on top. Second was Holua, driven by Bill Menninger, Bob Doughty’s owner-driven Evolution was third, one point ahead of Chance. The following weekend, May 25-27, California YC hosted the ULDB 70s for the five race Cal Cup, the unofficial sled roundthe-buoys championship. Evolution, long overdue for a major victory, finally lit up the scoreboard, posting a convincing win in the moderate air series. Owner Bob Doughty — who has been second in the last two Cal Cups — beat the professionals at their own game, winning both the three boat "owner/ driver" class and the "unlimited" class as well. Complete results follow: CAL CUP — 1) Evolution, SC 70, Bob Doughty/ same, 13.5 points; 2) Taxi Dancer, R/P 68, Mitch Rouse/Ed Lorence, 19; 3) Holua, SC 70, Davis Pillsbury/Bill Menninger, 19.5; 4) Chance, SC 70, Bob McNulty/Dennis Durgan, 21; 5) Grand Illusion, SC 70, Ed McDowell/Bill Peterson, 22; 6) Cheval, N/M 67, Hal Ward/Robbie Haines, 25.75; 7) Blondie, SC 70, Peter Tong/Dave Ullman (charter), 30; 8) Pyewacket, N/M 68, Roy Disney/Ben Mitchell, Jr., 37; 9) Ole, SC 70, Antonio Elias/Tim Lynch, 46; 10) Drum¬ beat, SC 70, Don Ayres/same, 47; 11) Cheetah, Peterson 66, Jay Steinbeck/Steve Grillon (charter), 48; 12) Kathmandu, SC 70, Mick Schlens/ same, 60 (charter). CHAMPIONSHIP POINTS — 1) Grand Illusion, 28; 2) Evolution, 27; 3) Taxi Dancer, 26( 4) Holua, 26; 5) Cheval, 24; 6) Chance, 18; 7) Pyewacket, 15; page 159

8) Silver Bullet, 10; 9) Blondie,,8; 10) Maverick, 6; 10) Ole, 6; 12) Drumbeat, 5; 12) Kathmandu, 5. (After 2 races; 3 to go). Race Notes Stop press! To the disappointment of downwind thrill seekers, the revived Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara Race — held over Memorial Day Weekend — turned out to be a light air contest. Donn Campion’s Merlin was first to finish (Mongoose didn’t start) the 235-mile course in a time of 24 hours, 28 minutes, 52 seconds. Apparently, the inside course was favored and based on the results we saw, little boats cleaned up in the 31boat fleet Eric Sultan’s Special Edition, with Dave Hodges and his 'fest-is-fun' cohorts aboard, was the big winner. Check the Racing Sheet next month for the complete story on this race. Gathering of the gods: According to Don Trask, Saint Francis YC’s 13th annual International Grand Masters Regatta is shaping up to be the best one ever. Scheduled for October 12-14, the invitational regatta will be sailed, as usual, in J/24s by skippers over 55 and crews over 45. Among the luminaries committed to (g)radng the event are the Great Dane, Paul Elvstrom; Bermudian Star legend Durwood Knowles; and Australian 12-Meter/IOR virtuoso Sir James Hardy. Besides a particularly starstudded guest list this year, the Masters Regatta has received another boost: USYRU, for the first time, has "blessed" the event. Previously, USYRU had effectively attempted to wrestle the Masters Regatta away from Saint Francis, followed by an unsuccessful shot at competing with it last summer (that regatta, held in Texas, was a spectacular flop). "USYRU’s endorsement solidifies our

position as the premiere masters regatta in the country, if not the world," claimed Trask. Avalon ho! Fifty-five entries are already paid up for the July 7-8 Oakland to Catalina Race. Early entries include Merlin, Pyewacket, Hana Ho, Zeus, Great Fun, Kotuku, Regardless, Wave Runner and Salty Hotel. Deadline for entries is June 11th (or 150 boats, in the unlikely event that comes first). For more information call Lynn Sparks (351-6888) or Margaret Fago (523-4388). Some upcoming nationals: Wylie Wabbit (June 16-17; Clear Lake; Kim Desenberg, 523-8330), Olson 30 (July 1721; King Harbor YC; Mark Folkman, 213370-5851), Mercury (August 24-26; StFYC; Rax Davis, 324-1311), Hobie 33 (July 913; part of Audi/Yacht Race Week at Whidbey Island, WA); Express 27 (August 31-Sept. 3; part of the NOOD Regatta; Tom Martin, 826-6516); Olson 25 (Sept. 21-23, Bill Riess, 653-9531); and many more. Ooops! Somehow we neglected to mention the winners of Monterey Peninsula’s YC’s 78-mile Ano Nuevo Race back on March 31. Winners of the pleasant race — "a waterline race, not a tactical one", according to race chairman Gene Maly — follow: Class A — 1) Allure, SC 50, Chuck Jacobson, MPYC; 2) Irrational, Peterson 41, Dan Donovan, SCYC; 3) Oaxaca, SC 50, Jim Ryley, SCYC (6 boats). Class B — 1) Saltshaker, SC 27, Art Sutton, MPYC; 2) Wildthing, Express 27, Phil Meyers, SCYC (6 boats). Speaking of Allure, Chuck Jacobson has taken his two-time TransRac class winner north to Puget Sound for the summer. Along with Dick Clark, Harvey Kilpatrick and his usual cast of MPYC characters, Jacobson will race the classic Swiftsure Race over Memorial Day weekend before spending the next four months cruising the San Juan Islands. "We thought we’d try something different," said Kilpatrick. "But we’ll be back next summer: we’re planning to take one last shot at the TransPac before we all get too old!" In the NOOD mood? Don’t forget * Audi/Sai/ing World's National Offshore One-Design Regatta scheduled for August 31-September 3. Hosted by StFYC, the new regatta will offer top-flight racing for the following classes: Express 27, Express 37, J/24, J/29, J/35, Newport 30, Olson 30 and Santana 35. Sounds like a good time to us, though it’s too bad it conflicts with two other really fun events: SBYC’s Jazz Cup and the traditional Windjammer's Race to Santa Cruz. Call StFYC (563-6363) for more info I

on racing in the NOOD. Going for the gold: 14-year-old Richmond YC junior member Rebecca Harris has been selected to fill one of the two "discretionary" slots on the 12-woman team invited to attend early July’s Olympic Festival in Minnesota. Racing will occur in 11-foot Europe Dinghies, the newly selected 'mini-Finn' for women. Rebecca, with some help from her father Woody, recently bought a nearly new Europe Dinghy (US #1) from Seattle — one of approximately 20 in the country — and has been putting in hours of practice (see photo). In addition to the Olympic Festival, the Vacaville eighth grader’s busy summer schedule includes the Europe Dinghy Nationals (Marblehead, June 16-22), the Laser Nationals (Richmond YC, July 20-22) and the El Toro Nationals (Oregon, August 4-10). Eventually, Rebecca would like to represent the U.S. in Europe Dinghies at the Olympics: "We’re shooting for ’92 in Barcelona, Spain," says Woody. "But, realistically, it may not happen until ’96." Sexist event: Fremont Sailing Club’s First Annual Women Only Invitational Regatta occurred on Lake Elizabeth (Fremont) on the blustery afternoon of May 12. Only one contestant, crewmember Joe Rice, was found ineligible by the "verification committee" (their job was to "certify" that all contestants were "verifiably female"). Rice, however, was allowed to crew in the first of the four races, until legal crew arrived (rumors that Rice intends to enroll at Mills College appear unfounded). Winning with straight bullets in the FJ class were Cathy Doering and crew Mary Holton, who wore home sterling silver sailboat bracelets for their efforts. Finishing second and third were Sheila Jones/Ellie Kelly and Toni Leyda/Betsy Borruso. The El Toro fleet was dominated by Richmond YC girls: Faye Menis won, followed by sisters Melina and Daria Moyer. According to former Alamedan Denny Gruidl, who now sells real estate in Florida when not trimming sails on Windquest or Longobarda, the International Fifty-Foot Class is unravelling a bit. From a season high of 18 boats at the first event (Miura, Japan), attendance has sunk to under ten boats at recent regattas. "Insatiable got fed up and left, Will and Tiger (ex-Bengal) are off for the Kenwood Cup, the two Champosas haven’t been heard from since the accident, and Container is heading back to Europe," says Guidl. Meanwhile, the new John Kolius-driven R/P 50 Abracadabra won her second regatta, this one at St. Thomas, over Springbok (Tom Whidden) and

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THE RACING

It was a windy month — riggers loved it; owners hated it. Above, 'Sassenach's' rig augured in during the Jr. Waterhouse Race.

Windquest (John Bertrand). Abracadabra was looking to make it three in a row over Memorial Day Weekend at the Tortola, BVI, event. Tune in next month for results. Man against the sea: A total of 32 skippers, including two women, are entered in the 1990-91 BOC Challenge, the four¬ legged solo around-the-world race scheduled to leave Newport, R.I., on September 15. The entries represent 10 countries, with the U.S. topping the list with 10 participants, followed by France and Britain with five each. Notable entries include the winner of the two previous BOCs, Frenchman Philippe Jeantot; two other recent Globe Challengers, Bertie Reed and Mike Plant; and Cape Horn conqueror Warren Luhrs. With fifteen 60footers entered (the maximum size allowed), Jeantot’s ’86-87 record of 134 days and 5 hours will almost surely fall. "I’m sure the race will be won in a record time of better than 125 days," stated race director Mark Schrader. It just feels right: the Seventh Annual Day on the Monterey Bay Regatta, better known as the United Way Regatta, will take place on August 19 out of Santa Cruz Harbor. Organizers expect a turnout similar to last year, when 85 sailboats and more them 700 sailors participated in this fun benefit regatta for the United Way of Santa Cruz County. A highlight of the day is the reverse raffle, with several major prizes going to the finalists before the main prize, a 1990 red Mazda Miata, is awarded (300 tickets at $100 each will be sold). For more info on this worthwhile event, please call the United Way, (408) 688-2082.

Speaking of Santa Cruz, the second of four Spring One Design Regattas was held on the breezy weekend of May 19-20. We were surprised to learn that only four one design fleets are active in Santa Cruz these days (what happened to the Express 27s and Olson 30s?). Anyway, winners of the four race, no throwout, series follow: Moore 24 — 1) Speedster, Jim Samuels, 12 points; 2) Elena, UCSC, 12.5 (13 boats); SC 27 — 1) Jamie’s Pbny, Brooks/Evans, 7.5 points; 2) Dynaflow, Mark Dini, 13.75 (12 boats); J/24 — 1) Runnin Sweet, Darrel Louis, 5.5 points (5 boats); Santana 22 — 1) (tie) Rick’s Place, Larry Comstock, and For Sure, Eric Petersen, 5.5 points (6 boats). News from the South Bay YRA: 20 boats made the scene for Sequoia YC’s May 12th SBYRA race. Winners of the windy (1825 knots) race follow: Div. A — 1) Spectra, Columbia 45, Hal Wright; 2) Gratia, Catalina 38, Duane Junkin (4 boats); Div. B — 1) Fat Bob, Catalina 38, Robert Lugliani; 2) Solitude, Catalina 38, Clyde Thornly (6 boats); Div. C — 1) Svea, Int. Folkboat, Terry Manchester (3 boats); Div. D — 1) Stregata, Catalina 30, Henry Aldridge; 2) Santana, Santana 22, Ken Brown (7 boats). And news from the North Bay Series: only 11 boats sailed in Benicia YC’s windy 10.9-mile race on May 19. Winning Division A was Freestyle (C&C 33, D. Jones/S. Parker, BenYC); Division B, as usual, went to Sleeper (O’Day 27, G. Cicerello, VYC); and Division C was won by Risky Business (Santana 22, Tom Rolf, VYC). The next North Bay race — which hopefully will be better attended^— will be hosted by Martinez YC on June 16. Go, Forty-niners! The West Marine Pacific Cup has shrunk from 52 entrants to page 160

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49, still quite a respectable number. "We’re really hoping not to lose anyone else," said Pacific Cup spokesman Steve Kyle (if they field more than 48 boats, the Pacific Cup will pass the "other" TransPac in terms of numbers for the first time). Bther way, the large fleet represents a Pacific Cup record, as does the unprecedented $32,000 of goodies that will given away to the participants. Five divisions, all racing under a special Pacific Cup version of PHRF; will take off as follows: July 2 (Group A, i.e., the littlest boats), July 3 (Group B and Doublehanders), July 4 (Group C) and July 6 (Group D). Entries range in size from Bonzi, a Moore 24 in the Doublehanded division, to the sleds Kathmandu and Cheval. Look for a full preview next month. Tale of two islands: Sausalito YC’s annual 10.5 mile Twin Island Race at¬ tracted 22 boats to the Little Harding starting line of April 28. The fun club-members-only race involved picking which way to round Alcatraz and Angel Island, as well as how to skirt the ever-present hole in the lee of Angel Island. Noel "The Professor" Wilson figured out the flood-tide race the best, piloting an Express 27, Mirage, to overall victory. Wilson

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Six teams competed in the team racing competition: 1) Irvine, 10-0; 2) Stanford, 73; 3) Berkeley, 6-4; 4) USC, 4-6; 5) Cal Poly, 3-7; 6) Orange Coast, 0-10. A week earlier in San Diego, all-powerful Irvine also won the Women’s PCCs, followed by Orange Coast, Berkeley, Stanford and four other schools. The top two teams in each event will attend the Nationals at MIT (Cambridge, Mass.) in early June. Irvine, which won the Nationals in ’88 at Richmond YC, should be in the overall hunt, as will defending champ Old Dominion, Navy and Tufts. The Saint Francis Six Meter Syndicate wants your support! Come cheer file home team as our local six-pounder, St. Francis IX takes on Cal YC’s The Bear in the San Francisco Perpetual Challenge Cup on June 31-July 1. This regatta — the oldest match race series on the West Coast — will take place on home waters, as StFYC is the defending champion. John Kostecki and most of his ’89 World Champion crew will sail St. Francis IX; Bengt Hellsten will steer The Bear. If you’re inclined to do more than just cheer, why not enter the Six Meter Syndicate’s Raffle? Proceeds will raise

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Bored with buoy racing? Tired of going to Catalina and Hawaii? How about a race from Ecuador, out around the Galapagos Islands, and back? Such a race is scheduled for September 30, which just about leaves you time enough to pack up the boat and get down to Salinas for the start. Classes include IOR, IMS and a "special regulations ORC class". For some participants, free ocean freight to and from Guayaquil may even be available. Race organizers are also interested in, ahem, knowing more about organizing such a race, such as rules regarding the use of self-steering, radar and so on. For more info, contact Xavier Roca, Box 1227, Guayaquil, Ecuador; FAX (593) 428-6768. Collegiate sailing wrap-up: Stanford and Encinal YC hosted the Collegiate PCCs and team racing championships on May 57. UC Irvine, led by three-time all-American Jamie Malm, won both events impressively. The dinghy championship pitted the top ten California schools (five from the south, five from the north) and Univ. of Hawaii against each other in FJs. Complete results: 1) Irvine, 47; 2) USC, 74; 3) Berkeley, 98; 4) Long Beach, 104; 5) Stanford, 110; 6) Cal

attributed his success to the "courage of his : fearless crew" and their decision to "round the islands in alphabetical order". Other top i finishers: 2) Summertime Dream, /CS 26, Rob Moore; 3) Corsair, Pet. 43, Craig Brown; 4) InfraRed, Dav. 44, Craig Sharrow. page 161

Richmond YC junior Rebecca Harris, future U.S. Olympic Europe Dinghy representative?

Poly, 116; 7) San Diego, 147; 8) Hawaii, 147; 9) Orange Coast, 167; 10) Santa Cruz, 201; 11) Davis, 235.

money for Kostedd’s defense of the Six Meter World Championships in 1991. Tickets are $50 a pop; prizes are a car (or cash), a Mexican cruise and a week in Puerto Vallarta. Drawing closes on August 31 — see the tearsheet on page 37 for full details.

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With reports this month from Chlquita on dog days in La Paz; from Greedy Gringo dreams in Mexico; from Topaz enjoying the splendors and baths of Turkey; from Weatherly on tl^e great stuff to be found on the shortwave frequencies; from Europa '92 headquarters on the Around the World Cruiser’s Rally; from Bethyl in sunny Seville; from Carol Post’s Hawaiian Eye; from Barbara’s Song on the passage from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica; and — as always — Cruise Notes.

Chiquita The Boatyard Dog Abaroa’s Shipyard La Paz, Baja California Sur It’s hard to believe, but I’ve been the boatyard dog here at Abaroa’s yard for six years. Maybe even more, I can’t remember. It’s been my pleasure to greet all the cruisers during that period. I don’t know what’s better, making new friends or seeing old ones. Summers down here are the lean times, of course, for a dog relying on handouts, so you can imagine how happy I always am with the arrival of winter and a new season. Thanks to the good chow from visiting boats, it doesn’t take me long to get plump and happy again. Cruisers are sure helpful when you’re in trouble. When I got hit by a car some cruisers took me to the vet to get checked out and have x-rays taken. Thankfully I didn’t have any broken bones — but oh how I hurt! I was cared for and pampered until I could get around again by myself. Cruisers picked up my vet bill, too. I still love to join cruisers for Happy Hour, a party, a ride in a 'Baja Cruiser' or even just a walk downtown. The other day

"/ may have big floppy ears, but the cruisers still love me."

I went to town with the captain of Sparkle. Unfortunately, he had many errands to do and my short little legs got plum tuckered

out. But he was good enough to get a taxi, tell the driver where I lived, and send me on my way. I rode back to the yard in style! It sure beat walking; I may have to try that ploy again. If any of you are coming down this way, stop by and say hello. I’m easy to recognize: brown and white with big floppy ears, a long tail and a winning^ smile. — chiquita the dog'2/7190 Readers — Chiquita’s thoughts were interpreted by Lorraine of Clipper de Haro. The 'Greedy Gringo' Survey Allegro — Formosa 46 Anne Piaul & Dick Hyatt (Lake Oswego, Oregon) Sometimes during calms at sea, minds begin to wander. While motoring at sunrise on a track from Banderas Bay (Puerto Vallarta) to Mazatlan, I began to winder what impact a sudden but serious infusion of cash — say $10,000 — would have on cruisers. Would they stay in Mexico? Would they still go back to the States and work, perhaps even in establishments where shoes were required? Or would the money insure enough time, equipment, guts, peanut butter and dry drink mixes to get to the Marquesas and beyond. (All the 'kidcruisers' tell us that everyone is headed to the South Pacific.) In any event, I went around Sea of Cortez Sail Week and asked cruisers the following question: "If you had access to $10,000 in U.S. funds this week and a way to get purchases delivered free (and duty free) from anywhere, what would you buy and where would you sail?" The following are their answers fleshed out into sentence form: Charlie Mead, 62, Expotition, Lancer 30. "I’d use the money to buy food and booze, a watermaker, a single sideband radio, a larger main engine, a larger dink engine, and a one-way plane ticket for my girlfriend. If there was any money left, I’d put it in pesos and enjoy life. My cruising plans would remain the same; Sea of Cortez, Z-Town and Costa Rica. Hal & Patsy Ball, Van Dyke, 48foot Cascade ketch. 'We’d buy a watermaker, GPS, radar and storm sails.

Our plan has been to cruise the Sea of Cortez until November, spend a year in Costa Rica, transit the Canal for a couple of years in the Caribbean, then maybe do the Intracoastal Waterway before returning to the best parts of the Caribbean. Nancy, 54, Silvan II, Bristol Channel Cutter. "I wouldn’t make any changes in my plans to sail to the Tidewater, Maryland area of the Chesapeake Bay, but I would delay it about two years. What I’d like to do is buy a not-too-big R.V. and hire a team to drive it and me around the United States for two years. I’ve travelled across the United States 36 times and have never had time to tour any of the states between Nevada and'Maryland!" Dick Southworth & Teri Unger, Genesis, Niagara 35, Alameda. 'We’d use the money to buy a larger dinghy engine, page 162

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bail out of a larger, well-equipped boat. Then we’d head for Costa Rica." Gaye Hancock, 30something, Defiance, Santa Cruz 40. "First off, I’d fly all my friends and pets to La Paz, where we’d have a big party jvith plenty of pihatas and fresh water showers. Then I’d take scuba and sailboarding lessons. Then I’d continue to cruise the Sea of Cortez, spending the rest of my 'new' money on a downpayment toward a house overlooking the sea and slip fees for the boat. Then hopefully some of my California lottery tickets would come through to pay off the mortgages." Doug & Nancy Manheimer, Halcyon, True North 34. "We’d buy a weatherfax, SSB, watermaker — and a lot of cruising time. We’ll spend the season in Mexico and then head west. Mike Leonard, Serendipity, Flicka 20, Arizona. "If I got ten grand I’d buy a Magellan GPS, dump my kid, kidnap the blond I met at Baha Haha, and go cruising with the other $7500." Reg & Julie Russell, Metheus, DownEast 38, Seattle. "Having cruised for almost a year now, we have' definitely decided to continue on. Our wish list for the great adventure includes a watermaker, roller furling, a hank-on light air gennaker, and one 'must'": an electric or hydraulic windlass. A GPS would be great if there was any money left, but we’ll make it anyway." Don & Jan Perkins, Perkee Too, 25-ft Bayliner, La Paz and San Jose. 'We’d use all the money to have an escalator built so that when we came to Partida for Sail Week we could get to shore at low tide without getting our feet wet." Lise Pardy, Lisette, Corbin 39, Alberta & British Columbia. "I’d use my share to extend my South Seas cruise. My husbahd and kids would be permitted to come along if they had the desire." Russell, Endless Summer, Gulfstar 50, San Diego. "I’d use the money to have Tahitian girls dancing nightly." Melissa, Endless Summer, Gulfstar 50, San Diego. "I’d use the money to catch flights out of any port whenever I felt like it — without the children or my husband." Rene and Marie Falcon, Wanderer, 34-foot teak sloop. "We’d leave the boat in Santa Rosalia again, as planned, and join our amigos Glen and Mayless of Mariah on their vacation to Europe. They’re starting in Amsterdam and going down through the

canals of France." Hector Escudero Jr., Dulcinea, Columbia 26, La Paz. "I’d use the money to buy a bigger boat." Peter & Tayna Cooper, Anduril, Yamaha 30, Vancouver. 'We would buy a larger boat so we could cruise the Sea of Cortez instead of having to leave our boat at the West Vancouver YC and be guests aboard Tethys." Siouxee Campbell-Taber, Redwood Coast II, Marples 44-foot trimaran, Santa Cruz. "I would divide the money equally between the boat cruising kitty, my 16-year old son Jesse, my 10-year old daughter Meriah, my husband Don and myself." Warren & Jean Chandler, over 35, Conary, Westsail 32, Redondo Beach. Our wish list includes an electric windlass, a dink/outboard combination that planes, refrigeration, a roller furling headsail and a liferaft. In any event, we’ve found we like cruising and will spend a year in the Sea of Cortez before heading for either the South Pacific, Hawaii or Costa Rica." Bob, Barbara and Rana, 38, 37 & 6, Tararisa, Westsail 28, Seattle. We’d probably sell this boat, as sweet as she is, and buy a bigger one. Barring that, we’d invest most of the money to build up the kitty for future cruising and exploring in the Sea of Cortez. Anne Paul, Allegro, Peterson 44, Lake Oswego, Oregon. "We’d buy an autopilot for the light winds we’ve found down here, as well as more batteries, a wind generator and an invertor. — anne paul 417190 Topaz — C&C 38 Bob Peterson & Fay Ainsworth Lyon, France (San Francisco & Seattle)

The C&C 38 'Topaz\ anchored next to her very own Turkish ruin.

When thinking over our voyage of 1989 — while savoring the best cuisine and wines of the world — we were almost amazed to realize that we are actually still in Europe! (France is a dream from which we’d hate to wake up!) But consider that after leaving Thailand on January 3, 1989, we sailed over 8,095 nautical miles across the Indian Ocean, up the Red Sea, and halfway across the Mediterranean to Nice. We did it in only 10 months, visiting 12 countries with Topaz and three others by car. Viewed in either of these latter two terms, it seems like an impossibly arduous dream. The fact is, our travels have seemed leisurely. We only spent 44 nights at sea. Yes, we must confess to having motored more than 730 hours — but mostly between Turkey, Greece, Italy and France, and mostly because of the Med’s notoriously fickle winds. To review the last year, Topaz left Lamaca Marina (Cyprus) on June 1, 1989 and motorsailed north overnight to check in at Kemer, Turkey. The government marina there is a beautiful, modem facility — the swimming pool was a boat length from our transom — surrounded by towering, snowcapped mountains. As would be the case with all government marinas in Turkey, prices were quoted in German marks since inflation was ravaging the Turkish lira. But given Kemer’s 'concrete block' style architecture, could this really be exotic Turkey? Well, not the 'real' Turkey. This was the 'tourist Turkey', built as efficiently as possible to serve the German tourists. After the season ends, Kemer simply shuts down until the next year’s influx of sunseekers arrive. Nonetheless, the page 164

marina was a safe place to leave Topaz while we rented a car and drove inland. All of the anchorages along Turkey’s scenic Turquoise coast were superb, relatively uncrowded and usually about I three hour’s sail / motor apart. Early each i morning we would leave secluded coves like Cavus Lymin or Sineviz Lymin, having been awakened by the tinkle of bells from wandering goat herds. Feta cheese on the hoof! Each little anchorage would have at least one small restaurant serving the numerous charter yachts and Turkish gulags — those 80-foot motorized charter boats. At first glance, a gulag looks like a romantic Old World ketch. Upon closer i. inspection, we found that most of them didn’t have any sails under their permanently rigged sun-awnings! These local boats were definitely set up for 'Med ;i sailing', which is when the wind, if any, is fi always on the nose. (During our four months in Turkey and Greece, we encountered very little ij wind. Somehow we seemed to miss the i meltemi terror — frequent 30 to 50-knot g winds — encountered by boats heading north through the Aegean. Sometimes these ; violent winds create such rough seas that even the inter-island ferries remain in port. There was one occasion when Topaz f really got hit with a meltemi; this while sailing along the south (lee) coast of ’ Mykonos, that most famous of Greek islands for hedonistic nudists. We were probably gazing at the sunworshipers on H that rock-covered shore when the first big i gust hit No problem; reef the main, roll in ij the jib and hoist the staysail. Hum, still too much sail. Add another reef. Since the wind continued to build to 35/ 40, 45 knots and more, we dropped the staysail. ! Topaz still flew at over 7 knots under the

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triple-reefed main! Fortunately the frothcovered seas remained relatively flat because of the short fetch from shore. And luckily we only had to cover two exhilarating miles before reaching our anchorage at Ornos Bay. So while our personal meltemi experience was short-lived and fun, it nevertheless served as a powerful reminder never to underestimate the power of nature.) If asked to name our favorite places in Turkey, we’d have to begin with Kisneli Adasi near Fokkaya Liman. Here we were anchored adjacent to our very own Byzantine ruin, the vaulted arch of an old church. Since the very small, shallow cove provided room for just one lucky boat, we secured two stern lines to nearby rocks and happily waved to the photographing tourists passing by. Other 'don’t miss' spots included Kas, Kalkan and Kekova Road, the latter with with its midieval castle dominating a quaint Turkish village. All these anchorages, incidentally, are easily reached by bareboat from Marmaris. This makes them wonderfully accessible for charterers, which unfortunately is why they are so crowded during the summer. Turkey is home, of course, to the Turkish Bath. It was at the charming town of Fethiye that Bob took a bath and encountered a masseur who must have thought his tip would be in proportion to the pain he inflicted! While waiting for my

bath attendant, I walked through the women’s section, past the empty changing rooms and into the marble-covered steam

room. Still waiting, I toured the soaping section, where huge bubble-covered sponges glistened under the star-shaped skylights of the domed mosaic ceiling. When my attendant finally appeared, it was with a lewd smile. He didn’t appeal to me, so I left without the bath. The entire area around Boynuz Buku, which is near Fethiye, is a plethora of picturesque coves. We sampled several. Some were very deep, like 22 Fathom Cove and Wall Bay, but didn’t appear nearly so because the water was so clear. Just to the north, at Ekincik Bay, we met up with our Sausalito friends, Bud and Diana Gilson, aboard their beautiful Tayana 55, Diana. Together we negotiated a low 'budget cruiser’s' group price ($50 versus the normal $95 'special tourist' rate) with the local tour boat cooperative for their full day shallow draft boat trip up the Canos River to see the ancient mins, view the hand-carved rock tombs in the cliffs above the river and splash in the rejuvenating hot spring mud baths. The Turks are true entreprenuers. At lunchtime our boat driver docked at one of the riverside restaurants, telling us about the wonderful food. Right — at 'wonderful' tourist prices, too! We smiled and then seven of us walked through the empty It was at Mykonos that 'Topaz" had her brief encounter with a 'meltemi'.

restaurant to find the local doner kebab with yogurt stand. For the equivalent of a U.S. dollar each, we enjoyed a delicious

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meal by bringing our take-outs into the neighboring tavema to join the locals quaffing beer and raki. From Antalya to Istanbul, food in Turkey was a real bargain. — bob & fay 4/11/90 Readers — Well have more on Bob & Fay’s adventures in the Med in the next issue. Shortwave Listener’s Guide Weatherly — Cape Carib 33 Ken Lydell La Pa B.C.S. I recently compiled the following 'Shortwave Listener’s Guide' for folks in La Paz; it should be no less applicable in Cabo San Lucas or enroute to Mexico. Because television so completely dominates American media, a lot of people preparing for a cruise are unaware of shortwave as a source of news and entertainment. TV sets and VCRs seem to be standard equipment for many cruisers, but they don’t provide much satisfaction in Mexico. My guide provides the following useful information: a sample of broadcasts, a recommended listener’s guide and a recommended portable receiver. And it’s not written by Gordon West or a radio hobbyist It can be argued that ignorance is bliss and all that, frankly, I found the Romanian revolution to be a lot more entertaining than any Happy Hour crowd I’ve ever encountered at a bar in Mexico. This last year was a fascinating in terms of international affairs; regrettably most cruisers in Mexico missed it. True, some think Romania is a kind of cheese or a variety of lettuce, but for those who know the difference, a shortwave receiver and a listener’s guide could have provided a lot of satisfaction.

A Shortwave Listener’s Guide News and entertainment in English is provided by the international radio broadcasting services of over 60 countries. English language programs are available to listeners in La Paz virtually every waking hour of every day. All of the major broadcasts can be heard as well as dozens of minor services such as those provided by Turkey or the Republic of South Africa. For more complete information, I suggest acquiring a current Passport To World Radio or the comparable guide published by die Amateur Radio Relay League. Both

publications can be found wherever ham radio equipment is sold. To receive international broadcasts, use the AM setting on your shortwave receiver or transceiver. As propagation is affected by whether it is night or day for die listener or the broadcaster, or for both or neither, certain frequency ranges or bands work better at various times of the day. Propagation conditions are also subject to seasonal variations and some broadcasts change frequency or schedule during the summer. If reception is poor on one recommended frequency, try another. Two other factors influencing your reception are solar activity and the quality of your receiver. There is not much that we can do about the former. Sometimes electromagnetic 'weather’ is just poor. But there is a great difference in the quality of various receivers. I use a Sony ICF-2010 which is generally recognized as the best portable made. I use a simple wire antenna hoisted to the spreaders on a flag halyard and routed through a port; nothing fancy at all. Even if you have a low quality receiver, you should still get the stronger signals. If you are anchored near a ham operator with an itchy thumb, you can expect interference on all frequencies when he transmits. Since there are so many programs that can be heard in La Paz, I have only included those of greatest interest to the greatest number. I have omitied music stations as the fidelity of most receivers leaves much to be desired. Those listed contain the kinds of information you expect to get in a good daily newspaper or weekly magazine such as Macleans or Time. This guide is meant to be brief and

The proposed mule fur Tump® ‘92V CmkeFs Amuod ike World Bally. introductory. If you have a shortwave receiver gathering dust or a ham rig you only use for talking, you might want to consider listening to some of the broadcasts listed. Where possible, I’ve tried to provide a choice of programs and frequencies for most of the day. You will note that I have included Radio Moscow. Once a dull propaganda outlet, it does a lot of straight news now — much of it critical of the Soviet Union. It’s worth a listen if you have an interest in the current turmoil in the USSR. If I could listen to only one hour of programming a day, it would be Radio Nederland. It is very good with a strong signal relayed through the Dutch Antilles. However, their Sunday program is atrocious so I listen to Radio France International instead. Please note that all times given in the schedule are local time for La Paz. Mexico does not use Daylight Savings Tune. For UTC, add seven hours. That works every day of the year for the Sea of Cortez. — ken lydell Europa 92 Cruiser’s Rally 'Round The World If you’re looking to cruise or race your boat around the world but don’t want to be alone, you might consider the Europa 92 'Round the World Rally 1991-1992'. The following information was lifted from their brochure: "The first round the world rally for cruising yachts will leave Europe in January of 1991. Following the success of their page 166

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transatlantic rallies, the organizers of ARC (Atlantic Rally for Cruisers) and TRANSARC (Transatlantic Rally to Europe) will stage a similar event around the world in 1991/92. Yachts taking part in Europa 92 will fulfill a worldwide mission of goodwill heralding the dawn of a Europe without frontiers. Starting on 6 January 1991 from either Gibraltar or one of the ports in the

Europe via the Torres Straits, Singapore, the Red Sea and Mediterranean. Europa 92 will return to its starting point in April 1992, having covering a total of 23,000 miles divided into 18 legs. As Europa 92 is planned as a round the world rally, time has been allowed to give participants the opportunity to sail in some of the world’s prime cruising areas between the finish of one leg and the start of the next. In several places organized tours will be arranged, such as the Galapagos, Vanuatu, the highlands of Plapua New Guinea and Egypt. The fleet will spend longer times in five key locations: Antigua; Tahiti; Tonga/Fiji; Darwin and Singapore, most all of Which have good air links with Europe and North America so as to make crew changes easier and also give some participants the chance to return home for business commitments. The transiting of the Panama Canal will be organized in two groups, with each group assisting the other as line handlers. Europa 92 is open to monohulled boats from 40 to 80 feet LOA, which will be divided into three classes (40-50 feet;

allowed, and racing divisions, in which the use of an engine for propulsion will not be permitted. Prizes and trophies will be awarded on corrected time for each of the 18 legs. Results will be based on the ARC handicap system. A point system will be used to decide overall winners. Because of the limited capacity of some of the ports enroute, the organizers will accept only 50 entries. It’s hoped that each of the 12 members of the European Community will be represented. In order to preserve the amateur status of the rally, commerical sponsorship will not be allowed, although the organizing committee may accept entries from yachts supported by clubs, boatbuilders or charitable organizations. Owners will be allowed to charter during the rally. As a large United States participation is envisaged, there will be two feeder races; from Miami in February of 1991 and San Diego in April of 1991, joining the main fleet in Panama and the Marquesas respectively. To allow American participants to complete their circumnavigations, there will be a final leg to New York in May 1992. Alternatively, United States

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Columbus’ voyage of discovery. America 500 will take place in the autumn of 1992 and will start from southern Spain. Europa 92 is organized by World Cruising Ltd, a company specializing in international sailing events and organizers of the ARC and TransArc rallies. Hundreds of yachts take part in these transatlantic rallies every year and the ARC is now the largest transocean event in the world." Thus concludes the Europa 92 handout. A little background on World Cruising Ltd, which basically is Jimmy Cornell.’ Four years ago Cornell, who had escaped from Romania to make a 60,000-mile circumnavigation with his wife and two children, hit upon a previously untapped market when he organized the first-ever Atlantic Rally for Cruisers for the 2,700mile Canary Islands to Barbados tradewind passage. Everyone, Cornell included, was stunned when more than 200 boats signed up for the Rally, making it the largest transoceanic 'race' in history.

The social events, such as this costume party in the Grand Canaries, are popular parts of cruiser rallies.

Buoyed by the success of the ARC, a TransArc Reilly back to Europe was announced. For whatever reason, it has

never been much of a success, with onlys about 10 entries each year. The number of participants in the mainstay ARC has also declined each year since the first Rally in 1987. This year’s ARC was also roundly criticized by the Northern California sailors aboard Na/u N and Tamarac II. Both crews thought it was too expensive, that Cornell’s company was perhaps profiting excessively, and that much of what was promised was not delivered. The Jessies aboard Na/u IV were particularly put off by what they felt was Cornell’s refusal to accept any, responsibility when there were snafus. "If anything went wrong," they told Latitude, "Cornell would spend more time saying it wasn’t his fault than trying to fix it." The ARC finish line, incidentally, has been moved for this year’s Rally (the start is November 25 in Gran Canaria) from Barbados to St. Lucia. Cornell had become disenchanted with Barbados (which reportedly had given him a flat sum of many thousand dollars each year to finish the event on their island), because they were unable or unwilling to build a marina to play host to the finish of the event. Rodney Bay, St. Lucia, whose marina and boatyard facilities are owned by sailor Arch Marez of Santa Cruz, is the new finish line. The word is that they have promised to have an additional 100 slips ready at their fine facility by the finish of the Rally next Christmas. We are by no means trying to discourage anyone from signing up for Europa 92, the America 500, the ARC or TransArc. A lot of sailors have enjoyed fire events and we’re certain will continue to enjoy the ones in the future. However, potential entries should know that these rallies are for profit and that not all participants feel they got their money’s worth. For further details on the Europa 92 and other rallies, write World Cruising Ltd., POB 165, London WC1B 5LA England. The phone number printed with the brochure was not operational when we called. — latitude 38 Bethyl — N/A Gary & Gayle Wiens Sevilla, Espana (Brentwood) Talk about dedicated Latitude 38 lovers and dedicated yachties! Fred

Brutschy of San Francisco (his Nepenthe is presently in Jacksonville, Florida) just flew here to Seville bringing us the latest four issues of Latitude. My wife Gayle and I first met Fred and his wife Butch at Las Hadas, Mexico in the spring of 1986. Although I’d never seen Fred before, 1 asked if he might bring me back some stuff from West Marine when he went to San Francisco. We were in a non-mariana mood because we were in a hurry to get to Acapulco, where we, the Cruising Class of '86, later gathered. We not only got our order from Fred, we developed a lasting friendship. Eventually we would travel and cruise thru Costa Rica, Panama, Honduras, Guatemala, Belize and the east coast of Mexico with Fred and Butch — as well as other friends such as Dr. Lloyd Milburn and Jeanie on the San Francisco-based Mariposa and Harry and Mary Giveaways on the Elko, Nevada-based Artemisia. Our great adventures included visiting the 'Blue Hole' of Belize, Honduras' Bay of Islands and doing the so-called race from Colon, Panama to San Andreas Island, Columbia. We last’ Saw Fred and Butch on our way from Isla Mujeres to Key West in May of 1988. From the^e we did the ICW up to Washington and Baltimore, then returned

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to Florida for a haul-out, blister cure and other work. After running up on a reef in the Bahamas, we returned to Fort Lauderdale to haul out again and repair the minor damage. In the summer of '89 we crossed the Atlantic to Seville via Bermuda, the Azores, Cape Finisterre and the west coasts of Spain and Portugal, including the Algarve. Gayle had to return home near San Francisco to take care of elderly parents. She, Fred and Butch got together, and that’s when Fred decided to 'help out' by bringing the Latitudes to Spain along with some other parts Gayle had picked out. fired has a long history of helping out in this manner. While in Central America he was always flying back to San Francisco, and gladly returning with things his fellow yachties needed. We would like to recommend Fred and Butch for Roving Reporter t-shirts for being dedicated Latitude lovers and being dedicated to the cruising community. Fred’s a big guy with a heart to match; he’d take an extra large. Butch is a generous person to give up her time with Fred so that he can do all this. She, who could probably win any of those wet t-shirt contests, would probably take a medium. As for our other friends, Lloyd and

While English Harbor, Antigua may be overrun with huge motoryachts, it remains primarily a sailor's port.

Jeanie are in Venezuela and at last report having a great time. Unfortunately, Harry and Mary lost Artemisia at Culebra when she was totally destroyed by hurricane Hugo in September of '89. Our hearts go out to them; we hope they’ll be able to join this crazy cruising life again soon. Our favorite places so far? The Rio Dulce, Antigua, Guatemala, Horta, the Azores and Sevilla. The Portuguese are the most friendly people, especially in the Azores. PS. We’d like to welcome Dick Southworth and Terry Enger to the cruising world. We loved the picture of them in the March issue, the one with Dick hanging upside down. We figure he was doing that because he was still so excited from having sold us our last two boats while working at Farallone Yachts in Alameda. — gary & gayle 4/1/90 Hawaiian Eye Carol Post Waterfront Postal Center (Honolulu, Hawaii) Queen Ester, a 44 foot steel ketch with Brent and Debbie Baker and daughter

Connie, left Honolulu on March 1 for Palmyra. They enjoyed their three weeks there with Flambouyant, Euenstar, Antaia and Dione II so much that they decided to continue on to Canton Island. Including babies, there were just 32 people on the island, all of them friendly. The Bakers had to cut their stay short at three weeks when Debbie had to be stitched up after a pretty serious incident with the wind generator. The Coast Guard Buoy Tender Sassafras, which was in the area, assisted with the emergency care and recommended them move on to the L.B.J. (remember him?) Medical Center in Fkgo Pago. Deciding it was easier to kept going then beat back to Hawaii, the Bakers sailed to Samoa. Gary 'Jack' Pione and Nini Kyi left Honolulu aboard their Rawson 30 Shakola for Kiribati, Tonga, Fiji and New Caledonia. Having sailed over from Newport Beach in 1988, Pione’s advice for those who follow in his path is: "If you’re patient and have good cheer, Hawaii will be handed to you on a silver platter. So slow down and enjoy the Islands." Words to live by. Sjovind, a 34-foot gaff ketch that was purchased in La Paz by K.S. Kolacy, left Honolulu in mid March and is on her way to her new homeport of Port Townsend by way of Nawiliwili and Hanalei Bay, Kauai. The boat’s passage from Mexico to Hawaii vl/as slow, but included a stop at Isla Clarion. Although restricted to one bay by the military, they enjoyed the stop on their way to Hilo. Clark Mundy has been crew. Gary and Marilyn Jones have been enjoyed the Islands with Misty Lady, their Alajuela 33, since sailing over from San Diego in 1988. They made one trip to Palmyra and Fanning islands. They like the people and anchorages of Fanning so much that they headed back on May 6. Les Parsons and Suzan Reiley sailed the Cascade' 36 Sunrise from their J?omeport of Seattle to Acapulco to Honolulu, arriving in the Islands in late April. After cruising the Hawaiian Islands they’ll continue on to the South Pacific. The following is a list of some of the boats that have been seen at the Hawaii YC: Marleebree, a 90-footer that had left Santa Barbara in March of this year, Kihoe, whose Lee and Sue Davis left Los Angeles in December of '89 and who will be continuing on to Alaska; Devine Decadence, which recently arrived from the Panama Canal; Gone, a Morgan Out-Island

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41 that Don Reed singlehanded over from Mission Bay in 1989 and is now on the way to Fiji; Sinu-k-tam, which after leaving Auckland has visited Tahiti, Hawaii, Alaska and the west coast of the United States and Mexico, the Marquesas, Tahiti and Samoa, is now on her way back to Auckland; and Lou Lou Bird, which after leaving San Francisco in June of 1988 has been to Hawaii, Samoa, Fiji and Australia. Out-of-area boats seen at the Ala Wai: October Moon, Super T, Accubesh . (from San Francisco), Power Play, Madam, Vita Nova (from San Francisco), Phoenix and Ocean Angel. Other sightings: Spokes Star in Hilo; Heart Strings with Mike Mullen in Palmyra; Foxy Lady II, an Ericson 35 with Janet, Brian and Brian, Jr. in Tonga awaiting engine and steering parts; Serendipity with Tom at Palmyra; Twa, with Gregg and Leslie Olson in Fiji; and Ocean Quest, with Carl, in Pago Pago. And lastly, Doug and Sheri Vann made the 960-mile passage to Palmyra in 5 days and 21 hours aboard their red Farr 43, Tiare. They owners of Palmyra went along with them as crew. They reported a fun passage with lots of fish. Vann has always been skilled deep water fisherman. — carol post 5/15/90 Barbara’s Song — C&C 61 Ketch Crewman Peter Gibson Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica (Sausalito) My friend Ray Kuhn (a lady) and I just returned from delivering Kurt and Barbara Hirschfeld’s C&C 61 from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica, the first leg in bringing the boat to San Francisco Bay. By the time this sees print in June, the boat will probably have been in a Sausalito marina for a nearly a month. In addition to helping with the delivery, I did a couple of races on the boat; the Daytona to Bermuda Transat last year and the Lauderdale to Key West Race this year. I decided to write this account of our delivery because we spent quite a bit of time looking for information on the route — and not finding it. John Raines Cruising Ports, California to Florida covers going the other way, but has nothing on Jamaica and the Windward Passage between Cuba and Haiti. The latter is renowned for heavy winds, a reputation we’d be willing to vouch for.

Our route took us due east out of Lauderdale and north of Bimini to Great Stirrup Cay, which is the first anchorage in the Berry Islands. Crossing the Gulfstream had been like entering the Gate on a full ebb with heavy winds. We had lots of breeze, sloppy seas and had to steer a course of 100° just to make 80°. Continuing on, we turned southeast to go outside of Eleuthera and Cat Island, and motored through dead calm seas to Rum Cay just inside of San Salvador. What a great anchorage! Five miles by nine miles, Rum Cay has just 70 inhabitants, beautiful clear water and lots of conch at Kay’s Bar, the only restaurant. We picked up the leading^ edge of a Norther at Rum Cay and had a super ride: 600 miles in 3V2 days to Montego Bay, Jamaica. It blew 40 knots and the 12 to 15 foot seas were as sloppy as they get. The waves rose out of nowhere and had no real direction. Oh, for those beautiful Pacific swells! We had waves breaking over the stern and sides, sometimes filling the cockpit. Now I know why the northbound boats all go around the western tip of Cuba.. Several ships passed us during this blow, not a single one of which we could

'Slim', a canal pilot, and BMW Robert Flowerman of Sausalito take 'Silver Bullet through the Panama Canal.

raise on the radio. It was scary since we had to alter course a couple of times to prevent being run down by them — even though they were going in the same direction! The Montego Bay YC at Montego Bay, Jamaica is a great place to stop to refuel, take on water — and of course enjoy a few Red Stripe beers and some Appleton’s Rum. There’s even a nude beach just 100 yards behind the club. While there I ran into a man I used to sail with on Larry Carr’s Lightning; I hadn’t seen the guy in 12 years. He’s going to do the Europa 92 'Round the World Rally', for which 70 boats are said to already be signed up. While in Montego we were also asked for copies of Latitude 38. "That magazine you have out there," is the way a Connecticut woman described it. From Jamaica we had a beautiful broad reach to the Canal. Although we had intended to reach the Canal during the day, we made such fast time that we approached the breakwater at night. What a sight that was! Even from miles out to sea the lights of so many anchored ships page 170

was blinding. I suggest that sailors don’t make this approach at night without radar. We never did see the Sea Buoy and probably couldn’t have made it in without the radar. Once inside the breakwater, 1 anchoring in the flats near the Panama YC, where a number of other yachts were i, waiting to clear, didn’t present any : particular problems. I’m not the first person to report that it’s just plain unwise for anybody to go i beyond the yacht club and Immigration into Cristobal. This is one dangerous place. The day we were there a yachtie got cut I up in town. I also suggest that an agent be :j hired for a few bucks to take care of the : paperwork. David Kennedy at the Armchair i Sailor in Sausalito has some good ij information and numbers to call. It’s up to the Port Captain to decide when you transit and with what boats. ! Cleared for the Canal in one day, we had ' 40-footers rafted on each side of us and ii joined 10 other sailboats for a three-day transit, including a stop at Lake Gaturi. t Every boat has to take on a pilot, all of whom speak English. Ours was a/ young ;i woman who had recently graduated from i the Maritime Academy of New York. Each boat is also required to have (4) 100-foot

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lines and good line handlers. You can hire people to do this job or work a deal with other owners who need to bring their boats through. One English fellow kept going back and forth through the Canal helping with lines in return for a bunk and free food; he was waiting for a boat to come along that would give him a ride home. There were still bullet holes to be seen in the buildings of Balboa when we transited in March, and it was unnerving to see fully armed jets flying overhead. We arrived at the Balboa YC (they spell it Yatch Club1) the day after the army eased restrictions for letting the troops go off the bases. One soldier told me their job had been to go out into the jungle and look for Noriega’s men, but that they really spent their time picking bananas and papayas and watching the monkeys. The yacht dub turned out to be a hohum kind of place with Imperial Beer, some decent local rum, good cheeseburgers and moorings. A sticker on a beer machine read 'Silver Bullet was here’; in fact we saw John DeLaura’s Santa Cruz 70 and her mostly Northern California crew on the Pacific side of the Canal. Fuel and water are available at the club except on Thursday and Friday. There are good supermarkets nearby, but make sure you take a taxi to get to them. The Canal sure is an interesting place. On the Caribbean side the tides are measured in inches while on the Pacific side, which is only 50 miles away, there are 20-foot tides. Can anyone explain it? A couple of other tid-bits: The Panama Canal is not due south of Texas, as a lot of people think, but almost exactly due south of Miami. Some sailors are aware that when you go from the Pacific side of the Canal to the Atlantic side you actually are going from east to west; pull out a map and you’ll see. But here’s a stumper: Both the Panama Canal and San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica, are south of Caracas, the capital of Venezuela. We’d read about the hundreds of uninhabited islands off Panama that are said to be so great for cruising. We stopped at some and they are indeed fabulous — except for one thing. The ones we stopped at were shark-infested; I know from first-hand experience. That’s another story, but suffice it to say my nickname is now 'Sharkbait1. It was between these uninhabited islands of Panama and Golfito, Costa Rica 7

that we saw an amazing display of lightning. We ended up going through rain storms with lightning all around us. The several nights of pyrotechnics were unnerving to say the least. Raines' book does a good job of covering the anchorages on the west coast from Costa Rica to California except in a couple of places. Bahia de Golfito is steamy hot and not much of a place except to get food, fuel and water. However across the bay is Whitey’s Jungle Club, a thatched-roof bar and restaurant that serves good cheeseburgers, cold beer and has Howler Monkeys to keep you awake at night. In addition to having good holding ground, it’s also possible to clear in to Costa Rica here instead of Puntarenas, which is shallow. There are lots of good anchorages on the Pacific side of Costa Rica, the people are great and the country is beautiful. Like Jamaica, Costa Rica is on the malaria list and we were warned in all the books

After covering many miles, 'Barbara's Song1 is in a reflective mood at one of the islands off the Pacific coast of Panama.

about mosquitos and no-see-ums. We’re happy to say we never saw or felt any. The other anchorage not mentioned

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anywhere is at Bahia Baliena on the south end of the Nicoya Peninsula. For southbound boats, this is the first and probably best anchorage after crossing the Gulf of Papagayo. The calm bay is several miles across and surrounded by a beautiful beach and palm trees. There’s also a public pier next to the Tango Mar Bahia Bar and Restaurant. Owned by a gringo named Max Trail, the Tango Mar monitors channels 6 & 7, and has moorings, showers, fuel and water. There’s also good fishing, inexpensive gourmet food and palapas on the beach — it’s the nearest thing to paradise I have ever seen! From the beach the entrance to the bay looks just like the Golden Gate without the bridge. It’s a great place to spend drying out, windsurfing or just lying in a hammock. We were due to get off the boat somewhere in Costa Rica, and this was the spot. We spent a week here doing nothing but laying back and hanging out with the parrots, toucans, monkeys and lots of Ron con coca (rum and coke). I was so impressed that I might even buy some land there; it’s beautiful, cheap, the country is very stable, bnd with things settling down in Panama and hopefully Nicaragua, the tourists are coming back. — peter 4/11/90 Peter — Before you get too serious about buying any land in Costa Rica, go back through the last she month’s worth of Playboy magazines and find the article by Reg Potterton. A long time sailor and former charter skipper, Reg recently got the hots to buy land in Costa Rica. You may want to read why he didn’t. Cruise Notes: Batten down the hatches, hurricane season is starting early off Mexico. Alma, with peak winds of 85 knots, became the first hurricane of the Eastern Pacific season. Not only that, with her May 11 arrival she became the earliest hurricane to make an appearance since weather satellites began providing accurate data in 1966. At the height of her strength, she was some 800 miles southwest of Cabo San Lucas, where not many cruising yachts tend to wander. Is the appearance of such an early hurricane a further indication that there’s an El Nino brewing? A spokesman for the National Hurricane Center in Miami says he wouldn’t read that much into it since

'/wa1 was a strange Eastern Pacific hurricane, one of the very few this century to drop by for Thanksgiving.

there were no early hurricanes in '82-'83, the years of the really big El Nino. For those who like to keep count of such things, the Eastern Pacific, meaning off the coast of to Hawaii, gets an average of 16 named storms a year, eight of which reach hurricane strength. The Atlantic, which includes the Caribbean, the Gulf of Mexico and the Eastern Seaboard v of the United States, has an average of 10 named storms a year, six of which attain hurricane strength. It seems like there are even fewer hurricanes in the Atlantic because they occur over a much larger expanse of water than in the Eastern Pacific. Of course, you never want to count on averages when it comes to hurricanes. Remember Iwa back in 1982? That little sweetie did everything abnormal. Instead forming a couple of hundred miles off the coast of Acapulco and heading northwest like good little hurricanes should, she formed west of Hawaii and proceeded northeast to rip Kauai. Furthermore, as this commemorative rock in the accompanying photo indicates, she didn’t get started until November, at which time the hurricane season in the Eastern Pacific is generally considered to be over. While on the subject of hurricanes, Brian Benson of the yacht Ascension in Pago Pago reports that he’s not aware of any yachts the were "tucked away in Western Samoa" during hurricane Ofa — as we reported in the March issue. There were, however, "approximately 35 cruisers in Pago Pago, American Samoa." Fortunately, all survived, in part because they were "securely attached to the bottom of the harbor with storm moorings". Another reason is that the harbor area escaped the stronger gusts. It was perhaps

worst at the NOAA weather station at the airport, where 107 mph winds were recorded before the electricity went out and the weatherman headed home to his family. The 107 mph winds were recorded 12 hours before the height of the storm. Ralph Naines of The Trip reports that summer has come early to Puerto Escondido, Baja California Sur. The plankton that give the water a green tint burned off earlier than usual, the yellowtail made an early appearance and the water has already gotten warm. The only bad news out of Escondido, one of the most secure small boat harbors in the world, is that Cabo-style moorings will probably become a reality within the next five years. Do you have an Autohelm 4000 and a boat displacing over 18,000 pounds or with unusually heavy steering? If so, you might be interested to know that Autohelm has made a modification, which consists of replacing the internal belt pinion sprocket with an aluminum version, that increases the drive system resistance to heavy useage or shock loads transmitted via the rudder. Since the modification requires factoryapproved procedures, it has to be done by Autohelm America. The good news is that the work will be done free on units returned to Autohelm America. Call the Autohelm service department at (800) 8334663 to get the proper procedure for getting your unit modified. Claude Rothe, who has spent the better part of the last few years sailing his Sausalito-based steel sloop Quetzel from the Carribean to the South Pacific, has been in the States for the last six "long" months. As far as he’s concerned, it’s the "too crowded part of the world". He plans to return to his 40-foot steel boat soon, sail north thru the Kiribatis group, and then end up in Hawaii by the end of the year. What’s the sailing like around page 172!

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Okinawa, Japan? According to J.C. Sprinkle, Master Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy, "Okinawa is a great place to sail. There are numerous islands near Okinawa, the closest being 30 miles and the furthest about 250 miles. All of them are beautiful, have good moorages and many friendly people. You’re readers would love it. I’m on my second 3-year tour of duty here and each time I’ve had a 21-footer that I’ve sailed all over the islands." Sprinkle, who is no relation to Ricky Sprinkler, reports that Marl ■ Petersen, President of the Pacific Ocean, arrived at Kadena Marina, Okinawa back in midJanuary to rest, repair and look for crew for April’s Corum China Sea Race from Hong Kong to Manila. So far one member of the Navy and two of the Air Force had been "shanghaied" into accompanying him aboard his big schooner Viveka. Our interesting letter of the month comes from the crew of Cleanso. Rob Berry, Jeff Wilson, Todd Errend, Liza Jacobson, "et al" write from Miami: "Contrary to continued misinformation, we are not "missing at sea", "tied up at Morro Bay", nor any other seemingly appropriate phrase. Just because we have not filed our flight plan does not make us interesting news, but thanks. My mother, though she knows not where, knows that we are well and that loose ends of mine, heretofore private, will be tied up." What’s interesting about this is that we have no idea what they are referring to. Does anybody remember us ever writing about a vessel called Cleanso (which is no common name) being missing at sea? Anybody remember Essence, the 34foot Searunner trimaran designed by Jim Brown and John Marples that was built in Menlo Park a few years back? Leila McDaniel reports that she (and we’re presuming her husband) lived aboard and sailed the Bay for two years after the boat’s launch, then left for Mexico. After 18 months in the Sea of Cortez and the mainland, they sailed non-stop from Cabo to San Diego. And they really did sail back because they had no engine. It took two weeks to make San Diego. figuring the 'bitter cold' of Southern California was the coldest weather their thinned blood could endure, the McDaniels took up residence in San Diego/ They’ve spent the last three years installing a tiny diesel, buying goodies and building up the cruising kitty. 'Now it’s time to go again," page 173

Merl Petersen, catching up on the news in 'Latitude' while standing on the stern of 'Viveka' in Okinawa.

writes Leila. In early June Essence is scheduled for a straight shot from San Diego to Cabo, after which they’ll head around the 'corner' and up into the Sea of Cortez for the summer. After that, they’ll move southeast, through the Canal, to the Caribbean, and eventually to the East Coast. "Once burned, twice learned," writes Larry Blanc of Symphony. Here’s what he means: 'Not once, but twice I’ve had bad experiences using the marine operator to place calls. In fall of 1988 my credit card number was intercepted and nearly $1,000 worth of calls made. Fortunately, Pac Bell worked through the problem with me. Needless to say, I vowed not to use this means to place further calls. But then in the spring of 1989 it became necessary to place a call from the boat, a call I could not make collect. Once again charges were soon racked up to my account, this time $700. And once again Pac Bell was great about sorting it out. 'The moral is to get a Min card and get it on file with the local marine operator. That way if it is going to be intercepted, the thieves will have to dig up more information about you and work through the marine operator." Is cruising expensive in Hawaii? Sausalito’s Sam Vahey, whose first offshore sail ever was the 1978 Singlehanded TransPac, reports that he took twenty-five $100 bills with him to Hawaii in midDecember. When he returned home in April, having cruised more than four months in the Islands, much of it with his

lady friend Magda, fye still had five $100 bills left. A math expert tells us this means the two of them cruised aboard Sam’s Ranger 37 Odysseus for just $500 a month. And this was by no means a lowbudget cruise; Sam and Magda, who aren’t required to live a spartan life, simply did the things they enjoy. It’s hue, however, they don’t care much for the Kanapali Coast or the bright lights of Honolulu. Having had his boat in the Islands for almost all the of the '80s, Vahey thinks the Lanai - Maui area is the ideal place to have a boat in Hawaii. Kauai, where he spent a year aboard in '82 is great, but there’s no place to go other than Hanalei Bay and Nawiliwili, and all the other islands are a long, hard slog to weather. He’s never been to the Big Island, but feels it’s too far upwind from the other islands. A boat based in Lanai - Lahaina, however, is centrally located. There’s good moderate air sailing between those two places, there’s boisterous sailing between Maui and Molokai, and if you want exhilarating sailing, it’s a great 85-mile downwind sail to Honolulu. Returning from Honolulu, if you leave just before sunrise and reach off for Lanai, you can get most of the way across the Molokai Channel before the afternoon trades build up. By then you’re in the lee of Molokai and out of the huge swells. Once in the lee of Lanai, you’re in fat city since it’s an easy 'sail to Lahaina. Naturally it helps if you have a berth in Lanai; Sam has one of the coveted 24 at Black Manele. Vahey’s enjoyed sailing the Islands so much it looks as though he’ll be moving there to build a house on his small lot at Lanai City, Lanai. With a population of just 1,500, most of whom are Filipino pineapple workers for Castle & Cook, up until now Lanai has escaped tourism. But now they are going for it in a very small but upscale way. Three hundred rooms should" be completed by the end of the year, rooms that will go for between $400 and $1200 a night. With two places to stay on the island, Sam won’t be needing a room. The Latitude 38 Delivery Man of the Month award goes to Ralph Alberti of New York, who delivered a March issue to Ascension in Samoa, who gave it to Sausalitans Steve & Tina of Gwaihir, who are sailing to Tonga, and who predict it will soon reach Fiji. If you send us your address Ralph, we’ll send you a Roving Reporter T-shirt.

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505 RONDAR in excellent condition. Trailer, cover, sails, race ready. $1,200 or b/o. (213) 833-6977 Wayne.

505 PARKER, 1977.2 sets sails, 2 part galva¬ nized trailer. Rigging, sails, boat, and trailer in good condition. Ready to sail or race. Cover included. $1,000.456-5035 eves. NEWPBJ F/G8-FTROWING DINGHY, teaktrim, 60 lbs. $550 o/b/o. New Metzler Jolly M inflatable used only once $750 o/b/o. New Cruise N Carry 2.7hp used one hour $300 o/b/o. (916) 756-4441. ADIRONDACK GUIDE BOAT. 16' handmade mahogany, 75pounds. Excellent condition. Comes with spooned oars and car top rack. (Built for Sterling Hayden in Sausalito.) Must be seen to be appreciated. Asking $1,200 or best offer. Call: 332-2102. BANSHEE13. New trailer. 4 sets of sails. Elvstrom bailer. Great beginner’s boat. All registration up to date. Nothing to repair, just sail away. $850. (415) 457-9721. 505 KYRWOOD #6934.2 sets sails, custom trailer, cover, balsa core, new Water Rat rudder, excel¬ lent condition, ready to race. $3,800. 865-6389 eves.

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INT. FIREBALL, US 11799. Canadian-built, mahogany hull, Proctor Epsilon mast & boom (Hooper and Clifton sails-2 yrs old), w/trailer. National champion in ’88, minimum weight, still very stiff. Active local fleet. $2,500. Call Scott at (415) 939-4069. LASER WTO TRAILER. Excellent condition. Call (415) 754-3093.

MOORE 24. New S.C. model race ready. Sailed 10 times. Three jibs-one unused. Spinnaker and all gear. Road trailer with surge brakes. Naviga¬ tion lights, factory installed battery. O/B bracket bunkcushions. Lifejackets, fenders. Boatin Santa Cruz. $17,500. A steal compared with new price! Doug. W: (617) 461-3108. H: (617) 9645646. CORONAD015, blue & white, excellent cond., incl trailer, custom cover, life jackets, trapeze, har¬ ness & much more. $2,500. (415) 653-0300.

SANTANA 22 with T railrite trailer. Hull #592,6hp Johnson, 2 jibs, 2 mains, compass, depthfinder, running lights, sleeps 4. Lake Tahoe boat last six years. $6,900. Call Bob (702) 588-5106.

C&C 24. Must sell, buying home. Excellent condi¬ tion, roller furling, 1985 Suzuki 8hp, depth sounder, marine radio, lifelines and complete safety equip. Asking $9,500.933-9932 after 6:30 or 543-3990 days (M-F).

CAL 20 * Hull #275. New baby; must sell. Was lovingly maintained, now needs work. Evinrude 6hp. Berkeley slip. $1,750. Eves. 527-4485. LIGHTNING 19-FT, #5962. Has had much TLC and received many compliments sailing the Bay. Pineapple sails, Seagull o/b, trailer. Race with the fleet or daysail with the family. My bad back-Your great fun! $2,100. (415) 728-7427. ISLANDER BAHAMA 24. Well equipped with lots of extras. 7.5hp o/b. New upholstery and cush¬ ions. Sleeps 4. Great starter boat for the Bay. San Leandro Marina. $6,500. (415) 881-1813. SANTANA 20,1976 - Excellent condition, race ready, 2 sets of sails, spinnaker, new 8hp out¬ board, knot meter, newcushions, porta-pot, trailer. Telephone (415) 456-3660. CLASSIC WOODIE -16-ftT rojan w/30hp Johnson. Good shape. Tahoe City. $3880 w/trailer. (415) 956-4699 ex. 190. (916) 583-3126.

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SEABIRD DINGHY, 7 ft., includes sail, oars, rudder, tiller. Good condition. $500. Call (415) 364-2160. ELLIOT 8-MAN LIFERAFT. In cannisterw/hydrostatic release. Excellent condition, $2,200. Kevin (415) 658-5517. Leave message.

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SALE - SAIL • SALE. Cai 9.2 R performance cruiser. Purchased new 1985. Meticulously main¬ tained. Dsl, 6 sails, VHF, wind, log, depth, many, many extras. $39,500. (707) 642-5915/lv msg. Call with offer. MOORE 24. Hull #120. Very good condition. Sails in good condition. 2 mains, 4 jibs, 2 spinnakers. New 2hp Nissan o/b. In dry storage. $10,000. Santa Cruz. (408) 662-3746. RANGER 23,1973. Johnson 7.5hp, VHF, depth/ knot meters, used sails. Gelcoat ’88 by SanfordWood. Bottom paint 4/90. Brickyard Cove berth. $7,900.(415) 848-4504.. CATALINA 22,1973. Swing keel with extension tongue trailer. New5hptwo reef main and 90% jib in excellent condition. 130% also. Set up for Bay. VHF, stereo, porta-potti, bilge pump, lights. $4,000. N: (415) 873-8180 D: (415) 368-7692.

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CATALINA 22, trailer, 6hp Johnson, poptop, swing keel and rudder, galley, porta-potti, 3 sails, life¬ lines, new mast, $3,995. Excellent. Call (408) 725-1425 (Eves.) CAL 20, trailer, 6hp Evinrude motor, solar power electric, lots of extras. Good condition, clean, fresh water sailed last 10 yrs. Dry stored due to low water at Folsom Lake. $4,750. (916) 823-6867. WOODEN ISLANDER 24 full keel racing sloop. Good rigging. $1,200. Trailer $500 or trade. (707) 421-2354. CAL 20. Great condition. New Honda 4stroke with alternator, new DF, new Autohelm, new in¬ flatable with motor, new electrical system. VHF, spinnaker. Ready to sail. Sleeps four. Many extrasl Sacrifice. Must sell. $3,300. (415) 685-5249. MONTGOMERY 17,1978. Solid little cruiser In great condition with trailer, 4hp Evinrude, 5 sails (new spinnaker & genoa), AM/FM/weather/cassette, porta-potti, anchor, life jackets, fenders, and lots more! $5,950. George (408) 866-6349 E or (408) 982-6331 D. YANKEE 24-FT. Stable Bay & ocean cruiser, shoal draft keel plus CB, mahogany interior, full galley, enclosed head, sleeps 4, main, jib, genoa, Honda 4-stroke o/b, pulpit, lifelines, cushions, tandem trailer, 6’2" pop-top, new bottom. $10,500. (707) 575-1770. SAN JUAN 21,1976. Excellent condition. Great Bay boat, fast and safe. Large 8‘ cockpit. Cuddy cabin sleeps 4. New VHF, 1985 Johnson 8hp o/b, anchor, porta-potti, etc., all accessories. Well maintained, dry sailed only. With trailer. $2,900. (415) 524-2250. SANTANA 20,1978 w/trailer, new Evinrude, 5 sails, very clean. $4,600. (415) 954-0632.

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WINDROSE 22. Johnson Sailmaster 7.5hp, VHF, DS. Redwood City Marina; no trailer. $2,000. (415)895-5255. SAMAURI24-FTSLOOP, F/G hull, fin keel, blade rudder, 6hp Evinrude, 3 sails, KM, DF, VHF, Alameda berth. $3,000 o/b/o. Tel (408) 258-1467 (eve) or (408) 727-0500 (day). Ask for Gary. 23-FT DANISH SPfTZGATTER, 1932. Very good condition. New custom interior. Full cover. Master Mariners competitor. $8,150.00 or b/o. Call (415) 331-3732. MERIT 22,1984. W/lraller, 4hp Mariner, 3 jibs, cruising spinnaker, VHF, compass, Lewmar, portapotti, pop-top, Harken traveler, retractable lead keel, all USCG gear & more. Dry sailed only. Great boatl $8,750 b/o. (707) 887-9146. US 22 F/G SLOOP, 1982. Johnson 8hp deep shaft o/b w/cockpit controls, galley, porta-potti, VHF, inflatable dinghy, etc. Delta berth. $6,500 or b/o. (209) 748-5721. FACTORY HAND LAID UP F/G 24-FT Carl Alberg cutaway keel with full ballast sail boat hull with bulkheads, sole installed. Has laminated frames. Beautiful. $990 b/o. Custom tandemtrailer with surge brakes goes with boat for $2,000 b/o. (916) 926-3753,926-2473. TEDDY BEAR #3 built 1935, restored 1988. Registered historic vessel. Sound. Survey 1989. Must sell-we already bought a big boat. Honda iong shaft lOhp. You do brightwork and save. $3,000 firm. (415) 364-5756. CATALINA 22, 1983. Barely used “backyard" boat. Retractable keel, pop-top, galley, head, teak, main, 2 jibs, spinnaker, jiffy reefing, Suzuki 3.5 o/ b, Trailrite trailer. $7,500. Motivated. Nancy (408) 462-3208. 20-FT HOLDER. This is a great boat for all condi¬ tions, Bay, ocean or lakes, easy to trailer & launch, 5 winches, 4 sails with spin, KM. Fresh water sailed. Exc. cond. $4,500. (209) 526-2288 Ed. O’DAY 19 w/trailer-5hp o/b. Lovingly maintained, immaculate. Ballasted centerboarder is safe for Bay, trailerable to lakes w/small car. Cuddy cabin. Sleeps 2. Full sails, KN, huge, useable cockpit Financing arrangements flex. $3,500. Call (916) 489-6063. 15- FTSAILING SHARPIEskiff w/trailer, full cover, spritsail rig & Tanbark sails, etc. Pro built Only $2,900.13-ft Chamberlain rowing dory by Rowing Crafters w/two pairs oars, new trailer, full cover, like new. Asking $2,995. Call 848-4024. 16- FT CONDOR 5 day sailer w/trailer. Monohull, seats 4, cuddy, sloop rig, jib & 2 mainsails, 1.5hp motor, extras. $1,500 Qr b/o. (408) 259-8564.

CATALINA 22. Moving back east, need to sell my sailboat. 22-ft sloop w/2 mains & 3 jibs. Head, KM and VHF. All lines run aft. Easy sailing. On trailer with full cover. $4,800. Mike (415) 432-5251 days.

S-26.8,22-FT. 7.5 Merc., porta-potti, VHF, sleeps 4, EZ trailer, one owner, Sausalito berth. $7,500. (415) 332-8784.

MOORE 24 w/trailer, new rig, Nissan o/b, 2 sets of sails, dry sailed, recently re-outfitted. $9,800 b/o. (415)383-3059.

CAL 24. Point San Pablo Yacht Club berth. Evin¬ rude o/b. Boat is fully equipped and ready to sail. Everything is in good condition. Family of six is selling “C Gull' to purchase a larger sailboat Asking $4,000. Make offer. (415) 223-5765.

23-FT CORONADO. lOhp outboard, E-Z Loader trailer. Great deal for real nice boat. 2 burner stove, porta-potti, pretty wood trim, sleeps 4. Take to the Delta or tow to Mexico. $4,000. Please make offer. (415) 366-6361. 1964 O’DAY DAY SAILOR: Newly rigged, 3 sets of sails including spinnaker. Rebuilt trailer with new tires. Clean, good condition, ready to sail. Excellent family boat. $1,400. (415) 494-6982. RAINBOW 24-FT F/G SLOOP, trailer, marine head, 2 bunks, 7.5hp o/b, Redwood City slip. $3,500.(408)629-1682. MERIT 22,1984. VHF, 8hp Johnson, 3 sails in¬ cluding 155 genoa, conventional and kick-up rudders, retractable keel, custom trailer. Abso¬ lutely immaculatel Strong and fasti $8,800. Call Scott, and see this beautifully maintained boat Days: (209) 575-1881. Evenings: (209) 529-3639. COLUMBIA 21,1968. Fixed keel, 2 sets of sails, trailer. Must sell. Asking $3,100 or offer. (415) 865-5047. ISLANDER BAHAMA 24. Extra find, tons of improvements. 5 sails. Rock solid Bay boat. Very low maintenance. Fully equipped. Awesome deal. $7,200. Scott (415) 332-3904 or (415) 925-1309. O'DAY 192,1985. Like new throughout, easy rigging setup, jib furling, KM, compass, interior/ running lights, galvanized trailer, sleeps 4, portapotti, pulpit/lifelines, shallow draft 4hp Evinrude. $8,600/nego. Gil (408) 255-1113. COLUMBIA CHALLENGER 24-FT. Well main¬ tained, bottom painted every year. National cham¬ pion, fresh water sailed, club jib, 2110’s, 2 mains, spinnaker, Honda7.5, newhatches, large cockpit. Great family boat $4,500. Steve or Jeff D:(209) 478-5515 N: (209) 943-1303 or 477-1070. CAL 20, 1974. Clean & in good shape. 4hp Evinrude motor, main sail, jib & spinnaker, newly covered cushions. E-Z Loader 1981 trailer, Santa Cruz. $3,000/offer. Call Robyn & Ron at (408) 335-4466. CHARACTER BOAT, 19-ft gaff-rigged sloop, wood hull, full lead keel, bowsprit, 2 berths, head, sink, self-tending jib, 6hp o/b, full cover, Martinez* berth, excellent condition. $3,000. (415) 228-5281. SANTANA20,trailer,2main sails,3x150's, 1x110, and spin. 2 boat owner now. Want her out of my backyard landscaping. Come look & buy! $3,800 or b/o. (916) 922-1629.

O’DAY 20. Best chance to own a fun sailing boat. Good condition, three sails, cabin lights, sink, porta-potti, sleeps four, pulpit, swing keel, Honda o/b, trailer w/new tires. Must sell, new home needs new kitchen. $3,850 or b/o. (415) 886-7264.

RANGER 22. Ssails, 6hp Johnson o/b. Richmond berth. Many extras. $3,000. (415) 663-1500 (eves.)

O’DAY MARINER 19-FT. Fixed keel, trailer, out¬ board, extras. $1,500. (707) 829-2494.

3-FT PEARSON ELECTRA. Marina Green berth. $3,500 b/o. Johann 566-8505, Virgil 359-3928.

LUGER17,1981. Very clean & well maintained. Perfect for weekend trips. Sleeps 2. Rigged for single-handing. 3hp o/b, safety equip, auto pilot trailer, and more. $2,300. Dave (415) 321-2775. 22 TANZER. Great condition, 4 sails, in excellent cond., 5 Barlow/Barient winches, Navico Tillerpilot, 6hp Johnson Sailmaster, alcohol stove, portapotti, more...$6,000. Recentsurveyed marketvalue $7,500. (415) 873-3989 or (408) 954-2269.

J/24,1979. East Coast Galvanized yard trailer. Dry sailed only. Fast! One set of brand new North sails. 100% jib never used, 150% six times, main 3 times. Also assorted used sails. $6,950 firm. 669-1512. 1978 MOORE 24 'Airborne'. Lake Tahoe fresh water only. 8 sails, custom trailer, 4hp Johnson outboard, all safety equipment incl., plus extras. Good condition, race ready. $11,500. Call (916) 546-5116 evenings. COLUMBIA 22,1968. Great boat for the begin¬ ner, excellent day sailer. Hood sails recently re¬ paired and cleaned, 7.5hp Sears o/b. A good value for only $2,250. Phone (707) 539-4661. RANGER 23, 1977. Like new condition. New epoxy bottom & standing rigging. Aft-led control lines. 6 winches ind Lewmar 2-spd as primaries. 6 sails. You won't find one in better shape & with all this equipment $9,000 or b/o. (415) 865-6729. SANTANA 21. Very good condition, 3 sails, for¬ ward pulpit, lifelines, Evinrude 6hp o/b, toilet, sink, swing keel, foul weather gear, life preservers, running lights & trailer. See at Alameda Marina shore berth S-551. Price $3,350. (415) 685-6586. THE PERFECT BAY BOAT. Fast and respon¬ sive, yet forgiving. Will please novic8 and expert TbisJ-24istidyandcomes with full sets of cruising and racing sails (8). Complete and ready to go. $9,250. (415) 659-1653. SANTANA 22. Hull #204. Anodized mast, lots of sails, 6hpoutboard, knot & depthmeters. Berkeley Slip. $3,500.655-1497. SLANDER BAHAMA24-FT. Completely restored full keel stiff, dry, dassic F/G Bay cruiser. New sails, Evinrude 8hp o/b, epoxy bottom. Pictur¬ esque, inexpensive Emeryville berth. Sell for loan balance (apprx. $5,000)/offer/trade for small family power boat. 557-2106 (days) 930-7127 (eves).

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FREEDOM 21,1985. Just relaunched with 7.5hp Evinrude o/b engine. Great condition. Super easy to sail. Ready to go. Reduced to $7,899. (415) 965-0621. BEAR 23-FT. #55 of 61 built Classic, full fixed keel, full boat cover, main/jib & colorful spinnaker, 8hp Evinrude. Berthed at MarinaGreen SF. $6,300 b/o. D: (415) 570-6667 x5584. N: (415) 851 -2805.

25 TO 31 FEET 25-FT VANCOUVER pocket cruiser. 3 sails, 6.5hp diesel, A/P 1000. H/C pressure water. 25 gal fuel, 58 gal water SS. 3 anchors, lotsa rode, boom gal¬ lows, tiller, STD Voyager VHF. Lots more. $29,900 - Make offer. CallAI Tooher (213) 537-7397 leave message. 25-FT TEAK PACIFIC CUPPER (Frisco Flyer) 1958. Mostly restored. Varnished hull. Rebuilt orig. eng. Good sails. Full cover. Hulled Apr. 90. Coyote Pt berth induded. Needs new deck. $5,500. Bill (415) 347-4043. CATAUNA27,1979. Excellent condition. Inboard, new bottom, new battery, cassette stereo, VHF, DS, Sausalito berth. Asking $11,500. Phones (707) 584-0474 day, (707) 584-0934 evenings. EXPRESS 27 Hull #57, beautiful, blue topsides, red & white graphics/trim. O/b, trailer, etc., etc.; sailed atTahoe only, in my backyard Iast2years, covered. $20,000. Call for details (916) 5444224. Leave message-HI get back to you. NONSUCH 30,1988. Deluxe Ultra-model. Fac¬ tory installed “custom’ teakwood interior. Fea¬ tures $18,000+ in optional equipment Designed for liveaboard/cruiser comfort. Superb Bay/Delta/ Ocean sailboat. New$123,000. Asking $105,000. Open boat Sundays. Alameda berth. Deposit requested for sailing demonstrations. By reserva¬ tion only (415) 522-9104 after 7pm. HUNTER 27,1980. Excellent condition, fin keel, diesel, wheel steering, 4 sails, VHF, Datamarine Digital KM, log, DF, propane stove, teak sole, 8 opening ports, internal halyards led aft, fast, roomy cruiser, Alameda. $17,000. (415) 932-4846, (415) 865-1035. SOUNG US460. Many sails, trapeze, ready to sail/race, galvanized trailer. $2,400 o/b/o. (415) 370-0265 home or (415) 658-9661 ask for Tim.

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RANGER 23,1973 with 3 jibs, 2 mains, 1 spinna¬ ker, 10hp Honda o/b engine. Very dean and ready to sail. A deal at $6,999. Must sell before going to Mexico! (415) 965-0621.

23-FT MACGREGOR VENTURE NEWPORT cutter. Swing keel, trailer, pop-top, 7.5hp auxiliary plus extras. Great Bay and Delta sailing. $3,000. Jerry-(415) 687-5981.

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CATAUNA22.1988. Tandemtrailer, lOhpHonda, pop-top/cover, wing keel. Furling gear, 3 sails, deluxe interior self-tailing winches, full safety/ equipment package. Rigged for single-handing, much more, must sell. Sailed fresh water only. $13,000 or b/o. (916) 644-4102.

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PEARSON 28,1986. Great Bay cruiser; excellent

condition; Pearson quality. Fully equipped: main; 2 jibs; Lewmar winches; dual batteries/charger; dodger; stereo; radio; AWI; WS; KS/log; DS; die¬ sel; wheel steering; hot water; shower; sleeps 6. Sausalito berth (415) 331-8366. 25-FT YAMAHA, 1980. Excellent condition. Re¬

cent bottom paint etc. and engine service. Sleeps 5, head, stove, sink, and ice box. Spinnaker, 2 jibs and diesel - an excellent Bay, Delta & Ocean sailer. $11,500. (415) 284-1641. DOCUMENTED BODEGA 30 SLOOP (in SF

Bay) has done all of South Pacific and is fully equipped, including SatNav, to go again. Let's negotiate in the $20Ks. Call (206) 293-2328 for inventory and boat history. Live aboard okay.

rXwSON CRUISING 30. Completely recondi¬ tioned for 1989 winter cruise to Hawaii. Recently returned & ready for world cruising. The following items are all new: Interior, heavy-duty rigging, sails, propane stove/oven, SatNav, windlass, dual bow rollers, 300' of 3/8" chain, Harken roller furl¬ ing, tall lifelines, 2-105 amp batteries, 500’ nylon line, bilge pump. This boat is in excellent shape & easy to singlehand. Diesel motor. Aries windvane. VHF, DS, 2 compasses. $24,950. (415) 5745680. \

27-FT SANTANA Excellent fun family cruiser.

CAL 2-29,1975. Excellent condition-sleeps 6.

CLASSIC 31-FT GRAMPION, 1967 F/G cutter.

Diesel. Full sail locker (6) w/spinnaker, drifter. Full instrumentation new sail & rail covers, inside & out cushions, wheel strg, press, water, stove w/oven, shower, RDF, VHF, depth/knot meters, compass. $18,900.(408)395-2077.

Alberg type design. Updated equipment & sails, recent Yanmar dsl. Excellent condition. A solid, graceful, seakindly sailor’s boat. $22,500. (206) 545-9122.

Head, 2 sinks, stove with oven; dinette; dinghy; totally equipped; inboard engine; recent painting, top and bottom. Two boat owner-must sell. With best reasonable offer, sailing horizons can open for youl Dennis (209) 931-1516. CAL 31,1979. Excellent condition. Loaded, all

lines lead aft, Volvo Penta diesel, 5 sails. Exc for individual or family sailing. $39,500. Call (415) 523-4092.

CATALINA 25,1981. Excellent condition - like 30-FT IRWIN CITATION, 1979. Beautiful, fully

NEWPORT 30 MK11,1974. Originally built as a

equipped, family cruiser. Wheel, diesel, roller furling, jiffy reeling, lines aft. VHF, loran, KM, DS, Wind S&D, stereo. Full galley, head/shower, pres¬ sure H&Cwater, beautiful teak interior, sleeps six, excellent condition. $25,000. (415) 524-9036.

boat show display boat, *Rigadoon" has been well maintained and has lots of extra teak. In excellent condition, with a recently rebuilt Atomic 4, new cushions, more. Never raced. $22,500. Call (415) 364-5970,948-6803.

TRIPP 30,1974, built by Seafarer, classic design

CHEOY LEE OFFSHORE 27,1973. F/G, Volvo

counterstern, F/G, Palmer inbd., VHF, AM-FMcassette stereo, AC shore power, main & jib, 2 an¬ chors, much more misc. equip., well-maintained, Coyote Point berth $17,500. (415) 341-2170.

dsl like new, teak decks, club jib for singlehanded sailing. VHF, AP, DS, galley, new head. Just hauled/surveyed/Well maint. by 1 owner past 12 yrs, Loch Lomond Marina D51. (707) 935-9795.

CAL 2-29,1973. Diesel, wheel, spinnaker-very

CORONADO 25. Good condition, bottom painted

custom & clean-lots of extras-must see to appre¬ ciate. $21,500. (415) 924-9489, (415) 621-9714.

1/90. New standing rigging and lifelines. Evinrude 6hp o/b, VHF, DS, KM, compass, extra sails and more. Safe, seaworthy Bay boat. $3500. (415) 381-5484.

27- FT BUCCANEER SLOOP, 1975. Excellent

condition. Shoal keel, galv Tandem trailer, 4-6 berths, sep shower, head, full cover, 15hp i/b, 3 bags sails, main, jib & 150 genoa w/cover. Famet jib furling, AP, self-tailing winches. Oakland berth. $12,500. John (415) 9374190.

25-FT NORTHSTAR 500. Sparkman & Stevens

racer/cruiser. Atomic 4. Fully equip., full set of sails, solidly built. Steal at $7,800. CallDan (415) 388-0990.

BABA 30,1978, great cruiser-liveaboard, excel¬

HAWKFARM 28-FT “Mohawk’. Unquestionable

lent condition, fully equipped, new epoxy bottom. $45,000 (that’s right). If you are looking for a serious sailboat it's worth the trip (Seattle). You won't be disappointed. (206) 8284763.

condition. Well known active one-design and strong ocean boat, complete re-do at North Coast Yachts... New LPU/non-skid/windows/digital knot/ WP/S, depth/dsl/Tillermaster & more. Race ready. $23,500. Dorian (415) 854-5854/853-6130.

CORONADO 25. Great Bay boat. Well main¬

tained. 3 sets of sails. All lines led aft. Solar charging system with two battery banks. Com¬ plete galley. VHF radio. AM/FM stereo. Johnson o/b. Sleeps 5. $5,400 or B/O. (415) 945-1861. PACIFIC SEACRAFT ORION 27 in absolutely top condition. Wheel steering, radar, loran, windvane, AP, dodger, single-handed package, VHF, short wave, etc. etc. $48,000 firm. 4573027. In July call (208) 622-8080.

MERIT 25. Excellent condition, lake sailed, o/b, trailer. New LP bottom, many extras, best offerl (916)243-4661. CAL 25 • “Cinnabar", perennial class champion,

fully equipped for raising including a one year old Kevlar sail inventory. Faired epoxy bottom. Inte¬ rior recently refinished with new cushions. Loaded with gear, Lewmar, Harken, etc. $6,500. (415) 548-1447 (message) or (415) 424-6633 days. RAWSON 30,1965. Roomy F/G Sloop built to last

(19. Suitable forliveaboard. Documented, battery charger, 3 jibs, refrigerator, F/G dinghy, 3 an¬ chors, 400 ft of line, VHF/depth sounder. A lot of fun for $17,000.221-4179.

J-29. Race ready. 10 sails, 8hp Evinrude o/b, actively raced and cruised on the Bay. The only English built boat on the West Coast. Unique and comfortable interior arrangement, galley sink & stove. The J-29 is an exciting boatto race, the fleet will challenge your racing skills, yet with spacious decks and cabin if s a fun boat for casual sailing or weekend cruising. The boat has placed 2nd and 3rd in YRA season championships. Great deal, low or no money down. $32,000. Andy 641-8323. 29-FT CRUISING SHARPIE. Cat yawl rig, 16 in.

draft-a real Delta gunkholer. Prototype of “Skillygalee" design by Phil Bolger. Awning, stereo, swim ladder, 2 anchors, stove, lights, pumps, head, 9.9hp Johnson, and more. $11,900. (415) 674-9518.

WELDING AND FABRICATION

25-FT PACIFIC SEACRAFT. Full keel, wood inte¬

rior, end. head, full galley, sleeps 5, Yanmar dsl, depth gauge, VHF, 3 sails, offshore cruising. Canvas for camping etc. and screens for hatch. $14,000.Call (415) 499-9676. FT PEARSON ARIEL Must sell! Good condition.

Extra sails. In Alameda. Asking $7,000 or best offer. (415) 654-3847. COLUMBIA 26 MK II, 1970. Excellent condition.

1990 haulout, all new SS standing rigging 1990, hull refinished in 1989. Barients, Evinrude o/b. Endosed head, dean interior, sleeps 5. Great Bay boat. Windward berth at Berkeley. $8,999. Dave (916) 677-7410. 31-FT RIVAL British fiberglass sloop. Lloyd’s. Volvo diesel. Aries vane plus Autohelm. VHF,

depth, Brooks & Gatehouse speed/log/wind. Sestrel steering, handbearing compasses. Walker log/KM. 10 sails, 6 unused. Maststeps. Interior just painted white/teak varnished. $27,900. (619) 575-0640.

for Northern Calif, conditions by Tom Wylie. Race YRA as one-design, dub race at competitive

to sell our cherished C&C 27 (1971). Sleeps 5, Atomic 4 power, enclosed head w/holding tank. Sails incl. 130%, 170%, spinnaker & blooper. A solid performer thafs fast, comfortable, and dry. $14,500. (916) 583-1770 (Lake Tahoe).

PHRF rating of 162, or single-hand this Bay classic. Boat and sails in excellent shape..$22,000.

(707) 257-3577. 25-FT S-2 SLOOP, 1978. Excellent condition, bottom and hull painted Nov. 89.8hp o/b, VHF, DS, KM, extra sails, head. $8,800/best offer. (415) 381-0131, (415) 383-7356 eves. CHEOY LEE OFFSHORE 27,1972. Glass hull &

Great summer sailing. Spinnaker, extra gear. $6,000. (415) 684-3986.

cabin. Teak decks, trim and interior. Roller furling. Main selftending. Club jib. Dsl (low time). 4 sails. VHF, DS, speed & log. MOB equipped. New cushions and more. Clean, sturdy sailer. (415) 669-7120.

CATALINA 27,1972. Bristol condition, Atomic 4,

SPRINGTIDES: Finest example of William Atkins

dinette, new Harken furler & sail. New standing rigging, new dodger, 3 blade prop, Autohelm 1000, new batteries & marine battery charger. VHF, DS, KM. Main led aft. AM/FM cassette. Head with holding tank. Possible Coyote Pt slip. Must see $14,900 or b/o (415) 364-2602.

5 ton, 27-ft cutter “Ensenada". Beautifully main¬ tained, teak decks, Douglas fir planking, Sitka spruce spars, silicon bronze fastened, Saab die¬ sel, electronics. Recent survey confirms this 12 year old beauty “ready to cruise'. $15,000. (415) 932-6437.

CAL 28.1 love my boat but must sell. On Delta.

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new rigging, gimbaled stove, sleeps 4 nicely, great little family cruising boat. $9,500.865-5471 or 934-8011.

3/4 Sloop, daggerboard racing design yields fixed keel performance, safety, and is trailerable. Per¬ fect for lake, bay, ocean. With good sails, o/b motor, galvanized trailer, etc. Sacrifice - $7,500/b/ o, owner may finance part (707) 725-3945 eves.

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FARALLON 29, pocket cruiser, Volvo diesel, stainless Barients, stainless Shipmate 3 burner stove and oven, mast steps, AP, VHF, KM, cus¬ tom interior, 8 opening ports. $26,000. Call (415) 465-3959.

SEACROWN 25 SPORT SAILER, 1982. Unique

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28- FT LANCER, 1984.1 owner, 40 hrs usage.

Roomy, beautiful, interior color-coordinated, teakwood, sails, sheets like new, sleeps 6, galley, head, ship to shore, DS, pulpits. Bottom painted/ perfect condition. Perfect family cruiser. $11,900 or b/o. (415) 656-5562, (916) 4434719 or (317) 873-7071.

new. You won’t find a better deal. Perfect setup for Bay and Delta cruising. Fixed keel, lOhp o/b w/ electric start, DS, recent bottom paint; epoxy undercoat, and much more. $10,000 or b/o. (408) 335-2918.

26-OLSON 25,1988. Full North class racing sails, Johnson o/b, micron/epoxy bottom. Sailed just a fewtimes-ontrailersincenew.$20,000/trade. Lee (916) 891-8736.

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ISLANDER 30 MKII, 1972, “Elf. Active SF Bay

COLUMBIA CHALLENGER 25-FT, flat deck., fixed

class, roomy F/G sloop. 7 sails, VHF, DS, KM, stereoAape deck, Delta awning, cockpit cushions, Palmer engine. $19,900 or best offer. Call Jim 435-9654.

keel, sleeps 5, head, spinnaker, genoa, storm jib, 6hp mooring engine, 9-ft beam, excellent for Bay and Delta cruising. $5,000 b/o, anxious. (707) 255-3509-days, (707) 664-0417-eves, Tom.

LANCER 28,1978. Main, jib, genoa, spinnaker.

EXPRESS 27-1986 and 1988 National Cham¬

Kenyon stove w/oven. Honda 10hp. Trail rite trailer. Great family boat for Bay and Delta. Good condi¬ tion. $12,000. (408) 426-4755.

pion. 1988 North Hi-Tech Kevlar racing sails plus cruising set. Totally tricked-out rig, new over¬ sized two-speed winches, new 4hp Evinrude outboard, trailer, commissioned 1986. $19,950. Call 421-1070.

CAL 29,1971, diesel, bottom pro. finished blister

free, dodger, refer-Norcold, all new-Loran, VHF, depth, KM, propane oven, compass, cushions, ProFurl roller furling, Tillermaster 1600, much more $20,950 or b/o. (916) 756-4441. 25-FT FOLKBOAT. Very pretty boat. New paint

and varnish all in excellent condition. Club jib & gear, Jenny. Porta-potti. $4,700 or best offer. (415)924-6890. SUN 27. Robert Perry Design. Complete yard

overhaul (hull, rigging, motor) Oct 89. Main, jib, 150 gen., spin. Yanmar dsl. Head and full galley. Sleeps five. VHF-Depth. Must sell-$11,850. Call Robert Flynn (415) 472-0163. PACIFIC SEACRAFT MARIAH 31 CUTTER,

1979. Excellent condition. Yanmar dsl. All new in 1988. New sails, Harken roller furling jib, full batten main, Lewmar43S.T„ SL windlass, epoxy bottom, h/c pressure, Autohelm 2000, many ex¬ tras. $57,000. (415) 467-1263. ERICSON 29. Beautifully maintained. Includes 9 sails. Full spinnaker rig. Complete instrumentation.fulldodger.Many accessories. Berth at Coyote Point. Yacht club membership included. $18,500. Call 342-2838.

CLASSIC FORMER OLYMPIC CLASS (until

1972) racing sloop. International Dragon #172. Mahogany & oak, 28'2" length, 6’5" beam, 286 sq ft sail area Beautiful, fast, sleek, full cover, spin¬ naker, extra sails, Alameda $2,900 or b/o. Whitt. 981-1334 (d), 474-5220 (n). 27-FT ALBIN VEGA. Newly rebuilt eng, Loran,

SatNav, DS, KM, VHF(2), EPIRB, stereo, windvane, 3 anchors, lots of chain, dinghy, 3.5hp o/b. Loadedl Ready to cruise! $15,000. Call Scott at (916) 448-7153. CHEOY LEE OFFSHORE 27,1970. F/G, Volvo

dsl, full keel, wheel steering, teak decks, ship/ shore radio, DS, roller reefing, furling jib, galley, cabin heater, etc. Good coastal, Bay or Delta Located Emery Cove Marina berth D-35. $14,000. Ray (415) 668-2423. CORONADO 25. Good condition. Excellent for

liveaboard. Hot water, stove, oven, sink, icebox, cassette player, phone available, sleeps five. Berkeley location. Seagull, VHF radio, two jibs for $4,700 or b/o. Hurry, moving. Call Michael (415) 845-2206 Ext. 6. Leave message.

pressure water, refrig/ice box, shore pwr, stove/ oven, 3 jibs, main, spinnaker, VHF, depth, KM, compass, dodger & covers, cockpit cushions, 1981 Yanmar dsl, motivated2 boat owner. $15,500 or b/o. (415) 865-6223.

WESTSAIL 28,1976 - Hull #22. Factory built. 96

CAL 28 SLOOP, 1968, new Atomic 4 (30hp),

hrs. 27hp Isuzu. 6 sails. Newer gear Loran C, Horizon Titan VHF, EPIRB, 35+45 CQR. Depend¬ able and seaworthy; moving up. $34,000 or b/o. In Delta until August. Randy Davis (707) 986-7794.

compass, DS, KM, AM/FM cassette stereo, radio, enclosed head, very roomy galley w/sink. Im¬ maculate. $11,500 b/o. (415) 459-5282.

racer/cruiser, working sails, Volvo diesel, VHF, DS, KN, sleeps 5, full galley, teak interior, two speed winches, safety equip., lifelines. Original owner. Move necessitates sale. $21,500 or b/o. (415) 435-9966 evenings.

able, clean. Yanmar diesel, stove, 5+ sails includ¬ ing spinnaker, fully equipped with VHF, DS, KT, sleeps 4, many extras, highest quality, ideal Bay cruiser and casual racer, $14,500. See at Emeryville; call George at (415) 772-6004 or (415)525-1935.

spinnaker gear, lOhp Honda, VHF. Excellent condition. $6,200 or b/o. 9474962.

tion. Completely refinished top and bottom, 1989. Outboard recently overhauled. Very good sails. Custom cover. Sausalito berth. $7,800 or best offer. (415) 966-1508.

Strongly built blue water cruising veteran. Cutter rigged. New epoxy bottom. Autopilot, vane, VHF, Ham, DS, sailing dinghy. Extra roomy interior. Extra equipment included. $35,000. John (408) 259-5982.

BALBOA 27, Lyle Hess design (not a Balboa 26).

CAL 25,1968. “Tantalus’. Excellent condition,

Full headroom, larger than some 30's, trailer, swing keel, lOhp Merco/b, marine headw/holding tank, new genoa. All in excellent condition. Re¬ duced to $13,900. (916) 791-7763 (custom van tow vehicle also available.)

epoxied bottom. New: rigging, wiring, water and fuel tanks, thru-hulls, ground tackle, stove, interior cushions. Mast and topsides refinished with LPU, 9.5 Evinrude. Buy this boat and go sailing tomor¬ row! $6,000. Paul (415) 847-6667 weekdays.

CORONADO 27. Good condition, jib, genoa &

ERICSON 30+, 1980. Excellent condition. Univer¬ sal diesel, dodger, self-furling jib, VHF, Loran, stereo, heater, dinghy, cruising spinnaker & other standard Ericson gear. Sierra Point Berth. $39,500. Call Ralf: day 3444937; eves 348-7389.

main good. Sleeps 5. New9.9 o/b, compass, VHF, DF, autopilot, 2 anchors. Propane stove, icebox, head w/sink, fresh bottom paint, all cushionsgood. $8,500. Write Chris Kim, PO Box 303, Davis, CA 95617.

Loran, depth finder, autopilotw/remote, radiotele¬ phone, sink, stove, chart table, john, sleeps five, Honda lOhp, trailer, many extras, excellent condi¬ tion. $8,000. (415) 754-6152. KNARR 30, equipped for racing, competitive one-

design fleet, excellent day sailer, with 30' San Francisco berth in yacht harbor near St. Francis, Golden Gate clubs. Asking $7,500. Call 331 -1579 day or night. NEWPORT 30 ll-T, 1977. Wheel, teak cockpit,

instruments, VHF, 4 sails w/dub jib, top condition, new bottom paint. Never raced, large cruising inventory inci. Avon dinghy, cockpit cushions, frig., extra batteries w/charger, more. Alameda berth. $27,500/offer. (415) 4934619.

steering, 21 hp diesel, self-tailing winches, depth / knot/log, VHF, refrigeration, water heater, pres¬ surized water, stereo. Orig. owner. $36,000/offer. Days (415) 342-3506, other (415) 573-9859. 30-FT HOLIDAY SLOOP, built Holland 1960,

new topsides and deck paint job, new motor, new cushions, windvane, Autohelm, generator, must sell by 8-1-90. $20,000 or b/o. Ph. 865-4109. OLSON 25,1988. Great Bay Area boat for cruis¬

HUNTER 31,1983. Excellent condition. Good sail

30-FT ISLANDER BAHAMA, 1979. Full head

and galley, pressurized water system, sleeps five, wheel steering, three sails, DS, KM, VHF, stereo, Volvo diesel, safety gear, cockpit cushions. Great family cruiser/racer. Avoid broker fees. Only $25,000.(408)842-3319. RANGER 26. Excellent condition. Recent survey & bottom paint. VHF, KM, lifelines, anchor, com¬ pass, 10hp engine, spinnaker rigging & storm sail, main, and jib. All lines lead aft. $12,000 b/o. Call Warren 495-3491 weekdays or 383-9198 eves & weekends. 4

ing or class racing. Top shape, many extras. North sails, trailer, o/b, VHF, radio, KM/log, deluxe inte¬ rior, head, stove, etc. $18,000. (415) 389-0208.

inventory. KM, DS, log & wind instruments. Yan¬ mar dsl. Wheel. Reduced to sell at $33,000. (707) 823-9669.

weekender. 15hp Johnson (electric start and remote controls), four jibs, VHF, depth, speed/log, self-steering, shore power. New bottom paint Emeryville berth. Asking $10,500. Leave mes¬ sage: (916) 452-7252. EXPRESS 27 - Hull #71. Red with sand colored deck. Proven race winner. Pristine condition, fully equipped, 10 sails, Loran, solar charger, o/b, many extras. Ruth Cole (213) 825-0239/Edith van Marthens (818) 9814681. FARALLON 29,1976, full keel cruising sloop. 4

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Head sails incl. dub jib, diesel, dodger, tiller, windvane, Autohelm, bronze ports, roomy wood interior. $25,000. Extensive equipment list: (707) 745-6204 (days/eves).

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MODIFIED H-28(30-FT). Great liveaboard/cruiser, well maintained. Teak cockpit, varnished cabin/ “A thing of beauty and a joy forever." $25,000. (415) 849-1766.

CATALINA 27, 1976. Well-maintained cruiser/

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BRISTOL 26. Desperate - $11,000 value for $5,500. Stiff pocket cruiser w/standing hdrm set up to be singlehanded. Inch 5 sails in good condi¬ tion, VHF, DS, KM & 7.5 Evinrude. Needs TLC. Jim (408) 923-0353. 31-FT PACIFIC SEACRAFT MARIAH, 1980.

mahogany on oak, Palmer inboard. 5 sails incl. spinnaker, roller reefing, SStanks& rigging. Wired AC/DC, varnished interior, headroom, 2 anchors, VHF, stereo, vapor detector, shore power, good condition, $5,500. (408) 688-5387.

OLSON 30-FT. Fully equipped and ready to race, YAMAHA 25-11,1978, excellent condition, reli¬

25-FT CAPRI by Catalina Four sails including full

CATALINA30.1984. Many extras: Dodger, wheel SANTANA 28,1977. Built by Schock. Excellent

model) E-Z Loadertrailer, swing keel, 10hpo/bw/ inboard controls, electric start, 4 sails, 6' hdrm, galley, head, sleeps 6, active fleet. Priced for quick sale. Must sell. $11,950. (916) 933-2497 eves.

good shape, cockpit and interior need TLC. Honda 7.5, anchor gear, VHF, main and jib. Nice woodie w/a good history. $1,200 or b/o. (805) 644-7994.

25-FTMACGREGOR, 1985,3 sails, 2 reef points,

cruiser. Shoal draft, 4 sails, 9.9 Johnson Sailmaster, DS, KM, VHF, and much more. A terrific buy at $8,500. E-Z Loader trailer also available. (415) 687-4328 eves/wknds.

HERRESHOFF DESIGN CHRYSLER 26 (late

THUNDERBIRD, 26-FT. Hull and rigging in very

Swedish blue water cruising sloop. Volvo MD-2, new LPU/bottom 4/90. Wheel, AP, VHF, KL, DS, Loran, windlass, stereo, h/c pressure water, shower, propane stove, 3 blade prop, new uphol¬ stery/canvas, Avon, 3 anchors, more. $39,000. 332-6431.

25-FT NORDIC FOLKBOAT. Excellent condi¬

CORONADO 30. Well-maintained. Sleeps 6, H/C O'DAY 25. Great Bay/Delta/Ocean weekend

31-FT HALLBERG RASSY. Highest quality

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CATALINA 25,1985. Immaculate condition. Poptop cabin with trailer and 7.5hp outboard Honda. AP, special rigging, compass, KM, depth gauge, VHF, enclosed head, galley, all lines led aft, 4 Lewmar self-tailing winches. $14,900. Call (916) 966-9540. CATAUNA 27, 1985. Relocation forces sale. Excellent condition. Diesel 14hp. 110 jib and 150 genoa. Fully equipped. DS, KM, VHF, tiller pilot. See in Sausalito. $18,000/best offer. Call collect in Atlanta (404) 840-0936. CORONADO 27,1971.9.8 Merc o/b. Well main¬ tained, many extras. Coyote Point berth. Priced to Sell now. $9,500. (415) 348-2229. ERICSON 27,1972, inboard, nicely equipped, seldom used. Berthed at Richmond Yacht Club. $15,000/offer. (415) 689-5192. CATAUNA 30.1984, excellent condition. Hori¬ zon instruments. ICOM VHF. H&C water. Atomic 4. Propane and smicrowave. Sniffer. Main & 110 Lapper. Delta boat, tenderly used. Want $10,000 for my equity, take over $20,000 loan. Call (916) 929-5994. COLUMBIA 30,1973, Atomic 4 engine, alcohol stove/oven, icebox, VHF, 10-ft beam, standing headroom, sleeps 6, good condition. Slip #230 Richmond Marina Bay. $13,900 or offer. Will consider trade on trailerable motor or sailboat. (916)441-7401. CASCADE 29,1965. Excellent condition. Proven ocean cruiser. 25hp inboard. 6 sails, KM, sumlog, VHF, DS, AM/FM cassette, stove w/oven. No reasonable offer under $13,000 refused. Must sell. Desire cash, will consider some financing. (415)932-4022. 30-FT HIGH PERFORMANCE CRUISER. 1982 Hullworks built, double spreader rig by Ballenger, Yanmar diesel, VHF, KM, DM. Beautifully trimmed in teak with Brunzeel interior. Small class racing from Santa Cruz slip. Owner motivated to sell $24,000/best offer. (209) 545-2583. BODEGA 30 full keel cruising sloop. Three sailsdouble jiffy reefing. Barients. Volvo 2 cylinder diesel. Shipmate stove, oven, heater. VHF, DS, KM, stereo. Bronze opening ports. No-slip decks. Must sell. $19,000 or best offer. (415) 344-3495 evenings. PEARSON 26,1975 SLOOP. Two jibs, Johnson 9.9hpoutboard. Sleeps four. Enclosed head, sink, stove. Excellent Bay and Delta boat. Located in Emeryville. Must sell-two boat owner. Asking $9,999. Call Ned (415) 848-4646 or Brian (415) 824-8514. CATAUNA 30,1980. Dodger, cockpit cushions, Atomic 4 gas, KM, DS, VHF, batt. chgr., 2 an¬ chors, ker. stove & oven, Force 10 htr, solar vents, Camber spar jib, 110 jib, 11/2 yr. main, $30,000/ Ofr. (916) 487-8501.

CATAUNA 30,1982. Excellent condition. Previ¬ ous fleet champ. Double ply main, mylar 110,135, 155, plus storm 70 & spinnaker. Inboard dsl, WS/ WP, VHF, spd, depth, Loran, Autohelm, h/c pres¬ sure water, shower, epoxy bottom. $33,900. D:(707) 545-9011. E: 523-4121. 27-FT CHEOY LEE OFFSHORE 27,1968. Teak decks, VHF, autopilot, DS. Rigged for singlehandpd sailing. Diesel Volvo engine. En¬ gine needs rebuilding. Opportunity to buy as is and repower with an engine of your choice or rebuild present engine. As is price $14,000. Call Burl Brown (707)526-1474. 30-FT SLOOP. Sound F/G hull, 15hp inboard eng, 2 new deep cycle batteries, DS, VHF, KM. Liveaboard berth available. $8,000. Call Harry (415) 367-0660 or Ivmsg. 30-FT ERICSON SLOOP • liveaboard. Includes Avon dink, Evinrude 2hp o/b, Micrologic 8000 Loran, VHF, DS, KM, etc. It's a good one! Only $22,500! Call Harry (415) 367-0660 or leave msg. 26-FT POCKET CRUISER - Letcher designed “Aleulka"cutter. Custom, all fiberglass, teak trim and hatches, 6 sails, 8hp Johnson, VHF, ground tackle and windlass. Many recent upgrades. Very solid, seaworthy boat. Saus. berth available. Asking $10,500 or b/o. (415) 331-9491. CAL 25,1967, solid F/G hull, 1 yr. old Nissan 8hp o/b, 5 sails (including spinnaker), good condition, Alameda berth. Must sell; buying larger boat! $4,400 or b/o. 493-8099 or (408) 243-3020. CATAUNA 30, very clean inside and out, new bottom '90, new rigging ’89, rebuilt diesel '88,4 jibs, 2 mains, VHF, DS, KM, autopilot and more, seeing is loving. Asking $24,000 (415) 591-3430. RAWSON 30,1968. Documented. Volvo dsl., F/ G, 6 sails, 3 anchors, 2 depth finders, VHF, engine alarms, Auto Halon engine extinguisher, pressure water system, VDO. $22,000. (619) 281-2750 or (916) 872-9037. ERICSON 30,1978. Very clean, well maintained. Wheel, 150,120 reefer, 90 and a 70. All controls led aft. Must sell. $25,000 or b/o. (408) 375-3257. CATALINA 27. Exclt cond. Atomic 4 i/b. Cockpit rigged, electric head w/holding tank, cockpit cush¬ ions, jiffy reefing, 1 lOv shore power, range & oven, auto bilge, newgroundtackle, VHF, speedo, DF. Great 1st boat $10,900. (408) 720-8309. CATALINA 27,1977. A great boat! New dodger (cockpits stern), headsail furling, AP, VHF, DS, shore pwr, stereo, o/b. $14,500. (408) 923-2406. CASCADE 29. Great liveaboard. Strong, fast cruising sloop. Hawaii vet. Atomic 4 engine with only 70 hrs. 4 sails incl spinnaker. $9,000 or b/o. (415)457-8279.

26-FT MAHOGANY BAY AND DELTA CRUISER. New UK main, new Starbuck canvas, new out¬ board, excellent cond. 26x6x4 full sitting headroom. Sleeps 2. Very pretty, very fast. Cheap. Sausalito berth. $3,750. (707) 865-1767.

MODIFIED H-28. Classic ketch. Great liveaboard/ cruiser. Very well maintained. Double planked mahogany. Full boat cover. Sweet boat. Asking $19,900.331-7814.

SCREAMIN’ YELLOW ARIELI 26-ft Pearson. New fast bottom paint, new bright canvas. 9.9 Evinrude. 4 sails. Sleeps 4. Great for racing, cruising or just enjoying the sun. $6,000. (916) 622-7482,(916)622-6011.

CAL 29, 1969. Very clean. Rebuilt Atomic 4, recent overhaul. 90,110,130, spinnaker, folding prop, swim ladder, stereo, KM, DS, compass, VHF, blister free last haulout, sleeps 6. Great Bay boat, race winner. Asking $12,500. Call (415) 528-2301 eves.

NOR'SEA 27-FT. Aft cabin cruiser. New 2 GM 20 Yanmar, shore power, trailerable. Excellent conJition. Berthed at Bodega Bay (Spud Pt. E10). $35,000 or b/o. Please call 6 pm-8 pm only. (707) 865-2739.

CAL 2-29,1974. Clean, well-maintained. Diesel, wheel, Loran, VHF, shortwave, RDF, fathometer, RVG windvane, four sails. Easy to sail, great for the Bay. Lots of boat for $19,500. (916) 332-1018 evenings or weekends.

ERICSON 26-FT w/San Rafael berth, greatstarter boat. Flush deck, ideal for physically challenged individual. VHF, DS, Loran, marine head & much more. Strong Bay & Delta boat. Many extras. Ready to sail if you are. $5,375. (707) 829-2494.

0’DAY28-Fr.Goodcondition. 10-ft beam. Sleeps S.Tillersteering. OMC Saildrive. Must sell. $10,500 or b/o. Ask for Gary or Joanne (415) 351-8800.

OLSON 25,1985. Excellent condition, faired keel/ rudder. Pineapple sails. Trailer. $22,000. (415) 828-0491. CLASSIC WOOD SLOOP-CLARK 26. Fine lines, graceful Bay cruiser. Teak decks, Atomic 4 i/b. Sausalito berth. $5,000 or 1/2 partnership $2,000 & share expenses j|415) 386-6808, Bob. PACIFIC 30 - Barney Nichols classic sloop de¬ signed and built in Alameda for Bay sailing. Teak decks and F/G hull. Looks & sails great. Must see to appreciate. Asking $14,700 or trade for larger boat. Call Terry (415) 648-7031. CAPE DORY 25,1979. F/G, full keel, teak cabin, brass portholes, 4 sails, o/b, DF, VHF. Very clean throughout. $14,000. (415) 620-2830/461-0510. PEARSON ARIEL 26-FT, 1965. Fully loaded for cruising. Excellent condition w/6 sails, lazy jacks, all lines aft, 8hp o/b, new shrouds. VHF, depthknot-log meters, inflatables, windvanes, dodger. Sausalito berth. $8,000. Jim (415) 388-5048. SANTANA 30/30,1982, mint condition, Volvo dsl., 4 headsails, 2 main, 2 spinnakers, blooper, Loran, Autohelm, stereo, VHF, depth & KM. Fresh bottom paint 12/89. Teak interior includes stove, icebox, 2sinks, dinette, nav. table, enclosed head, six berths. $33,000 or b/o. (415) 582-3872. CAL 2-29,1975. Terminating 13 year relation¬ ship. Ferryman dsl, natural gas gimballed stove/ oven, VHF, RDF, KM, fathometer, pressure wa¬ ter, wheel steering, 2-spd Lewmar winches, spin¬ naker, 150% & working jibs, new sail cover, an¬ chors, fenders, etc. $20,900. (415) 527-0888. SEIDELMAN SLOOP, 1979 with Yanmar dsl. In good condition and well rigged. 2 mains, 2 jibs, KM, galley w/sink and stove, stereo plus long equipment list. Priced to sell at $8,500. Paul (415) 530-5052.

PEARSON 30,1978. Clean & well cared for. Two complete sets of sails, plus genoa & storm jib. DS, VHF, AM/FM/cassette stereo. Marine head (w/ tank), useable galley, wheel steering, epox bot¬ tom. Fore & aft anchors, and morel $21,000. (916) 624-0930. 28-FT NICHOLS BUCCANEER, sloop, classic wood beauty. Recent bottom paint on epoxycovered bottom, inboard, outboard, head & sink. Sleeps4,2sails, berthed in Berkeley. $4,500 orb/ o or trade. (916) 362-7323. ISLANDER 28,1978, Atomic 4, wheel, teak inte¬ rior, great Bay boat, exc. condition, Emeryville berth. See this one first! Priced to sell at $19,950. (415) 654-3992. PERFECT FOR SF BAY: Nordic Folkboat, 25-ft, beautiful condition-a classic wooden boat. Great for SF Bay racing and cruising. New deck, rails, hardware; very good sails. Active fleet; great people. Good deal: $6,900. (415) 331-5263. SANTANA 27,1972. Hauled, painted April, 1990. Atomic 4 in great shape. VHF, DS, compass, stereo, 2 burner stove w/oven, ice box, sink, marine head, 2 anchors, 2 batteries, spreader lights, shore power, main & new jib. Vallejo. $12,500.(707)226-7209. 31-FT BOMBAY CLIPPER cruising sloop, 1978. F/G, dsl, 6T hdrm, 11" beam, 3'5’ draft, full keel, wheel, DF, radio 1978, stainless rigging, 3 sails, orig. owner, possible liveaboard, San Rafael berth $100/mo. Good cond. $28,000. (707) 935-3593.

"CHICO" 30-FT, 1971, Gary Mull design. Cold molded of Kauri wood. Sailed up from New Zeal¬ and in 1973. Stiff and fast with nice lines. 15 sails. 1981 9hp Yanmar diesel. Excellent condition! $24,000. (415) 435-3640. PEARSON 28. Fully equipd. incl. 7.5 Honda, KM, compass, VHF, depth, sips 4. Berthed at Bris¬ bane. Only $9,990. Call, Iv msg (415) 467-2785.

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CLASSIC WOODEN BOAT. 26-ft Cheoy Lee Pacific Clipper, 1962. Varnished hull, new Yanmar diesel. Full keel, main, jib, genoa, spinnaker, radio, dinghy, Sausalito berth. Excellent condi¬ tion, looks gorgeous, sails beautifully, moving, must sell - $6,500 or b/o. Ken or Charles (415) 364-8350. ERICSON 30+, 1980. Mint condition. Boat show model. New Harken roller furling and new 100% North roller jib. Barient and self-tailing winches. New bottom paint and recent yard maintenance. New boat covers and dodger. VHF, combi depth and knot meter, pressure hot and cold water, pedestal steering, Universal 16hp diesel. Ballena Bay berth. $38,000. (415) 820-2148. 28-FT BRISTOL CHANNEL CUTTER, 1987.125 hours on diesel, DS, Micrologic Loran, etc. Monitorwindvane, autopilot. Tanbark sails, full batten. Full cockpit canvas all new. This boat is cruise ready. $79,000. (619) 371-1754. J29.1 don't have time to sail it so you should. Excellent condition. Many extras incl. 9 bags sails. Full berths, electronics VHF and more. Active fleet 8hp Evinrude o/b motor. No money downassume loan. (415) 328-2408. 26-FT CHEOY LEE Frisco Flyer. Sturdy pocket cruiser, diesel, VHF, DS, propane, stove and heat, full cover, extra sails, cockpit and cabin bright, lovely teak interior, great shape. Best offer. (415)377-0875,(415)990-9828. CHEOY LEE OFFSHORE 27. F/G. Cruise ready. Recent epoxy bottom LPUtopsider. 1986 Westerbeke diesel. 6 sails, 4 near-new. New shrouds, club jib. $16,900 bio. (415) 232-6114. ISLANDER 29,1966. Classic F/G sloop. Priced to sell. Excellent cruiser. 1989 survey, 18hp Volvo dsl (400 hrs), 110/12v refrig, new: main, rigging, bimini, dodger, sail cover. Lots of electronics and extras. $12,000. (408) 945-0607. SUN 27, .1978 (much better than a Catalina) w/ Yanmar dsl, wheel steering, stereo, VHF, life sling, MOB pole, 6’4* hdrm. Vessel is very clean and just hauled. Must sacrifice. $15,999. (415) 965-0621.

"SUMMERTIMEDREAM". 26-ft Schumacher cus¬ tom midget ocean racer; two time 1/4 ton N.A. champ; three time MORA overall champ; still winning races (GGYC mids, Vallejo). Rates 186; comes with trailer, 19 bags of sails, tons of other stuff. Way too many boats; not nearly enough time. $11,500.(415) 331-3134.

ERICSON 27. Perfect racer/cruiser/liveaboard. Best berth in Bay Area. Professionally maintained. $20,000 or b/o. (415) 386-6560. 22-FT FALMOUTH CUTTER, LOA 30-FT, Lyle Hess. World cruiser. Spinnaker, diesel, propane, auto-pilot, furling, head, VHF, RDF, depth, knot Danforth,CQR. Excellent condition. $29,000. (714) 682-4941. ETCHELLS 22 #275 w/galvanized tandem trailer and full blue cover, race rigged and ready w/extra sails, can be seen in St. Francis Y.C. dry storage. Asking $12,500. Call Billy at (415) 441-0380. ETCHELLS 22. Ready to race. Winning history. Latest sails, trailer, many extras. $10,900 cash or owner will finance with $3,950 down & $200/ month. Call: (415) 548-4159/(415) 547-0685. COLUMBIA CHALLENGER 24’9” - Full keeled, stiff, F/G hull. Loran, VHF, AP, compass, stereo/ cassette, solar panel, sleeps 4, 6hp Evinrude, new interior '89, all lines lead aft for single han¬ dling. Many extras. Free mooring available. $4,900. (408) 734-0954.

32 TO 39 FEET CATALINA34,1986. Roller furling, dodger, usual electronics plus Loran & stereo, cockpit cushions, bottom job Feb 90, estate sale, berthed in Marina Village, Alameda. 432-0390. BEAUTIFUL DANISH BUILT CLASSIC 35-FT racer-cruiser, teak & mahogany on oak. 1961 Alan Gurney design, Volvo diesel, full boat cover, exceptional condition. Wonderful sailer. $44,000. 331-9219. WESTSAIL 32. Factory built, well maintained cutter rig. Full sail inventory, new dodger, Avon liferaft, dinghy, B&G, SatNav, radar, AP, windvane, solar panels, VHF, propane stove, heater, electric windlass and lots more! Great liveaboard/cruiser. $55,000.(415)472-3094. SABRE32,1986. Custom built in Maine. Equipped with Hood self-furling main and jib. Blue hull, white cabin, teak interior. Aft cabin layout. Beautifully appointed and maintained. Call for brochure and equipment list. $65,000 or b/o. (415) 254-3170.

SOLING. 1968 Abbott Great day sailer/dub racer. Five sails (main and jib relatively new), trailer, assorted gear. Divorce sale - must unload for only $1,600. Rob, 383-8200 (days).

RANGER 33. This boat is in excellent condition. Many improvements have been made in the past 3 years. A 3-person partnership is a possibility. An outright buy is preferred. Financing available. $28,900. Viewing: Michael (415) 533-8730. Infor¬ mation: Danny (408) 374-2899.

OLSON 25: 1985 Santa Cruz built; white with blue; excellent condition; only $13,500! Call (415) 383-5181 (after June 10) for details. Askfor Jimmy.

FREYA 39-The best Freya Recent: blister work, LPU, upholstery, gear. $90,000 or b/o. Call (415) 387-5907.

WESTSAIL 32. Factory built. Original owner. Documented. All white hull with red boot and light blue deck. Solid lead ballast. Brightwork immacu¬ late. Dodger, bimini, caprail covers, and side panels. Brand new cruising spinnaker and full-cut yankee jib by Hood Sails. Also genoa and working sails. Perkins engine. Refrigeration. Cabin heater. VHF. External phone. Stereo. Extra large port¬ holes with screens. Mast, boom and underhull refinished and standing rigging replaced three years ago. Two large CQR anchors. Sailing din¬ ghy plus Avon inflatable. Location Ballena Bay. Price $52,500. Call (415) 277-9225. 34-FT ALDEN design custom cutter w/SF berth. Fir over oak. Ocean-voyaging circumnavigation veteran returned from Pacific cruise 8/89. Diesel engine and heater. Wheel steering w/worm gear. Holding plate refrigeration. Barient#27self-tailing winches, windlass, chain, anchors, Loran, VHF, DS, KM, masthead strobe & navigation lights, dodger & bimini. Recent upgrades ind. standing rigging w/Harken furling, batteries, mast steps & Force Ten propane stove. Live aboard or go nowl $29,500. Please call my broker (415) 567-8880. CATAUNA36,1986. Fully loaded. Radar, Loran, dodger, stereo, VHF, CNG, roller furling jib, tri¬ color & strobe, cruising spinnaker, wheel pod instruments & lots of custom built extras. Must see. $65,000. (408) 371-7266 or (408) 866-9220. 33-FT KETCH. Chesapeake Bay Sharpie. 5 sails. Rebuilt Atomic 4. Good cond. Needs work & launch. Sacramento. $2,500. Also 21-ft F/G day sailer in San Rafael slip. Fin keel. Good condition. $1,200. May trade. (916) 487-7962. Msg. O’DAY 322, 1989, furling, cruising spinnaker, self-tailing winches, swim ladder, VHF, depth, wind speed, double reef main boom vang, hot/ cold pressure water, AM/FM/cassette stereo, propane stove/oven, lead wjng keel, shore power. Picture description on request. $79,000. (408) 732-4425. ARIES32-FT, “AMAZAING GRACE”. Well-main¬ tained. Dodger, Monitor windvane, combi Au¬ tohelm, Barient self-tailing winches, boom gal¬ lows, Montgomery dinghy, CQR 200' chain, VHF, RDF, DS, epoxy bottom. Moving up. Asking $39,500. Sausalito berth. 548-4180 eve. 1983 CATALINA 38 • Excellent condition, well maintained, well outfitted, three jibs (110,130, 150), 3/4 oz. spinnaker, roller furling, dual-pur¬ pose headfoil, VHF, Signet 2000 KM, diesel, self¬ tailing winches, pedestal steering. (415) 969-3488. CATALINA 36. Last month I was asking too much for my loaded like new, world cruising, sparkling sailboat. So sue me. If you are seriously looking, and have good credit and $11,000 down, phone me. Otherwise forget it. Reduced to $54,000 (or $55,000 with the dinghy). Next month I will sell it to my mother-in-law for $54,000. Phone (415) 494-0659 for complete equipment list and ap¬ pointment. Hurry-it’s going!

CAL 39,1982 (Mark III Edition) Tri-Cabin; excel¬ lent condition; well-outfitted for cruising; Path¬ finder diesel 50hp; Harken roller furling; self-tail¬ ing winches; dodger; full-batten main with lazyjacks; 2 jibs, extra main; VHF, Loran C, AM/FM stereo; Signet knotlog and depthfinder; much more; a dream boat Asking $79,000. (408) 426-4670. 38-FT GAFF CUTTER “PILGRIM”. Cypress on oak, 1955, copper-nickel bottom, Master Mariner winner, insured, 28’LOD, 38'LOA, 9’6" beam, 5’draft, 5 Tanbark sails, diesel aux., VHF, Loran, depth, Canon. 2nd home or weekend privateer¬ ing. $30,000. (415) 373-1878. 32-FT ATKINS ERIC CLASSIC, 1978. Marconi cutter, excellent condition. Full keel, teak/ipol, teak cabin, Volvo MD3B, 1030 hrs., Loran, VHF, RDF, AM/FM stereo, propane range, new dodger/ sail bags, 5 sails, AP, 3 anchors chain rode, much more. $43,000. (415) 726-6419. CATALINA 36,1987. Great liveaboard/cruiser. Many extras and custom options. Excellent condi¬ tion. Sobstad sails, Harken self-furling/tending jib, dodger. Universal diesel. Must see to appreciate. Call (415) 237-9668 for complete details. WESTSAIL 32. Exceptional condition. You must see to appreciate improvements. Worked 97 days to update boat. Interior like new, re-upholstered, freshly painted, varnished throughout, classicyacht look. Very clean. New mast w/steps, and rigging replaced 4 years ago. Complete epoxy bottom blister job done in '89. New Autohelm, cutter rigged. Heater, shower, refrig, stove, KM, DS, VHF, RDF, 35hp dsl engine, 35 lb. plow. Sleeps 6, great storage. Reliable cruiser/liveaboard, ready to move on now. $40,000. (415) 236-5839. CATALINA 36,1987. Pristine! See how much your money can buy. RADAR, autopilot, VHF, dodger, cockpit cushions, many extras. Triple stitched 110%, 155%, and main. Hull warranty. Lots of canvas. Low hours. Ready to cruise. $69,001. (415) 367-8363. HUNTER 37,1984 CUTTER. Swift & graceful sailing to weather. Cruise or liveaboard. Immacu¬ lately maintained. Separate cabins, sleeps 7, h/c water, shower, AM/FM/tape stereo, stove/oven, headfoil, oversized self-tailing winches, VHF, Datamarine, WS,WD, depth, Yanmar 30, Sausal¬ ito berth. Best offer. (415) 435-2924. FANTASIA-35. Hull #22. Beautiful condition. Cruise ready. Full keel, teak deck, LORAN, VHF, fathometer, EPIRB, insulated backstay, davits w/ 7' dinghy, cannister life raft, radar reflective mast steps, dodger, sailing bimini, Delta cover, Force 10 oven, Pisces 40. $65,000. (707) 762-7190. CAL 34, built by Jensen Marine 1971. This care¬ fully maintained, fully found, performance cruiser/ racer is offered for sale by the owners for $30,000. Financing available. Days (415) 876-3235, eve¬ nings/weekends (415) 838-2468.

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HUNTER 34. Spacious, cruiser/club racer, livea¬ board, sips 7, shower, stereo, large galley, wheel, full sail inventory, race ready for Catalina or? Over-sized winches, Martec, VHF, Loran, DS/ SPD, diesel, new bottom paint 4/90, was $49,500, now $44,500.382-8422.

WESTSAIL 32 Tenacity’cutter rig. 5 sails, ProFurl headsail, dodger, lee cloths, rain catcher awning, windscoop, Toyo offshore 4 person life raft, Achilles sport boat, Yamaha outboard, Moni¬ tor vane, Tillermaster, autopilot, SatNav, Ham, VHF, 2 depth finders, knot log, AP wind, wind speed, wind direction, EPIRB, 2 solar panels, new 8D’s, custom teak interior, Shipmate propane, Dickinson dsl heater, Adler Barbour reefer, Mer¬ cedes dsl, six anchors, new chain-lots of great gear induded-South Padfic veteran. $50,000 or b/o. 871-2915.

BENETEAU FIRST CLASS 10 *71res Equis', 35ft. Excellent SF Bay and ocean racer/cruiser YRA champion 1,987 & '83, (4) spinnakers, (6) jibs, (3) mains, Loran, VHF, Signet instruments, Yanmar dsl, new bottom job 1/90. $39,900 or ? Rick Lowrey, B: (415) 332-6352 or H: 453-9388.

CORONADO 34,1969. Hand laid, exc. bottom; new Harken roller-reefing system, new Yanmar 3 cyl. diesel and prop., new dodger, new battery system & more. Wheel steering. $29,700. Call 456-9725 eve. 34-FT ERICSON SLOOP. Bristol condition. 1987 model with four sails, roller furling, diesel, loran, FM marine, stereo, dodger, anchor hoist, six self¬ tailing winches, all lines to the cockpit for singlehanded sailing, and much more. $89,500. Call (415) 831-3547. ISLANDER 36; main, jib, genoa, spinnaker; nine Barients; VHF, KM, DS, Loran, stereo; pressure water with instant HW heater, shower; 3-burner SS stove w/oven; assume loan. Will consider trade for smaller boat. 521-2230; 521-9430 eves. ISLANDER 36, 1978. Fast allweather racer/ cruiser. Teak interior, Perkins4-108, radar, Loran, Autohelm, full Signet instrumentation. VHF, ex¬ cellent ground tackle, 7 bags North sails, spinna¬ kers, 10 winches, loads storage, well maintained, yearly haulouts. Morro Bay, will deliver. $47,500. Ted (805) 528-5070. CUSTOM PERFORMANCE CRUISER, 36-ft sloop, 1978. Designed and built by Charley Mor¬ gan. All lines lead aft. Rod rigging, Hood furling, Barient ST winches, refrigeration, autopilot, dodger. Optional cutter rigging. SF berth. You gotta see this one. $69,000. Call: (415) 664-7777. MORGAN 38,1984 SLOOP. New condition in¬ side/outside, sleek design (not O/l), solid w/high quality materials, modified fin keel w/skeg rudder, all teak interior w/white overhead and countertops, sunny w/good ventilation, VHF, depth, windspeed, KM, Perkins 4-108 (50hp) w/190 hrs., 5 Lewmar (self-tailing), comfortable liveaboard/ cruiser, ample storage, water pressure, hot water, SS sinks, phone, fridge, separate standing room shower, modem upholstery, sleeps 8,2 CQRs, lots of canvas, new Avon Redcrest w/motor & cover, exceptionally clean! Alameda $79,000. (No brokers please.) (408) 225-6009.

LANCER 36,1982. Fast, luxury, loaded. Owner leaving area. $60,000. (415) 543-3280. 1985 HOBIE 33.8 bags racing sails, Honda 10hp, porta-potti, VHF, man overboard pole, speed, depth. Race ready!!! $25,000/offers. Houston TX (713) 334-3379. WESTSAIL 32. Original owner. Perhaps the fin¬ est available. Extensively outfitted for depend¬ able, luxurious offshore cruising. Exquisite cabi¬ netry and finishing detail. Photographs, descrip¬ tion and inventory available on request. Worth far more than $55,000, but other amounts seriously considered. (714) 721-8356. 35 CORONADO SLOOP liveaboard boat in a liveaboard marina. Redwood City. Raft, depth, VHF, refrig, microwave, TV, tele, and shower. Hauled and painted 8/24/89. $35,000 or trade for fixer-upper home or property. (415) 365-6264 leave msg. MOVE FORCES SALE11973 Coronado 35 wI diesel, dodger, 4 sails, new LPU decks, and full liveaboard amenities incl. microwave, refer, color TV, etc. $30,000. Write Ad, 316 Nicholson Ave., Los Gatos, CA, for specs, or call (408) 354-9575. NEW 32-FT DREADNAUGHT Tahiti Ketch’ hull with ballast. Flush deck with interior roughed in. New 22hp Saab diesel engine with variable pitch propellor and shaft installed. New dsl Dickinson stove. More extras. $17,000 or b/o. Days (805) 772-2473, eves (805) 995-2364. RESTORED PEARSON VANGUARD 33-FT. New sails, dodger, radar, Loran, VHF, stereo, autopi¬ lot, weather vane steerer, diesel aux., full galley, hauled Jan. 90. $26,000. (209) 835-2303. PANDA34CUTTER,1985.Perf. cruiser,$87,500. Exc. cond. Quality throughout. Fully insulated, all S/T winches, o/s primaries, B&G Hornet pack inst./ICOM VHF/Loran/elec. windlass/3 anchors/ AP/holdover ref./4-90 haul & bottom. SSF livea¬ board. Must see. D: (415) 857-2429, N: 952-6651. BALTIC 35,1986. Great aft cabin, race or cruise. Harken RF (135%), 90,95,150 jibs. 1.5 chute & gear. CNG, pressured H/C water w/shower, ste¬ reo, Loran, battery charger, and telephone. 10 winches (7ST), teak cockpit. Price $150,000. Call reps. 389-8633. No brokers please.

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SANTANA 35 - One design racer/cruiser. Diesel. Full sail inventory. Loran, VHF, full wind inst., depth, speedo. Yard maintained, ownerwill carry, trade for smaller ODCA boat. $39,500.454-9600 or 435-2085. 36-FT YAWL BUILT 1932,1 3/4 fir on oak, 10 tons, Glousterman design, built w/integrity, likes big winds & big seas. Master Mariner boat. Good survey. $19,500. Michael 479-7128. CATALINA 36,1984. Great recreational cruiser, perfect liveaboard, well-maintained, 3 separate cabins, sips 7, beautiful all teak int, 3/4oz spinna¬ ker, 2 headsails, easy starting 3 cyl Universal Atomic-3 dsl w/ low hrs, DC refrigerator, propane water htr, propane stove/oven, shwr, stereo, VHF, KM, DS, RDF, tall rig, self-tailing winches, cockpit rigged, good ground tackle, epoxy sealed bottom, new bottom job. $46,000. Ralph: 435-5550. OLSON 34. New is '89,10 year warranty, loaded with options and electronics. Good charter in¬ come potential. Will sacrifice at $59,900. Lee (916)891-8736. 32-FT ALLIED SEAWINDII KETCH. A-1 condi¬ tion, loaded, ready to cruise Caribbean from Grand Cayman Islands, trade for land or R V. Call 1 -800441-4717 Robin. SANTA CRUZ 33 part complete kit. Hull, custom deck, keel mold, some deck gear, etc. Owners moved to NZ. Must selll Other trades considered. $9,500. Contact Charlie at (916) 685-7295 eves. CATAUNA34,1988. Excellent condition, loaded, FB main, furling jib, all lines to cockpit including reefing. Loran, Autohelm, dual propane, improved battery system to mention a few upgrades. $63,000. Larry (707) 252-8329. 38-FT HANS CHRISTIAN MARK II. Great livea¬ board and/or cruiser. Windlass, Loran C, VHF, stereo, stainless steel holding tank, 170 gallons water, 140 gallons fuel, extra cabinets & much more. $82,000. (415) 758-1736.

\ ISLANDER 36-FT,1976. F/G sloop, fully equipped for race or cruise, 2 spinnakers, 135% Hood roller furling jib, Martex prop, Perkins dsl, 11 Barient winches, CNG stove/oven, stereo, ADF, 2-way radio, KM, sumlog.DG, wind instruments, many extras, immaculate. $44,900. See at Sausalito Clipper Basin 4, Berth #912. (415) 331-1650 or 883-4987 after 5pm. DREADNAUGHT32. Factory F/G hull & insulated deck. Interior ready for veneer. New Saab dsl installed and ready. 80 gal water installed. 2 manual bilge pumps, 2 elec, pumps, 1 engine driven pump. Professionallyapplied Sterling paint. Super epoxy bottom and bottom paint. Includes most SS hardware, SS fasteners and misc, to finish. One month to completion. If you're going, this is the boat. $17,000. (415) 373-0490 or (714) 587-3822.

ISLANDER 36. Winner at '89 Oakland-Catalina race (See Latitude Aug. '89). Beautifully main¬ tained, cruise/race ready. Full electronics, AP, Loran, Harken roller furling, quickvang, dodger, many extras. Perkins dsl and complete epoxy bottom job. $56,500. (916) 652-6386. COLUMBIA 36-FT, 1968. TransPac vet Great liveaboard. Wheel steering, autopilot propane stove/oven, new 12v refrig, Cole-stove fireplace, hot/cold pressure water, shower, but, the 20hp diesel motor needs much work. $28,500. Ted, days-(415) 326-1430. CAL 39,1979. “Corinthian'. Rod rigging, Harken furling, Navtec hydraulics, AP, 11 winches, full batten main/lazy jacks, diesel, wheel, DM/KM/ WS/WD, Loran, VHF, stereo, h/c water, shower, refrigeration, CNGstove/oven. Performance livea¬ board, Sausalito berth. $69,500. E: 331-2710. O’ DAY39,1983. tri-cabin, 2 heads, Jeanneau de¬ sign, new 110% jib, full electronics, h/c pres, water, S/Twinches, Universal 44hp, full spinnaker gear, stereo, recent survey, CNG stove/oven, will consider small boat in trade/or property. Asking $65,000. (916) 581-0440. 33-FT CUSTOM STEEL CUTTER -1983 Merritt Walter designed dbl ender.-Tanbark sails, 32hp' diesel. Perfect for liveaboard or extended cruise. Extensive equipment list Cherry wood interior. Bristol condition. $64,000 ortrade for equity in real estate. Ken (415) 4284023. CAL 35,1980. See to appreciate this high quality, lovingly maintained, fast cruiser, spacious ele¬ gant inter/outstanding liveaboard, dsl engine, dsl htr, dodger, windlass, radar, Loran, VHF, Au¬ tohelm 3000, Avon Redcrest, cruising spinnaker, h/cwtr, KM, DS. $72,000. Owner (412) 969-9512. 35-FT CORONADO SLOOP, 1973. Tri-cabin, sleeps 6. Head/shower, h/c pressure water, AC/ DC, refrigeration, stove/oven, 22hp Albin dsl. Electronics, club jib. Well maintained, roomy, comfortable, seaworthy. $32,000. Serious only call Napa (707) 226-3017/226-2663. COLUMBIA9.6. Ped. steerw/greatworking cock¬ pit, 7 winches, 2 self-tailers, dbl reef main +100, 150, tri-rad spk, pole/strut Instruments VHF. Rblt Volvo dsl, h/c press wtr/shwr, stove/oven, heater. Day sailer/cruiser. Tough, fast on new bottom. $25,000. D/N (415) 522-1953. LANDFALL 39. Cutter rigged cruiser, 75hp Volvo diesel, documented, good sail inventory, colorful cruising history, radar. Best offer over $44,500 by June 15th. Good buy for someone handy. Tel: 546-2630 workdays. MAGELLAN 36-FT AUXILIARY KETCH, 1978. Volvo diesel, teak interior, sleeps 6, hot water, wood stove, full keel. $50,000. Call Steven (415) 453-3667.

SAIL A 32 C&C . The least cost access to a good sailboat is by chartering. Boat available out of Fortman Marina, Alameda. For charter by the day to experienced skippers. Call (408) 253-0357 evenings

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OFFSHORE EXPERIENCE AND ADVENTURE!

MARINE SURVEYOR

Join experienced voyagers John Neql and Barbara Marrett on their 42-ft Hallberg Rassy ketch, Mahina Tiare. 1990 intinerary of six legs include: Victoria to Hawaii, Hawaii to Alaska, British Coiumbia to San Juans. This is an exciting sailing adventure where you'll learn by active participation. Armchair Sailor, 1500 Westlake Ave., N, Seattle, WA 98109 (206) 283-0858.

Robert A. Viel, Member National Assoc, of Marine Surveyors. Approved by all banks and marine companies. Serving the entire Bay Area and Delta. Wood, Fiberglass and Steel. Delta: (916) 776-1094 - Bay Area: (415) 420-9450

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DOWN EAST38,1976, cutter ocean cruiser. Great liveaboard. AP, electric windlass, full dodger, fire¬ place, self-tailing winches, roller furling jib, VHF/ RDF, pressure h/c water, diesel engine, refrigera¬ tion, LectraSan. $60,000. Call Roy or Karen (415) 456-8368. CAL 2-39,1979. Excellent condition and cruise ready. Perkins dsl, dodger, windlass, Autohelm 3000, roller furling, h/c water, KM, DS, Datamarine, new cushions, etc. $63,500.381-2872. ERICSON 32,1986. Excellent condition. Roller furling jib, propane stove/oven, Alpine stereo, lots of extras, hauled & painted in May, mustsellto buy house. Ballena Bay slip. $58,000 or b/o. (415) 965-4243. WESTSAIL 32. Rebuilt MD2B F/W cooled. Hiamp alternator, wiring & plumbing upgrades. 5 sails & much gear. Factory interior, propane stove, low draw refer/freezer. If you want to liveaboard in Sausalito or cruise this is your boat! $57,000. Call 456-8949. 1974 IRWIN KETCH, center cockpit, 32112' LOA, 10' beam, 27hp diesel, silicon charger, hot water shower, refer, 12v & 110, needs blister work. Inside, upholstery, engine, wiring, all in excellent condition. Great liveaboard. $15,000. Call MartyIv. message (415) 221-4103. EXPRESS 37, 1988. ‘Primordial Sloop". Last factory assembled Express, hull #62, North sails, Harken roller. Signet SmartPak. Immaculate. $118,000 or offer. (415) 851-7065 eves.

MASTER MARINER WINNER KNOCKABOUT SLOOP 32'x12', draws 4', very sound, surveyed, insured, loved. Power by Volvo, illumination and radio by 12v fresh system. Kerosene too. Lots of class, a lot of boat. Family circumstances require sale. $7,500 or b/o. (415) 456-2788, "Flirt". FORMOSA 36. Failed partnership provides buy¬ ing opportunity! Stable ketch-rig cruiser in excel¬ lent cond. Airy teak cabin, dsl, std instruments, dinghy. Need offers - $36,000 takes this beauty away. (415) 284-4251 for photos, equipment list. CAL 34,1978. Excellent condition, Loran, KM, WD, VHF, wheel, 110 & 130 jib, cruising spin. New exterior varnish. Well built boat, natural for Bay, coast, or ocean. $29,000. D: (415) 521-6100, E: (415) 256-8167 Pete. ERICSON 35,1975 "Windswept’. Outstanding cruiser/racer. Excellent condition. Dbl headfoil. 2 spinnakers, jib, 100,130,150, staysail and main, Refrigeration, hot water, microwave. Price re¬ duced from previous listings. Glenn (H) 474-7759 or (0)561-2617. ISLANDER 36. Priced to sell. Nice liveaboard, fast cruiser. 3/90 bottom paint and survey. Good condition, no problems. Perkins dsl, wheel, 4 headsails, spinnaker gear, tabernacle mast, new upholstery, new VHF. $33,500. (415) 523-7599.

42 WESTSAIL YAWL Custom built by Westsail in 1979. Possibly the finest on the west coast. Extensively equipped, used little. New rigging, teak decks, 85hp Perkins, 7.5 Onan, 8 man life¬ raft, radar, Ham, SSB, SatNav, Mar.Fax, etc. Full dodger, 300 gal water/dsl, 5 anchors, spares and extras. Asking $117,500. For info/survey (714) 646-9927.

MULL NZ 45. Eye pleasing, performance & cruis¬ ing oriented design w/robust construction. Like new condition. Professionally maintained swan¬ like quality & appearance. Harken furling jib, lazy jacks, Nontechydraulicwinches, rod rigging, B&G instruments, Barient winches. Aft stateroom, aft cockpit, teak decks, teak inter., refrig., new feath¬ ering prop. Sausalito berth avail. (408) 734-8371.

C&C CUSTOM 43,1972. Superb C&C Custom Shop quality makes this red-hulled yacht capable of cruising or racing anywhere. Recent Awlgrip topsides and spars. Equipment includes 17 sails, VHF, Loran, radar, autopilot, B&G instruments, seaberths for 9, sturdy sloop rig, and reliable Perkins 4-107 power. She is one of the strongest boats built due to her unique double hull construc¬ tion, yet she is seakindly, roomy and fast. Offered at $79,500. Berthed in Alameda. (415) 655-3265.

42-FT WESTSAIL CUTTER, includes desirable berth in SF-St. Francis YC Marina solid and quick, this beautifully maintained classic cruising design is perfect for Bay or blue water cruising and liveaboard. She is as comfortable at dock as she is at sea with 85hp dsl, Loran, ST winches, rollerfrl hdsl, AC inverter, hot pressure water, spacious galley w/microwave, exterior teak trim, interior teak and holly, and much more. Only $125,000, you must see her to appreciate her. Day (415) 969-8890. Night (415) 493-6506.

MASON 43 "Uvin". Excellent condition & well equipped. Ready for more distant cruising or liveaboard. Seeking second younger agile vaga¬ bond skipper. Price is now insignificantly low with brochure available. No brokers needed. Crane (619) 454-5950.

SPRAY COPY, 40-FT, 1980. Proven ocean cruiser. Beautiful classic lines. Excellent balance, designed to self-steer. Heavy construction, cedar lapstrake planks 6“x7" sawn frames, 371 GMC dsl, huge cargo hold, AP, Loran C, VHF. $50,000. (415) 323-4878.

BENETEAU FIRST 405,1986. In water 3 years. Bristol condition. New bottom paint Inc. Datamarine Link 5000 w/remote, spin rigged, 4 sails, AM/ FM/CD stereo w/6 speakers, propane stove, re¬ fer, full end dodger & Zodiac dinghy w/outboard. $119,000. H: 521-8763 W: 864-9500.

42- FT CHEOY LEE CLIPPER. Fast, beautiful Luders-designed ketch. Lloyd’s 100A specs, glass hull, teak decks and cabin sides. Diesel. New sails, canvas, interior. Refrigeration, propaneoven/ stove, hot/cold pressure water. VHF, fathometer, stereo, windlass. Wonderful cruiser or liveaboard. $78,000.(415)851-0495.

45-FT COLUMBIA, 1974 SLOOP. Top condition. Roller furling jib. Full electronics, radar, Loran, autopilot & morel Excellent for cruising, livea¬ board or Bay sailing. Asking $89,000. Let's Make a Dealll Call Jack, 930-7020.

40 TO 50 FEET 41- FT CHEOY LEE OFFSHORE KETCH, 1980. Cruise ready. Extensive equipment, loaded with conveniences. Motivated and anxious. $100,000 or b/o. D: (415) 521-3870 E: (415) 748-0707.

FREEPORT 41,1976. Ketch, full keel, 85hp die¬ sel, fully equipped, furnished and ready to cruise the Caribbean in style. Recently cruised from San Francisco to Florida. Asking $130,000. If inter¬ ested call collect for details and photos. Tel: (813) 849-2721 ask for J.W. PETERSON 44 CUTTER. Offshore cruiser & livea¬ board. 2 staterooms, 2 heads, LPG stove & oven, 12 volt refrigeration. Radar, dodger, liferaft, EPIRB, 80hp dsl, 3 anchors and much more. $110,000. Days or eves call (415) 521-4310. FORCE 50,1974, F/G Pilothouse Ketch, well maintained and equipped, ready for comfortable liveaboard or extended cruise, reduced to $115,000. (619)574-0695. 41-FT ISLANDER FREEPORT, 1976. Pristine. Queen aft cabin, head and shower. V-berth for¬ ward, electricheadand shower. Fullgalley. Dodger with fully enclosed cockpit. Davits with Avon. New 20 gal. water heater. Excellent liveaboard. $89,000. (415) 592-2878, 365-2712. 48-FT SPARKMAN STEVENS/Hughes-built center cockpit yawl, 1972, liveaboard/cruise, F/G, 75hp Mercedes Benz, new awlgrip topsides, new haulout, sleeps 7,3 cabins, 2 heads, 1 shower, espar, Adler-Barbour, liferaft, lots gear. Asking $109,500. (415) 332-7543.

50-FT MOTOR SAILER, KETCH, F/G with full teak interior, corporation, 130hp dsl, queen bed, 6'4" ceiling, outstanding liveaboard/berth. (415) 368-4224. 47-FT STEEL COLIN ARCHER PILOTHOUSE KETCH - Cruise ready. GMC 671,4KW Onan, WH autopilot. Furuno radar-SatNav-Loran. Great liveaboard-fi replace, water heater, pro pane stove, private aft cabin, bathtub, more. Call for specs. $99,000 or property. (619) 226-3001. 41- FT MORGAN SLOOP, 1973.16mi radar, AP, VHF, dodger & bimini, refrig/freezer, dinghy & davits, Navico Bex. Reblt 85hp Perkins, many extras. $70,000. (707) 226-8155. 42- FT GAFF CUTTER. 1982 blue water cruiser, English pilot design. Professionally built ferro hull. Teak decks & fittings, teak interior. Perkins diesel, autopilot, radar, Loran, sounder, VHF, EPIRB, 12v anchor windlass, 6 anchors, self-tailing winches, Avon 6-man liferaft, Avon inflatable, with Merc o/b, survival suits, 120 amp alternator, pres¬ sure water H/C, refer. Too many extras to men¬ tion. Excellent Sausalito liveaboard location. Survey. Replacement value $175,000. Asking $119,000, would consider trade in Marin County, Portland, OR, or Kauai, HI. (415) 331-0358. 1988HALLBERG RASSY49.Mint. Hydwinches/ furling. Thruster, A/C, centerline, queen berth. Loaded. (800) 343-3551.

DOUBLE ENDER 48-FT. Custom fiberglass full keel ketch. Exclusive aft cabin, loaded luxury liveaboard. Space of 60 footer inside. Magnificent teak interior with diesel fireplace heater and wet bar too. One year slip fees includedl $159,500. Call for brochure (619) 991-6708. 41- FT S&S YAWL, 1961. Dbl planked, mahog¬ any/oak, bronze floors, Volvo dsl, new fuel tanks & cockpit, 11/2" teak cabin sides, wood/propane stoves, sound hull, no leaks, VHF, marine stereo, dinghy, motor, portable generator Volvo 4 cyl. $50,000. Call 798-4392. SCHOONER Tillicum". 50-ft LOA, 40-ft LOD, 12ft beam, 6-ft draft. Launched 1982, L.H. Coolidge design. Fir/oak, Mercedes aux, Dickinson galley stove. $59,500. (206) 293-7307. Anacortes, Washington. 42- FT GOLDEN WAVE, 1981. Robert Perry's answer to Swan & Baltic yachts at half the price. High tech rig w/opulent accommodations. 6'4" headroom. Great owner's cabin w/7' double berth. All amenities for sailing/entertaining. Glass sloop, teak decks. $128,000. (805) 962-8911. 46-FT GARDEN PORPOISE VomingStar. SoM teak ketch. Read about her adventures in ‘Voy¬

age of Commitment, Morning Star Around the World". 80hp rebuilt Perkins dsl, Aries windvane, elec AP, power windlass, roller furling, headsails, etc. Ready to go again! $75,000.331-2269. WHITBY 45 C&C designed hi peri sloop equipped for long range cruising: VHF, SSB, radar, Loran, SatNav, weatherfax, AP, electric windlasses; dsl. eng/aux/stove/htr; furling genoa; 9 sails; freezer/ refrig; 8-man liferaft. $69,000/offers. Call (619) 749-2620 San Diego. NORSEMAN 447 CUTTER, 1981. Back from So. Seas, ready again. Complete electronics ind radar, weatherfax, sw radio, ref/freezer, dinghy with o/b, epoxy bottom, Aries, Autohelm, new main/storm sails, 250 chain, roller furling jib, spare parts, more. $179,000. (415) 928-3680. 1970 NEWPORTER 40 PILOTHOUSE KETCH, 56-ft LOA, 40-ft LOD, wood hull, needs interior, out of water site with 24'x36' workshop. $20,000 or b/o. Call 386-1943 after 6:00pm.

TRADEWINDS 31-FT SLOOP

SEVEN SEAS YACHT CHARTERS offers hundreds of fine power and sailing yachts for a Caribbean or Mediterranean cruise tailored and catered for you. Elegant cuisine, personal service, surprisingly affordable. Call (800) 346-5355

Desperate to deal. Wheel. Diesel. 7 Sails. Electronics & Radios. Rigged f% singlehanding. Winner of Ensenada. 6'4" headroom. Berthed in Long Beach, CA • Negotiable $31,000 Leave call-back message for Chris (818) 335-6085

RICHARD T. CHRISTOPHER Marine Surveyor & Consultant Serving entire Bay & North Coast areas • 40 years experience Sail • Power •• All Types of Construction •• Wood a Specialty Member: Society of accredited marine surveyors • ABYC (415)368-8711 (408)778-5143

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SAIL THE SAN JUAN ISLANDS

LEARN COASTAL/OFFSHORE CRUISING SKILLS

Charter a Passport 40 Sailboat- Fast, comfortable 40-ft sloop. Dinghy, dodger, full instrumentation, roller furling headsail, two private staterooms, head w/shower, refrigeration, VHF, stereo, propane stove w/oven and much more. Call George (206) 821-1208

among Santa Barbara's challenging Channel Islands! Unique opportunity to join instructors John & Randi Sanger- couple whoVe sailed 43,000 mi. together-for a 3,4 or 5-day personalized cruise aboard their 40-ft Valiant cutter Grebe. 12th season. Brochure and schedule: EDUCATIONAL CRUISING, P.O. Box 780, Santa Barbara, CA 93102 (805) 9674700

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HUNTER 45 LEGEND SLOOP, new in 1987. As new now. 160 hrs. on Yanmar 55hp turbo dsl, Furuno radar and bottom finder, 7 Lewmar S/T winches, spinnaker rigged, 4.5kw generator, m/w, VHF, Loran, refrigeration, stereo, TV, extra cabi¬ nets. $120,000.731-4956. SANTA CRUZ 50, hull #36, fully equipped for long distance races and passages, several sets of racing and cruising sails, all the electronics you ever wanted, excellently maintained, go fast and arrive early, $155,000. (415) 965-0176. YANKEE CUPPER 48LOA 41LOD. Garden designed F/G ketch, teak decks. Perkins 4-108, low hours. Loran, autopilot w/vane, remote. 12v refrig., planing dinghy with o/b. Spacious teak interior. Wood stove. Exceptional joinery. Excel¬ lent, equipped cruiser. Comfortable liveaboard. $75,000. (415) 398-8170, (415) 861-6519. *POLARIS" 1927 42-FT ALDEN HULL. Blue water sailing boat. 50hp diesel, teak deck, cedar planking, mahogany interior. Needs sails, gear¬ box, rigging, deckwork. Make offr. Call 662-8750, 688-9284 message. 44-FT STEPHENSEN (Norwegian) cutter “Fidelia’. 1955. Full keel. Teak deck, mahogany interior/ exterior. New sails, anchor line, blocks, rigging, electronics. Mercedes dsl. Classic lines. As is, where is (Eureka). Best offer. (707) 826-2461.

40-FT CUTTER, excellent condition. Custom built, cedar on oak, 85hp Ford Lehman, excellent liveaboard/cruise/party, liveaboard berth available. Appraised $88,000, asking $59,500, possible trade for R.E. Call for brochure (415) 595-1075 Bill or Karen.

51 FEET & OVER ROBERTS 55. Outstanding blue water cruising cutter. Professionally built, 40% complete. Exten¬ sive machinery inventory including mast, engine. As is or complete. Lying Costa Mesa, CA Hull, deck exceed Lloyd's specifications by 100%. Replacement value over $110,000. Will sacrifice $57,000 cash. (714) 924-8376.

30-FT HURRICANE “Waver)"built Sausalito 1952. Rr over oak, lead keel. Good sails with tri-radial spin. Spruce mast all fittings standing rigging brand new. Insured. All running rigging led back. Buy an antique that sails like a witch before the prices take off. $13,000 or b/o. 935-7096.

MULTIHULLS

53-FT ROBERTS COLD MOLDED HULL- unfin¬ ished. Complete set of plans included. $1,000. Call Gene (408) 263-7633.

31-FT SEARUNNER A-FRAME Great cruiser for Bay, Delta, or anywhere. Mexico veteran. 9 sails, new mainsail, 7.5hp Honda VHF, Autohelm, DS, 3 anchors, dinghy w/engine, wind and tow gen¬ erators, AM/FM/cassette. Asking $22,000. Ask for Steve (415) 6494000 (day), 5474800 (eve).

55-FT STEEL SAILBOAT, 1988. W. German design, fast, nice. OM 352 151hp Mercedes, generator, refrigeration/freezer, roller furling, full battened mainsail tall rig, big winches, radar, heating and more. $185,000.364-3632.

31-FT SEARUNNER TRIMARAN HULLS with complete set of construction plans. $1,000. Call Gene (408) 263-7633.

82-FT LOA GAFF FC KETCH. Five sets of sailsxtras. Commercial fisher, documented vessel. Twelve berths. Fathometer, compass, radar, hailer & VHF. 3 anchors. Cosmetically inclined. $55,000, or b/o. Lying Oakland, CA, Riviera Pete Weber, Box 9751, Berkeley, CA, 94709.

50-FT TRIMARAN, 1,000 sq ft flush deck, steel cross-arms, 17 watertight compartments, 11 sails, new mast, diesel, charter possibilities in Mexico. $25,000, partner possible if experienced sailor $50,000*sell for $98,500. Jesse (408) 688-3674 or (408) 429-9911L

55-FT STEEL KETCH - Roberts 53. Perfect for ocean cruising, 353 Detroit diesel, nav. equip., more. $169,000 or b/o. Call Dan (415) 528-2283.

CORONADO 41,1974. Nicest on West Coast. Large aft stateroom with huge bed. Two heads, shower, large galley, teak interior, dsl engine, radar, AP, electric windlass, roller furling headsail. Fully outfitted and ready to cruise or liveaboard. $64,000.(805)963-2248. ROBERTS 43 AIREX CORED HULL with no deck. Has masts for ketch rigs, diesel engine, Edson steering, and many more parts to finish the boat. Asking $22,000. Call for list of equipment (408) 685-9735.

NORDIC FOLKBOAT, 1959. “CMer"US40 Hull 555 built by Peterson Nyborg, Denmark. Bristol. $9,000,237-4154.

118-FT. LOA WOOD SCHOONER. Shipyard rebuilt 1980. New stem, horn timber, planking deck beams, deck, and deck houses. New spars & rig 1984. New North sails 1989. Roller furling headsails, aluminum gaffs & electric halyard winches, cat diesel power, two diesel gensets. Hydraulic pumps & anchor. Windlass, full elec¬ tronics, loaded with tools, spare parts & safety equipment. Lying Vancouver BC. Offers to $349,000 U.S. Full particulars from Cptn. Brian (604) 937-0476, 2638 Rogate Ave., Coquitlam BC, V3K 5S4.

BROWN 31-FT SEARUNNER: Exceptionally well built, cutter rig, never cruised, fully equipped w/ many extras. $19,000. Scott (415) 726-2282.

CLASSICS

TREMOUNO 23-FT TRIMARAN 20 knots with trailer, o/b, all new. $9,000 or deal for trailer cruising monohull. (408) 248-8587.

34-FT ANGLEMAN KITTYWAKE built by Hardin in Yokohama 1965. Mexico vet. Hauled and sur¬ veyed 8/89. Gaff main, KS, DS, LP stove, Au¬ tohelm 3000, Loran C, dinkw/2hpoutboard. Needs TLC, divorce forces sale. $31,000/or b/o. Leave message 848-2941.

SEARUNNER 31. Yanmar diesel, wheel steering, 7 sails, 7 winches, solar panel, propane stove. Well built and equipped for cruising, liveaboard. Dinghy with outboard. Berthed in Santa Cruz, sublet available. $31,000. (408) 458-1724. HOBIE 16. Yellow hulls, white mainsail, white/ yellow jib, white trampoline, trampoline cvr, sau¬ sage sailbags, double trapeze, rollr bearing, main traveler, righting lines, trailr w/“Bearing Buddy" grease caps. $1,900. Glen (415) 689-8217. 31-FTSEARUNNER.Documentedsloop rig. West system, bronze &SS throughout electronics. Best offer over $20,000. Must sell. (707) 9644113. Lv message.

42-FT WHINTHROP WARNER PILOTHOUSE CUTTER, 1952. Paul Luke built in Maine. Mahog¬ any on oak; bronze fastened. 60hp cat 4 cyl. Radar, Loran, VHF, fatho. Roller furling yankee, self-tending staysail. Fireplace, 120 gal fuel, 120 gal water. $55,000. (408) 663-6653.

16-FT PRINDLECATAMARANw/trailer, catbox. Gold hulls w/sunset sails. A great hull flying fun gift Mint condition. Sailed only in fresh water. Stored covered. $1,800/offer/trade for bass boat, inflatable, or canoe+$ (408) 251-0523.

38-FT GAFF CUTTER ‘PILGRIM". Cypress on oak, 1955, copper-nickel bottom, Master Mariner winner, insured 28-ft LOA, 38-ft LOA, 9'6’ beam, 5' draft, 5 Tanbark sails, diesel aux., VHF, Loran, depth, canon. 2nd home or weekend privateering. $30,000. (415) 373-1878.

PIVER LODESTAR 35-FT TRIMARAN KETCH. Good condition. $17,500 or b/o. Located in Morro Bay, CA. (805) 773-3503 or (805) 722-5734.

YACHT REPAIR Reasonable Rates

SEARUNNER 37. Triessenca'is the best on the West Coast, documented and fully equipped for offshore cruising. Extensive 1989 refit: newstand¬ ing rig, mast & boom with internal lines, sail covers and bags, internal lines, sail covers and bags, instruments, spray shield, windows, diesel tanks, LPU on topsides, deck, and cabin. Inventory includes2mains,5headsails,2chutes, 15winches, 5 anchors, Yanmar 22hp, 6 person liferaft, 2 EPIRBs, Avon 3.10/15hp, solar charging. Set up for safe single-handing from center cockpit all lines & winches are an easy reach from the wheel. Only $61,000. Call Duncan (415) 383-2700.

POWER & HOUSEBOATS 27-FT ST. PIERRE DORY. Glass over ply w/ outbrd. well, wheel steering, E/J controls & Ig. vberth. Fresh bottom job. This is a classic displace-, ment hull designed for rough seas, not speed. Needs motor. Steal at $1,800. Brian 8484024. 56-FTHOLIDAY MANSION 1976 HOUSEBOAT, twin Cl Chryslers, 7.5kw gen., hauled recently, excellent condition, cruises 16knots, perfect livea¬ board with washer/dryer, cable TV, phone, microwave, trashcompacter, central vac. & more. $78,000 cash or trade. (415) 634-7157.

PARTNERSHIPS WANTED PARTNERSHIP SANTA CRUZ-40 to 50 ft. Will buy partnership in boat with Santa Cruz berth or we could upgrade to new boat, like a new Beneteau First 41 s5 or 45f5. Call Bob, W (408) 4624057 Fax 462-9603 H 4754599. HALF INTEREST IN PACIFIC SEACRAFT ORION 27 in absolutely top condition. Wheel steering, radar, Loran, AP, windvane, dodger, singlehandedpackge, VHF, shortwave, eta Nearly unlimited use; I am away July & August. $24,000 firm. 457-3027. In July call (208) 622-8080. PACIFIC SEACRAFT 25.1/5 partnership avail¬ able. Great value, low usage. SF Marina berth. Dry, comfortable cruiserwith inboard diesel, stove, and head. Sleeps five. $36,000 or b/o plus $57/ month covers everything. Phil (415) 552-8523 or Drew (415) 647-3760.

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40-FT SEARUNNER TRIMARAN. Under con¬ struction. Mast, rigging, diesel engine, sails, portlights & hatches, steering system, stove, con¬ struction plans and materials, and much more. $25,000. Call Gene (408) 263-7633.

WILLIAM FIFE 10-METER CUSS. Built Eng¬ land for King of Denmark 1926. Honduras mahog¬ any hull, oak and iron frames, Burmese teak deck, 57-ft spruce mast, 57-ft length, 10 ton lead keel. Strong, sleek. Complete sails, electronics, Perk¬ ins diesel, Barient winches. $50,000. Phone (408) 663-6299.

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HUNTER 37.1/4 share avail for responsible per¬ son. Well equipped: Radar, dodger, dsl, AP, roller furling, dinghy with 8hp motor, shower. Great to own & have fun on Bay. $1,900 buys 1/4 share. $300/mo includes slip/boat payment. Tiburon berth. Bruce wk: 543-8666 or hm: 435-5626. GREAT DEAL 1980 San Juan 34 sloop. SausalIto berth, new sails, wheel steering, dsl, h/c press, water, full galley, sleeps 6. Fast & stable. $1,500 buys 1/2 ownership. $385/mo. Call Greg (415) 341-4100 x203 days, (415) 566-7375 eves. MASON 37. Traditional cutter imported by Hans Christian. 1/3 time-share with purchase option. Radar, Loran, Autohelm 6000, depth, speed, H/C water, color TV, microwave, spacious master stateroom. $340/month including maintenance, slip, insurance... everything. Experience, refer¬ ences, and deposit required. (415) 969-3069. MERIDIAN 25,1/2 share. Sturdy fiberglass full keel sloop. Classic 1961 Rhodes designed pocket cruiser. 6hp Johnson. Hauled 1989. VHF, com¬ pass, 6-ft headroom, two jibs, spinnaker. Sleeps four. Upwind Berkeley berth. $2,000, $55 monthly berth fees, share maintenance. (415) 339-8183. SANTANA 22. 1/2 interest. Gas House Cove berth. Exclt cond. $2,500. Call (415) 697-4682. 1/2 INTEREST 1978 30-FT CATALINA. Includes liferaft, instruments, spinnaker, genoa, rebuilt engine 1989. $7,000 equity + $163 per month ($6,960.85). Rent or buy 1/2 interest in choice berth Pier 39. Call Phil Dollison 945-8587,8610994. 1/2 INTEREST IN CAL 29.2 staterooms, 2 heads, full galley. Berthed in Alameda. $13,500 for equity and $500/month. Bob (415) 483-5843. 50% INTEREST IN 40-FT CRUISING CUTTER, custom built, well founded and loaded w/equip. So. Bay berth, flexible terms, asking $15,000. Call Bill (415) 595-1075. COLUMBIA 30 berthed in Sausalito. Looking for responsible partner to buy 1/3 interest. $4,000 plus $110 per month. (415) 331-7073. CATALINA 34, 1987. Excellent condition! 1/2 interest available. Fantastic Bay & Delta boat, has fast wing 'keel! Roller furling, DM, KM, stereo, cockpit cushions, swim ladder, etc., etc. Very personable partner staying with boat. I'm buying a liveaboard. Stan (415) 689-2634. MORGAN 44. One year old. Perfect condition. Professionally maintained. Sloopriggedwith roller furling headsail for ease of sailing. Center cockpit allows for huge aft stateroom with queen size bed. Electric heat, phone. TV, 1/4 or 1/2 share. 100% financed with proper security, Donald Engle, W (415) 981-4900, H (408) 356-4665.

TRADE SANTANA 35 • One design racer/cruiser. Diesel. Full sail inventory. Loran, VHF, full wind inst., depth, speedo. Yard maintained, owner will carry, trade for smaller ODCA boat. $39,500.454-9600 or 435-2085. WILLTRADE PRECIOUS STONES OR EQUITY in house or land in North Monterey County for yacht 50' up. (408) 726-2324, (408) 475-7373. 25-FTNORDIC FOLKBOAT FOR SALE/TRADE. All varnish and race ready, beautiful, valued at $7,000 to $10,000. Trade for ski boat or Lance 8.6 cab-over camper. (707) 425-3143. ATTENTION SONOMA CO. CONTRACTORS: Ericson 26-ft tough and reliable Bay & Delta boat. VHF, DS, Loran & much more. Trade for licensed contractor to remodel our home. (707) 829-2494 let's talk. OLD WINE COLLECTION (20 years) will trade for sailboat, liveaboard or sound blue water sailer. I have Cabernet from the 60’s and early 70’s, Burgundy's & Bordeaux also. $30,000 to $50,000 value. Let’s talk. Wine in excellent shape. (415) 885-2347.

WANTED LIVEABOARD WANTED. I am looking for a houseboat or other liveaboard (sail or power) with Marina facilities. Will pay slip fees and tend your craft. Your boat will never have to leave home. References available. Lauren221 -1312/567-2219. OFFSHORE SURVIVAL RAFT, valise-type. 4 person; USCG inspected. (415) 239-0124 (day¬ time only). LIVEABOARD WANTED. German MD, working in research laboratory, presently house sitting in SF, looking for 40-ft plus liveaboard (power or sail) for upto one year from mid-June. Rent negotiable. References available. (415) 665-4948 or (415) 877-0900 ext. 666 (days). 30-FT • 36-FT BABA OR HANS CHRISTIAN. 5 yr lease w/option to buy. (Open to creative financing by owner.) Excellent credentials. (916) 635-3455. LOOKING FOR A UVEABOARD. i’ll maintain your sailboat if you'll let me live on it while I look for a boat to buy. Male, 39, single, professional, ASA certified. (415) 621-1881. WANTED: VOLVO MD-17C ENGINE. Call (916) 387-8255, for Roger.

TAYLORS 2 BURNER KEROSENE STOVEw/ oven, tank pressure and pump very good, $175. Zenith 12 band transocean receiver model 7000 never used $200. Avon Redcrest 9-ft dinghy with accessories. Good cond. (916) 961-3580.

USED SAILS FOR YANKEE 30.137'6\ J 12’6'w/ #6 head foil. Interested in genoas, blades, and .75 oz. chutes. Racing sails preferred for singlehanded ocean/Bay series. Can cut down oversized sails if needed. sCall Ed, days (415) 655-5877, eves (415)527-7276.

SAILS FOR SAIL Dacron jib #3 built for Irwin, hank on-approx 7oz, 284 sq. ft., luff 37’6", foot 16', leech 35'6". Practically new-no wear, over 50% off new price. Asking $600. Call 456-9450.

DONATIONS WANTED: Need El Toro parts and/ or complete boats to upgrade youth sailing fleet. Need wooden mast, boom, rudder and sails. Tax deductible. Call Gene Del Vecchio, director youth sailing, Sequoia Brigade Camp (707) 829-2494. SSB AND TUNER, 22 MHZ or more. Call Tedd Driver, wk#: (415) 363-4588, hm#: (415)364-2382. LIVEABOARD WANTED. Willing to pay berthage. Single male, 28, reliable professional employed by Hornblower Dining Yachts. Contact Craig at 9217140 days, 258-2086 eves. WANTED: MONITOR WINDVANE, liferaft, 45# CQR, 35# CQR, 30# Danforth, watermaker, SatNav, Ham, Galerider, electric windlass, davits. (714) 974-8494. SAILING VESSEL WITH COAST GUARD certifi¬ cate of inspection. Must be minimum 35-ft, maxi¬ mum 50 gross tons and be certified for at least 12 people. I'll look anywhere on the West Coast. I will also consider a partnership. Price negotiable. (415) 689-2634. SAUSALITO HOUSEBOAT OR UVEABOARD sailboat. We are a local couple who wish to pur¬ chase a floating home. We have $30,000 cash to invest, plus monthly payments. Excellent credit & refs. 383-0903. /

USED GEAR ELTORO GEAR. Sail w/bag, in excl. cond., $60.00. Handcrafted maple centerboard & tiller/rudder, only used 3 times, in perfect condition, $50 for the centerboard, $60 for the tiller/rudder. $150 buys all three items. (415) 383-0903. TILLERMASTER/BILGEPUMP/TAMAYANC77; hand pump (sink), Fatty Knees (complete); Sumlog transducer; antenna tuner; rigging wire; blocks and fittings; 3 anchors; pelorus; Dickinson wood stove; small inflatable. (415) 331-5214. SAILS FOR SALE: Dacron main w/2 reefs, luff 42', foot 14’6", $200. Working jib, hankon, luff 44', foot 15', leech 36', $150. Both good condition and recently cleaned. Call John @ (408) 432-3220 Wk. (415) 462-1769 Hm.

TRAILER FOR SALE - for full keel 21'-26' sail¬ boat, sturdy, single-axle. Sailboard, Aitkens 104, single skeg, approx. 10'-4"x2', light, blue, maneu¬ verable. Mustsell. $400/$250/neg. Call: 233-0609. DIESEL ENGINE: 1980 Volvo MD11 C23hp Walter V drive RV10D. $1,995 all or part (runs good). Hurth HBW 150v 1.77:1 new & unused $1,595. Hurth HBW1001.77:1 new & unused $800/offer. (206) 337-0304. TRAILER, TANDEM, for 25-ft shoal keel sailboat 8-ft launching extension. Needs new wheel bear¬ ing and surge brakes for highway use. Good tire. $200 or best offer. 237-1091 (evenings or week¬ ends) or 620-3134 (days). YANMAR DIESEL 2QM15 with 2:1 reduction. Includes wiring harness, control panel, owner's manual, service manual and four heavy-duty Yanmar flexible motor mounts (still In boxes). Only twelve hours on engine-looks and runs like new. $2,100 or b/o. (408) 728-5824. STARTED TO CRUISE but changed my mind. New Magellan GPS $2,000, Aries windvane $900, anchor systems, Caribbean charts, ProFurl roller furling w/135% sail $1,100, storm sails, windlass, ACR EPIRBs, Kenyon 135 amp alternator, much more. (916)756-4441. BARIENT WINCHES - Chromed bronze, excel¬ lent condition. 30’s $1,200/pair; 35’s $1,800/pair. (508) 388-3891. SELF-STEERING WINDVANE. British made Hydrovane for 28-38' boats $575. Props 21x15 LH 3B13/4 bore $175.18x14 RH 3B1 3/8 bore $100. Ladies small wetsuit, heavy-duty, new $80. (415) 331-3745. MYLAR GENOA by North Sails. Radial design 130% jib for an Islander 28. Heavy, bullet-proof Norlam construction. Hanks. Luff=33.5-ft, LP=14.9-ft. Excellent condition. Cost $1,500. Sell $650 or b/o. (415) 435-9513. 2-SPEED WINCHES. Merriman 28's, pair plus handle. Black aluminum. Primaries for 40-42 ft. 8“ base x 4" drum x 71/2" height. Unused: $650/pair incl. handle. (415) 948-3243 after June 10th. SAILS: JIBS, BLAST REACHER.TALLstaysail, blooper, mains, spinnakers. From good to nearly new. Built for 1=44' J=14' SPL=15' P=38.33 E=10.50. Supplement your inventory for pennies on the dollar. Great deals. John(415) 939-3299.

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Be a partner in a 46-ft cutter sailboat. Fully equipped: furling jib, Loran, Autohelm, h/c water, full galley, sleeps 10, two heads w/showers, stereo, TV, etc. One remaining 25% partnership $7,500 & $400/mo. Tax advantages of second home. Call Steve Markoe 1-800-289-6697

Marshall Boat Works is for sale with all the equipment for haulouts. 20 berths (more OK). Retail store, 2 storage areas, 4 homes now & 6 acres OK for more. Zoned: Comm-Res. Asking $2.2M. Also looking for operator to lease the profitable yard business. Agent: G. Coles (415) 669-1233.

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All Marine Canvas arid Upholstery Service. Over 30 years experience. Will Service any Marina in the Bay Area Competitive prices - Check it out! All work guaranteed. Call WINDJAMMER (415) 968-3009

4 available. Each has a private boat dock, sensational views. Priced from $160,000 to $420,000 Contact: Maureen Paladini, Coldwell Banker (707) 944-1841 or (707) 253-7766

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TRAILER FOR SANTA CRUZ 27. Fin keel, 4.5' draft, 3000 lbs. Top dollar for the right one. Finder's fee if you know of one and the deal works out! Call Mark: (415) 399-7346 Daytime, (415) 752-7206 Evening.

RADAR, RAYTHEON 2600, $650. VHF, stan¬ dard horizon maxi, $100. Loudhailer, Raytheon 350 with outside speaker, $100. All stainless steel Hiller Range (propane) 2 burner with oven and broiler, $500. All the above in excellent condition. (415) 522-3437.

1) 55 LB. PLOW ANCHOR... $125.2) SSTtank, 35'Lxl 1’Hxl 8.5* *W, new... $85.3) Wesmar radar, electronics OK, antenna motor not OK... $275.4) 13-ft Guppy sailboat fixed keel, cabin (not cuddy), trailer... $1,450. All in Alameda. Call Art Shaw 521-1086 or 930-8378.

SEAGULL 5hp long shaft or 5.5hp short shaft. $525 or b/o. (408) 266-5573.

BOAT BUILDING SITE with two unfurnished apartments (one Victorian, one very plain) plus 35x100 yard. Near Oakland Estuary and Fruitvale BART. $1,350 per month plus hefty deposit— Lease to three years. Please phone Al at (415) 428-2691. ^

SAILS - SANTA CRUZ 50. Mains $900 each. Jibs #1, #2, #3 $600 each. Spinnakers 3/4,1.5,1.8 oz. $800 each. (408) 458-3589. LAST CHANCE 195419th Century Lapstrake FI G over mahogany, Atomic 4 eng, $700 firm (cost $2,000 last year). Also-9' Avon, hard floor and motor mount $250. El Toro sailing dinghy with 2 sails $300. No tire kickers. Call Norman, days 331-7275. SELF STEERING FOR 40-FT AND UP. Auxiliary rudder with trim tab-similar to Autohelm. Make offer over $400. Perfect condition. Call Charlie 849-3125, 849-0859. SIMPSON-LAWRENCE555MANUALANCHOR windlass $100; Aries self-steering vane, complete $800; Johnson new4hp o/b $550; Avon Redcrest inflatable $400. Call 634-0703 eves, 682-3223 days. 3 RACING SPINNAKERS - Sobstad, Richmond Loft - new 1988, used very little - ISP-49.8, SPL=15.7,1/2 oz., all-purpose, $1,100. 3/4 oz. Trilon all purpose, $1,100.11/2 oz. runner, $900. Call Lon Price (415) 626-1513.

MARINE FLEA MARKET sponsored by the Si¬ erra Point Yacht Club w/cooperation from the Brisbane Marina Our 4th annuual & always very successful. If you're looking for that special item for your boat or selling an item you no longer need this is the place. At the Brisbane Marina just south of Candlestick Park, off rte. 101 in Brisbane. Sell¬ ers $5.00. Buyers free. For info call 871-6841. LIFERAFT RENTAL- SAIL FOR SALE. Six-man Seavivor liferaft, full canopy, double floor, certi¬ fied, for rent. Catalina Race $300 for two weeks. Pacific Cup $400 one way. Additional rates avail¬ able. Hawkfarm class approved mainsail, used, very good condition, $300.521-7172. LAST CHANCE 195419th Century Lapstrake FI G aver mahogany, Atomic 4 eng, $700 firm (cost $2,000 last year). Also-9' Avon, hard floor and motor mount $250. El Toro sailing dinghy with 2 sails $300. No tire kickers. Call Norman, days 331-7275.

ALBIN2CYUNDER DIESEL PARTS. Fuel pump, new injectors, transmission, impellers, new send¬ ers and gauges, rebuilt starter. Buy and save now. I'll take charts, lines, money, chain, life vests, VHF, etc. Larry 981-1796 days, 296-8624 eves. NINE-PIECE CUISINART stacking gourmet cookset was $420, sell $295. Hand-crank sewing machine for canvas $150. Vacuum bag sealer $60. Ship anywhere. (714) 974-8494. MONITOR VANE, with spare parts, $1,500. SeaGold manual desalinator, like new, $800. Sovonics solar panel, Nikonos camera, and more. (415) 865-4306. JOHNSON SEAHORSE 50 OUTBOARD electric start $450. (408) 252-7391.

BERTHS & SLIPS BABY YOUR BABY in her very own upwind slip on the quiet side of Pier 39. 40-ft. Phone line. $30,000. (408) 723-4720. SF BERTH, 30-ft, double finger. Available for 3 months, July 1 - September 30. $335 total. Call Mike, (415) 494-8327 eves, (408) 473-7348 days. FOR SALE OR RENT: 36-FT SLIPS - PIER 39. C2 is the second slip out on C-dock and one of the best locations on Pier 39. Make offer. B-16: $20,000. Contact Pete (415) 728-9225.

MISCELLANEOUS

I WOULD LIKE TO TEMPORARILY SWAP my covered berth at King Island, in the Delta, for a berth in the SF/Sausalito area during August & September. My boat is a 34-ft cruiser. Phone: Days (916) 364-3158; Eve: (209) 245-3791.

BRAND NEW SUZUKI 9.9 OUTBOARD sail model. Oil injection & battery charger. Would not fit in Columbia 26 motor well. Never used. Best offer over $1,400. Steve 871-1770.

FREE SUP. Seldom use your boat but hate to sell her? Going abroad? Sheltered and secure Alameda slip-free in return for occasional use of your 24 to 30 foot power or sailboat Phil (415) 523-1001.

HAWAIIAN ISLAND CHARTS. Complete NOAA chart inventory (20) of all the Islands including all major ports/harbors. Complete with updates and notes on key anchorages from summer '89 cruise. 50% discount from list, or best offer. Call (619) 260-0540.

EMERY COVE MARINA, 40-FT UPWIND BERTH. Rent from owner & save. Harbor amenities incl. showers, washer/dryer, on-site security & large dock box. Won’t last long at $150/mo. Call Robert (415) 828-8423 days or 831-1670 eve.

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References Available (415)229-1202

MARINE SURVEYOR

Serving all Bay and Delta Areas JOHN HALLANDER, P.E. • Sail and Power • Rberglass, wood, metal • 40 years experience • Free phone consultation • No travel charge • 24-hr. service available PL Richmond (415) 237-8412 Bethel Island (415) 684-2698

40-FT LONG, 14-FT WIDE SUP AT PIER 39. East side, best location in Marina. 50 year lease, $30,000.(415)421-6934. BOAT SUP FOR RENT BY OWNER. Emery Cove Marina. Excellent location. Beautiful mod¬ ern marina. Five minutes to Bay Bridge. 45"x17" upwind. $225 per month. Call Robert Rodriguez (415) 656-2702. 36-FT BOAT SUP. San Francisco Pier 39. Great rental $19,995. (702) 789-2748 owner, 316 Cali¬ fornia, Reno, NV 89509.

CREW CRUISE THECARIBBEAN this coming Oct-May as First Mate aboard 41-ft sailboat doing light charters. Congenial, fit, N/S, single, Coast Guard licensed Skipper/Airline Pilot,45,57", 140#(who'd pass inspection with your mom) seeking athletic or tomboy type female (25-35), with easy going disposition, interested in sailing, snorkeling, scuba, flyfishing and exploring islands. Please write tell¬ ing me about yourself, what you’re looking for, and include recent photo to: Jay Spivack, POB 303, 177 Telegraph Rd., Bellingham, WA 98226. ADVENTURES INPARADISE Pretty petite blond sailor, young-looking sexy 37 seeking world cruis¬ ing partner. Gourmet cook, multi-lingual, refined yet adventurous, enthusiastic, rather fond of beards, wants to lavish you with tender loving care. Prefer an older man (40s or 50s) who is a bit macho yet a gentleman. Must be financially suc¬ cessful, of good character, generous and fun. Come Captain, write to me. I may be the first mate of your dreams. Suite #155,2040 Polk Street, SF, CA 94109. Photos appreciated.' NON-SHOUTING CAPTAIN, 58, in the Carib¬ bean, seeks an adventurous lady to join him on his 38' sailboat for extended cruising. Letter and photo, please. Captain, 15841 Cambridge, Ml Clemens, Mich. 48044. CREWWANTED. Experienced blue water couple to crew with seasoned five oceans skipper. Leave July 21 for Catalina & Channel Islands. Return by Aug 18 on 43-ft sloop. Mail personal details, qualifications and telephone contact to Skipper, 29 Rinconada Circle, Belmont, CA 94002. CREW AVAILABLE: 17 years sailing experi¬ ence, 4 years on 32-ft sailboat cruising in S. Pacific; F, 50, nonsmoker. Prefer Mediterranean area but will consider anywhere. PO Box 8353, Las Cruces, NM 88006. (505) 523-4417. FRIEND/PARTNER/? Male, 49,6’3’, non-smoker, diving instructor. Would like a lady to assist/help start up/financially participate in “Six-Pack’cata¬ maran in U.S. Virgins. R. Kirse, 167 Cherry St #258, Milford, CT 06460.

SINGLE SAILOR would enjoy the company of just one attractive, slender, feminine first mate 3040 who shares his love of weekend & evening sailing on the Bay & Delta. Homeport on midPeninsula. Lets talk & compare vital statistics. 349-6797 Mike. 55-FT MOTORSAILER AND CAPTAIN looking for a healthy, sincere, petite shipmate to share the cruising with. I am 45, healthy, and am finishing the boat, preparing it to cruise to Southern Califor¬ nia, Mexico, Hawaii, the South Pacific, the Carib¬ bean, the Med, etc. Help me finish it, sail it, share it. No experience necessary, just pleasant female companionship, and a desire to get away. Call Bill (415) 952-0373. LOOKING FOR CREW W/EXTENSIVE BLUE water experience? Someone energetic, consci¬ entious, dependable? And especially someone who can fix the perfect Baileys and Coffee at sunset? If so, I'm sure I can compliment your team! Paid positions only. Reine (415) 548-3158. CREW OF 2 WANTED. Age no object. Monterey to Galapagos to Caribbean. Experienced me¬ chanical-electrical. No drugs or smokers. Share expenses. 42-ft Krogen trawler. Leave Oct-Nov 1990. P.O. Box 1302, Monterey, CA 93940. USSOME SAILMATE, 39+, comely, bright, fun, artistic, secure, desires: committed lifemate Hawaii/southbound EDD2yr, genuinely available, enticing blue water man of integrity, solid values, irreverent humor, intelligence, spirituality, ro¬ mance, sound finances, no-smoker, light drinker. Sincere only w/photo. Box 1625, Sausalito, CA 94966. EXPERIENCED CRUISING COUPLE iooking for a sailing boat going to Europe or anywhere warm. Willing to leave at any time. Combined skills include offshore navigation and boat maintenance, scuba diving and great cooking. References available. Call (415) 252-0154. FEMALE SEEKING CREW POSITION: Adven¬ turous, independent, 30-yr old desires crew posi¬ tion aboard 40'+ blue water cruiserto South Pacific in 1990. Extensive schooner experience. PAD.I. scuba instructor, professional gourmetcook. Trisha Lafferty, PO Box 1460, Kihei, Maui, HI 96753, (808) 879-8056.

VACATION RENTALS NORTH LAKE TAHOE CONDO. Sleeps 4 max. Pool, jacuzzi, TV. Fully equipped. Near casinos, beaches, tennis, hiking, restaurants. $65/night Puerto Vallarta, Mex. 2BR/2BA oceanfront condo in town, daily maid, tennis, pool. 6/1 to 1/15: $75/ night. 388-1278.

DAN DELIVERS Professional Deliveries between California ports. Sail or Power USCG 50 ton Master license Call Dan at (415) 852-1168

36-FT LANDING CRAFT (Army Surplus.) 671 Grey Marine. Runs good. Bottom epoxied. Wood boat - Solid. SAN LEANDRO MARINE CENTER • Ask for Ole • (415) 351-8800

SAIL THE SEA OF CORTEZ $1,750 Oct. thru May - $1,500 June & Sept. - $1,000 July & Aug. 41-ft Morgan Outisland ketch. Sleeps 7.3 cabins, 2 heads. Fully equipped. Can be crewed and/or provisioned. The Moores (707) 765-1960

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INVERNESS, CALIF. 4 bedroom house with spectacular view of Tomales Bay on edge of Pt. Reyes National Seashore. Enjoy hiking, swim¬ ming, sunning, just relaxing only a short drive from Bay Area. Available by weekend or week. John (415) 939-3299.

NON-PROFIT WOMEN SAILORS AND BOAT OWNERS Women at the Helm is a Lesbian boating club open to all women. Monthly land and sea events, potlucks, charters and learning experiences. Write for info: PO Box 3343, Oakland, CA 94609. DAY SAILER I & II, active fleets looking for people interested in taking their boats out of storage and hitting the water. Also looking for interested buy¬ ers and sellers. The Day Sailer Exchange (415) 574-2251 leave message.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES HAWAII - 18-passenger Lahaina Harbor charter boat, slip, and 13-year business for sale, due to death, on Maui. $230,000 buys entire corp. Call Jack Seabem for prospectus. 1-800-548-1318. WATERFRONT UVE/WORK OPPORTUNITY. In Eureka. New 4,000- sq. ft. Clearspan shop building. Plus 1,000 sq. ft. office bldg, on one-third acre-next to deepwater boatyard with 150 ton travel lift. Good power & freeway access. $145,000 or $1,750/mo. (415) 654-2621.

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SCANMAR MARINE, SAUSALITO. Business is booming. We need a part/flex time person to help out in the office. Good secretariat! skills are needed, typing a must, word processing experience desir¬ able. The ability to handle detail is essential. We are in contact with sailing people from all over the world, and if cruising is your interestthis is as close as you can get to it and still work In an office. Position could lead to full time since our staff seems to sail over the horizon after a few years. Send resume & letter outlining your past experi¬ ence to: Jane-298 Harbor Dr., Sausalito, CA94965. CLUB NAUTIQUEis hiring licensed, experienced sailing instructors. We offer the most comprehen¬ sive program in the Bay Area. The pay is competi¬ tive, boat use privileges are liberal and our curricu¬ lum is excellent. Call Gus Conklin (415) 865-4700.

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INTERNATIONAL 14-FT DINGHY. Competitive, very fast. Good condition. Two sets of sails, spare rudder, trailer. Friendly, very active fleet. Will sell cheap due to travel. Asking $3,000. Call (408) 358-1309, leave msg. RANGER 20-FT. Very good condition. 4 sails, new 41/2 hp motor, dodger and other extras. On good trailer. Easy to rig, balanced sailing and unsinkable. Asking $4,000. Eves. (707) 528-6539. 25-FT NORDIC FOLKBOAT, 1979. F/G, Svendsen built. New paint, 2 sets of sails, o/b Evinrude, lots of accessories, all or part of beautifully main¬ tained boat. Alameda berth. Measured and ready to race or cruise. $9,995. (415) 376-3181. US 25-FT PEARSON YACHT, 1982. Honda 7.5 o/b. Nicely appointed interior, sleeps 4 w/comforL Excellent condition. Good Bay boat. Extras. $7,900. 228-7348 or 228-2852. ERICSON 29,1972. Completely refitted 1985. Beautiful cond w/new LPU painted hull/decks/ spars. North sails/Hood roller furling/wheel, digital wind speed/wind point. Digital depth/knot Manoverboard gear, cockpit table/cushions. Shorepower/Nautilus battery charger/Delta awning. Anchors bow & stem w/hosepipes/chain/ rode. Quality, equipped Bay/Delta cruiser. Was $24,500. Now asking $19,500. Boat in Emeryville. Fred Bissell 258-6986 M-Th, (707) 431-431-1305 F-Sun.

28-FT CHINESE JUNK. Reconstruction/resur¬ rection needed. Perfect for hardworking dreamer. Three masted, solid teak, 10-ft beam, cat walk, poop deck. Hard aground. Make offer, Jill (408) 684-1551. RAWSON 30-FT CRUISING SLOOP. Volvo dsl, raised dinette Interior, oven, big ice box, 4 bags sails, VHF. Add your own electronics and go cruising or great weekender. East Bay berth. $27,000. Trade for real estate - Bay Area to Sacramento. Call collect (916) 723-9691. CATALINA 34,1987. Excellent condition. Fast, racer/cruiser. VHF, depth, knot on pods, h/c pres¬ sure water, barrier coated bottom, self-tailing winches, lines rigged aft, large head aft, new batteries & charger, three cabins, dinghy. $52,000. Stan (916) 386-0255. HUDSON 44-FT SEAWOLF KETCH. F/G, 85 hp Ford Lehman dsl. Beautiful garden design w/ center cockpit, aft cabin & 2 cabins forward. 2 full heads, refrig-freezer, teak deck. Great liveaboard in exc. condition I Must see to appreciate. $75,000. Sherie (805) 434-2974/Ed (213) 569-7186. 38-FT RUDY CHOY POLYNESIAN CONCEPT F/G cruising catamaran. Built by W.D. Schock. Full cruise gear. 25 hp dsl, folding props. Must sell nowl $45,000. Bruce, days (805) 683-6761, eves/ wknds (805) 966-1184. VACATION RENTAL Decorator's Beach House on San Pablo Bay at the Carquinez Straits. Fish or Windsurf from your Sundeck. 3 bedrooms. Very special. 35 minutes from S.F. June 28-July 27. $1,500. Call 563-2555.

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(415) 332-531 1 36' CHEOY LEE Center cockpit ketch. Large aft cabin, 2 heads. Consid¬ ered best liveaboard for its size. Excellent cruiser. Big salon. Custom furnishing. Asking $61,000.

41'GARDEN Designed CT 41 ketch, 70 hpdsl. Recent re-fit. Huge pilothouse salon. Exc. cond. Luxury Uveaboard/ Cruising vessel. Bit. 1975. Priced to sell.

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40' BELL TRAWLER Fantastic liveaboard with all amenities including large bathtub. Double cabin with queen aft. Built 1981. Diesel. Exceptionally clean. Afforda¬ bly priced at $82,500.

50’ DeFEVER STEEL TRAWLER Built 1970. A "Go Anywhere" boat even without sailsl Bristol Condition. Fully equipped. Attrac¬ tively priced at $195,000.

DAVE SHELDON KEONI WARINNER LINDY LINDQUIST 42’ PEARSON ketch. 1980. Dsl, aux. Fully equipped - - Built --1, me. raaar. immaculate mru-ouf. inc. radar. Immaculate thru-out. Att Aft cockpit, pi private aft cabin. Great cruising boat. Anxious owner asks $ 1

^bnS^NDE^DesigneTEyAlaTGurne^Greanor active sailing on S.F. Bay. Roomy, comfortable cruiser. Downtown Sausalito berth. 1 owner.

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Golden State Diesel.60 Gorman, Bill, Yacht Sales.195

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Gove's Cove....196 GPSC Charters Ltd.143 Grand Marina.48 Grubb & Ellis.46

CakMarine Electronics.79 California Custom Canvas.74

Harbor Bay Realty.46 Hard Sails USA.72

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San Francisco Bay 3300 Powell St. Suite 8 Emeryville, CA San Diego, CA , ‘ ,_ ' . 94608 92101 ★ YACHTINGS r- A r\ J (14 r (415) 652-2109 Fax:4156581635 Fax:6192972440

FOR SALE BOAT YARD CLEARANCE New suit of sails, new LPU paint job, excellent recent race record. This boat is ready for you to join one of the hottest, fastest-growing race fleets on the Bay. Located in our yard for your inspection. A great deal at $10,000.

42' CLASSIC CHRIS CRAFT CONNIE.

43' AMPHITRITE. 1986. Gorgeous French built proven world cruiser. Exceptional soiling quote and spacious accommodations. Well equipped, perkins 4-108, full B&G electronics. Must be seen. Si 69,000. Needs offers now I

Presently under total, professional restoration. Come inspect now with work in progress. Completion time scheduled for this summer. Enjoy this restored, well-built classic on the Delta. Inquire.

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34' IRWIN CITATION. 1980.Great liveabnoard! Epoxy bottom.Loaded with equipment. Only $39,500. Must be sold!!!

41* CHEOY LEE 1979 ketch. Comfortable owners cabin, completely cruise equipped in bristol condition. $75,000.

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40' NORDIC 1980. Complete refit in '89. Epoxy boHom. LPU topside, full electronics and extensive cruis¬ ing gear. Ready for a fast ride to paradise. $155,000.

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42’ CRUISERS INC., 1988. Clean, 454's. Must be sold. Asking $169,000.

MULTIHULLS • 2S1 PTVER • Totally redone. Six sails, lOhp Honda outboard, new batteries plus stereo and speakers. Sloop rigged. $8,000. • 3ft' PTVER • New paint and non-skid top sides. Brand new Yanmar diesel. Sloop rigged. $13,000. • 32' PTVER • New paint, lOhp Faryman dsl. Ketch rigged. $19,950. • Sft' PIVER • Just dry docked, work in progress; new paint. Boat has many extras. Ketch rigged. $85,000. May take trade for smaller power boat or property. WE HAUL MULTIHULLS * CALL THE MULTIHULL EXPERTS:

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WESTSAIL 431981. Cutter. Factory built. Six sails plus spinnaker. Fast & comfortobie. NeedsTLC. Owner must sell. Move fast on this one! LISTINGS-SAIL 30' YANKEE, '88 univ-19,500 30' BABA'80, loaded!-86,500

35' ERICSON, DSl, besl!!--29,900 N 36' CHEOY LEE Yowl--99,500 \> 36' MAGttlAN, offshore trsr-57,500 38' DOWNEAST, AP/Loran-69,500 38' HANS CHRISTIAN, Serious---87,900 39' LANDFALL, 3 slrms.. ....79,500 41' BOUNTY YAWL, bluewater-OFFERS 41' ISLANDER FREEPORT... 75,000 43' MASON,'82 . 125,900 43' RHODES MS, 3 sums.....94,000 44' HYLAS/85_159,500 44' SEAW0LF, '79_22,500 45'GARDEN PORPOISE--89,500 48' CHEOY LEE.159,500 169,000 48’ CT '77,3 slrms, 2 from _ 174,000 FORCE 50. 315,000 52' CHEOY LEE, MS'81 189,000 54' CT '79,4 strms, beaulifu!.

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BAYLINER 2850,1987. Single V8 0MC I/O. Asteal. All offers considered. Asking $29,500.

SAIL 47’ CELERE, New, Sloop 44' LAFITTE, '82 44' CSV, 78, Cotter 43' AMPHITRITE, '86, Ketch 41' CHEOY LEE, 79 40' NORDIC,'81, Sloop 40' CAl-JEN, '69, Sloop 40' PRIMROSE. 74, Sloop 39' 0'DAY, '83 38' CATAUNA, '84, Sloop 38' MORGAN, 77, Sloop 36' ISLANDER, '69, Sloop 36' PEARSON, 76, Sloop 34’ IRWIN,'80, Sloop 34' PEARSON, Sloop 32' WESTSAIL, 78, Cutter 31' CHEOY LEE, '69, Ketch

POWER ..$220,000 53' ALASKAN, 77, Tiwlr 52'SEA RANGER,'86, CP MY . ....267,000 48' CAMARGUE, '88, CPMY . ....275,000 .129,500 47' NEWPORT, 70, Trwlr 42' CRUIS. INC., '88, F.B. Exprs. .179,000 42' GRAND BANKS, '81, Trwlr . .175,000 .120,000 38' NOVA, '85, Trwlr .79,000 36' DELTA, YachtF 32' UNIFLITE, 79, Spts Sedan . .59,500 32'CARVER F/B,'88, Sedan . .92,000 .95,000 31'TIERRA,'86, Express 30'COOPER,'88, Sun Deck . .77,000 30* COOPER, '87, Sedan/Conv. .90,000 30' SEA RAY, 78, Flybridge . .39,000 28' BAYLINER,'87, Express 2850.. .30,000 25'BAYLINER,'88, Sedan . .25,000

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COOPER PROWLER 30 1988. Twin Mercs. Hard top. Less than 150 hra. Seller wonts sold I Only $69,500.

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"Clean the Garage" Must Sell All off My Favorite Toys - They Have All Been Well-Cared for, and Provided Me With Years of Enjoyment 5T BURGESS SCHOONER. 1930. "Rose of Sharon". The "Queen of the Fleet" has been beautifully restored and completely rebuilt. She's the 1979 Master Mariners winner and the only schooner to still hold a transoceanic elapsed time record. Well equipped with 2-1 lOv generators. 13 bags of sails, three dinghies and more. A classic. Asking $ 195,000. 47* CHEOY LEE KETCH. 1972. Beautiful Cheoy Lee design, completely rebuilt engine with only 10 hrs on it. Recently refinished with new epoxy bottom. For sale at $79,000. 17' CHRIS CRAIT.1960. Wooden w/recently rebuilt engine, Freshwater cooled 305hp inboard. Includes trailer at $9,500.

SELECTED SAIL BROKERAGE 20‘ WINDROSE . .$5,000 24 MARTIN Full Race .7,200 24 C&C. .9,990 24 YANKEE . .10,500 25 FRISCO FLYER .... (2) From 7,700 25' CORONADO.. 7,500 25 CAL. .8,000 25 OLSON ..18,500 26 PEARSON 1977 . . OFFERS 26 PACIFIC CLIPPER ...12,500 26' S-2 w/trailer.. .18,500 27 VEGA. .12.500 27' CATALINA 27. . (3) From 9,000 27' CAL 2-27. . 17,500 27 CHEOY LEE Offshore.19,995 28 CAL, 1967. .13,500 28 HERRESHOFF . .(2) From 19,900 29' COLUMBIA. (2) From 15,500 29' CAL 2-29. .26,000 29 ELITE. .38,500 30 CHEOY LEE Ketch . . 20,000 30 WM GARDEN dbl endr.22,000 30' ERICSON . (2) From 17,900 30 KNARR..12,500 30 SANTANA 30-30. .38.500 31' CHEOY LEE KETCH . .19,200 31' COLUMBIA 9.6. . 30,500 31 MARINER KETCH .... .OFFERS 31' BOMBAY CLIPPER .. .28,500 32 ARIES. .48,500 32' CHEOY LEE M/S . .55,000 32' WESTSAIL. .56,000 34 ANGLEMAN Ketch .47,500 34 CAL. .25.000 34 RHODES SLOOP .... .18,000 34' YAWL, Cruiser. .16,000 35 JASON 35. .49,950 35 YAWL, TERE ...52,750 36 CHEOY LEE..57,000 37' RANGER. . 42,500 37 CROCKER Ketch, Classic.20,000 37' GARDEN KTCH Teak.67,500

37 STEEL CUTTER..TRY 35,000 38' FARALLONE. (3) From 29,900 38' YAWL, full cruise.35,000 39' FREYA .. 79,500 40' CAULKINS.65,000 40' YAWL.;..i. 75 000 41 NEWPORT.58,000 42' WESTSAIL.109.900 44 CHEOY LEE KETCH .110,000 44 CSY Cutter.~... 125,000 44' HARDIN Ketch .115,000 45 CORONADO SLOOP.TRY 75,000 45 STEPHENS..35,000 46' GARDEN KETCH .89,500 55' SWEDE .89,950 58’ SLOOP "Pali . 150,000 60 JONATHAN SWIFT .85,000 65 SLOCUM SPRAY.97,000 SELECTED POWER BROKERAGE 18' DEE WITE, 1931.16,500 23 VASHON . 12.500 26 WELLCRAFT.22,500 27 SAGA, diesel.29,000 27 TOLLYCRAFT. 17 000 30' CRUISER.69,500 30' SEARAY, Loaded.55,000 34 CALIFORNIAN, twin dsl.69 500 36' CHRIS CRAFT.36 000 37 HERSHINE Trawler.72 500 40 LAKE UNION CLASSIC .48 000 42 CHRIS CRAFT.89 900 42' GRAND BANKS.175,000 43' STEPHENS, Tri cbn, dsl .48 000 45 TRAWLER.49 500 47 CHRIS CRAFT. 187 500 47 PACEMAKER.118000 48 DUTCH BARGE .64,900 51 HACKERCRAFT restrd. INQUIRE 57 TRAWLER. 149 900 57' CHRIS CRAFT. 169 000 61 CHRIS CRAFT.2254100 70' KALLIS — classic.T89.500 Berthing Available

15( HERRESHOFF BULLSEYE SLOOP. The kids all learned to sail on this fun fiberglass 15 footer, so can you or your kids. A terrific knockabout. Only $4,500. 13" AVOH SPORTBOAT. An excellent play/utility boat with rebuilt 20hp Merc, never used since rebuild. $2,500 13 BOSTON WHALER. 1968. Boston Whaler's original, sturdy, function design. Fast with a 40hp Evinrude. Includes trailer. You can't go wrong. $3,800 13' METZLER "Juca". New - still in the box with newly rebuilt Honda. $2,500

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Superb Danish quality motorsailer.

An Ed Monk long range trawler.

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1990 53' CHF.OY LEE PILOTHOUSE MOTORSAILER 135hp Diesel. Bow thruster. A1 Levenson

1981 NORSEMAN 447 CTR South Pacific veteran. Loaded with cruising gear. $179,000 • John Skoriak 1984 also avail. • A1 Levenson

At Rex Docks, Sausalito

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1969 50' AMER. MARINE TWIN DSL M.S.

1981 CHEOY LEE 52' MOTORSAILER

Genset, forced air heat, 14x16 aft cabin. $179,500 • John Baier

Just on the market! Fabulous long range cruiser. $285,000 • Peter Sheppard

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1985 44' BREWER KETCH

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Two available. Try $99,000 ! dbl staterooms. Tub w/shower. Peter Sheppard • John Baier

A roomy, bright liveaboard. Serious seller! $109,500 • A1 Levenson

1980 47* GULFSTAR SAILMASTER KETCH 130 hp Diesel 7.5 kw Generator Air Conditioning Propane Heat 1953 39’ S&S LOKI YAWL Classic offshore cruiser. Newly refit! $49,500 • John Skoriak

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Very Clean • At Rex Docks Priced to Sell • $159,000 Call A1 Levenson

1969 CAL 40' Bottom stripped/recoated '87. One of Lapworth's finest designs. Reduced to $49,750 • Pete Fromhagen

1979 39' FAST PASSAGE

1970 40' HUNTER SEDAN CRUISER

1969 42' * GRAND BANKS

1987 38' LITTLE HARBOR DESIGN

Performance cruising cutter. Pacific veteran. $89,000 • Jerry Rumsey

Trade in. Twin dsls. Try $49,500 Make offer • Pete Fromhagen

Recently rebuilt, refit and surveyed. $84,500 • John Baier

Centerboard performance cruiser. A perfect "10". $135,000 • J.Skoriak/J. Baier

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17' MONTGOMERY.2 from $4,800

22' PARCMAR, full keel.$5,000

17' VAGABOND.2 from $3,995

23' SEA SPRITE, full keel.$6,800

20' SANTANA, wing keel.$7,500

24' NEPTUNE, shoal keel.$7,500

21' FREEDOM.$9,500

25' SANTANA, fin keel......$7,500

21' SANTANA.2 from $3,495

25' TANZER, fin keel.$8,800

22' CATALINA.4 from $4,750

27' CORONADO, fin keel..$8,500

22' O'DAY.3 from $5,100

27' ERICSON, fin keel.$17,500

23' COLUMBIA.$6,000

28’ CAL.2 from $9,995

24' NEPTUNE .$10,000

28’ LANCER, shoal keel.$12,500

24' WAVELENGTH .$15,500

28' SANTANA, fin keel.$16,500

25' CATALINA.$11,500

30' ISLANDER.$16,000

25' BRISTOL SAILMASTER .$10,500

30’ RAWSON .

25' SANTANA.$11,500

32' KETTENBERG.$29,000 43' C&C custom.$79,500 Loaded! Excellent condition. You must see! We must sell! Anxious, make offers!

25' MERIT.$15,900 26' BALBOA.$8,750

$29,000

26' CHRYSLER.$12,950

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$49,500

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$19,500

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1983 SEA RAY 36*

Simplicity and confidence In quality... Two basic ingredi¬ ents In a Carl Alberg design. Inboard diesel. Loran. A cruising spinnaker and an Avon dinghy are all pluses to this perfectly maintained cruiser. Worth every bit of the $35,000 asking.

If it's time for you and yours to 'graduate', June is a good month to do It and this flybridge sedan would make an ideal graduation present. Trade in your sea bag In for some comfort. Tour S.F. in the warmth of an enclosed flybridge. Asking $82,500.

1979 TRUE NORTH 34' A traditional full keel double-ender designed by Huntingford (Rdfiki), thdt Includes plenty of cruising gear. This is an Ideal two person 'escape' vessel. Come take a peek at $59,500.

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1977 CAMPER-NICHOLSON 31 * This British import has a strong following of knowledgeably critical sailors. If a manageable cruiser is your goal, put this on your 'must see' list. Uke most Europeans, the British build them to sail. Asking 526,900 ($43,000 at the current ex¬ change rate.)

PEARSON... HUNTER.. PEARSON........... HUNTER. WYUE.. ERICSON.............. ERICSON. ELITE . CAMPER-NICHOLSON

.46,900 • 3fV TARTAN .22,000 • 29“ CAL.. .21.950 . 28' CONTEST. .24,950 . 28' CAPE DORY. UVEABOARD/CRUISERS *65' STEEL KETCH . ...617,500 . 48'..MAPLE LEAF. .176.600 . 47' PERRY. .129.500 45' HANS CHRISTIAN. .137.500 . 45 HUNTER. .129,500

• 43' TASWELL..229,000 • 43' YOUNG SUN. . 41' ISLAND FREEPORT..95.000 41' C&C. .59,500 40' CHALLENGER. .67.000

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35 C&C. .82.950 . 34' TRUE NORTH. .59.500 • 32' ISLANDER. .28,000

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Every now and then one of these comes along with all the cruising gear already on It. This Is Just such a boat! SatNav. Loran. liferaft. AP, just to name a few items. And this is the best part... Asking $95,000.

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1975 PEARSON 36' Hauled & surveyed just a little over a year ago. This Is the kinda boat that won't eat up your budget while you treat your family to some really fun sailing weekends. 'Fluffy ... not stuffy'. Asking $47,500.

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CHRIS CONNIE. .169,000 KHASHING. .184,950

ANGa. GULFSTAR. TROJAN. .62.500 GRAND BANKS... .175.000 MMC. PT . ..94.500 SEA RAY 355. .82,500 CHRIS CRAFT. .81,500 BAYLINER. PHOENIX BLKHAWK. BERTRAM . .66,500

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471 CUSTOM STEVENS COMFORTS. CABO RACE VET. HOOD SAILS, BARIENT WINCHES. ASKING $250,000

441 CHEOY LEE KETCH 1981. LARGE, ROOMY INTERIOR IDEAL FOR OFFSHORE CRUISING. PERKINS AUXILIARY LORAN, FIVE HEAD SAILS. PERFECT LIVEABOARD. ASKING $100,000/OFFERS. '

19' O'DAY 192, 1985, Excellent condition with motor and trailer.$7,995 22' US ,1980. Great weekender, fabric cushions, brand new HONDA 7.5.7,995 24' FORMULA 1, 1984. Performance daysailer, self-tacking jib, ob.8,995 24' SAN JUAN, 1976 ONE-DESIGN. Great race boot, but never raced.8,950 25' CATALINA, 1985. Furling, pop-top, knotmeter, motor, REDUCED TO.11,500 25' ERICSON 25+, 1979. NEW Honda o.b., autopilot, and more. REDUCED TO 17,500 26' ERICSON, 1987. FWC diesewl, furnace, wheel & much more - LIKE NEWI ..29,900 26' ODAY, 1985. YANMAR diesel, roller furling, Loran, autopilot.18,950 27' ERICSON, 1977, & 1973. Inboard diesel, heater, stereo, sails 2 FROM... 17,950 28' MARINER, 1979. Wheel, diesel, autopilot, dodger and more.24,900 29' RANGER, 1976. Very clean, new cushions, propane slove/oven.21,750 30' CATALINA, 1977. New Sterling hull, dodger, interior, stove, heat.27,950 30' NONSUCH, 1985. B & G inst., Loran, radar, heater, dodger, etc.89,500 30' RAWSON, 1971. New 4 cyl diesel, new sails, cabin heat, more.29,950 31' CAL, 1980. 6 sails, race/cruise equipped, Autopilot.37,500 31' ERICSON INDEPENDENCE, a RARE OPPORTUNITY, clean and loaded.49,900 31' NIAGARA, 1980. Volvo- diesel, wheel, heater - great sailer.42,500 32' GULF MOTORSAILOR, 1965. Diesel, wheel, radar, Loran & much more ..39,950 32' VALIENT, 1979. Easily handled offshore cruiser, well equipped.54,900 33' HANS CHRISTIAN, 1981. Cutter, 5 sails, great interior layout.89,500 33' RANGER, 1976. Roller furling, autopilot, refrig, heat, etc.34,950 35' CORONADO, 1974, Huge aft cabin, new diesel, shower, full dodger....42,500 35' ERICSON, 1979. Diesel, 5 sails, dodger - Income Potential 2 FROM ..46,500 35' RAFIKI, 1979. New Harken furling. North Aeroluff, Autohelm.64,900 36' ALLIED PRINCESS, 1973. Blue hull, dodger, Sharpes Sea Pilot.64,900 36' COLUMBIA, 1969. NEW DIESEL, Lots of gear, great shape.34,900 36' NONSUCH, 1986. Huge cabin, separate head/shower, cabin heat.129,000 37’ NEW ZEALAND, 1969. Cold molded Kauri, SPECTACULAR!.59,900 37' RANGER, 1973. 16 sails, new hull paint, epoxy bottom - CLEAN . 46,950 37' TAYANA, 1988, Trans-Pacific single-handed veteran, like new.89,900 38' DOWNEASTER SCHOONER, 1978. Teak interior, two staterooms .69,500 38' MORGAN, 1980. New furling, dodger, COMBI instruments, and more.79,950 41' COLUMBIA, 1974. Motor sailor with huge aft cabin, heat, etc.54,950 42' COOPER 416, 1981 & 1983, Great liveaboard, equipment, 3 FROM .89,000 44' ^HANS CHRISTIAN pilothouse, well equipped.199,500 44' PEARSQJ'J Countess Ketch, 1967. Rebuilt diesel, great potential .69,500 45' LIBERTY 458, 1984. 3 staterooms, teak interior, - relocation sale.214,000 47' CUSTOM PILOTHOUSE, 1983. Turbo diesel, (12 knots) twin steering.118,000 51' TATOOSH, 1982. South Pacific cruiser, H20 maker, BEAUTIFUL.259,000 55' BALTIMORE CLIPPER SCHOONER, Very well equipped, exc. charter boat.... 125,000 65' (Overall) 55' (LOD) Devries Lentch steel ketch, radar, more.249,000

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PERFORMANCE CRUISERS 24' 30' 30' 33' 35' 38'

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36' ISLANDER.49,000 36' CATALINA.69,000 36' CS.75,000 36' MORGAN.59,500 39' CAL.65,950 40'VALIANT.110,000 40' MARINER.60,000 41' ISL/FRE^PORT.94,500 43' GIB'SEA*.159,000 45’ COLUMBIA.89,500 45'HANS CHRISTEN.137,500

POWER BOATS * 25' BAYLINER.27,500 * 28' SUNDANCER.27,000 * 30'CHRIS CRAFT.24,950 42' GRAND BANKS.175,000 45' BLUEWATER.110,000 * 57 CHRIS CRAFT.165,000 * Star indicates at our docks

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1984 PILOTHOUSE SLOOP Aft cockpit, Aft cabin, inside/outside controls, 45hp diesel, Hood stowaway boom.

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46' SPINDRIFT 1983. By Ron Hiller. 12' -10" Beam. 30, 200# Gross. Diesel 90hp. Loaded and in first class yacht condition. Asking $150,000.

32' ALDEN MOTORSAILER 1968 by Cheoy Lee . Fiberglass. Diesel. Steering inside and out. Clean. Asking $38,500.

34’ PEARSON 1984 diesel sloop. Wheel, sleeps six, new dodger, new epoxy bottom, very clean. Asking $68,000.

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