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Midwinter racing on the Bay, with variable winds and strong currents, provides a serious challenge in both one-design and handicap competition. So when a single boat wins one series (Metropolitan) in one-design and another (Golden Gate) in PHfcF I, the excitement is understandable. "Frog in French” (Grenouille) has done just that! An Express 27 that spends. summers on the lakes and reservoirs of Colorado and winters on San Francisco Bay, "Frog in French” has provided Pineapple Sails with an excellent sail testing platform in a wide array of conditions. And now, with the midwinters behind us, Pineapple Sails is ready to launch into spring. We can help you meet the challenge of the new sailing season. Call or stop by today.

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34’ CRUISING YACHT?

The 34-ft Bruce FARR IQ20* Built to Tight “One-Design” Specifications. Look what you get as Standard Equipment at no additional charge: 34’ ULTRA HIGH PERFORMANCE CRUISER/ RACER ★ Spacious teak cruising interior w/New Zealand wool cushions, & accomodations for six. ★ Stiff, responsive & easily handled by one or more as a family cruiser/racer. ★ State-of-the-art "instant" hot water heater w/pres. water & shower. ★ Com¬ pressor driven refrig./freezer. ★ Lewmar hatches. * 6 gal. holding tank & overboard discharge head system complete w/macerator pump. * Full spin. gear. * Hood 20’ 21’ 21’ 21’ 21' 22’ 22’ 22’ 22’ 22' 23' 23’ 23’ 24' 24’ 24’ 24’ 24' 24’ 25’ 25’ 25’ 25’ 25' 25’ 25’

Cal, sip, '66, f/g, ob, fin.$4,250 Buccaneer, sip, ’76, frp, ob, full. .8,000 Custom, sip, '63, wd, ob, fin.3,800 Islander, 'sip, ’65, f/g, ob, fin. .. 4,500 Northwest, sip, '78, f/g, dsl, fin. 15,000 Columbia, sip, '68, f/g, ob, fin.. .5,500 Santana, sip, ’67, f/g, ob, fin.5,500 Tanzer, sip, ’72, f/g, ob, fin.6,500 Venture, sip,’71, f/g, ob, swg. . . .4,500 Windrose/trlr, sip, '77, frp, ob. . .6,000 Mark 23/trlr, "sip, '77, f/g, ob, swgl5,000 O'Day 23, sip, '78, f/g, ob, swg.. 15,000 Ranger, sip, '76, f/g, ob, fin.14,000 Cal 2-24, sip, '71, f/g, ob, fin.7,500 Emerson, sip, ’40, wd, ob, fin.... 3,950 Islander Bahama/trlr, sip, '69, f/g. 8,500 J/24/trlr, sip, '78, f/g, ob, fin-14,500 Venture/trlr, sip, ’71, f/g, ob, fin. .4,900 Yankee Dolphin, sip, ’71, f/g, obi 1,500 Cal, sips, '68,71, f/g, 2 frm.8,500 Cal 2-25, sips, 79,’'80, f/g, 2 at. .25,500 Columbia 7.6, sip, 78, f/g, ob. . . 17,500 Coronado, sips, '67,'69, f/g, 2 frm7,900 Ericson, sip, 78, f/g, ob, fin-14,000 Ericson 25+ , sip, ’80, frp, ob. . .29,000 Vt ton racing sip, 75, frp, ob. . . 13,500 Sampgri V-1s!p, 70, f/g, ob. . . ,10,000

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Clipper Marine p.h. sip, 74.... 10,650 Columbia MKII, 70, f/g, ob.12,250 Ranger, sip, 72, f/g, ob.15,000 S-2 sip, 78, f/g, ig.28,000 San Juan/trlr, sip, 76, f/g.15,000 Albin Vega, sip, 74, f/g.19,900 Cal 2-27, 74,76,76,77, 4 frm... 25,000 Catalina, sip, 71, f/g.15,850 Cheoy Lee OS, ’64,72, 2 fm-23,000 Ericson, sip, 76, f/g.23,750 O’Day, sip, 78, f/g, id.26,000 Sail'g catamaran, ’sip, '82.30,900 Santa Cruz/trlr, sip, 74.20,000 Sun 27, sip, 77, f/g, dsl.24,500 US 27, sip, '83, f/g, dsl.29,000 Columbia, sip, 73, f/g.19,500 Hawkfarm, sip, 79, f/g, dsl.37,000 O’Day, sip, 79, f/g, dsl.32,000 Santana, sip, 76, f/g.29,500 Spirit 28, sip. 79, f/g, dsl.34,000 Cal 29, sips, 72,74,74, f/g.29,500 Cal 2-29, sip, 74, f/g, dsl.33,000 Cascade, sip, ’67, f/g, dsl.35,000 Columbia 29 Defender, sip. . . . 17,200 Islander, sip, '66, f/g.18,000 Ranger, sip, 72, f/g.27,900 Catalina, sip, 71, fib.27,950

Gran Prix sails. #1 jib mylar; #2 jib mylar; #3 jib mylar; tri-radial spin.; main w/3 reefs & sail cover. * Rod forestay w/twin stay. * LPG stove w/oven. * Back stay adjust¬ er. ★ Boom vang. * Double lifelines w/gates. ★ Lewmar winches. * All halyards & reefing led aft to cockpit. * Volvo diesel engine. +■ Hull & deck const, is hand-laid up in a humidity & temperature controlled room using the latest in mat, woven rov¬ ing cormat & alternating 90° opposed layers of uni-directional roving. When inti¬ grated with the high tech grid pan the result is the lightest, strongest product hull

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30' Ericson MKII, sip, 78, f/g.49,500 30’ Islander, sip, 76, f/g.28,000 30’ Lancer, sips, 78,78,’80, 3 frm.. 27,500 30’ Pearson, sip, 78, f/g.34,950 30’ Rawson, sip, 74, f/g.37,500 30’ Wylie Custom %, sip, 76. . f. .41,000 31’ Pearson, sip, 78, f/g.44,950 32’ Endeavor, sip, 79, f/g.55,000 32’ Ericson, sip, 70, f/g.37,500 32' Islander, sip, 76, f/g.54,900 32’ Marieholm, sip, 74, f/g.44,500 32’ Royal, sip, '59, wd, ob.27,500 32’ Targa, sip, 78, f/g, dsl.47,000 32' Traveller, ctr, 76, f/g.69,500 32' Valiant, sip, 76, f/g.73,000 32’ Vanguard, sips, '63,'65, 3 frm. . . 29,000 32’ Westsail, ctr, 74, f/g, dsl.55,000 33’ Ranger,, sip, 74, f/g.47,500 33' Tartan 10, sip, 79, f/g.. . 25,000 33’Yamaha, sip, 77, f/g.Offers 34’ Peterson, sip, ’80, f/g.62,000 34’Wylie, sip,’80, beg.65,000 35’ Santana. .2 from 70,000 35’ Ericson, sip, 79, f/g.65,000 35’ Ramus, sip, 73, f/g, dsl.65,900 36' Columbia ’68,'69,73, 3 fm*-39,500 36’ Islander, sip, 78, f/g. . ... .... .69,500

36' S-2 11.0A, sip, 79, f/g. .... .67,500 36' Yamaha, sip, ’80, f/g.89,500 37’ Fisher p.h. kch, 78, f/g..125,000 37’ Hunter, ctr, ’82, f/g, dsl.98,000 37' Irwin, ctr, ’80, f/g, dsl.66,000 38' Downeast, sip, 76, f/g.74,000 38’ Ericson, sip, '80, f/g.97,800 38’ Farr, sip, ’83, f/g, dsl.98,000 38’ Farr cstm, sip, ’80, wd.105,000 39' Cal, sip, 71, f/g, dsl.69,500 39’ Lidguard, ctr, ’81, Kauri.95,000 40' C&C cstm, sip, 79, f/g.105,000 40’ Lady Helmsman, 79, f/g.62,500 40’ Newporter, kch, ’58, wd.79,500 40’ Valiant, ctr, 77, f/g.125,000 42’ Spencer, sip, ’66, f/g.69,000 42’ Westsail, kch, 76, f/g.145,000 44' Lancer m.s., sip, ’80, f/g.175,000 44' Peterson, sip, 75, f/g.117,500 45' Explorer, kch, 79, f/g.122,500 45’ N.Z. Cruise, kch, 74, wd.127,000 46' Herreschoff, kch, 74, wd.125,000 47’ prdn Vagabond, 73/75,’84, 2 frm. 150K 47’’ Olympic OS, kch, 74, f/g.128,500 50’ Gulfstar, kch, 79, f/g.190,000 58’ Stone cstm kch, 75, f/g. ..... .270,000

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Beneteau 42 '"The Lady Be"—A full ocean racing equipped yacht that is from the board of the competitive minded German Frers and state of the art in construction. SORC bound, she is available for sale either before or after the event and promises to be in "the Hunt" for sometime to come. $199,000

Islander 36—A fine example of the popular Islander 36 class. Built in 1976. Equipped with full spinnaker gear, backstay adjust¬ er, windspeed, point, autopilot, dodger, 5 sails, safety gear and Atomic 4. Never abused and ready for the coming season. ' $66,500

SELECT BROKERAGE

30' Catalina 1981—As new and fully equipped. VHF, Wind speed, Knotmeter, Depthsounder with alarm. Spinnaker gear, Diesel, Wheel, Hot and Cold pressure water, Saftey gear, Main/w 2 Reefs, 110% jib and spinnaker. She's a beauty. Located at our dock. v $37,500

43' Endeavor 1979—A

roller furling main, roller furling genoa and mizzen simplify sail handling aboard this Americanbuilt cruiser. She has sailed the East Coast and Gulf. Enjoy spa¬ cious liveaboard accommodations with 6'6" headroom and three cabins. Equipped with a stand-up refrigerator-freezer, combi, auto pilot, five sails and life raft. $149,500

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22' Douglas Mcleod sloop, 1973, East Coast cruiser .11,950 23' RANGER, 1976, Cruised in Bay, very clean.13,250 23' VASHON POCKET CRUISER, 1980, Inside steering . . .24,900 23' RANGER, 1976, Race rigged .12,850 * 25' SANTANA 525, 1978, Race equipped.16,500 25'Coronado 25, 1968, super condition and gear.9,500 *25' Cal 25, 1973, sharp looking—one design YRA .12,000 26' INT'L FOLKBOAT, 1969, Aries Vane very nice .16,500 26' PEARSON 26, 1975, Nice family cruiser .13,500 26'PEARSON ARIEL, 1965, Good starter boat.13,000 26' PEARSON ARIEL, 1966, Total refit + cruise gear.18,500 27'Contest 27C, 1972, Race equipped .23,950 27'Cal 2-27, 1976, Lines led aft, very clean.25,000 * 27' ERICSON, 1978, Very clean, owner transfer.28,500 * 27' SUN 27, 1977, Perry Design built in U.S., clean.23,000 27' CATALINA, 1973, Sharp, very clean, hard to find.16,750 "27' CATALINA, 1971, Custom Features .17,000 * 27' COLUMBIA, 1978, 8.3 inboard, clean, roomy .28,500 27' O'DAY, 1976, Clean and sharp.,.22,500 27'ROYAL VIKING SLOOP, 1963, WoodBeauty.15,000 28'PEARSON 28, 1977, Excellent condition.31,500 28' ISLANDER ATOMIC, 1977, 4 Main, 110, 150 Dewitt . .31,000 * 28'COLUMBIA 28, 1967, Good Cruiser, clean.13,750 *28' CAL, 1967, In our harbour, make offer .16,500 * 28' HAWKFARM, 1978, Reduced .26,500 * 29' CAL 2-29, 1975, Diesel, Wheel, Rl. Furling.3 1,750 30'J 30, 1979,.loads of gear, race or cruise.43,500 30' PEARSON DODGER, 1973, Auto Pilot.29,950 30'CATALINA, 1981, Diesel, Spinnaker Gear.37,500 30'HUNTER 30, 1978, Wheel, Diesel, like new .31,950 * 30' CONTEST, 1970, Dutch Built.24,500 * 30' SANTANA, 1976, Diesel, New Paint, Loran.35,000 3d* ISLANDER MKII, 1971, Spin. Gear, Dodger.26,500 3 1' MARIAH 31, 1978, Blue water vessel.68,000 32' Valiant 32 Cutter, 1976, nice cruiser—reduced.68,000 32'WESTSAIL 32, 1973, Full cruise gear liveaboard .57,000 32'PEARSON VANGUARD, 1963, New hull paint, clean .30,000

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Cal 2-27 1976—Spic and span. Cal quality and sturdiness blended with a spacious teak interior. Strong one-design racing class speaks for her popularity and fine sailing characteristics. All lines lead aft. 4 sheet stoppers, 5 sails, VHF, Knotmeter, Depth finder. Priced to sell quickly. A very good buy.... $24,950

32' VANGUARD, 1965, Proven Cruiser ..35,000 * 32' ISLANDER, 1977, Custom Features.53,950 33'Ranger, 1977, Excellent Condition.47,500 33' HUNTER 33, 1982, Like new, roomy interior.44,000 33' CHEOY LEE CLIPPER KETCH, 1979, Loaded .66,700 33'YAMAHA 33, 1979, As new, stiff Bay sailer ..51,000 * 33' TARTEN 10, 1979 .37,000 34' WYLE 34, 1980, Race equipped, Loran C.65,000 35' MARINER 35, 1966, Wood, well maintained .49,500 35'ERICSON 35, 1975, 7 sails, new interior cushions ...,49,950 35' ERICSON 35, 1976, Spinnaker Gear, Hull LPU.55,000 * 35' C&C 35 MKII, 1974, Race Ready, Loran C.67,500 36' Islander, 1976, well equipped to race or cruise.66,500 36' Islander, 1978, very clean Diesel engine .70,000 36' PEARSON, 1973, Ocean ready, life raft .61,000 37' RAFIKI, 1980, Loran C, Sat Nav, S.F. berth.89,000 37' GULFSTAR 37, 1978, Cruise equipped Tan Bark Sails .85,000 37' ENDEAVOUR, 1982, a beauty .89,700 38'C&C, 1976, excellent value .63,500 * 39' CAL, 1971, Ocean Cruiser-Wind Vane.70,000/OFFERS 39' FREYA 39, 1978, Radar, Weather FAX, new diesel ..115,000 39'"LOKI" YAWL, 1953, Total recondition.120,000 40' C&C, 1979, Perfect condition.129,500 40' C&C 40, 1979, Custom Signet 4000, 10 Sails .105,000 40'KETTENBERG, 1961, Wood, South Pacific Veteran .,.45,000 * 41'OVERSEAS 41, 1975, Ketch, Cruise Ready .69,000 43' ENDEAVOUR, 1979, Center Cockpit Ketch.149,000 43' PORTOBELLO KETCH, 1964 .99,000 45' CSTM NEW ZEALAND KETCH, 1974.1 35,000 46' MORGAN KETCH, 1979, Cruise equipped .172,500 50' Force 50, 1983, Pilot House Ketch LOADED.249,000 Will take 35' sailboat in trade

ED MILANO, BROKER JACK WOIDA, SALES *Located at Brickyard Cove

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J-30 1979—An extensively equipped and maintained J-30. She has been successfully raced in San Francisco Bay and offshore under PHRF, IOR and MORA. Close inspection shows attention to detail in special rigging and sail handling gear. Class sails plus additional spinnakers and blooper. Still competitive and in beauti¬ ful condition. $43,500

Contest 27C 1972—A custom sloop by Dick Zaal and built in Holland. She is truly a dual performer,; winning races for her pres¬ ent owner and cruising with his family. Deck equipment includes full spinnaker gear, 7 winches, all lines lead aft, halyards are inter¬ nal. Full Brooks an$ Gatehouse sailing instruments. 12 Sails, Full awning and ground tackle. If you want the best of both worlds, look no further. $23,950

37' Rafiki 1980—A well found, seakindly, blue water cruising cutter constructed with an Airex core hull. Aluminum spars, Sails by DeWitt and Pineapple. Fully equipped with Trimble Loran, Magnavox Sat Nav & full instrumentation. In superb condition. Call for full inventory. $93,000"

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Cruising World Yachts is proud to represent this outstanding line of French made yachts. The Elite yachts feature the finest in Euro¬ pean craftsmanship and a superb value at this time due to the excep¬ tional exchange rate. All yachts come fully equipped with the in¬ dustry's finest, including sails. Presently we are showing the fantastic 37’ model but the line does include 29’, 32’, 45V 50’ and 64’ models. At our docks we are currently showing the 29’, 32’ and 37’.

SAIL BROKERAGE LIST 20’ Marlehelm MS. 13.950 21 ’ Wilderness ... reduced to 15,500 22* Pyramid. 8,860 22’ Bristol. 7,950 24’ Farr 7.27 . 14,500 24’ J-24 . 18,500 24’ San Juan. 19,500 25’ Buccannar. 10,950 25’ Bob Smith. 15.600 25* Ericson - Swing Keel . from 13,600 25 Yamaha 26.500 25’ Pacific Seacraft tram 27,500 25’ Merit . 21,000 25’ Bahama 10.900 26 Pilothouse sloop 9.900 26’ Mull 22.900 26’ Ranger.14,500 26’ Cheoy Lee Frisco flyer.... 19,000 27 Bristol 13 950 27’ Santa Cruz .21.950 27’ Hor-Sea .from 39,800 27 Fin Gal 15.500 27 Cane Dory 29 950 27 Morgan 25 000 IV Cneoy Lee Offshore. 28,500 ZT Vega.. . 24,950 27 Morgan 25 000 27’ US. 29,500 28’ H-28 . 24,900 28’ Peter Norlin Sloop ... ... 34,000 28’ Alberg. 35,900 29’ Van de Stadt........ from 29,950 29’ Columbia.— 22,500 30’ Bristol. 54,900 30’ Buccaneer 295 . 35.500 30’ Fisher Pilot House. 63,500 30’C S Hunt Sloop . . . . . .. 47,000 30’ Wilderness. 47,900 30 Alberg Odyssey. 25,000 30 Rawson.from 23,900 30’ Hunter.31,500 30’ Cal. 25,500 30’ Pearson.. reduced te 35,900 31’ Pearson. 48,000 311 Sea Eagle. 54,000 31’ Angleman Gaff Ketch .... 37,500 31’ Herreshoi: Cat Ketch 54.900 32’ Pearson . 29,950 32’Ericson . 32,900 32’OeFevre ...... 32,000 32’ Bingham . 49,950 32' Nantucket Clipper 46.500 32’ Islander. 54,000 32’ WastsaN 3 from 39,500 32’ Traveler .2 (f#m 47,900 S3’ Pearson Vanguard ...... 29.500

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21’ Freedom. A truly exciting racing/

Moore 24’ This quick little boat is ready for some competitive racing or weekend cruising. She’s in top condition and sports 11 bags ot sails plus a trailer for only $16,950. Ask tor Mike

Cheoy Lee. "Frisco Flyer." Brlghtwork just refinlshed on this beautilul little cruiser Priced to sell at $19,000. Contact Pete

Trintllla 29’ A proven cruiser that’s an

30’ Cal. An excellent performing full

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eye pleaser too. Well equipped and ready for warmer latitudes. Only $29,950. Ask tor Dave.

keel cruising design in excellent condi¬ tion. New inboard, five sails, full elec¬ tronics. etc. Upgrade to recent survey recommendations. Ask for Chet.

cruising one design. Single hand the spinnaker or race w/a novice. All sail handling is done from the cockpit. Come see this exciting new design and go for a demo sail.

~r 30’Wilderness with 27 6/ 120 rating. Barient winches and extensive racing gear 15 bags, five ol which are spin¬ nakers 7hp BMW diesel with Martec prop Professionally maintained and a Transpac veteran. MAKE OFFER1

30’ Rawson. An exceptionally clean and

well maintained blue water cruiser with considerable inventory. This yacht is ready for warmer climates and steady breezes. .Asking $38,000. See Dave.

ance cruiser from Sweden. Outstanding speed and performance plus Swedish quality and beauty. A true pride of ownership boat. Contact Chet, $85,000.

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Pearson You must see the customized teak interior on this highly maintained yacht. A good comfortable sailor w/liveaboard amenities Call Joyce $37,500.

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38’ Conqubin. An exceptional perform¬

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Rugged and roomy blue water cruiser w/large Hush deck. Light and airy below with all the amenities. See Dave for showing. At our docks. 38’ Globe.

SAIL BROKERAGE LIST 33’ Tartan. . 85,800 34’ Saa Spirit. . 45,000 34’ Hem Christian . . 79.500 34’ Peterson sloop . . 50,960 34’ Cel. . 55,950 34’ Islander. . 53,000 35’ U.S. "Jerrl-RIg” . 95,950 35’ Finn Seller .... . 39.500 35’ Rasmue. . 58,500 07.000 35’ C. C. Yorktown . 35’ Fantasia. . 84.000 36’ Union. . 78.000 38’ Freeport Wander.. from 115,000 38’ Globe draitlcaUy reduced to 94,500 38’ Concubln.reduced to 85.000 38’ Faraflon Clipper. 48.000 38’ Atajuela. 107,500 38’ C & C . 109,995 38’ Hans Christian Trad, from 105,000 39’ Hans Chrlst’n Pilot House 149,000 40’ Rhodoss . 89.500 40' BoydeA Young custom 25,000 40' Rhodes. 48.500 40' Challenger. 83.000 41' Freeport Islander 41 ’ Bennett . 41’Morgan 415 115,000 41' Morgan 01. 104,900 42' U. S. 129,500 43' Hans Christian cutter 2 from 139.900 44’ LaFitte.217.000 45’ Custom New Zealand Ketch 135,000 45’ Columbia 106,000 47'Vagabond ... 150,000 48’ Mapleleaf 225,000 50 Gulfstar. 190,000 54’ Sampson/Easley Ferro . 72,000 57’Swan 2 from 340,000 65' Swan.

38’ C & C Landfall, a swift offshore

passage maker of uncommon quality and comfort Recent price reduction and a must sell situation Make any offer $97,000. Call Chet for details

Challenger An exceptional liveaboard with an excellent gear listing A must see for anyone serious about cruising $83,000. Ask for Chet '

POWER BROKERAGE LIST 23’ Vashlon . . $24,900 29,000 32’ Pacemaker 34’ Chris Craft. 15,500 62,500 34’ Executive. 37’ Californian Trawler 79,900 47,500 41’ Matthews 42’ Matthews 52,000 42’ Owens Concord 56,000 . 159,900 48’ Chris Craft 135,000 48’ Custom Trawler 167,000 57’ Chris Craft . 60’ flusk dock aluminum cruiser n non .vvU.UUU

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STORE OPENING SALE

Boafers Supply Prices Good Thru 4/1/84

Annoucing the Opening of our New Emeryville Store on Friday, March 16th. Many Other Specials at Both Locations JTM THE RACING REEFER1

From Reefing to Racing in 1 Minute! Now you can have the best of both worlds! Cruis¬ ing Design has redesigned the double groove foil and equipped it with special feeders and prefeeders that (make sail changes smooth and fast. The low-profile continuous line drive mech¬ anism is the best design for racing or cruising — there's no chance of jamming the 'furling line and it brings the tack down to 3-mches off

INFLATABLES have long been recognized as the best quality and the best long-term value — now they are among the best priced! This month we are featuring the Rover 3.10 — an ideal tender or runabout — 10-ft long, holds five peo¬ ple, and planes with a ten h.p. motor.

Includes: transom fiberglass wood

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the deck on most boats — giving you the longest luff length of any reefing system. To convert the Racing Reefer from cruising to racing simply pull two quick release pins to remove the Cun¬ ningham, snap on the racing tack fittings, hoist the jib and you’re off! It’s that simple!!

List: 1195.00

Model RR-7C RR-8C

shown with optional bow dodger & extra fiberglass seat

Bt Lngth 25-30’ 30-33’

List $820. 1145.

Sale $549. $769.

Model Bt Lngth RR-9C 33-37’ RR-12C 37-48’

List 1200. 1600.

Sale $799. $1099.

MOORING SALE! BUY 3 OF ANY TYPE & SAVE EVEN MORE!

“LINE MASTER” SNUBBERS Line Size 3/8” 1/2-5/8” 3/4”

List 16.90 19.90 29.50

Sale 11.29 13.39 19.79

List 4.00 pr 4.50 pr 5.00 pr 5.50 pr

Sale 3.00 3.39 3.75 4.19

4-1/2” 5-1/2” 6-1/2” 8-1/2”

LEATHER CHAFE KITS Line Size 3/8 - 7/16” 1/2” 5/8” 3/4”

TAYLOR FENDERS

3+ Special $10.29 ea 11.99 ea 17.79 ea

Size x 16” x 20” x 23” x 27”

List 7.95 11.10 17.50 30.10

Sale 5.39 7.49 11.79 19.99

3+ Special $4.79 6.66 10.50 17.95

Sale 12.69 16.69 21.99 24.79

3+ Special 11.36 14.86 19.66 22.06

3+ Special $2.68 2.99 3.39 3.69

DOCK LINES Line Size 3/8” x 15’ x 20’ 1/2” x 15’ x 20’ x 25’

REDWOOD CITY 635 Bair Island Road (East on Whipple Exit, Hwy 101, Opposite Peninsula Marina)

(415) 365-7874

List 6.50 7.65 9.75 12.95 14.69

Sale 4.89 5.79 7.39 9.79 10.99

3+ Special $4.36 5.16 6.56 8.66 9.86

Boaters Supply OPEN 7 DAYS* A WEEK Mon-Sat 9-5; Sun 10-4; *Thur Eves til 8

TWO CONVENIENT LOCATIONS

gppr Line Size” 1/2” x 30’ 5/8 x 20’ x 30’ x 35’

List 16.90 22.15 29.29 32.95

EMERYVILLE 1290 Powell St. (East on Powell Exit, Hwy 80, Entrance on Beaudry St.)

(415) 654-7272

IF YOU KNOW THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAY ALREADY QUALIFY FOR THE LOWEST BOAT INSURANCE RATES IN THE BAY AREA. >

OWEN & COMPANY

DIRK KRUIDENIER ALAMEDA ,CA. (415) 522-5424 page 13

JERE OWEN SACRAMENTO, CA. (916j 924-3100

PASSPORT 47 Designed & Described by Robert Perry

"Each new design captures and im¬ proves upon the best features of my previous designs... the PASSPORT 47 is a beautiful combination of classic lines above the water and a fast, modern hull." "The PASSPORT 47 is a big, powerful, stiff hull... because of her fine entry she should be very weatherly... just a fast comfortable cruising boat..."

"With a boat such as the PASSPORT 47 you get a4ast yacht without compromis¬ ing the comfort aspects —a rare blend." "Passport Yachts puts more effort into estab¬ lishing, maintaining and improving qual¬ ity than many of the builders I work with." "The quality that is built into each PASSPORT is unsur¬ passed."

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Attend the Grand Premiere of the Passport 47 on March 17th

Passport 40 ■ 42 ■ 42 Pilothouse ■ 47 Center or Aft Cockpit ■ 51 Center or Aft Cockpit

YOUR PERFORMANCE CRUISING CENTER

1220 BRICKYARD COVE ROAD « POINT RICHMOND, CA 94801 • 415/236-2633 page 14

mm North Atlantic convoy duty on board HMS BELFAST during the winter of 1942; members of the deck crew fought the ‘other battle’-the ice. Work parties cleared the way with picks and shovels, forking for hours on the wet, cold and windswept decks. Never was the daily tot of Pusser’s Rum ® so much appreciated as after one of these sessions. One crewman wrote, “I was standing there shivering from the icy spray. Someone handed me a tot of Pusser’s. I thanked him, drank it down, and a minute later I never felt better in my life.” The Pusser’s Rum tradition was a big part of the Battle for the North Atlantic. The cold and the wet made the men’s daily ‘tot’ of Pusser’s the highlight of their everyday life. For more than 300 years, from the days of Nelson, wooden ships and iron men, the Royal Navy issued a daily rum ration on board Their Majesties’ ships. This tradition, one of the longest sea traditions, carried forward from 1655 to 31st July, 1970. When you drink British Navy Pusser’s Rum, you’re drinking the same superb rum that was standard issue on board ships of the Royal Navy. It is said by connoisseurs to be one of the world’s finest rums. The Royal Navy Sailor’s Fund receives a substantial donation from the worldwide sales of Pusser’s Rum. The Pusser’s contribution is the Fund’s largest source of income aside from the original bequest.

For how to find it, contact: Sally Nelson ■ SAN FRANCISCO/REDWOOD CITY, (415) 467-4000" OAKLAND, (415) 893-8402 a SANTA CLARA, (AM ONLY) (408) 727-4060 ■ SAN RAFAEL, (AM ONLY) (415) 453-2026" SALINAS, (408) 424-0821 ■ STOCKTON, (209) 466-5631 * SACRAMENTO, (916) 927-2733 ■ FRESNO/BAKERSFIELD, (209) 291-0653 ■ SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, (213) 775-7281 /

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JAMES CATTO AND CO., NY. NY* 95.5 PROOF

Clearing The Ice: North Atlantic Convoy Duty 1942

CATALINA JO (1979) Atomic four, sails include main, 110, 80% jibs, whisker pole, many custom items plus full inventory, $33,900.

CATALINA 27 (1973) ‘ N A unique prof, maintained Bay sailing boat with ample interior space for pleasurable weekending. Full cockpit (dodger, working sails, + 85% genoa. $17,500.

CAL 29 Farymann diesel aux., VHF, fatho, wind inst., CNG stove, 4 mains, 6 head sails, 5 spinnakers, 2 staysails. $36,000

belles RANGER 29 (1974) Faryman diesel, VHF, 2 compasses, fatho, wind speed & dir, halyard winches, 4 sheet winches, working sails plus 110% genoa and spinnaker. $28,500.

Lowrie Yacht Harbor 40 Point San Pedro Road San Rafael, CA 94901

(415) 454-7595

32 ERICSON Bit 72, Atomic 4 aux., VHF, fatho, auto battery chrg, New in¬ terior, New main, 2 jibs, whisker pole, New winches $35,500

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YOUR BOAT COULD BE FEATURED HERE NEXT MONTH.

35 FUJI CRUISING KETCH (1974) Perkins diesel, good equipment list plus traditional cruising in¬ terior. Priced right for the serious cruiser. $69,$00.

10.7 METER COLUMBIA (1978) Yanmar dsl, full galley with Hillrange, pres. H/C water, good electronics, std. working sails plus 110% genoa. $63,000. or trade down.

Call: Bruce S. Jacobs or Jay deBeaubien

CT 41 PILOTHOUSE CRUISING KETCH (1976) Hard to find P/H w/inside helm + traditional cockpit steering. Gear inch VHF, fatho, ADF, knotlog, autopilot, cockpit dodger, pres. H/C wtr, sails inch working main, roller jib, genoa, club stays’l, mizzen. DISTRESS SALE / NEED OFFERS!

35 ERICSON SLOOP (1979) This 35 has been immaculately maintained and cared for. She has a good inventory for safe & enjoyable sailing. Please call us for full particulars. REPO, OFFERS.

43 POLARIS CUTTER (1979) A spacious cruiser with all the necessary gear. List inch Loran C, autopilot, VHF, sounder, windlass, dodger, pres. H/C water, 6 sails, & a long list of additional items. $109,000.

QUALITY LISTINGS NEEDED Let us feature your yacht next month. We have 20 front row slips available for outstanding brokerage yachts.

page 16

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2540 BLANDING AVENUE ALAMEDA, CALIFORNIA 94501

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2222 East Cliff Drive Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (408) 476-5202

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INTRODUCING . . .

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Available for Race Charter.

Pacific Cup? Call Now!

iver 20 years of dedicated experience

Freeport Islander 41: A fine cruiser. Aft cabin: 6'4" headroom in main salon sleeps eight. All amenities. 1980 at $125,000.

Cal 2-30

Cal 31: 1980, High Quality, well maintained, extensive gear list - $55,000

Santana 22

Santana 525: Clean and well-equipped. We took it in trade, your chance to save: Make Offer.

Cal 25,1980: Very little time on this one — approximately 25 hours on the diesel — $23,500.

New sails - very clean - an excellent offer at $5995

Size

New diesel - immaculate - a fine example of this popular Lapworth design, $29,000.

SELECTED BROKERAGE: Manufacturer

Year

Price

SAIL 20'

Cal (new sails)

1964

4,995

21' 21' 21'

Burns (reduced) Wilderness Yngling

1982 1978 1972

12,900 10,600 3,995

22' 24' 24' 25' 25' 25' 27' 27' 27' 27' 28'

Santana Moore, 3 from Columbia Santana 525 Catalina Cal Diesel/reduced Cal Express O'Day Santa Cruz Maire

1976 1964 1980 1979 1979 1971 1982 1976 1982

6,600 15,500 6,800 offer 15.500 23,500 16,500 29,500 23,900 19,950 28,500

Size

Manufacturer s

Year

Price

Size

Manufacturer

2-30' 30' 30' 30' 30' 30' 30' 31'

Cal Un-30 Windjammer Erickson Olson, 2 from Custom Islander Cal 31

1968 1980 1978 1968

29,000 28,000 24,500 32,500 25,000 22,500 29,500 55,000

37' 38' 40' 41' 50' 50'

Swan Farallone Clipper Olson 40 Freeport Islander Offshore Santa Cruz

33' 33' 34' 35' 35' 424

Wylie Ranger Islander Santana Coronado Pearson

1979 1977

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1976 1980

1980 1981 1971 1980

75,000 46,500 53,000 66,950 40,000 149,950

Year

Price

1972 1957

89,000 65,000

1982

129.000

1980

125,000

1972 1981

185,000 200,000

SAIL/MULTI-HULL 16' 38' 40'

Hobie Nat. w/trailer 1980 Brown Multi

3,000

1971 1974

59,000 45,000

1980 1980 1962

40,000 37,500 95,000

POWER 24' 26' 47'

Skipjack — turbo Shamrock — turbo Monk

At the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor 2222 East Cliff Drive Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (408) 476-5200

Where Quality is a Matter of Course, page 20

BROOKES & GATEHOUSE Why even take a chance on getting lost? Top-quality marine electronics just aren’t that expensive at all. Take B&G’s new Hornet 4 instrumentation system. It’s been designed specifically for cruising vessels needing accurate and dependable sailing information. Although B&G has always been considered the best and the most expensive, the New Hornet 4 System is price-competitive with even mediocre systems! Not only do you get full cockpit instrumentation in analog or digital format, but included in the price is a complete nav-station repeater and control unit. The System has full adjustable alarms to tell you about changes in wind speed, boat speed, wind angle, battery voltage, and distance-traveled. The System will function down to 8.5 volts and current drain for typical System is less than 0.2 amps! Call or write for a free color brochure. Boat Speed

360° Wind Angle

Wind Speed

Suggested list price for complete system, (incl. 3 analog cockpit displays) *2395

SALE *1995

Maqnavox Magnavox Advanced

Boat Speed

360° Wind Angle

Depth

Products and Systems Company

The incredible Magnavox MX4102 sat-nav won’t let you get lost. . .it’s that easy to use. Magnavox quality, reliability and PRICE make this the most popular sat-nav on today’s market. Two buttons'call up any of more than 40 key navigation facts. The full-programmed tracking and outstanding sensivity (will pick up most passes with only a VHF hand-held “rubber duckie’’ for ah antenna) insure more high-accuracy fixes than competitive units. Magnavox has lowered the price of the MX4102 and is now offering a special package price on a complete automatic dead-reckoning system. It’s hard to believe anyone would seriously consider any of the alter¬ natives. Other features include 5-year memory backup, course, distance & ETA from present position to 9 waypoints, or from waypoint to waypoint, and a worldwide Magnavox service network. Call for a free brochure or to discuss your specific needs. New list *2495

SALE $2195 j

Complete Package (incl. MX4102 Sat-Nav, MX35 Compass, #42L Speed Tranducer and Interface Card) List Price $3260

SALE *2695

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(408) 425-8100

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The continents finest sailing yachts have arrived Once in awhile, a product comes along that is so exceptional, people find the claims difficult to believe. The remarkable Elite Yachts, just introduced in America, are just such products. And now you can see for yourself whether or not our claims are true. Elite Yachts offer so much luxury, quality and performance that other sailboats simply do not compare. And when you realize that the extremely favorable exchange rate between French and U.S. currency allows these exquisite yachts to be priced with boats like O'Day, Catalina and Hunter, you will agree that the value is, indeed, incredible. as a standard of uncompromising beauty during the show. Once you've seen an Elite, your concept of sailboats will never be the same again. Elite 29: Winner of the 1983 World Half Ton Cup in Sweden. $39,900

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SELECT IOR LISTINGS

NEW YACHT LINES

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Moody Yachts ... 34’ • 41’ • 47’

Santana Yachts. • Wavelength 24 • • 30/30 • 30/30 GP • • 35 • New York 36’ • Shock 41 GP •

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Peterson 42

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Soverel Yachts ...

Schumacher 38

• 33’ • 39’ • 50’ •

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SANTANA 20. .$6,500.00 WILDERNESS 21. . . ' .14,000.00 WILDERNESS 22. . . .6,900.00 MOORE 24. 15 non nn NEPTUNE 24 w/trailer. .15,000.00 RANGER 26. ... 14 5on nn NEWPORT 27. . . ... 18 soo nn ISLANDER 28. . 33 Rnn nn NEWPORT 28. . . . 34 non nn US-30. oq cnn nn NEWPORT 30. ... 43 5nn nn HUNTER 30. .3.3 Ron nn SANTANA 30. ... 4Q Q5n nn SANTANA 30/30 well-equipped racer. .49,999.00 (3) SANTANA 35. -from 55,000.00 NEW YORK 36. . . . . . 85 nnn nn NEWPORT 41. 85 nnn nn CUSTOM 41 KETCH. . .OFFERS . _

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Choice

PERFECT IN ANY ROLE C^ANYWHERE

The MOODY 41, an all new design and layout is a gen¬ uine, performance cruising yacht, easily handled by a family crew. She has elegant lines, sails exceptionally well and is more than suitable and already well-proven for long distance passage making in a comfortable fash¬ ion.

shallow bays, creeks, or the Caribbean. (4’0” up and 7’6” down). The MOODY 41 is a yacht for all seasons and all waters. Discover four generations of British yachtbuild¬ ing at its best! Moreover, MOODY YACHTS are also available in sizes 27, 31, 34, 44, 47, 52, 60 and 63-feet.

The privacy and comfort down below is assured with an incredible layout of three separate cabins, two heads and a spacious main salon with a navigation corner, complete with electronics and a U-shaped galley, fitted with a propane stove and instant hot water. Great care and attention is given to the details and teak finish, including a very complete sail-a-way inven¬ tory list. Her clean, uncluttered decks are equipped with high quality Lewmar hatches, winches, Proctor mast, double lifelines, anchor winch, plenty of dorades, dod¬ ger, working sails and jeefy reefing. A 48 h.p. diesel and navigation instruments are also standard, including a Lloyds Hull certificate. The 4T is an ideal yacht forcharteror live-aboard. She is available also with a centerboard option, for exploring

Call us for a close inspection and comparison, for value and affordable quality! You’ll find the yacht of your choice. A MOODY YACHT, Perfect in Any Role.

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CALENDAR Non-racing March 3-4 — Lake Merritt’s Junior Sailing Seminar. Two days of lectures, films and on-the-water instruction. (408) 374-4935 or (415) 724-5896. . ' . March 3-4 — North’s weekend course on sail shape, rig control, boat handling and more at USF Lone Mountain campus in San Fran¬ cisco. $125 for skipper, $84 each additional family or crew. (415) 522-5373. March 5 — Basic and intermediate sailing classes at the Berkeley Marina. Classes begin throughout the month. Basic Windsurfing be¬ gins March 7. Call UC Aquatic Center, (415) 642-4000. March 5-9 — Cal Maritime Academy’s Dept, of Continuing Mari¬ time Education offers courses in Emergency Medical Training at the Vallejo campus. Also March 12-16. Call John Denham, (707) 644-5601, x. 331 for more details. March 7-11 — Another boat show — 10th Annual Sacramento Valley Marine Assoc.’s Boat Show at Cal-Expo. (916) 482-8190. March 9 — First in series of seminars on “Fundamentals of Rac¬ ing” at Sausalito Cruising Club: Strategy and Tactics, Boat Speed, Sail Shape, Spinnakers, Rules and Protests. (415) 332-9349. March 9 - Singlehanded Sailing Society’s TransPac Seminar on Boat Preparation and Jury Rigging at the Island YC. 7:30 p.m. Gene or Dottie Haynes, (415) 523-6200. March 10 — Corinthian YC Sailor’s Swap Meet at 9 a.m. Seller $3, buyers free. Coffee and donuts in the bar. Reserve a spot early. (415) 435-4771. March 10 —"Coronado 25 Fleet 7th Annual Sail Clinic at Sausali¬ to Cruising Club, 10-4 p.m. For racers and cruisers with guest speak¬ er Kame Richards. Elaine Kozak for registration, (415) 332-3380. March 10-11 - Alaska Crabfest in Whittier, Alaska. Prizes for the largest crabs caught in 12 hours. Polar Divers Association, SRA 818, Anchorage, Alaska 99502. March 11 - Horizon Charters’ Open House at Marina Village. Check out the 50 yachts available for charter. (415) 521-5370. March 13 — Hearing for Secret Love for rules of the road viola¬ tions. Coast Guard Support Center on Government Island, Ala¬ meda, Bldg. 54-C, Rm. 356 at 10 a.m. Open to the public. March 14 — Women in Nautical Enterprises lecture on The Sun, The Sea and Your Skin, with plastic surgeon, Dr. Ronald Iverson, 7:30 p.m. at Metropolitan YC. Janet Gomez, RN, (415) 886-5245. March 14 — Santana 22 Fleet sponsors Tides and Currents semi¬ nar with Kame Richards. 7:30, Island YC. (415) 521-1394. March 17 - Full moon tonight. Also St. Patrick’s Day. Dress in green and go for a moonlight sail! March 17-18 - Protest Management Seminar for race officers and judges at the St. Francis YC. Sponsored by the YRA Certified Race Officer program. Limited to 35. (415) 771-9500. March 21 — Cass’ Marina Seminar on Coastal Navigation and Pi¬ loting. Also March 28 — seminar topic to be decided. Both at Sausa¬ lito Cruising Club, 7-10 p.m. $5. (415) 332-6789. March 24 — Slide show and lecture by Wayne Wheeler, presi¬ dent of the U.S. Lighthouse Society. Everything you always wanted to know about lighthouses and theis history. 1:30 p.m. at the Bay Model in Sausalito. (415) 332-3870. March 24-25 - Horizon Charter’s beginning racing classes with Dee Smith and Chris Corlett. Also March 31-April 1. Cali (415) 521-5370 for more information. March 29-April 1 — Newport Beach Boat Show at the Lido Vil¬ lage Marina — Brokerage Show. April 4-8 — New Sailboats. Call (714) 673-9360 for more information.

page 27

NOT FOR PANTY WAISTS! This is a learning experience for serious sailors who someday want to cruise,and want to find out what it’s like NOW! Aboard the 45' Ketch rigged yachts Americana and Adventure you’ll learn coastal navigation by hands-on use of Radar, Loran, ADF, VHF, Celestial and all other aids for safe coastal navigation. All cruises include: • An on-board licensed instructor/captain plus watch instructor • Certification

• Individual instruction • Provisions • Charts and instructional material

Coast Guard Safety Equipped

for Brochure, Sailing Schedule, and What-to-Bring List

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2353 Shelter Island Drive SAN DIEGO, CA 92106 (619) 225-0588 Telex: 181739 Frasercal

Endurance 37 Pilothouse ketch built for the President of Fisher Yachts. Launched 1979, solid English craftsman¬ ship. Finest quality hardware and equipment. Sailed round trip from England to Mediterranean, then shipped to California. Excellent performance under sail or power. Fine yacht condition. Rare offering on West Coast. Rea¬ sonable asking price. Call Bruce Schattenburg. (619) 225-0588

John Alden Fuji 45’ Ketch, SWEETWATER. Proven off¬ shore cruising veteran. She boasts a record 34 day pas¬ sage from Japan to Seattle. Traditional cruising design. High quality solid Japanese craftsmanship in f/g. Ex¬ haustive equipment list, 3 full pages. Fine yacht condi¬ tion. Seriously for sale. Call Bruce Schattenburg.

(619) 225-0588

62’ Contemporary Performance Centerboard Schooner in f/g, ANITRA MAY was built in Australia in 1980 for a very knowledgeable yachtsman. Record holder Sidney to Noumea, (New Caledonia) Race, 1200 miles, 6 days, 20 minutes. Easy 200 mile plus days in complete comfort & luxury. Specially designed roller-furling sys. for short handed sailing. World class quality — 5-ft draft B.U. Ex¬ tensive & comprehensive electronics, equip. 8 sails. Call Bruce Schattenburg.

Kaufman & Ladd 51’ Ketch, ULTRAMARINE, built 1981. Fast, sleek, easy to handle. All state-of-the-art equip¬ ment. Just returned from 10 month trip from Caribbean to Panama Canal, through South Pacific, Hawaii and on to San Diego. Many fast passages. Custom 3 cabin + crew layout. Excellent condition. Seriously offered for sale by her European owners. Call Bruce Schattenburg. (619) 225-0588

(619) 225-0588

Robert Perry 47’ Cutter, PERSUASION, launched June 1983 in Keelung, Taiwan, sailed 9000 mile shakedown cruise by owner to San Diego via Okanawa & Hawaii. Equipped with virtually everything, Radar, Autopilot, SSB, 4 KW Generator, Washer/Dryer, etc. Vessel still un¬ der manufacturer world-wide warranty and in sparkling new cond. Owner's anxious to sell. Call Bruce Schattenburg. (619) 225-0588

I am very pleased to represent such a fine col¬ lection of true, blue water cruising yachts priced from $118,500 to $685,000. They are all located at our Brokerage Marina, Gold Coast Anchorage, in San Diego. I would like to ex¬ tend my personal invitation to visit our Marina and inspect these proven offshore yachts. Please call (619) 225-0588, write, or telex for

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CALENDAR March 31 — Catalina 27 Fleet One New Members’ Night. Cock¬ tails, dinner at Metropolitan YC, 7 p.m. John, (415) 331-2508. March 31 — Bay Tide lecture and movie with sailing instructor Jeanne Malis at the Bay Model in $ausalito. Tour of the Model will follow. 1:30 p.m. (415) 332-387(1 March 31-April 1 — J/24 Tune up clinic at the Richmond YC with John Kostecki, Steve Grillon and more. (415) 237-2821. April 4 & 5 — Latitude 38 Crew List Parties: April 4 at Cor¬ inthian YC; April 5 at Metropolitan YC. Open to those whose names appear on Latitude 38 Crew Lists. 6-9:30 p.m. Racing March 9-11 — Windsurfer Mid-winters West at San Diego, (213) 515-4900. March 10 — Ano Nuevo Race, the ocean racing season opener for lOR and PHRF. Dick Clark, (408) 624-3956. March 10 — Women’s Racing Association Regatta, Golden Gate YC. Nancy Pettengill, (415) 566-2087. March 11 — Second annual Perpetual Junior El Toro Regatta at Metropolitan YC. For ages 9-16. Ron Hatt, (415) 832-6757. March 17 — Cal 20 Champion of Champions Race. Past season champions compete. Jerry Leth, (408) 374-7970 (d), 435-4874 (e). March 18 — Millimeter Tag Team Invitational in China Basin. Three person teams compete to become Spring Tag Team Cham¬ pions. For more information call Jim Taylor at (415) 485-1783. March 18 — Metropolitan YC’s Champion of Champions Race for mid-winters season. Kirt Brooks, (415) 284-1778 or 284-1826. March 24 — Windsurfer racing at Foster City Lagoon for all levels of experience. (415) 595-2285. March 24-25 - Twelfth Annual Wheeler Regatta for boats rating PHRF. Over 90 boats expected. Bobbi Tosse, (415) 939-9885. March 25 — San Francisco Cup at St. Francis YC, 563-6363. March 28 - Sea of Cortez Race Week. Fun in the Mexican sea and sun. For information call Race Week Chairman-for-Life Bill Clute at (415) 232-7337. March 31 - ASH-SSS Schoonmaker-Stewart Race for single¬ handers, St. Francis YC. Gene Haynes, (415) 523-6200. March 31-April 1 - 19th Annual Camelia Cup at Folsom Lake. 15 miles east of Sacramento. Race without worrying about tides and currents. Claudette Gangler, 67 Sandburg Dr., Sacramento 95819, or (916) 961-FLYC. March 31-April 1 - Columbia 26 Mark II Association’s 15th An¬ nual Northern California Regatta on the Olympic Circle. Novice skip¬ pers and crews welcome. Dinner Saturday at Berkeley YC. Myles Ringle, (415) 848-1571. March 31-May 13 - St. Francis YC and Corinthian YC’s 2nd annual junior sailing program. Also May 19-July 1. Qualified instruc¬ tors also being sought. Call Craig Caddell, (415) 435-3262 (e). April 1 - First regatta for the Sea Scouts’ racing season. Jeffrey Galvin, (415) 387-2807. Last of the Midwinter Series — Sausalito Cruising Club: 3/3, 3/17; 332-9349. Sausalito YC: 3/11; 332-7400. All of the above races are open to the public. Some clubs have their own series for members only, so check with your club s race

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LETTERS □ NOWHERE ELSE It sure was nice of you to devote space to the Walsh clan and our new boat, Fastidiots. It’s easy to see that you have a soft spot in your hearts for Santa Cruz, so do we. There is probably no place else we could have completed the repairs as easily as in Santa Cruz. The reason is simple, the people are neat. Everyone at Pacific Boats was stoked when we decided to try and fix the boat. The help they gave us was truly generous and even costly to them. But to further illustrate what Santa Cruz is about, we have to tell you about Bill Lee. He builds a line of compet¬ ing boats to the Olson line. Bill offered us his trailer, rent free, for over two months, so we could rebuild our boat. Moore Boats gave us space in their yard dirt cheap, so we could get the job done. Santa Cruz Yacht Sales also made their space and their crane available to us. They sell competing boats also. Ballenger Boats stored our spars and rigging until we were ready to use them. C&B Marine gave us advice about proper materials to use. Monterey Bay Plastics, West Marine Products, O’Neill Yachts and Hoge Bros. Harbor Marine all gave us great help. Gary Tracey did most of the repairs to the hull. He is an absolute wonder with glass repairs, so now we have a boat that the surveyor says is better than new. All we can say is thanks Santa Cruz. It wouldn’t happen anywhere else. Pat Walsh Los Gatos □ IN DEFENSE OF THE MILK RUN To clarify a couple of points Brian O’Donoghue raised [Letters, Volume 80] about the New Zealand Milk Run article: I stick by my guns and advise cruisers to stay at least 80 miles east of the coastline when approaching North Cape. Although strong easterlies are not the norm here, I’ve twice experienced two to three day easterly gales with winds over 60 knots between October and December. I also spent two days this November talking with Colin Busch and Tony Babich who run the ham radio nets for boats sailing to and from New Zealand. Both of these guys asked me to stress the point in the Milk Run article of telling people not to approach North Cape too close, and showed me stories from the newspapers and their logs of yachts being driven ashore in times of heavy easterly conditions. True, the southwest gales are cold and vicious, and can blow you back out to sea, but that’s a lot better than being driven on a rocky lee shore in a storm! When I said that there are no safe all-weather harbors or anchor¬ ages until you reach the Bay of Islands, I meant no harbors that were safe to enter in all conditions. Both Whangaroa and Mangonui Har¬ bors have claimed their fair share of ships and yachts that tried to enter in strong easterly conditions. Both of these entrances along with several others on the east coast of the North Island — will close with breakers across the entrances in onshore gale conditions. So, the old saying, when in doubt, stay out, is still true! Better to be cold, wet and tired hove-to safely offshore, than to take a chance at entering an unknown harbor in breaking sea conditions. John Neal Seattle

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LETTERS

The Radial Headsail Don’t Leave Port Without It. . .

able parts only. I have recently toured nine of the major sailboat factories in the United States and Canada. These tours allowed me to educate my¬ self in boatbuilding methods as well as the chance to compare the quality of these nine boats. I believe that factory observation during construction may be the best way we consumers have to evaluate the quality of the construction. In reading the design critiques in the monthly periodicals I have never seen an author call a boat “poorly built” or otherwise seriously criticize a sailboat’s quality. Most monthly journals dare not print bad remarks on any manufacturer for fear of loss of advertising income, so we consumers are on our own. I have never been denied a factory tour when I have requested it. I highly recommend that any serious boat purchaser tour several factories. This traveling takes some re¬ sources, but is well worth the effort. Of the nine major factories which I toured I gave the highest marks to Canadian Sailcraft. The companies I compared were Olson, Santa Cruz, Ericson, Contessa, Saber, North Coast Yachts, C&C, Express, and Canadian Sailcraft. In the 34 to 40-ft sizes made by these pro¬ ducers, I recommend the CS-36 for the most superior quality. John K. Sacramento

When you leave for far away horizons, you’ll find one of the things you’ll miss — besides sourdough French bread, fine restaurants and the ballet — is a good stiff 20 knot breeze. If you don’t want to replace your entire sail inventory with light air sails, or bother with the expense and trouble of a spinnaker, you should seriously consider the Radial Headsail. It’s the one sail which can provide the most versatility in light and medium conditions with the least amount of bother.

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John — Factory tours are a lot of fun, but we don’t think they are perhaps as useful — or important — as you seem to think they are. If you’re as deeply concerned about hull construction as you sound, we think you’d be better off waiting until the hull has been completely finished and then have a thru-hull and deck cut-,out sent out for testing. That’s going to tell you a lot more than watching a guy doing the lay-up or laying in of a core-material, which in worse case instances may be improperly mixed or not adhere. And anyone short of an expert is going to haue a very difficult time evaluating the relative merits of hulls that are ‘solid fiberglass’, ‘solid fiberglass’ using special cloth and resins, cored with balsa, cored with foam, or all the other variations that are available. But why all the concern about hulls? It seems to us one of the reasons that Lloyds certification might have never caught on big in this country is that there really wasn’t much of a need. When buying a reputable United States built boat we’d pay much more attention to more common trouble spots, like rudders, engine and thru-hull in¬ stallations, steering systems and rigs. Hulls seem to be the one part of boats that haven’t caused many problems. Be careful, too, that,you’re not misled by the words ‘Lloyds ap¬ proved’. Lloyds can approve boat plans, which are then only roughly followed in construction. They have been ‘Lloyds approved’ boats that were badly built. There are other classifications of Lloyds, such as + 100A, 100A, andl, all of which would be prohibitively expen¬ sive to obtain for an average sailboat. As to your personal evaluations of the factories you visited, we’re curious how the city of Santa Cruz manufacturers, known nation¬ wide for their fanaticism for quality, fell shy of the CS standards.

THREE GOOD REASONS TO BUY A RADIAL HEADSAIL A

DRIFTING: points as close as 40° to the wind because it has a wire luff and hanks on the jibstay. There is no need to add extra gear since it utilizes your ex¬ isting jib halyard.

□ DETACHED AMUSEMENT , I have watched with detached amusement as your readers have groped to define a philosophy of sailing. Such a focus is entirely too narrow — much like organized religion’s “Our God is The God . I commend to your attention the writing of my good friend Richard Bach (enclosed). Though the story unfolds as a dialogue between two modern day barnstorming pilots, its lessons are there for all who love life. ' page 33

D.W. Shimoda Sausalito

REACHING: more power because it’s cut fuller than a genoa and has more sail area. Radial head design for maximum strength and low stretch. Good up to 20 plus knots.

RUNNING: better than a genoa because it’s lighter, fuller and larger. Easier to handle than a spinnaker since you don’t need a pole, foreguy or topping lift.

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Mr. Shimoda enclosed a copy of Illusions by Richard Bach. We found it to be a peculiarly unsettling little volume but delightful at the same time. A great book for the isolation of Mexico. It’s got a surprise main character, too.

□ DEAR “LOOSE LIPS”, “SEVEN MILLION READERS” AND THE U.S. POSTAL SERVICE: We have debated the existence or absence of an Olympic sailing postage stamp. This item is commonly understood to be a small gummed piece of colorful paper indicating prepayment of postage. A sailor, lacking an onboard postage meter, must affix one or more postage stamps to any object to be mailed, like an envelope. I do not believe the Postal Service has printed a sailing postage stamp. Many readers believe our new sailing postcard, a piece df sturdy paper already stamped with the necessary impression, is itself a stamp. I do not believe it is. However pretty and handy, it is just large enough to notify a sailor of an increase in berth fees but not to detail the typical boatyard bill or help us obtain a Latitude 38 in the mail. We should all agree that the U.S. Postal Service has printed a fine sailing postcard. I am glad to deep six this matter to the satisfaction of all and get back to greasing my winches. Ken Jesmore Sausalito Ken — That’s an awfully good point you make, almost as good as your idea of deep sixing the whole matter.

□ NOT JUST A ‘GOOD GUY’, BUT A GREAT GUY! I ordered one manila fender from the Ray Vandermeer-Boat Fender Co., 3305 South G Street, Oxnard, CA 93033 last Novem¬ ber. I ordered only one to see if 1 liked it; I intended to order three more if I was satisfied. It arrived on December 3rd, the day of the storm that roared through the Bay Area. I installed the fender with too light a strap, and in two hours my pitching 40-ft ketch wrenched it loose and it — the fender — was lost. 1 wrote to Ray Vandermeer and explained what happened. I told him the fender had received many admiring comments from fellow boaters and 1 ordered three more. He not only acted as if the loss was his responsibility — which it certainly was not — but he added attaching lines (neatly roven) and rushed them to me in less than two weeks. And, he gave me credit for the lost fender, which was my fault — not his. How many companies treat their customers this way now-a-days? Dave Jewett Alameda Dave — Not too many companies operate that way because most that do go broke. Seriously, thank you for identifying this gentleman so we could give him a little plug.

□ SOME THOUGHTS ON DOGSHIT I have been reading letters about how us sailors don t want turds floating around our weekend or full-time homes, and how we use the shoreside facilities. So it must be the powerboaters who let their dogs out to mine the docks instead of taking them to shoreside facilities. In Sausalito the tourists must be responsible because there aren’t any gates, and berthers are forbidden to bring dogs to the marina. We have all been the victims of these slippery deposits — in marinas all over the Bay — and frankly, I can’t understand why people allow this to continue. Sailors! Tell those powerboaters and tourists to clean page 39

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our immediate northwest. With the addition of the Chula Vista and Intercontinental marinas we now have more slips than boats, and how about them apples. The Port continues to spend mega-bucks on the flora on Harbor and Shelter Islands and the total effect is very nice thank you. So who’s unhappy? If you’re coming down from up your way and want to spend a few days or a few months recovering from the trauma of four days at sea, you are going to be pleased as punch. If you want a slip. If on the other hand, your personal preference runs to anchoring, chances are pretty good that San Diego is not going to be your cup of tea. Oh, the weather is fine and the folks at Pacific Marine Supply are every bit as charming as advertised; the bars are swell and the harbor police are nice enough guys considering what they do for a living; and, it is even possible to get an occasional good deal at Kettenberg’s. All the foregoing notwithstanding to the con¬ trary, forget about the hook in San Diego. Angel Island we ain’t. It was not forever thus. Not too long ago dropping the hook in San Diego or Coronado was a breeze. Not true today. For some time

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Cheoy Lee 40 Mid-ship, 1977. Hard to find. Dbl cabin, cutter/ketch rigged. Full equip, list incl’g full canvas & Cheoy Lee dinghy on davits. This is a very large 40-footer. Asking $87,500.

*1-28, 1978. Fiberglass, built in New Zealand. Good list of equipment. This is a REPO. Asking $36,000.

Cal 25. 1981. Clean and ready to go. Hon¬ da outboard. Sleeps 5. At our docks. Ask¬ ing $21,500.

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LETTERS and will IOR a bit during the season. Ben is doing likewise, Bill is J-24ing, Vince has his own IOR boat and went TransPac and did the Big Boat Series last year, while Saul is number one in his class at the California Maritime Academy. Moreover, the same situation exists with our female crew members who are all racing somewhere. Our alumni will all be back at various times, however, Lord knows when. Meanwhile the ship must get on. Thus we need a little new blood as we would like a roster of at least 20 people who know the

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hence this letter. As you probably recall Evening Star is not a normal sailing vessel, sailing a normal racing schedule. She is a 54-ft (on deck) Alden yawl possessing distinguished CCA racing record including firsts in the Mackinac, Block Island and Ensenada races. Because we race in the Ocean Racing Division of the Master Mariners we have some for¬

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I recently moved here from Boston where I rarely saw a copy of Latitude 38. Now I read it every month with a great deal of pleasure. My sincere compliments to you and your excellent staff! I have been enjoying racing in the Golden Gate Midwinters and am now in the market for a smaller IOR racer for the coming YRA season. I will look forward to the Latitude 38 Crew List. I must say that nowhere else have I seen more beautiful women racing than here on San Francisco Bay. I would like to know who the qorqeous blonde is who crews on the Serendipity 43 America. Dennis E. Wicker Terra Linda

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1 was looking at the advertisement for Awahnee Oceanics Inc. on page 43 of the February issue. The headline is “Where the hell is Fanning Island?” As I read the advertisement I saw the picture of the ketch Goodwind heading for Fanning Island, which the answer at the bottom of the picture said was at 35°55’W 159°20W. Please tell them to head south from the Big Island to a point of 3°54’.5N 159°23’.5W otherwise they will be wondering, “Where the hell is Fanning Island?” Bruce Soule Honolulu

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Bruce — The folks at Awahnee Oceanics know where they’re go¬ ing, it’s the typesetters and proofreaders at Latitude 38 who are in a fog. It was all our mistake and has been corrected in Awahnee’s ad that appears in this issue.

□ NOT SO FANTASTIC PLASTIC It was good to see your article on New World, regarding her deparature and voyage from Sausalito on December 7th. El Nino was alive and well, and we beat our way to Hawaii in the grand time of 19 days. It wasn’t always on the wind; we did have about four days of the wind abaft the beam. Upon my return I was interviewed on the Mendocino FM station KMFB (The Environmental Show). A phone-in program, I was inun¬ dated with calls asking what we did with our plastic waste during the voyage. Without any glee I let the callers know that it, along with all other waste, went over the side. Not a very pleasant state of affairs, and certainly not one that pleased any of the Mendonesians listening in. I did say that I would contact Latitude 38 and get suggestions for the “state of the art” method(s) for dealing with plastic waste, which as your cruising readers know is often torn, greasy, slippery and covered with slime and uck. Your readers input would be much ap¬ preciated . A couple of locals have come up with a sanitary packaging system which is very compact, which would allow even the most sloppy bag¬ gies to be kept onboard. A prototype has been built and it works. The questions is; “Are there enough people out other who would be in¬ terested in buying it — at the right price — to make the effort worth while. Norman deVall Mendocino

The LC-80 offers all the features required for safe and efficient navigation and fishing. Present position in either Latitude/Longitude or Loran Time Differences, Range and Bearing to any waypoint or between any two waypoints, Ground Speed and True Course Made Good are a few of the calculations at which the LC-80 is adept. Approach to a stored waypoint and excessive Cross Track Error are alerted by an audible alarm, and Cross Track Error is indicated by a visual ijiark showing to which side the skipper should steer his boat to get back to the intended track. Operation has been simplified by the combined use of touchpad keys and a rotary mode selector. Each action of the touchpad is confirmed by an audio tone; 4 notch filters are built in to eliminate interference signals, and two of them are tunable from the front panel. Initial and current data are preserved in memory and backed up by battery when the power supply is turned off.

“During our 30 years in business we have seen a few products come along which offer top quality features at a very attractive price. With so many Lorans available today, the right choice is difficult ...

Norman — Having to mostly beat to Hawaii, it would seem to us, has a lot more to do with leaving San Francisco in December than it does El Nino, which all experts agree has - except for small pockets — disappeared. The question of what to do with plastic waste is a good one. Al¬ though there are unfortuantely some sailors who just throw such gar¬ bage straight overboard, vje think most address the problem in three ways-. 1. Bring as little plastic garbage-to-be onboard as possible; 2. Whenever possible save plastic garbage in big trash bags until landfall is made and a proper disposal site found; and 3. When faced with no alternative, put all the plastic garbage in a big trash bag, ballast it heavily, seal the top tightly, and drop it overboard in deep water far from land. If anyone has any better suggestions we’re all ears.

□ IT IS AVAILABLE It is unfortunate that the loss of a life at sea becomes the catalyst for the evaluation and change in safety equipment. The Law’s tragedy page 51

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□ MORE ON HARNESSES Thanks for the sense ol! community extended by your magazine — % it has more well-rounded vitality than any other marine publication in my experience! Regarding Downing Smith’s letter on safety harnesses: 1 have been using a Chouinard shoulder harness and RE1 sit harness aboard my pinkey schooner Reliance for several years. My safety line goes through a carabiner at my chest, which joins the shoulder harness together. After threading the eye of the carabiner it is secured with a bowline to the sit harness, at my waist. This is a standard rock climb¬ ing set up designed to safely arrest a climber falling from up to 50 feet or more. It’s advantages to the mariner are clear to me:

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□ MORE ON CHARTS I would like to comment on the complaint of Joyce and Birney Jarvis and Dennis Opatney, in the February edition, regarding illeg¬ ible chart reproductions purchased from Mahina Cruising Services. We have heard this complaint before and the problem, in our opi¬ nion, is due to the approximately fifty percent reduction in size and the apparent use of ordinary copying equipment. I am rather appalled by Mr. Neal’s answers. He acknowledges that the charts that he sold to the Jarvis’ and Dennis Opatney were not completely legible. If this were the case, then a potential danger ex¬ isted and the charts should not have been sold or, for that matter, even given away. As agents for the British Admiralty, for the sale of their charts and publications, we do not agree with Mr. Neal’s statement that it re¬ quires an expenditure of $1,300 for 100 charts for the South Pacific. Thirty to thirty-five Admiralty charts will provide very satisfactory coverage from San Francisco to the Marquesas, through French Polynesia, the Cooks, Tonga’s, Samoa to Fiji and thence on to Auckland, New Zealand. A total expenditure, therefore, of approx¬ imately $350 to $400. We also take issue with Mr. Neal’s statement that British Admiralty charts can take six months to obtain. We, as well as the other 14 agents in the United States, maintain large inventories and offer same day service. Furthermore, service from the British Admiralty is page 53

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□ SCORE TWO FOR MARIN MARINE Color me late or tardy or remiss or even something more colorful. We were equipping the Sandman for an extended cruise way back in 1979, and purchased two sets of Atlantis foul weather gear. I think everybody knows that Atlantis had all sorts of problems then, and our gear did not last more than six months. Well, no question as to the color the hats worn at Marin Marine in Sausalito. I mentioned my plight to those good folks and they sent both sets back and told me to help myself off their racks. I am sure we were too late for an adjustment from Atlantis, and prices had about doubled because this was not until 1982. In the same view, the Guest people replaced a strobe that shorted out because the man-overboard light leaked. While we all complain about high prices for marine equipment, the chandleries and manufacturers do try to keep us happy. Max Chapman Fresno

□ CALL ME IRRESPONSIBLE, CALL ME REACTIONARY My eternal thanks for publishing the letters from Joan Valentine and especially S. Kaiser [Volume 79] on “responsible boating. When I started sailing I looked on it only as an innocent pastime, as a way to enjoy the beautiful interaction of water and weather. I hoped it would be enough to ask of me and other boaters to obey the Rules of the Road and the Golden Rule. Well, silly old reactionary me! I never realized that buying a'sailboat was a political act. It never occurred to me that installing an RDF threatens the ecosystem. In fact, it has always been my belief that sailing — whether racing or cruising — is at its heart a recreational ac¬ tivity. If it is the duty of “responsible” boaters to rid the seas of retired scientists and other “social criminals”, and of those whose chosen profession is the protection of my country, I guess you’d better list me as irresponsible. For the great majority of us, boating is an escape; it’s not an activity which lends itself to political activism. And it is certain that there is no direct link between those who consider themselves responsible in their boating and international political and economic issues. If the debate over guidelines for responsible boating tries to include a stand on whether it was wise or foolish to invade Grenada, say, the effort is doomed to failure. Let s try to stick closer to home. Fred Walter San Francisco Fred - Do you mind if we split hairs? We think saying ‘boating is an escape for most people’ carries too much of a negative connota¬ tion. From our experience the great majority of pegple experience at least some movement from the mundane to the spiritual while out on page 55

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the water. As such, wouldn’t it be more accurate to say that boating is an ‘ascent’ rather than an ‘escape’ from normal life?

□APOLOGY IN ORDER I’m afraid it was rather tactless to respond to Mr. Lo. E. Guertin of Vacaville’s altruism and “thanks to God for compassion” with glib support of nouveau riche sailor snobbery. There is no advocacy at sea, no court of appeals, no intervention in crisis. So please be a little more careful with your choice of words in your witticism lest next time any one of us needs him the “damn powerboater” turns his transom and says “to hell with ya”. Dan Arnold San Francisco Dan — Friendly jabs between sailors and powerboaters is not nouveau riche, it’s as old as powerboats and sailboats. And where we come from, which happened to be Berkeley, a little gentle razing bet¬ ween pastimes has always been a sign of affection. But if our ‘witticism’ was taken as tactless by Mr. Guertin, we do humbly apologize. We certainly hadn’t meant to offend.

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□THE BOAT DOCTOR SPEAKS I feel obliged to respond to the article on page 196 of the January issue which was written by A1 MacDiarmid. As an avid reader and frequent advertiser, I might say that I was quite appalled by the derogatory nature of the article, and especially dismayed because of my personal involvement with the gentleman. While at our boatyard, Mr. MacDiarmid and his family enjoyed at “no charge” a tie-up at a secured dock with power and water, some¬ times at the inconvenience of our regular customers. This is a service we offer, which is currently not available on the West Coast, and ex¬ tends beyond the helpful, qualified and free advice given during a haul-out. We went out of our way to order a special brand of paint for him, which he assured us was very popular in the San Francisco Bay Area. Not being familiar with that particular brand of paint, we unfor¬ tunately ordered the wrong product number. However, being our mistake, we offered to sell him the paint at our cost. He agreed to this and seemed pleased with the product as well as. the savings. Mr. MacDiarmid’s remarks regarding the payment of his bill were not exactly correct. Granted, the clerk in the yard office did,try to charge him $54/gallon for paint and several laydays, simply because she was not aware of the special arrangements that had been made. When Mr. MacDiarmid advised her of the special arrangements, she checked with the yard supervisor and a new bill was issued. This was an honest mistake and not a deliberate attempt to overcharge him. With two sides to every situation, thank you for giving us an op¬ portunity to explain our side of the story. Will Smeeth “Boat Doctor” Kettenburg Marine San Diego

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□ CAUSE OF DEATH Okay. I give up! . . . I’m dying from curiosity ... I can no longer stand the suspense! For the last three to four months I have patiently waited to see the results of the Classy Classified ad requesting ladies panties for a sail experiment and 1 quote, “Most specifically the crotch-less ones”. I assume that the advertising individual is constructing a super¬ secret blooper in a garage in El Segundo? Perhaps this is the answer to the Kevlar controversy for the sum¬ mer Bay series? Or is this the main (sic) plan to wrest the “Perth” Cup back to America? Is this a covert marketing plan to supply #3 genoas in little silver eggs in department stores everywhere? Would you be so kind as to publish a picture or specifications for the “mama” size jib or the “queen” size mizzen? Am I the only one to read this ad and wonder what the . . .?? Bill Edgington Sacramento

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□ GOOD GUYS LIST GROWS Please place Harken on the “good guys” list. I returned a Harken cam cleat of unknown vintage to the factory in the hopes they would be able to effect a repair to the base casting. I guess it was beyond repair as they promptly sent me a brand new cleat, no questions asked, no charge. Harken fittings will appear on all my boats in the future. p.S. Do you supply “good guys” lists? If so, please send me one. P.P.S. Please move the page numbers to the outside corner like

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□ UP THE EAST As I don’t really belong to your listed categories, I decided to en¬ close this note with my completed Crew List application. What I’m really looking for is someone who is heading north up the East Coast next May. I have to get to Cape Cod where I’m pick¬ ing up my passage back to Europe. I’ve sailed quite extensively in western European waters, and would really love the opportunity of sailing the eastern seaboard before heading home. I realize that this is probably the wrong side of the country in which to look, but maybe someone can help me, even if it is only to give me an address of a different magazine. There just might be someone out there though, who’s scouring the country-side for an enthusiastic crew to sail north for the summer! A round of applause for your excellent Crew List and magazine, and thank you for any help you may be able to give me. Claire Byrne San Francisco Claire — What we’ve learned from sailing is that it’s a very small world out there. Although not probable, it’s possible you might find what you’re looking for by attending the Crew List parties. Our recommendation, since you’re looking for something out of the or¬ dinary, is that you wear a modified sandwich board at the parties describing your wishes.

□ NO WAITING My wife and I were delighted at the response we received from our Classy Classified “wanting to sail” ad in your January issue. We have already met and sailed with a number of very nice and interesting people. We are especially thankful to Tim and Linda Carlson from the Richmond YC for introducing us to J-24 racing; we look forward to the upcoming YRA season and assorted special events. (We were excited to see your February issue on the RYC Junior Program — a very active and successful program indeed!). Enclosed is our cruising Crew List application. We weren’t able to discern from your Crew List article how a couple should fill out the application (maybe next year?!). We weren’t sure how much money to send or whether to fill out one or two applications, so we com¬ promised. We considered the $10 well worth the cost (at the very least, for the upcoming parties), and please feel free to divide our ap¬ plication if you must, since we both have the same wants and equitable sailing experience. Happy V.D. to all those at Latitude 38. Terry and Cindy Pence Terry and Cindy - We’re glad the Classy Classifieds worked for page 61

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□ GUYS AND GALS Enclosed are two Crew List applications for the same boat; two ap¬ plications since we are interested in any sex who will work and help with expenses. This turns out to be mostly guys although we are also interested in gals who will work, have no strings attached to draw them back home, but can’t necessarily help with expenses. This may be sexist, but it helps keep a balance on the boat. We’ve been cruis¬ ing continuously since 1977 and have found that a happy boat needs both guys and gals. We normally take long-term shipmates and teach them the fun¬ damentals of cruising technology and offshore vessel management. They in turn substantially underwrite operating expenses. When we have an empty berth, we’ll take types who can help work and chip in enough so they don’t cost us anything or we’ll take gals who can help work and even up the ratio. We have nothing against a gal who pays her own way in cash if she can, but a smile goes a long, long way. We always have both sexes on the boat and keep matters under control. Hanky panky maybe, rape no. , Bob Merchant General Delivery, Samoa

□A 24 CREW LIST Noting the phenomenal success of your Crew List, the San Fran¬ cisco Bay J/24 fleet is maintaining a J/24 crew list this year. Like Latitude 38, we’re publishing it in our monthly newsletter to help get crews and boats together. If any of your readers want to crew in one of the largest and most active one-design fleets on the Bay, or if there are prospective J/24 racers out there in Latitude Land who’d like to get involved but need to find crew, they can send their basic informa¬ tion to: J/24 Crew List, 6300 Swainland Road, Oakland 94611. Also, two upcoming events of possible interest: The annual J/24 Tune-Up Clinic will be held the weekend of March 31-April 1 at the Richmond YC. This includes lectures by John Kostecki, Steve Grillon and others, as well as tons of on-the-water tuning, boat handling drills, starting practice, and short course racing. Our fleet Spring Meeting will be held Saturday night, March 31, also at Richmond YC. We’re still having as much fun as ever and would love to have some new folks join us. Inquiries about these or other J/24 hap’nin’s can be directed to the fleet at the above address. Keith Milne Oakland

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□WARM AND FUZZY A note to confirm the inefficiency of the North Fro Series foulies. I’ve owned mine for a year now, and the first hard rain left me damp in places. 1 just thought it was my hard work producing sweat since they were always warm and dry early in the a.m. with heavy fog while heading outside for fish. But I discovered rain soaked through after two hours, less if sitting in a cockpit. '■ Because they were warm — and fuzzy in the neck and pockets — I retired them to use as a snow suit in Wyoming. After ice fishing here at Jackson Lake for three hours, I’m still experiencing the damp back and thigh syndrome. It’s a comfortable suit, but not what it’s sup¬ posed to be. Yours is a good magazine to read while wintering here in Jackson, Wyoming. I can start a fire with one page — and there’s enough pages for a month. I can hardly wait for February. Arne Sindberg Jackson, Wyoming Arne — We assume you’re reffing to the North Gore-Tex suits. We’ve heard no complaints about their other kind.

□ HOW ABOUT . . . How ’bout a page for people looking for crew for a particular week/weekend? For example, San Francisco to Los Angeles 7/21 to 7/28, Phone 999-9999. It would be a good way for us working , stiffs to find crew positions/crew to fit our particular needs. Kim Mosher Fremont Kim — Such listings for particular sails wouldn’t work because people never leave for places like Los Angeles when they think they will. We wouldn’t want to screw everybody up by fostering such a misconception.

□ ONE LAMENT BEGETS ANOTHER I write to you as a yacht broker, sailor of 25 years, consumer and human being. As a broker, sailor', etc., I am truly disappointed in the sales demeanor of many of my comrades and competitors in yacht sales. I make this statement not due to or caused by any few specific incidents; rather, due to the guarded, defensive, untrusting postures that most beginning sailors-prospective boat buyers display on first contact with our sales staff after having spent some time with the sales staffs of other brokerages. It becomes immediately apparent that said customers have been seriously torqued by some over-aggressive salesperson, implanted with serious misconceptions about sailboats in general, and led to believe that they cannot really trust anyone in the boat sales business. It is further apparent that in many cases they should not! As most of us in the business are sailors; and, as most of us truly know that the average beginning sailor will probably be happy with any new or used first sailboat he might purchase, hey guys! why don t we quit trying to deceive the poor customers about full keels , off¬ shore cruising” and “quality yachts” and do our jobs: sell the boats we have on their true merits, and sell ourselves on our own personal believable merits. page 65

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LETTERS

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I truly feel that if we do not begin to display some credibility and at¬ tain some respect from our customers that the yacht sales business will soon begin to be seen as a brother to the now-famous “used car” business. That eventuality will make it a sad day on the Bay. Yacht¬ ing and all related activities has been considered to be a recreation and a pleasure up to now. I hope we can help to keep it that way. We, the brokers, are after all, many sailors first contact with the sport. Brother Broker Oakland B.B. — We know we’re going to catcfi hell for saying this, but sincerely think it’s true. We believe that boatbuyers, as a group, are much to blame for much of the too slick sales propaganda they are periodically subjected to. Starting a dozen years ago we sold sailboats for four years — and it nearly drove us insane! The dogma first-time boatbuyers picked up from club bars or single magazine articles and clung to as though it were the Holy Grail was unbelievable. They couldn’t be budged from their predispositions with anything short of a nuclear bomb. But even more incomprehensible was the fact that at every opportunity these complete novices would foist their misinformation off on other un¬ suspecting first-time boatbuyers as though they’d been crossing the oceans since the days of Columbus. It was our observation — maybe we’re out of date — that few boatbuyers were willing — or even interested — in educating themselves about the kind of boat that would really suit their desires and needs (qualities which rarely coincided). Invariably they settled for their favorite sailing buzz words being applied to whatever boat had an in¬ terior that appealed to the wife. In the context of such capricious decision-making, it’s not too surprising sales people are going to say all kinds of interesting things. Because after all, selling boats is a business, not recreation. The only people worse than those who wouldn’t educate them¬ selves about boats were those who would. After a month or so of in¬ tense study such people would come back and say, “I’ve narrowed my choice down to either a Columbia 45 or an Olson 30”, which to those who aren’t familiar with the boats is like saying they’d narrowed it down to a Greyhound bus or a Ferrari. At such times we took solace in the fact the Golden Gate Bridge was so close. We’d better not go on, because we’re not very rational about this subject. Let us just say that while all boat sales people aren’t perfect, there are plenty in the Bay Area that are straight-shooting, sincere and honest. The boatbuyer with no sailing knowledge but just a little savvy should be able to find one right away.

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□THIRD TIME’S A CHARM; FIRST TWO WEREN’T BAD EITHER This will be my third year using your Crew Lists and I think they are great. I have sailed on more boats than 1 would have ever been able to by other means. The people I’ve met have been great; friend¬ ly and helpful. And I’ve sailed all around in San Francisco Bay and the Delta. Beautiful! ' This is my advice to women who want to call skippers and go sail¬ ing — with sailing as first priority: 1. If you don’t already know sailing terminology, buy a book and learn it. The reason lines are called by specific names is the same reason that skirts, blouses, etc. are not referred to as cloth. 2. Go through the two lists of skippers and find those ' who are looking for both racing crew and cruising crew. Contact these skippers first. Why? I think the racing skip¬ per probably has experience with strangers on his boat. 3. Be flexible. It is best to not have “must be back to the dock plans”. 4. Help pack up the boat. 5. Bring food with you. 1 am about to buy my own boat, then I will need crew! Thanks for a great mag. Name withheld by request Seattle.

□ SLICKS THROUGH MY HANDS Enclosed is my subscription form and Crew List form — and a check to cover the costs. I’d like to say that I’ve dropped all my slick mags in favor of yours, because everything I want in a sailing journal is in Latitude 38. I was wondering if you’ve considered putting all of the “Milk Run” articles together for a guide to the South Seas. They are more infor¬ mative than the guides I’ve seen. Thanks much for a fine magazine and I’ll be looking forward every month for it coming to my house. Dan Wynne San Francisco Dan — The Milk Run articles are the property of John Neal, who every now and then threatens to combine them for a book.

□ CLIPPER OWNERS Perhaps you could help — I’m the new owner of a Clipper 32 sloop presently berthed in the Richmond Municipal Marina. I’ve spent this past year sailing the Bay, getting acquainted with the boat. Now I would like to get together with other cruise-oriented Clipper sailors. 1 understand that at one time the Clipper owners were a very ac¬ tive Bay Area group — and may still be — but I m not aware if this is still the case today. If this group is active, or if anyone would be in¬ terested in creating a sailing or cruising club in the Bay, I would ap¬ preciate hearing from you. Replies can be sent to 7240 Ash Road, Fair Oaks, CA 95628. My work phone is (916) 483-6691. Norman Burnam Fair Oaks page 69

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Enclosed is our check for a one year subscription to our favorite publication. After searching for 2l/2 years for “our boat”, we finally took possession of a 1978 Morgan 38 from Dick Southworth of Farallone Yachts the week before Christmas. We’ve been enjoying

Bethyl so much and getting her ready to go everywhere that we haven’t had as much opportunity to pick up Latitude 38 as before. Gary and Gay Wiens Modesto

□ DEAR MR. CHIOD: You overlooked one more “mentality” that might “. . . waste time and a 20 cents stamp to complain about a report on Double Bullet

[Volume 74, Letters] — that of a nine-year old living on a boat with his parents while they go cruising — as his letter states. Grant was writing an essay on sailing ships for his correspondence school when he found the information he sent to Latitude 38. As for being employed in either of the two occupations you mention statistician/accountant — at this moment he is having enough trou¬ ble trying to master fractions and long division. When asked, he wasn’t sure what an accountant, or statistican was or did . . . As to your rebuttal, I find the speciousness of your argument ap¬ palling. First, as to the semantics of the use of the word ‘ship’ versus ‘boat’, Latitude 38’s response in the January issue under “Getting December Shipshape” would appear to satisfactorily clarify the issue. The issue of whether Double Bullet should be compared to a “greyhound of the seas”, it would appear to my befuddled mind that that exact comparison is avidly sought by most sailboat/ship record seekers. The sailing press is continually reporting attempts at break¬ ing the speed records set by sailing ships of the past. The same January issue of Latitude 38 in “Crusader Around Cape Fforn discusses in detail one such attempt, and if there is a distinction drawn between a record set by clipper ships or modern vessels, it eludes my reading. It would appear that the benchmark is the final result, how far and fast did the boat/ship go under sail. I further take issue to your characterization of Grant’s letter as a

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LOOSE LIPS Back in Volume 74 (August, 1983) a reader inquired about the availability of a manual for the Palmer M-60 engine. Herb Claes has one and he’s willing to share the information. Contact him at Box 373, Rio Vista, California 94571 if it’s of interest to you. Herb writes that he placer mines in the Sierras in the summer, pro¬ spects for gold al lower elevations much of the rest of the year, and spends the winters on his cruising sailboat in the Delta. He was at¬ tracted to the Delta region after his berth rate in Alameda increased from $30 to $200 a month.

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Buy American — or else! A Richmond reader — who prefers to remain anonymous — wants to let the boats returning from Mexico this spring know that they should not be surprised if they are stopped on the high seas by the U.S. Coast Guard. The stated excuse will be a safety inspection, he claims, while the real reason is to check for the bulk importation of marijuana. This reader became convinced the Coast Guard was serious about the drug interdiction program on the day the accompanying photograph was taken, June 28, 1983. At 0700 that morning the

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Flotsam and jetsam ... A recent issue of A Shift In The Wind, the newspaper of San Francisco’s Hunger Project, reports that Costa Rican fishermen are considering building trimarans to revive their sagging fishing economy. Faced with increasing costs for fuel and replacement parts for their outboard engines, they were desperate for help. Ocean Arks International, a Massachusetts-based agency, came to their aid with the Ocean Pickup. This tri can be built from fast-growing scrub trees left over when Western furniture makers cut down the hardwood forests of developing countries. The Ocean Pickup is assembled by cold molding the wood mto shape with vacuum bags and then epoxying them together. Once sailing, the craft can carry 1.5 tons and cruise at 12 knots fully load¬ ed. Other fishing cooperatives around the world, such as those from Guyana, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and India, are also looking to this solution. Not only would the boats be easy to build, they would give the natives easy access to the building resources and make them self reliant in terms of.fuel and equipment. Farewell Del and Mary. After 17 years, Del and Mary Calica recently resigned as stewards for the Richmond YC. Club members, including 12 Staff Commodores who served during the Calica’s term, gave them a party on January 13th. Many were sad to see the gentle couple go, but when you reach 81, which is Del’s age, you figure it’s time to relax for a while. Based on Del’s past history — 20 years with the Post Office and a stint at the Mare Island Shipyard — though, he may just decide to un-retire any day now!

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SIGHTINGS ■

she too charters After last month’s article on Josh Pryor’s charter boat Ruby [Volurbe 80, February 1984], it’s only fair to mention another of the Bay’s more illustrious

“working” craft. Fred Koopman’s 78-ft brigantine Rendezvous is a red-hulled classic, modeled after-a 1769 French privateer. She has been berthed at the San Francisco Marina since last fall after a tour of duty in Southern Califor¬ nia. She is Coast Guard certified for 49 passengers and a crew of seven are available for charter as well. Public cruises at $15 per person leave at noon and 3:00 p.m. every Sunday from the Marina Green, and private charters are available Monday thro'ugh Saturday. Built in 1933 by Seattle’s John Ackles, Rendezvous spreads more than 3,000 feet of sail area on her combination marconi and square rig. She’s a world traveler and even served as a set for John Wayne in the movie “Wake of the Red Witch”. A past resident of the Bay, she has been one of phptographer Diane Beeston’s favorite subjects over the years. Owner Koopman also owns a bar and cafe named after his yacht located at Van Ness and Vallejo Streets. The interior is made up of rigging and mahogany wood — a real nautical theme establishment. You can call Karen there at 885-1155 for more information about getting tickets for a cruise or anything else you might want to know about Rendezvous.

whatever happened to the old queen mab? Those who remember Queen Mab will be glad to hear that the elegant and graceful Herreshoff schooner — 74 years old and an ocean racer for at least 50 of those years — has been restored and is ready to race again. Resplen¬ dent in new decks, fittings, paint and thousands of dollars in gear, the 76-ft Queen Mab, believed to be one of the last Herreshoff schooners afloat, begins a new career this spring; chartering in the West Indies. She’ll make her racing comeback in April in the Classic Yacht Division at Antigua Race Week. And she’s looking for crew. A familiar figure on the West Coast, Queen Mab to this day has the longest attendance string in the TransPac record book — nine consecutive races over a 17-year period (1953-69). On the East Coast, she was barely off the ways when she won the 1910 Bermuda Race. She was campaigned continuously for 35 years. One of her early skippers recorded 120 wins out of 204 starts! It was on a cold March dai) in' 1910 that Nathaniel Herreshoff received a purchase order from the Vanderbilts for a fast and graceful yacht for son Harold, who was soon to graduate from college. The busy Herreshoff yards at Bristol, Rhode Island, turned out the graduation present in just 60 days at a cost of $26,000. Elegant and slim with 92 foot masts of Douglas fir, she featured two master staterooms with bath, separate crew quarters, stained glass in the saloon and exotic wood paneling throughout. The crowning touch was a curved, paneled companion way. Harold christened her Vagrant and immediately raced her to first place in the 1910 Bermuda Race. Two years later he sold the boat to Hendon Chubb and commissioned Herreshoff to build him an even larger yacht, which he also christened Vagrant. Chubb re-named the original schooner Queen Mab, the name she carried for nearly three quarters of a century. Queen Mab was owned by various members of the East Coast yachting establishment, notably Wall Street broker William A. W. Stewart who cam¬ paigned her from 1926 to 1939. She came to the West Coast around 1948. From 1953-1971 Larry Pringle and Phyllis Brunson sailed her out "of Catalina, and took her on the nine consecutive TransPacs. With a crew of 13 or 14, Queen Mab raced Class A against the biggest and best such as the Good Will (161-ft, 50 crew), Morning Star. Baruna, Ondine, Ticonderoga, Blackfin, and Windward Passage. She never finished below 12th. In the ear¬ ly sixties she starred in the Hollywood film “Blue Water Racers Under Sail”. Serviced by the Herreshoff yard during most of her East Coast life, Queen corn'd on next sightings page

Above, "Rendezvous”; right, "Queen Mab”.

SIGHTINGS

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Mab was the first American yacht to be rigged with sail track and slides on the

mast, and also the first with a leg o’ mutton. Her mainmast was changed from gaff to Marconi in 1920 by Nat Ayer, and the foremast was converted in 1952. Other than that, she’s the same as she was when Harold got her for graduation, even down to the little button used to call the servants into the lavish aft-stateroom. Queen Mab fell on hard times in the last decade. In May of 1983 she turned up in Antigua in poor condition. She traded hands once again, this time to Hans Lammers, a 33-year old Dutchman with an eye for classic beau¬ ty. Lammers has been chartering in the West Indies since he was 21, buying old but classic yachts, fixing them up and then trading up. He set to work on Queen Mab, deciding to change her name back to the original Vagrant. On a December shakedown cruise from Antigua south through the Grenadines, the refurbished Vagrant didn’t fool anyone. From international yachties anchored in Fort-de-France to the harbor boys who row out in their dugouts, everyone was excited to see her. The cruise featured a two-day Tall Ship race from Antigua to des Hayes Bay, Guadeloupe and back. Vagrant showed she still had speed, breezing in third among the likes of the brand new 85-ft sloop Ondine, the 85-ft ketch Bellauenture, and the 73-ft ferrocement schooner New Freedom. “There’s something about this boat. You can feel it in the way she moves, the way she responds; she just loves to race, she loves to please,” says Lammers, who has won Antigua Race Week two out of the last four years. Lammers is known and liked in just about every harbor in the Windward/ Leeward Islands, Antigua to Grenada. Easy-going with a good sense of humor, his natural affinity for the Caribbean lifestyle makes him a perfect charter skipper. The last to get in at night, he pads around on deck in his bathing suit till late morning and sets sail around lunchtime. Then he has a grand afternoon flying the jenny, the jib stays’l, the fores’l, the fisherman and gollywobbler, and arrives at the next island just in time to anchor, have a sunset supper onboard and make it ashore for the first sounds of a reggae jump-up. Unlike most other charter skippers, Lammers will take the Vagrant almost anywhere. He plans to get her new career started with a racing charter for Antigua Week from April 25 to May 5. Included are five races, hearty meals by a South African cook, alUhe rum you can drink and a chance to par¬ ticipate in the notorious Antigua Race Week parties. Classic yacht com¬ petitors (designed before 1940) are sure to include Bellaventure, For¬ midable, a 15-meter Sterling Burgess sloop designed in 1927, and the 70-ft Sirroco, once owned by swashbuckler Errol Flynn. The tab is $9,000 for a six-person group and all arrangements can be made through Ocean Voyages in Sausalito at (415) 332-4681. (Following Race Week, Vagrant will be go¬ ing to the Mediterranean and is open for charters during the summer and ear¬ ly fall).

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About chartering in the West Indies, it should be great this year. Ronald Reagan and the United States Marines are the heroes of the Caribbean after their military activities there last fall. Everyone in the Caribbean is on an ap¬ parent high and the atmosphere of good will toward Americans is pervasive. In Grenada all those medical students are back at their books, the citizens are looking forward to free elections and the yachting community is especial¬ ly ecstatic because the old docks in the harbor which were shot up will likely' be rebuilt with American aid. Everyone has high hopes that tourism will resume with a boom. Even the native dugouts have stickers; “Tourism is vital — play your part”. About a day sail apart, the windward and leeward islands from Antigua cont’d on next sightings page

at alcoa A great thing is going to happen early on the morning of March 20. Right about 0225 old Sol will motor over into Aries, at which time, spring will be here! Personally speaking, we just can’t wait. Lots of folks stay up late on December 31 drinking and driving to usher in the new year, but they can have it. We’d rather triumph the arrival of spring and all its page 88

SIGHTINGS west indies — cont’d to Grenada feature lush, tall, volcanic mountains coming right down to the sea, with white beaches sandwiched in between. The wind blows westerly and warm over your bikini from November to May and in every major harbor you can find interesting yachts from all over the world. Best of all, in hun¬ dreds of inlets, pirate hideaways and hurricane holes, you can find — to your delight — absolutely no one. In the West Indies you can sail to five different countries in as many days. You speak French and use only francs on Martinique and Guadeloupe. A day away you speak Creole, drink Red Stripe beer and use E.C. dbllars. Then in Barbados you start all over again by drinking Mt. Gay Rum and changing everything to Barbados dollars. Although settled by the French and British over 200 years ago, these islands are still very poor — and unspoiled. Now independent Common¬ wealth countries, they are struggling for economic survival and are ripe for capital investment. Tpurism currently offers the best hope. Rum punch, steel bands, jump-ups, and time to savor spectacular sunsets are the way of life in this part of the world. For just a taste of it, there are lots of bareboats and crewed charters available. And thanks to Ronnie, the islands are uerrrry friendly, mon. — sue vaughn

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we can’t wait Dionysian delights, champagne ^glass in hand, screaming across a sun-dappled Bay. Of course not everyone can wait for spring to enjoy some sunny sailing good times. The Columbia 45 pictured above is a good example. She was out soaking up the bright sun of February 19, the middle day of the President’s Day extended weekend.

Boat loans, according to marine bankers and industry watchers, are becoming more available. That’s good news if you want to finance a new or used boat. More banks are vying for your business and they’ve got to work harder to stay ahead of the competition. In the January 31st issue of the Na¬ tional Marine Manufacturers Association newsletter, Don Mattocks, president of the National Marine Bankers Association, said that “getting a boat loan in the current credit markets will be easy as getting a car loan with interest rates that are similar and sometimes lower”. You may have noticed some evidence of this development at the recent Moscone Boat Show, which had several booths manned by financial institu¬ tions. We did a little survey of some banks here in the Bay Area and came up with some figures which might be of interest. Generally, the less you borrow, the more you pay for the loan. Chase Manhattan Financial Services of Palo Alto and Walnut Creek, for example, offers fixed loans at 13V4 percent for amounts over $25,000 and 14 percent for amounts less than that. The former has a 15-year term while the latter has to be paid off within ten years. Like the rest of the lenders we talked to, they require 20 percent down payment. Some banks are making variable rate loans, which means the interest will fluctuate throughout the term of the loan. These are a bit of a gamble on the borrower’s part. If you think rates are going to fall, which is what Misters Reagan and Regan would have us believe, then you’ll be better off. If you’re more inclined to follow the thoughts of finance ministers Volcker and Feldstein, then you’ll be paying more for that money in the next year or so. San Francisco’s Wells Fargo Bank is offering variable rate loans at 13 percent for amounts of $10,000 to $25,000 and 123/4 percent for over $25,000. The smaller loans require IV2 percent loa'n fee at the beginning of the term, which is ten years. The larger amounts can be paid off in 15 years and have no loan fee. Smaller loans also tend to be amortized, or paid up at the end of the term. At San Francisco Federal, for example, all loans under $10,000 are fully paid up in four to seven years at a 15 percent fixed rate. Larger loans are fix¬ ed at 14 percent and are due in three years. What usually happens then, though, is that the bank refinances the remainder of the loan at whatever the current interest rate is then. Some banks are also offering a supermarket full of different rates and cont’d on next sightings page

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SIGHTINGS make'a deal — cont’d terms, such as the Alameda First National Bank. They have fixed rate loans ranging from 15V4 percent for $15,000 to $25,000 down to 14 percent for $50,000 to $200,000. Variable rate loans indexed to Treasury Bills currently go from 13V4 percent^down to 12 percent. You can also go for the prime in¬ terest rate plus two percentage points program, usually only available for large loans. Fortunately you don’t need a degree in finance to get a loan — that’s what the loan officers are there for. They are most eager to hear from you.

what we have here is a failure to communicate It was a crash heard ’round the Bay. During the Golden Gate Yacht Club s final midwinter race on February 5th, the yachts Sonata, a Lapworth 39 owned by Frank Lockwood and Don Weaver, and Dave Sawle’s CF 39 Vec¬ tor, came together with a ferocious bang. Sonata lost her pulpit and forestay

“Sonata” got her pulpit bashed in.

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“Vector” took one up forward. cont’d on next sightings page

The bridge across Potato Slough on Route 12 in the Delta is small and unimposing, but it’s an important bridge. What happens in its future may have serious consequences for boats sailing on Delta waterways. CalTrans wants to replace the swing bridge at Terminous with a fixed bridge. If this is built, boats that won’t fit under the Span will have to either unstep their masts or make a 17-mile detour. Many of the other Delta bridges also need replacement, so what hap¬ pens on Potato Slough could set the trend for the rest. This summer, CalTrans will be releasing an Environmental Impact Report on the bridge which discusses four alternatives for replacement. They include two fixed span bridges, one 33Tt high and the other 50-ft high, and two movable span bridges, one 20-ft high and the other 35-ft high. Either swing bridge would be acceptable for boaters

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erminous and it’s up to us to let CalTrans know. They’ve received a number of letters already expressing concern over the replacement of the bridge including a personal appeal from Oakland attorney Bill Vaughn, a long-time Deltaphile and owner of the 54-ft yawl Even¬ ing Star.

Sailors are not the only ones who would be affected by the fixed bridge. The local economy, based largely on recreation and boating, would suffer. Many sailboats come from both directions to visit the marina at Terminous and the public park on the south fork of the Mokelumne. ' It’s important to keep the Delta waterways navigable. You can write your concerns to James C. Jelinek, Chief of Environmental Planning Branch, Department of Transpor¬ tation, P.O. Box 2048, Stockton, California 95201.

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failure — cont’d as she t-boned Vector in the starboard bow, punching a sizeable hole in the blue-hulled craft above the waterline. Fortunately no one was hurt on either boat. Everyone had enough time to see it coming but not enough to change the outcome. Sonata’s Lockwood says he was steering his yacht on port tack up the City Front on the way to a weather mark off Crissy Field. He was aiming to go north of mark X, the outer end of the restricted finish line for the fleet. Com¬ ing down the course from the other direction was Vector, followed closely by the Express 27 Frog In French. Both of these boafs were on starboard and under spinnaker. They had just gpne north of mark X as they still had another mark to round before finishing. Frog helmsman Kame Richards said he wanted to get over to the City Front shoreline as quickly as possible to get out of the adverse ebb tide and headed up to clear Vector’s stern. Sawle says they saw the Express coming right at their cockpit and were engrossed in trying to maneuver out of the way. Unbeknownst to.both the Express and Vector, Sonata was bearing down on them. Lockwood says communication with his bow lookout broke down as the situation reached panic time and instead of heading up he bore off and drove his bow into Vector. “It was a dumb accident,” says Lockwood. Sometimes those things happen in sailboat racing.

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boating <8fe waterways commission Most of you may be familiar with Cal Boating, the department of the State of California that gives loans and grants to marinas, but you may not know about its advisory body, the Boating and Waterways Commission. We didn’t either until attending their February 3 meeting in Half Moon Bay. The Commission is made up of seven members from throughout the state who have backgrounds and expertise in boating. They are appointed by the Governor for a four-year term and receive no salary. Their job is to review cont’d on next sightings page

deceptively This is the aircraft carrier Carl Vinson as she steamed in the Bay February 19. You never appreciate how big an aircraft carrier is until you’re on tine water with one. The Vinson attracted pleasure boats like flies, with people crowding to get a better look at the ship and the men standing in forpage 92

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commission — cont’d the loan and grant projects presented to them by Cal Boating, and to accept or reject them. The Commission discussed loans and grants for various projects through¬ out the state. (Funds come from the gasoline taxes we pay at the fuel dock pump). A $160,000 grant was given to Miller Park in Tomales Bay. This facility, originally constructed in 1969, will use the money to extend the breakwater, pave the dirt parking area, and install a restroom. Of special interest to Northern California boaters was the $7.9 milllion Bodega Bay project, Spud Point Marina. A 30-year loan of $6.2 million was given to the Sonoma County Regional Parks Department in four phases. The Marina is in their final phase, with ribbon-cutting ceremonies expected in 1985. There will be 245 berths in the marina, with 80 percent of the slips for com¬ mercial fishing boats and 20 percent reserved for recreational boats. This breakdown was a legislative mandate for the Bodega Bay facility and ap¬ parently an issue that had been discussed at great length. Commercial fishing is vital to Bodega Bay, but Cal Boating wanted the area available for recrea¬ tional boaters, too. Presently, there are too few berths in the area. Spud Point Marina will bring the total number of berths in Bodega Bay to about 445. The channel and basin dredging began last month; the breakwater, loading dock and parking area are under bid. They are expected to be built in the next five months. The marina will have restrooms, a harbormaster office, coffee shop and a boat repair yard. The Commission meetings are open to the public and commissioners would like to see more boaters attend. The present members are all Jerry Brown appointees, except the newest member, La Jolla s William Taggart, a former finance committee chairman for Southwestern YC. The members are primarily from Southern California and include Balboa Bay Club s Harold Berkman, former vice president for MGM Records; John Cruger-Hansen,

fast mation around the edge of her flight deck. There was horn tooting, men cheering, and women throwing kisses. Big ships are deceptively fast, not raising a bow wave at ten knots. Consequently small

been a commissioner for eight years. The two Northern California members

boats often find themselves “suddenly” in their path, a path that looks a mile wide!

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commission — cont’d are Dave Munro, owner and operator of Skippers Cove in Englebright, and

Peter Jowise, noted instructor of nautical

San Francisco attorney Ron Lovitt who does maritime litigation and taught

science classes at the College of Alameda is

admiralty law at Hastings.

soon to retire. This means the spring quarter

Meetings are held every two months throughout the state. The Boating and Waterways Commission’s next meeting is tentatively set for April 6 in' Monterey. If you’d like to attend, call Cal Boating at (916) 322-1819 for the meeting time and exact location.

will be the last time to take this popular N.

educator’s classes. Three will be offered. Meteorology for Mariners, is designed for the cruising sailor to augment the official weather information,

delta preview (& policy

and meets on Tuesday evenings. Seaman¬ ship, dealing with “everything you need to know before you head out the Gate”, will be

What has 150 on-the-water marinas and resorts, 2,216 camping and RV sites, 65 restaurants with guest docking, 50 boat launching ramps and elevators and over 1,000 miles of inland waterways? Why, our yery own cont’d on next sightings page

given on Wednesday evenings. And, a class in advanced celestial navigation will be held on Thursday evenings. All classes will begin

SIGHTINGS the last time t at 7 p.m.; first meeting is the Meteorology class on March 27. At this time it appears that there will be no

delta preview — cont’d Delta region, of course. While you may think of it only as a summer vacation area, here’s some activities coming up that disprove that theory rather quick¬ ly.

significant fees charged for any of these

March 17 — The Miss San Joaquin County Regatta. This is a decorated

classes. It also looks as though there are no

boat parade sponsored by the Stockton Yacht Club featuring beauty queen

plans to continue jthe nautical science classes

contestants on some of the boats. To find out more1, call (209) 946-9259.

at the College of Alameda after Mr. Jo wise

March 17 — St. Patrick's Day Party. Windmill Cove Marina on the

retires. So get it while you can.

Stockton Channel will host a corned beef and cabbage feed with green beer!

Classes are held at the College of Alame¬ da, 555 Atlantic Avenue in Alameda. You

Call (209) 948-6995. March 31-April 29 — Antioch Bass Derby. Win some of the $6,000 in prizes for catching striped bass and other fish. The final weekend will feature

take the Posey Tube from Oakland and make a right almost immediately after exit¬ ing. The telephone number for further infor¬ mation and registration is 522-7221.

a riverfront bazaar. Call (415) 757-1800. April 21 — Opening Day Decorated Boat Parade. The San Joaquin YC hosts the official opener for the Delta boating season at Bethel Island. All comers are welcome. For information, call (415) 684-9985. April 29 — Fishing Seminar and Show. Learn how to catch your dinner at Bethel Island’s Scout Hall. Free! Call (415) 684-2026. May 5 — Trans-Delta Hobie Cat race. This 38-miler takes the 100-plus Hobie cat fleet from Sandy Beach Park on the Sacramento River to Ladd’s Stockton Marina. We’re hot to do this one ourselves. Anybody got a Hobie for rent? For info on the race, call (209) 478-6501 in the evenings. May 11-13 — Tower Park DeltaFest and Boat Show. This show features boats, gear, fishing clinics and a carnival of activities. Call (209) 369-1041. The Delta has also been on the minds of the Pacific Inter-Club Yacht Association (PICYA) of Northern California. They are currently working on an updated Delta policy for recreational boaters. This action comes in response to the State’s various proposals to modify and restore the Delta. While the policy doesn’t deal with the issue of transferring water from Northern California to agricultural and urban users in the south, it does ad¬ dress the areas of access, levee restoration and construction, protection of existing amenities (such as water quality, fisheries and riverside areas), recreational features, cost sharing alternatives and a review of current prac¬ tices. PICYA Commodore Nils Andersson of the Martinez YC says a working draft of the policy was presented to members of February 6th. Passage of such a measure requires unanimous approval, which was not achieved. The document will be reworked and presented again in April. “The different points represent goals we’d like to acheive,” says Andersson. “With a policy we can all accept, we can be united in appealing to state and local authorities on important issues.”

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With the warmer weather already making sailors begin thinking Delta thoughts, we thought we’d make mention of a couple of Delta marinas that take a particular fancy to sailors. As summer draws ever closer, we’ll have more features on Delta fun spots.

Sailboat haven in the Delta Hidden Harbor Marina in the Delta lives up to its name. Located two miles north of Rio Vista on Steamboat Slough, this sailboat-only refuge is in a quiet, secluded area with no neighboring marinas. In the summer it features 60 degree plus water temperatures, mild Delta breezes and easy access to the open expanses of the Sacramento River. There are two harbors in the marina. The west side with 41 slips has ex¬ isted for 17 years. The new east harbor will be ready for sailboats in mid-May. There will be 70 new berths, ranging from 24 to 36-feet, as well as over 400 cont’d on next sightings page

SIGHTINGS boat show

haven — cont’d feet of side-ties for larger boats. Hidden Harbor Marina is a family-run operation, “the Kaufman clan” as

If you are missing boat show hot dogs, beer and the smell of new fiberglass hulls,

they call themselves. Formerly involved in ranching in Woodland, Robert

don’t despair. There’s another show coming

and his sons Scott and-Jeff — the marina’s two harbormasters — bought the

soon. Actually, there are two, back-to-back!

property a year ago. Scott and his family live on the land between the two" harbors in the large new house where the marina office is located, Jeff will be building his house on the bank of the east harbor, and the foundation for Robert’s home is already in place on the west side. The harbor is protected from both heavy winds and the wakes of boats in Steamboat Slough. During the December 3 storm — where winds up to 72

On April 6-8, Alameda’s Mariner Square will be the site for a premiere Used Boat Show, with hundreds of top quality broker¬ age boats on display and just aching for a| new owner. Then, from April 11-15, the same locale

knots were reported in the Delta — the masts of the boats in Hidden Harbor hardly rocked, reports Robert.

master

The marina appears to be quite popular. The Kaufmans say mentioning Latitude 38 has brought them tenants from Placerville, Concord artd Sacramento, as well as bayside cities like Alameda and San Rafael. The harbors entrances are 80 and 90 feet wide and dredging has given them a seven-foot depth at minus two foot tide. All the buildings have red-

If you have a boat designed or built, prior to World War II and wanted to get in on the fun of this year’s Master Mariner race on May 27th, you’d better get moving. You have to

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for

membership

the

Master

Mariner’s Association first, and the price

LATITUDE 38/IOANNE

The new east harbor at Hidden Harbor Marina in the Delta.

apply

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SIGHTINGS boat show

haven — cont’d

will feature the 11th annual San Francisco

wood siding including the two fully-tiled shower and bathroom buildings, one

Bay In-The-Water Boat Show. You can see

on each side of the marina. They also house washers, dryers and an ice

everything here from 8-ft tenders to 50-ft

machine. There’s a pump-out station with a thousand gallon holding tank,

luxury yachts, plus a full assortment of acces¬

and a new deep well for soft fresh water. A card lock gate will provide privacy and security. A launch ramp is in

sory displays. For more information on both shows con¬

place in the new harbor. There will be one power boat in the sailboat refuge

Mariner

— Robert’s 28-ft Skipjack which will be used for emergency towing service

Square Drive, Alameda 94501 or call (415)

for slipholders. It’s not that the Kaufmans anticipate any lack of wind in the

523-0922.

area; the prevailing westerlies allow for some of the best sailing on the Delta. Hidden Harbor Marina is looking forward to summer, when sailors like

tact

Karen

Thompson

2415

you start looking forward to the Delta and places like Hidden Harbor.

mariners ,

Name Change

went from $15 to $20 ($5 late fee) on March 1st. Once John Walters at 473 East Channel

Sometimes it’s hard to let a good name die, which is what the folks at The

Road, Benecia 94510 gets your check, he’ll

Island in the Delta are finding out. In 1981, Dave Snodderly took over the Brannan Island marina, known as Bruno’s Island for the previous decade,

mail you an application for the race. If you have any questions, 745-3388.

call John at

(707)

and changed the name. Three years later, though, it’s still known by its former title. “Ask for Bruno’s,” says Trudy Krusick, who works in the marina office. “People don’t know it as The Island.” Not much else has changed, although new docks have been added to pro¬ vide 24 more berths. That was a good idea because spots go fast at The Island for three dollars a foot. There’s already a summer waiting list for the 172 slips ranging from 28 to 50 feet. Those staying for longer periods of time will be given priority. There’s electric hook-up available, bathrooms, showers and a clubhouse for group activities. Nearby Isleton has a great Mexican restaurant and a spot for strawberry pie that The Island berth holders claim is the best in the Delta. To add to the marina’s name confusion, a marina by a Similar name exists further north in the Delta. Harbormaster Lon Searles’ wife Becky remembers the time she got a call from someone with a group of 20 boats who couldn t find The Island and wanted to know if their slips were ready. Becky panick¬ ed; she had no knowledge of their coming. It turned out they were looking for Islands Marina on Miner Slough.

attention gifford beavins Back in Volume 49 you asked us a number of difficult questions about Col¬ eridge’s Ancient Mariner. Being poorly read and even less well-educated, we had no answers. Fortunately along came a contemporary of yours, George Hostetter, who somehow happens to get copies of Latitude 38 in the frozen environs of Birmingham, Michigan. With Mr. Hostetter’s compliments, we are sharing with you a two part quiz he wrote and had published in a Michigan newsletter. It goes as follows: Who Were They? — Part I Nearly three hundred years ago, a tough sea,captain, Woodes Rogers, took two ships on a privateering cruise around the Horn and up into the Pacific for some free-style looting. By chance, he had in his command three men who would become literary figures. One, his pilot, had been a pretty successful buccaneer (at least he hadn’t been hanged) who turned to writing books and became established as the “father of modern travel literature”. He ultimately died in his bed in London, acknowledged as an author, adventurer and sailor. Another, an officer Rogers picked up en route, had had an experience that led to his immortalization in books and movies under another name. He died with his boots on aboard an English ship many years later. He had become a legend in his own time.

SIGHTINGS sailing to the

for gifford — cont’ti The other, the third mate and a capable seaman, did, on a different ex¬

We’ve heard talk that a number of North¬

pedition commit a unique sin that inspired a poem known to every English-

ern California boatowners plan to have their

speaking school child from the time it was written eighty years later. He,

vessels in the Long Beach area between July

however, was a loser as a buccaneer and passed his final days in prison -L

31 and August 8. Naturally the plan is to ob-

simply forgotten. Even the poet who penned the story of atonement,

s serve the Olympic sailing events and be part

wandering and loneliness couldn’t remember the name of Simon Hatley.

of the general Olympic fervor. We’re not out to dampen anybody’s plans, but we think

Who Were They? — Part II Part 1 gave you some clues about the three chance shipmates who accom¬

you folks should have an idea of what you might be getting into.

panied Captain Woodes Rogers on a privateering cruise some three hundred years ago. Let’s identify them.

Olympics, Commander Ray Pratte, antici¬

The Coast Guard Project Officer for the

The first was the best known then and the least known now. His was a

pates that the traffic on water will be as awful

chancy occupation, for most pirates led short lives, but he had beaten t^ie

as it’s expected to be on land. Fifteen hun¬

odds and had been a buccaneer at least 33 years before meeting any of the

dred to 2,000 boats has been a good turnout

others. Being literate and well travelled, he wrote books in between globe

for recent Opening Days on San Francisco

girdling forays and had friends in the prestigious Royal Society of London. His name was William Dampier.

spectator boats a day to fill the waters of Los

Bay;

Commander

Pratte

expects

5,000

The next was a hot-tempered Scot named Alexander Selkirk who, follow¬

Angeles Harbor. Most all of them will be

ing a violent argument, had demanded to be put ashore; something he re¬

manuevering for a better view of the Olym¬

gretted for the next four years and four months. He was alone on Mas a

pic proceedings.

Tierra, an island off the western coast of South America. Dampier had been

The viewing of the actual events will not

in command of an accompanying vessel when Selkirk was put on the beach. Now, later, he was pilot for Captain Rogers when they found him again. The

be easy, however, even if all the other 4,999 boats decided to stay home. Last year the

author, Daniel Defoe, is known to have visited with Selkirk before he wrote Robinson Crusoe.

told Latitude 38 that only a couple of press

head of the U.S. Olympic sailing committee

The other “literary figure” was a seaman who was considered competent

boats will be allowed near the racers, and the

enough to be given command of his own “prize vessel”., He was captured,

closest even they would be allowed is several

imprisoned, released and, many years later, was aboard a ship in the bleak

hundred yards. As yacht racing spectators,

Southern Ocean wjiifch was followed for several days by a graceful black bird

we in Northern California have been spoiled

— which he shot “in one of his black moods”. That ship was later wrecked

by the propitious shape of the Bay and

and Simon Hatley was again captured by the Spaniards. He ended his days

events like the St. Francis Big Boat Series.

in a dank dungeon, perhaps cursing the day he first saw the albatross. Eighty

Don’t expect viewing down south to be

years passed before Samuel Taylor Coleridge, abetted by his friend, William Wordsworth, composed the classic poem — knowing of the incident, if not

anything like it is in the Bay. In fact we at

the individual. Hatley, you’ve guessed by now, was the key to The Rhyme of the Ancient Mariner.

see any boats at all.

the case against powerboats It’s a beautiful winter day, warm enough to bask in the cockpit with your shirt off. The sky is clear and bright but you’re just about asphyxiated. Why? For unexplained reasons the fellow in the powerboat next to you is doing all

Latitude 3&suggest you don’t even expect to To insure that order is maintained around the Olympic sites and that the business of the busy Port of Los Angles can continue unim-

all’s well that You may recall the picture in our January issue (Volume 79) of the Cal 24 impaled on a piling following the vicious December 3rd storm. We’re happy to report that the Gin¬ ger-Bread Man, owned by Oakland’s Marvin Mainer, has been patched up and refloated. Marvin says he took her for a spin shortly after the February 1 launch date. He even went through a rough ship’s wake that sent

celestial navigation kinds of crazy things with his engine, not only drenching the east side of Angel Island in noise, but as the picture above shows, fumigating it with diesel exhaust.

celestial navigation in Sausalito, the folks at

If a guy really enjoys afternoons like that, he should have sat at a bus stop and saved $100,000.

sponsoring a six-week class, taught by the

If you’re interested in taking a course on Cass’ Marina would like to know. They’ll be

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SIGHTINGS summer Olympics?

winging it How could a yacht designer ever hope to improve on a craft as successful

peded, the Coast Guard is beefing up its equipment and personnel resources in the area. Polar Star, a 400-ft icebreaker that would also be an effective crowd-separator, will be the command vessel. Shell be backed

as the Laser? This simple, fast, one-design cat rigged dinghy has sold over 115,000 units since it was introduced in 1970, and has been a trainer for a whole generation of sailors. To think of coming up with a boat to succeed this standard is a bit like trying to reinvent the wheel. El Sobrante’s Jim Antrim, N.A., didn’t let that argument stop him. Back in

up by countless 32 and 41-ft patrol boats, forty 18-ft inflatables, and two helicopters. Four hundred extra Coasties will be on hand to

operate the equipment and

maintain

crowd control. As to the availability of guest berths, good places to anchor, and the wait for such things as fuel, food service and liquor — well, we’ll leave that to your imagination. ■ In the near future the Coast Guard will be starting a public education program to give the boating public a better idea of what to ex¬ pect during the Olympics. Stay tuned for that information. For those of you who’d like to get a taste of the Olympics with your boat in a less hec¬ tic

atmosphere,

consider

the

Tallships

parade. TOPSail ’84 will be held on the Fourth of July on a 5.2-mile course between Santa Monica Bay, Huntington Harbor, and

Winging it in the Estuary.

back to Long Beach. The event has been an nointed an “official Olympic cultural event”, and while the course is sure to be crowded, its substantial length and the huge size of the boats will make for respectable viewing. The parade will be led by California, the revenue cutter replica that is nearing comple¬

1980 he was approached by Jack Sheldon, then with Pyramid Boat Works in Hayward, about doing just such a project. The idea was to come up with a boat for Laser graduates that would have more performance and sail control. The result was the Wing Dinghy, which is now looking for a niche in the small boat market. Unfortunately for Antrim, the campaign has been sputtering,

tion in Southern California right now. The

but not for any design problem. Simple like a Laser, the Wing is engineered to give the helmsman7 more

event starts at 10 a.m. in Santa Monica Bay

leverage to resist heeling than a Laser or the 15-ft Olympic singlehanded

and should end in Long Beach at 7.p.m.

Finn dinghy. While very narrow (three feet) at the waterline, the hull spreads

There will be the obligatory enormous fire¬

out into hiking wings on both sides,imuch like the International 505 two-man

works display at the conclusion of the even¬

racer. These give the Wing five and a half feet of overall beam, and the rolled side tanks in the cockpit make hiking considerably easier than on either the

ing.

ends well

Finn or Laser. Weighing only 130 pounds and rigged with 108 feet of sail, the Wing also has much more horsepower for its weight than either the Laser or Finn. In mixed fleet racing, Antrim’s boat has easily proved itself faster, especially

him scurrying below to check the patch

downwind. It planes readily, even upwind if sailed correctly, a feat usually

under the bunk on the boat’s port side. No

unheard of in singlehanded boats. So why don’t you see more of these boats sailing around with their distinc¬

problem. His insurance company at first had their

tive rainbow paneled sail? Well, for one thing the project got off to a slow

doubts about what had happened, but Mar¬

start. It took over two years from the time Jim designed the boat until the first

vin showed them pictures to prove his story.

one hit the water. Production is up to hull #13 now and a small group turned

They paid $3,900 for the repairs. Marvin

out last year for racing in the Small Boat Racing Association (SBRA) season.

had bought the boat two months earlier for

At a list price of $2,895, the Wing is more expensive than a Laser but less

$5,500.'”

than a Finn. The open cockpit makes it a suitable day sailor as well, and it would make a great lake boat. While Jim hopes the Wing takes off soon, he’s not foregoing his mortgage

course

payments in anticipation. A graduate of Webb Institute, Jim worked four years for designers Brit Chance and Oakland s Gary Mull before setting up his own shop. He now describes himself as a

California Maritime Academy, but need to

specialist in non-specialized

designs”. Among his current projects are a custom half tonner for a Japanese

know how many people are interested and

client, a 55-ft pilot house cruiser slated for production in Taiwan, and an in¬

on what nights of the week they’d like to at¬

flatable hulled catamaran which has a tent for camping out. With this odd-lot

tend. You can call Cass’ at (415) 332-6789. cont'd on next sightings page

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SIGHTINGS now wing — cont’d mix of boats, it’s not hard to understand why he’s not a dockside name. Perhaps the Wing, if it gets promoted and starts to sell, will take him to new heights.

postponed and renamed Back in Volume 79 [Sightings, page 116] we announced March 1-4 as the dates of the first-ever Baja-Ha Race Week — a diluted West Coast version of Antigua Race Week to be held on the islands near La Paz, Baja California Sur. Originally it was planned as a very loosely structured event to be hosted solely by Latitude 38; that’s been changed, as have the dates and the name. The event will now be formally known as the Sea of Cortez Race Week, and the dates will be March 28 to April 1. Both changes were at the sugges¬ tion of Alberto Morphy, Jr. of La Paz, Mexican director of Race Week and coordinator of the event with the Mexican government. (Senor Morphy was instrumental in the founding of the Newport Beach to Cabo San Lucas Race and is currently setting up a similar race from a United States port^ to Cancun), Morphy explained that the original dates were not satisfactory because they would directly conflict with the big mardi gras celebration in La Paz. In addition the original dates would have not offered sufficient time for organization. Although it’s not certain, Senor Morphy is hoping to get some race committee boats, coverage from Mexican TV and newspapers, as well as donations from local beer distributors. We asked him if he was sure he wanted to go to such an effort if we couldn’t guarantee there would be more than seven or eight boats. He said he did, that events like a Sea of Cortez Race were extremely beneficial for greater understanding between the U.S. and Mexico, and that the event should be as well run as possible even if only two boats showed up. In line with that thinking he hinted that the name should be changed from Baja-Ha Race Week to the Sea of Cortez Race Week. We — who originally had named the Week in a slightly deprecating manner so as not to take the whole thing too seriously — readily agreed to the change. It is our hope that the event might become an annual fixture in Mexico, and as such would benefit from a more self-respecting name. A provisional schedule has been completed: March 28, 1800, Ensenada Grande Anchorage at Isla La Partjda: Wel¬ come marguerita party with munchies, everyone says “Howdy” and “Hola” to each other. In the Opening Ceremonies, the Sea of Cortez Race Week Queen reads the Declaration of Fun, a document that temporarily outlaws the 1. thinking of discouraging thoughts, 2. saying of discouraging words, and for the duration of the Race Week repeals all contractual obligations, in¬ cluding, we’re told, marriage vows, as well as dress and moral codes, etc. March 29, 0900: The first race, 19 miles to the main anchorage at Isla San Francisco. Boats will race under the Sea of Cortez Handicap System, which Latitude 38 will administer on the spot. Even the most loaded-down tradi¬ tional cruising boat with a foul bottom will have a shot at winning. (This Race Week is for cruising boats). Time limit is 1800 on the 29th. March 29, 1800: Potluck dinner at the beach at Isla San Francisco, featur¬ ing the co-mingling of the competitors, the swapping of lies, and walks through the salt flats. March 30, 0100: Lay Day Competition. Events include volleyball, swim¬ ming, spinnaker flying, boardsailing, fishing and rubber doll. March 31, 1800: Farewell to Baja and Awards Party. Includes another pot luck dinner, awards, drinks, hijinks, and who knows what else. April 1. 1200: Adios Amigos, informal race back to La Paz for those who are interested. If you’re going to be in La Paz just prior to Race Week and plan on attendcont'd on next sightings page

The deadline for public comment on the BCDC’s controversial— and some say badly flawed — Staff Report on Houseboats and Live-aboards has passed. According to Margit Hind of the BCDC, who authored the Re¬ port, the BCDC Staff will now review the comments, rewrite the Report, and send it out again. Margit wasn’t sure how long this would take, but specified a time frame of “at least a month”. No date has yet been set for the public hearing. A week prior to the February 29 deadline for public comment, Ms. Hind reports the BCDC had received “a good number of comments”. Among those comments should be over 2,000 names on petitions that had been printed in the last two issues of Latitude 38. Debbie Eldredge of BAB (Bay Area

meanwhile ovei the Committee for the Richardson Bay Special Area Plan heard more than it wanted at the public hearing February 23. It was nearing 10:30 p.m. and people were still waiting in line behind the microphone to speak out against the plan. The proposed rules of the plan would eliminate free an¬ choring, require houseboats, liveaboards and anchor-outs to move into marinas where pump-out stations are available, and make holding tanks a requirement. Well over a hundred people crowded up¬ stairs at the Mill Valley City Hall to discuss the BCDC’s Richardson Bay proposal. It was an angry confrontation between boaters who felt their lifestyles and homes strongly threat¬ ened, and the Committee, chaired by Super¬ visor A1 Aramburu. Councilman Richard Spotswood took time out to admonish the crowd for yelling and interrupting. But the audience remained angry and re¬ peatedly criticized the plan, claiming regulating houseboats and liveaboards was not the jurisdiction of the Committee. Other speakers challenged the report’s research

junior There are several junior sailing programs in the offing this spring. On March 3rd and 4th, Oakland’s Lake Merritt Sailing Club will host a seminar for sailors under 20 years of age. Lectures and on-the-water instruction will be included. For more information, call Del Locke at (415) 724-5896, Roger En¬ gland at (415) 482-2897 or Rex Abbott at (408) 374-4935. The St. Francis YC in San Francisco and Tiburon’s Corinthian YC have plans for two seven-week junior programs, from March page 100

SIGHTINGS what postponed — cont’d Boaters), who turned the petitions in, reports that signatures came from not only the Bay Area, but Sacramento, Marina del Rey and Mexico. “It’s great to see that so many people are concerned,” she said. Eldredge also helped compile'the BAB’s response to the BCDC Report. It was written by attorney Chris Meyer, who tackled the legal part; marine biologist Phil Swartzell,who addressed the environmental issues.; Scott Nolan, who researched the history; and Bob Mortinson, who did the statistics. So at this point there’s nothing to do but wait and see how the BCDC Staff responds to the public comments. But make no mis¬ take, this is just the first skirmish in what’s go¬ ing to be a long, long battle over public — and private — land in California.

in mill valley and facts. Paul Barry, chairman of Bay Area Boaters felt the plan’s ban on the discharge of graywater (water from cleaning and showers) was unfair. He claimed a number of studies showed it was not detrimental. Michael Woodstock-Haas made the point that the toxicity of bottom paint was of higher consequence, that “more pollution comes from the bottom of boats than from the bot¬ toms of owners”. Since much of the Bay’s pollution comes from urban run-off, many in the audience said that singling out boaters and liveaboards was unfair. Some, such as Chris Wagner, said they felt the Bay is cleaner today than in the past. He’s been observing for 20 years living in Clipper Basins 1 and 4. The issue of anchoring was never dis¬ cussed due to lack of time — the proposed plan.calls for designating an anchorage area for transient cruising and fishing boats across the water traffic lane from the Sausalito cityfront. It will be covered, along with the rest of the report at the Committee’s next meeting, tentatively scheduled for March 15.

sailing 31st to May 13th and from May 19th to July 1st. These Saturday sessions will feature beginning and intermediate classes in El Toro’s at the Corinthian, and advanced in¬ struction in Lasers at the St. Francis. You need not be a club member to participate, but you do need one to sponsor your child. The age limits are from 8 to 18. Qualified in¬ structors are also being sought for the pro¬ gram. Call Craig Caddell at (415) 435-3262 after 6:00 p.m. page 101

ing, please give Willie on Contrary to Ordinary a call. We’d like to try and talk you into helping obtain and transport things like ice, firewood and tequila And if your boat is in the area at the time, please plan on joining us. They’ll be free Sea of Cortez Race Week t-shirts for the first 50 people who show up. Incidentally — and finally — U.S. Race Director-For-Life, Bill Clute, is still searching for the first Sea of Cortez Race Week Queen. Applicants must have $100 (for half the plane fare), a great body, a little bikini, and a great sense of the absurd. You get to reign over the Week, and will have your choice of staying on a 39 or 47-ft cutter for the week. This is an on-the-level offer. Call Bill at (415) 232-7337 for details.

it pays to speak up — more from the marina survey The Berkeley berthers’ survey worked. At least that’s what they’re saying in Berkeley. At a recent meeting of the Berkeley Waterfront Commission it was decided not to recommend an increase in berthing rates for next year. In ad¬ dition, the capital improvements suggested for next year were made much in line with the needs expressed by the Berkeley berthers in the survey they filled out last fall. The fact that 81 percent of the respondents to the Berkeley survey felt that

bay area marina survey If you haven’t already, here’s your last opportunity to take part in our survey of marinas in the Bay Area. The deadline is February 15th, at which time we’ll compute all the responses and publish the results in the March issue. You’ll get to see how your marina stacks up against the others. More responses means more accurate data, so fill this out and send it to Marina Survey, c/o Latitude 38, P.O. Box 1678, Sausalito 94966.

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SIGHTINGS survey — cont’d rates were either high or excessive helped sway the commissioners in their decision. The Commission had asked the Berkeley marine staff to survey East Bay marinas and compare rates to those at Berkeley. Berkeley turned out to be higher than most, according to the staff’s survey and also according to the survey done by the Berkeley Marina Neighborhood Association (BMNA), the group that put together the original survey. Not only did rates not get raised, but the city is going to begin some capital improvements that are both long overdue and also in line with the berthers’ wishes. High on the list of improvements for next year are dockside electrical work, dock boxes for some slips that don t have them, pilings for a dock in bad shape and, miracle of miracles, paving for one of the parking lots that s currently in very bad shape. The Berkeley survey had pointed out to the Commissioners that it wasp t too hot an idea for a marina parking lot to look like the Nevada test site f6r atomic weapons. The lots look like hell, with more potholes than level sur¬ face . . . and more gravel than your local quarry. Berthers’ ratings for the lots suggested resistance to the need for using a depth sounder before stepping into what might be a two-inch or a two-foot pothole and, by God, the worst parking lots will be' upgraded this year. Apparently it hasn’t escaped the Berkeley Marina staff and waterfront com¬ mission that the waiting list for berths at Berkeley is way down. It was once several years, now it’s several months. And with close to 1,000 empty berths around the Bay {open or a-building), competition is rearing its ugly head. For berthers other than those at Berkeley, an expression of your opinion might well help you at your house. So we’re extending the survey weve been doing for another month. We’ve received over a hundred responses so far, but in order to make a real impact at your marina we need to get more surveys.So send them in! And if you know some poor soul who doesn’t read Latitude 38, give him a copy of the survey and have him (or her) fill it out and get it back to us as soon ,as possible. — marty rabkin

embarcadero anchorage Here’s some more information on those new San Francisco mooring buoys mentioned last month in a letter from Chuck St. John. They were originally the idea of Eugene (Sartland, director of the Port of San Francisco, who intended them for recreational use. The Port contributed labor for the project, while- Southern Pacific Railroad, Pacific Telesis, Maskell Marine (formerly Johnson and Joseph) and the San Francisco Bay Sailing Associa-

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the crew The Crew List Parties will be held on Wednesday, April 4, at the Corinthian YC in Tiburon, and Thursday, April 5, at the Metropolitan Oakland YC in Jack London Square. The hours of the parties will be 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. To get to the Corinthian YC take the Highway 131 (Tiburon-Belvedere) turnoff from 101 -and head east for about three miles. In beautiful downtown Tiburon turn right on Main Street; the Corinthian YC is just around the corner from Tiburon Tom¬ mies restaurant. There are several parking lots in the area. The Metro Oakland YC is located in the southeast corner of Jack London Square in Oakland, between the Square and Jack London Village. There are several parking lots in the area. The Crew List Parties will basically be co¬ host affairs. There 'will be numerous door prizes care of Latitude 38 and Pusser’s Rum, page 102

list parties including t-shirts, mugs, hip flasks and ship decanters. Pusser’s will have their big ship’s cask full of ‘The Cannonball’, a special con¬ coction made for crew list’ers. Mike Pyzel, Singlehanded TransPac’er and expert on the Channel Islands, will give a brief — like 15 minutes — presentation on cruising the Channel Islands. Those who would prefer to go right on meeting people will have plenty of room to do so without disturbing those who wish to watch the pro¬ gram. To gain entry to the Crew List you must have your name appear on the Latitude 38 Crew List in the March or April issues. Others will be allowed to enter for $5 on a space available basis. We hope to see all you Crew List folks at the parties, but please remember we are all guests of the gracious folks of the Corinthian and Metro Oakland YC’s, so let’s all be on our very best behavior.

embarcadero — cont’d tion contributed funds and parts, including old train wheels, chain and buoys. Technically these moorings are for day use only since there are no pump¬ out stations nearby to satisfy overnight requirements of the Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC). The Port, however, is not into a heavy policing number and aren’t about to run you off in the middle of the night. At one point they considered putting coin operated parking meters on the buoys, but details for that plan have yet to be worked out (just kidding). As for coming ashore, there are steps at either end of the promenade fac¬ ing the buoys from shore. As much^architectural as they are functional, the steps do,have rings and cleats you could use to tie up. Security is nil, so the best plan would be to have someone row you in and wait for your return back at the boat. Once ashore you have access to all the wonders at the foot of Market Street, such as the YMCA, the Hyatt Hotel and Embarcadero Plaza, a weekend hot spot for San Francisco memorabilia. You also have the racket of the freeway overhead, the noise of,which would be far more effective in keeping you bom spending the night than anything the BCDC could do.

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For those who remembered her as the queen of the Monterey racing fleet in the 1960’s, it memories. . •pwd for whom means "iitle angel” in Spanish, was even more of an apparition. This was the first American yacht to ever win an Olympic gold medal, an event which oc■ ■ PHoros this page bv umuot sa/svc

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again.” says Thomsen. The rest of the boat had to be essentially recreated from a few old drawings, a scale model, photographs and the memories ol those who sailed on and against her. The list of those who contributed to the project is ex¬ tensive , with special credit going to Bud Gar¬ diner who helped greatly in assuring the yacht’s authenticity. That extended right down to the hand painted, gold leaf name painted on the stem over the Olympic emblem. Richard Moore,

Koblich had pulled the deck off in anticipa¬ tion of rebuilding the boat, but the project had bogged down. Alan’s heart tugged each time he saw the old dame in her sorry state. Aware that the Olympics were again going to be held in Los Angeles this summer, Sim¬ pkins came up with a plan. A year and a half ago he proposed restoring Angelfta to Peter Ueberroth, president of the Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee. Ueberroth went for the idea. In fact he liked it so much he and his wife Ginny. both graduates of San Jose State, underwrote the whole project to

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the tune of $100,000! This summer Angelita will serve as flagship for the sailing Olympic events off Long Beach and then be donated to a youth sailing foundation in Los Angeles, By the looks of the yacht now, it could easily be another 55 years before she needs any more work done on her. After scraping out the few places that had dry rot, Thomsen and his expert crew cold molded three layers of 1,/8-inch fir over the double planked mahogany and cedar original hull. A layer of ten-ounce cloth and epoxy on the outside completed the job. “She’ll never get wet

F* or Churchill, Biby and Moore, the celebration was a thrilling moment. Moore, who hadn’t seen the boat since the 1930’s, said he hadn't been so worked up since his destroyer spent a night under attack during World War II. Churchill spoke to the crowd of his joy at being able to partake in both the original and second building of Angelita. “I love you all,” he said before emotion over¬ came him. Sailing has been a major part of this Southern Californian’s life. The grandson of a wagon train captain who came west in 1850, he started racing in 1913 aboard a

ANGELITA 52-ft gaff sloop. He had Angelita built to compete for the King of Spain trophy, do¬ nated by Alfonso the 13th to promote 8 Meter racing in the United States. Churchill won the prize five out of the seven times it was up for competition. (He has since do¬ nated it to the California YC which puts it up now for Star boat racing). Churchill started his Olympic campaigning in 1928, where he took a fourth. At Los An¬ geles four years later he was sailing in his home waters off San Pedro. Angelita won the first four races in the Seven heat series. The Canadian skipper, who had finished second each time, conceded the gold to the Americans and suggested they cut the regat¬ ta short and go up to the Los Angeles Col¬ iseum to watch the track and field events. Churchill happily agreed. Those were the days of amateur yachting! ---r--

Left and below, skipper Churchill and “Angelita” in the 1930’s. Inset, Gary Rhodes reapplies the name in gold leaf.

ngelita traveled to the 1936 Olympics in Germany, but was badly beaten. Two years later Churchill sold her and retired from racing at the age of 42. He continued to cruise, however. He’s now an honorary member of several yacht clubs and he still travels to the Bay Area every fall to watch the Big Boat Series and thens sails up to Tinsley Island for the St. Francis YC’s stag cruise. Now the oldest living American gold medalist, Churchill will undoubtably be honored at a few more gatherings this Olym¬ pic year. The one in Santa Cruz, complete with a brass band from San Jose State blar¬ ing out ABC-TV’s Olympic theme song, was just a harbinger of Olympomania we’ll wit¬ ness this year. For Bob Thomsen and the others who performed their artistry on the now resplendent Angelita, it was a gold medal performance. — latitude 38 — sue

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as this going to be a laid-back slide to Mexico, or part of the grand prix 10R circuit? That was a difficult question to answer on the morning of February 28th at the San Diego Yacht Club, where a fleet of 41 10R yachts were making final prepara¬ tions for the 1,200-mile race to Manzanillo. One clue might have been the fact that the fleet seemed to be dominated by ultra lights. There were more boats designed by Bill Lee than from any other designers and many others that fit the Santa Cruz ultra light form¬ ula. Newest of the ultralights was the Nelson/Marek 68 Swiftsure III, owned by Nick and Robert Frazee of San Diego. They would duel with the nearly identical Saga, winner of the Cabo Race earlier this winter. Also present was Anthem, the MacGregor (Venture) 65, and Merlin, still with its cut-

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down rig for TransPac. There were no less than five Santa Cruz 50’s, two Santa Cruz 40’s, and one Olson 40. Representing the mainstream 10R ma¬ chines were Dennis Conner with his new Nelson/Marek 40 Reliance, Monte Living¬ ston’s new Checkmate (formerly Bullfrog), and John Aren’s new Tomahawk (formerly Margaret Rintoul), just to mention a few. Ex¬ cept for Miramar, John Scripps’ aging 70-ft ketch, and a handful of Swans and similar heavy racer-cruisers, the fleet was absolutely high tech, state-of-the-art.

an Diego YC has had a race to Mexico every other year since the 1951 race to Acapulco. In 1974, they shortened the course by 300 miles, finishing at the Las Hadas Resort near Manzanillo, eliminating the slowest and most frustrating part of the course (elapsed times to Acapulco were often up tq 18 days!). Although strictly an 10R contest, the race has acquired a very informal reputation. Spoof radio broadcasts are heard every eve¬ ning and there’s a lot of fooling around that page I 10

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you don’t expect to find during a “serious” race. Some crews are even put through an initiation ceremony just for crossing into the Tropic of Cancer the first time. Checkmate’s Steve Taft, an experienced Mexico racer, refers to this affair as a LPYRA event — Low Pressure Yacht Racing. Looking at the Grand Prix fleet the morning before the start with th,e “heavies” on the crew lists and the high tech hardware, it wasn’t easy to get into page I I I

MANZANILLO the right frame of mind for Mexico. Well, some things never change. Like the weather between San Diego and Manzanillo. Three days out we heard the first ominous “slat” from the mainsail, and a few days later we were thoroughly deprogrammed and ready for Manana-land.

board Sy Kleinman’s Swiftsure I (the older 58-ft Frers design), our plan was to get well offshore and always sail on the headed jibe. Although the Santa Ana conditions at the start promised inshore northeasterlies, we still opted for the offshore route. There, we figured we would get the strongest, weather system-generated northwest winds,

Above, a fleet greeter at Las Hadas. Right, race win¬ ner “Swiftsure III".

and avoid the calm periods between revers¬ ing diurnal thermal breezes. A trough over northern Baja also suggested possible south¬ west winds, which we would be well posi¬ tioned to take advantage of. The strategy worked for the first couple of days. Then the eastern Pacific high turned west and dissipated and the low over Baja started to fill in. Everybody came to a grind¬ ing halt. We even had two consecutive mornings of east to southeast wind, followed by nearly flat clam afternoons. And we were almost a hundred miles out! Meanwhile, the boats that stayed within 30 to 50 miles of the beach were making slightly better time, with Dennis Conner moving into an impressive class lead. De¬ spite what you may have heard, El Nino is

still at large. Conner had obtained a recent satelite photo that clearly showed the boun¬ daries of the north-flowing warm current. He had concluded that once south of Point Lazara, you had to be either less than 35 or more than 250 miles off. But there’s more to it than just avoiding El Nino. Conner claims to have jibed 62 times in just one night! And that his over-the-bottom track for the whole race exceeded the rhumb line by only 45 miles!

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coast also had their troubles, such as Check¬ mate. The Peterson 55 was inside boat when the wind ran out and lost their Class B lead to the four foot smaller Tomahawk. Check¬ mate crewmember Greg Dorland says they spent one day with the spinnaker pole on the forestay and going any direction that would keep them moving. That night the wind came back and they had a very dramatic crossing with Tomahawk. Lacking any moonlight, they could only see the shadow page I 13

approaching. Finally Doug Peterson, crew¬ ing on Checkmate, recognized Tomahawk’s, backstay rig. Owners Livingston and Arens exchanged pleasantries and the longer boat then pulled ahead. As the fleet approached the tip of the Baja Peninsula, the notorious “Cabo Hole” had to be negotiated. No matter where you were, you spent some time slatting, and most of the racers had a chance to go swimming. On Swiftsure, about 50 miles off, we only had one short period of “goose eggs” on the speedo, and never lost steerage. No swim¬ ming, but we were very tempted to go in

after a large mahi-mahi that was following us in the shade under our stern. Finally on pur way across the Gulf, we had night of strong northerlies (wind at last!). A high over Utah (not uncommon following a Santa Ana) and/or a southerly location of the jet stream seems to be the tip-off for this one. We had gone a bit too far south and had to jib reach, but evidently found more wind than our competitors further north.

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M. Livingstone J. Arens S. Pine H. Thomasen J. Jensen S. Kleinman L. Schechter R. Repass J. Hoffman Kirsch et al

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Conner/Geraghty R. Partida M. Bretzfield J. Pedlow C. Eichenlaub P. Friedman K. Ott P. Grant F. Frye H. Beatty

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that came in wide from the south held the breeze longer, while those that tried/ the straight-in approach from across the Gulf died sooner. Nearly all thfe boats came in within a 24-hour period, many with the assistance of the light easterly that blows along the coast at night. The new Swiftsure III came out the overall winner, beating Conner by just seven min¬ utes corrected. Checkmate took Class B thanks in part to a wild final night of 30 to 35 knot winds. Steve Taft and Sausalito’s Dewey Hines shared helming duties, expert¬ ly guiding the heavy IOR yacht under full spinnaker. Eclipse, a Nelson/Marek 43, won Class C. Acey Duecy was the first Santa Cruz 50 in, despite the tragic loss of Fat Moniz, the

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48-year old father of owner Herman Moniz, 25. Pat had been instrumental in modifying Acey Duecy, including lengthening the mast and boom and dropping the keel down a foot. According to crewmember Duncan Kelso of Alameda, they were extremely fast, sailing boat-for-boat with the 65-ft Anthem and faster than the 67-ft Merlin before tragedy struck.

elso reports that Pat Moniz, a Hawaii

businessman, wasn’t feeling well during the race, his first ocean contest. It wasn’t until later that they found out he had been on a special diet of some kind and being sick wasn’t helping him at all. He collapsed on the third morning out. The crew realized they needed help 'and altered course to the nearest escort vessel. Pat recovered a little in the interim but was unconscious when they transferred him to the motorboat with Her¬ man and another crewmember. He died shortly thereafter and was buried at sea. page I 14

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Acey Duecy continued on with a shorthanded crew of five. After finishing they were awarded two hours for altering course and managed to correct out third in class and sixth overall. The boat is expected to head north and spend some time in Santa Cruz and possibly return to Hawaii in this summer’s Kauai Cup. Pat Moniz, incidental¬ ly, had plans to buy one of the new Santa page 1 15

Cruz 70’s from Bill Lee Yachts. Las Hadas is a superb place to finish a yacht race. There’s enough dock space for the whole fleet, and the hotel is very accom¬ modating. Needless to say the scenery is spectacular after eight days-at sea. New rooms and a second pool have been added to the fantasy resort since its days as the set¬ ting for Bo Derek’s high jinks in “10”. Sitting in the pool with a cerveza and watching others finish was a great way to unwind and Replenish the body’s fluids.

ooking at the same fleet tied up again at Las Hadas, it is perfectly clear that you can have it both ways. That is, top-level ocean racing without giving up the fun and infor¬ mality of friendly ■ competition. The IOR seems to treat the ultralights fairly over this course, which becomes a marvelous strategic challenge: And then there’s the sun, the light air, and the fact that it’s Mexico to keep everything in proper perspective.

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he symptoms are unmistakable. First there’s a subtle, but steadily increas¬ ing sense of listlessness and inability to con¬ centrate. Attention span shortens markedly. Office workers begin to produce small sketches of sail plans, joiner work details, or palm trees and hula dancers in the margins of all documents. Magazines and newspapers are invariably opened to the classified section first, and generally not otherwise used. Final confirmation of the diagnosis is usually possible when the eyes develop the “far away look”, a kind of glazed over, other-worldly appearance. Another victim has fallen to the dread New Boat Disease. New Boat Disease, referred to as “Rapture of the Deep” by some authorities, can strike anyone at anytime. Its occurrence is well documented among people who have never been anywhere near a large body of water, as well as among sailors with years of experience. But it is the most tragic when it hits someone who has neither the exper¬ ience nor the financial resources to cope with the acquisition that is the inevitable result of this disorder. That was the case when a friend who had been crewing on some of the local racing boats for a season walked into the yacht club with a very strange look about him. “You know those boats chained to the dock on the other side of the marina?” he asked. “What does the marina do with them? Don’t they hold an auction or some¬ thing?” He was referring to the “Derelict Ddck”, a special place in the far corner of the marina reserved for boats that have been removed from their regular berths because of long overdue berth payments, repeated sinkings, or other minor technicalities. “Yes, they do have an auction once in a while,” I said. “But usually if a boat is worth anything, the original owner will show up at the last minute and reclaim it by paying the back fees.” “You’re not interested in one of those hulks, 1 hope!” said another one of the patio sailors who was sitting with us. “Well, actually, there is a boat that I’ve been looking at. It’s a classic old cruising ketch', with a pilothouse and aft cabin.” “Not that pile of dry rot!” “Actually, the hull is sound — it’s the topsides and deck that need a lot of work.” “Isn’t that the boat that sunk at its berth last fall?” “The leaks are all above the waterline,” in¬ sisted the would-be yacht owner. “That’s because it hadn’t been sailed for so long that it dried out. It only starts to sink, after a

heavy rain, when enough rain water collects to bring the leaks down to the waterline. “I’ve heard that one before.” “No, really — you have to see this old boat to appreciate it. It’s not locked, and the marina attendant says it’s okay to go aboard to inspect.”

time. 11 was obvious that our friend was suffer, ing from a very acute case of Rapture of the Deep. But checking out an old ketch seemed like more fun that sitting around the yacht club on an overcast, windless Sunday after¬ noon. The whole group of us was soon walking down the gangway to the Derelict Dock. 1 was surprised at the number of boats tied up there, especially the assortment of fiber¬ glass cruiser/racers between 20 and 30 feet. Some appeared to be in quite good condi¬ tion — surely their owners (or the bank) would get them out of hock before allowing them to be auctioned off. A few others had been neglected for years but were probably sound — potentially good buys for someone in the right place at the right time. As for the wooden boats — to call them derelicts was rather generous. Except for one little ply¬

wood yawl, about 26 feet long, that caught my eye. It was conceivably a boat that could be bought for almost nothing, and brought back to life without making a full-time career s out of the project. But our friend’s dream boat was another story. It was about 37 or 38 feet long, with high freeboard, a big pilothouse, and an aft cabin with windows across the stern. Most of the topside paint was peeled off, the dog¬ house windows were gone, and open seams were everywhere. The rig, or what remained of it, was a wreck, and the bottom supported many years of uninhibited marine growth. “We could haul this thing out and open a sushi bar,” joked one of the group, no doubt eyeing a cluster of mussels on the rudder. “I think we should all go back and put on life jackets before we go aboard,” said one skeptic. “I think we should all put on life jackets before we stand this close to it!” suggested another.

^\fter being warned not to put any weight on a certain stanchion that was pull¬ ing out of the rotten deck, we climbed aboard one at a time. “And watch out for that soft spot near the companionway,” added our host. “I swear I’d fall right through to the bilge if I jumped up and down,” said one of the crew. Soon we were all standing inside the big pilothouse.* 1 A large pump, supplied by the marina, was ready to switch itself on and pump water through a two-inch hose that led out through a smashed window. - “You’ve got to be kidding,” 1 said. “This boat’s a disaster!” “But it does have its charm, you know,” said one of the inspection committee as he walked over to the inside control station and put his hands around the spokes of a tradi¬ tional steering wheel. “Wouldn’t it make a great race committee boat?” As we investigated further, we found the boat to be a virtual treasure house of antique fittings and hardware — right down to the lit¬ tle brass mermaids that hold the dish towel in the galley. We could almost understand why our friend had been smitten. The aft cabin was especially nice — perfect proportions and a very salty feeling to it — if you ignore the fact that you could see daylight coming in around the edge of the transom. Finally we pulled up the hatch over the engine, to reveal a rusty engine block with

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MAX EBB exposed rusty pistons, and a rusty head sit¬ ting on the bottom awash in bilge water next to it. “You think it’ll start?” someone said. “I’m going to junk the engine/’ said the prospective owner. “1 figure a small outboard will be enough to get me in and out of the marina. All I need to do is put a bracket on the transom to clamp it on to.” “And what are you going to clamp the transom on to?” we asked. “No, really,” he insisted, “the hull is sound. Look . . .” He stepped down beside the engine, placing his feet carefully on the frames to keep them dry, and poked some of the planks at the turn of the bilge with a pocket knife. “Solid as can be!” “Of course there’s no rot under the engine hatch,” said one of the more knowledgeable members of the inspection committee. “That’s where it’s easiest to check! And the ventilation is good. Try up around the rud¬ der post, or behind the ceiling in the forward cabin, or under the fuel tank.” He paused for a second, and then stated authoritatively, “This boat will never fly; again.” “Well, I know it could take a few(years to fully restore it, but meanwhile I think it would be a cheap place to live. You know the house 1 live in has been sold, so I’m going to be kicked out of my digs anyway in a couple of months. The berth rates are so much less than rent, I could save money in the long run.” “You realize, of course, that you’re com¬ pletely insane. There is, however, one way that this project might be feasible, and that’s if you haul the boat out, let it dry for a few weeks, and fiberglass the whole bottom up to a foot above the waterline.” “That would kill it for sure!” “I know, but at least it might keep the water out while it sits in the marina for a few more years.” “You have to admit, it’s a perfect boat for a liveaboard,” said another guest. “The con¬ cept would be to use the original hull as a mold for the fiberglass hull you’d build around it. If you take the engine out, it might even float somewhere near its lines with all the extra weight. And who knows . . . with an outboard, on a calm day, and with good tides, you might even make it to Angel Island!” But our friend’s dreams would not be so easily shattered. He wouldn’t admit it, but images of the South Seas were in his head. “No. I’m going to do it right. A few planks

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need to be replaced, and I’ll have to re-calk most of the bottom — but I did some of that kind of work before, and I know exactly what I’m getting into.”

It was hopeless. “What are you going to

spell it (this is especially important when dealing with the Marine Operator). A good ' name should also have an easily recogniz¬ able meaning. Not that a double-entendre or a non-sequitur is bad — in fact those are some of the elements of really great boat names — but please, stay away from the totally esoteric, or foreign-language words. It has to have meaning, at least on one level, to the masses!” “I know what you mean,” I said. “Look at the typical list of race entrants, for example/ and a high proportion of them are meaning¬ less words that I can’t pronounce correctly. I’m much more likely to refer to a boat by its name if the name is something I can under¬ stand without it having to be explained to ■ me.” -■V&f-r' •' “And whatever you do, don’t combine syllables from your kids’ names! That’s the kind of thing that the powerboat folks do!" After some more discussion about boat names, followed by another round of sincere warnings to the prospective buyer not to have anything to do with this charming old vessel, we started back to the yacht club. We walked past the little plywood yawl, and I tried to direct my friend’s attention to it. / “You know, that little yawl could probably be turned into a first-rate passage-maker. It’s small, but I know people who lived on smaller boats and claimed to like it!” - ■<

name it?” I asked, trying to be a little be sup¬ portive . “I’ve been giving some thought to that, and you know, there are very few good names that aren’t already taken. I’ll probably use the name of a star, maybe one with a south declination that passes over an exotic island . . .” “My God!” I thought to myself. “He’s even been studying celestial navigation!” “Just make sure it’s a name that people know how to pronounce,” advised one of the group. “That’s one of the major prob¬ lems with boat names. In order to have a successful name — that is, one that people will actually use when referring to your boat — you have to follow some basic rules.” “Like what?” “First of all, when you see it written, you have to know how to pronounce it. And when you hear it, you have to know how to

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on Golden Gate Avenue between the Federal Building and San Francisco’s Ten¬ derloin district.

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rushing by, both cars and pedestrians. The latter range from office secretaries to three piece suiters to down-on-their-luck drifters. Standing by the front door is a silver-haired, tan gentleman dressed in a brown sport coat and khaki pants. On the lapel of his jacket is a gold metal pin made up of a circle with a seven inscribed inside, the same symbol that adorns a light fixture on the facade of the building. A large black man dressed in a leather jacket walks by, looks at the man in the sports jacket and stops a few steps be¬ yond. Flesitating, the black man turns back.

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You’re Bob Marshall, man! Yeah! Hey, I watch you all the time, man!” Bob Marshall: “Thanks. Why don’t you write a letter to my station manager and tell him that (laughs). That is, if you like me." Black man: “Sure I do! Hey, you’re good, man!" (They both laugh).

hether it’s the man on the street, his co-workers at KGO-TV or fellow sailors in the Newport 30 class, people seem to like Bob Marshall. He’s a man who’s developed an easy-going style both professionally and off-the-air, whose gravelly voice soothes the listener whether they’re sitting in front of the page 123

tube or next to him at the club bar. He’s a survivor who lived through Okinawa with the Marines in World War II and over forty years in radio and television broadcasting, not to mention raising five children. He recently became a grandfather. How has he coped with decades of insecurity, deadlines and pressure? “There are those who say I’m protected by a thin veneer of stupidity,” he says with almost a straight face. There is no doubt that sailing has helped over the past 20 years. He’s raced actively, first with the Excalibur 26 Perezoso (which

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means “lazy bones”) and then the Newport 30 Roquefort. This blue-hulled sloop is a ubiquitous sight on the Bay, racing almost every weekend. Bob and Rosie, his second wife and number one crew, make an annual pilgramage to the Delta each summer, often accompanied by Bob’s kids and their friends. They also take sailing vacations in Maine, where Rosie spent her summers growing up and which Bob has come to enjoy greatly.

BOD MARSHALL erhaps Bob’s greatest times sailing, though, are his weekend afternoon solos. Responsible for the early morning newscasts three days a week, he manages to slip away from his Sausalito berth more than once a week for some solitary recreation. These ses-

sions act as a tonic to counteract the hustle and bustle of life in the media. His only la¬ ment is that “1 can’t convince the IRS that sailing is therapy and therefore deductible!” Scene: A clear, crisp winter day circa 1963 or 1964, Bob’s first year in San Fran¬ cisco. Standing by the Bay he looks out at the hundreds of sailboats taking aduantage of the break from the rains which have been deluging the Bay Area. He is impressed with the sight and makes up his mind to give sail¬ ing a try. Scene: Later that summer. Bob and three friends are taking their singlehanded gradua¬ tion sails from instructor Cass Gidley in Sausalito's windy Hurricane Gulch. Gidley, tall and black haired, is riding in a motor launch, shouting instructions and enjoying the spec¬ tacle of novices’ travails. Gidley: “Okay. Bob, now tack. ” Marshall: “Wait, let me bail first!’’ Gidley (loudly): “Ho, ho, ho!” Marshall (to himself): “Ha, ha, ha.” The scene fades out with spirited music, perhaps from Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons”, indicating that despite his present discomfort Bob is firmly within the grasp of the sailing fever.

ob came to sailing at the same time he started working for KGO. Raised in Michi¬ gan, his family moved to Florida when he

Bob with some of his weather gathering gear.

was in high school. As the result of a school project he was offered part-time work at an Orlando radio station in 1941. He served two years in the Marines from 1943 to 1945, acting as radio man in the South Pacific theater. Afterwards he returned to Florida, went to college and got more radio and television work, with stints in Miami, Atlanta, Philadelphia and Cleveland. To this day he considers himself a news reporter, but he spent time doing everything from game show host to announcing play-by-play for the University of Miami football games. After a job as a consultant to a group of TV stations in Argentina, Bob came to work at KFRC Radio in San Francisco as Program Director. He also filled in Ivhen needed on their all-night jazz show. A year later the sta¬ tion went to rock and roll and Bob was fired. In 1964 he landed a job with KGO radio, serving as announcer for a recorded comedy series. Three years later he switched over to the ABC television affiliate and has been there ever since. After hosting the AM Show, which was more news oriented than the present version, Bob was asked to (jo the weather. He

agreed, but only if the station would send shim to school. He enrolled at UC Berkeley in a nigbt course, completed it and started his new career. He does other work, such as the early morning newscasts, but Bay Area viewers identify him as the weatherman. His desk sits in the weather office, surrounded by the latest meteorological data-gathering computers, printers and video screens. Bob says it takes about two hours of work collect¬ ing data to prepare a two-and-a-half minute TV segment, although the speedy com¬ puters can shorten that time. “There have been a few times when I’ve come in here late after a race and put things together in a hurry!” he admits.

eing both a weekend weatherman and sailboat racer has its ups and downs. Bob enters many races, knowing that he’ll have to abandon some of them before finishing in order to get to work on time. He’s become an expert at stashing his car at strategic locations so he can be dropped off and make it to the City in a hurry. Bill Clark, one of his regular crew since 1980, says ocean races are the biggest problem and sometimes they’ve had to drop out and motor in. Bob doesn’t mind, really. Once he drove from vHalf Moon Bay to San Fran¬ cisco, did the show and then drove back to Half Moon Bay to race the next day! Another by-product of the job is having people frequently ask for wind and weather advice out on the water. The temptation to yell over to Roquefort, “Hey, Bob, what’s

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the wind going to do?” is almost overwhelming. H^’s used to it by now, and warns those who may be tempted to ask that whatever he tells you will probably be misleading. “If you want accurate advice,” he jokes, “be pre¬ pared to pay.” Actually, being a weatherman doesn’t make you an expert on where the wind will come from and at what strength. Bob and his fellow weatherperson Sue Fisher both reveal that marine forecasting is basically projecting patterns into the future based on data from the recent past. They might get a few reports from ships at sea, but not enough to cover any large expanse of water. So Bob’s success as a racer can’t really be tied to his profes¬ sion, although there are those who allude to that, usually in jest. “We kid him about it a lot,” says fellow Newport 30 owner Dick Aronoff. “If he misses a race we figure it’s go¬ ing to be a bad day, and when he is there we let him know that we’re expecting a good one.” Scene: The early 1970’s. Bob is racing Perezoso with his soh Phil crewing. On a windy spinnaker run they broach badly. They try lowering the chute and it fills with water. Bob (to Phil): “Pull it in!” Phil (starting to gather the sail but hearing it rip): “I don’t think we should do that.” Bob: “Dammit! I don’t care what you think. We’re racing!”

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"Roquefort”, Bob’s Newport 30.

L#ove of sailing, a strong competitive spirit and lots of time on the water are the real key to Bob’s success. He won the YRA season championship in the Excalibur one year and won back-to-back titles in 1976 and 1977 in the Newport 30. He’s had trouble beating the likes of Jim Lindsey and Frank Hinman in the class in recent years, but Roquefort still wins her share of races. Dur¬

ing a recent Sausalito Cruising Club mid¬ winter race, for example, Bob and Rosie put together a masterful race, finishing up with ultralight speedsters and correcting out to win overall. Every once in a while Bob thinks about getting one of those fast boats, like an Olson 30 or Express 27. He wonders how he could do with a hotshot crew and a big time cam¬ paign. Then he reconsiders and realizes how much he really enjoys family-oriented rac¬ ing. His son Phil has raced with him for almost 14 years and his youngest boy Grif,

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features, the 505 Worlds and the Challenge Cup match race series in 1980 which featured world class skippers going head-tohead. “There are several problems with putting sailing on TV,” says Bob, who has been thinking about the subject again recently. “To videotape a fleet of any size and make it intelligible to the viewer is very difficult. Olympic sailing has been covered* for exam¬ ple, but it is a low priority featured You can deal with a match race more effectively.” Another difficulty is the fragmentary ele¬ ments of boating. Fishermen who Jike to take their skiff out and drop a line aren’t going to be too interested in a yacht race involving multimillion dollar sloops.

3 ob does have some hope, though. He thinks emphasis should be put on more non¬ competitive elements, such as the interesting people in the boating field. A lot of effort could be put into counteracting the “yacht¬ ing” image, showing that people from all walks of life own boats, including minorities and handicapped persons. Boardsailing also has potential, especially since so many peo¬ ple have at least tried it and know something about it. Scene.- A Bay Area yacht club, where Bob is giving a slide presentation weather.

of boating

He spends 20 minutes showing

pictures of the weather instruments he uses

“Roquefort” in the Delta mode.

19, comes aboard when he’s home from school. Rosie has been a steady for 12 years, serving multiple roles as chief sail trimmer, cook and mate. Bob drives and calls tactics. “We’re both strong-willed,” says Rosie, who works teaching deaf children in Fremont. “Sailing with him has really brought out my competitive side and 1 enjoy that.” v

hile he takes only a limited amount of knowledge from his job to sailing, Bob has taken a considerable amount of sailing to his job. He’s the sailing and boating expert at KGO and for one four-year period was re¬ sponsible for a weekly summer boating spot on the Friday night news. The station managers thought it would complement the other weatherman, Pete Giddings, and his winter ski reports. There were also special reports for events such as the Master Mariners race and the Wednesday evening heat of the Big Boat Series. Despite the good intentions, the boating reports never generated much enthusiasm on the viewer’s part. Mail response, a key in¬ dicator for a local show, was minimal. “I got maybe two or three letters a week,” says Bob. “Ten would have been better.” Part of the problem was timing — 5:15 p.m. on Fri¬ day afternoon wasn’t a great time to catch boaters. Nevertheless, some segments did get a response, such as a few on safety

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at KGO and the data they generate, as well

dated several times and has good informa¬

as illustrations of different types of fog and

tion. The other is the text I used for my

wind conditions one is likely to encounter on the Bay. Following this he opens the session

course at U.C. It’s called Weather of the San Francisco Bay Region by Flarold Gilliam,

up for questions.

published by the UC Press in Berkeley. You

First member of audience: “What does it mean wheh the weather forecaster says, ‘Winds light and variable to 15 knots?” Bob: “There will be no general wind direc¬ tion and it probably won’t blow over ten knots.” (Laughter all around.) Secorid member of the audience: “Do you have any general rule of thumb about how to interpret forecasts we see on TV. ” Bob: “I always says the fresher the better.

There are problems with putting sailing on television.

Don’t rely on the 11 p.m, newscast when you can get an update in the morning on the VHF. ” Third

member of audience:

“Do you

recommend any good books to read?” Bob: “There are two I think are good. One is

A Golden Guide to Weather by the

Golden Press in New York. It’s been up¬

might have a little trouble finding a copy, but it’s specifically about this region."

^^ob, who turns 60 this month, will soon be replaced as the regular weekend weatherman. He’ll switch instead to a regular reporting slot on weekdays, with some fea¬ ture work in the recreational and environ¬ mental area. He’ll also do back-up weather. He’s not sure where his desk will be located, although he says his name is on one in KGO’s plans for their new location at 900 Front Street in San Francisco. In a field lit¬ tered with dead bodies, both literally and figuratively, Bob Marshall is a survivor. He’s also a nice guy and likes to go sailing. A lot. — latitude 38 — svc

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ou finally found it, the boat you’ve searched for so long. Your offer has been accepted, but what’s this about a marine survey? The bank insists' they need one before they can release the money for your loan, and the insurance company wants to see it before they’ll give you a binder. So now you’ve got to track down a marine surveyor, and you don’t even know where to look. How do you find a qualified surveyor?

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(The National Association of Marine Sur¬ veyors is the closest thing to licensing, but it doesn’t exist for policing those in the field. Its main function is the exchange of news and information of interest to marine surveyors. Not just anyone can join; it takes references and a minimum of five .years of full-time working experience to qualify).

company will accept. These institutions keep lists of surveyors whose work they accept, and sometimes one bank will take a par¬ ticular surveyor’s work but another bank won’t. i

Unlike doctors who have degrees and diplo¬ mas on their walls, marine surveyors have received no formal training or licensing. In fact anyone can print up a business card and claim to be a surveyor. But they won’t get too far; the business is based entirely on reputation and recommendations.

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owners to be present during the survey.

Brokers, boat yards, banks and insurance companies can all suggest marine surveyors to choose from, but make sure you end up with a surveyor your bank and insurance

hat qualifies a surveyor to big institu¬ tions like banks and. insurance companies is his knowledge of boats, the thoroughness of his work, and perhaps most importantly, his integrity. The latter is important because it’s not unknown for a boat buyer to try and pul! a fast one and get a $75,000 loan for a boat that’s selling for $50,000. Insurance com¬ panies also worry about such inflated valua¬ tions because it makes the ‘loss’ of such boats an attractive proposition for the unscrupu¬ lous owner. It’s often overlooked that the surveyor per¬ forms the most important service for his client, the boat buyer. A surveyor’s hoqest opinion of a boat can often blow the whittle for the infatuated prospective purchaser, who sees only the charms of a boat and none of its faults. Beyond that surveyors often of¬ fer tips to the buyer on how to make his new boat safer, faster and more enjoyable. What’s the surveyor’s job? Jack MacKinpage 128

SURVEYORS diesel engines, much can be determined about the condition of the engine through oil analysis. Banks and insurance companies rarely require engine surveys. A typical survey of a modern fiberglass boat in average condition takes two to three hours. The going rate for surveys in the Bay Area is about $4 a foot of lengthoverall. Wooden boats take Jonger to survey, and cost more. It can take as long as two days to Complete a satisfactory survey on a large wooden boat.

Jim Jessie checks the tension of the whisker stays.

non, a surveyor from San Leandro, defines it as “a sea-going termite inspector”, but it’s really much more than that. Like doctors, surveyors are concerned that all the parts are in good shape and/or working order, that nothing is damaged or about to fail, and that potential' problems are identified before they become serious or endanger the boat. They also make sure the boats comply with basic safety standards. To perform their function the surveyors pound, probe and inspect with an exper¬ ienced eye all the parts of the boat that are available for inspection. (In a normal survey boat’s aren’t disassembled to any degree). Many surveyors are former boat workers and boatbuilders, and they bring along th'e'n bag of tools. In them you’ll find hammers, screw¬ drivers, knives, ice picks and even dentist’s mirrors for peaking around corners.

ost surveyors have an individual routine they follow. Jack MacKinnon begins by walking around the boat — in all but rare circumstances boats are hauled for a com¬ page 129

plete survey — to get a general impression of the condition of the boat. He then starts at the bottom, checking the keel to see that it’s not working loose, blistering or asym¬ metrical. Then he carefully checks over the rudder and the prop assembly, looking for any one of a multitude of problems. From there he goes to the hull, the deck, the in¬ terior and the rigging. Surveyors will examine masts that are pulled, but most don’t go aloft in bosun’s chairs. “It’s not the way to check a main hal¬ yard,” says Frank Bilek, one of the Bay Area’s veteran surveyors. “Whoops,” he jokes, “you don’t Want to find out the hal¬ yard is no good when you’re so many feet off the ground.” Some, like veteran surveyor Frank Olivera, check the mast as best they can with binoculars. A few surveyors, like Brian O’Donoghue of Greenbrae, do go aloft. Sails are normally given just a cursory check for tears or other obvious damage. A buyer can take the sails to his sailmaker for evaluation of condition and inventory. Surveyors do not generally evaluate en¬ gines either, except for obvious problems and safety hazards. This should be done by a competent engine mechanic. In the case of

Surveyor Jack MacKinnon finds a flashlight an impor¬ tant tool for his job.

T 1 he results of the survey are written up in a confidential document. The average length is three to fouf pages, but some have been as long as 20 pages. The surveys al¬ ways end with a disclaimer, stating that the evaluation of the boat is believed to be true but not guaranteed. Although surveyors are taken to court from time to time, the dis¬ claimers usually hold up. Much of the report contains basic informa-

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tion: the CF or documentation number; the LOA, LWL, the beam, draft, displacement and sail area; the type of engine; Jhe number of water tanks; the location of fire ex¬ tinguishers; etc. The meat of the survey is its findings and recommendations, which list the flaws and detail necessary repairs. Usually the flaws in¬ clude minor things like updating fire ex¬ tinguishers and getting some more life jackets. But there can also be bigger prob¬ lems: replacing the cutlass bearing might sound innocent enough, but sometimes it can involve not only the pulling of the prop but the removal of the rudder, too. A boat buyer should always go over the survey care¬ fully with the surveyor, making sure he un¬ derstands the recommendations and what’s entailed in following them. Because they want to know if it’s high enough to get the size loan they were hoping for, the part everybody turns to when the survey arrives is the market value. Determin¬ ing this figure is a somewhat subjective — and sometimes in the past — controversial task. Back in the late 60’s and early 70’s when boat prices were soaring, many of the surveyors — most of whom had worked oh and owned boats back when they sold for a fraction of current prices — had a hard time accepting what boats were selling for. With the stablizing of inflation these problems have all but disappeared. Bruce Martens, a San Rafael surveyor, de¬ termines market value by checking the Buc Price Guide, Boat and Brokers magazine, Latitude 38, and other sailing publications. He comes up with a price for an average boat of the kind he’s evaluating, and then adds to or deducts from that figure if the boat is in pristine condition or if it needs major re¬ pairs. Most surveyors determine market value in a similar manner.

JIM JESSIE Frank Oliveira of Mill Valley, is one ' of the better-known marine surveyors :

zation is yachts, and he’s traveled up and down the West Coast and to Europe to inspect and examine many different boats. One of his fa¬ vorite surveys was for a 120-ft steel boat in France Jim owned a boatyard before he

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I t’s the responsibility of the owner to see that the surveyor’s recommendations are followed. Banks give the loans and insur¬ ance companies issue coverage on this as¬ sumption. But does anybody ever really check to see that the surveyor’s recommen¬ dations have been complied with? “That’s a good question,” says Bruce Martens, who has resurveyed boats and dis¬ covered the repairs he recommended had not been made. A1 Vetter mentions one boat he’s surveyed six times and still discovers many of his original findings never fixed. In¬ surance companies leave it up to the boatowner to notify them when the repairs are completed and coverage can begin.

pkins, is pulling him up — which he’s done.

boat business for over four decades and been surveying for more than 25 years ' 'Frank was working for Madden and Lewis Boatyard when he started surveying for banks and insurance companies. He spent so much time at it that he made the decision to quit boatyard work and become a full-time marine surveyor. He surveyed an estimated 400 boats a year ago; now he’s giving himself more free time and taking it a bit easier. Frank used to travel to Southern California but now stays in the Bay Area and the Delta, doing surveys for insurance renewals and new boat buyers.'A member of the National Association of Marine Sur- , veyors, he attends the group’s con¬ ventions and enjoys meeting with others in the field, One survey that stands out from the rest for Frank was for a wooden

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Jim surveys a lot of houseboats and also does power boats, but yachts.

had rotted so badly the price to fix it amounted to $200,000. The buyer, after seeing Frank’s survey results, ended up walking away from the boat. “Fortunately, you don’t get many boats like that,” Frank says.

Some boatbuyers, short on cash from making such a major transaction, will claim the repairs have been made when they haven’t.

This is a dangerous practice If it’s discovered that the recommendations were never followed the insurance

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BRUCE MARTENS Bruce Martens of San Rafael has been surveying in the Bay Area publicly for four years and privately for ten. He’s also a consultant for Taiwanese boats, which are his specialty. Bruce travels to Taiwan to ■ aide the manufacturers in keeping up with the American market, remin•ding them of the taller average height and necessity to build longer berths and extra headroom. When Bruce was four years old, he met Frank Oliveira who surveyed the 50-ft schooner. Tiki, that the Martens lived aboard. Bruce got an early start in the field — at 35 he is one of the youngest marine survey-; ors. At a meeting of the National As¬ sociation of Marine Surveyors {of which Bruce has to work for a year more to qualify for- membership) the president joked that Bruce was the only one there without grey hair. Bruce surveys primarily in Alame¬ da, but works ail around the Bay, the Delta, and has surveyed boats in San Diego and Seattle. He ajso does new boat inspections, checking for any damages that may have occured in transit. Bruce enjoys surveying and shar¬ ing the excitement of new boat ' buyers. He lectures about it at yacht clubs and is happy to share his knowledge and experience.

company can retract the coverage. The tragedy is that usually this is only discovered when a boat is being appraised to have some page 131

AL VETTER After operating a charter business in Greece, doing some long distance ocean cruising and surveying in Flor¬ ida, Stuart has been back in the Bay Area since 1982 working full-time as a marine surveyor. He has 25 years experience in boats, brokerage, re¬ pair and maintenance. Stuart, who lives in Sausalito. sur¬ veyed an approximate 130 boats last year in areas around the Bay and : sometimes in Southern California. He particularly enjoys older boats. A memorable survey for Stuart was the one he did on Flirt, the beamy Master Mariner boat berthed in Sausalito. An older gentleman rode up on a bike and watched as Stuart removed a fastening from the hull and closely,examined it. “How’s it look?” the man asked. “It looks fine,” Stuart answered. “Weil, it should,” said the man, who introduced himself as Ralph Flowers, . who built Flirt. “1 put it in myself in ’ 1914.”

damage repaired and needs the insurance. Jack MacKinnon, who has surveyed a number of boats more than once, is amazed at some of the important recommendations owners don’t follow. One sad example he remembers is a Columbia 36 that burned be¬ hind Angel Island a few years ago. Jack had noted in an earlier survey that there was a leak in the alcohol line behind the stove and that the fire extinguisher didn’t work. Ap-

Al, of Miilbrae, has surveyed over 3,000 boats in his 20-year career. He’s a familiar name in marine sur¬ veying and has worked all over the Bay, up and down the. coast, and as far away as Florida. Most of his surveys are for new . boat buyers, insurance companies and private surveys. Fiberglass boats, he feels, are the nicest to survey. He also inspects wooden boats, but doesn’t survey ferro cement., Al was a boat builder for Nunes Brother’s Boatyard when he began surveying. He eventually turned it in¬ to full-time work and still finds it satisfying. He says he loves “being around boats, climbing all over them, and being his own boss”. But surveying has its dangers Al broke five ribs one time when he fell through a hatch. Al doesn’t own a boat of his own because he says he doesn’t have the time to take care of one. He sees the results of so many boats that are ne¬ glected and doesn't want another boat to suffer the same fate.

parently these problems were never tended to.

w hile surveyors usually have to go around finding fault with boats, occasionally they come across a job that makes their day a joy. Bruce Martens remembers a 1945 Chris Craft that was in such beautiful condi¬ tion that he took off his shoes, his belt and

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FRANK BILEK Frank Bilek of El Cerrito has been sailing since the early 30's. A San Francisco Bay native, he worked a$ a ship’s carpenter in the Merchant hfarines and built boats during World War II at Mare Island. Boats are his ’'vocation and avocation” as the veteran of six TransPacs and over 150.000 miles of cruising puts it. Frank was surveying an estimated 450 boats a year before becoming “semi-retired”, which means he now takes weekends off. Business hasn't slowed down though; he turns down more surveys than he takes. Frank has a 40-ft houseboat in*the Delta, ■, where he spends tune when he's not surveying. Frank's most exotic survey was : h also the most dangerous one. He had flown to Grenada to survey a 105-ft steel schooner. It wasn’t the. most peaceful time for the country then; across the harbor a violent de¬ monstration was taking place. Frank says he “hurried that survey up quite a bit.”

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BRIAN ODONOGHUE A New Zealander who’s been sail¬ ing all his life, Brian, who lives in ' Greenbrae, came to the Bay in 1978 and began surveying in 1981. He built wooden boats in New Zealand and was an honorary yacht surveyor for yacht clubs there before sailing to California on one of the boats he helped build. He’s covered over 80,000 miles at sea/spending many of those miles as skipper of trie • 72-ft ketch, Victoria, sailed from San Diego to Spain.' Brian, who owns a Cal 27 and a wooden boat, just finished racing the ^ Corinthian YC mid-wiriters. He en¬ joys working on boats and has spent a lot of time in the past doing figging and sail work. Wooden boats are his speciality, and he’s found that sur¬ veys turn up a lot of problems on wooden masts. - Ethics are important to Brian, and he won’t rush a survey. He prefers ' not to schedule two boats for one day and likes fo allot a minimum of three hours per boat.

anything else that might have scratched the fine finish. Stuart Riddell, a surveyor from Sausalito, enjoyed doing a boat built in 1905 that was similarly well-preserved. But more often the pendulum swings in the opposite direction. Sometimes surveyors have seen boats so badly deteriorated and beyond repair that they refuse to complete the survey. Most boats a surveyor sees fall

somewhere in between these two extremes. Surveyors are not always hired because banks and insurance companies require them. Some conscientious owners schedule them periodically to give their boat a check¬ up and make sure it’s staying in top shape. Other people hire surveyors even if they aren t going to get a bank loan or insurance; a survey may give them ammunition with

An industrial and mechanical engi¬ neer, Jack MacKinnon has been in the boating business for 17 years. He previously owned Sailboats, Inc. before working full-time surveying. Jack estimates he’s covered more than 30,000 miles last year, survey¬ ing boats all over the Bay and some¬ times traveling to Southern Califor¬ nia, Monterey, Tahoe and Fort Bragg, His surveys are primarily buyer surveys; 4*2 says he doesn’t do as much insurance work as other sur¬ veyors. He’s also surveyed boats for inheritance tax appraisals and divorce cases where the value of the boat was in question. Jack will always remember a ! survey for a boat in Richmond whose insurance was expiring. It was getting dark and beginning to rain when a thru-hull fitting Jack was checking broke off and fell into the water. Fortunately, he always carries extra plugs just in the event of such an emergency, and was able to pound one in before too much water entered the hull, A diving service rescued the fitting, but Jack learned that surveyors must always be prepared for the unexpected.

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If you’re in need of a surveyor, some of Northern California’s are profiled here. — latitude 38 — joanne page 132

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CRUISING t ou’re going where?” “Micronesia, You sail to Hawaii, then head west with the tradewinds staying above the Equator.” It’s to this island group that Stone Witch sailed from San Francisco in the winter of

“tiny islands”. The ocean passage from San Francisco to Hawaii in the winter can be a rough one.

so far. Then a couple in a dinghy motored vover, “Hey do you know Davis from Alviso on the Eurydice? I saw the name on your ship and ...” We were among friends! Bob Davis, who had built his steel rein¬ forced fiberglass schooner next to the Stone Witch in Alviso, had recently spent eight months in Kosrae before sailing on to the Gilbert Islands. The friendly visitors were from the Romer out of San Francisco, Greg and Pam Zoehler. They charter out of Ponape Island and get to know most of the visiting sailors. The customs officials came out to stamp our visas and entry permits that we had ob¬ tained in advance. While the currency in Micronesia-is U.S. dollars, the common lan¬ guage is English, and the mail is carried by U.S. Post Offices, this is still a foreign coun¬ try. The islands are a trust territory of the U.S. under a United Nations agreement.

T 1 he town of Lelu is on a small island 1982-83. Stone Witch is a 70-ft square top¬ sail schooner that Alan Olson and mate Michael O’Keefe built of ferro cement over a seven-year period in Alviso. Launched in 1974, she serves as a sail training ship in San Francisco Bay in the summer and cruises in the winter, be it Central America, Mexico or Micronesia. It was the schooner’s captain, Alan Olson, who decided on the destination. He wanted

Alan wanted to sail, “where the weather was good, officials benign, and island culture still intact.” to sail to a place “where the weather was good, the officials benign, and the island sea culture still intact”. Micronesia is composed of over 2,000 islands that dot an ocean ex¬ panse of the western Pacific that’s greater in size than the continental United States. But the combined land mass is less than the state of Rhode Island. Micronesia literally means

(From left) Alan Olson, Shirley Clemenson, Tom Becker, and Merlyn Storm.

The three men who died on the freighter 180 miles off Monterey in early December of 1983 are evidence enough of that. Stone Witch’s January passage was an arduous one, beating through four* weeks of storms that pounded the Pacific. But after Hawaii things improved dramatically. The 20-day leg to the flat and crowded atoll of Majuro in the Marshalls was filled with sunny days and starry nights. The final 500 downwind miles west to our Micronesia destination, the island of Kosrae, were easy. The only incident was two fly-overs by a helicopter; we never did figure out where he came from, perhaps a fishing boat.

X \ osrae is a mountain island located at 5 20N, 163 0E. We first sighted her at dusk, tacked out to sea, and returned to enter Lelu Harbor at dawn. The entrance is wellmarked and maintained by the United States Coast Guard. The prevailing winds blew us in past the offshore reefs and we anchored easily in the black sand bottom. We looked around and saw calm waters, lush green mountains to provide shelter from the winds, a short row to town, and only two sailboats anchored in the harbor. Everything checked

joinqd to the larger one of Kosrae by a dirt causeway. It is the former residence of kings and the remaining ruins built of criss-crossed hexagonal basalt logs are scattered around the town and create an impressive back¬ ground. The church dominates the town of , Lelu. Anchored downwind of this white¬ washed concrete building, we listened to the a cappella choir every Sunday from 9 to 6

"Stone Witch" on the open ocean.

except when they took an hour’s break for lunch. There are numerous small stores and two restaurants. One serves breakfast and unforgettable cheeseburgers, the other offers traditional native dishes of rice, pork and chicken. Container ships from the United States and Japan bring supplies every month. Kosrae is known for its citrus fruits. They .

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have the best green-skinned tangerjnes I had ever eaten, as well as limes and oranges. The native people brought us gifts of food in their outrigger canoes. Our deck and galley became colorful with dangling stalks of bana¬ nas, and palm leaf baskets overflowing with pandanus, coconuts, mangoes and papa¬ yas. Kate Costello often went ashore to learn native cooking from the women. They in turn learned bread baking in Stone Witch’s galley. These islanders know how to eat. They’ll put together a feast for any occasion; some¬ one’s leaving, someone’s arriving, new birth, or someone passing on. The feasts are tradi¬ tional and begin with the killing of a pig which is then roasted in a dugout oven called an oom. First wood is burned in the oom to heat rocks, then the meat is placed in this fire hole and covered with hot rocks. Large leaves hold the heat in as the meat bakes. At

the same time taro root is oomed, peeled and pounded into fafa. Fafa pounding has been in one family for generations and is a highly respected and traditional skill on Kosrae. Fafa is served with lime, coconut and brown sugar sauce. Meanwhile the women spend hours in their outdoor kitch¬ ens preparing huge bowls of rice, breadfruit salad and seafood.

Kosrae kids and banana trees.

An island road through the tall palms.

X amily and guests then gather around the sagging tables and proceed to stuff them¬ selves into a state of bliss. At one feast on the beach around a bonfire, we learned to weave our dinner plates from coconut fronds and then ate dinner with our fingers. Bruce Yarrington was the only crewmem¬ ber from Stone Witch adventurous enough to sample dog meat, which the islanders eat occasionally. That’s not the only meat natives eat that is foreign to us. A local story tells how a horse was brought to Kosrae and traded for four acres of land. The new

CRUISING owners ate the horse and then only the horse shoes remained. Horseshoes has become a popular competitve sport on the island. With a rented truck we toured part of this 42-square mile island. Our island friends showed us the new airport being built by

the white women who sail in on tall ships, and the island men who row out in outrigger canoes to greet them. Weekly movies were a source of entertain¬ ment. For a dolllar we joined Kosraens in one of the two stuffy theatres to sit on the concrete floors to watch old classics like Treasure Island or fairly recent films like Time Bandits. i

Roughing-out what's to be an outrigger canoe.

Tafensak at Okat Harbor. This will increase tourism and trade on this remote island that is now accessible either by boat or the tiny nine-seat plane run by the missionaries. Peter, the pilot, delivers the mail to the is¬ land. Although he flies every weekday be¬ tween Ponape and Kosrae, the mail comes into Ponape three times a week on the only flight from Honolulu. This fact made us realize just how far away from civilization we had sailed. The Lelu airport consists of a tiny dirt landing strip and a wooden shed where baggage is checked by customs. The plane’s arrival is a social highlight of the day; we’d often motor over in a dinghy to mingle with people and pick up our care packages from home. Another interesting Kosrae diversion is the library’s collection of historic photographs which show native lifestyles before the mis¬ sionaries arrived in the 1850’s. At one time Kosrae had a reputation among whaling ships as a warm winter port with lots of friendly women. The missionaries dutifully put a stop to that notion. Ironically it’s now

radio station played ancient records and the young DJ’s were most happy to bor¬ row our cassette tapes. Many of the young people have travelled to the U.$. and are well aware of our culture and styles. There is no television on Kosrae, so the radio serves as a link between all the villages on the is¬ land. A radio communications station usu¬ ally keeps Kosrae in touch with the larger island of Ponape, 300 miles to the north. There’s only one place to buy beer in Kosrae, at Ted Seagrah’s “yacht club”, so called because we tied our dinghys up there to a rusted barge left over from World War II. Ted’s family keeps a scrapbook of the visiting yachts. Under the ban yon tree on the water¬ front, Stephan Graves, our ace dinghy driver, became especially comfortable shar¬ ing beer, sashimi and stories with the islanders. There he met Teddy John, who’s in charge of the Historical Preservation of Kosrae and would later sail to Ponape with us. Teddy became a good friend and his family’s feasts were the mqst memorable on the island. Exploring the island without a car wasn’t a

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problem as Shirley Clemenson and I found out. The amicable islanders wouldn’t let us walk anywhere. On one of our excursions to Utwe and Malem on the western side of Kos¬ rae, i we’d simply wait on the road for the first truck to come by. It’s like a free bus service; smiling islanders balanced in the back of Datsun pickups would extend a hand and pull us in to join them bouncing down the dusty rutted roads. In Utwe \ye met some boat builders. In the nearby tropical rain forests we stumbled upon further evidence of their craft; half

Detailing the outrigger near the water's edge.

KOSRAE

i carved canoes under the trees. When the rivers are running during the summer mon¬ soon season, they float the canoes to coastal villages where t^e outrigger booms are add¬ ed for balanced. One day some kids bor¬ rowed our windsurfer, but couldn’t manage it. So they used the sail to add wind power to their canoes in the harbor. It was like watch¬ ing the history of sailing unfold just as it must have happened centuries ago.

I^Losraen women weave trays, fans and baskets from native raffia and tiny shells. Maramars are colorful headbands created from shells or fresh flowers and are sold in the handicraft store as well as carved models of the outrigger canoes. It’s a hot humid climate. Because of the missionaries’ strong influence on the people, all the women wear dresses. They’re brightcolored tropical prints and unfortunately made of polyester. Bare thighs are taboo so the women compensate by unzipping the backs of their dresses for ventilation. The women are also forbidden to dance. But a Peace Corps woman is teaching a jazzercise class, which is very popular with the women and they keep the location a secret from the men. (There are eight Peace Corps people stationed on the island. Besides them, the Americans doing pipline construction, and those who sailed in, we saw few visitors to Kosrae). Island buildings are varied, from the con¬ crete structures left over from the German and Japanese occupations to the typical is¬ land cook house. Several families share this thatch-roofed kitchen with a dirt floor and walls made of mangrove branches. Pigs and chickens roam freely among the buildings. There are a lot of children on this island, the total population of which is about 4,500. I asked Teddy’s wife Verda how many kids she had. She relucantly admitted to only seven. Apparently the norm is ten. We gave out a lot of Stone Witch t-shirts, but didn’t have nearly enough for all the kids.

ormally the rainfall in Kosrae’is 200 inches a year. But there was a drought on the island when we visited, and the laun¬ dromat was closed. Water was even rationed in Lelu during certain hours, so we made fre¬ quent trips through the jungle to the river to bathe. One drawback to this island paradise is garbage. Coca cola and Budweiser cans that page 137

Kate Costello examines the native crafts.

are innocently flung into the harbors are ac¬ cumulating rapidly along the beaches and in the mangrove swamps bordering the island. Things are changing though as islanders learn that aluminum cans can be recycled for cash.

After two weeks we reluctantly left for the island of Ponape promising to return soon. Two motor dinghies pushed the Stone Witch through the harbor and past the reefs to the sea. It’s difficult to sail out of Lelu due to headwinds. The mountain range that out¬ lines the ‘sleeping lady’ profile was our last glimpse of this remarkable island. — merlyn storm

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El Toro If they ever give an award to the boat that has influenced the most Bay Area sailors over the past 45 years, it would have to go to the eight-foot El Toro. This snub-nosed pram with the shovel insignia on the sail — an allusion to the bull sessions out of which the design was born — has trained countless junior '•sailors from Stockton to San Jose. Now totally out of date in this era of planing hulls, this hard chine, displacement-hulled craft is still the single most popular sailing vessel on the Bay. Worldwide, over 11,000 have been built so far. Its proponents range from the very young to senior citizens whose talents vary from novice to world class skippers. It is a true “people’s boat" that has developed an aura of good sailing qualities, excellent competition and congenial class members. Piedmont’s Peter Newell, often referred to as “Mr. El Toro”, has been involved with the boat almost since the beginning back in 1939. He says the idea for a one-design dinghy grew out of the need for a multi-purpose tender yacht owners could use both for racing and on their sumrrier trips to the Delta. Modifying plans for the Sabot dinghy as they appeared in Rudder Magazine, a group of Richmond sailors came up with the 7’11” long, 46” wide cat boat that could easily be home-built. During the war years, boatbuilding supplies weren’t easy to come by. Newell recalls building his first Toro, #199, out of sugar pine and interior plywood. Nevertheless, the design flourished and strong fleets developed at Lake Merritt and the Richmond Inner harbor. Bay Area skippers stationed in Hawaii made the craft almost as popular there as on the mainland. The El Toro became part of the Bay’s Small Boat Racing Association (SBRA) and grew in popularity until it had to be divided into three age divisions in 1954 to keep the fleet size at a manageable level. It remains one of the SBRA’s most active classes thirty years later, with over 500 class members in the Bay

Area. What are the characteristics that make the boat so attractive? There are several. The hull weighs only 60 pounds and can be easily cartopped. The rig is simple for a beginner but challenging enough for page I 38

the expert wanting to tweak out the last fraction of a knot. Racing in the boat is highly tactical, and weight differences, although import¬ ant, are not crucial for success. The course lengths are usually short, so you can’t get too far behind the leaders. And the boats are a great page 139

economical value, often reselling for their original price. Advances in building technology have been made in the class. Most new boats are fiberglass. For years the “Cadillac” of the class was the glass Toro built by Santa Cruz’s Gary Caballero at his

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old woodie! El Toro sailors from the past make up a veritable who’s who of Bay Area sailing. Jim DeWitt was one of the early Juniors, and sailors such as John Bertrand and Chris Boome cut their teeth in Toros. In¬ ternational 505 champions and sailmakers Jim Warfield and Hank Jotz have been winning for years, and their sails are the standards of the class. Richmond’s Jim Maloney and Bob Klein, both now ex¬ perienced skippers in many boats, often return to the El Toro for a refresher course on tactics and dealing with wind shifts. Equal oppor¬ tunity also exists for women, and some of the stars in the class have been Loretta Rommelse, Vicki Gilmour, Nancy Farnum and Rosetta Jacobsen. One of the class’ most unique facets is its abundance of specialty races. Heading the list is the annual Bullship race from Sausalito to San Francisco. Started twenty years ago, it became so popular that now entries are limited to the first 100 entries. Each Toro must be ac¬ companied by an escort “Cowship” and the event is concluded with a gala Irish Whiskey and popcorn party in the parking lot adjacent to the St. Francis YC. Other highlights of the season include the'annual Richmond YC Stampede, the Hawaii Bullship race, the South Bay’s Bull and Belle relay regatta, the Pitch and Role, and the Monterey Paisano Race. * There is, of course, also a busy racing schedule on the fleet, regional and national level. Locally, strong fleets exist in Richmond, Fremont and San Jose. Across the country you can find Toros in Oregon and Washington, Chicago, Kansas, St. Louis, Georgia, Chesapeake Bay, Long Island and Hawaii. The big get-together for all these sailors is the North American championships. Last year, they traveled to Howard Prairie Lake in Oregon, which was also the regatta venue in 1980. For more information on how you can get in on the fun and sling a little bull yourself, contact executive secretary Edna Robinson at Box 487, San Leandro, California 94577, or call (415) 357-1634. — latitude 38 — sue

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rying to cross the Indian Ocean re¬ minds me a little bit of trying to sleep with a blanket that’s too short; if everything is okay at one end, then it’s not going to be so good at the other. After all the boats going west had sailed

I didn’t feel

ALL PHOTOS BY ANDREW URBANCZYK

I remained in Darwin until October 1. Thus I became the final boat — many weeks after the very last of the other marauders — to de-

it would be wise to round the Cape after luxuriating in port for three months. from Darwin, Word IV, Cardinal Virtue the cat, and myself remained at anchor in Fan¬ nie Bay, thus causing all my new-found Aus¬ tralian friends to worry about me. With the best of intentions these armchair navigators kept trying to convince me that all sailing vessels must leave Australia for Africa before September or run the huge risk of en¬ countering a devastating typhoon enroute. It’s when I was confronted with this argu¬ ment that 1 explained to them my theory about the too short blanket. Just as a person about to sleep with a too short blanket has to worry that both his feet and head are cov¬ ered, I explained to them, so must I not only worry about the roar of typhoons in Western Australia, but also about the howl of big storms at the other end of my destination, the southern cape of Africa. I must confess that the entire controversy could have been avoided if I wanted to do what most sailors do, sail to Durban in south¬ east Africa and remain there for three months until the weather at the Cape of Good Hope improved. There were three reasons I did not take this easier route. The first is that because of my ambition to com¬ plete this solo circumnavigation in less than a year — I would close the loop in the South j Pacific this May — I could not afford such a delay. A second reason is that I didn’t feel it would be wise to round the always difficult Cape right after luxuriating in port for three months and with my Ericson 30 heavily laden with all the supplies necessary for the non-stop passage to Panama. The final reason I didn’t choose the easy route was because Examiner/Chronicle Travel Section staff writer Dick Alexander reported Cape Town as a “must see” place.

In the beginning the Indian Ocean got my left hand and the Pilot Charts had Cardinal Virtue lying awake

part the Australian city I had come to love so ^ much for Africa. Upon leaving I told my wife, Krystyna, “I will be in Cape Town soon, so reserve your airplane ticket now and I will see you on December 20.” As you may have read in last month’s Latitude 38, the voyage was slow frorq the very start. Sure there were spectacular sunsets, gorgeous stars, unique pale blue water, and even more unique sea snakes; but there was almost no wind. It took me what seemed like years to sail out from Beagle Bay — named after Darwin’s famous ship — and the Arafura and Timor Seas. Be¬ cause of my slow progress, it wasn’t long before 1 started to worry. First about my December 20th rendezvous in Cape Town with Krystyna — you always worry when you have a sailing rendezvous with a nice girl — and secondly about the typhoons. Although October is not all that bad a time for weather in Australia, December in the In¬ dian Ocean is something I would not wish on anyone. For according to the Pilot Charts, almpst from the Australian shores to the longitude of Madagascar, my route would be exposed to the furies of tropical storms. But the truth of the matter is that according to Ocean Passages of the World, tropical storms can occur almost anywhere in this region at any time. Long before, 1 had con¬ cluded there would be little chance I would not encounter them before reaching Africa. And so it was a month out of Darwin and just west of Australian waters that the sky be¬ came covered with cirrostratuses, looking like pieces of shiny aluminum (don’t confuse this with marine aluminum which needs to

DARWIN TO CAPE HORN

be continually polished). Soon after' waves started to come from a strange direction, and the barometer dropped drastically. The sunset painted the entire sky brown-red and the air became thick. 1 knew it was time to check my references — you may not know, but my boat is a real floating office with end¬ less files.

I found twelve articles about tropical storms, including one by Bernard Moitessier that had appeared in Cruising World. Be¬ lieve it or not, that article had more informa¬ tion than all the rest put together. Thank you Bernard, 1 said as I. started to prepare my boat for the worst. Soon the wind began to blow — and how it blew! For three days and three nights I was at the tiller, driving little Nord IV with all her belongings over endless seas that looked as tall as skyscrapers. The little boat virtually flew over the monster seas. There is an old Russian proverb that says, “The devils never take a bad guy.” So even in the height of the madness on the Indian Ocean, I was confident that I would survive. Did I survive a full typhoon! Am I another ‘hurricane hero’? (We’ve had lots of these in recent years, almost as many as ‘victims of whales’ in the decade before). I can only state that it’s my author’s policy to call a ty¬ phoon a storm rather than a storm a ty¬ phoon. Besides, making a big story out of a storrn is — in my opinion — a very cheap trick for a writer. There are so many more in¬ teresting things on the ocean that for me the ‘big storm story’ is kitsch, kitsch a hundred

years ago. The Sailing Directions claim that the Indian Ocean is the least explored in the

world. I would also add that it’s the craziest. My experience showed me it was unpredict¬ able, would not obey rules, logic, or statistics, and was only consistent in its in¬ consistency. Most of the references said to expect Force 5 winds at this time of year.

The Indian Ocean is the least explored in the world . . . it’s also the craziest. Because it was Force 0 half the time and Force 10 the other half of the time, I guess some wise guy could say they were correct! But it’s more than just the wind force that made it a crazy ocean. The wind would start in the heat of mid-day, and die in the cold of midnight. It had strange phenomena, like green flashes and a rainbow in the darkness of night . . . and no, my friends, I was not drunk, nor do I even cany alcohol on my boat. The rainbow was simply the result of a lovely marriage of the moonlight with a fine drizzle.

T 1 he most spectacular thing I saw on the

. . . but in the end I was victorious over the Cape and Cardinal did a lot of dozing.

Indian Ocean happened one dark night jA/hen the sky opened its guts and something fell from it in spectacular flames. It was not a shooting star because it was ten times slower and a hundred times bigger. Not a believer in flying saucers, I noted in my logbook: “A sputnik ending its life or a fallen angel.” Just to be serious for a moment, it really hap¬ pened, Sunday, November 13, 1983, while I was at 25S, 66E. The bearing was 85 degrees. But most of the time there were very light winds and the sailing was not exciting. Furious at being behind schedule, I started ^spending nights at the tiller trying to maintain my course in puffs no stronger than Cardinal Virtue’s respiration when he’s sleeping. Dur¬ ing such hours lots of thoughts ran through my head: “Ocean sailing is the art of sailing with the wind too strong, or too weak; other winds are non-existent.” Or “In sailing just as in life, the other tack always looks more promising.” Or how do you like, “Maybe the oceans of the world do not have enough wind to propel us, so maybe sailing is like be¬ ing retired or driving a two-cylinder car up a hill.”

EQUATORIAL CHALLENGER

My first view of Africa.

Calms and blows, calms and blows. It was making me terribly late and anxious. For al¬ though not a ‘racer’, I like to sail fast and not crawl. 1 still hold the 49-day record for cross¬ ing from Yokohama to San Francisco in Nord III, and on the first leg of this trip I soared from San Francisco to Darwin in just 69 days. On the slow days I just kept busy. 1 typed endless pages of manuscripts, played with Cardinal Virtue, or played the guitar. Some¬ times I listened to tapes, and sometimes 1 read Russian novels or the Bible. People often ask me if I became religious from hav¬ ing sailed the endless oceans. After all, peo¬ ple like Robin Knox-Johnson, the first guy to sail non-stop around the world, and Naomi James, first woman to sail around Cape Horn, said that singlehanded sailing made them feel closer to God. But in my case singlehanded sailing has made me even more skeptical of the existence of God. The empty oceans of the world show noe how alone I really am in the whole universe, and

wheh my boat is stopped and bounced hopelessly by waves in the track of some ty¬ phoon. One time late at night while fighting with a strong blow, the genoa sheet grabbed my left palm. 1 was able to cut the sheet with a knife and survived, but for those who like blood and hair-raising stories, when 1 returned to my cabin, I found my,palm to look like over¬ cooked frankfurters garnished with too much catsup. That’s the blood part. For a hair- raising tale, consider if my other hand had got caught in the sheet too . . . Upon my ar¬ rival in Cape Town the x-rays revealed five fractures. But the calms returned and slowly I drifted from the strangejndian Ocean and started to pass the Cape of Storms. As I drifted along I read all the horror stories about this Cape. My favorite one is the one in which the author reported iceberg? and even marked

smelling his own fear.

.T inally the day came when 1 perceived the contours of high hills on the horizon. “I conquered you Cape of Storms. Victoria! Victoria! Victoria!!!” I shouted in the micro¬ phone of my tape recorder. Then having ended my posed bravado I gave the Cape the ugly but expressive European “where arm is bending” gesture. “Heli with you bastard,” I shouted as I made the motion. Then I lowered the sails — they had only been hoisted for photographic promotional purposes — and in an absolute calm took a nap. No need to worry, the Agulhas Current continued to push me toyvard my destina¬ tion. Two days later I arrived in Cape Town as the last rays of sun painted the hills and town a warm color. It was a swift finish as Nord IV rode on the wrings of strong gusts coming down from famous Table Mountain. Thus the second leg of my solo circumnavigation

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them on his chart. He did this without seeing them, reporting that he smelled them at night! Although an experienced polar region sailor may smell icebergs, I am afraid that in this case the frightened novice was merely

was completed. I sailed, — excuse me — I drifted 7,000 miles in 77 days of light or mostly non-existent winds — peppered with some furious blows. Yes, I did it, and I still had 36 hours to spare before my rendezvous with Krystyna. • — andrew urbanczyk page 144

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hat a great place!” That’s what everybody says about Zihuantanejo, the lovely town located halfway down the 350-mile stretch of tropi¬ cal Mexican coast between Manzanillo and Acapulco. I’d been there ten years before,

The bay at Zihuatanejo is well-protected from most directions.

and on the eve of my return wondered if it would still be as nice as I had remembered it. It turns out there are many more people and hotels than before, but the feeling and the beauty certainly remain. Zihuantanejo is the kind of place where you can still hear the roosters crow at dawn. And the local fishermen come and go to their pangas on the beach, just as they and their fathers have done all their lives. Yet when you land your dinghy on the beach, you’re only a few hundred yards from the center of the good-sized Mexican town. This is one of the cleaner Mexican har¬ bors, where you can anchor in clear water, see your hook on the bottom, and jump over the side any time the fancy strikes you. From your cockpit you can see four good swim¬ ming beaches around the hill-shrouded bay. Except when it comes from the southwest, a gentle swell comes through the anchorage and sets up a rhythmic roll you quickly become accustomed to.

PHOTOS BY PAUL AND SUSAN MITCHELL

but not too hot. Puffy white clouds frequent¬ ly dot an otherwise blue sky. The wind is 'N normally light, between five and ten knots. 1 was encouraged to see that the recent heavy development of Ixtapa as a tourist mecca has not affected Zihuantanejo too ad¬ versely. Most of the tourists fly in, go directly to their Ixtapa hotels, stay one week, and fly home. Only the more adventuresome find their way the five miles frorp Ixtapa to ‘Z-town’ to get a real taste of Mexico. A few even end up in the inexpensive hotels along the beaches near town. Mostly these are the younger tourists, closer in the spirit to sailors than the package-tour tourists. Some Mex¬ icans also favor Zihuantanejo as a holiday spot. If you come by boat rather than air, the first places you need to stop are Immigration and the Port Captain. Both can be seen from the anchorage. Migration is the stone house at the far right end, and the Capitania del Puerto is in the white house at the far left end. Both offices are staffed by friendly and helpful people. Right at the center of the main beach — which is at the north end of the bay — is a cement basketball court that is home to a perpetual game. For short trips to town I recommend bringing your dinghy ashore here. For longer stays I suggest leaving it in front of the Port Captain’s building — being careful not to leave it in front of the Navy building right next door. Jhere is a pier right here where.you can load and unload, but ty¬ ing up is not recommended. Theft has not been a problem here, but it’s foolish to needlessly tempt people. If I’m going to

leave the dinghy on the beach at night, I lock it up and leave it under a light.

he main part of Z-town fronts the beach. It’s small enough so you can get all

Th$ beachside basketball game almost never ends.

the basics within a reasonable walking dis¬ tance. The street leading inland from the basketball court is the main drag, and has been closed to automobile traffic. You’ll find all kinds of stores and restaurants on a stroll down this avenue, but not necessarily the

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a?cr best ones. In the first block is the closest grocery, which like 7-11’s is convenient but expensive. For major provisioning you’ll The view from the anchorage is far more colorful than this black and white indicates.

want to patronize the public market three blocks away. Zihuantanejo’s mercado is refreshing be¬ cause it’s there for the local population rather than the tourists. It’s crowded, busy and well-stocked with excellent-produce and the

usual selection of local meat, poultry and fish. There’s no gringo-style meat market here, but the seafood is delicious. Behind the mercado is a “supermarket” that recently opened and shows signs of pro¬ mise, especially the deli department. A large bank is across the street, and I found no wait to change dollars to pesos. On the way back to the dinghy landing there is a real French bakery with excellent bread and croissants, baked fresh four times daily! The tortilleria is around the corner to the right on the main street, while cube ices, ice cream, and margueritas can be found at two or three dif¬ ferent places right on the waterfront. There are many restaurants in town and they cover* 1 all price ranges. I’ve heard they change hands often, so take the recommen¬ dations that follow with a bit of salsa. For the budget-minded, visit one of the places that serves pozole, a hearty Mexican $oup made with pork and garnished with fresh veggies. II Piccolo, located in the center of town, has excellent spaghetti and dessert crepes for $4 1 each. If you’re looking to splurge a bit, we recommend a place that was recommended to us by another yachtie a year ago. It’s a rooftop restaurant a mile east of .town called Posada Caracol, located above a beach hotel by the same name. The prices are reason¬ able and the food and service is as good as the view.

if it’s gourmet restaurants and night life you crave, you must head over the hill to Ixtapa. The four and five star hotels along the beach — most rooms are over $100 a night — offer all the night club, elegant dining, entertainment and disco action you can han¬ dle. If it’s boat stuff you need and the hardware stores don’t have it, see Raphael at Morro’s Marine Hardware located one mile east on the highway out of town. The prices on im¬ ported items will shock you, but they’re not his fault, and you probably won’t have any choice. Within sight of this establishment and next to the big Pemex is Herreria Navarro, which can handle most welding problems.

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in the morning, you can do business with the ice man, the beer man and the coke man, all who arrive to service the local boats and the palapas across the bay. It’s very convenient, and they have the best prices'!

V-/ ruise ships do hit Z-town, but they are not the bother they are in some ports. They usually arrive only one or two roomings a week and are gone by afternoon. They an¬ chor well offshore on the other side of the bay, and take their passengers to town in shore boats. It’s no problema unless you an¬ chor in the path of shore boats. Don’t shop

N pools, statues, art treasures, gold faucets and guard dogs. It’s got everything but the owner, the former police chief of Mexico Ci¬ ty, who is in hiding. The people of Mexico don’t believe a police chief’s salary could legally buy a summer home like this. What makes Zihautanejo so special? Well it’s a naturally lovely little town in a pretty setting that didn’t lose its soul when the tourists came. It’s got a good harbor, ishospitable to yachties, and the supplies and services are unusually convenient. It’s a place where the hours slip into days and the memories of cruising’s challenges fade alongside its at hand rewards. Everyone has

The schooner "White Cloud" sailing off the coast of Mexico. She has complete sail repair capabilities aboard.

Across the street are some machine shops, one of which does welding, too. A little fur¬ ther down the road is the appropriately named Laboratorio Diesel, where you can find a diesel mechanic. If you’re in need of fuel the big Pemex sta¬ tion can arrange for a truck to come down to the pier and pump diesel directly into your tanks. Make sure you get permission,, from the Port Captain before moving your boat to the pier. Tie-up Med-style and be nice, be¬ cause the local boats have to make room for you. Water is available on the pier, but treat it before drinking. For jerry juggers needing fuel, there is a smaller Pemex in town just 100 yards from the beach. If you’re at the pier between eight and nine

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he twenty-three entries in the first Women’s Racing Association (WRA) race of 1984 couldn’t have asked for a warmer day. The temperature'on January 28th was all summer, but the lack of wind and the strong ebb reminded everyone it was

PHOTOS BY LATITUDE 38/JOANNE

Patiently waiting for the start on “Shanghai”.

Torry Burke and crewmembers.

still winter. The only redeeming part of the three-hour postponement was the chance to do a little sunbathing. The race committee of the sponsoring San Francisco YC delayed the start four Himes. The gun was fired so often that boats too far away to see the starting shapes had difficulty keeping track of what was happening. A number of contestants thought the race had been cancelled. But finally, with dusk threat¬ ening to draw a curtain over the entire affair, a starting sequence was completed and the race began. It took most of the fleet less than an hour to finish the short, three-mile course. Even the boats that understood the final starting sequence had their troubles. The problem was light wind, a 4.3 knot ebb, and the rule requiring that boats cross the starting line within five minutes of their starting gun. Those with motors kept them running until the last legal second, hovering near the line. But even some of them found themselves drifting back and unable to cross in the allot¬ ted time. The five minute, starting rule will not be used in future WRA races. The boats without engines understandably had a harder time. “1 had no right to be out there without an engine and no wind,” said Knarr skipper Linda Corrado, who started

drifting towards the Golden Gate. She’s Very grateful that the fishing boat, Sea Otter, stayed with her until help arrived.

T he 24 boats in the face were divided into three PHRF divisions, including a non¬ spinnaker class. Kathy Marshall won Class A — for boats rating under 120, with the J-29, Power P/ay. Kathy’s only been racing bigger boats for a year, but she’s put in a lot of time on the water. She’s raced Power P/ay in the Metro Mid-Winters, and with the WRA series she’s been racing every weekend. She hopes to have just as busy a racing schedule this spring and summer. Kathy’s crew included Regine Boysen, who drove, Sharon Thompson, Lorrie Fraser, Diana Green, Claudia Harbert and Judy Paulson. All of them came from the WRA crew list, an important service offered by the organization. None of the women had sailed together before.

iola Nungary finished first in Class B

— for boats rating 120-180 — in Legs, a bright yellow Moore 24. Viola, a Tahoe resi¬ dent, owns the boat with TransPac veteran Lester Robertson who would sail it to victory in the next day’s Three Bridge Fiasco. With mountain sailing snowed out for the season, Viola commutes against the flow of skiers to page 150

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take advantage of the Bay’s Mid-Winter races. A union painter, Viola learned to sail on Lake Tahoe, where she’s raced for five years and is active in the Windjammers YC. She finds the tides and currents make Bay sailing more complicated than sailing on the Lake. page 151

“The growth experience is immense,” she says. She hopes to have the Bay figured out well enough to compete in the Moore 24 Na¬ tionals this August on the Bay.

Viola attributed her success in the first WRA race to good crew, practice and luck. Her crew consisted of Janice Dorland, Carol Martin, Sharon Hart and Robin Chapin. The Tahoe group on Legs didn’t mind the after¬ noon’s delays at all, perfectly content to soak up the sun.

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Above, Susie Madrigali and crew, first to finish, once

S uzanne Sylvester took Class Cv — for boats rating above 180 — with her Ranger 23, Rapid Transit. Originally from Buzzard’s Bay, Massachusetts, Suzanne sailed on small boats back there before joining the Army and being stationed in the Presidio for 12 years. She’s owned the boat for seven years, but now that she’s retired from the Army she’s had time to make modifications to the boat, specifically on the traveler and backstay systems. At this point in her racing career, Suzanne’s become confident in her driving and ability to handle the Bay’s currents. Her crew for the race included her sister, Jeanne Taschioglou, as well as El Gray and Robin West. Suzanne also sails the Metro Mid-Winters with an all-female crew.

I^aren Moeller captured the nonspinnaker division with Touche, a Santana 22. Karen’s been a partner in the 11-year old boat for just under a year. She raced SYRA last year, and had the keel faired after the end of the season. She’s noticed a big dif¬ ference in boat speed since then. She figures

they got started. Below, Suzanne Sylvester.

another key to her success was having seen one of Oakland sailmaker Kame Richards’ presentations on Bay currents and tides. She feels it gave her the knowledge to effectively combat the race’s strong ebb. “Racing WRA is a great experience for

women to skipper and not be intimidated,” Karen says. She would like to see more women eyid boats come out for the remain¬ der of the season. Nonetheless she wants to win the series, citing-the need for deck shoes Timberland is giving the winners. Her crew for the race was Susan Danig and Audrey Gibson.

A year old, the WRA boasts over 100 members. They have a crew list of 64 names, some of them very experienced sailors. Four spring races are scheduled, to be followed by four in the fall. All are sponsored by different yacht clubs around the Bay. The next two races are March 10 at the Golden Gate YC, and April 15 hosted by the Island YC. If you’re interested in becoming in¬ volved, it or\lys costs $25 to become a member. For this you will receive a newslet¬ ter, as well as get a crew roster and WRA button. For further information call Glenda Carroll at (415) 454-6327. — latitude 38 — joanne page 152

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1984 A

merican sail¬ ors have real¬ ly been taking it on the chin recently. In 1982, even though the American team was the strongest at the Hawaii Clipper Cup, the Japanese en'try Tobiume edged out Irv Loube’s Bra¬ vura from Richmond for top boat honors. Last year, following

their one-two finish at the spring SORC, Monroe Wingate’s 'Scarlett O’Hara from Oakland and the Florida-based Locura carried America’s col¬ ors to England for the prestigious Admi¬ ral’s Cup. Alas, they fell considerably short of victory, trailing teams from Germany and Italy in the final

took the 57 entries from the west coast of Florida to the Bahamas over the course of the first three weeks of Febru¬ ary, is the Indy 500 of American yacht racing. The cream of the crop, including boats, gear, sails and sailors, show up for this annual ocean orgy of IOR (known to some as “Invest or Retire”) fun and games. While the Yanks, as a group, ' flexed their muscles, it was still a foreigner who walked away with the top prize. Diva, a 39-ft JoubertNevelt design owned by West German sailmaker Berend Beilken, took the

Start of the Ocean Tri¬ angle, below, off Miami.

"Diva", above, pulled out overall fleet honors without winning her class.

tally. And then there was the America’s Cup, about which enough has been said. This most decided¬ ly un-American trend continued in the re¬ cent SORC, or Southern Ocean Rac¬ ing Conference. This six-race series, which

ALL PHOTOS BY LARRY MORAN

Larry Harvey’s new

overall crown. To add further qatiorralistic insult, her crew reportedly didn’t

“Brooke Ann”, a N-M 49, got the award for the most attractive stern graphics.

SORC

even speak English. Mein Gott!

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versa. When they added everything up last year, Locura had won Class D honors

year in!a row, the top boat failed to win her class. This oddity is due to the weight¬ ing system of scoring races in SORC. Longer heats, such as the 365-miler from St. Petersburg to Fort Lauderdale, count more than shorties such as the 40-mile Lipton Cup off Miami. You can do poorly in class, yet well overall, or vice

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but Scarlett O’Hara had amassed a high¬ er total score. This year Diva pulled the same trick, losing Class E to William Ostermiller’s new An¬ drews 39 Allegiance from the Newport Harbor YC. Class E, with boats rating from 30.1 to 31.6, should have gotten a prize itself. They swept the top four out of five places for the series, with the two new J-41’s, R. Perry Harris’ Dazzler taking third and John Holstein’s Aiethea coming in fifth. Only 12 Meter star John Kolius, driving John Am¬ brose’s Frers 50 Mornng Star, was able to crack that group with a fourth. For the first three races, it looked like the J-41’s were going to clean up. This is the first pure IOR de¬ sign for Rod John¬ stone, the man who brought us the ubiq¬ uitous J-24 and all its J- relatives. The re¬ sults were nothing short of magic, with Dazzler jumping to a 2,1,6 record includ¬ ing a win in the St. Pete to Ft. Lauder¬ dale heat. Mickey Caldwell, who sells J-Boats in Oakland, served as crew on Aiethea. He says both Dazzler, a masthead rig, and Aiethea, a fractional configuration, were lightning fast in the

Sleigh riding south on the St. Pete to Ft. Lauder¬ dale race.

reaching conditions that prevailed. The yachts were aggres¬ sively sailed as well. Rhode Island sailmaker Bill Shore was in charge on Dazzler, while Connecticut seam sewer Peter Conrad ran the show" on Aiethea. Conrad, an-ex Vietnam Green Beret, treated the whole exercise as something akin to warfare, according to Caldwell. When owner Holstein provi¬ sioned the boat with 25 bologna and

.heese sandwiches for the long race around the southern tip of Florida, Mickey made a comment that maybe that would not be enough food for three days. “What do you think this is,” growled Conrad. “Windward Passage?” No, sir.

D uring the final three races, the com¬ plexion changed. The J-41’s couldn’t quite withstand the blistering heat from the rest of Class E, particularly Diva and

1984 Haines, a leading contender for the Olympic Soling gold medal this summer. Aidingvhim were Ed Trevelyan; who crewed for Dennis Conner on Liberty, and a pack of pther aces. Also onboard was the Bay Area’s Chris Boome, sailing his sixth SORC. Chris, a winch sales¬ man, often races with clients, but this time he got to go along for the ride. “It was refreshing,” he says. “We had fun racing all the time and being so consistent.”

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he only Bay Area boat in this year’s Circuit was Irv Loube’s Bravura, a Frers 46 from Pt. Richmond. After fin¬ ishing in the teens in the opener, the blue sloop took off in the 30 knot northerly o( the St. Pete-Ft. Lau-

zle” showed flashes of brilliance between crippl¬ ing breakdowns.

only 60 miles to go to the finish. Falling hard off a wave on the beat north, the running backstay broke and allowed It takes a lot of bodies to sail a maxi.

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Allegiance. The Ger¬

man boat was also high scorer at last year’s light air Admi¬ ral’s Cup. The final three races in SORC featured less wind than the first three, and Diva began to show her stern to the competition. Allegiance was as much a surprise star

as the J-41’s. It, too, was a first-time, pure IOR design for An¬ drews, a Southern Californian with a good record in Mid¬ get Ocean Racing Club (MORC) boats. Owner Ostermiller is a heart surgeon, who used to own the Ser¬ endipity 43 Celerity. He wanted a boat for the One Ton Worlds in France this sum¬

m mer and Andrews drew him an allaround performer. Since the Worlds limits crewmembers to eight, he put more weight in the keel for better upwind work. Sailing with 12 at SORC, they may . have been a bit han¬ dicapped, but evi¬ dently not enough to slow them down. The talent on Alle¬ giance certainly had no flaws. Driving was San Diego’s Robbie

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SORC the mast to go for¬ ward sharply. A few minutes later one of the shrouds let go. “It sounded like we hit

re-rig the boat for the Lipton Cup. The adrenalin rush lasted through the race and they won class

suaded the selection committee from pick¬ ing Bravura, but mis¬ fortune plagued the Bay Area boys after-

something,” says crewmember Bob Smith, who was be¬ low sleeping at the time. The mast, which had just been replaced before the series, crumpled. Fortunately they still had the old spar and with some all-night heroics were able to

honors. One of Loube’s goals at SORC was to be selected for a spot on the threeboat American Sar¬ dinia Cup team, which will race in the Mediterranean this Summer. The broken mast by itself wouldn’t have dis¬

The newj/4l "Dazzler”, above, led the first half of the series.

wards as well. On the Miami to Nassau race they tore the tops of three jibs, one right after the other. They ended up sailing with their number three up in ten knots of breeze — a slow way

to go!

hile the picks of the selection com¬ mittee for the Sardin¬ ia Cup weren’t official at press time, it looks like Allegiance is a shoo-in for the role,

with Julian Richards’ Detente, Brad Her¬ man’s Secret Love and Jack Batts’ Scaramouche the other likely choices. Detente, with the help of Alameda’s Tom Blackaller and Dave Hulse, as well as San Bruno’s Paul Cayard, managed to salvage the decent SORC despite some problems. Hulse re¬ ports the brand new boat, built by Tom Dreyfus of New Or¬ leans Marine, had some teething prob¬ lems, but they man¬ aged to overcome them and placb tenth overall. (After the last race, Blackaller hopped a plane for Miami where he was to drive in the Grand Prix car race. A man on the move!) Another entry that suffered the new boat blues was the maxi Sorcery, designed by Oakland’s Gary Mull. After hitting a reef on

“Outsider'’ was a member of last year's winning Admiral’s Cup team.

the delivery from Los Angeles, where own¬ er Jake Woods built the 83-footer, Sor¬ cery had to spend time getting the keel and rudder repaired.

That left little time to practice and it showed. Mull says the boat was very fast once they got going, but the 25-man crew had its problems try¬ ing to figure out how to sail a boat that big. “You need six to eight guys on the foredeck to change a jib that weighs 300 pounds!” says Gary. After an excellent heavy air run in the St. Pete-Ft. Lauder¬ dale race they screwed up a spin¬ naker change and were bald headed for an hour. Later in the same race the shack¬ le holding the babystay blew up, invert¬ ing the mast and “scaring the hell out of us”, reports Mull. They dropped out of that race.

o add injury to insult. Mull tore a muscle in his shoulder lifting a

seabag after the race. He couldn’t make the last half of the series, which was especially unfortunate since Sorcery took line honors in the last two races and also

SORC

“Murphy's Law” on the way to Ft. Lauderdale.

corrected out first overall in the finale! There was no way they could touch Richard Rodgers’ The Shadow, however, in the series score in Class A. At 55 feet, this Mark Sovereldesign had a tremen¬ dous rating advan¬

tage over the 80-ft maxis such as Sor¬ cery, Kialoa and the View Frers 81 Huaso. Evidently the sailors on Shadow weren’t too happy about the situation and would have preferred being in Class B with the other 50-footers. Ac¬ cording to Mull, the reason they were stuck in Class A was because A1 Van Metre’s S&S 60 Run¬ ning Tide, which rates just below Shadow, always de¬ fines the bottom of the big boat division in SORC. Tradition!

esides being a regatta, SORC is a showcase for new de¬ signs, especially for boats. The first major sailing contest of the year (with the excep¬ tion of the Southern Cross Cup in Austral¬ ia) , it serves as a Brad Herman’s "Secret

SORC RESULTS

Love” won Class C and

BOAT CLASS A D The Shadow 2) Kialoa 3) Windward Passage

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Soverel 55 Holland 81 Gurney 73

Richard Rogers John Kilroy William Johnson

Los Angeles El Segundo Georgia

CLASS B 1) Morning Star 2) Artemis 3) Retaliation

Frers 50 Peterson 51 Frers 51

J. Ambrose, Jr. Arthur Emil David Chatham

Connecticut New York San Francisco

Peterson 45

Los Angeles

Frers 46 Frers 46

Brad Herman Jack Batts Francois Chalain Irv Loube

CLASS D D Detente 2) Container 3) Quest

NOM 41 Judel/Vrolijk 43 Rodgers 43

Julian Richards Udo Schutt Robert Lynds

New Orleans W. Germany Florida

CLASS E D Allegiance 2) Diva 3) Dazzler

Andrews 39 J/N 39 J/41

Wllm. Ostermiller Orange Berend Beilken W. Germany R. Perry Harris Massachusetts

CLASS F D Motivation 2) Hot Tub 3) Breakaway

Van de Stadt 33 Ralf Bahrman Farr 37 Bernard Blum Tripp 37 J.Randall Burwell

CLASS C D Secret Love 2) Scaramouche 3) Lady Be 8) Bravura

possible selection for the Sardinia Cup.

France Piedmont

Tom Blackaller drove "Detente" to Class D

Florida New York New York

OVERALL: 1) Diva, 2) Allegiance, 3) Dazzler, 4) Morning Star, 5) Alethea, J/41, John Hols¬ tein, Connecticut

honors.

benchmark for the upcoming season. The top boats will be ones to watch as the year progresses. The grand prix action now shifts to the Mediterranean for the Sardinia Cup, and

west to Hawaii for the Clipper Cup and then San Francisco for the St. Francis

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THE RACING

his is the page you sailing speed freaks have been waiting for, the racing Crew List. As promised, a good number of people with a wide variety of boats are looking for crew; and, even more people are looking for boats to-crew on. We should all thank our lucky stars that it takes a lot of crew to make a boat go, because by virtue of that the crew looking for boats / boats looking for crew turns out pretty good. Don’t recognize any super hot boats on the list of those looking for crew? That’s understandable, because the hot boats get the hot crew. If you want to get on the hot boats, you’ve got to be willing to work your way up. Start racing on one of the boats listed here, bust your butt, and you’ll get noticed. One thing quickly leads to another in the small world of yacht racing, and if you’re really good, you’ll have more opportunities to race than you’ll be able to accept.

AIs in years past, we’ll remind you that the best way to ap¬

masthead to retrieve the halyard at sea, navigate (he has lots of ex¬ perience) and do foredeck (also has lots of experience). Simple enough, right? If you need help, ask a friend. Next we’ll give you a complete code and then — ta da! — the 1984 Racing Crew List! v

CODE 3 = Kauai TransPac (July)

< 4 = Doublehanded TransPac (July) 5 ss Mexico (November) I prefer:

proach these lists is by picking qualified names at random rather than starting at the top of the list. Folks whose names appear first usually have their phones ring off the hook while those in the middle tend to get fewer calls than they deserve. When calling numbers on the list, use good judgement. Don’t call at the crack of dawn or at midnight. It’s also unfair to call someone the night before a race and be upset if they have other plans. And please, let’s not hassle the women who have signed up for the list. This is a sailing list, not a horny singles list. If any of you women are abnormally hassled by someone on the list, please contact Latitude 38.

'3 = Dinghies My experience is: 1 = Little, less than one full season on the Bay

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A final reminder about the Crew List’s Big Rule. Anybody who advertised in the Crew List, or who responds to an advertisement in the Crew List, by so doing absolves Latitude 38 from any and all mis¬ fortunes that may arise from that action. This special advertising sec¬ tion is for people willing to take full responsibility for their actions, people who have a swashbuckling attitude and fully realize that there are occasional dangers which may arise from 1) going sailing, and 2) dealing with the public. \ ext month’s issue will feature the cruising Crew List — it’s a monster — and the social sailing crew List. That April issue will be at the usual locations about the 30th of March, a few days later outside the Bay Area proper. The Crew List Parties will be held on April 4tft at the Corinthian Yacht Club in Tiburon, and on April 5th at the Metropolitan Oakland Yacht Club in Oakland’s Jack London Square. Mark your calendars now since many of you won’t be picking up your April issue of Latitude 38 until the party dates have passed. For details on the Crew List Parties, see this month’s Sightings.

MEN TO CREW Our first category is a list of men looking to crew on a racing boat. Since there are so many names, we’re giving everyone’s specifica¬ tions in code, one we hope you find simple to understand. Here’s an example: Hal Yard, 33, 321 E. Keel Blvd., Oakland 94608, 012-3812 .wants 1,2/in 2 / has 3 / will 3,4,5

This means that Hal is 33 years old, lives at the address given, with such and such a phone number, wants to race on the Bay and ocean, prefers boats over 30-ft long, has mucho, years and years of experience, including a bunch of ocean races, and he will go to the

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MEN TO CREW ON RACING BOATS Don Melson, 33, (415) 897-9125.wants 2,3,5 / in 2 / has 3 / will 1,3,4,5,6 John P. Orfali, 33, (415) 339-8762.wants 1,2,3/ in 1,2 / has 3/ will 1,3,5 Gary Gray, 39, 525 Prince, Oakland 94610 (w)893-4360 .». wants 1 2,3,5/in 2/has 2/will 1,2,5,6 Chuck Reilly, 30, (hX415) 991-2578; (msg) (415) 483-2551 .wants 1 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,5,6 John Thomas, 36,453-3049.wants 1,2,3/ in 1,2/.has 3 / will 2 Kurt Holland, 22, 3712 Anza St., S.F. 94121, 387-8294, 864-0350 (msg) .wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,2 Andrew L. Turner, 32, (h)947-2843 or (w)283-8363 .wants 1,2/in 1 / has 1 / will 1,3,6 Peter F. Scmidt, 30, 3957 McLaughlin, L.A. 90066, h(213) 391-8511/825-3201 .wants in 3,4/.in 1,2 / has 2/will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Tom Watson, 22, 535-1177, 2215 • 10th Ave, Oakland 94606 .wants in 1,2,3/in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,3,5 Ed Voigt, 43, 371 A Chestnut St, S.F. 94133, (415) 781-5092 .wants in 1,2,3/in 1,2,3/has 1 / will 1,3 Robert S. Stevenson, 26, w(408) 743-1709, h(408) 243-9569 after 6 pm David Browne, 30, 893-6620(w), 658-5610(h) .wants 1,2,3,5/in 2/has 2/will 1,3,5,6 Stephen Grinnell, 25, (415) 422-0707.wants 1,2 / in 1,2,3 / has 2 / will 1,3 Bill Horning, 45, (408) 746-3565.wants 1,2/ in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,3,5,6 Marc Cottrell, 16, 3507 Ross Rd, Palo Alto 94306 .wants 1 / in 1,2,3/ has 1 / will 1,3,6 Steve DeWitt, 32, (707) 255-4506.wants 1 / in 2 / has 3 / will 3,5,6 Lou Cantel, 34, 20 Porto Bello, San Rafael 94901, 456-7518 .>.wants 1 /in2/has2/wll 1,2,3,6 David Demarest, 32, 381 -6169.wants 1,2,3,5 / in 1,2 / has 2 / wi 11 2,3,6 George Gombasy, 31, 343-4031 (e), 398-4100(d) .wants 1,2,5/ in 2/has 3/will 1,2,4,5,6 Don Schmahl, 45,452-3413.wants 1,2,5/ in 2 / has 3/will 1,5,6 Steve Bertken, 27, (415) 523-2765, 2335 • 34th Ave, S.F. 94116 . .wants 1,2/in 1,2/has 1 / will 1,2,3 Timothy M. Lyon, 42, (916) 331-7089.has 1 / will 1,2,4 Dick Conner, 42, (415) 775-3396.wants 1,2,3 / in 2 / has 3 / will 4,6 Marty Grealish, 31,753-2071 .wants 1,2,3,4,5 / in 1,2/ has 2 / will 1,2,3,6 Bill Carney, 25, Box 2625, Saratoga, (408) 867-5555 .. .wants 1,2/ in 1 / has 1 / will 2,3,6 page 160

CREW LIST

MEN TO CREW ON RACING BOATS Jon Mailing, 31, 220 Redwood Highwy #181, Mill Valley 94941 383-5420 ... .wants 1,2,5/ in 2/ has 1 / will 1,2 Alan R. Erickson, 37,10270 Parkwood Dr, #7, Cupertino 95014, (408)973-9169 ...wants 1,2,5/in 2/has 1 / will 1,3,6 Bruce Van Nice, 23, 1225 Pine #3, S.F. 94109, (415) 771-4401 .wants 1 / in 2/has 1 / will 1,2,3 Phil Garrett, 36, (408) 725-7322(d).wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 3 / will 1,2,6 John Foley, 28, 661-3047, 1270 46th Ave, S.F. 94122 .wants 1,2/in 1,2/has 1 / will 1,2,6 Larry Cater, 43, (415) 457-1142.wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / has 1 / will 1,2,6 Bill Rickman, 42, (916) 920-5315(w), (916) 965-8656 .•..wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,3 Denis Bauka, 25, 610 Inverness Dr, Vallejo 94589, (707) 557-3893 ..wants 1 / in 1 / has 1 / will 1 James J. Reynolds, 29, (415) 521-6358.wants 1,2,5 / has 1 / will 1,2 Charles McKenzie, 20,1238 - 26th Ave, S.F. (415) 661-3842 .;.wants 1,2/in 1,2,3/has 2/will 1,3,5 Cliff Kunkel, 26, (dKS16) 383-8500, (eX916) 363-2786 .wants 1,2/in 1,2/has 2 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Todd Severson, 27, (415) 344-2359.wants 1,2 / in 2/ has 2 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Tom Walerius, 37, (408) 425-8945.wants 2 / has 1 / will 1,2 Harry Allen, 44,388-6531.wants 1,2 / i n 1,2 / has 2 / wi 112,4 Mike Taylor, 36, (415) 852-9047.wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 3 / will 4,5,6 Bob Taylor, 31, 28504 Mission Blvd, #907, Hayward 94544, (415)889-0770 ..wants 1 / in 1,3 / has 1 / will 1,6 Stanley Blackburn, 35, (408) 475-3681 msg .wants 2,3 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Stan Cotton, 35, (408) 264-1394.wants 3,4,5/ in 2 / has 1 / will 1,2,3 Chris Cammarata, 23, (707) 864-0216.wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / has 1 / will 1,2,3,6 Stephen Rosenthal, 34,(408)923-6562.. .wants 1,2,3/in 1,2/has 3/will 1,3,4,5 Neal Houx, 33, 75 Corta Madera, Mill Valley 94941, 383-3378 .wants 1,2,3,5/ in 1,2,3/ has 2/ will 1,2,3,5 Roger W. Shortz, M.D., 42, (415) 724-1077... wants 5 / in 2 / has 3/ will 1,2,3,4,6 Dennis P. Davie, 35, (408) 423-1455,.wants 1,2,3,4,5/ in 1,2/ has 1,2 / will 6 Rick Witter, 22, (415) 548-5388, Box 4251, Berkeley 94704 ....wants 1,2,3,4/in 2,3/has 1 / will 1 Gary Randles, 28, 25 King St, Mill Valley 94941, 383-9448 .wants 1,2,3,4,5 / in 1,2/ has 1 / will 1,2,3,6 Brad Latham, 24, (408)395-2670, (408)462-3709,19990 Gist Rd, Los Gatos .wants 1,2,3,4,5/in 2/has 3/will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Tom Hutchinson, 30,714) 631-5641, 2405 Venier, Costa Mesa 92627 .wants 3,5/ in 1,2/ has 1 / will 1,2,3 Jim Smith, 48, (707)528-6539, 2732 Valley Ctr Dr, Santa Rosa .wants 1,2 / in 1,2,3 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Steve Douglas,35,(408)476-7426.wants 1,2/in 1 /has 1 /will 1,2,6 Michael Linhares, 16, 30 Tunnel Rd, Berkeley 94705 .wants 1,2/in 1 / has 1 / will 1,2,5,6 Michael Maurier, 38, 515 Pope St, Menlo Park, (415) 322-6190 ..._... .wants 1,2/in 1,2/has3/will 3,5,6 Benson Bell, 35, P.O. Box 1436, El Granada 94018, (415) 726-2704 .wants 1,2/in 1,2/has 1 / will 1,3,6 Mike Clifton, 37, (408) 438-5556.wants 1,2,5 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,4,6 Steve Cosbey, 36,333-3482.wants 1,2,3,5 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,3,5 James Nelson, 32,986-6749.wants 1,2,3/ in 3/ has 2 / will 1,2,3,5 Frank ‘Cookie’ Degnan, 28, (415)326-3087, 26 Edgewood Dr, Redwd Cty 94062 ..wants 2,3,5 / in 2 / has 1 / will 1,2,3,6 John Dolan, 36, 345-0617, 2626 Alameda, San Mateo .wants 1,2,3,4,5 / in 2 / has 3 / will 1,2,3,5,6, Matt Novak, 33,653-9356.wants 1,2,5/ in 2/ has 1 / will 1,3,6 Howard M. Merriam, 31, 383-0595, 255 E. Blithedale, Mill Valley 94941 ..wants 1,2,3,4,5/in 1,2,3/has 1 /will 1,2,5,6 Charles Lamb, 44, (415) 944-9228.wants 1 / in 2 / has 3 / will 5,6 Tom Miller, 36, 593-8523..\.wanfs 1,2 / in 1,2,3 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Gordon Augason, 52, (408) 738-2948. wants 1,2,3,4,5 / in 1,2 / has 3 / will 1,2,3,4 Ken Shepherd, 38, h(415)843-0500, w)986-4363,1650 Oxford St, Berkeley 94709 .;.wants 1,2,5 / in 1,2/ has 2 / will 5,6 Steve Wolf, 36,285-3066.wants 1,2 / i n 1,2 / has 2 / wi 11 3,4,5,6 Moshe Maler, 34, 585-0739, 40 Caine Ave, S.F. 94112 .wants 1 / in 1,2/has 1 / will 1,2,3,4,5 Steve Halsey, 29, d(415)490-8633, e/wknd(408)378-7316 .wants 3,5 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,3,4,5,6 Joel Erickson, 26,465-2907.wants 1,2,3,4,5/ in 1,2/has 2/will 1,3,5,6 Josiah R. Meyer II, 42, (wX415) 839-5480, (h)(415) 654-9450 / ..wants 1,2, /in 1,2,/has 2/will 1,2 page 161

MEN TO CREW ON RACING BOATS Bill Lutkenhouse, 57, 841-8729.wants 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,4 Peter R. Veasey, 29, (415) 372-0739 .wants 1,2,3,4,5/in 1,2,3,/has 2/will 1,2,4,5 Andrew Blake, 33, 388-1443,457-9688.wants 1,2 / i n 1,2 / has 1,2 / wi 11 1,2 Bob Mitchell, 37, (415) 456-2336, 27 Ridge Rd, Fairfax, 94930 ...wants 1,2/ in 2 / has 3/ will 1,2,3,4,5,6 John Ringseis, 38, 4424000(d), 85 Calypso Shores, Novato 94947 .wants 3,5 / in 2/ has 2/ will 3,5 Louis Burgyan, 40, (415) 857-9512.wants 1,2,3,4,5 / i n 2 / has 2 Mike Wilson, 38, (408) 263-1240...wants 1,2/ in 1 / has 1 / will 1,2,3,6 Bruce H. Brodie, 38,381-1240.wants 2,3,5/ in 2/ has 3/ will 1,2,3,5,6 Frank Mackey, 36, (408)866-8466, 106 E. Campbell Ave, Campbell .wants 1,2,3,4,5/ in 2/has 3/will 1,2,3,5,6 Robert S. Baker, 35, Box 1869, Modesto 95353, (209) 577-5531 Terry Hutchison, (415) 757-3450, (e)754-3441 .wants 1,2/in 2/has 2/will 1,2,5,6 Steve McKee, 25, 837-2278, 2041 Ridgewood Rd, Alamo 94507 .. .wants1,2,3,5/in2/has1/will 1,2,3,6 John P. Chille, 36, (408) 354-3182.wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / hs 2 / will 1,2,3,4 Logun Nelson, 19,462-4923.wants 1,2,3 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,3,6 Robert Cleveland, 27, (714) 496-5046... wants 2,3,5 / i n 2 / has 2 / wi 111,2,3,4,5,6 David Waters, 27, (916) 481 -4410.wants 3 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,3,5,6 Douglas R. Slain, 37,398-5171.wants 1,2,3,5 / in 2 / has 1 / will 2,4,6 William B. Hart, 33, 765-5896, Navy Band Nav Stat I, S.F. 94130 ...^.wants 1,2,3/ in 1,2/ has 2/ will 5,6 Jerry W. Gerald, 44,768-2143.wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,6 Dana E. Hill, 33, (408)462-0639, 370 5th Ave, Santa Cruz ....wants 2,3,5 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,3,6 John Goubeaux, 24, (805)962-4305, 236 San Julian, Santa Barbara 93109 .wants 1,2,3,4,5/in 1,2/has 1,2/will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Lester Cevola, 37, (w)(916) 643-6645, (h)(916) 775-1483 .wants 1,2,3,4/in 1,2/has 2 / will 1,2,3,5,6 James N. Carmichael, 24, 2221 Ward St, Berkeley 94705 ...wants 1,2,3,5/ in 1,2/ has 21 will 1,3 Al Delgado, 52, (415)930-8430, 430 N. Civic Dr, #503, Walnut Creek 94596 ....... .wants 1,2,3,5/in2/has2/will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Dan Ayers, 34, 630 Alvarado St, #301, S.F. 94114 ......wants 1 / in 2/ has 1 / will 6 Ron Hardiman, 25, (707) 553-1833,10 Lee St, Apt#1, Vallejo, (707) 553-1833 .wants 1,2/ in 1 / has 2/will 1,2,6 Craig Johnson, 21, Monterey Bay Ycht Ctr, h>(408)624-2847, w(408)375-2002 ...wants 3/ in 2/ has 2 / will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Thomas Martin, 27, (h)469-7813, (w)622-8126, 470 Faxon Ave, S.F. ..wants 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,3,6 Barry Shrier, 22, (415) 776-1347, 1350A Filbert St, S.F. 94109 .wants 1,2,3,5/in 2,3/has 2/will 1,2,6 Ed Drozek, 42, (dX415) 498-7133 or 7173, (eX415) 538-5260 .wants 2,3,4,5/ in 21 has 2 / will 1,4,5 Ken Moore, 36, (dX415) 349-2151, (eX408) 338-2928 .'_wants 1,2,3/ in 1,2/has3/ will 2,3,4,5,6 Bob Neal, 39, (415) 671-7370(h), (707) 745-7576(w) ..wants 1,2/in 2/has 2/will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Don Bragg, 24, (415)234-6688.wants 1,2,5 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,6 Ron Witzel, 40, (415) 897-9466. . ..wants 1,2,3,5 / in 2 / has 2 / will 2,3,5,6 Thomas Thompson, 34, 293-8626....wants 2/ in 2 / has 3 / will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Alfred Riggs, 40, 315 Hyde St, #102, S.F.,j(415) 474-7975 .wants 1,2,3,4,5 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,5,6 George Babbes, 23, (415),483-4226.wants 1,3 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,6 Martin Cooper, 35, 1136 Haight St, S.F. 94117, 552-0323 ..wants 1,2,3,5/ in 1,2/ has 1 / will 1,2,5,6 Jim Dietz, M.D., 30,331-2309.wants 1,2,3/in 2/has 2 / will 1,3,5,6 John H. Berger, 34, (415) 333-0196.wants 1,2,5 / in 2 / has 1 / will 1,2,6 Ronald J. Kriss, 26,(415)893-8352.wants 1,2,3/ in 1,2/ has 1 / will 1,3,6 Dave Thomas, 29, 305 Sunset Way, Mil) Valley 94941 . wants 1,2,3,4,5/ in 1,2/has 1 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Hans van Boldrik, 33, 332-3096.wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 3,6 Pat Ireland, 34, 687-8542, 4853 Spaniel Ct, Concord 94521 ..wants 2,5 / in 2 / has 1 / will 1,6 Gregg Wrisley, 27, 383-8308, 39 Roque Moraes Ct, #5, Mill Valley 94941 .wants 3,5/ in 2 / has 3 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Eric Warr, 25, (415) 365-0632.wants 3,5 / i n 2 / has 2 / wi 11 1,2,3,6 Robert Hull, 55, h(415)568-1262, w(415)828-4200 .wants 1,2/in 1,2/has 2 / will 1,3,4,5,6 John (Tony) English, 34, 943-5197.wants 1,2/in 1,2/has 2 / will 1,3,6

THE RACING

MEN TO CREW ON RACING BOATS

David C. Bruce, 26, 258 Collins Ave,-S.F. 94118, (415)221-9539 .wants 1,2,3/ in 1,2/ has 1 / will 1,3,6 Rick Kowall, 45, w(415)835-4230, h(415)655-9469 .wants3,4/in 2/has2/will 1,2,3,6 Will Prescott, 38, (415) 586-1042.wants 1 / in 1,2,3 / has 1 / wi 111,2,3,6 Jim Graham, 40, h(408)379-3735, w(408)942-1555 .wants 1,2/ in 2/ has 2/will 1,2,3,4,5 Bill Conroy, 56, (415) 838-2226.wants 1 / in 1 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Richard E. Silvia, 31, (415) 562-5452, 60 Sunnyside Dr, San Leandro .wsints 1,2/in 1,2/ has 2 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Allen Fox, 51,1293 Golden Wy, Los Altos 94022, wknds(415)967-8237 .wants 1,2 in 1,2/has 1 /will 1,2,3 K. Koffel, 30, 540-7407.wants 1,2,3,4,5 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 3,5,6 Marvin Burke, 42,892-7793.wants 2,3,4,5 / in 1,2 / has 3 / will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Mark White, 30, (415) 921 -8897.wants 1,2,3,5 /1 n 1,2 / has 1 / wi 111,2,3 Bill VanDervoort, 35, (415)969-1475.wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 2/ will 1,2 Reggie Tucker, 33, (415) 525-0460, 155 • 5th St, 4th Fir, S.F. 94103 ..wants 1,2/ in 1 / has 2/will 2,5,6 Robert Migdal, 32, (415)433-3254.wants 1 / in 1 / has 1 / will 1,2 Ron Ellsworth, 36, h(415) 222-0497, w(707) 553-5533 .wants 1,2/in 1,2/has 2/will 1,2,6 Carl Dewey, 33, (707) 597-5181 .wants 1 / in 1,2 / has 1 / jwill 1,2,3,6 Dale Winlow, 26, P.O. Box 507, Mill Valley 94941 h(415) 383-4019 .wants 3,5 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,3,5,6 Ken Karda, 38,1780 Leimert PI., Oakland 94602 h(415) 530-8389 .wants 1 / in 1,2/has 1 /will 1,2,3,6 G. Butler, 30, 228 Athol, #6, Oakland 94606, 451-6251 .wants 1 / in 1,2,3/ has 1 / will 1,2,3,6 John Thielen, 52, (408) 734-5549.wants 1,2 / in 1 / has 1 Ray Mallette, 29, (408) 293-6296.wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / has 2 / wil11,5,6 Heino Nicolai, 31, 1077 Camino Ramon, San Jose 95125 .wants 1 / in 2/ has 1 / will 1,6 Guy Fanelli, 30, (707) 575-8481 .wants 1 / in 1,2/ has 1 / will 1,6 Magnus Akerblom, 33, 1600 Broadway, Burlingame 94010, 352-1333 .wants 1,5/ in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,6 George Coleman, 30, (415) 458-0287 eves/weekends .wants 1,2,4/ has 1 / will 3 Ralph Pride, 37, ^408) 274-8690.wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2,5,6 Jim Casciani, 27, w(415) 857-6428, h(415) 856-8591 .wants 1,5/ in 1 / has 2/ wiil 2,3,5,6 Murray Kalish, 29, h)387-4277, w)398-6600 .Wants 1,2,3,5/ in 2/ has 2 / will 1,3,6 George Bloom, 53, h(415)447-5372, w)422-6588 .wants 1,2,3,5/in 1,2,3 / has 2 / will 1,3,5,6 Paddy Bishop, 47, w(408)996-4158, h(408)749-9239 .wants 1 / in 1,2/ has 2/will 1,2,3 Karl Dake, 29, h)548-8979, w)642-5050.wants 1,2/in 2/has 2/will 1,2,3,6 Jim Best,29,486-0652.wants 1,2/in 1,2/has 1 / will 1,2,6 Mike Meyer, 25,(415) 964-0143.wants 1 /in 1,2/has 1 /will 1,3,6 Bruce Burton, 30, 1002 - 9th St, #48, Albany 94710, 527-0192 .wants 1,2 / in 1,3 / has 2 / will 1,5 Wayne Gesing, 31, 128 A Belwood Lane, Los Gatos 95030, (408)358-1613 .wants 1,2/in 1 /has 2/ will 1,2,5,6 Tad Cline, 23, 35 Corwin Dr, Alamo 94507, (415)820-1044 .wants 1,2,3,4,5 / in 1,2,3, / has 2 / will 1,2,3,6 Dave Wakeman, 42, (916) 577-5018.wants 3,4,5 / in 1,2 / has 3 / will 1,2,3,5 Mark Belinsky, 27, w(415)964-7600, h(408)730-8393 .wants 1 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2 Bill Napoli, 23, (415)567-8855.wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,3,5,6 Ken Russell, 33, 848-9878,642-3509.wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Larry Reynolds, 30, 849-4135,1745 Addison St, Berkeley 94703 .wants 1 / in 1 / has 1 / will 1 Robert Schneider, 41,(415)567-0770... .wants 1,2,3/in 2/has 37 will 1,2,3,4,5 Jack Brummel, 32, d)642-4670, e)845-5579.wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 1 / will 3,6 Don Bauer, 39, 566-3284.wants 1,2,5 / in 2 / has 2/will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Chris Vangelos, 25, (415)435-9393, 10 Roseville Ct, Tiburon 94920 ....wants 1,2,3,4,5 / in 1,2, / has 1 / will 1,2,3,6 Alan Achilles, 35, (408) 749-8398.wants 1 / in 1 / has 2 John W. Schmidt, 41, 525-1900.wants 3/ in 2/ has 2/will 1,6 Len Tiemann, 46, (415)792-1539.wants 1,2/ in 2/ has 3/will 1,2,4,6 Adam Glass, 29, do: MDB&E, 3 Embarcadero Center, S.F. 94111 .wants 1 / in 1,3/ has 1 David Duggan, 28,1544 Mini Dr, Vallejo 94590, (707) 642-6037 ..wants 1,2 / in 2/has 1 / will 1,6

Dan Duggan, 31, (415) 579-2940,195 State St, San Mateo 94401 .... .wants 1,2/wants2/has2/will 1,6 Erik Holladay, 26, 1247 VTcente, #1, Sunnyvale 94086, (415) 965-7483 . .wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 1 / will 1,6 Don Morrison, 51, 787-2389...wants 3,5 / in 2 / has 3/ will 1,2,3,4,5 Harold Goldman, 50ish, o)421-5134, h)499-8248 . .wants 1,2/ in 1,2/has 3/ will 3,6 Steven M. Johnson; 36, h)989-6714, w)421-5134 .wants 1,2,3 / in 2 / has 2/ will 1,3 Philip Moss, 37, (415) 825-5675,1530 Ellis St, Concord 94520 .wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / has 1 / wi 111,2,3,6 Ken Moss, 36, (415) 825-5675 mssg, do: 1530 Ellis St, Concord 94520 .k.wants 1,2/in 1,2/has 1 /will 1,3,6 Carl Goy, 44,(415)651-1729.wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / wi 111,2 Bruce Sawhill, 26, 100 University Dr., Menlo Park 94025, 327-1568 .wants 2,3,4,5 / in 2/ has 2/ will 3,5,6 Ken Wann, 27, (415) 326-3087, 325 Oregon Ave., Palo Alto 94303 .v.wants 1,2,3,5/ in 2 / has 1 / will 1,2,6 A.R. Newhouse,46,(415)968-6364.wants 1 / in 2/will 1 / will 1,2 A. Benglsoy, 37,1725 Trinity Ave. #2, Walnut creek 49596 ...wants 1 / in 1,2 / has 3/ will 1,2 Jay Hawkins, 25, (415)921-5173.wants 2,3/ in 2/ has 1,2/will 1,2,3,6 Michael Brown, 32, 286 Headlands Ct., Sausalito 94965, 331-2419 .wants 1,2/ in 1,2/has 1,2/will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Bob, 23,(408)249-6630.wants 1 / in 1,3 / has 3/will 1,2,5 Robert Wolf, 34, (415) 845-9833.wants 1 / in 1 / has 1 / will 1,2,3,6 Doug Raynor, 35, (415) 363-1351.wants 1,2 / i n 1,2 / has 1 / wi 11 2,3,6 Tom Park, 30, P.O. Box 217, El Cerrito 94530, 525-5212 (d) .in 1 / has 2 / will 1,5,6 Charles Lane, 35, 849-3125 / 849-0859 .(.wants 1,2,3,4/ in 2/ has 2/will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Forrest W. Cox, 45, (415) 532-6405.wants 1,2 / i n 1,2 / has 1 / wi 111,2,3,6 Glenn Elliott, 39, 799-2543. .wants 1 / in 1,3/ has 2/ will 5,6 Hans Carter, 33, 1916 Pine #2, San Francisco 94109, 572-8000 .wants 1 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 3,6 Van D. Jopson, 30, 330 W. Rincon Ave., Campbell 95008 .wants 1,2,3,5 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2,5,6 Frank Rodrigs, 41, (916) 966-9543.wants 1,27 in 1,2 / has 2 / will 3,6 John King, 38, (415) 886-3004 (e), (415) 886-4700 (d) .'..wants 1,2,3,5 / in 1,2/has 1 / will 1,2,3,6 Michael Henry, 31, 945 Bay, San Francisco 94109, 673-6939 ...wants 1,2,3,4 / in 2 / has 3 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Dan Rausch, 35, (415) 857-6689 (d).wants 1 / in 1 / has 1 /will 2,6 Roth Schleck, 33, (415) 969-4935, 877 Heatherstone #307, Mt. View 94040 .wants 1,2/ in 2/ has 1,2,3/will 6 Rob Buick, 30, (415) 387-1503.wants 1,2,5 / in 1,2/ has i / will 1,2,3,6 James Slauson, 39, 661-0278, San Francisco .wants 1,4/ in 2/ has 3/Will 1,3,5 Ken Bosley, 25, (408) 356-6311, (408) 284-7829.... '.wants 3 / in 2 / has 2 / will 5 Brian Galbreath, 25, (415) 967-5374, 64 Paul Ave., Mountain View ...wants 1,2,5/ in 2/ has 1 / will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Dick Peterson, 40,18942 Crest Ave., Castro Valley 94546 .wants 1,2/ in 1,2/has 1 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Richard Lawson, 35, 393-0600 (d), 435-0167 (e), 12 Venus Ct., Tiburon 94920 .wants 1,2,3,5/ in 2 / has 3/ will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Greg Fuller, 31, (415) 992-4784, 202 Palisades Dr., Daly City 94015 .wants 1,2/in 1,2/has 1 / will 1,2,3 W.L. Snyder, 37,(415)458-5261.wants 1 / in 1 / has 1 / will 1

WOMEN TO CREW ON RACING BOATS

Here’s the second list. This is the one of women who want to crew on a racing boat. It is not the classifieds of the Bay Guardian. If you think offering a lady a spot on your Hof Dog 35 entitles you to a spot in her berth, don’t use this list! You’ll notice that some of the women use just a first name, some even just their initials. That’s fine with us. Phone numbers may be either home or work, so plan your calls ac¬ cordingly. And let’s be gentlemen. The code for women looking to crew on racing boats is exactly the same as for men. Go to it! page 162

CREW LIST

WOMEN TO CREW ON RACING BOATS Pat Schuler, 40, 372-7258, 2038 Rainier Pr, Martinez .:.wants 1,2,5 / in 2/ has 2 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Marion Hodson, 32,521-4573..wants 1 / in 1,2,3 / has 2 / will 3 Audre Beauchamp, 48,1166 Quince Ave, Sunnyvale 94087, (408)736-1637 .....wants 1,2,5/ in 2/ has 1 / will 1,2,6 Michele Helms, 39, (408)476-5061, Box 352, Capitola 95010 .wants 1,2,3,4,5/in 1,2, / has 2/will 1,2,3 Kathy Marshall, 27, h(415)321 -4071, w(415)960-3990 .wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,6 Lorraine Anderson, 33,821-1290.wants 1 / in 2 / has 1 / will 1,2,3 Sharon J. Flood, h)359-7641, w)442-7394.wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 1 Lynn Colyer, 31,921-0574.wants 1 / has 1 / will 1 Michelle Price, 31, h)339-2347, w)676-9768 .wants 1,2,3/ in 1,2,3/ has 1 / will 1,2,3,6 Louise Pender, 34, (408)275-9964.wants 1,2/ in 1,2,3/ has 2/ will 1,2,6 Pamela Dunn,24,331-3470.wants 1,2,5/in 1,2/has 1 /will 1,2,3,6 Laurie Dunston, 43,383-1389.wants 1 / in 1 / has 1 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Cindy, 36,332-8591...-.wants 1 /in 2/has 1 /will 1,2 Nancy, 35, (415) 771-1528 ans machine.wants 1 / in 1 / has 1 / will 1,2 Cathy, 36,285-3066.wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2,6 Lynda Waleri, 32, w)568-8440.wants 1,2,5 / in 1,2/ has 1 / will 1,2,3 Diana Fletcher, 34, wkdys(415) 392-2974.wants 1 / In 1 / has 1 /will 1,2 Carole Swetky, 27, 549-3437.wants 1,2 / in 1,3 / has 3 / will 1,3,5 Sandy, 38, Box 895, San Carlos 94070, (415) 592-1100 (d) ..wants 1 / in 1,2 / has 1 / will 1,2,3 Sandi Harris, 37, 495-4820 (d), 922-6334 (e) .wants 1,2,3 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,4 Dee, 27,(415)324-0630.wants 1,2,5/in 1,2/has 1 / will 1,2 Judy Shilling, 40, (415) 232-0635.wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2,6 L. Todd, 26, 459-1349.wants 1 / in 1 / has 1 / will 1,2 Dorothy R., 30,564-9415, San Francisco_wants 1,2/in 1,2/has 2/will 1,2,3 Ellen, 30, P.O. Box 1842, San Anselmo 94960 .wants 1,2,3,5/ in 1,2/has 1 / will 1 Janet S., 28, 301 Crestmont Dr., San Francisco 94131 .wants 2/ in 2 / has 2/will 1,2 Edwina Pellikka, 34, (213) 467-0565.... wants 1,2,3,4,5 / ini ,2,3 / has 1 / will 1,2 Kathy Ward, 29, (916) 966-8975.wants 2,3,5 / i n 1,2 / has 2 / wi 11 2,6 Lynne Anderson 24, 848-8246.wants 1,2,3,4,5/in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Lorena Vernon, 27, (415) 931-3978.wants 1 / in 1,2,3 / has 2 / will 1,2,6 Colleen, 22, 566-6407, San Francisco.wants 2,3,4 / in 1,2/ has 2 / will 1,2,3 Patti Brady, 34, 863-1258, 522 Utah St., San Francisco 94110 .wants 1 / in 2 / has 1 / will 1,2 Deidre, 37,331-2406.wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 2 / will 2,6 Michele, 34,1305 Lombard St. #5, San Francisco 94109, 474-6223 .wants 1,2,3,4,5 / in 1,2 / has 3 / will 1,2,3,5 Randi, 37,283-6805.wants 1,2 / i n 1,2 / has 3 / wi 11 5,6 Virginia Newell, 44, (707) 528-7260.wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,5,6 Debra Howard, 27, 788-8665.wants 1,2 / i n 1,2 / has 2 / wi 11 3,5,6 Diana Mayes, 36, 563-0788 (w), 435-2163 (h) .wants 1,2,3,5 / in 1,2/ has 2 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Jane Morlan, 36, (415) 592-0979.wants 1 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2 Bonnie Russell, 33,283-1234(e).wants 1 / in 2 / has 1 / will 3 Darth Dunbar, 28, 573-0241.want s 1,2 / i n 1,2 / has 1 / wi 111,2,3 Royann Musante, 37, (707) 762-1443.wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,2 Michelle, 15,14E Fairfax St., San Rafael.wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1 Regine Boysen, 28,527-2061.wants 3 / has 2 / will 1,2,5 D.J. Olken, 30,776-7974.wants 1 / in 1 / has 1 / will 1,2,5,6 Katherine A. White, 21, 230-C Edith St., Petaluma 94952 .;... .wants 1 / has 1 / will 1 Fran Clader, 22,459-3792.wants 1 / in 2 / has 2/will 6 Margaret, 28, (408) 971-7348.wants 1 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 5,6 Jennie, 31,(408)971-7348.wants 1 / in 1,2/has 1 / will 6 Sandy Mikesell, 35, 332-7470.'wants 1,2,5/ in 2 / has 3/will 1,2,3 Wendy Graves, 22,928-8001.wants 1,2/ in 2,3/ has 1 / will 1,2 Julie Meyer, 25,(415)964-0143..wants 1 / in 1,2/has 1 / will 1,3,6 Sherri Ann, 39, (707) 778-7020, San Rafael.wants 1 / in 2/ has 1 /will 1,2 Gwyn Slack, 37,981-8230.wants 1 / in 1,2 / has 1 / will 1,2,6 Sallie Rowe, 39,332-4922.wants 1 / in 1,2/has 2/will 1,2,6 Laurie, 26, 571-8461.wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / has 1 / will 1,2 Joanie, 31, (415) 726-7209.wants 1,2/in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,3,5,6 Susan Matulich, 34, (408) 722-3577 (w), (408) 722-3710 (h) .wants 1,2/in 1,2/has 2 / will 1,2,6 Nancy Sasser, 26, (707) 778-6149, P.O. Box 109, Penngrovrn CA ..wants 1,2,4 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 2,3,5 page 163

WOMEN TO CREW ON RACING BOATS Kristine J. Scott, 35, 331-5268.wants 1,2,3,5/ in 1,2/ has 2/will 1,2,3 Jacqueline Konanz, 38, 39 Fortuna, San Francisco 94115, 981-1796 (w) .wants 1 / in 1 / has 1 / will 1,2,5 Carson, 31, 388-3663.wants 2,3,5/ in 2/ has 1 / will 1,2,6 Debbie Kolsrud, 31, 642-1303 (d), 841-2196 (e) .wants 1,2,3/ in 2/ has 1 /will 3,5,6 Carolyn, 38, (415) 829-0457.wants 1,2 / in 1,2/ has 2/ will 1,2 Barbara Madel Bell, 38, (415) 932-1962... .wants 1,2,3,4,5/in 2/has 2/will 1,2 Pam Schiro, 35, (415) 236-0493, 540-3101 (w), East Bay .wants 1 /in 1,2/has 2/ will 1,4,5,6 Janet L. Gomez, R.N., 31,(415) 462-3700.... wants 1,2,5 / in 2 / has 2 / will 3,5,6 Marsha Babcokb, 37, P.O. Box 163315, Sacramento 95816,(916) 682-2715 (msg) .wants 1,2/in 1,2,3 / has 3 / will 1,2,3,4,5 Lynn Muros, 29,332-7207, Sausalito.wants 1 / in 1 / has 1 / will 1 Liz, 28,(415)323-6441.wants 1 / in 2/has 1 / will 2 Sissek Danielson, 23, 642-4000 (w)... .wants 1,2,3,5/in 1,2,3/has 2 / will 1,2,3 Patricia Villalobos, 43,1248 Farrington, San Jose .wants 1,2 /in 1,2/has 2/will 1,2,6 Stacy Cooper, 27, 328-0952.wants 1,2,3 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,2 Adrienne Krause, 33,232-7183.wants 1,2 / i n 2 / has 1 / wi 111,2 Sharon L. Baker, 34, 623 Main St., Juneau, Alaska 99801 .wants 1,2,5/ in 1,2/has 2/ will 1,2,4,6 Linda Barncord, 28, 238 Louis Ctâ&#x20AC;&#x17E; Livermore 94550, 422-2459 (w), 443-8229 (h) ..wants 1 / in 1,2/has 1/will 1,2 Joanne Catz, 25,(415)924-4149_wants 1,2/in 1,2,3/has 1 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Kathleen Rogge, 34, (415) 892-4094.... wants 1,2,3,5 / in 1,2 / has 2 / wi 111,3,5,6 Heidi Glover, 33, 671 Fourth Ave., San Francisco, (415) 752-0625 .wants 1,2,3,5 / in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2,6 Sue, 30,(415) 387-7390.wants 1,2,35/in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2,3 Kim Rodman, 24,922-8412, San Francisco, .wants 1,2/ in 1,2/ has 2/ will 1,2,3 Barbara Criswell, 28, (415) 322-8244.wants 3/ in 2 / has 1 / will 1,2,3,5,6 Linda A. Myer, 32, (707) 545-3241, Santa Rosa .wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,3 Laurie Jacobs, 32, (415) 642-8415.wants 1,2,3,5/in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2,5,6 Martha Kimble, 653-7904.wants 1 / has 1 / will 1 Lynn, 36, (415) 282-6628.wants 1,2,3 / i n. 1,2 / has 2 / wi 111,2,5,6 Peggy, 34, 945-8036.wants 1,2/in 1 / has 2/will 1,2,3,5 Sunny, P.O. Box 4871, W.O. 94596, (415) 932-8954 .wants 4,5 / in 2 / has 2 / will 1,2,4 Patty, 33, 522-3239, Alameda.wants 1 / in 2 / has 2 / will 3 Wendy Costello, 26,921-3040 (w).wants 1,2 / in 2 / has 2 / will 3,5 Susan Hall, 39, 524-7939.,.wants 1 / in 1,2/has 1 / will 1 Fran Winchwench, 33,(415)441-1454.. .wants 1,2,3,5/ in 1,2/has 1 / will 1,2,3 Teri Stradtman, 27, P.O. Box 535, San Rafael 94915, (415) 485-0678 .. .wants 1 / in 1,2 / has 1 / will 2,6 Denise, 1270 St. Mark Ct., Los Altos 94022.wants 1 / in 1,2/has 1 / will 2 Wendy Green, 29, c/o MLTW/Tumbull Associate, Pier 1 Vi, San Fran. 94111 .wants 1 / in 21 has 1 Sue Kreipke, 30, 387-7390.wants 1,2,5/ in 1,2 / has 2 / will 1,2,3 Suzanne Bloxham, 33, (408) 733-9058,1001 Evelynn Terr. East 175, Sunnyvale .wants 1,2 / in 2/ has 2 / will 1,2,3 Jane, 30, (415) 521-9512.wants 1 / in 1,2/has 1 / will 1,2 Deborah Lynn, 31, 545-9735(d), 221-6869(e).. .wants 1,2/in 2/has 2/ will 1,2,6 Kathy McNulty, 36, 521-6995, P.O. Box 2338, Alameda 94501 .wants 1,2/ in 1,2,3/has 2/will 2,6 Juliette Bloxham, 29, 577 14th Ave., San Francisco 94118, 221-6430 .wants 1,2,3,5/in 1,2/has 2/will 1,2.3,4,6 Dawn Moore, 34, P.O. Bgx 421948, San Francisco 94142 ...wants 1,2 / in 1,2 / has 1 / will 1 Eilie Sluis, 48, (916) 223-6279, 1079 Pineland Dr., Redding 96002 .wants 1 /in 1,2,3 / has 2 / will 1,2,3 Leigh Francis, 29, 634 62nd St., Oakland, 655-3112 (after 7 p.m.) .wants 1,2,3,5/in 1,2/has 2/will 1,2,6 Robin, 30, 561-8616 (e).wants 1 / in 2 / has 3 / will 1,2,3,4,5,6 Pam, 38, 454-3000.wants 1,2,3,5 / in 1,2,3 / has 2 / will 1,2,3,5 Andree Jackson, 26,368-5169, Atherton.. .wants 1,2/in 1,2/has 2/will 1,2,5,6 Maureen, 31,(408) 998-3420.wants 1,2/in 2/has 1 / will 1,2

COUPLES TO CREW ON RACING BOATS Mike & Cheri Morrow, 40 & 30, (707) 448-0216 .wants 1 / in 1 / have 2,3/will 1,2,5,6

THE RACING CREW LIST BOATS LOOKING FOR CREW TO RACE Finally we have the list of boat owners looking for able bodied crewmembers. The code is quite simple and is printed below. Take a minute before you call these folks and ask yourself a couple of ques¬ tions. Am I willing to make a commitment to this person to help them race their boat efficiently and safely? Am I willing to accept befog wet, cold and miserable as a normal part of racing on the Bay or ocean? If you answer ‘no’ to either one, then don’t call!

CODE i plan to race:

: 2 * Ocean 3 = Mexican Races

6 = 1984 Doublehanded TransPac l want crew: 1 = Who will consistently put out 100% for the chance to get experience, and won’t complain

I race: 1 = Nights and casually for relaxation 2 - Pretty seriously

MEN WITH RACING BOATS \ Ross Bowling, 34, w(415)342-4313, h(415)342-9277, Islander Bahama 24 .plans 1 / wants 1 / races 1 Mark C. Ryder, 43, Box 409, Corte Madera 94925, 40’ Cutter PHRF 138 .plans 5,6 / wants 3 / races 2 Peter Clutterbuck, 34,645 Sequoia Vlly Rd, Mill Valley 94941,383-3756, C&C38 .plans 2 / wants 3 / races 2 Mark Welch, 32, (707) 864-0190, Catalina 22.plans 1 / wants 1 / races 2 Richard Hodges, 42, (916) 525-5955, Express 27... plans 1 / wants 2 / races 1,2 Jerry, 42, h)333-9295, w)952-8588, Cal 2-27.plans 1 / wants 1 / races 3 Fred Taber, 41, 685-8414 ext 38, Wylie Wabbit.plans 1 / wants 1 / races 1 Phil Harten, 54, Box 967, Vallejo 94590, Freedom 21 .plans 1,2,4 / wants 1 / races 1 Dick Sloan, (415) 388-2115, Ranger 23.plans 11 wants 1,2 / races 3 Dr. Lee Mocker, 50, (415) 483-3390 or 889-7311, Catalina 38 .plans 1 / wants 2 / races 3 Chip Edin, 41, (415) 930-7734* J/24.plans 1 / wants 2 / races 3 Bob, 57, P.O. Box 314, Pt. Richmond 94807, J/24... plans 1 / wants 1,2 / races 2 Mike Impens, 55, Box 9247, Marina del Rey 90295, (213)410-0500, Yorktown 33 .plans 2,3,6 / wants 1 / races 1 Frank G. Monaghan, 47, (707)554-8855, Santa Cruz 27 .plans 1 / wants 1,2 / races 2 George Gombasy, 31, 398-4100(d), 343 4031(e), 43’ IOR .plans 1 / wants 1,2 / races 2 Eduardo Galvan, d(408)262-1411 x251, e(408)247-9777, Cal 3/30 .plans 1,4 / wants 1,2 / races 2 Eric Carlisle, 32, (415)775-5154, Folkboat 25’.plans 1 / wants 21 races 2 Stephen Rosenthal, 34, (408)923-6562, Santana 27... plans 1 / wants 3 / races 3 Lloyd Phillips, 56, 721 Columbia Dr, Sacto 95825, (916)972-8377, Hawkfarm .plans 1 / wants 2,3 / races 3 Roger W. Shortz, M.D., 42, (415)724-1077.plans 4/ wants 1,2/ races 3 Russell Breed, 30,1041 Shell Blvd #1, Fostr Cty 94404, 574-2251, Day Sailer I .plans 1 / wants 1 / races 1,2

MEN WITH RACING BOATS D.MacPherson, 31,1620 Kirkham St, SF 94122,398-6700/665-7761, Peterson 25 .plans 1 / wants 1,2/races 1,2 Steve Douglas, 35, (408)4^6-7426, Santana 22.... plans 1 / wants 1,2 / races 1,2 Robert Gilbert, 57, 531-0658, Cal 2-27.plans 1 / wants 1 / races 1,2 William E. Vaughan, 52, sail’g msg 532-3460, Alden yawl (classic woodie) .plans 1,2/wants 1,2,3 /races 1,3 Don Chandler, 36, w)543-4600, h)641-0155, Pearson Vanguard ..i..plans 1 / wants 1,2/ races 1,2,3 Harry Allen, 44, 388-6531, Santana 22.plans 1 / wants 1,2 / races 2 Josiah R. Meyer II, 42, w(415) 839-5480, h(415) 654-9450, Hobie 16 ... plans 1 / wants 1 / races 2 Henry Smith, 35, 544-5471 (o), 435-3943 (h), J-30... plans 1 / wants 1,2 / races 2 Stephen Merrill, 39, (415) 689-8336 (h), Coronado 25 & Nacra 5.2 .. *..'.. .plans 1 / wants 1 / races 2 Fred C. Conta, 45,435-9513, Islander 28’.plans 1 / wants 3 / races 3 R.G. “Cap” Beauregard, 50 +, 361 Warwick Dr., Walnut Creek 94598, Triton 29’ .plans 1 / wants 2 / races 2 Bernie Kgy, 28,1900 Stevens/Richland WA, (509) 946-1180, 17’ Thistle/Cal 39 ..plans 1,2 / wants 1 / races 1 Bob A. Dries, 39,1250 Masonic, San Francisco 94117, Columbia 36 .plans 1 / wants 2 / races 2 Vance Sprock, 25, Box 12574, Oakland 94604,750-3202w/547-4199h, Yankee 30 .plans 1,4/wants 1,2/ races 2 Alfred McKelvy, Jr., 35, (415) 573-7770, San Mateo, Ericson 32 .plans 1 / wants 1,2 / races 2 John Super, 40, 3222 Folsoijn, S.F. 94110,824-1688, Peterson V2 ton/lslndr Bah .plans 1,2/wants 1,2/races 3 Robert Hull, 55, h(415)568-1262, w(415)828-4200, Sprinta Sport 23’ .r.plans 1 / wants 2 / races 1,2 Dave Stone, 30, e(707)422-0724, Catalina 22.plans 1 / wants 1 / races 3 Stephen Cannon, 611 Virginia #22, Vallejo 94590, Cal 40 ..plans 1,2 / wants 1 / races 1,3 Steve Rankin, 37, 521 -0895, C&C 24.plans 1,2 / wants 2 / races 2 Dean Dietrich, 41, w)781-4200, h)567-2370, Catalina 30 .plans 1 / wants 1,2 / races 3 Don Bragg, 24, (415)234-6688, Golden Wave 42. .. .plans 1,2/wants 2/races 2 Al Delgado, 52, (415)930-8430, 430 N. Civic #503, Walnut Crk 94596, Cal 39 .plans 1,2,3/wants 1,2/races 2 Paul McMenamin, 28, d)393-2355, Nacra^.8 cat (20’) .plans 1 / wants 1,2/ races 1 George Vare, 47, 986-6330, 331B World Trade Ctr, SF 94111, Mull custom 32’ .plans 2 / wants 3 / races 2 Tpm Martin, 33, (415)826-6516, Peterson 25.plans 1 / wants 1 / races 1 Van M. Selvig, 45, 332-6921, Islander 36.plans 1 / wants 1 / races 2 Frank Petrie, 28, h)527-2061, w)495-7010, Ranger 33 .plans 1,2 / wants 1,2 / races 3 Bill Wright, 40, d)397-4600, e)927-0389, Aphrodite 101 .plans 1 / wants 1 / races 2 D.A. Hand, 43, 433 Silver, Danville 94520, 768-1234, J/24 . .. plans 1 / wants 1 / races 1 Walt Wilson, 39, 346-0180, 2838 Buchanan, San Francisco, Newport 30 ..plans 1 / wants 1,3 / races 3 J. Ron Byrne, 49, (415) 962-3897, Coronado 25.plans 1 / wants 1 / races 1,2 Grover Sams, 34, (415)965-0751 (e), Ranger 26.plans 1 / wants 1,2 / races 2 Bill Patry, 50ish, 435-2768, Express 27 “UXB”.plans 1,4 / wants 1 / races 3

WOMEN WITH RACING BOATS C.J. Rankin, 36, 521-0895, C8.C 24.plans 1,2 / wants 2 / races 2 Tracy Dickerson, 30’s, 527-2061 (h), Ranger 33-plans 1,2 / wants 2 / races 3

COUPLES WITH RACING BOATS Betty L. & Donald L. Lessley, 42, (415) 892-6534, 35 Ramona, Novato, Cal 9.2 plans 1,2,4 / wants 1,2,3 / races 3

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TIPS AND RULES FOR THE BASIC RULES TIPS FOP BEGINNING PACING CREW 1. You can’t be a good crew if you’re not there. Don’t sign on to crew for a series if you know it’s going to conflict with other obligations. If you do have to miss a race, alert the owner as far as possible in advance. Be punctual. Your being late could cause the boat to be late to the starting line — or short-handed if they decide to leave the dock without you. 2. Have the necessary basic equip¬ ment. To sail Northern California waters, you must have the proper sailing togs. This means foul weather jacket, pants and boots. Without them you will get sopping wet, which will rapidly make you cold, grumpy and incapable of doing your job well. The result is that someone else will have to pick up the slack — and that’s bad art in sailing. Foul weather gear is expensive, but board¬ ing a racing boat without it is as preposterous as a football player taking the field without helmets or pants. It’s no sin to be on a bud¬ get, just ask sailing friends about buying or borrowing some of their old gear. 3. There’s plenty for the first time sailor to do, so be sure to volunteer. Ex¬ amples are: counting down the time at the start; drawing up a course chart to tape on the bulkhead; skirting the genoa (pillling it over the lifelines) after tacks; standing by to tail at the various winches; being the first to coil sheets and pull out the mainsail cover when the race is over. If you eagerly did all of the above, you’d be a valuable and wel¬ come addition on many racing boats on the Bay. 4. Always pay attention. First-time sailors often let their minds wander off the business at hand. Determining the course to the next mark or tending to genoa trim are far more important than getting a sandwich or tending to your beer. There’s plenty of time to eat, drink and socialize after the race, so save it for later. On longer Bay races chow and beer time is usually on the downwind legs after everything is trimmed and the boat is prepared for the next leg. 5. Don’t question authority — at least until the race is over. If the skipper asks you to sit on the rail or pull a line, just do it promptly. If you don’t understand the reasoning behind the order, wait until the end of the race to ask for an explanation.

Driving a boat well requires total concentra¬ tion, and that precludes explaining techni¬ que during the race. 6. Enthusiasm counts. Most owners would much rather have a crew with moder¬ ate skills and good attitudes than great skills and a rotten attitude. The reason is simple. By the middle of the season the former boat would be in chaos while the latter would be finishing up in the money frequently. A dedi¬ cated skipper and crew can become a top¬ flight boat by the end of a single season, while it takes years on the couch to cure a bad attitude.

the Road, the racing rules require a boat on port tack (with her boom on the starboard side.) to give way to a boat on starboard tack.

2. Windward-Leeward and Overtakbooms on the same sides) .-.a boat to wind¬ ward or behind must give way to a boat to leeward or ahead. (The first provision is also part of the Rules of the Road). 3. Changing Tack. A boat that is tsck: not If you tack or jibe into a right-of-way position, you must give the give-way boat time to alter course to avoid you. 4. Luffing before Starting. Before

7. Be honest about your sailing skills. If you can’t competently work the foredeck, don’t tell the owner you can. It’s far better to be honest and request practice sessions before the first race than have the skipper discover you’re a liar during the downwind leg of the season opener. Be vocal about equipment you’ve never used before. If you’ve only worked normal winches, get instruction for self-tailers. Then ask for enough practice tacks until you feel confident. 8. Stay positive. If you or your boat make lots of mistakes, don’t get down. Races are long and the season’s even longer. If you keep on battling and improving, you’ll soon be gaining on the boats ahead of you. Con¬ sistency, not spurts of genius or bravado, are the key to victory. 9. Don’t shy away from the dirty work. A big part of any racing campaign is getting the boat prepared. If you want to be around for the glory days, you should be willing to put in some grunt hours smoothing the bottom, greasing the winches, and may¬ be even waxing the hull. 10. No guts, no glory. No pain, no gain either. So push yourself a little. 11. Above all, have fun, the kind of fun that comes from learning a new skill, from charging on when the going gets tough, from working together as a team. It’s nice if you can end the season with a pickle dish, but that’s only a part of what racing’s all about.

TIPS FORBEGINNING PACING SKIPPERS 1. When in doubt, call the Yacht Rac¬ ing Association Office (YRA) at (415) 771-7500. Kitty'James and Debbie Eldredge know everything, and are very helpful. 2. Outline your racing program to the crew. What races you plan to do, at what level of intensity, what boats you’ll be page 166

NEW SKIPPERS AND CREW

engine, how to operate the radio, etc. 5. Don’t expect your crew to be in¬ tuitive geniuses. If you’re a novice skip¬ per, you’ll probably have a novice crew. If they’ve never seen a winch before you’re go¬ ing to have to take a bit of time to teach them how to use it — and all the other gear — safely. Don’t do this ten minutes before the season opener.

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slowly. 5. Barging. At the start, don’t barge. That means don’t try to squeeze between a boat close to leeward of you and a starting line mark.

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6. Sail as a team. Give every member of the crew a job. If the best one or two sailors do all the jobs, the lesser skilled folks will never learn and soon lose interest. First their minds aren’t in the race, and then their bodies aren’t there either. 7. Practice all the basic sailing ma¬ neuvers. Tacking should be a snap, gybing in strong winds should present no problem, and reefing a less than one-minute maneu¬ ver. Changing headsails will take longer on bigger boats or boats with hanks, but the crew should know how to do it effectively.

8. If you haven’t sailed with a spin¬ naker, you should dedicate several entire afternoons to all the aspects of its handling. If necessary hire someone to instruct your team. It would be money well spent.

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racing against, and an honest appraisal of how you expect to do. 3. Carefully detail what you expect of the crew. That they should have the pro¬ per clothing, that they should be on time, that they should pay attention and later help put the boat away, etc. If you expect them to contribute food and drink and help with page 167

maintenance, make this clear at the outset. 4. Go over the entire boat with the crew. Explain how all the gear works, what sails you have, where the safety equipment and man-overboard gear is, how to start the

12. Review the race with the crew back at the dock. Find out where you goofed, and decide how you could have done it better. Winning races is a function of not making mistakes; eliminate the errors and you’ll move to the top of the fleet. 13. Have a clean bottom. Racing with a gungy bottom is like trying to do a hand¬ stand wearing a straightjacket. 14. Have fun. If you don’t, nuit.

THREE BRIDGE

hen Singlehanded Sailing Society Commodore Ants Uiga coined the name Three Bridge Fiasco’ "for the first S.S.S. race of the year, he couldn’t have been more prophetic. Forty boats started the 21-mile Bay race that was hopefully to take them around Crissy Buoy (near the Golden Gate), Red Rock (near the Richmond Bridge), and Yerba Buena (near the Bay Bridge). But only two boats finished. The re¬ mainder of the fleet fell victim to a combina¬ tion of adverse currents and the windless east side of Treasure Island. The two entries that did finish were an ex¬ emplary display of equality between single and doublehanders, men and women, as well as ultralight and normal displacement boats. Only androgynous multihuliers were not represented. Lester Robertson finished first in his Moore 24, Legs, about 3:30 p.m. The doublehanded entry of Susan Vaughn and Linda Rettie finished in Susan’s Ranger 23 Aurora, about 5:30 p.m., just half an hour before the time limit. The 38 other entries — which included several fast multihulls, many ultralights, and some venerable IOR boats like Improbable — simply could not complete the course. The vast majority of these non-finishers ex¬ pired in a group parking lot behind Treasure Island, having been completely abandoned by the wind. “Damn,” these skippers would periodically grunt while slapping their palms on the deck, “what a fiasco!”

\ he Three Bridge Fiasco was a rather unique race in two ways. The first is that it featured a graduated start in which the slow¬ er boats started earlier, taking their handicap time at the beginning of the race. The faster boats would start later, attempting to catch up before the finish. In theory all equally well-sailed boats would simultaneously take the gun. The second interesting feature — and one that kept all 40 entries puzzling over tide books and current charts for weeks in ad¬ vance — was that entries would take the three marks in any order they desired. Tac¬ tics thus became more important than ever, since good arguments could be made for several different courses. As it turned out singlehanded winner Robertson put very little stock in the tide books and the current. Having come down to the Bay Area from his Tahoe home a few days before the race, he noticed that there was wind near Treasure Island in the morn¬ ing, but that it invariably died by afternoon. He figured that the currents would be less

favorable by taking a Treasure Island, Red Rock, Crissy route, but that it would be the only way he could round Treasure Island be¬

fore the wind expired for the day. His incli¬ nation to sail that course was reinforced when he saw earlier-starting Mark Rudiger page 168

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take off in that direction. John Klaus, Robertson’s fellow mountain man, had advised him, “Just go whichever way Rudiger page 169

goes.” ,

T 1 his was not a popular decision — the overwhelming majority of the fleet opted for

THREE BRIDGE FIASCO the Crissy, Red Rock, Treasure Island se¬ quence — but it worked for both Legs and Aurora. However, it just barely worked. Rounding Treasure Island, even in the mor¬ ning, proved just about impossible. The wind was very light, and the current was run¬ ning in the opposite direction. Three times Robertson tried to work the shore of island,

way’ entries had passed him going the other way on the last leg, and they were carrying chutes and going with the current. He x figured his goose was cooked.

13 esperate, he hoisted a chute, which he carried through Raccoon Straits and on a

flat as the gray surface of the Bay. The ‘wrong way’ boats had had no trouble roc¬ keting around Crissy in the 15 to 18 knot winds at the start, and although the ebb tide made it tough for some to get around Red Rock, just about everyone eventually made it. What they couldn’t get around was Trea¬ sure Island, although some boats struggled for as long as four hours.

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and three times he was pulled back by the flood. “This is terrible,” he said to himself as he made what he assumed would be a futile fourth run at breaking free. “What has Rudiger done to me?” But suddenly Legs “got caught in a perverse counter current” that sucked it out of the grips of the island. “I wasn’t sailing,” Robertson insists, “because there wasn’t any wind.” Robertson — and the ladies on Aurora who got in the same counter current — were suddenly off to the races while poor Mark Rudiger was still being pulled back toward Coyote Point. Robertson had “one of my more enjoy¬ able sails ever” going up to Red Rock. He played the strong ebb by sailing in he deep water ship channel near the Richmond shore before reaching across the heavy flow to round the island. It wasn’t difficult, but Robertson was grim. Many of the ‘wrong

broach reach across the central Bay to Crissy. Sailing the last short leg to the Golden Gate YC finish, he assumed he’d been drubbed. Only later did he learn he’d won. It was much the same for Susan and Linda, who finished several hours later. Ap¬ proaching the finish line with no other boats in sight, they figured they were the last boat on the course. Fearful the race committee might have gotten tired of waiting for them to finish, they called and pleaded with them to remain on station. It was only as they were motoring across the Bay that they discovered everyone but Robertson was still on the course. The remainder of the fleet certainly was still on the course behind Treasure Island, their spinnakers limp, the skippers’ spirits as

^3 ne by one those who wouldn’t finish abandoned the race. Only three diehards with designs on the six-race S.S.S. season series — including Dan Newland and Frank Dinsmore — stuck it out long enough to make it under the Bay Bridge. But it was hopeless. As the sun sank beneath the Bay Bridge, Newland, who had advised fiance Linda Rettie to take the successful route she did, was particularly distraught. Tugging at what’s left of the hair atop his skull, he lamented, “There’ll be no peace at home now, I’ll never hear the end of this.” There is some good news for Newland, Dinsmore, and others who thought their chances for a season championship flew out the window with the fiasco. Singlehanded winner Lester Robertson plans on doing some of the series doublehanded with his girlfriend Viola, which basically erases everyone’s DNF. So it’s a brand new season with five rlaces to go. The next championship race is the Half Moon Bay race on April 7 & 8, which means there’s plenty of time for everyone to still sign up for the singlehanded and doublehanded fun. — latitude 38

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hey don’t make them anymore, but if they did, there would probably be a good market for them here in Hawaii. The stur¬ dy old Cal-20 is just what we need out here, a boat that won’t take on water in 30-knot winds and five-foot seas when we are out trying to finish up the last leg of the last race in a two-day regatta and a storm has already talked all the Lasers, Hobies and J/24’s out of the water.

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Sunday was a case in point. I was crewing for lawyer Jim Case aboard his trusty 600 vintage Cal-20 when a shackle popped on his jib sheet rig. We had just followed the Valcour (Glenn Clark) high to windward for a last tack to the finish line when suddenly we had no jib. We nailed the sail down on deck, finished last and went off on a long tangent while rerigging the sail with new hardware. By the time we got back to the committee boat there were hardly any sails left out on Kaneohe Bay. Mrs. Jerry Sinclair motioned for us to go in. “Damn, they’ve called it, and just when we got the boat together,” muttered Case. We had a merry ride downwind with 35-knot gusts, skirting the little coral reefs that guard the entry to the Kaneohe YC harbor. We knew we could have raced out there, despite the rain, despite the whitecaps. Cal-20’s don’t tip. There is a story, in fact, that when the boat was first promoted in the Islands the manufacturer said, "If you can tip it over, you can have it free.” And it couldn’t be done. I don’t feel like taking Cal-20 across the wild Molokai Channel to Molokai or Maui, but lots of folks have done so over the past years. There were years, in fact, when an entire fleet would take part in the Lahaina races, racing to Maui, off Maui, and back from Maui. One captain known for his tall yarns assures any listener that his boat did 19 knots running before the wind. Kaneohe YC boasts a fleet of some 40 Cal-20’s, of which at least 25 will participate in a race this year. There are ten official races for points at different locations along Oahu’s coast, including several “Around the Island” races. Waikiki YC has about 25 Cal-20’s, with some eight in active competition. LasJ year at the State’s Finals there were ten boats competing. Steve Thomas took second in five out of six races, and skipped the last race. The unbeatable Lim Brothers, however, won the first five races, and sat in the club drinking cham¬ pagne and eating Korean delicacies during the last go-round. Glenn Clark placed third. Veteran Frank Lippman with his wife and daughter crew is always another man to watch, and perhaps if Ken Morrison would stay home in Honolulu more often he would make a greater impact on the Cal-20 competition. It is said by some that Ken owns the only $25,000 Cal-20 in the world, though' most of its statepage 173

of-the-art rigging is covered entirely by his boat cover for most of the year. There is a racing fleet of Cal-20’s at Pearl Harbor as well, this year, so a good season is anticipated. Persons interested in crewing for Cal-20 skippers while in Honolulu should contact me through the Waikiki YC.

P 1 lanning to come to Honolulu for the Pan American World Air¬ ways Clipper Cup? In the market to buy a boat? Why not combine the two projects. Frankly, this is a buyer’s market. It seems that peo¬ ple often get their dreams and dollars afloat in California, drift down here on the prevailing winds, and lose interest, wife, rigging or something, and decide to sell. Just as it is not easy to turn that yacht around and point it back to San Francisco, hard on the wind, it is also not easy to turn it around here financially. Boat buyers here have a wide choice, and most brokers are situated in the marinas at Ala Wai and Keehi Lagoon, right in Honolulu. A bus from the airport ($.50) will get you to Boat City in 40 minutes, if you have no luggage. While the airline is still flying, Pacific East Air does round trips for about $269. Why not finance a shopping trip? If you find a good enough deal you may not even need that last leg of your round trip airfare. Two of the hottest racing boats at the Waikiki YC are for sale be¬ cause their owners have contracted for new boats for the 1984 Pan American Clipper Cup. Carrie Ann V is marked down to $69,000 because its nine owners are anxiously awaiting the arrival of their new Bruce Farr 40 from New Zealand. Libalia Too is priced at $125,000, says Art Kamisuge. Despite a broken boom, the boat fin¬ ished fourth overall in the 1983 TransPac; second in Class D. Art tells us that his new boat, Libalia Flash, is a “fully optimized Choate 48 with new lines”, designed for Clipper Cup and TransPac, with “doghouse, open transom, lowered shear, and variable hull thickness”. The boat is being built by Dennis Choate of DENCHO Marine in Long Beach. “Doug Peterson is drawing the lines right now, making the boat rate in,” says Art.

V_y liff Cokers beautiful blue and white Primavera has been grac¬ ing our shore since October. The family, crew and guests — a total of 12 — took the boat on an inter-island Hawaiian cruise in December. Even bigger doings, however, are planned for May when the Swan 57 will cast off for Tahiti. The Cokers are from Fresno and had the boat berthed at Newport Beach recently, although the hailing port reads ‘Seattle’. The boat was previously owned by Jorge Dipp, a Mexican architect and TransPac’er who died about a year ago when his Lear jet slammed into a mountain. Nobody said that some boats don’t get around. The Texaco fuel dock doesn’t have a swap meet anymore, and seems like folks have kind of holed up here for the winter. Not many

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Racing Series to qualify and ended up an impressive third in the Congressional Cup. The Congressional Cup is an event that Long Beach YC puts on with a great deal of pomp, ceremony and hospitality. Each of the ten competing teams are assigned a host family to look after them during the race-and-party filled week. Such niceties as chilled champagne delivered via Whaler after a long day of racing are commonplace. This year the yacht club has borrowed Angelita. the newly-

wenty-five clubs were considered for an invitation. The twelve that got them are: Annapolis, Chicago, Eastern, Larchmont, Long Beach, Newport Harbor, New York, San Diego, Seawanhaka Corin¬ thian, St. Francis, St. Petersburg, and Southern. At press time, only two clubs, St. Petersburg and Annapolis, had officially agreed to show up. Race organizers hope to stage the event on a biennial basis, but the selection criteria for subsequent Challenge Cup regattas will be slight¬ ly different. An independent panel will be appointed to evaluate resumes submitted by interested yacht clubs. The resumes should outline the accomplishments of club members in world-class com¬ petition and the club’s overall contribution to yachting during the previous two-year period. In keeping with their intent to attract dubs that have many talented sailors, rather than those with token hotshots, the panel will pay more attention to the breadth of a club’s participation in major regat¬ tas than any solo performance. Along these lines, there’s a peculiar twist to the rules for the in¬ augural Challenge Cup. No sailor who has skippered a winning boat in the America’s Cup, Olympics, Congressional Cup, or in a world championship for an Olympic class may steer for his team. “The Bill Fickers and the Dennis Conners are out as far as steering,” Riley said. “We’re trying to get away from yacht clubs with a couple of big superstars. We’re really going for depth.”

he Long Beach YC’s premier match race series, the Congres¬ sional Cup, is coming up on March 15-18. Now in its 20th year, this event is perhaps the second most important one-on-one racing challenge after the America’s Cup. Ten teams of skipper and crew compete in Catalina 38’s for the best overall score out of nine races, with everyone facing each other once. Eight of'the skippers are in¬ vited based on past performances. The remaining two come from preliminary match race series. Among those asked to compete this year are the likes of Tom Blackaller, Dick Deaver, Chris Law, Dave Ferry and other world class sailors, many with 12 Meter helming ex¬ perience. Richmond YC’s talented John Kostecki is also an invitee for the upcoming match. Last year he won the Pacific Coast Match page I 77

(From left) John Griffith, Bill Ficker, and Bill Palmer, announce the Challenge

refurbished 8-Meter that won a gold medal in the 1932 Olympics, to be on show during the regatta and lead the parade back to the dock after the final race.

here is also more to the event, which has been won in the past by such luminaries as Ted Turner, Dennis Conner and Bill Ficker, than just sailing. While the young upstarts such as Kostecki and New Zealand’s Chris Dickson were formidable out on the water, they were hard-pressed when called upon to address the throng packing the club’s dining room. Elocutionary merit went in those instances to the silver-tongued competitors, particularly the Royal Cork YC’s Harold Cudmore and former America’s Cup challenger and current ABC Sports Olympic commentator Russell Long. Qualifying from this year’s preliminary match race series, now call¬ ed the Bill Ficker Match Race series, was Jack Gobbell, a Catalina 38 sailor from Huntington Harbor YC. He won the series, held in January, with a 5-0 score. He was aided by former Bay Area sailor and J-24 whiz Bill Menninger calling tactics. Gobbell topped some talented match racers to earn a spot •in the Congressional Cup line¬ up, including Doug Rastello and Peter Isler. There are reports that both Dennis Conner and Australia’s John Bertrand, the skippers in last year’s dramatic America’s Cup races, were both invited. However Bertrand has given up sailing for the year and Conner “had something to do with Reagan”. Talk about silver-tongued competitors! — susie klein Susie Klein is a former Bay Area sailor now located in Venice, California, where she crews actively on a variety of racing boats. As a skipper she won the 1978 Women’s North Ameircan Inter-Collegiate Championship. She maintains strong ties with the Bay Area, and has on occasion put in a guest appearance on her Dad’s Two Tonner, Bob Klein’s Leading Lady.

THE RACING

MEXORC In years past, the Mexican Ocean Racing Circuit (MEXORC) was a very informal af¬ fair. Timed to follow the San Diego YC’s race to Manzanillo in even years and the Del Rey YC’s race to Puerto Vallarta in odd years, the Circuit consists of four closed course and three medium distance races in predominantly light air and smooth water. Hopping from one opulent resort to another along the Mexican Riviera (this year’s Circuit called at Las Hadas, Tenacatita and Careyes), this is “cafe racing” at its finest. What is cafe racing? It’s when you leave the anchorage in front of the hotel at 12:30, start at 1:00, and have the boat put away by 4:30. The wind is between five and ten knots, the air is 80 degrees, and you can charge everything to the owner’s room num¬ ber!

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John Arens, owner of "Tomahawk”, enjoys a post¬ race coconut cocktail at Las Hadas.

But this year’s Circuit included a new ele¬ ment — stiff competition! Monte Livingston, a MEXORC regular who has been accus¬ tomed in the past to finishing first in both class and fleet, says he made a terrible mistake inviting John Arens to come down and race this year. Dennis Conner also add¬ ed his new Nelson/Marek 40 Reliance to the entry list. The floodgates were open and a horde of sailmakers and other semi¬ professionals from up and down the West Coast joined in the migration south. Except for one distance race that turned into a long beat with 30 knot winds, condi¬ tions were almost exactly as advertised. In Class A, Livingston’s Peterson 55 Check¬ mate (ex-Bullfrog) was usually first across, but unable to put enough distance in front of Arens’ Frers 51 Tomahawk (ex-Margaret Rintoul) for a corrected time win. The much smaller Travieso, Ron Kimtz’s Nelson/Marek 44, usually corrected out third, and Sy Kleinman’s Frers 58 Swiftsure, the only Bay Area entry (and only boat’in the Series with teak decks) was fourth. The racing in Class B was incredibly tight, with only a foot of rating separating the top and bottom boats. E.R.H. MacDowell’s Peterson 43 Illusion came out first, barely edging out the very well sailed Mexican yacht Saeta, a Nelson/Maarek 41 owned by Puerto Vallarta’s Rogelio Partida. Conner, who claimed to be racing with an all-Mexican crew, dominated Class C and took first overall. Diet Hein, another Mex¬ ican boat, was a distant second, and Carl Eichenlaub’s Cadenza was way back in sixth place. Some of the strongest advocates of MEXORC believe that it will become the SORC of the West Coast, much as Clipper Cup seems to have become the Admiral’s Cup of the Pacific. Others like to compare it to Antigua Race Week. Neither comparison will ever have much validity. This is IOR racing in Mexico — and there’s nothing else like it anywhere. — paul kamen

The results, by class, are as follows (with fleet standings in parenthesis): Class A — 1) Tomahawk (2); 2) Checkmate (3); 3) Travieso (10);'4) Swiftsure (12); 5) Di¬ mensions (16); 6) Kathmandu (19); and 7) Epic (20). Class B — 1) Illusion (5); 2) Saeta (6); 3) Eclipse (7); 4) Spectrum (8); 5) Alarife (9); 6) lemmaja (15); 7) Sirius (17); and 8) Timberwolf (23). Class C — 1) Reliance (1); 2) Diet Hein (4); 3) Rampage (11); 4) Terral III (13); 5) Shinkansan (14); 6) Cadenza (18); 8) Conquest (23); and 8) Nalu (23).

OLYMPICS Menlo Park’s-Ghris Gould hasn’t been one of the sailors picked as a favorite for an Olympic berth, but it would be foolish to overlook him. At 67” tall and over 200 pounds, it’s difficult to do anyway. Chris was discovered” as a Star boat crew over a page 178

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times as much as a Finn, his weight is less detrimental in the light going and a big plus in the heavy stuff. If the winds off Long Beach fill in for the May Olympic trials, this pair could be a fast combination. Their next step on the road to that goal are the March 2-10 Western Hemisphere Spring Cham¬ pionships in the Bahamas. Closer to home, the Finn class ran their western regional qualifying regatta at Rich¬ mond YC on February 18-19. Sausalito’s John Bertrand, recently back from a month of training in Australia, topped the 14-boat field. John had already qualified for the April 28-May 11 Olympic trials, but it looks like locals Russ Silvestri, Craig Healy and Louie Nady will also get to go. According to Finn Class president Rick Prince of Sausalito, gaining a berth at the trials appears fairly wide open. If anyone out there wants to try their hand at it, your next opportunity to qualify will be the Finn North Americans in Gulfport, Louisiana, on March 17-19 and ) the Nationals in New Orleans on March 21-24. Go for it. Above, “Checkmate” chases “Swiftsure”. Right, I. to r., Paul Cayard, Ken Keefe, Chris Gould and Mark Reynolds._

decade ago when New York sailmaker Steve Harstick wooed him onto his boat for the 1970 Bacardi Cup. This 53-year old event is one of the most competitive for the two-man Olympic class. Harstick and Gould came in second that year. “I’ve always been good when the situation called for more brawn than brains,” Chris jokes. Fourteen years later, Chris, who works in the equipment leasing business, was back at Miami for the Bacardi Cup. Again he was with a sailmaker, San Diego’s Mark Rey¬ nolds, only the results were a little better. The pair topped the international field of 70 boats. Placing second was the Bay Area duo of Paul Cayard and Ken Keefe. Chris has flirted with Olympic sailing for a number of years. He campaigned a singlehanded Finn in the mid-1970’s, but his bulk precluded good performances in light airs. In a Star, which weighs 1,500 pounds, five

THE RAGING

MIDWINTER METROPOLITAN YACHT CLUB 10 R: 1 Scoop 2 Leading Edge PHRF1: 1 Bodacious 2 Navstar 3 JC ’n Me

Wylie 34 Wylie 34

Ken Shaft Joe Starritt

METROPOLITAN YC — CONT’D

Alameda Corte Madera

, Sonoma 30 Olson 30 J 29

Bill Semanek Jennifer Dunbar Paul Covec

Sunnyvale Mt. View Paio Alto

PHRF 2: 1 Bella Donna 2 Beth 3 Bistromathics

Olsen 8.3 Express 27 Ross 780

Dan Woolery Mik Beattie John Valentine

Danville Corte Madera Alameda

PHRF 3: 1 Magic Jammies 2 ZOT 3 Snafu U

Wavelength 24 Charles Witcher Choate 27 Bob Hrubes Moore 24 . Mark Berryman

Islander 30

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Larry Telford Ed Perkins

Kensington Larkspur

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C. Hessenbruch Alan Sebastian!

San Rafael Burlingame

J/24

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Dinny Waters Steve Bossi Keith Milne

Sausalito S.F. Oakland

Merit 25

1 Tattoo 2 Twilight Zone

Stottze/Quartarone Redwood City Berkeley Paul Kamen

Moore 24

1 Adios 2 Lunaseya 3 Spindrift

David Hodges John Schrum Roger Paine

Santa Cruz Martinez Lafayette

Newport 30

1 Yeofy 2 rtot Chocolate 3 Top Gallant

Eiief Redstone Donald Oliver Frank Hinman

S.F. San Ramon S.F.

1 Saint Anne 2 Carina 3 Navstar

Dick Heckman Tim Lane Jennifer Dunbar

Castro Valley Milt Valley Mt. View

Ranger 23

1 Twisted 2 Nightwind 3 Shangai Lit

Don Weineke Richard Sloan Joseph Boone

S.F. Mill Valley S.F.

Ranger 26

1 Crossbow 2 Naval Orange

Gary Schoenrock Oisen & Miller

Orinda El Cerrito

Santana 22

1 Keelkicker v 2 Buffalo Honey 3 Hot Ruddered Bum

Bruce MacPhee Lou Fields W & E Fieberling

Mill Valley Alameda Santa Cruz

Santana 35

1 2 3 3

Steve Sundeen Sam Bonovich Robert Bloom Orison Gooch

Campbell Alameda Mill Valley Oakland

Santa Cruz 27

1 Bloody Mary 2 Variety Show 3 Dynaflow

Franz Klitza Robert.Schuyler Mark Dinf

Vallejo Los Gatos Aptos

Carmichael Berkeley Burlingame

PHRF S: 1 Temptation Cal 2-27 2 Freyja Catalina 27 3 Madman Across Water Santana 20

Roliye Wiskerson Larry Nelson Mike Whalep

Vallejo Concord Alameda

DIVISION A: 1 Bella Donna 2 Sparky 3 Bistromathics 3 Ishtar 3 Peppermint

Olsen 8.3 Custom 30 Ross 780 Aphrodite 101 Santana 30-30

Dan Wooiery William McCiuen John Valentine Bill Wright George Vasick

Danville Piedmont Alameda S.F. San Jose

DIVISION B: t ZOT 2 Tom Cat 3 Goldrush

Choate 27 Islander 36 Martin 242

Berkeley Burlingame Vallejo

DIVISION C: 1 Magic Jammies 2 Hurrah 3 Twilight Zone

Bob Hrubes Alan Sebastian! Pat Regan \

Wavelength 24 Nick Rau Yankee 30 John Wright Merit 25 Paul Kamen

Citrus Hgts. Woodland Berkeley

DIVISION D: 1 Latin Lass 2 Honcho II 3 Anahita II

Catalina 27 Santana 27 Ericson 27

Bill Chapman P & S Rosenthal G. Miller et ai

Alamo San Jose Pt, Richmond

DIVISION E: 1 Jubilee 3 Pax Viator

Ariel Cat 24

Don Morrison Dave Paxton

Crockett Monte Sereno

John Liebenberg Terry Alsberg Bill Patry

Livermore Santa Cruz Tiburon

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GOLDEN GATE YACHT CLUB IOR A:

RACES FUTURE For all you IOR racers, don’t miss the March 3-4 Big Daddy Regatta at the Rich¬ mond YC. This will be the first big boat gathering in what promises to be a full sea¬ son up and down the West Coast and out to

1 Chirno 2 Smokin’ J 3 Ghost *

Hawaii. You can call chairman Gary Clifford at (415) 233-9837. The Newport Harbor YC will host a March 9 fiesta to commemorate their race last year on the same date to Cabo San Lucas. It will also be a warm-up for next year’s race. “Actually it’s just an excuse for a party,” says NHYC race manager Kevin Riley. You can reach him at (714)

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673-7730. Young Bullshippers will want to attend the Metropolitan YC’s March 11 Junior El Toro regatta. There will be two divisions, one for kids ages'9 to 12 and the other for teenagers from 12 to 16. Ron Hatt at (415) 832-6757 can give you further details. Cal 20 sailors are nothing if not persis¬ tent. Washed out of their “Champion of page 180

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WINNERS GOLDEN GATE YC - CONT’D PHRF 1: 1 Temptress 2 Ambush 3 Prime Time

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SF Wavelength 24 Charles Witcher Choate 27 Bob Hrubes Moore 24 Clifford McGuire

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PHRF 1: 1 Annabelle Lee 2 Ravage ;S 4 Deliance

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Wylie 33

Keith MacBeth

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Ray Nelson Bernard Schaaf Cal 2-27

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Champions” race last October due to lack of wind, they have regrouped for a March 17th attempt to complete this unique event. Over 20 past season champions from two decades of one design racing will compete. To find out more, call Jerry Leth at (408) 374-7970 days or (415) 435-4874 evenings. What’s “tag team racing”? We don’t know either, but if you show up at the Ramp

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Jerry Leth

Margo 2 Zephyr

G. Adams Bruce Nesbit

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Burlingame

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Santa Rosa S.F.

Yamaha 24 Cal 29

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Boat Works in San Francisco’s China Basin on March 18th, you’ll find out. The craft us¬ ed for this event will be the Millimeter miniature 12 meters. Three man or women teams will compete for prizes, and you can take one of these little yachts for a sail in bet¬ ween races. Call Jim Taylor at (415) 485-1783 to get all the details. One of the spring’s more popular events is

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the Berkeley YC’s Wheeler Regatta on March 24-25. Two races on Saturday are followed by a longer Sunday heat for PHRF and one design Soling classes. Call Bobbi Tossi at (415) 939-9885 for details. The Sea Scouts start their 1984 season on March 25th off Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco. Racing extends through October. Call Jeff Galvin at (415) 387-2807 to find

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out more. Don’t forget the Camelia Cup at Folsom Lake on March 31 and April 1. This is one of the most popular lake regattas in California,often drawing over 300 entries, with every¬ thing from Lasers to Olson 30’s. A great way to work on an early tan. Write to Claudette Gangler at 67 Sandburg Drive, Sacramento 95819. For those of you who like two pointy ends rather than just one, be sure to make the April 7 Colin Archer Race at the Encinal YC. This is low-pressure racing at its best, with no spinnakers or headsails over 150%, and lots of reaching and running. For entry forms and information, contact Rick Oliveira at (415) 521-9846 or write to the Encinal YC, P.O. Box 2401, Alameda 94501. Things will be heating up at Lake Tahoe this summer with the June 10 Southern Crossing, a 27-miler crisscrossing the southern half of Lake Tahoe. That will be followed by Sail Week from June 30 to Ju¬ ly 8, with all kinds of one design an$l PFfRF racing. The capper is the Tahoe 50 on August 11, around the lake 50 miler. Jim Mitchell at (916) 541-0176 or Mike Franceschini at (916) 544-4224 can give you full details.

RACE NOTES Stan Reisch, recently installed as commo¬ dore of the San Mateo YC, is working hard to create a Bay Area 12 meter campaign. He now has the approval from SMYC to issue a formal challenge to the Royal Perth YC in Australia. The entry deadline for sending the $12,000 Australian (about $10,800 U.S.) to RPYC was extended from January 31st to April 30th. Reisch figures the Golden Gate Syndicate, which is the name of the local ef¬ fort, needs $25,000 seed money to cover this and other expenses. Within the first six months they’ll need $2 million. The total tab should come to about $8.5 million by the time of the next America’s Cup in 1987.

Colin Archer action.

How to finance that amount? Stan, whose business is advertising, is working on it. For one, it’s going to take a lot of individual con¬ tributions. The Golden Gate Syndicate is set up to receive donations through the San Francisco Bay Sailing Association, a non¬ profit, tax-exempt organization. In the future there will be brochures, videos and special fundraisers to get the money rolling in. The prospect of 12 meters sailing around the Bay during the next couple of years is an exciting one and we’ll be keeping track of develop¬ ments. U.C. Berkeley and Long Beach State shared honors at the Berkeley intercollegiate regatta on February 4 and 5. Twenty-seven boats from 12 West Coast colleges showed up for the event, one of eight in this year’s collegiate circuit. Got a hot group of sailors at your yacht club? See Susie Klein’s article report from Southern California elsewhere in this issue about the new U.S. Yacht Club Challenge sponsored by the Newport Harbor YC. For all you Merit 25 owners — mark April 14th on your calendar. Fleet captain Chris Kafitz has organized a tuning session and party on that date. She can be reached at (415) 524-9655. Local 10R sailors have decided not to abide by the International Yacht Racing Union (IYRU) ruling last fall on limiting the number of crew that can be aboard while rac¬ ing. They also decided not to limit the use of

Kevlar sails, another IYRU mandate. Both of these policies have received a lot of flak from sajlors and may not survive very long. The St. Francis YC is already making pre¬ parations for their Big Boat Series, to be held from September 30 to October 7 this year. Race manager Matt Jones says they are looking over the list of boats they’d like to in¬ vite for the fall classic. In addition to the maxis such as Kialoa, Windward Passage and Sorcery, several yachts from the Pacific Rim, i.e. Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand and Australia, are expected. Jones adds that the smaller class may be limited to boats rating 30.5 and above, instead of the 30.0 break that has prevailed in the recent past. What all this means is that there may be fewer local boats able to qualify for this Grand Prix event. Jones says you can ap¬ peal to the St. Francis in order to receive an invitation. Included should be items like your rating, improvements that have been com¬ pleted on the boat, recent race results and plans you have for competing this year. Send them to Matt Jones, St. Francis YC, Foot of Scott Street, San Francisco 94123. And from the Caribbean comes word that the 12 meter Courageous II (ex-Courageous) will spend the next two winters in Grenada training for the 1987 America’s Cup races. Now owned by Dr. Leonard Greene of New York, the two time America’s Cup'winner will be fitted with a new keel. The waters off Grenada were chosen because they reportedly closely re¬ semble the sea conditions that the racers will find off Australia’s western coast at Perth. page 182

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With reports this month from a disappointed cruiser in La Paz, the Department of Fisheries in Mexico, Manana Express in Washington, D.C., Orient Star in Suua, Flying Gull in Moorea, Leprechaun in San Diego, Fantasia Opus II in Cabo San Lucas, Content in Cabo San Lucas, Seafarer in Mexico, Enchantress in Cabo San Lucas, and a special report on cruising Turkey by Dwayne and Betty Ann Gordon.

Bummed Out Cruising Unsigned — Boat unknown La Paz As Joan Valentine pointed out in her letter to Latitude 38 [Volume 79, Letters], there are subjects of great consequences to boaters “though you would never know it by reading Latitude 38 . . .” Your response even dared to mention such a subject, The Cruising Blues, the excellent article that appeared in Esquire several years ago. How you can claim an interest “in reading about the subject in Latitude 38” is beyond me. After all, you were surrounded by the cruising blues in La Paz and missed the whole thing. If you dug (just a bit) deeper, you couldn’t have missed the boredom, the frustration, the unrealized expectations, and the disappointment folks experience cruis¬ ing. The cruising blues are just as much a part of the scene as the beautiful anchorages and cheap food you love to promote.

After your three-day whirlwind visits to paradise you whisk yourself uphill by jet-liner and from marvelous Marin report how groovy cruising really is. Do you write your cruising “stories” from your hot tub? Your promotional-type articles sell cruis¬ ing boats and gear. It’s good for your adver¬ tisers, and it’s good for your publishers finan¬ cial statement. When some poor sucker later catches the “cruising blues”, Latitude 38 helps out by selling plenty of brokerage ads and Classy Classifieds. There is no problem “finding somebody wise enough to write about it (the cruising blues)” as your editor points out! The only problem is finding an editor with the courage to print an article the advertisers might find distasteful. — unsigned and waiting for a reply It might be hard to believe, but some cruisers do get the blues.

Unsigned — If you — or anybody else — can write a coherent article about how bor¬ ing, frustrating and disappointing cruising is, we’d gladly publish it. We wouldn’t even ask you to haue the courage to sign your own name. The charge that we only publish stories that are in support of the sailing business is ridiculous. We write about people who die at sea, we ptiblish stories of people who take 70 days to sail to Hawaii, of people who take 60 days and two rudders to sail back, of peo¬ ple who run out of food and water, of people who lose their spouses overboard. We warn people who sign up for the Crew Lists that they will get scared, cold, miserable and run the risk of being killed. Over the years we’ve made reference to the inordinate amount of people who start building boats but never finish them, of people who spend years preparing to go cruising and who freak out on the way to San Diego and sell their boats. We write about crew problems, about mar¬ riages breaking up, about how we always want to sell our bdat the first night into a multi-day sail. The inescapable conclusion, sir, is that if you think we gloss over sailing problems, then you are full of shit. Nobody ever suggested that cruising was for everyone, in fact just the opposite has been true. If you’d rather be back home planting a garden, developing a career, or going to ball games, God love you, nobody’s going to think less of you or try and stop you. So write your article, stop whining and get on with making the most of your life. As they say at Alcoholics Anonymous, PACE

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(Positive Attitude Changes Everything)! As for our own personal lives, we can sin¬ cerely say that it is only with the deepest regrets that we leave our boat and board those northbound jets.

The Fishing Permit Fiasco Mexico Sometimes news out of Mexico, even offi¬ cial news, travels very slowly. Thus it wasn’t until the middle of February that we received reports that the Mexican government drastically — we mean really drastically — increased the cost of their fishing permits. (As of late February many cruisers in Mexico still weren’t aware of the change). As an illustration of how incredibly the cost of the boat fishing permits had been raised, the officials in the San Diego to Man¬ zanillo Race threw out the requirement for liferafts! Most liferafts are equipped with fish hooks, and therefore under Mexican law a boat carrying one must have a fishing permit. As of January 2, 1984, a permit for a United States boat with fishing equipment in Mexican waters — commercial or recreation¬ al — jumped to $62 a gross ton. That means the fishing permit for our 24,000-lb boat would run about $744 for 1984. That same permit cost about $14 in 1983. Besides the permit for the boat, each crewmembfer on the boat must have a fishing license. These run $10.40 a month or $14 a year. The increases created a furor in Southern California where many commercial and pleasure boats regularly fish Mexican waters. Some commercial operators said it was the end of fishing in Mexico as far as they were concerned. Reportedly very few boats are page 187

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currently fishing south of the border. In a telephone conversation with Leonard Ash of the San Diego Log, we were told that a group from the Sports Fishing Association of Southern California flew down to Mexico City to meet with the Secretary of Fisheries. The group returned from the states “optimis¬ tic”, but without any firm commitments of a reduction in the permits. A few weeks later a change was an¬ nounced; fishing permits would remain $62 a gross ton of boat — but they could be pur¬ chased on a monthly pro rata basis. This change makes it feasible for some fishermen with smaller boats to work Mexi¬ can waters just a month or two a year to get permits. However it does little to help the plight of cruising sailors, most of whom head into Mexican waters for the season on heavy cruising boats. It will also be interesting to see what effect it has on the fleet of huge U.S. sportfishing boats that winter in Cabo San Lucas. It’s an unfortunate law, because we sus¬ pect that many American cruisers will simply ignore it — much like the regulation against possession of lobsters is ignored. The temptation is so strong, the prices of permits so high, and the possibility of apprehension seemingly so remote, we’re afraid there will be little compliance. This is not good. How will cruisers in reality react to the new law (once they find out about it)? Will the Mexican government enforce the regula¬ tions? Stay tuned, we’ll let you know as soon as we find out. / — latitude 38

Manana Express — Valiant 40 Don Gobert and Susan Selman Washington, D.C. (San Francisco) Whatever happened to Manana Express? In a recent telephone conversation from the East Coast, Susan Selman reports she and Don are now living on the boat in a marina that’s in the shadow of the Washington Monument. And there’s snow on the ground. Both she and Don have jobs and have put off plans to sail to Europe for the time being. Manana Express, some readers may rei member, was thought to be missing off the coast of Mexico last year, and at one point hope had almost been given up. But it was all a mistake. Susan recalls that with what looked like a Cabo-type storm about to hit Puerto Vallarta, they changed course and sailed directly to Acapulco. Somehow word of their change in plans was never passed along. The situation began to look even more grim when a well-intentioned yachtie in Puerto Vallarta reported seeing some strange people on a Valiant 40 in P.V. that he thought might be Manana Express. It was * all just a case of lack of communication. After Acapulco, Manana Express had a fairly easy time by taking a Tehuantepecer close to shore. But they later got nailed by a Papagayo trying to skirt the coast of the troubled Central American countries. Don counted 4,800 waves in one day. During this part of the passage they were in company with a family of five on a Cal 29! The couple — with three teenage children — was reportedly trying to see if the trip couldn’t help hold their marriage together. In Costa Rica they sailed together with Jazz, a

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Freya 39 from San Francisco. Eventually Manana Express sailed on to the island of Contadora off Panama. During their stay they thought there were an awful lot of patrol boats around, but they attributed that to the men wanting to oogle the topless women on a nearby French boat. Only later did they learn the famous Contadora group had been meeting there at the time and the extra boats were for security. After going through the Canal, Don and Susan sailed from Colon to the Yucatan in company with Stephen Royce’s schooner, Coaster, from Santa Cruz. It was at Isla Mujeres, across from Cancun, that they found their favorite spot of the trip. While Cancun was a boring, dirty disappointment, nearby Isla Mujeres was clean, not overrun by tour¬ ists, and cheap too. The best meal in town was $3.50 with beer. From Mujeres they raced another Santa Cruz boat, the 50-ft ketch Vellela, to the Dry Tortugas. Manana Express won the race by making their nor¬ thing first, but Don and Susan found little of interest to cruising sailors in the Tortugas. From there it was to Clearwater, Florida, to visit family for a month, to the party town of Key West for a while, then up the Water¬ way to Chesapeake and their current home in the nation’s capitol. — latitude 38

Orient Star — Cheoy Lee 50 Ernie and Pauline Copp Suva, Viti Levu, Fiji (Long Beach) Things have gotten much better as we have cruised west. The'Cook Islanders, the Tongans and the Fijians are so friendly that we have nearly forgotten how rude and re¬ sentful the people in Papeete were. We have had our usual mixture of conditions on our crossings. Some good, some bad. It is im¬ possible to describe how good the good ones are or how miserable the bad ones are, so I won’t try. But after cruisers get to know each other well enough to drop their “Pollyanna

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Pretensions”, we all agree that we like the good weather and harbors best. We spent a wonderful day touring Tahaa with a German named Walter and his native wife, including a visit,to her family’s vanilla plantation. On Raiatea we were given a piece of pink coral about 3V2-inches high that looks like a bonsai tree. Mounted in a small monkey pod bowl, it is beautiful. We tied to a dock there overnight for the first time since San Diego. On Huahine there is & Bali Hai Hotel at the anchorage that has a topless beach. I grabbed the binoculars and started counting, but soon saw that most of them were as old as I am and not built much better. Some dreams should never come true. We moved on to Bora Bora and had some of the best snorkeling of the trip. Bora Bora has been much publicized for its beauty, mostly I think because there are many hotels there. It is a pretty island but not as much so as some of the others. Our next stop was Rarotonga, Cook Is¬ lands. The people were so friendly that all the boaters just loved the town, even though it has the smallest, messiest harbor since Atuona. They have very interesting coins there and in Tonga, with gods, birds, boats, fruits, birth control messages, etc. on them. Our next passage was to Tonga, which is far and away the best cruising ground we’ve seen yet. There are about 48 anchorages on a group of islands in about a 12-mile area, all connected by deep fiords. The people are friendly, speak English and work very hard

to make a living. We bought beautiful basketware and tapa cloth. Some of the little val¬ ley^ have the richest-looking soil I’ve ever seen, so fruits and vegetables are very cheap here. If someone doesn’t give you a stalk of bananas, you can buy them at market for $1. It should be repeated that when a native gives you something, you must give him more in return than he gave you. Some of the more enterprising natives organize beach feasts where you eat native foods native-style for about $5. Bill, of Rain Eagle, was scuba diving at 80 feet and brought up a 16-inch tridachna clam. He gave me the shell, and I wanted to take a picture of him eating the chowder with the shell in the foreground so I could title it “Man Eating Clam”, but he got through a pass to anchor that I could not get through that night. Our crossing to Fiji was fast and rough. As usual, the night watches are the hardest for me. No matter how strong I am in the day¬ time, my eyelids get too heavy to hold up at night, especially the first two or three days while Pauline is getting her sea legs. We had some very rough, steep, deep seas just before we entered the Kora Sea through the Lau Chain of reefs. Now I know what they mean when they say, “Man, it’s a real jumble out there.” We’re now in Fiji waiting for time to leave for New Zealand. So far the only places I’ve been that I want to return to are the Cooks, Tonga and Fiji. Now I’m going to say something that may¬ be I shouldn’t since it will probably give more

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knowledge of the French Polynesia area. The book would be a welcome addition to charts of the area and can be purchased at several of the marine stores on the West Coast. If you cannot find it in a store, you can write: Fred Boehme, 1290-D Maunakea St. #259, Honolulu, Hawaii 96817. — john and debby dye

Fred Boehme’s new guide is a big help cruising the islands of French Polynesia.

people the idea to do it than it will inspire to stop, but here goes. I find it very distasteful to listen to people cruising out here in $75 to $100,000 boats, bragging about sneaking in and out of marinas to avoid paying, advising new cruisers to extend their funds by stealing toilet paper and paper towels from hotels and yacht clubs, and then brag about how much free food they can cadge from the poor but generous natives. They are not, thankfully, in the majority, but since even one would be too many, let me say that I have met far too many of this type. — ernie copp Editor’s note: This letter was written in late October, 1983.

Flying Gull — 29-ft sloop John and Debby Dye Cook’s Bay, Moorea I am fortunate enough to be sitting on my 29-ft sailboat in the Society Islands at the present time and even more fortunate to have just received Fred Boehme’s newly published, and much needed book, A Cruis¬ ing Guide to French Polynesia. 1 met Fred, KH6UY, on the ham radio while I was still in Cabo San Lucas. Telling him that I was headed for the French Polynesia area, Fred hand-drew some of the sketches of some of the Marquisas Islands from his soon-to-be page 189

published book and had them waiting for me when we arrived at Nuka Hiva. We used them throughout the Marquisas and found them a big help. I only wish that I had gotten the book before we left the States, because I have found the “getting ready” information would have been invaluable. We passed through the Marquisas and Tuamotus during the months of June through October 1983, and have been in the Tahiti-Moorea area ever since. Now that I have the complete book, I have found that most of the information Fred presents is still accurate. The sketches are very helpful for finding the best spot to drop your hook and giving the depth and type of holding ground; He draws out small maps of the vil¬ lages to help you locate such important places as the cold beer and ice cream stores as well as the Gendarmerie, post office and bakery. Anchoring on the quay or beach area in Papeete can be tricky if no previous knowledge has been received. Fred has sketches and goes into detail on this pro¬ cedure. He even includes words in the Tahi¬ tian language which would be helpful in communicating with the locals. I found the chapter on weather an educa¬ tion within itself. Fred discusses the impor¬ tance of copying weather and gives broad¬ cast times and frequences. He even gives an example broadcast from NMO, explains an easy way to copy down what is said, and shows how to chart and interpret that infor¬ mation. I am impressed with Fred’s first-hand

John and Debby — Folks wanting to buy the Guide should know that it costs $24.95 — at least according to the ads that have been running for it in our business Classy Classifieds. We noticed you used the ‘Marquisas’ spel¬ ling for what’s frequently spelled the Mar¬ quesas. For those who haven’t the pleasure of reading the history of these islands, the Marquisas are named after the title Marquis, by discoverer Alvaro de Mendana, who had set out from Peru, of all places. While on the topic of islands getting their names, for years we’d been under the impression the Society Islands were so-called because the natives had all been so friendly and ‘social’. No way, the Societies were named after England’s Royal Society, which backed and benefitted from much of the exploration, primarily by Captain Cook, in the area.

Leprechaun — Pearson 30 Art and Carol Hood San Diegd (Isleton) Thanks for your many tips for boats head¬ ing south. I found the piece on the Port of Ventura, Changes in Latitudes [Volume 77, November 1983] very helpful. Ventura Island West was still giving the first three days berthing free (as of the first week of Febru¬ ary) and their facilities are excellent. The Mexican Consulate has moved to 1333 Front Street, San Diego. They are in Suite 200 and are very efficient and courteous. We were in and out in half an hour. The Department of Fisheries for Mexico is

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hanging tough on their new license fees. They wanted over $300 to grant a boat li¬ cense for our Pearson 30 and made a point that I must not even have fishing gear on¬ board without the proper licenses. We decid¬ ed that we could buy a lot of fish for that kind of money and will drop our fishing gear off with a friend here in San Diego. — art and carol

Fantasia Opus II — Scampi 30 Doug and Dolores Shottun Cabo San Lucas (San Francisco) We’re in Cabo, safe and sound and busy. Our trip down the coast was not the adver¬ tised joy ride, spinnaker run with prevailing northwest winds. We had days of calm and just sat it out. We don’t have the diesel capacity to motor for endless days, and we can’t stand motoring that long anyway. Also the shaft is still slightly bent, so u)e can’t motor past three knots anyway. We had two gales — from the southeast, of course. Thank god Fantasia likes to sail in¬ to the wind. The Atoms windvane is a life saver. He steers and steers and we just check every 10-15 minutes to see that we’re still on course and that there’s no traffic. Basically we stay down below during our watches or during a storm — down below feels so safe. We stopped at Turtle Bay, Santa Maria Bay, Magdalena Bay and then at Cabo. We got fresh lobsters and saw a whale five feet from the port beam — yes, just five feet away. We had the spinnaker up and did a 90° turn to move away from it. Thank God she never breeched or we would have been soaked or flipped! Here at Cabo San Lucas we find the days just disappear on us. We’re always busy. The town is little but has a delicious bakery, grocery stores, hardware, fantastic cheap restaurants, and ice cream parlors. The bakery bread only lasts three days because it has no preservatives. So that means a trip to town at least every three days. We decided

not to buy any ice for the icebox, so any food I buy at the market has to be eaten right away, and food for the next day has to be bought the next day. So we’re always going to town. (We don’t get ice because the ice¬ box is packed full of food and used as more storage space for cruising). Then there are the days that we need to dinghy to the can¬ nery well for more water, and that takes all morning. The days just go by so fast, blit I said that. The outer harbor is really pretty. White beaches and clear water. We can see our an¬ chors. The bow anchor is in 35 feet and the stern in 14 feet of water. We have about a one mile dinghy trip into the inner harbor, where we leave the dinghy and walk to town. The outboard motor we started with, a Cruise ’n Carry, broke, and we can’t get replacements from the United States before leaving here. So we bought an Evinrude 2 hp. The difference between rowing and motoring is like between, walking and having a car. A storm kicked up last week and the outer harbor, where most of the boats were, got very uncomfortable. There was a five-foot swell, some of them breaking 100 feet be¬ hind our stern. The bow anchor line was chafing so fast-, that every two hours we had to move it. Thoughts of last year’s disaster were on everyone’s mind. We took to sea the first day and the sailing was wonderful. The windvane steered, and we relaxed until the lightning started. Then we wished we had stayed with the fleet and the taller masts! But it only lasted about an hour. The wind actually died and we got back about 7 p.m. and picked up our anchor lines that we had buoyed. It was like coming into our dock in Cabo! But, the wind came up again and started those five-foot swells again. By 2 p.m. the next day, we decided to move into the inner harbor although we knew it was very crowd¬ ed. We were too tired to take to sea again. The inner harbor is small. About the size of the channel of water that Fantasia is berthed

in at San Francisco — just our channel — not the whole marina. When we came into the inner harbor there were already 50-70 boats anchored. Some on single anchors, swinging a complete circle, some on double anchors so they wouldn’t swing, and some rafted up together. We started a new raft up and ended up with five other boats. But boy did we feel safe! No more swells. The swells' lasted another day and now we have “para¬ dise” again. But that was enough to frazzle our nerves! The cruisers are wonderful and the towns¬ people are friendly. I’m doing okay with my Spanish and rather enjoy it. The cruisers are helpful. Somebody has always got a problem and somebody else seems to know how to help. There is the Cabo Net — at 8 a.m. every morning the fleet gets on the VHF radio. Everyone checks in, we get news of the weather, arriving boats, departing boats, page 190

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quesas, Tahiti, Line Islands, Hawaii and home.

Kilroy was here. There’s a wall in the Azores a quarter mile long on which yachties mark their pass¬ ing_

items to buy, sell or trade, problems to fix,' where to find things in town, etc., etc. Five of us got together and filled the propane bot¬ tles for our stoves together, which helped to share the 20-mile one-way taxi ride. We bought our 2 hp Evinrude outboard through the Net. We put our names on the list of items needed and somebody had one they weren’t using. Also we hear voices, which is a real treat after being at sea. The fleet has gotten together on the beach for a potluck three times since we’ve been here. The day before Christmas the potluck party also included Hobie Cat 14 races. The fleet paid to rent the rental Hobie Cat 14’s all day and race them. Only about 24 cruisers paid to use them, so all had a reasonable amount of time to use them. page 191

We’re getting ready to leave here now, and we’re going to miss the cheap restau¬ rants. Actually we’d miss them even if they were expensive, since we probably won’t see one until next May. Lunch costs about $3 for us both — total! Dinner about $10-$12, and that’s a fancy, full five course dinner. So we’ll hope Doug catches lots of fish and we’ll call the boat Fantasia’s Restaurant. By the time you get this we’ll be some¬ where in the high seas, maybe across the Equator, hopefully on course to the Mar¬ quesas. Fantasia is still a good house for us and after talking with other women on larger boats — (40’, 42’, 44’) who can’t handle their .boats and almost hate sailing — I’m totally impressed with our little Fantasia. So we’re off to sea. — dolores and doug Fantasia Opus II is bound for the Mar¬

Cruising in Turkey Dwayne and Betty Ann Gordon Answering the Request of Jeana Levinthai A Turkey trip is one to be long remem¬ bered. Especially if it includes sailing the Aegean Sea along the west coast of Asia aboard the Odgsseg of San Francisco, a Maxi 95 (33-ft) sloop. This was our big “A” (Adventure), thanks to the hospitality of Wally and Betty Ann Truce. Jet lag is real when you change ten timezones between San Francisco and Istan¬ bul — almost halfway around the world in a 24-hour period. But we started with a handi¬ cap. After spending five hours winging our way on United Airlines to New York City, we caught the return flight to San Francisco to ’ pick up our passports! The Turkish people were friendly, courte¬ ous and eager to communicate with us; a surprising number could speak English. The Turks spoke quietly, and acted with dignity. The educated Turk has never forgotten that for 400 years his country held sway as the Ottoman Empire over a quarter qf Europe and part of Asia and Africa. Turkey has a military dictatorship. There were armed soldies everywhere — especially at the airports and in the cities. We felt com¬ fortable and safe walking the streets day or ' night. It was exciting to visit places with unusual names like Chesme, Bodru, Kusadasi, Ephisus and Altus Yurri. Each has a history beginning centuries before Christ and in¬ cludes conquests by Alexander the Great, Greeks, Arabs, Turks and the Crusaders. We allowed ourselves one hot hectic day for a typical sightseeing trip of Istanbul, the only city in the world located on two con¬ tinents, Asia and Europe. We visited The Blue Mosque with its six minarets, St. Sophia, now a museum with a remarkable

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sample of Byzantine art, then to Topkapi Palace, the old residence of the Ottoman Sultans turned into a fabulously rich muse¬ um displaying fine collections of china, old weapons and armor, enamels, miniatures, and magnificent jewels. After a tasty threecourse lunch, we took a ferry boat across the Bosphorus to Asia. The Bosphorus channel connects the waters of the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara with the famous “Golden Horn”. We finally boarded the Odyssey at the Golden Dolphin Marina after a one-hour flight to Izonid and a two and one half hour taxi ride to the marina. All hands were re¬ lieved that we had made it — flying on stand-by passes is chancy. To celebrate we had dinner at the local taverna which Cap¬ tain Truce selected because it provided entertainment by a talented belly-dancer, who realized that we were an appreciative audience. The monetary exchange from U.S. dollars to Turkish lira wa§ very favorable to us. Dinner for four including wine at a rice restaurant was $16 with tip. Sailing the blue Aegean Sea aboard the Odyssey was a highly satisfying experience. The crystal clear waters and the cloudless skies provided an idyllic setting. The winds were good, averaging 15 knots, with a max¬ imum of 25 knots. However, when the knotmeter dropped below six knots, Captain Truce cranked up the “iron jib”. The Truces were very considerate and arranged the itinerary so that the courses were downwind or beam reaches. There was no night sailing required so Wally arranged 30-odd mile dai¬ ly trips, although one day we made a 65-mile jump. “Gunk-hole” cruising on the Odyssey was slightly different than the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta cruise. To begin with all dock¬ ing in ports follows the European custom of stern (or bow) first. This is similar to Delta an¬ choring with the difference that there is no consideration of the other boat’s rode. De¬ parture means having to untangle your anchor rode from several others. Some ports

avoid this problem by providing a stern an¬ chor line that is attached to a bottom chain stretched parallel to the dock. Navigating is also different because “eye¬ ball” navigating seldom occurs — it is necessary to “dead reckon” from place to place. We never missed a landfall! Other activites are similar. At every port the most important acquisitions are ice and beer. Next are groceries, booze, water and fuel. It is nice to have shorepower but it usually required renting or buying an adapter to the local outlet. Sometimes it is necesary to hire a local to make the hook¬ up. Water is very suspect so only sealed bot¬ tles are used for drinking; water from local faucets is used for washing. Even large marinas may only have water available a few hours a day. There are no supermarkets in Turkey. Ob¬ taining supplies required visiting several shops — fruit and vegetables in one, meat in another, and so forth. A scene out of the past was the weekly bazadr to which the local farmers brought their produce and mer¬ chants offered a variety of household sup¬ plies. It was a colorful scene, including the women wearing bright harem pants and the men driving tractors. Produce was weighed on a hand-held balance scale. The smallest weight was a kilogram so that was the small¬ est amount sold. As the day grew to a close, prices were lowered in order to sell the rem¬ nants. Transportation between the marina and the shops was either by taxi or by a leisurely horse-drawn surrey. The latter was pre¬ ferred, not because it was cheaper, but be¬ cause we enjoyed visiting with Turkish passengers. The Turk’s pride of his flag was indicated innumerable times. Every vessel — including the smallest fishing dory — flew a spanking fresh flag, there were no tattered or torn flags to be seen. If a foreign boat arrived with an imperfect Turkish flag, it was a short time before a Turk would quietly but emphatically point out that it should be replaced.

The Turkish yachts were a splendor to be¬ hold. Because of government regulations, Turks could only own boats built in Turkey. All were made of wood, no fiberglass. Con¬ sequently the boats were floating palaces of 40-ft and up with very large beam. The woodwork, inside and out, was dazzling! The furnishings inside were palatial. Al¬ though they had the necessary rigging, we never saw a Turkish yacht sailing; they motored everywhere!! Kusadasi was on our itinerary mainly be¬ cause of its proximity to the ancient town of Ephesus. Ephesus is like the sea; experienc¬ ing it is the only way to get an inkling of its magnificence! The ruins, the residue of many, many earthquakes, hint at a civiliza¬ tion beyond imagination. Scholars estimate the first settlement was made about 2000 B.C. It was one of the first gentile commun¬ ities converted to Christianity by St. John and St. Paul. It is the final resting place of St. John and Mary Mother of Jesus. History unwinds before ones eyes. The ancient ruins inpage 192

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readers have any advice? — bob murphy and family

Not exactly Longs Drugs. While cruising remote areas, you often get to buy supplies out of the back of trucks.

elude additions made by many Ionian, Hellinistic, Roman and Christian. Originally Ephesus was a seaport, but centuries of silting leaves the present day sight landlock¬ ed. Our saga ended in Kos, Greece, where we caught an Olympic Airlines flight to Athens where we transferred to TWA for the flight to New York City. Again travelling on stand-by tickets we made all of our scheduled flights. After 26 hours we returned to San Francisco safe but numb. Inshalloh!! t — betty ann and dwayne

Content — Vagabond 47 Bob, Linda, Mike and Jennifer Murphy Cabo San Lucas (Oakland) Here’s $15 for a subscription, it’s nearly as page /93

good a bargain as tortillas in Mexico. It’s been six weeks — today is January 18 — since we left Alameda, and we haven’t missed the job, car, TV, or the Chronicle — but we would like to see a Latitude 38! We had a good trip down with stops in Santa Barbara, Catalina, San Diego, Ensen¬ ada and Turtle Bay. The ten days in Cabo have been great, although southerly winds have made the outside anchorage a little bumpy for the last week. The inner harbor is slightly unpleasant and smelly due to the dredging for the new marina and what ap¬ pears to be raw sewage from the Hacienda Hotel. We’re off to the mainland tomorrow, and will report from further south as there seems to have been enough written about Cabo. P.S. We sailed through a very active elec¬ trical storm just south of Turtle Bay and we found ourselves wondering: 1. What is the danger to a sailboat from lightning; and 2. If there is a danger, what preventative mea¬ sures ban be taken? Do you or any of your

Bob — We presented your lightning ques¬ tions to Tim Rogers of Maritime Electronics in Sausalito. A long-time West Coast sailor, Tim spent the last two-and-a-half years in Florida where there’s more lightning in a week thdn there is in San Francisco in a life¬ time. Tim explains that a lightning bolt hitting a sailboat mast is quickly looking for a ground, one by the path of least resistance. The most common result of lightning strik¬ ing a boat not prepared for it, is that the front end of radios and the pre-amps on other electronic equipment gets blown. The way to prevent this relatively minor damage is by disconnecting all antennas prior to the onset of an electrical storm. In more serious strikes on unprepared boats, the consequences can vary greatly. Lightning is very unpredictable. In searching for a ground, it may be attracted by a large, well-grounded engine, and the bolt may jump across the cabin. Usually this only means the engine instruments will be fried — unless of course somebody is standing in the path of the bolt. (Never, of course, hold onto anything metal in an electrical storm). A bolt coming down a mast might also jump to a thru hull and melt it; this happened to a big ketch in the Caribbean owned by Dick York of Sausalito. Be ready with plugs. An equally serious situation is when a boat has rusty keel boats that are resting in bilge water. The fightning can instantaneously fry the bilge water connected to the keel bolts, causing the keel to split and possibly drop off. Bad news. So what’s the solution besides unplugging your antennas at the onset of lightning? Rogers recommends attaching a heavy bat¬ tery cable to the backstay, and then letting the other end sit in the water. That’s just the first part, providing the path of least resist¬ ance. To attract the lightning down this path, he recommends taking a ten-foot long sec¬ tion.of six-inch wide copper strapping, work-

CHANGES

ing it into a ball shape some three feet in diameter, and dropping it in the water at¬ tached to the end of the battery cable. That combination should protect you. While severe lightning storms might scare the daylights out of you, people on sailboats are very, very rarely killed by it.

Seafarer Fred, Wendy, Ken and Nancy Cruising Mexico (Redwood City) While inspecting the condition of Sea¬ farer’s bottom in Magdalena Bay, Fred was astonished to discover that whole sections of bottom paint, which had been applied in Sausalito just prior to our departure, had come off the hull, leaving bare wood in places. This brought up the unexpected pro¬ blem of having to haul and repaint the boat asAp. The condition of Seafarer s hull w<as not improved by the antics of one drunken lob¬ ster fisherman, who after completing his transaction with us, misjudged his driving ability and rammed full throttle into our bow. Once he picked himself up off the bottom of his boat, we convinced him to take his motor out of gear, after which he was able to ex¬ tricate his boat from our babystay chain. His elderly father, passed out on a seat, head pil¬ lowed in his arm on the gun whale, remained oblivious. We found Cabo to be a nice little town, filled with yachties. There were 140 yachts when we were there. The restaurant prices are very reasonable unless you try the very fancy hotel restaurants — which we did on Wendy’s birthday. It cost a lot more, but we got to sit next to Mick Jagger and entourage! The harbor at Mazatlan is virtually empty during the day, except for a few yachts, but it’s never dull. Shrimp boats have dropped anchor almost on our stern, and several of us were forced to move quickly one night as a barge without lights maneuvering its way to the shipyard bumper-boated its way through

the harbor. Small speedboats, sometimes towing skiers, roar circles around the an¬ chored boats and the local harbor cruise boat glides plast at 10:30 each morning, banners flapping and maribas playing. The sportfish¬ ing fleet fire up the diesels full throttle about 6a.m. and tear out of the harbor, returning with equal enthusiasm about 3 p.m. with their bounty. Other than that, it’s a very quiet anchorage. It didn’t take Fred long to search out the one restaurant in town with a French chef, and we subsequently became friends with Christian Paris and his wife, who introduced us to the nearby beach at Isla de la Piedra, where the fisherman barbeque over green mangrove wood, creating a succulent dish of smoked fish, perfectly complimented by a fresh green coconut hacked open with a machete and inserted with a straw for drink¬ ing. In a fit of insanity we acquired a parrot last week from a street vendor and have been spending great amounts of time and energy trying to convince him that he is sweet-tem¬ pered and agreeable. No small bird, his rather formidable beak keeps us at bay when he’s grouchy. Fred insists that the bird shall be named Dry Rot, but there is some resis¬

The marina at Puerto Vallarta is full — but the capacity wilfbe greatly expanding soon.

tance on his issue. Actually it might be more appropriate to call him Mark Spitz, as he is beginnig to take up swimming as an involuntary hobby. Dis¬ covering the joys of climbing the rigging to the top of the mast .he decided to go for a fly and ended up doing a fair butterfly stroke in the harbor until he was resuced in the dinghy. This was not nearly as traumatic as the incident a few days before, where he slipped off the rail into the water and we couldn’t find him anywhere, even from the dinghy. “What do you mean, ‘he’s not there?’Birds don’t just sink!” A long, frantic search yielded nothing, when up over the bowsprit crawled the most pitiful and bedrag¬ gled little creature, exhausted and quivering. He had fallen off near the stern and evidently swam all the way to the bow of the boat, where he climbed up the anchor chain, step by step. He’s a brave and stubborn little fellow; maybe he’ll learn? — the crew of seafarer

Enchantress — 58-ft schooner page 194

IN LATITUDES '

and you will love him as well as the food. Best of all he speaks English and he loves the yachties. We had chocolate cake there today — with lots of rum in it. — klaus and ute

Cabo San Lucas (San Francisco) Greetings from paradise! We want all our friends in the Bay Area to know that we are having a great time. Forgive us if we haven’t written, the list is long and our days are filled with excitement — as well as a lot of legwork, waiting, and plain hard work! We want to thank everyone who helped us get the boat ready over the years. A cou¬ ple who come to mind are John at Proper Tighe for the fishing line and hook (we caught some nice bonito and yellowtail); also Harry Braun for putting in our ham radio (that Yaseu is damn complicated!). Also all the people who gave us faith and encourage¬ ment when the going was hard! We are very grateful to you that we and Enchantress are sailing. Now to the important business. Whiler lay¬ ing in Cabo waiting for mail, we found a very, very fine restaurant, Taqueria del Chef. It’s just up from the post office, on the opposite side of the street. Cruisers in Cabo must go there! The prices are not to be believed and the quality of the food is ex¬ quisite. Everything is fresh and hot and the place is clean. The chef is a master in his art page 195

Klaus and Ute — Our all-time favorite place to eat in Cabo was one of the more non-descript palapas — in fact it was so non¬ descript we can’t remember which one it was. Anyway our Spanish was terrible and the usually inebriated proprietor goodnaturedly refused to speak any English. Each day for lunch we’d go through the same rou¬ tine. We’d systematically order every item on the menu, and to each he’d shake his head ‘no’. We never did figure out if he was out of the item or just didn’t feel like making it. Well eventually he’d motion us to sit down at a table, and awhile later would appear with a plate of chow. We never knew in advance what it was going to be; turtle, chicken, or some fish dish, but it was always delicious. At the conclusion of the meal we’d hold out a wad of soggy pesos and dollars, whatever happened to be in our swimming suit. He’d pick out the ones he wanted and let us keep the rest. There’s nothing like a little adven¬ ture in eating — we had lunch there for a week straight.

Cruising Notes: If you didn’t catch it in Sightings, Baja-Ha Race Week has had its name changed to Sea of Cortez Race Week, and the new dates are March 28 to April 1. Dr. Bob Lefevre, who sailed his Mason 43 Blue Sky from San Francisco to Boston last year, will be the physician in attendance. Boats moving through Puerto Vallarta in the middle of February: Galatea, a Friend¬ ship sloop out of Sausalito with Don and Gloria; Skua, the 48-ft tri with the Esterbrook family from Redwood City and Sausa¬ lito pulled into P.V. months behind their schedule getting to the Caribbean. A break¬ down slowed them down on Baja; single¬

hander Dave Symonds of San Rafael on the Golden Gate 30, Quark, was also in town,as were Art and Sandy Freeman on the Alberg 35, Manana. Both have been in Mexico for over a year now. Jay, Matt and Andy Earnhardt of Sausalito pulled into Cabo San Lucas on the 40-ft gaff ketch, Grace, on January 27. They should be in La Paz now, and plan to head as far into the Gulf as they can before having to head home in May. Also in La Paz are Jim and Alice Doggett on Carina, an Esprit 37 from Bainbridge Island, Washington. The Doggett’s spent quite a bit of time in the Bay Area on their way south. Stone Witch, Alan Olson’s big schooner from Alviso has already left La Paz, done the Gulf, and is well down the coast of mainland Mexico prior to her non-stop trip back to San Francisco. Francesca, Fred Denton’s Tartan 37 from Sausalito five years ago, recently artived in New Zealand. Fred had spent 14 months in Tahiti, weathering the hurricanes in the lee of a 150-ft boat. Spencer the cat [Pets to Paradise, Volume 79] is reportedly about to leave Mexico for Costa Rica, and eventually Rhode Island. Dalliance, the boat he shares with Candy Smith, is from Redwood City. v Spending the summer on the mainland side of the Sea of Cortez? Then you may be interested in some cruising charts created and published by Gerry Cunningham of ^Patagonia, Arizona. Two charts are avail¬ able; one from San Carlos to Tastiota, and another of Kino Bay and the southeast shore of Tiburon Island. Although we can’t vouch for the accuracy of the charts, they are firstclass quality. The charts are $4.50 each, postpaid, from Charts, Box 976, Patagonia, Arizona 85624. Cunningham and his wife have had one kind of sailboat or another in the Sea of Cortez for the last 23 years. Next month we’ll be running an article of his on wilderness cruising — sailing where charts are of too large a scale to be useful.

CLASSY CLASSIFIEDS Classified Advertising Deadline:

20th of the Month Prior to Publication

$15 for a personal ad of 40 words $30 for a business ad of 40 words • Mail your copy and check to: P.O. Box 1678, Sausalito, CA 94966

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SALE OR TRADE 42' full keel sloop, custom designed and built for long dis¬ tance, short-handed cruising. Excellent ground tackle with electronic windlass, autopilot, RDF, 7 sails. Asking $65K or trade for 28-30' sloop plus cash. Jerry (415) 953-0675 or 531-4281.

HANS CHRISTIAN 43 1981. Beautiful cruising cutter. Well maintained. Will sell well below cost. Upgraded equipment. Low engine use, sails well. 331-8100 (d) or 388-5321 (e).

• Sorry, but due to a tight deadline, changes or cancellations after submitting ad

cannot accept any

HERRESHOFF DINGHY H-14. Built Mendocino. Bruynzeel plank over mahogany frames. Oak keel, coaming, knees. Spruce bottom. Mahogany deck. Custom bronze. Egyptian cotton sail. Trailer. Cover. Classic. $5,750. Roy Raymond, (707) 964-7128, P.O. Box 18, Mendocino, CA 95460.

FOR SALE Spinnaker for 34-ft sailboat, J=13 ft, 1=40 ft. Small traveller. 4 man rubber dinghy. Charts of the South Pacific needed. 728-3403.

PARTNER WANTED One or two compatible partners wanted to share Hans Chris¬ tian 43 cruising sailboat. No equity required. Share expenses and use. Sausalito berth. Call 331-8100 (d) or 388-5321 (e).

1971 CATALINA 27 Sausalito Yacht Harbor berth, 5 sails including spinnaker with gear and 150 genoa, full boat cover, good condition, in¬ board, full galley, sleeps 6, head, owner anxious, $15,000. , Call Doug at 332-8633 (d) or 332-2941 (n)

31' ENGLISH SLOOP Built 1959, Stewart-Tarner inboard, D/S, autopilot, heavy dis¬ placement, bronze fastened, Bahamas-East Coast vet. Excel¬ lent liveaboard, outside rough. Must sell. $15,000. 892-4991, 669-7573

RANGER 33 — GREAT LEASING DEAL — $233/M0 For qualified skipper. Lease (1/3 time) this highly regarded yacht for half present day costs. Fast, safe, seaworthy; every creature comfort and sailing amenity. Sausalito berth. In¬ cludes ins., maint., etc. Don Norwood (408) 735-8511 (e), 733-1136 (d).

CONTINUE TO CRUISE IN A WESTSAIL 32, 77 New dodger, new Yanmar 33 hp, Avon raft, Aries, Brooks & Gatehouse, 2 d.s, stereo, 6 sails, 300’ chain, 45 CQR, SL555 windlass & more. $67,500. (408) 335-2245.

37’CRUISING KETCH , Molded fiberglass deck and hull, Angleman design. Especially beautiful boat well equipped & in excellent condition. Great cruiser or liveaboard. $57,000. Call Tom (408) 263-9310 or 984-2766

GREAT TAX SHELTER! commercial salmon troller. Loran, radar, VHF, CB, autopilot, completely rewired, fully equipped for comfortable & efficient fishing. Economical 271 GMC, insulated & fiberglassed hold. Possible financing or real estate trade. $19,000. (415) 832-3709 or (415) 268-1229.

1984 CREW LIST PARTIES

LANCER 25 — 1976 6'2” headroom. Good condition. 7.5 Mercury. $8,500 or trade. (415)626-0447.

32’x10V2’

O’DAY MARINER 20 — FOR SALE Keel sloop, working sails, Coast Guard equipped, in good condition, cruising version of Rhodes 19. $3,500. 332-6789

Wednesday, April 4th and Thursday, April 5th See Sightings for details

l 24’ COLUMBIA CHALLENGER Strong, well built boat, excellent for SF Bay sailing. Large cockpit, sleeps 4, galley, spinnaker, new sails, berth, 6 hp outboard, extras. Active one design racing class. Very good condition. Moving, must sell. $6,500. (415) 523-0680.

$12,500 — F/G SLOOP With headroom, diesel & trailer. This rugged little English cruising boat is ideal for Bay, Delta or coastal cruising. Many custom additions plus Autohelm, VHF, RDF & DS. It's been to Mexico; by trailer to San Diego, by sea to Mexican ports. A Lloyds certified Westerley Nomad. (415)322-1531 (Iv. msg)

J - 24 Full class sails, knot, new compass, dry sailed, trailer, Evinrude OB, very clean inside and out. Excellent boat. $15,700. (408)248-8522.

1966 PERKINS 4-107 DIESEL — $2,250 Top end re-built 1981. Paragon hydraulic gear, instruments, spare piston, rings, valves & many other parts. Low hour sailboat auxiliary. Replacing it to save room/weight. Call Barry (206) 453-0303 (wkdys) / (206) 746-7025 (e). Laying Seattle.

1979 LANDFALL 39’ PILOTHOUSE Cutter, great sailing cruising, 60 hp Isuzu engine, excellent for liveaboard, H&C pressure water, teak interior, well main¬ tained, must see to appreciate, has been used as demo. $75,000. (408) 988-1173.

FOR SALE — SONJIAS SPIRIT MULL 35 See display ad, page 212, January issue. Completed hull and structural interior, available now for $13,000. Hull and decks $22,000. Completed boat less sails and inboard, $40,000. Call Don Macey (916) 583-2263

DAN’S DIVING SERVICE Maintenance — Repair — Salvage (415) 232-0904

AFFORDABLE CHARTERS Fully equipped yachts from Anacortes or Seattle. Ericson 35 ($650), Ranger 37 ($750), Redeye 39 ($750), Islander 40 ($895) and C&C 40 ($995). For available dates please contact “Yacht Master Charters" 9500 21st Avenue NW, Seattle, WA 98117 (206) 784-8429 evenings

CHARTER THE BEST FOR THE BAY “Bon Compagnie”, 9.2 meters of performance and aft-cabin luxury by S-2 Yachts, Holland, Mi. Sleeps two couples with privacy. Fully found and well maintained. $145/day, $245/weekend, $765/week. Act now for choice reservations. (408) 972-9978 for particulars

RANGER 37 — ESPRIT Race or cruise this Gary Mull design. New awlgrip hull paint, new copperlux bottom and is completely refurnished inside and out. Boat has great electronics including a Si-Tex 767C Loran, new 55 ch. VHF, depthsounder, single sideband, log, knotmeter and windpoint. Custom rig has ultra strong Navtec rod rigging on ^double spreader rig with dual headfoil. Edson wheel steering, Volvo 23 hp diesel, 12 winches include Lewmar 55 and 45 three speed. Race gear has 2 poles and reaching strut, Barient adjustable backstay, babystay and running backs. Traveller and turning blocks are custom made for extra strength. 14 bags of sail provide power. Beautiful teak interior has CNG 3 burner stove with oven, fully en¬ closed head, custom cushion covers, AM/FM stereo cass., shore power, Dodger, full boat cover and about 3 pages of in¬ ventory. 'Esprit' has been professionally maintained and rates a low 120 PHRF and 25.7 IOR. She has been to Hawaii and Mexico and is ready to go again. Price $63,000. Fran at (415) 254-1306 (e) or (415) 271-8746 (d)

HI SAILOR

— — You've talked about it! You've wondered where to get it. 1 have it available now. Delicious food in a Retort pouch. Ready in five minutes. No sticky pots to clean. Call today — Merilyn Russell — (415) 455-5294

LEARN TO SAIL Aboard Blithe Spirit II, a Passport 40 Three 4-hour Sessions /1 or 2 Couples Call SERENDIPITY CHARTERS (408) 264-9005

CHART PORTFOLIO SERVICES Repro. charts, entire Pacific Coast, Alaska to Panama, Hawaii, French Polynesia, Cooks, Tonga, Fiji, Samoa, New Zealand, Australia, etc. Excellent quality, about 1/5 cost originally! Free index, $2 for sample chart of Bora Bora or Marquesas. MAHINA CRUISING SERVICES John Neal, Box 21814, Seattle WA 98111 / (206) 784-0187 page 196

COLUMBIA 29 1965 MK 1 Raven for sale. Well equipped with good ground tackle. Plenty of sails. Nice interior. One of the cheapest real cruising boats around. $19,000. Tom 357-9991 (6-9 wkdys)

PROVEN WORLD CRUISER

SAILING CLUB MEMBERSHIP

Live your dream on this gaff topsail schooner. Custom built 74, 47 x16 x6.5', strip planked, teak deck, Lister diesel, full headroom, ideal liveaboard, ready to go again. $149,000. D.B. Gates, Box 791, Morro Bay, CA 93442

One of the largest clubs in Bay Area. Full instruction for fami¬ ly from Basic to Piloting and use of club boats and equip¬ ment. Current club price $1950; now only $1500. Financing available. Call Suzanne at 938-5200 or (707) 745-8589.

THEY DON’T MAKE THEM LIKE THIS ANYMORE 78' Lake Union Classic built in '32 for Rockefeller Founda¬ tion. Beautifully restored with every modern convenience. Ready for stylish liveaboard, comfortable world cruising or serious business. $175,000. Docked in Sacramento. Call (916) 372-6930

US 22, SLOOP, 1979 2-BOAT OWNER Must sell our Santana 525. Willing to negotiate — trade. Call Nick at (408) 289-9751 and make an offer.

WANT TO SAIL AWAY

BEAUTIFUL COLUMBIA 34’ MK II

Samoa, Sydney, or Singapore as first leg of Asian adventure. 24-year old easy-going male punmaker seeks crew position on stout yacht. Boat yard experience, references. Chris Panks, 849 NE 58th, Seattle, WA 98105.

Great sailor with 7 berths. Well maintained clean boat. New sails, wheel steering, autopilot and loaded with extras. New attractive interior, 7' headroom and custom cockpit cushions. Must see to appreciate. $40,000. Call 634-2443.

F.G. cruising, full keel, 49” draft, w/EZ Loader trailer, 6 hp outboard, new sails. Perfect condition, new bottom paint. All cruising equipment, radio antenna. Slip at Coyote Point. Sacrifice at $7,000. Write to: R. Dimon, 328 Cowper St., Palo Alto 94301, 324-8211 (e/wknds)

TRADE A 1926 C.C. PLATH SEXTANT For a newer sextant. Good condition. Call (415) 366-9911 (e).

74 CAL-CRUISIN6 35 FOR SALE Pearson 26 — well equipped and maintained. Also, Latitude 38's — complete set with extras. Call (415) 548-6080.

TAKE A PASSPORT TO ADVENTURE

Safe, fun boat, excel, condition. Incl. Aries, Benmar autopilot, 7 sails, 9 winches, spin, gear, RDF, VHF, depth, wind/log in¬ struments, shorepower, charger, 110 gal. H/C pressure water, LP stove, refrig., 3 sets ground tackle. Teak int. & sole. Perkins 4-108 & 180 gal. tank. $60K. (213) 592-5750 Jim.

Sail the San Juan Islands. Charter this brand new Passport 40 that's been fully equipped for cruising. Call now for best choice of dates. (206) 821 -1208.

CREW NEED

CATALINA Roomy 27’, popular Bay Racing/Cruising sailboat. Inboard diesel, self-furling 170% Genoa, depth sounder, compass, radio, dinette interior, full head, full galley, 1976. Pier ,39 berth available. (707) 762-2376.

38’ C&C sloop Topaz going round trip to Hawaii July-Aug. ’84. Crew positions avail. 1 -way/round trip. Applicants should have done enough sailing to know it’s a major vice. Dependability & good nature are essential. Day/weekend sails prior to departure. Share expenses. (415) 321 -4786 (e)

1/3 INTEREST TO SHARE IN ISLANDER 24’ SAILBOAT $3,000. Sausalito berth, Clipper Marina. 1983,10 hp Honda. Racing condition and excellent family boat. Head, galley, sleeps four, safety lines and pulpits. Excellent Bay boat — owner hardly in town. Call 924-6058 (after 8 p.m.).

FOR SALE Westsail 43, liveaboard in comfort, or cruise the world, aboard a tall rig cutter, factory finished, wood interior, easily handled by couple, extensive inventory including 2 sets of sails, electric windlass, windvane, refrigeration, instruments. Call for complete specifications, (213) 549-5582.

CAL 20 — WITH TRAILER

TRAILER WANTED

Excellent condition. 2 sets sails. Berkeley berth. Outboard. $5,500/B.0. 626-7011 /654-0413.

1 need a trailer for my Moore 24. If you have something that fits, call me at 924-7134.

CREW AVAILABLE

HAVE YOU GOT A SMALL BOAT, MOTOR & TRAILER

WANTED FEMALE

Single woman sailor, 35, new to Bay Area, would like to crew weekends for pleasure or racing. Trained by Coast Guard father since childhood. Experienced to 36 feet. Call Diana Dring 565-7661 days, 464-6200 evenings.

sitting around your garage you don't know what to do with? How about considering trading it for my '81 Yamaha 650 Special II. It’s in like-new condition, ruby-colored tank. Give me a call & let’s see what we can do! Rick: (707) 778-8690(eves 6-9:30 p.m„ weekends).

Congenial sailing companion — for dirty old man who is generous, kind and loving. Have new Catalina sloop, live¬ aboard. Fully equipped for sailing Bay and long distance. Can live aboard if necessary. Will teach. Please write to: P.O. Box 1282, San Rafael, CA 94901.

HOBIE 33 LASER

13’ BANSHEE

Like new — sailed less than a dozen times. Get a virtually new boat for hundreds less. $1,200 or best offer. Call Wayne at (415) 392-7900 days, 527-4929 eves.

Rainbow sail. Balco trailer. Spare tire. Custom rigging. Cover. Good condition. $1,550. Call (415) 522-6066

YACHT PAINTERS WANTED Seeking experienced yacht painters. Good pay and benefits; full-time work. Experienced in L.P. desired. Call or write to: John Somers, c/o Stephens Marine, Inc., P.O. Box 670, Stockton, CA 95201 / (209) 466-8691

OLSON 40

“SPELLBOUND”

— Available for Charter. Fall Mexico Races, Swift Sure Victoria — Maui, Kauai ’84, S.F.' Bay and Ocean racing. (916) 758-0700 or (916) 756-8297 SWEETWATER YACHT CHARTERS

ISLAND YACHT CLUB Join us. We're all gearing up for a year of great sailing. For us sailing includes racing, cruising, women’s racing, Friday night racing, and more! Our membership fees are reasonable! For more information call (415) 835-2463.

GASOLINE ENGINE REPLACEMENT Same diesel engine (Kubota) as used by Universal & Onan — but — especially tailored for easy replacement of small gas engines in existing sailboats to 40-ft. Mountings available for Atomic 4. Palmer 60, Gray Sea Scout, etc. Trident, Box 997, Carpinteria, CA 93013

SAILING INSTRUCTORS NEEDED

SAIL AND VACATION

P/T — F/T; Flexible hours. Should"be able to work weekends. CG License; or ASA Cert.; or 1 year teaching experience Spinnaker Sailing 363-1390 / Call for interview

This June in the Virgin Islands aboard a Morgan 46 for University Credit. For details write International Programs CSU, Chico, CA 95929-0250 or call (916) 895-5801

MARINE SURVEY / YACHT DELIVERY

BRISTOL BRIGHTWORK LTD.

CAPT. HARRY G. BRAUN (U.S. Coast Guard Lie.)

Custom Refinishing • Touch-Up • Maintenance • Masts Rails • Interior • Exterior • Brass Polish & Coating Decking • Hardware Repair/Commissioning Traditional Class • Modern Techniques • Top-Line Materials For free estimates, call Geoffrey M. Roberts (415) 897-0575

Professional Engineer (Calif. State Lie.) Call Sign: KE 6 RX page 197

Hull No. 14, Custom interior, trailer. Outfitted for racing. Ex¬ cellent condition. Must sell due to job commitments. Surveyed at $46,750. Will take best offer over $39K. (707) 554-4503 (9-6 only).

(415) 522-1561 2814 Van Buren Street Alameda, Calif. 94501

FOR SALE ERICSON 32 "SIRENA” For sale by original owner. 1972 hull #255. Yacht specialities pedestal steering, 2-speed Barient 22 primary winches, quickly-removable cockpit dodger with side curtains (1980). 155% Mylar genoa, two-ply leech mainsail with shelf and flattener, tri-radial spinnaker: all by Richards and van Heeckeren (1983). Four additional bags of sails. Headfoil II jib luff system (1983), full spinnaker gear with Kevlar afterguys (1983). Intech Mariner 70 VHF (1980), Signet knotmeter, Konel RDF, Sanyo AM/FM and cassette deck (1983), Seafarer II depthsoundeC Mansfield TDX-S MSD (1982). Atomic 4, 3-burner alcohol stove with oven, ground tackle, fabric upholstery. $36,500. Vytas Pazemenas (415) 794-5223

Used racing gear, sails, genoa's, spinnakers, tallboy, blooper, all in good condition from 48-ft racer. 5-man cannister liferaft, porta potti (never used). (408) 297-8170 (d), (415) 964-0500 (e).

C & C39 Sistership to ’Shillalagh’. 1972. Fast and outfitted for cruis¬ ing. Diesel. RVG custom vane. Masthead nav lights. Ham radio. VHF. Sleeps seven. Double berth aft. Workbench and lots of storage. Located San Diego. (619) 222-6355

$75,000.

1979 CAL 2-25

1980 OLSON 30 Hull #66, new outboard, 8 bags sails, VHF, knotmeter, com¬ pass, RDF, headfoil, Barients, overboard pole, custom cabinside LPU. Immaculate Monterey Bay boat. $30,000/offer. (408) 475-2261

Fully equipped for Bay and Delta cruising. Yanmar diesel, Digital depth sounder, speedometer, 50 channel VHF, com¬ pass, self-tending jib, 130 genoa, alcohol/electric stove, shore power, commissioned 1980, berthed at Owl Harbor, dock 7. $26,000. Richard Paine (916) 922-1792.

FOR SALE

BANSHEE — SELL OR TRADE

John Hanna design Gulfweed ketch 27’, 10’6” beam, draft 4’6”. Fir planking on oak framework. 5 sails. 1972 Saab diesel. Built 1945. $12,500. (805) 644-6905

2nd best equipped Banshee in Bay area. Dual controls for boomvang, Cunningham, outhaul, 2 sails — one new. LPU paint, yard dolly. $1,200. Will consider trade on 2-person dinghy (FJ, Snipe, etc.) or 6 hp motor. Call Downing (415) 492-9300 (d), 522-7380 (e).

SAN JUAN 24 BARIENT 22’s Two of them. For sale. Good condition. Black aluminum. Richard 383-8200

WANTS LEASE/OR TIME SHARE

Tahoe boat. Never touched salt water. 1974. Well equipped with 7 bags of sails, motor, trailer and Porta*Potti. Deck lay¬ out and 5 winches makes for an outstanding racer/cruiser. $13,500. (916)577-2152.

Sacramento retiree seeks occasional lease/time share (what¬ ever) of bristol 25-30 ft. sail. Prefer East Bay north to Delta. Need right boat at right price in right place.Ken (916) 421-2578

PLEASE HELP

PEARSON 26’

CLASSIC 26' CHEOY LEE SLOOP

College student, age 24, seeking passage to Taiwan or close as you can get me — after May 25. I’m extremely responsi¬ ble, hardworking, quick learner, good cook, and will share expenses (of course). Call Suzanne at (408) 275-1823.

1976 Cruiser for comfortable, dry and fast sailing on the Bay. Well maintianed with many extras including genoa, VHF, d.s., 15 hp Johnson O.B. A well maintained, low maintenance boat. Located Oakland Estuary. $14,000. 521 -9764 (e).

Beautiful condition, fiberglass hull, teak decks, cabin and in¬ terior. Diesel engine, new sails and rigging, full boat cover. See at Berth 42, Alameda Marina, Alameda. $22,000. Call Craig (415) 521-5427

VALIANT 40

CHINESE LUG NOR SEA 27

ATTENTION RACERS — SANTANA 23

Own this very classy ocean-cruising cutter. Beautifully main¬ tained. Many custom features with long list of options and equipment for world sailing or liveaboard. Must see, but hurry. (415)236-8979.

South Pacific vet, unstayed mast, aft cabin voyaging yadht, excellent condition, 4 anchors, ham, Avon with o.b„ Monitor vane, sextant, charts, fath., log, etc. Ready to go again. $39,900. (213) 340-4934, 19738 Gilmore St., Woodland, Hills CA 91367.

Outstanding performance in a hot racer with 4 Pineapple sails plus spinnaker, depth meter, compass, VHF, electrical system, trailer with brakes... plus more. Like new condi¬ tion. Below market at $18,950. Ideal for partnership or club. Delta. (916)758-4556. 1

SANTANA 22

CHARTER WANTED — FULL SEASON

16 FT. FIBERGLASS SLOOP — 1978

Excellent condition. Rigged for singlehanded. 7.5 HP 1982 Honda. Also, 1982 standing rigging. 9 sets of sails, includes spinnaker. Has depth finder, knotmeter and compass. Bow pulpit and lifelines. $6,500. (707) 745-8275 (after 5 pm).

Responsible Bay, Ocean and Delta sailor wants well equipped 30-40’ sloop for exclusive local use May-October. Will pro¬ vide sailing resume and appropriate references. (415) 671-7370.

Excellent condition, sleeps 2, trailer and outboard, running lights. This well-maintained boat has been sailed on S.F. Bay and Lake Tahoe. $3,000 — negotiable. (415) 499-8770 (after 6 p.m.)

ATTRACTIVE 28 YEAR OLD WOMAN SEEKS Escape from mundane 9-5. Want to leave May/June for travel adventure but have little sailing experience. Very serious about learning to sail. Please call Robbie (408) 727-9415 (d)

US - 30 — FOR SALE 1981, pedestai steering, depth sounder, knotmeter, VHF, stereo, pressure water, hot water, shower, 2 burner stove, shore power, Volvo diesel, and more. Excellent condition. 5 berths. s $36,000. (415) 361-6428 (d) Ask for Bob Raos / (415) 797-8370 (e)

SEAFARER 29

BEAUTIFUL 1982 HERRESHOFF 31’ KETCH

ERICSON 30 “LA REINA”

COLUMBIA DEFENDER 29’

Great sailer, with 5 berths, diesel engine, Datamarine elec¬ tronics and much gear. Unique unstayed masts, effortless sailing. Sacrifice. $47,500. Will consider small boat in trade (415) 493-5923 (e)

Immaculate, 1969. Completely rebuilt Atomic 4, main (jiffy reefing), 150%, 110% (reefable 90%), D.S., VHF, K.M., RDF, 2 compasses, shore power, stove with oven, sterqo, cockpit cushions, Danforth anchor. Alameda berth. Much more. $27,000. 325-5400 (after 5 p.m.)

1963, looks ’83, Totally rebuilt, custom teak, mahogany in¬ terior. Bridge deck, oversize rigging. Ultimate full keel cruiser, S&S design, new engine, electrical, propane, 7 bags, custom hatches, LP paint, dinghy, electronics, etc. $26,900. Trade possible. Must sell. (213) 821-3329.

MARINE SURVEYOR

CHARTER FOR THE PACIFIC CUP C&C 38 “Alliance’’. Outstanding racing equipment & all required safety gear from recent TransPac/offshore campaigning. Superb condition. Also equipped for doublehanding (spin¬ naker, self-steer, equipment). PHRF 114, and 27.0’ IOR. Placed 5th in class ’83 Danforth. (415) 383-3756 (h) / (415) 979-3329 (w)

BRIAN O DONOGHUE And Sailboat Consultant (415) 461-6347

A CRUISING GUIDE TO FRENCH POLYNESIA By Fred Boehme 160 pages, 80 sketches with current information on islands, passes, anchorages, weather, etc. Send $24.95 check or money order to author, 1290-D Maunakea St., #259, Honolulu! Hawaii 96817. Allow 4-6 weeks delivery.

SAIL SAN FRANCISCO BAY $10.00 Ericson 27 Estuary berthed

VENTURE CAPITAL Established marine business seeks venture capital for yacht manufacturing in U.S. and/or

hand-screened with the name of your boat and crew. All sizes/colors-SI2.00

TEA FOR TWO SHIRTS

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Have your own personalized T-shirts and accessories beautifully

USCG Skipper Lessons free SUNSET CHARTERS

ABAFT MATEYSH! get ship shape for the seasonni .

1974 F/G internal ballasted C/B sloop with Sausalito berth. New dark blue Awlgrip hull. Nine-ft beam, wheel steering, 9.9 Johnson electric-start, 4 sails, 5 winches (2 oversize self¬ tailing) and much more. Must sell. (415) 383-9499.

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Call 633-5217 Lucus Scott.

901 Parker St. Berkeley, 849-1244 page 198

FORCE 5

35’ ERICSON

15’ racer/daysailer with trailer. New, never used sail, mast, DB, rudder, and rigging; excellent hull of hand-laid f/g. $1,200, no checks. San Rafael. (415) 228-4862 / (415) 620-2830.

1972, Sausalito berth, new uphol. Engine overhaul ’83. 11 bags of sails, ped. steering, adj. backstay. $40,000. Call owner (415) 755-5840 (d) / 456-2069 (e).

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1978 FORCE 50 KETCH

Race-ready and competitive. New North main and jib, John¬ son 6 hp OB, km, dark blue poly., Oakland berth. $14,000/offer. 521-6153 (e), Paul.

Luxury live-aboard, honest coastwise cruising vessel. 7’ headroom, 2 heads w/showers, 1 tub. Refrig./freezer; ex¬ panded fuel cap. Autopilot, VHF SSB, new upholst., sailcovers & Dodger/awning. Sacrifice $107,000. Box 739, Bolinas, CA 94924 / (415) 868-1759

“THALES” 37’ PETERSON COASTER SCHOONER 1966, Iron fastened mahogany over oak. 48 hp Perkins diesel, well travelled boat. Ready to do Master Mariners again or circumnavigate. Only $69,000. Surveyed replacement $117,000. (916)241-8600.

82 SANTANA 35 Fully equipped. $65,000 or best reasonable offer. (408) 371-1897

Asking $2,800.

MERIT 25 1 can’t race my boat this season because of a screwed up work schedule. The boat is ready for MORA (MORC) and willing. 1 will entertain charter and/or purchase offers. Call (415) 835-2463.

REWARD

EL TORO

One case of Heinekens for the lead to and purchase of a F.G. fixed keel “Rat” boat!! I’m sure you’d like to get rid of a cer¬ tain boat in your marina! (707) 545-4955 (8 to 6).

Sailnetics MK III Pineapple Mylar Minimum Class Wt. New. $1050. Will deliver most areas. (209) 264-1390

TAYANA 37’ PILOTHOUSE

FOR “SAIL”

Perkins 4-108, cutter, documented. Mariner furling, Datamarine electronics, Polaris VHF. 2kw gen., microwave, pro¬ pane, CQR & Danforth w/chain/rode, EPIRB, Manover, full set canvas, inflat., Davits, cust. int., cruise ready. $89,000. Randy (213) 832-3361 x.4732(d)/(213) 437-0375(n) M dock

International Olympic Class Finn (US 650), Newport hull, Needlespar mast (3M), Cook rudder, Oak tiller, North sail (3T+B), air bags, nice floorboard, good trailer, '84 tags, ex¬ cellent condition. $1,800. (707) 422-8075 or leave message at (714) 557-6859

LUKE PROPANE STOVE Stainless steel Heritage model recommended by Donald Street. Oven, 2 burners, gimbals, hose, fittings, regulator, 2 20-lb. tanks. Mint condition. Replacement value over $1,000. $650 firm. Message (415) 589-2246. Thompson, Box 5480, Vallejo, CA 94591.

DIESEL ENGINE PERKINS 4108 Complete overhaul — no transmission. Phone (415) 233-7213.

J-24, 1981

1973 RANGER 37

Excellent condition. Dry sailed only. Trailer & outboard in¬ cluded. Four sails, recently overhauled by saiimaker. Four Barient winches, 2nd genoa halyard, halyard stoppers. $14K. Mike (415) 321-5289 (e)

Beautifully maintained by original owner. Always fresh water moored. 9 sails, 14 Barients, Signets, VHF, DS, FWC Westerbeke diesel plus much more. Complete offshore pack¬ age available extra. $58,500. Randy, (206) 784-5437 Seattle

16 FT. INTERNATIONAL CONTENDER FOR SALE — TAYANA 37 PILOTHOUSE

Australian constructed, cold-molded cedarwood, super com¬ petitive, excellent condition, incl. trailer, covers, accessories. The ultimate singlehanded dinghy. See to appreciate! Sacrifice at $2,500. Dan (415) 751-0687 (p.m.) / (415) 234-4334 (a.m.)

SAIL 671 GRAY MARINE DIESEL

Cruise ready and just returning from Mexico, well equipped. Will be in San Diego mid-March. For info, list of equipment and appointment to see, call Mike (916) 423-1931.

With Allison hydraulic shift direct drive. Reverse gear. Runs good. $2,500. (415)726-6994.

CATALINA 27’ “CALLISTO” 14 WHITEHALL FOR SALE

A real beauty, well equipped w/many extras. Must see to ap¬ preciate. Anchors, head, holding tank w/macerator pump, knotmeter, depthfinder, compass, 110, 150, club jib, spin¬ naker. A super Bay or Delta boat. $18.000/B.O. (209) 951-3500

ERICSON 38 By owner. Must sell. Fully equipped. Attractive price. 932-3537 (e)

CHALLENGER 32

CLASSIC SLOOP FOR SALE

Responsive, stiff, comfortable sloop. Furling, jiffy reefing, flasher. 11' beam, 6’3” headroom, mahogany interior, teakholly sole. Enclosed head-shower, hot-cold pressure water. 70 hp diesel, dodger, awning, custom traveller. Great liveaboard, excellent condition. $45,000. (415) 366-6643 (e).

Sacrifice at $8,900.1972. Fast. 6 winches. 10 sails. Berkeley upwind berth. Call Dave (415) 834-2010 (d), 531 -’7225 (e).

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CANADIAN ENDURANCE 35 (CUTTER) Custom built for coastal and offshore cruising. FG hull, teak decks and interior, Saab diesel, in mint condition. Sailed Mexico, Hawaii and Pacific NW. US $85,000. Ben, 855 Premier N. Vancouver, VTJ-2G7 Canada for info.

MARINE SURVEYOR

FRANK OLIVEIRA

For the Highest Quality, Dependability and Lowest Prices In Marine, Automotive and Industrial Batteries Call San Rafael Welding Supply (415) 457-0550

Call Bafora 9AM Of Aftar 6PM

SAIL CLEANING OCEANIA

BOAT REPAIR Installation Woodwork Painting

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1-week Repairs

523-9011 (415) 931-6122 Carpentry Fiberglass Plexiglass

,1983 model, 3 hp, standard shaft. Used about an hour. $425. 892-2988 or 883-5155

1979 Eastern boat, drysailed, tandem wheel trailer Hot Dip galvanized, 6 hp outboard motor, boat cover, knotmeter, and more. $16,500/offer. (415) 992-3561 (5 to 8 p.m.)

MARINE BATTERIES

Restoration Refinishing Repair

SEAGULL 55 PLUS CLUTCH

Ed Monk 25,1947. Cedar on oak. Beautiful boat, in excellent condition. No rot. Fully set for local cruising or great Bay sail¬ ing. You ’ll be pleasantly surprised. 8.5 K. (415) 453-1029 /(415) 459-1857

RANGER 23

EAST BAY

F/G hull by Rowcrafters, custom finished, $999.99. Sextant Tamaya Regulus II (77), $299.99. Navigation calculator, Tamaya NC2, $99.99. 523-8090 (e) / 237-3251 (d)

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FJ 4228 ’83 National, 79 World Champion FJ built by Sailnetics. In race condition. Proctor mast, Schaeffer boom, new Sailnetics centerboard & rudder. Ullman/Hard sails, in excellent condi¬ tion or new. Extra jib & spinnaker. Boat cover, trailer. $3,500. (415) 368-9305 (e)

25’ FLEUR BLEUE SLOOP Classic mahogany cruiser/racer with 9 sails, all electronics, depthsounder, ship-to-shore, sleeps 4, with Sausalito berth, other extras, immaculate. $11,950 by owner. Julian Peabody (415) 461-7000 (any day or time)

L-24 FOOT MINI-CRUISER Full keel, 5 sails, lines led aft, depth sounder, VHF, FM cassette, 7.5 Honda, Dodger, new bottom paint, sleeps 4. Reasonable Sausalito berth. Price $6,700. Call Val (415) 359-7225.

53’ CUSTOM GARDEN KETCH Great sailing, comfortable cruiser, fine liveaboard. Cedar on oak. Caterpillar diesel; 3KW Onan generator; fully cruiseequipped including sailing dinghy; heavy ground tackle; frig/freezer; fresh water and diesel tankage of 400 gal. each; holding system; two hedds; VHF, RDF; knot-log; and much more! Has cruised extensively, ready to go again. Asking $99,900. For full details call Bill Hausser at (619) 483-8772 or write P.O. Box 6137, San Diego, CA 92106.

RHODES 33 Mahogany planked hull, built 1939 at Southcoast. Excellent sails, Watts main. Barients; traveler; Harken outhaul. Radial head spinnaker and gear. Been in fresh water 10 years. Well maintained. $8,000. (702) 293-3150 N.

FOR SALE 1980 — 37' Irwin. Excellent condition. Real Bargain — will sell for balance of loan. Call 331 -5449 after 5 p.m.

SANTANA 22 Sail No. 5195, an always highly competitive boat. In excellent condition for either racing or safe cruising. Richmond berth. $6,500. (415) 524-3348 (e).

STONE HORSE 23’ Full keel, top quality cruiser by Edey & Duff. Double headsail rigged sloop with all lines led aft. Comfortable interior with wood cabin heater and sumptous seats. Diesel inboard, Avon inflatable, anchors, much more. Must see. Located Treasure Island. $20,900. (415)846-1583.

“STINGER” A 27-foot European built fiberglass sloop. Great race record, large sail inventory, Brooks & Gatehouse electronics. Prefer cruising? 6 bunks, galley, dinette, navigation'station. Quality. $23,950. (415) 326-6484.

COLUMBIA 15 Ideal day sloop for family — large open cockpit. 3 sails. Trailer. Cover. Excellent condition. Fiberglass hull with builtin flotation. Simple and fun to tow, rig and sail. Must sell — buying bigger boat. All for $1,995. Call Jack (415) 794-1142.

1984 CREW LIST PARTIES

COLUMBIA 28 Terrific S.F. Bay boat. Built 1969. New LPU. Fully equipped. Fin keel. Volvo diesel engine. Sleeps six. VHF, AM/FM, fatho., teak interior, cushions, 3 bags sails. All in excellent condi¬ tion. Located Emeryville. Price $19,000. 937-5539.

HAWAII BOUND I’m moving to Hawaii May/June ’84. Need one female crew¬ member to help me move my boat. Will cruise inter-island for two months. Non-smoker. Boat berthed in Ventura. Call (213) 790-2256

ISLANDER BAHAMA 24 Well kept, lifelines, Honda outboard, jiffy reefing, alcohol stove, full cushions. Just step aboard and cruise Bay and Delta. $7,000. (707) 546-9372. \ \

Wednesday, April 4th and Thursday, April 5th See Sightings for details

ISLANDER 28 — 1978 Immaculate. 110 lapper, new 135 Pineapple genoa, Martec prop., self-tailing Barients, low hr. Atomic 4, VHF, knotmeter, depth sounder, teak/holly sole, stereo/tape, extensive canvas covers, safety gear, ground tackle, much more. $34,500. (408) 267-5948

PARTNERSHIP WANTED Want to buy 1/3 to 1/2 interest in Islander Bahama 24, Nor¬ dic Folkboat, or similar sturdy cruiser. 1 would also consider shopping for same with compatible partner(s). Call Dave (415) 863-8500 x.286 (d) / (415) 334-0258 (e)

ONE BOAT TOO MANY You won’t find a better buy on a good racer/cruiser than this Islander 30 II. A good boat with good gear and only $23,500 Call 837-3592

CATALINA 27 1980 Diesel inboard, popular side dinette model, excellent condition, 60%, 110%, 150% headsails, jiffy-reefed main, vang, tabernacled mast, split backstay, VHF-RDF-KM-D/S 12/120V wiring etc., etc. Looking for larger boat. $23,900. (408) 356-2003 (e) or (408) 353-7700 (d)

CREW NEEDED 40’ trimaran — will cruise Delta, Bay, Hawaii this summer, Mexico next fall. Need experienced crew whose age or sex is not important. Crew must be willing to help cover expenses, prepare boat, and have fun. Box 414, Folsom, CA 95630.

SILICON VALLEY GIRL Strong, dark-eyed, peaceful and pretty. Love big boat sailing (38’ +). You’re the guy next door, but keep your boat in S.F. or Marin. Happy to cook, crew, shine... Carole 851 -3795.

SAIL THE GREEK ISLANDS Looking for 3 or 4 persons to share the cost and pleasures of chartering a 40-ft sailboat this June. Phone ,Ben (415) 642-1021 (d) or Leo (415) 528-3340.

CLIPPER 30 Cruiser or liveaboard, clean, sharp, roomy, new engine, assumable loan, Estuary berth. $11,950 or best for fast sale. (408) 255-1666

VENTURE 25 New-Bowsp., carpets, 6 hp Chrysler OB, Port, head, 24-ft. spinnaker and pole, 180 Lapper, 170 Hi Clew, 150 Jib, BBQ, cushions, lifejackets, 2 anchors, trailer. Never in salt water. Many extras. Great family boat. $6,000. (916) 791-7403

26’ CHRYSLER SLOOP 1979, Herreshoff designed. A good stiff Bay boat. 3 sails, Chrysler 10 hp OB. Sleeps 5.6’ headroom, galley, head, VHF, CB, stereo, fathometer, new canvas weather curtains & jib bag. Must sell, buying a larger boat. Peninsula Marina berth (408) 257-4916 or 725-8136

1978 ERICSON 27’ CHARTER BOAT — $28,500 Fully equipped, 2 headsails, spinn., inboard diesel, pedestal steering, VHF stereo, knotmeter, depthsounder, head. 5 ber¬ ths. Already in charter program, including Alameda berth. Call 523-1465 (e)

S2 11.0 METER 36’ — 1980 Fully equipped. Immaculate condition. Brickyard Cove berth. $69,900. (415) 924-7773 / (415) 924-2743 (e)

CREOY LEE OFFSHORE 40 YAWL Sale by original owner. Rugged fast, manueverable, beauti¬ fully maintained world cruising yawl. Tri-cabin, 2 heads, shower, sky-ports, s/s sinks, 4 cyl. diesel (only 122 hrs), hot/cold water 100 gal cap. VHF, RDF, full instru., roller reef. $75,000. (415) 388-3518 (early a.m. & eve.) RAWSON 30 Divorce sale, '62 doc. vessel. 9 oz sails & club jib, VHF. Rigged for cruising, new haulout B-90, new overhauled , Atomic 4 engine, sound, well maintained. $19,000 firm (707) 823-5755 (after 6:30 pm) or Box 520, Sebastopol 95472 FOR SALE BY OWNERS Kettenburg 41, classic sloop. Diesel, just surveyed, hauled, refurbished. $49,300. 935-1768 (d) 938-1091 or 841-0804 (e)

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ENJOY THE BEAUTY

ERICSON 23

OF SAILING SAN FRANCISCO BAY ABOARD 40-FT SLOOP Fast and Forgiving Phone Spinnaker Charter Co. (415) 332-1171 1001 J Bridgeway, no. 114, Sausalito, CA 94965

SAILBOATS FOR SALE Sunfish for $450, Banshees for $475, FJ’s for $500 Plus similar savings on Coleman canoes, Gremlin sailboats and Pioneer dinghies Call (408) 395-6755 days or (408) 253-9925 evenings for more details. Vasona Sailing Center Lake Vasona County Park, Los Gatos

Great Bay Boat! 7 bags including spinnaker. 6 hp OB, portable head. $5,500. Stan (415) 861-2587 'v'' and leave all your personal business management to us — banking correspondence mail forward many local services as well Peg Blair (415) 332-3110 Sally Austin

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READ'S SEWING MACHINE WYLIE 34 — 1980 This boat is a champion. Fast as hell. Easy surfer. Very stable downwind. Yet it has an excellent cruising interior: varnished mahogany & teak, 5” cushions, CNG stove/oven. Includes: 6 sails, Loran C, VHF, knot/log, depth, wind, 2 compasses, and much more. In excellent condition. Cleanest Wylie 34 on the Bay. Asking $65K. Call Nick at (415) 852-7530 (d) / (415) 326-9763 (e)

Like new with carrying case. Can be used with electric motor or manually. Super for cruising. $395. Fred or Anona Leichtfuss (415) 634-2893

SEXTANT Tamaya 833 Jupiter with 2 scopes. As new, $580.442-7280 days, ask for Mr. Bader.

FIBERGLASS DAWSON 26 ERICSON 29 Well maintained 1971. Spinnaker plus 4 sails. Kerosene stove, 2 anchors, 2 batteries, holding tank, pressurized water, 11 Ov shore power, radio, more. Lines lead aft. Berth at Coyote Point. Asking $27,750. (415) 574-3658.

Stiff, dry Bay boat. Great Delta. Swing keel — 22” to 5V2'. Inboard gas. Center cockpit. Sleeps 5. Private aft cabin. Head. Wheel steering. Stainless steel rigging. Galley. Dinghy. Ladder. Sunshade. Knotmeter. Depth sounder. Life jackets. Much more. $16,500. (415) 388-1367.

UNUSUAL OFFERING

NORDICA 16

A Classic 45’ yawl — TransPac winner 1936 and again 13 years later. For sale with a marine instrument manufacturing business. Yacht is integral with business and is capitalized and expensed accordingly. $45,000 Full Price. P.O. Box 463, Dana Point, CA 92629

SUPER CAL 29

FG, canoe stern, sloop. Built in Canada for Great Lakes. 15%’x6’2”x20”. Incl. trlr., O.B., cuddy cabin w/2 berths, genoa. $3800. Will consider partial trade for trlr. for 25' full keel boat or BMW motorcycle. Tom Smith, P.O. Box 931, Eureka, CA 95501, (707) 822-6167 eves.

1974 loaded with gear; full North inventory, 7 Barients, pres¬ surized hot water, all new wiring, electronics, newly rebuilt Atomic 4, CNG range, stereo, race or cruise. SF rental berth. Must sell soon, $29,000. Call Randy 621 -6968 evenings.

WE WANT TO ACQUIRE A CRUISING SAILBOAT Sometime during next 12 mpnths. Ideally 42’-48', good cond., worthy of So. Pacific. We will be partnershipping pur¬ chase & therefore need seller who’s willing to keep a share or give us time to put our partnership together. Please con¬ tact David Kindopp, 400 E. Gobbi St., Ukiah, CA 95482.

CUSTOM RAWS0N 30

1977 36’ UNIFLITE DCFB

This is a superb boat constructed to meticulous standards by aircraft engineer. Quality mahogany and teak interior joinery. Teak exterior trim. Volvo diesel. Heavy duty rigging. Exten¬ sive inventory. Boat is in pristine condition. $33,900. (415) 457-0615

Estrella Del Mar, 1/2 partnership, 14K plus assume loan and expenses at $700/mo. Has all electronics and options avail¬ able, custom interior, does 30 knots +, and Sausalito berth. G. Gray, (408) 255-0900 x.2529 (d) / (408) 997-7866 (e)

WABBLE WOUSER

26’ EXCALIBUR SLOOP

38’ YACHT TRAILER

Best, driest Bay boat this size. Active racing club. New 7.5 hp Evinrude. Inflatable dinghy, ladder and more. 110/12 volt bat¬ tery/charger. Berkeley berth included. $8,000. Will finance at 10%. (415)339-0607.

Air brakes, 5th wheel for truck, elec, lights, 8’ beam, 26’ keelwell, 8 supports and adjust, screwjacks, heavy duty axle & 4 wheels, adjust, dolly. $8,000 value for $4,000 or trade for car. 355-5831.

Wiley Wabbit: Ultrafast ultralight 24' keelboat, PHRF is 150. Two sets of sails, one is unused. Spinnaker and gear. Two short freshwater seasons. $8,500 with galvanized trailer. Delivery possible. (406) 731-3428 (wkdays) / (406) 849-5717 (wknds).

1974 HERRESCHOFF EAGLE 22’ Traditional styled gaff-rigged sloop has the beauty of teak with low maintenance of a fiberglass hull. Full bowsprit and centerboard. Perfect for Delta. 6 hp Evinrude. Paradise Cay berth. Bristol condition. $10,000/best offer. 453-3422 / 457-6075

OLSON 30 WANTED — BOAT MAINTENANCE PERSON 1 have a Catalina 30 in Emeryville that needs a regular boat wash and teak touch-up every 3 weeks. High school or col¬ lege student. $4.50/hour. Dean 781 -4200.

Hull 52, 11 sails (Swenson-DeWitt-Pattison), Volvo IB, fold, prop, custom int., rigging/lines all run aft, Datamarine, C. Plath, VHF, trailer, new bottom paint. Fresh water sailed 6 mo/yr. Replacement $43,000/asking $33,750. Will trade & cash for mint Wabbit. (916) 541-0176, (916) 577-2340.

SHARE CS33

1979, 26' HORTSMAN TRI

HAWAII CREW

Lowest cost way to enjoy Bay sailing, either day, weekend or longer. She is set-up for short-handed cruising. All sheet winches are 2 speed self-tailing. She has full size galley, head, nav. station and sleeps 4. Call Will (415) 966-4191, 872-2544.

Cold molded, best materials, professionally built, well equipped. Sailed to Mexicp and back. Good looking, good condition, good performing. Must sell. $5,800. Larry (415) 797-1324

Attractive, vivacious female, 33, wants to crew on "Pacific Cup Race” boat. Excellent cook! Will share expenses, help provision and prepare boat. Have courses in piloting, celestial navigation, meteorology, first aid. Eventual desire — South Pacific cruising! Heidi (415) 752-0625.

CLASSIC RHODES 39’ Sausalito berth; replanked new alum, mast, s/s rigging 1977, new stern/transom 1982, 7A cockpit, lifelines & pulpits, Shipmate L.P. stove/oven, s/s sinks, sleeps 4,65 hp Univer¬ sal. Needs varnishing of cabinhouse. Reduced from $55,000 to $39,000. 355-5831.

SAUSALITO SLIP

TREMOLINO

32-foot slip available for months of April to October 1984 in¬ clusive, 11 feet wide, with electricity and dock box. (408)

23’ trimaran (includes complete Hobie 16’), light, fast, trailerable, sleeps 2. This boat has cruised in Fiji. $5,800. Bill (415) 843-4512

356-7440.

BAJA SAILBOARDING Unique beach camping expeditions offer Sunfish, Sailboards, La Paz and Cabo San Lucas connections. Save time and money sleeping aboard customized coaches while en route. Enjoy cookouts and good company. Full moon sailboarding — special leaves April 13th. “Nothing like your last bus ride” GREEN TORTOISE (415) 285-2441

READY OUTBOARD SHOP 245 GATE 5 ROAD, SAUSALITO NEW AND USED MOTORS Inflatable Dinghies and Tenders (415) 332-5233 9 to 5

MARINE CUSTOM BOAT REPAIR boat carpentry remodeling free estimates FRANK SAYRE

dry rot repair refinishing contemporary techniques 897-4461

CHARTER ENDEAVOUR 37 UNBELIEVABLE RATES $500/weekor$100/day < $1,000/week or $175/day August through February ' March through July Luxuriously equipped for sail or liveaboard while in the Bay Area Reserve NOW (4151 553-0460

MARINE DOCUMENTATION SANDRA K. HANSEN Attorney at Law

from B. AXELROD AND COMPANY 521-5500

1120 Ballena Blvd. Alameda, CA 94501

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Teak Lumber/Plywood By appointment only: (415) 626-4949 / 201 Florida St., San Francisco

SUPPLIES

SAIL AN ISLANDER ‘36’

Trial size quart kit penetrating epoxy “Fix-Rot”. UPS in Calif, for $15 incl. tax/shipping. Special purchase for winter haul-out Navy Formula 1020-A Tributyltin Fluoride 22. Tin base bottom paint $150, now only $90/gal. “Better than Detco Grove" 2 part black poly¬ sulfide deck seam compound now $40/gal. kit. Call or write for catalog: Morgan's Marine, 600 Petaluma Blvd. North, Petaluma, CA 94952 or, (707) 763-5111

Seafarer Sailing Club out of Berkeley Marina has membership available, $225 rent/mo., 60 days work-free sailing per year. ‘Seafair’ is in first class condition and fully equipped. Call (916) 756-3918.

FAMILY SAILING 1/4 interest in Newport 30 II for sale. Very well equipped for family sailing, cruising in Bay and Delta. Berthed in Sausalito. Call Jon 726*6131 (e), 627-5471 (d)

TRITON 1963 Bristol built, #388. Excellent condition, 5 sails plus spinnaker, VHF, depth sounder, Signet knot, Barient winches, new upholstery, $19,800. (415) 327-9297.

CAL 25 1967 model, well equipped, 6 sails, VHF, 6 hp O/B, anchor, safety gear, etc. Coyote Point berth, good race and cruise boat. $8,500. Call (415) 726-3342 (after 6 p.m.).

GARAGE SALE Seagull 110 outboard, FNR, long shaft, 5 hp. Never used, in crate, $570 or trade for Windsurfer. Used Evinrude 6 hp out¬ board $125. Used Fiat 12 hp outboard $250. 10’ folding Porta-boat $90. (408) 970-1755 / (408) 946-3874.

MORGAN 38 PARTNERSHIP Partner wanted for Morgan 38 berthed in Sausalito. Ab¬ solutely bristol condition, coastal cruise equipped. Roller furling, refrigerator, propane stove. Easy to sail and very elegant. 332-2331 for details.

1977 BRISTOL 29.9 Fa§t, spacious and able cruising boat. Classic lines. Excellent condition, diesel, wheel steering, dodger, 4 sails, 5 winches, lots of equipment. $49,500/offer. (415) 932-5005 (e).

TILLERMASTER Extension arm for wide cockpit, extra motor drive cord, oarlock mount course dodger and 25' cord. $335 Ray Hut¬ ton, (415) 522-0562.

CATALINA 22 WITH TRAILER Excellent condition. Pop-top, Evinrude O.B., swing keel, porta-potty, and compass. * $6,000. (415) 962-9360 (d) Ask for Ray / (408) 266-6589 (e)

CHARTER PARTNER WANTED Need 25-50% partner in season long charter of wellequipped 33-38’ sloop. Candidate boats already identified. (415) 671-7370

CAL 2-29 1977 Original owner, Faryman diesel, natural gas stove, excellent condition, VHF, stereo, depth sounder, speed-distance. Part¬ nership possible $30,000. (415) 237-5490 (d) / (415) 937-5323 (n).

46-FT NALU II Modern flush deck Lapworth sloop built in 1954. 5 time TransPac winner and has cruised extensively. Comfortable, dry liveaboard. New teak decks, Westerbeke diesel, Aries vane, Loran C, shower, refrig., etc. Bronze fastened mahogany hull in very good cond. $59,000. 236-9817.

EL TORO #6118. Mahogany. Built by Smith. Top shape. Two masts. $500. (415)661-6267.

O’DAY 23 Excellent condition. Many extras and rigged for easy trailering. Includes Galv. trailer with power winch. Priced $8,000 below comp, new boat, and this one is ready to sail or trail. Call (408) 251-0687 (after 6)

CREW POSITION WANTED Woman with limited sailing experience but strong desire seeks crew position on boat headed for Mexico, Hawaii or South Pacific this spring. Please contact Rene at (307) 733-8355 or P.O. Box 95, Kelly, Wyoming'83011.

FORCE 5 14’ fiberglass sloop, 4’10” beam, crew capacity 500 lbs. Boat, spars, sail and rigging have been well cared for and are in excellent condition. Included is light-weight trailer pur¬ chased new in 1983. $1,400. Rich (415) 537-2429.

BRITISH SEAGULL 2 HP OUTBOARD MOTOR (Used only in Delta), $200. Mark II Self-Steering Windvane (Heavy duty stainless steel — simple design), $500 (415) 841-6962

WANTED LADY FIRST MATE Captain 43. Spiffy 53-ft work yacht motorsailer. A year hard commercial work and boat maintenance. Paid boat share. Unglamorous, economical lifestyle now. Then world travel. Some boating and fishing experience helpful. All national¬ ities. (415)236-3082. EXCALIBUR 26 Race/cruise, active one design fleet and thrilling to sail, ex¬ cellent condition, 7 sails (new spinnaker), VHF, ready for ocean, Berkeley leeward slip. Asking $10,500. Call Stu 592-4161

25 FT. NORDIC FOLKBOAT (FIBERGLASS) Great Bay boat for family or racing. Fast and stable. Excellent condition. Full boat cover, dock box, and outboard included. $14,500. (415)865-3865.

ERICSON 30+ PARTNERSHIP x Fully equipped outstanding cruiser berthed at Oyster Point. Looking for 50 percent partner with or without equity. Richard Petty 572-8694

CATALINA 30 1982 model, excellent condition. Must Sell! $32,000 have pink, phone for details — Dan (805) 528-0771 / (805) 528-7826 (anytime).

1966 EXCALIBUR 26 VHF-FM, 3 mains, 3 jibs, spinnaker gear, new mast partner system, rebuilt outboard, racing bottom. Full galley, enclosed head. Active class organization. Fast, fun racer/cruiser rating 216 PHRF. Alameda berth. $9,950. 581-6141.

FOLKBOAT Debutant model, built 1960 Denmark. Mast, boom, riggings 2 years old. Varnished hull, epoxied bottom with hard vinyl paint. Eclipse sails 3 years old. New interior cushions. Fresh varnish/bottom paint. S.F. Marina berth. $9,500/best offer. (415) 326-0498 (eves/wkends)

1982 CATALINA 25 Fixed keel, Honda 10 hp, VHF, depth sounder, compass, shore power, marine head w/holding tank, main, 110, 150 genoa, whisker pole, 2 speed primaries, halyards led aft with two single speed Maxwell #16 winches. $16,000. Dan Reed (415) 799-0643

J-36 — P.D.Q.-I Fast race/cruise boat. Diesel, 6 bags North sails, Loran, VHF, Edison wheel, 8 Barient, CNG stove/oven, ashwood interior, pressure water system, many extras. Launched Lake Tahoe '81, Bay Nov. ’82. $95,000. 332-3548 / 621 -3180.

IMPETUOUS (EX-MIRAGE) Race competitively on S.F. Bay with this C&C design custom 40-footer. Excellent race record which includes Big Boat Series wins and IOR season championship. Actively for sale. Call for details, M. Erickson 376-5151

HANDS-ON FUN.

Have fun learning heavy weather sailing, anchoring, naviga¬ tion, spinnakers & advanced skills. Join Solo TransPac skipper Mike Pyzel on a personally tailored Ocean Training Cruise in Santa Barbara’s offshore isles. Write or call PYZEL NAVIGATION, 86 Olive Mill Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93108. (805) 969-4195 (24 hours)

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^ Catalina 27 inboard. Immaculate condition. Fully equipped, VHF/RDF/DS/KM/Compass, dinette interior, 100/150/Spinnaker. Oakland Estuary berth, maximum two parties (415) 271-4260 (d), (415) 283-3503 (e)

LINDA WEBER-RETTIE DELIVERS YOUR BOAT SAFE, SOUND, WHOLE Wanted: Summer '84 deliveries, to/from Hawaii. 22,500 m. of No. Pac. crossings as skip¬ per, navigator, etc. Will singlehand suitably outfitted boat or skipper w/crew. Ham radio licensed. Delivery references available. 521-7172.

19’ BRITISH SLOOP Very sturdy, excellent condition. New sails & rigging. Seagull o.b. Sleeps 3 comfortably, trailerable. $4,500. Take S.F. Pelican in trade. 846-3941.

FOR CHARTER US-30, Hunter 34 Bareboat or Skipper / Located in Alameda US-30: $100/day; Hunter 34: $160/day; Skipper $100/day extra. Call: Alemeda Charters (415) 797-8370

BRONZE HULL SHEATHING Anti-fouling, non-corrosive, .005 inch thick easy to apply copper-nickel Hydro-Foil. End bottom maintenance problems. Contact HYDRO-FOIL 3241 Whitney Avenue, Sacramento 95821 (916) 487-5463

DELICIOUS RETORT FOOD POUCHES! Cooks in five minutes in boiling water. No refrigeration • Five-year shelf life (415) 692-2572 / P.O. Box 235, Millbrae, CA 94030

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SINGLE SHELL “SPIRIT OF THE LAKE” A rare treasure, at 26'x 1 ’ this full-length racing shell is fast and sleek. Constructed over 20 years ago of red cedar veneer steam bent over spruce internals, the craft is a pleasure to the eye and a delight to row. Recently restored and reinforced for safe transporting, this shell is an exotic recreational machine for exploration of the Bay and Delta. Offered com¬ plete with spooned oars for $4,000. Call (415) 234-0289.

20’ SLOOP Full headroom inside, main and jib, motor 6 months old. 1972 ferro. Has been used as live aboard. Ready to go. Located Alameda Estuary. $i 400 Call 536-5135

1978 MORGAN 41 — SLOOP Best sailing Morgan 41 on the Bay because of larger main on sloop rig. Extras including new engine. $89,950. (916) 481-4242 (d)

38-FOOT SWEDE Conqubin 38’ — very fast boat built by a quality wharf. Very good for a “beginner racer” — fast in light winds. Outstand¬ ing speed and performance, plus Swedish quality and beauty. $88,000. (415) 521-1929 or (415) 964-2384.

COLUMBIA 26 MK II — $9,750 Excellent condition. New sails. VHF, knotmeter, spinnaker 150. 653-5352 (d) / 540-1254 (e).

DENTISTS Experienced Bay Area dentist interested in partnership in your high quality dental practice. Want to buy-in/time share. Call (415) 865-6088.

GLADIATOR 24 Must sell immediately. New cushions, 7.5 Honda. Extras. $6,500/offer. (707) 255-3652.

CATALINA 22 7.5 hp Honda, swing keel, trailer and Sausalito berth. A good boat in good condition. $6,000 or possible trade. Tom (415) 332-5775 (d), (415) 453-5445 (e).

RANGER 23 Very clean 1976 boat. Well rigged racer or cruiser. All lines to cockpit, internal halyards, Barient winches. Two suits North sails, racing suit less than year old. 6 ho Evinrude. Competitive — 4th YRA 82/82. $13,000. Bill (415) 435-4835

40’ KETCH Samson design C. Smoke 40.6’ x 11.6’ x 6’. Ferro cement hull, expertly done! Almost completed. Fully equipped, many extras. Bargain price at $29,900, or best offer. Call (415)

38’ CHEOY LEE SLOOP 1978, fully equipped for liveaboard and cruising. Westerbeke, diesel heater, Loran/DS/KMA/HR, more. For inventory list call (503) 286-0204 (after 6 p.m/weekends). $92,500.

728-7075.

CLASSIC TAYANA 37 1980. Low engine hours, teak decks, VHF radio, fatho, knotlog, wind gauge, 12-volt refer/freezer. Beautiful teak inside and out. Motivation? Moving. $78,500 w/20% down, balance by owner at 8%. (415) 745-3561 (d), (408) 720-1633 (e).

20-FOOT CARANITA FOR SALE Built in 1962. Fiberglass over wood. Full keel. Recently re¬ built 6 hp Evinrude. 3 sails. Downtown Sausalito berth. This is an excellent first sailboat. Asking $3,000 or best offer. Call Joe at 332-3102

LEGACY No. 1 of the Gemini twins. 31-ft cold-molded custom Wylie racer. New rudder, new non-skid, like new Westerbeke diesel engine. Berthed in Alameda Village Marina. Make offer. 832-6563

1984 CREW LIST PARTIES Wednesday, April 4th and Thursday, April 5th

OLSON 30 “CODE BLUE” 1982, hull no. 172, perfect condition. BMW factory installed diesel inboard, 7 North sails, Signet 1000 & 2000, Micron 22 bottom paint. $34,995. Henry Kleinberg (415) 851-7065

INTERNATIONAL FOLKBOAT Superb condition. “Shearwater” is for sale. This proven full keel, Swedish-built, Southern California veteran is totally equipped for cruising and racing. New BMW diesel, new custom dodger, ss frame, sail covers, cockpit cushions. Working sails and spinnaker in new condition. Full elec¬ tronics: Impulse depth finder, Swoffer knotmeter, log, VHF, tape deck. Total safety gear for offshore cruising. Self¬ tending jib for ease of sailing. Investigate this one. $21,000. Don Miller (415) 525-5862

32’ CLASSIC WOOD CUTTER DeWitt design. Built 1939 Sandstrom yard. Isuzu diesel. New sails and rigging. Port Orford cedar on oak. heavy displace¬ ment cruising boat. $35,000. Santa Barbara slip. (805) 966-5727.

THE FINEST HAWKFARM — “PREDATOR” A 28’ Wylie-designed One-Design Sloop Sturdy — Safe — Swift Already a classic on the Bay $28,800. 5700 displ., 2700 lb. keel, 57” headroom, fractional rig, sleeps 5, diesel engine. This is the most completely equipped Hawkfarm there is! 10’s of thousands of dollars of custom work and extras you can buy for pennies. Custom galley, wir¬ ing, battery charger, real head & holding tank, reg. & racing cushions, Loran, 4 Signets, Many sails, etc., etc. Fully MORA equipped — ready for the ocean. This is the boat that in¬ spired the recent one-design class rule changes — com¬ pletely ready for the new one-design season. Contact Paul C. Altman ,428-4100 (0) or 522-0679 (h)

See Sightings for details

TACTICIAN NEEDED Sail trimmer — tactician needed, for competitive 1-36 One Design Boat. Call (415) 348-8316.

WILL TRADE $15,000 1979 21-ft Harvester Mini Motor home for equity in cruising sailboat. All offers will be considered. (702)358-1830.

FERROCEMENT 25’ Thomas Gilmer design. 3/4 finished. Some electronic gear included. Many extras. Must sell. All offers considered. Capitola, California. Steve 267-4078 or Buzz 475-6691.

INTERNATIONAL FOLKBOAT 26’ Strong. Sturdy. Full keel. Fiberglass. Very good condition. Outboard engine. Upwihd Berkeley berth. $13,950. (415) 837-1399

MARINE PLYWOOD AND LUMBER We stock Fir, Mahogany and Teak Marine Grade Plywood: 4x8, 4x4, 2x8, and 2x4 sheets We also have 4x12 Fir Plywood BOATERS SUPPLY (415) 365-7874

Professional Marine Services YACHT DELIVERY AND MANAGEMENT / COMPETITIVE RATES Gary L. Hoover / Peter M. Sutter / David Sutter 60 years of Experience Awaits Your Call (415) 332-2510 / (415) 570-5135

ARIES $1,225

MARITIME ATTORNEY

ON SALE THROUGH APRIL (Limited to gear in stock) 1801 Clement, Alameda, CA 94501 (415) 865-6088

Resolution of Construction, Repair, Collision and Lien Disputes for surveyors, owners and builders for over 20 years. Thirty-six years of Bay racing and cruising! William E. Vaughan, Esq. 17 Embarcadero Cove, Oakland 532-1786

OFFSHORE CRUISING SEMINARS

BAREBOAT SAILING CLUB

Will help planning your dream cruise and save time, money and hassles. Weekend seminar covering: boat selection, outfitting, tropical medicine, coral piloting and anchoring, much more. Lectures, slides, charts, 140 page Seminar Notebook. Tiburon: April 7 & 8; L.A.: April 28-29. $95/single; $145/couple. MAHINA CRUISING SERVICES, Box 21814, Seattle, WA 98111 (206) 784-0187.

Race/Cruise/Relax on S.F. Bay aboard a well-equipped, excellent condition, Oakland Estuary-berthed 1978 Ericson 27. Call now, sail Opening Day free. The more you sail the cheaper it gets!! Experience and qualifications required. (415) 339-2838

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BEAUTIFUL AFT CABIN NOR’SEA 27 This fully equipped, beautifully maintained Panama Canal veteran has Monitor vane, autopilot, Signet instruments, stereo, VHF, ADF, dodger, awnings, curtains, lots of covers, wood heater, spinnaker, storm jib, lots more. $42,900. Keith (805) 654-2462 (d) / (805) 658-1204 (n)

FIAT OUTBOARD AND PARTS Four new, factory sealed 6-8 h.p. motors. Two nearly com¬ plete ones for parts. A full rack of new and used parts. All for $2,300/offer. Dave Wilber (408) 425-0364.

1980 HUNTER 33 Proven Bay/ocean sloop, clean, many custom features, well equipped. Easy to singlehand, exc. liveaboard, berthed in well-protected marina. Assumable loan to qualified buyer. Asking $48,500, will consider trade for real estate and/or other property. (415) 794-7370or (408) 943-1833.

SANTANA 22 — GREAT BAY BOAT! Good condition; equipped for day sailing. 6 hp O/B. Emeryville berth. $5,600/offer. (415) 852-7890 (d); (415) 441-5345 (e)

MARINER 31 KETCH 1969 — 25 hrs. on rebuilt Perkins, 3 kw diesel gen., good ground tackle, heavy bronze worm gear steering, AC-DC fridge, autopilot, plus much more. Vessel in good condition. Liveaboard slip in Morro Bay. Must sell! Asking $45,000. (805) 922-2997

ADVENTUROUS FEMALE CREW Sail to Mexico, So. Pacific, beyond — share idyllic an¬ chorages, beautiful sunsets, new friends and exciting passages. Respond to P.O. Box 33-163, Long Beach 90801.

MORGAN 0/1 28 4 cyl Westerbeke diesel, CNG stove w/oven, refrigeration, H&C pressure water, shower, roller furling jib, dodger, stereo & more. Roomiest 28-footer around. Great Bay & Delta boat. A-1 condition. 479-5546 (e) $29,500.

1978 CAL 25 Yanmar diesel, knotmeter, radio, Tillermaster, 4 sails. Asking $18,000 or will trade up. (702) 885-5420 (d) / (702) 882-1420 (e).

FOR SALE — CATALINA 27 Nearly new Leading Edge class main & jib; spinnaker; 150% drifter, #2 & #3 genoas. 9.9 Johnson o.b. w/elec. start. In¬ ternal halyards, jiffy reef., adjust, backstay, 6 Barient win¬ ches, k.m., windspeed indicator/compass, sleeps 6. Coyote Pt. berth. $15,000/b.o. (408) 746-6566/d; (415) 328-1098/e

PEARSON 31 Lightly used 78 racer/cruiser in excellent condition. Well equipped with diesel, wheel, digital instrumentation, VHF, RDF, stereo, high-aspect 7/8 rig with tapered spar, internal halyards & controls, spinnaker, and much more. Must sell. Offers. (415)966-1795.

SACRIFICE 31’ CABIN CRUISER 4 cyl gas inboard, spacious cabins, lots of deck space, redecorated, new paint, excellent for Delta, covered slip in Alameda. $6,500 or B/0. John 523-4800 (d) / 521 -9920 (e).

FOR SALE Roberts Maritius 45 Hull. C-Flex, Fiberglass. Solid Profes¬ sional Layup. (415) 349-1735 or call (415) 570-6632 and leave message on my business tape answering machine.

28’ PEARSON “TRITON" $19,000 Buy now before Springtime hardens the price. Beautiful new paint plus berth in Gas House Cove. (415) 931 -4426.

1980 16’ HOBIE CAT Keokie, many extras, & trailer. (415) 862-2563 (wkends, eves). CATALINA 30

CT 37 CUTTER 1977, Classic Perry design, fully equipped for cruising or liveaboard; teak decks, Volvo 36 hp diesel, 76 channel VHF, autopilot, 2 sounders, etc. etc. Immaculately maintained. Now in New Orleans — just 1 week to fhe Bahamas. $80,000. (408) 238-3203.

$2,900.

ERICSON 30 1968,2 main, 100%, 110%, 150%, spin, w/chute. VHF, RDF, D.S., K.M., new stainless rigging. 12v/110v, shower, holding tank, cabin heater, refer, stereo, halon, oven, Albin 2 cyl. gas, Barient, 2 Danforth, whale gusher & more. V.G.C. $29,900 OBO. Gary 523-7204.

76 Dsl New Condition, VHF, KM, windspeed, depth sounder, blk anodised mast and boom, internal halyard, 5 bags sails, rigged for solo sailing, extra heavy rigging, backstay adjuster, much more. Survey replacement value — $45,000. Must sell $28,900 Offer. (415)934-7928.

1974 ISLANDER 30 MK II Well maintained, unusually clean, completely outfitted in¬ cluding KM, DS, VHF and many extras. Equipped with Palmer 4 gas engine and tiller. Anxious 2 boat owner must sell. Reasonable offers considered. Call Chuck Jones (408) 745-1400 (d) / (415) 326-0876 (e).

NORDIC FOLKBOAT (FIBREGLASS) No. 102. Built by Svendsen's Boatworks. Excellent condition, 2 suits sails, outboard, Alameda berth. An excellent S.F. Bay boat. $13,750. Chris Harnett 254-5734 (h), 763-2324 (w).

FOR SALE 1971 Venture 222, $3,500 1963 Sailstar Explorer, 17’, $1,500 Both have outboards and trailers (707) 964-4205

ROWING BOAT 16’9" Herreschoff/Gardner design. Double end, three seats, two rowing positions. All wood construction, bright finished. Copper rivetted lapstrake planking over spruce frames. 8 ft. spruce oars with leathers. $1,700. (415) 388-0900

COLUMBIA 26 MK II Good family boat for Bay & Delta. San Rafael berth. 6 sails includes spinnaker, 9.9 hp Johnson with electric starter. VDO knotmeter/log, VHF. Rigging one year old. $12,250. 454-8645 or 456-7347

ERICSON 27 — 1973 One owner. Fully equipped. DeWitt sails 120,150, spinnaker. VHF, depth finder, knotmeter, Lectrasan, Atomic 4, folding prop, cockpit cushions, and more. $20,500. Paul (415) 457-8080 (w) or (415) 454-1651 (h)

RARE RICHMOND BERTH Share my 40 ft. x 16 ft. berth with my 23 ft. x 7 ft. boat. An excellent opportunity to save dollars while enjoying the best facilities. If you’ve got a long narrow yacht, let’s talk. Tony (707) 963-7357

28’ WOODEN CRUISING CUTTER Sturdy built cruise ready Mexico Vet. An affordable complete cruiser with Berkeley upwind b§rth. Excellent condition, beautiful lines with Bowsprit, boomkin, transome stern, boom gallows, strong easy to handle cutter rig, 8 bronze opening ports. Warm, roomy interior, full size chart table, kero, stove/heater, lamps. 60 gal. water, exc. sail inventory, Say’s self-steering, Avon liferaft, Montgomery dinghy. Dodger, all channel VHF, RDF, EPIRB, solar panel, 3 Sestrei compasses, Freiberger sextant, windlass, anchors, etc. $28,000/o.b.o. Sacramento (916) 481 -3545 (e).

31' CRUISING YAWL Atlantic vet, British built and equipped for offshore work. F/G, teak decks, Saab diesel, Aries vane, Avon liferaft and dinghy, 11 sails, Barients, etc. Easy to handle, good sailer in fine shape. Anxious. (415) 254-8451.

MUST SELL 39’ CAVALIER 1976 New Zealand built F/G sloop race/cruise, fully equipped self-steering, diesel, spinnaker, SSB/VHF radios, 8 sails, 8 man liferaft, RDF, beautiful mahogany interior, much, much more. $61,900. Call (415) 367-1419.

ISLANDER 32 Launched Fall 1978 in fresh water lake. Documented — Westerbeke L25 diesel, wheel steering, CNG stove and oven, hot/cold water system and shower, battery charger, 120 genoa, bristol condition. $48,900. (509) 926-1511 days / (509) 924-7423 (e) KINGFISHER 22 Fiberglass. 1980. Lloyd’s specifications. 21’7"x6’11”x2’4”. 2900 lbs. Unstayed Hasler junk rig. Instant reefing. Safe, strong, comfortable. Diesel. Fully equipped. $19,000. Trailer' Chev. wagon for trailing available if desired. All prime condi¬ tion. Berthed San Francisco Bay. (415) 883-6901.

HIGH PERFORMANCE SAILING LESSONS

MARINE REFRIGERATION

State-of-the-Art Catamaran Sailing on San Francisco Bay. Beginning to advanced individualized instruction with racing opportunities. 80 to 90 percent on-the-water For further information, call (415) 668-8009

* Nau-T-KolT M Marine Refrigeration Systems in Stock

STEVE JONES

459-8659

Wood • Glass • Rigging Deliveries • Maintenance • Repairs Reasonable Rates for Reasonable Folks

• Cold-Holdover Plates Available • Repairs on all makes Refrigeration Systems • Cold-Plate System Custom Designed for Liveaboards $1,495 Schoonmaker Pt. 331-7661

Sausalito

DEEP WATER DOCK Best buy in Southern Marin. 3 large bedrooms & master suite, large living room, formal dining room, family room, gourmet kitchen with center aisle range and loads of beautiful woodgrain cabinets. 3 baths. LR, DR, FR & master suite look out onto the water. Priced at only $295,000. Eves.: 457-4000,457-3000.

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CAL 34 SLOOP

BAY/DELTA BEAUTY

Excellent condition, great sailer, 1968, roller furling, Unifridge, Loran, Omni, custom interior, VHP, D/S, Tillermaster, 8 Barients, alcohol 3 burner w/oven, apparent wind indicator, awning, Atomic 4, 30 hp recently overhauled. Must sell moving up, $38,000. (415) 398-2465 ask for Wayne.

SAILS WANTED 110 and Thunderbird. Also information on riggin and handl¬ ing 110. (415) 589-2007 / (415) 588-7653.

COLUMBIA 22 Richmond berth, Johnson 5 hp OB, roomy, clean, sleeps 4, head, galley, anchor and safety equipment and extras. $6,000. (415) 846-8892 (after 6:30 p.m.)

51' Tri-level houseboat, flying bridge with Bimini top. Sleeps 8. Complete galley, 2 electric heads, tub, sanitary system, spacious. Twin 270 s. Air conditioning, heat, live aboard, loads of extra's. Berthed Oyster Point, So. SF. Trade ’84 Cadillac. Call (415) 583-8414.

FUJI 32 CUTTER RIG

WESTSAIL 39

The best looking Fuji on the Bay. A Mexico cruise vet with 3 pages of inventory which includes; autopilot, windvane, dodger and custom canvas. A must see: P.0. Box 1749, Sausalito, 94966 or call (415) 332-8296.

Perry design, North sails, North Harken furl, Yanmar 30 hp, 3 burner propane w/oven, Edson wheel steering, LeFiell mast and boom, basic int. $64,000. Will complete to owner spec. Aerospar (619) 727-5220

LEASE OPTION, BY OWNER

COLUMBIA 31 CLASSIC CRUISER SLOOP

Flicka 24' 1978. World Class Cruiser. “Get the best, forget the rest!” Windvane and special rigging, $1,800 down. $500/month with $200 going toward purchase. 2 year term $28,000 (negotiable maybe). San Leandro berth. Vic Rogers (209) 523-1619 (d) / (209) 527-1220 (e)

Full keel centerboarder, sleeps 6, Atomic 4 log, knotmeter, windspeed, compass, VHF and AM radiotelephones, depth sounder, teak hatches, seats, cabin sole, and dinette. Bristol. Consider smaller trade. $29,000. (408) 395-9021 (e)

CUSTOM 34' RACER/CRUISER Built 1978-9 Geraghty Marine, designed by Graham & Schlageter. Hull Awlgripped white 1983. Teak deck, full teak interior, 17 North sails. All-around performer. $55,000 or best offer. Call Sue days (414) 743-4412, evenings (414) 743-7608 (Wisconsin).

CAPTAIN AND MATE U.S.C.G. Licensed Captain and mate/cook available. Motor/sail, private/charter. Well seasoned in Sea of Cor¬ tez/Baja. Fishing, diving, Spanish, college grads. For info write: Keith Radcliffe, Yacht “Baby B", c/o Port Captain, La Paz, B.C.S. Mexico.

SNIPE FOR SALE

BRISTOL 22

Sail number 19332, with trailer, great shape, must sell. Call (916) 758-0960

Handles like a dream. Good condition, 1973. Sleeps 4 com¬ fortably. Extras. Evinrude 9.8. $7,500. (415) 489-2104 (e).

CAPTAIN’S POSITION WANTED

COLUMBIA 30 Fast and dry. PHRF 180. 4 sails, spinnaker, 7 Barients, WS, KM, DS, compass, 55 ch VHF, recently rebuilt Atomic 4 with V drive, SS stove, much more. Emeryville berth. Must see to appreciate. Low $30 s, anxious, B/O. (415) 376-3929 (eves and wknds)

32’ FUJI KETCH 1976 Boat in bristol condition. 40 hp diesel engine, custom uphol. and curtains. VHF, etc. Own owner boat. $50,000. 332-5332

Liveaboard. Foreign berths preferred. Will maintain/move as required. Mature, prudent, capable with many ocean passages as Captain/Navigator of own large sailing yacht. Max Chapman, 3795 N. Angus, Fresno, CA 93726 (209) 222- 7880 / (209) 226-1936.

WESTSAIL 32 $45,500 6 sails, diesel, roller jib, 7 winches, 2-45 lb. CQR’s, 1-35,

WANT TO LEASE YOUR BOAT Reponsible couple, experienced sailors, want to lease ex¬ cellent condition 30 -35’ sloop/cutter 3 weekend days a month for sailing S.F. Bay and nearby coastal waters. San Francisco/Sausalito berth. Will pay $200/mo. & help with maintenance. References. Bob or Pam (415) 465-7260 (e)

1972 SANTANA 22 Recent survey (12/83), New: bottom paint, S.S. keel bolts, interior paint, wiring & elec, panel, curtains, hatch boards, battery and box. Rope to wire halyards, exterior woodwork, all rope and sheets, shore power, fenders, etc. etc. Also, compass, knot and log meter, Danforth anchor, life jackets, 5 bags of sails, 5 hp O.B., ’84 tags. This boat is clean and com¬ plete! Will trade for larger fixed keel F.G. “Rat” boat in need of repairs, or $5,900. (707) 545-4955 (8 to 6).

UNIQUE ONE OF A KIND BLUEWATER INGRID 38’ KETCH Teak deck, teak interior, completely equipped for cruising, Aries vane, mechancial refrigeration. 3 pages of equipment. Call for pictures and description. (805) 642-6813

chain and S/L 555 windlass, 6 man Avon raft, double back¬ stays, Avon Redcrest dinghy. Berth available (Vallejo). Health problem dictates sale. (916) 393-3119, keep trying. Or write P.o. Box 161484, Sacramento 95816.

WINDLASS AND ANCHOR Simpson Lawrence model 555,3/8 chain (proof coil) wildcat, cover, handlever and mounting hardware. $450. Bruce 22 lb anchor, $150. Both for $550. (707) 557-0356

25’ CRUISING CUTTER

FEMALE CREW WANTED

MARINER 18

Custom built Letcher design “Aleutka" shoal draft, 2’9”. Twin keel stability, Awlgrip paint, teak decks, tanbark dacron sails, vane, wood stove/heater. Lots of equipment and special features. $30,000 invested. Must sell $14,500. (415) 493-5891

Seeking female crew members for Bay cruising with a group of five sailing a 25-foot sloop berthed in San Francisco (20-30 age group, professionals). (408) 738-8412, P.0. Box 51334, Palo Alto 94303.

F.G. 18 sloop, trailer, 800 pounds, 3 hp motor, compass, an¬ chor, beaching rudder, swing keel, action boat, seats 4, pos. flotation, small cabin will sleep 2, great first Bay boat. Asking $2,400. 832-5235 or 835-5758 (leave message). Joe.

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ENDEAVOUR 37 FOR SALE A STATEMENT OF EXCELLENCE Unique teak interior design, aft cabin, shower, pressure water, refrigeration, cutter rigged, extra sails, self-steering vane. Only $78,500. Call anytime (415) 553-0460 (Leave message for Chris)

JACK MACKINNON Call anytime

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Fully equipped yachts from Anacortes or Seattle. Eripson 35 ($650), Ranger 37 ($750), Redeye 39 ($750), Islander 40 ($895), and C&C 40 ($995). For available dates please contact “Yacht Master Charters” 9500 21st Avenue NW,Seattle WA 98117. (206) 784-8429 (evenings).

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navigation from Solo TransPac skipper Mike Pyzel. Easy to follow home study course con¬ tains eight comprehensive and enjoyable charting lessons. Satisfaction guaranteed. Write or call for brochure. PYZEL NAVIGATION, 86 Olive Mill Rd„ Santa Barbara, CA 93108. (805) 969-4195 (24 hours)

GIN FIZZ 37 Fast, strong, aft cabin, fiberglass sloop. Built France 1976. Just sailed Europe-Tahiti. Available in Tahiti in excellent con¬ dition. Ready to cruise the Pacific with all essential cruising gear including: 30 hp diesel, 5 sails, Zodiac liferaft, windvane, autopilot, Lewmar winches, inflatable, Seagull, good anchor gear, gas stove, refrigerator, awning, stereo, VHF, etc. 8 berths. Bargain $58,000. Delivery arranged if necessary. Purchaser's airfare refunded. Write D. Lecadre, B.P. 112, Papeete, French Polynesia. Phone 3.97.99, Mondays 5-7 p.m. C.A. time.

ISLANDER 30 MKII PARTNERSHIP

PISCEAN

1/4 share in a 1975 fully equipped boat. 4 sails including spinnaker and gear. New diesel engine. New radio and bat¬ teries. 9 winches and much more. $1,500 down and approx. $150 a month. (415)820-5954.

1976 Ranger 33. $44,000. Race rigged; 6 sails (DeWitt), full electronics. Cruise equipped; offshore dodger, electric auto¬ pilot. Liveaboard; natural gas stove, battery charger, and much more. Very clean. (707) 944-2811 (d); (707) 745-5475 (e).

RANGER 23 ERICSON CRUISING 36 Cutter rig, graceful, traditional lines of fiberglass construc¬ tion with teak trim. Mahogany hull with ivory water line and boot top. Comfortable, roomy cockpit. Beautiful, all wood interior, forward and aft, double berth cabins, L galley and dinette, separate chart table. Diesel auxiliary. Fully equipped with original options plus added equipment for offshore x cruising. Well loved and cared for. $79,900. Call for more information (408) 997-0576

CAL 30 Full keel cutaway forefoot design. New BMW diesel, new sails, new running rigging, new interior. Spinnaker, VHF, RDF, Tillermaster, depthsounder, pressure water, knotmeter/log. All halyards led to cockpit. Alcohol stove. $26,000. (213)348-6376.

1981 J/24 SAIL NO. 8404

Barlow winches, custom built Sparcraft mast, rudder kit, pulpits, teak paneling for interior, Lexan windows, steel cradle, plans for Swan 41 interior, everything is new. Will sacrifice — will finance. (415) 783-2711 or (415) 797-2066

PACIFIC CUP Skipper, navigator, or crew available for '84. Thirty years racing experience, fifteen years blue water, and very fast. Let s go get the Cup. Contact Chris (415) 529-2656.

LET JOHN’S DREAM BE YOUR REALIZATION 38-ft Ingrid hull from Blue Water Boats. Volvo diesel aux¬ iliary, plumbing, wiring, hot water, refrigeration installed. Loving attention to cabinetry, 80% complete. Mahogany and teak for finishing included. [fell 388-0865 (e).

DRASCOMBE LUGGER

1982 STILETTO 27’ ULTRA LIGHT CAT Race ready — 5 sails incl. spinnaker w/removable cruising amenities. Perfect high performance daysailer and Delta cruiser (longer trips via custom trailer). Loaded and way below repalcement. Call owner at (408) 496-8045 (d) / (415) 949-1637 (e).

OLYMPIC 47’ KETCH Strong, spacious, fast. Cruise this season. Celestial naviga¬ tion, sail selection & radio work demonstrated enroute to your 1st overseas destination. 1974 fiberglass, aft cabin, cruise equipped $125,000. (415) 328-6087 (e) / (415) 855-2842 (d). Oliver.

HELP WANTED Experienced sailmaker to take full charge of repair depart¬ ment. Includes sewing, layout and handwork. Contact Sobstad Sails 234-8192

Traditional yawl rig 18’9” trail and day sail boat built in En¬ gland. Beautiful, strong F.G. construction. Luggers have made notable voyages incl. Webb Chiles “Open Boat Across the Pacific”. Ideal stable, family day sailer with roomy, com¬ fy cockpit. $5,900 obo. (916) 481-3545 (e).

21’ BAYLADY SLOOP

CRUISE OR RACE WITH THE 30 FOOTERS

BRISTOL 24 CUSTOM 3 pages modifications and additions. Check others new or used, then come see mine. Asking $21,500 or sensible offer. Gary (415) 522-0876 x.15 (d) / (415) 521-9889 (e)

36’ LCVP CONVERSION Chrysler straight 8, radio, depthsounder, pressurized system, hot water heater, shower, head, 3 burner propane stove/oven, fireplace, refrigerator 12 v/110. Needs finishing touches. $13,000. Trade for sail. (415) 364-4759

Double planked mahogany copper riveted, 4 sails inc. spin¬ naker. VHF, fatho, gimballed stove, $3,000. Lapstrake dinghy w/sail rig and oars, $200. 30 hp Gray Marine 4-112 engine, rebuilt w/gear box, make offer. 664-9395.

Fast 26-ft. Soverel 1976, Top 3 over 45 races, sleeps 4, sink, head, unused stove, exc. condition, new 7.5 o.b. Slip Coyote Point. 8 Sobstad sails, $17,500. (415) 574-1430.

C & C LANDFALL 38 — 1980 Fast, well equipped, quality sailing yacht for sale below book value. 1981 Hood furling system, three North head sails plus Gennaker. Much, much more! Call for details (415) 574-5661 (eve. after 6 pm).

Better than new condition with dark blue & gray custom fac¬ tory gelcoat. 4 North sails, Signet knotmeter, compass, Mariner 4hp outboard, Horizon VHF, bilge pump, spinnaker twings, graphics and many extras. Assume bank loan. Con¬ tact Tom (415) 369-2900 (w) / (415) 571-1868.

FOR SALE NEW FREYA 41 (HALVERSON) KIT

Ranger 23, 1974, berthed in Alameda, 6 sails, VHF, digital knot and speed/log, stereo, stove, Zodiac inflatable, Evinrude OB. Active class assoc. Great race and cruise boat. $12,500. Call (415) 861-2301 (anytime) or (415) 339-3120 (e).

30’ “BIRD” SLOOP “FALCON”

New sails, Barients; all race gadgets. Has won more YRA class championships than any other in last 15 years. Must sell. 523-5107 (e).

ISLANDER 34 Factory built Cruising Sloop; Bay & Delta veteran. Dodger, wheel, D/F, K/M, full galley, pressure water, AM/FM cassette, lots more, top shape. Call owner at (415) 324-1202 (d), 968-6111 (e). Asking $32M for quick sale.

470 Very fast! Feel like an Olympic champ in this boat. Trailer, 2 sets of sails. Anxious to sell, call for details. $1,100. (415) 341-3718 (e/wkends)

WANT TO TRADE My Catalina 22 + 2 (1981) and my Corvette (1977) T-Top — Value 20K for Cross Tri or a comfortable liveaboard/racer/cruiser. Living on Catalina now, need bigger home. Con¬ tact T. Gingell II, 514 Curry Ct., Manteca, CA 95336. (209) 823-0603.

BALBOA 26

EXPRESS 27 Hull #2 with trailer. Like new. In storage two years. Limited use in fresh water only. $23,200 can deliver. (406) 676-2171

Great condition, VHF, compass, knotmeter, main, club jib, 110, genoa, new Honda 10 O/B, galley, sleeps 5. Lots of storage inside & out. Trailer.able swing keel. $14,500. (209) 478-3946 (after 6 or wknds)

30' WILLARD VEGA MOTORSAIL — 1974 HORIZON 4 Cy Perkins diesel (400 hours), depth finder, autopilot, VHF radio, hailer, AM/FM cassette w/speakers, Lectra-San head w/shower. Loaded with extras. Lots of teak ex. condition. See to appreciate. (707) 374-2526 (owner).

1961, excellent condition, priced to sell, outfitted for cruising. Aries, Faryman diesel, 9 sails, S/L windlass, Avon and lots more. $42,500. Derek 383-8465.

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Waterfront Homes from $96,000 with private docks and floats. Quality brand new 12Vz' x 34' dryland garages for your boat — $100 per month. Door heights to 14’6". Free launching. Napa Valley Marina, 1200 Milton Road — (707) 252-8011

AT MARINE SPECIALTY A boater to boater service for selling used boating equipment. Ads: $2.00 per month. To receive the Bulletin or place an ad, call (916) 372-0260 or write 1629 Sacramento Avenue, Bryte, CA 95605 page 206

SAILBOAT TRAILER Save some big bucks and haul it yourself. Sell it and get your money back. Or keep it for a portable cradle. Will haul up to 37'. Electric brakes. Gooseneck type (5th wheel). $2,000.1 can be reasoned with. (408) 281 -2939.

EAST WIND 247” Pocket Cruiser. Full keel, Volvo Penta C-5 gas inboard, Nova Scotia built ’A" fiberglass, 5’6" head room/main cabin, head, berths: 2-Qtr/2-V, matching cushions throughout, int/running lights, fully molded galley, storage shelves. Slip (SD) $9,500. (619)222-2392.

1963 COLUMBIA 26' S&S design, full keel, Palmer P-60 i.b. LPU mast, new stand‘ ing/running rigging 5/82. Twin head stays, self-tend. jib, roller furl 150%, 6 bags sails, RDF, VHF, depth, stereo, main/jib covers. Full boat cover! Achilles inflatable, anchors, bow roller. $13,000. Robert (415) 757-7165 (after 5 pm).

CORONADO 41 1975 super liveaboard with 6'5" walkthrough headroom,queen size aft cabin. Easy cruising with storm jib, lapper, 165 genoa, main, Perkins 4-107 diesel, Avon Redcrest, VHF, RDF, fathometer, electric windlass. Bristol clean. $64,500. (805) 985-7664

FOR SALE 37’ F.C. Double end hull. One of the best built on West Coast. 3/4” thick 7 layer mesh, 2 layers 3/16 wire, very fair lines. Must see, will make great blue water cruiser. $4,500 or best offer. Mark Harris (408) 395-1248 (e/wknds).

RHODES 33 “REVEILLE” Sails like a dream. Beautiful lines and craftsmanship. Well maintained weekend cruising/racing sloop. Sleeps 2. Barient winches. 4 sails plus spinnaker. 5 hp o.b. Boat cover. Berkeley up-wind slip. Anxious to sell. $8,000/offer. (415) 568-2129 or (415) 687-9672

CATALINA 27 1977 0B model, 3 jibs rigged to cockpit including reef, DS, KM, compass, VHF, sailready equipped. Asking $16,000. Time to move on to another boat. (707) 252-8329.

CREW POSITION WANTED — AUSTRALIA Departing March 26th for French Polynesia on “II Shea” (Cal 239). When "II Shea”' heads on to N.Z. 1 would like to sail to Australia. Please call (213) 633-8048 or write me May-October, Paula Peters, c/o Poste Restante, Papeete, Tahiti..

TOO MANY BOATS! Coronado 30. Loaded. Like new sails includes main, 150, 120, .75 & 1.5 oz. spinn. 5 winches, inboard, VHF, K/M, DS, stereo, anchor, stove/oven. Everything needed for race or cruise. PHRF=204. $19,000 firm. (415) 634-6534.

ERICSON 23 Good condition. Clean. Well equipped with 3 sails, jiffy reef¬ ing, Evinrude 6V2 hp, knotmeter, life lines, lights, stove, sink, table. $5,200. 464-4281 (d) / 537-2686 (e).

1984 CREW LIST PARTIES Wednesday, April 4th and Thursday, April 5th See Sightings tor details

SAILING INSTRUCTORS NEEDED

CATALINA 30 FOR RENT Need someone to rent my boat 2 to 3 days a month, over the next six months. The boat is well equipped, is berthed in Alameda, and rents for $85 a day. Call 654-3322 (e).

STUART E. RIDDELL Marine surveyor and consultant

HAWAII BOUND 46-ft cutter will depart on or about June 21, making her return trip to the blue waters of Hawaii. She seeks crew. Share expenses. Write skipper include phone number. J. Spivey, P.O. Box 2288, Alameda, CA 94501. Aloha.

Sailing instructors needed. Plenty of work at busy Major Bay Area Charter Co. Must have Coast Guard License and be a high caliber professional. Excellent pay scale. (415) 865-4700.

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Offering bareboat and skippered charters. Half-day, full-day, weekend, or more. Reasonable rates.

CHARTERS

(415) 386-2070

(415) 332-9036

LEADING WINCH MANUFACTURERS RECOMMEND THAT SKEET/HALYARD WINCHES BE DISASSEMBLED, CLEANED. AND LUBRICATED EACH SEASON FOR EXTENDED LIFE, AND EFFICIENT OPERATION

Palo Alto Harbor HAS SLIPS AVAILABLE

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24-ft to 40-ft In Length At $2.25 Per Foot Per Month Contact Harbormaster at (415) 856-1343 or John Walker at (415) 494-1860

WINCHES ONLY EXCLUSIVELY SERVICES SHEET/ HALYARD WINCHES WITH AN ECONOMICAL ON-WATER PROGRAM.

Paha 2500 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303

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Ron R. Romaine 415/499-9211 P.O. Box 591 San Rafael, CA

ROMAINE YACHT SERVICES Rigging • Rig Tuning • Outfitting Compass Adjustments and Repair Electronic Installation • Electrical

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Mansfield, Raritan, Electro/San, Monogram, W/C, Groco, Japsco, Par, Onan, Kohler, Perkins, Universal, GMC, etc., etc.

CALL 333-6835

MARINER 36 1971 Original Far East Yachts. One owner ketch. Perkins 4.107, roller furling, VHF, stereo/TV, diesel cabin heater, gimb. prop, stove/ oven, AC/DC refrig., autopi¬ lot, RVG vane. Asking: $77,500 Contact: Mr. Sherman days: (415) 569-9874 eves: (415) 521-9268

FLOATING HOME Bill Lapworth designed this powerful, high performance sloop for a knowledgeable yachtsman who had her constructed by one of the finest custom shipyards on the Pacific Coast in 1967. After a leisurely eight year cruise around the world she was sold and since has been extensively cruised and raced be¬ tween Canada and Mexico. She has a 135 h.p. six cylinder diesel engine with a 1,000-mile range under power. “Driver” has been recently refitted with a new boom, sails, winches and is fully equipped. With white L.P. topsides and varnished houses and rails “Driver” commands attention in any harbor. Presently laying in Sausalito, she is seriously for sale. Trades will be considered. $295,000.

Professionally built. New appliances: Jenn-air radiant/conv. oven/counter-top range, Kitchenaid dishwshr, s/s dbl sinks, garbage dispo¬ sal, built-in food proces¬ sor, 2 baths, 4 rooms w/natural redwd & ce¬ dar interior, 2 fireplaces, 220 wiring. Asking:

$112,000. Contact: Mr. Hall (415) 522-5520

Phone Owner Direct

(415) 435-9088

BOTH AT BARNHILL MARINA, ALAMEDA, CA

Maritime Legal Services.29

Schaeffer

Martec Engineering.52

Seabird Sailing School.120

Martin Yachts/M-242.67

Seagear® .74

McGinnis Insurance.78

Seaquest.50

Merriman.,.30

SeaWood, Inc.84

Nautor’s Swan...122

Serve Underwriters.84

Newport Beach Boat Show. .176

Ship's Chandlery.165

Nicro/Fico.159

Skipper’s Yacht Sales.214

Nikko Enterprises.43

Slocum

North Sails.26

Smith & Co.174

Flying Cloud Yachts. . .210

bcean

Odyssey.172

Sobstad Sails.149

Foredeck, The . . . .56

Ocean Yachts.122

Spinnaker City.120

Fraser Yachts. . . .28

O’Neill’s.18,19,20

Spinnaker Shop, The.183

Friendly Foam Shops. . . 184

Owen & Co..v. I 3

Stanford University.4

General Yachts. Inc. . . .50

Pacific Coast Canvas.47

Star Marine Electronics.133

Gianola & Sons. , . .52

Pacific Delta Insurance.62

Starbuck Canvas Works.39

Pacific Publishers.75

Stockton Yacht Sales.212

ADVERTISER'S INDEX

Golden State International. .

.57

Gorman & Thomson. .5,41

Marine.

Yachts.127

Pacific States Yachts.42

Sunset Yachts.

Joe Harris Clothing. .''■>. . . . . . .45

Palo Alto Harbor Association . 207

Survival Technologies.172

Don Hatler Yachts. . . .71

.40

Paradise Cay.67

Sutter Sails.33

Haynes Sails. . . .84

Kermit Parker Yacht Sales. . . . 55

Svendsen’s Boat Wks.10,61

Hans Christian Yachts. . . .34

Passage Yachts.6,7,8,9,14

System Three Resins.69

Hidden Harbor Marina. . . . . . .54

Peninsula Canvas.71

Tatoosh

Hinckley Pacific. Inc. . . 175

Marine.84

Peninsula Marine Services.... 120

Tedrick-Higbee Insurance.62

Al's Marine Store. . . .4

Brickyard Cove Marina. .74

Hogin

Sails. . . .31

Bob Pinkus Marine Services. ..165

Trade wind Instruments Ltd. ... 17

Alameda 1st National Bank . . . .66

Cal-Marine Electronics. .51

Hood

Sails. . . .72

Point Bonita Yachts.108,109

TransPak Insurance.22

American Coastal Cruising. . .

California Maritime Academy. 1 53

Horizon Charters.

Pryde

Twin Pines Sailing Club.210

Argonaut Yacht Sales. .210

California Sailing. .122

Horizon Sails. . . .37

Pusser’s Rum.15

U.C. Berkeley Sailing Team.

Autohelm. . . 58

Capital

Insurance. .116

Humboldt Bay Yachts. . . .52

R Yacht Sales.65,210

U.S. Yacht Bureau.30

Awahnee Oceanics. . 185

Captain George. .39

Inter-mark. .117

Railmakers.84

Vallejo

Bailiwick, Inc. . .49

Capt'n Neill Insurance. .133

J/Boats West. 36,41

Richards & van Heeckeren.3

Voyager Marine.64,185

.174

Sails.184

.32

Marine.56

B&L Sails. .174

C&G Marine. .153

Johnson Hicks. . . .21

Richmond Yacht Service.184

Walnut Creek Honda.175

Jack Barr Yacht Sales. . .48

Charter Mexico. .17

Peter Jones Yacht Brokerage .213

Alexander Roberts Co.63

West Marine

Basin Boatworks. . 116

City Yachts. .215.216

Lampe & Martin Yachts, Ltd . . .78

Romaine Yacht Services.207

Products. 80,81,82,83,85

Bay Riggers. Inc. . .79

Clock Shop, The. .74

Leading Edge Sails.

.58

‘Ruby’ for Charter.170

Western Chrome Plating.84

John Beery Yachts. .32

Cruising World Yachts. . ...11.23

Bill Lee Yachts. . . .46

Sailboat Shop.2

Whale Point Marine.76

Belvedere

D'Anna Sailing Co. .145

Libbie & Co. . .209

S.F. Bay Boat Brokers.213

Willard Marine.159

Berkeley Marine Center.... . .58

Dickerson, R.E., Insurance.

Marin Custom Boat Repair. . . .84

S.F. Bay

Don Wilson Yachts.59,213

Richard Black Yacht Designs. . .77

Downtown Marine.... .53

Marin

.56

In-The-Water Boat Show.35

Winches Only.207

Blue Dophin Yachts. .211

Downwind Designs. . . . .170

Marin Motorsports. . . .55

S.F. Yacht Service.207

Windcircle Sailing Yachts. . . .212

BMW Marine Repower. . .49

Edge water Yacht Sales. .213

Marin Yacht Sales. . . . 1-6

S.F. Yachts, Inc.60

Windships. 43,209

Boat/US. . . 47

Edinger

Sanford Wood.120

Yacht Registry.84

Boat Watch. . .52

.53,165 Electro-Nav. .58

Marina Bay. . . .68 Marine Electrical Service . . . . . 165

Santa Fe Yacht Sales.. . . 185

Yacht — Cybele.171

Boater’s Friend. .73

Emery Cove Marina. . . ..121

Marine Engineering. . . .78

Sausalito Sailing Club.45

Yacht — 62’ Lapworth.208

Boaters Supply. . . 12

Eriksson Spars.

Marine Market Place. . . .56

Sausalito Rigging & Electronics 184

Yacht — Mariner 36.208

Chris Bock Instruments.... . .38

Esterly Yachts. .36

Mariner/Santa

. 183

Savord Publications.4

Yacht — Santana 35.210

Boy Scouts of America. .153

Fifth Avenue Boatyard. . .63

Mariner Square Yachts. 24,25

Scanmar Marine Products.44

Yacht — Valiant 40.69

Travel. . .29

.172

Marine.

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FIRST TIME OFFERED Robert Perry design; pristine condition; long cabin pilothouse; Perkins 4-108 49 h.p. diesel aux.; dinghy & davits; shower; refrigera¬ tion; windlass; self-tailing winches; knotmeter; ADF; two VHF’s; annenometer and windspeed plus much more; great liveaboard. $92,000.

37 HUNTER CUTTER 1979 Model — aft cabin, seperate shower, wheel steering, 5 sails in¬ cluding booster; water heater; electronics plus more. Bristol. REDUCED TO $53,500

WE GUARANTEE A BERTH WITH EVERY BOAT WE SELL — NEW OR BROKERAGE SAIL BOATS 24* COLUMBIA/CHALLENGER ’66 aux. 10 h.p.$6,000 25’ CAL sloop, ’68, 3 sails, ’81 aux.$8,000 25’ GREAT DANE ’56, full'keel, planked mahog. sloop, inb. engine, 2 sets

“LIBALIA TOO 2nd Class D, 4th Overall in ’83 TRANSPAC. COLD-MOLDED: strong, light, and dry, Davidson designed two tonner, owners building new boat. Take home some silver at the next TransPac. $125,000

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SELECTED RACE parr . $69,500 Holland/Ericson.$115,000 SELECTED CRUISE Cheoy Lee ketch.$212,000 Columbia. S^.OOO Morgan. $139,uuu SELECTED POWER Grand Banks. .-J $100,000 Bertram

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Cheoy Lee sloop, ’83,f/g,sd. $112,500 Downeast cutter, ’76.$85,000 Ericson, ’80, f/g, sd.$95,000 Hans Christian, ’81,f/g,sd. $115,000 Hans Christian trad., ’82, f/g, sd. $112,000 Hans Christian MKI1, ’80,181, (2) from. $109,000 Hans Christian trad., ’76, f/g, sd.$89,900 Tayana cutter, p.h., ’80, f/g, sd...$85,000 Tayana cutler, ’78,f/g,sd.83,000 Cal 36 sloop, ’66, f/g, sd. $37,500 Freeport, ’79, f/g, sd...v.$96,000 Islander sloop, ’76,f/g,sd.$62,000 Palmer Johnson, Standfast sloop, ’74,f/g,sd. .$69,500 36’ Albin Stratus sloop, *81, f/g, sd.$79,000 35’ Ericson MKIIsloop, ’71, f/g, sg.$49,000 32’ Cheoy Lee m.s., ’69, f/g, sd.>.$54,000 33’ Roughwater sloop, ’75, f/g, sd.$44,000 30’ Catalina 30, ’80, f/g, sd.$33,500 30’ Newport 30 sloop, ’77, f/g, sg.$29,500 POWER 106’ Vent nor, fd, my, fb, ’44/81, wd, Id. $595,000 80 ’ Classic Fan tail my, ’24, wd, td. $110,000 75’ Classic Fan tail, ’24, wd, td. $160,000 65’ Stephens, my, ’31, wd, td. $180,000 65’ Sparkman/Stephens trwl, ’44, wd, td. $150,000 64’ Chris Craft, jy, fb, ’51, wd, 3d. $200,000 63’ Bertram, sf, ’79, f/g, td. $577,500

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Chris Craft, fd, my, wd, td. $125,000 Chris Craft, fd, my, ’59, wd, td. $100,000 Hatteras, yacht fisherman, ’79,f/g,td. $435,000 Hatteras, cortvt. sf, ‘79, f/g, td. $375,000 Hatteras, fbsf f/g, td. $380,000 Hatteras, sf/w tower, ’79, f/g, Id. $395,000 Defever trawler, ’69, sd. $200,000 Ocean ph, ’80,f/g,td. $225,000 Marine trader fb, ph trwl, ’80, f/g, id. $195,000 Elco tri-cabin my, ’41, wd/fg, td.$70,000 Hunter, tri-cabin my, ‘60, wd, tg.$78,000 Trojan, fb, fd, my, ’69, wd, tg.$89,500 Bertram, sed, ’76, f/g, td. $210,000 Californian, ‘79, f/g, td. $140,000 Heritage tri-cabin, trwl, f/g, td. $120,000 Uniflite, fb, sf f/g, Id. $139,500 Roughwater, tri-cabin, my, ’76, (2)frm.$79,000 Pacemaker, fd, my, ‘74, f/g, td. $117,000 Pacemaker, fb, sf, ’74, f/g, td. $129,000 Snta Brbra, trwi.fb, sed, ’63, wd/f/g, sd.$49,500 Egg Harbor, fb, sed, ’69, wd.$59,000 Hatteras, fb, sf, ’79, f/g. td. $189,000 Hershine trwl, ’78, f/g, sd..$85,000 Chris Craft, sf, fb, ’74, f/g, td.$97,000 Egg Harbor, t-sf, ’82, f/g, id. $212,000 Grand Banks, trwl, ’72, wd, sd.$67,000 Uniflite, sed, ’71, f/g, tg.$70,000 Uniflite, sed, ’76, f/g, id.$97,900 Roughwater, my, aft-cabin, ’73, wd/f/g, sd. . ■ $52,500 Californian, '79, ’81, (2) frm.$79,500 CHB, trwl, ’80,f/g,sd.$72,500 Egg Harbor, fb, sed, ’76, f/g, tg.$79,000 Trojan, exp, ’83, f/g, tg. $ 110,000 Luhrs, sedan, '74, f/g, td.$60,000 Bertram, sf, fb, ’74, f/g, tg.$43,000 Safari, fb, sf, '72, f/g, tg.$34,000

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SAIL Gulfstar ketch, ’79,’80.2 from Gulfstar Sailmaster, ’79,’79,’80,’8I4 frrri Alden,’46. C L Marine ketch, ’79. Gulfstar sloop, ’81. Peterson sloop, ’75. Cooper Pilothouse sloop, ’81. Westsail ketch, ’76. C T Pilothouse, ’74. Cheoy Lee ketch, ’80. Downeast P.H. cutter, ’80. Gulfstar sloop, ’74. Gulfstar ketch, ’75. Morgan yawl, ’74. Newport sloop, *79. . Cheoy Lee Offshore yawl, ’74. Valiant cutter, ’79. Valiant sloop, ’76. Apache, ’79. Fisher Motor Sailer, ’78. Fisher Motorsailer, ’78. Gulfstar sloop, ’77. Hunter sloop, ’81. Islander cutter, ’78. Islander sloop Freeport, ’81. Moody ketch Motorsailer, ’68. Columbia sloop, ’78. Finnclipper sip M.S., ’71. Yorktown Yachts sip, ’78. Islander sloop, ’80. U.S. Yachts sloop, ’81. Ericson sloop, ’74. Westsail cutter, ’74. Crane Bros, racing sloop, ’76. Bristol sloop, ’77. Fisher Motorsailer, ’76. Willard Vega M.S., ’74. Rhodes sloop, ’38.. Ranger sloop, ’78. C S sloop, ’79. Cheoy Lee sloop, ’64. Samurai sloop, ’70.

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24’ San Juan sloop, ’74. 19’ Mercury Day Sailer, ’69. POWER 78’ Feadship, ’64. 68’ Pacemaker, ’69. 65’ Hargrave M.Y., ’70. 65’ Pacemaker, ’72. 64’ Chris Craft Roamer, ’71. 63’ Halvorsen, ’71. 58’ Hatteras M.Y., ’71. 57’ Chris Constellation, ’68. 52’ Bluewater M.Y., ’82. 50’ Californian, ’81. 50’ Defever Trawler, ’78. 50’ Rose Sportfisher, ’71 . 49’ Defever Trawler, ’79. 49’ Marine Trader Trawler, ’78... 47’ Bluewater M.Y., (2) ’82. . .2 from 47’ Boatel, ’74. 47’ Concorde, ’74. 47’ Suwanee Houseboat, ’69,’70.. .. 2 from 46’ Californian, ’81. 45’ Bluewater Sedan, ’79. 45’ Carl Craft Houseboat, ’80.... 45’ Southwest Boatyard, ’62. 45’ Whitcraft, ’71. 44’ Gulfstar M.Y., (2)’79. .. 2 from 44’ Marine Trader Trawler, ’77... 43’ Gulfstar Trawler, ’76. 43’ Harbor Yachts, ’72. 42’ Gibson Houseboat, ’82. 42’ Ocean Yacht, ’80. 42’ Thompson Houseboat, ’71.... 42’ Trojan, ’66. 40’ Bluewater Sedan, ’79. 40’ Cruise-A-Home, ’73. 40’ Marine Trader, ’77. 40’ Trojan F40, ’79. 40’ Vega Sport Fisher, ’75. 38’ Bertram, ’70. 38’ Chris Coho Cruiser, ’74. 38’ Chris Craft, ’83. 38’ Gulfstar, ’80.

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SAIL 20’ FLICK A ’78, needs TLC.OFFERS 21 ’ WILDERNESS ’78, w/trlr.. 9,900* 22’ STAR ’79 sloop.10,000 22’ SANTANA ’69 sloop.5,950* 24’ C&C ’76 racer/cruiser.14,950 24’ MOORE ’79 one-design sloop... 16,900 25’ KIRBY ’79 daysailor.16,000 26’ RANGER ’72 one-design.14,900@ 26’ PEARSON sip ’75, very clean... 13,500 26’ PEARSON ARIEL ’65 sloop.... 13,000 27’ CHEOY LEE O/S ’65 dsl.26,500 27’ ERICSON ’74 sloop.19,000@ 27’ CAL T-2 ’73 well-rigged.19,000 27’ O’DAY ’76 loaded.22,500 28’ ERICSON ’82 diesel, like new.. .49,950 29’ SOVERAL ’64 shoal-cntrboard. 16,500 29’ RANGER ’74 diesel sloop.31,500 30’ CATALINA ’76 sloop.31,000@ 30’ ERICSON ’69 racer /cruiser.26,500 30’ RAWSON ’64 well-equipped... .33,000 30’ BRISTOL ’67 sloop.27,000 30’ SANTANA ’76 new paint... .35,000@ 30’ ISLANDER ’77 like new.... .29,750@ 30’ COLUMBIA ’72 sngl hnd’d...29,900@ 30’ CLIPPER MARINE ’75 clean... 11,900 32’ WESTSAIL ’77, Volvo.66,900 32’ CHEOY LEE ’78 sloop, dsl.62,500 32’ ISLANDER ’76 sloop.52,500 32’ PEARSON ’65 sloop, diesel.34,900 32’ PEARSON ’63 cruiser.. .now 29,900@ 33’ TARTAN TEN ’78 one-design. .33,500 33’ CHEOY LEE Clipper ketch ’79. .66,770 35’ FANTASIA ’79 dsl cutter.84,000 37’ FISHER ’78 M/S pilothouse. 125,000@ 40’ TRINTELLA ’72 ketch.150,000 40’ OFFSHORE ’66 Cheoy Lee.89,500 40’ COLUMBIA ’65 full keel sloop. .55,000 41’ NEWPORT S ’79.85,000*

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42’ Golden Wave, 1981. Recinding partnership warrants sale of this superbly equipped vacht. $145,000.

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30’ 30’ 30’ 29’ 28’ 28’ 27’ 27’ 27’ 27’ 27’ 26’ 26’ 25’ 24’ 24’

LANCER ’76. Rooy sip., dsl., distress sale. INQUIRE ENGLISH SLOOP ’69. Singlehander, vane, Avon, diesel & more. OFFER PEARSON ’79. Atomic 4, VHF, clean. OFFER CAL 2-29 ’74. 8 Barients, race equipped, dsl., VHF. 29,900 H-28 *61. Traditional ketch in nice shape. Bargain price. 15,900 ELDREDGE-McINNIS SLOOP ‘59. Lots of gear, exc. condition. 22,500 CAL 2-27 ’76. Original owner. Very clean. 25,000 SANTA CRUZ ’79. 6 sails, trailer. Nice. 22,000 CAL 2-27 ’76. Clean class boat from Great Lakes. Extras. 26,500 SANTANA ’67. Race equipped, VHF, Hondo o.b. 16,500 ALBIN VEGA ’76. Dodger, 5 sails, diesel, very clean. 22,500 BALBOA ’74. Lots of gear, trailer, Honda o.b. 13,900 ERICSON ’67. Very clean Crealock designed sloop. OFFER KIRBY SLOOP ’79. Well equipped by Laser designer. 16,000 GLADIATOR ’68. North sails, o.b., original owner. 6,800 NIGHTINGALE ‘72. By Wylie. 7 sails & outboard, clean. 12,000

37,500 32,000 47,900 29,500 45,000 30,500 25,000

SELLERS: If you own any well-built boat in gd. cond. & want an honest & capable person to represent you during the problems of negotiation, financing, sea trial, survey, title transfer,.in¬ surance, property tax proration and the inevitable bizzare Snafu, please call and list your boat.

EDGEWATER YACHT SALES,INC. 1306 BRIDGEWAY

SAUSALITO, CALIFORNIA 94965 (415) 332-2060

(415) 532-0747

SAIL - PARTIAL LIST 12' QQUA CAT, complete & very cheap..t $195 21'VENTURE. 5 sails, trailer .only 2.500

USED BOAT LISTINGS 21’ 22’ 23’ 25’ 25’ 25’

VENTURE; and trailer; 2 sails; and outboard; OFFER. CHRYSLER; 1977; very clean; MAKE OFFER. RANGER 1973; 4 sails; Mercury 7 hp; outboard. CORONADO; 1966; good starter. CORONADO; 1970; 5 sails; very clean. ER1CSON PLUS; '79; club & working jib; exclt buy.

26’ RANGER. 26’ COLUMBIA; ’69; 10 hp Honda; very good condition. 26’ 26’ 26’ IT 27’ 27’ 28’

PEARSON; ’75; Johnson 15 hp; sharp. WOOD FULL KEEL; gas inboard; 1937... S-2; & trailer; 1975; owner anxious. CATALINA; 1978; 5 sails; inboard gas; dinette int. CATALINA; 1979; mint cond; inboard gas; settee int. MORGAN; 1974; w/new 7.5 BMW diesel. ISLANDERS; one-design; choose between 3; all diesel.

28’ 29’ 30’ 30’ 30’ 31’

SAN JUAN; 3 sails; Atomic 4 inboard. CAL, 2-29; diesel; pedestal; 5 sails; nice. ISLANDER BAHAMA; diesel. CATALINA; dsl; pedestal; very clean; 1973. ISLANDER MKII; diesel; pedestal; very clean. PEARSON; 9 sails inch spinn; 1978; Atomic 4.

32’ 34’ 36’ 36’ 36’

VANGUARD; 5 sails; diesel; full keel. SUNSET; classic wood sloop, full keel; 1938. HUNTER; diesel; auxiliary sloop; 1980. ISLANDERS; One-Design class; we have 4 (2 gas, 2 dsl)FREEPORT; dealer demonstrator; priced right/offer.

37’ O’DAY; cruise ready; new listing. 38’ LANDFALL; C&C; see this one!. 40’ ISLANDER PETERSON; TransPac equipped; Trade Up.. 40’ PEARSON; ’78; 7 sails; loaded; diesel. 41’ MORGAN OUTISLANDER; just listed; owner anxious.. 43’ HANS CHRISTIAN; ketch. MANY OTHERS - INQUIRE

.$4,250 .6,900 .9,900 .7,900 .9,900 .20,900 .14,500 .9,900 .13,500 .10,000 .22,500 .21,500 .19,500 .22,250 .33,900 .26,950 .30,900 .36,900 .33,500 .27,900 .49,500 .39,900 .. 14,900/OFFER .61,500 .53,000 & UP .99,500 .69,000 .99,500 105,000/OFFERS .120,000 .110,000 .120,000

23' PIVER TRIMARAN, folding hulls, complete. ' .995 25'LANCER, 7 hp eng. pulpit, lifelines, owner anxious. try 6.300 25'SEXTANT w/tnb eng., lots pf gear . . .. must sell ... try 5,700 26' PIVER "Globemaster" f/g tri. A-1. roomy.5,900 28' WHARRAM CAT. w/2 berths, galley, trailer, a bargain 4,500 30'TAHITI Ketch w/diesel, ready to cruise try 14.500 30' VEGA HORIZON M.5.. Perkins diesel. ■.34,000 30' FISHER MOTORSAILER. Volvo dsl. radar, etc .55,000 30'TED GEARY Classic sloop — owned by a perfectionist 18,000 33' MAAS Yawl, diesel, very well equipped, bristol. . 35' GARDEN MARINEER Ketch; diesel, up to survey..

.61,000

35' CF Sloop, glass, full race/cruise, very very roomy.

try 35,000 . .

try 33,000

35' ERICSON MKI, full keel, wheel, 5 sails, etc. .try 27.500 39' LANCER MOTORSAILER. repo.try offer of 75,000 40' NEWPORTER Ketch, big diesel, very roomy . only 44,500 43' GARDEN Porpoise Ketch, heavy, roomy, seaworthy.29,500 ' 55’ CUTTER — steel cruising boat w/105 hp diesel... .

.59.000

POWER - PARTIAL LIST 28' MONTEREY CLIPPER BOW w/flybridge

.try 3,900

30' SEA RAY, 77. flybridge sedan, loaded...try 36,000 36'SWANSON, classic sedan, 1929..only 17,500 36' STEPHENS, classic sedan, 1939, A-1.

31,000

36' NEWPORT trawler, 70, great liveaboard .41,500 38VSTEPHENS sedan — liveaboard.try offer 22,500 40' HOUSEBOAT w/choice Sausalito berth.offer 23,000 42' CLASSIC FELLOWS & STEWART, bristol condition.35.000 46' CLASSIC FELLOWS & STEWART, diesel, roomy. 47' CLASSIC LAKE UNION — cat diesel, tri cabin

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CAL . SOFFERS ISLANDER. 4,600 MAYA 6,750 BEAR. OFFERS ERICSON . 7,000 J. .2 from 14,900

24’ NORTHSTAR 727 17,500 24’ NIGHTINGALE 14,500 24' SAMOURAI OFFERS 24’ FARR SLOOP 13,000 25’ DAVIDSON 25,000 * 25’ FLEUR BLEU 8,000 * 25’SANTANA 14,500 25’ PACIFIC CLIPPER.13,000 25’PETERSON 2 from 15,500 25’CORONADO 2 from 8,500 * 26’ RANGER.2 from 14,000 27’ ERICSON. 27,000 27’ EXPRESS (CUSTOM).40,000 27’ SANTA CRUZ 2 from 18,000 27’ MULL CUSTOM.2 from 13,000 27’ENGLISH SLOOP 26,000 * 27’ CAL 2-27.25,000 28’ HALBERGH SLP 14,500 28’ATKINS ENSENADA (F/G) .24,900 * 28’ COLUMBIA 15,000 28’ ISLANDER 34,900 28’COLUMBIA .19,000 28’ WYLIE Vi TON OFFERS 28’ LANCER 25,000 29’CAL. 3 from 28,500 29’ BUCCANEER 36,000 30’ RANGER 38,900 30’CORONADO 32,000 30’ TARTAN 37,000 30’COLUMBIA 32,000 30’ ERICSON 27,000 30' ETCHELLS 22 15,500 30’ SANTANA 35,000 30’ WYLIE 3A TON 40,000 30' PEARSON 31,000 30’ISLANDER (BAHAMA) 44.900 30’ BURNS % TON. . 39,500 30’ISLANDER MKII 2 from 31,000 30’ RAWSON (Marina del Rey) 32,000 30’ RAWSON 29,000 30’ FARR.39,000 30’ WOOD SLOOP 15,500 31’ PETERSON OFFERSITRADES 32’CENTURION 49,900 32’ NANTUCKET CLIPPER 46,500 32’ ISLANDER 52,500 33’CHEOY LEE 52,500 33'SPAULDING SLOOP 15,000 33' TARTAN 10 29,950 33’APHRODITE 101 49,500 33' WYLIE 75,000 34’CAL 40,000 34’ ISLANDER. 53,000 34’CHRISTENSON 13,000 34’ WYLIE 65,000 35'CORONADO 44,000 35' FUJI KETCH 69,000 36’ISLANDER FREEPORT 132,000 36’ S-2 SLOOP 70,000 36' LAPWORTH SLOOP 32,500 36'ISLANDER 2 from 59,900 36’PEARSON 365.79,000 37’ RAFIKI CUTTER 89,000 37’ FISHER MKII 125,000 37'ESPRIT 119,000 38' C&C ‘ENTERTAINER’ 77,000 38' FARR SLOOP 98,000 38’ FARALLONE CLIPPER 2 from 46,000 39' ROGERS‘SALT SHAKER’ 124,900 39’ CAL 92,500 39’ ERICSON 59,500 40’ C&C 142,000 40’TRINTELLA 150,000 40’ OLSON ‘FAST BREAK’ 139,500 41’COOPER 416 127,500 42’WESTSAIL KETCH 145,000 42’ DUBOIS 149,000 43’ METER R BOAT ' 29,500 43 SWAN 129,000 45’ S&S ALUMINIM INCA’ 129,000 45’ COLUMBIA M.S.2 from 109,500 45’ DAVIDSON CUSTOM 235,000 47’VAGABOND KETCH 150,000 47’ OLYPMIC KETCH 128,500 50’ SANTA CRUZ 200.000 50’GULFSTAR 2 from 165,000 56’ MOTORCUTTER ‘LUCIA’ 230,000 58’ RACING/CRUISER NATOMA’ 270,000 60 MARCONI SLOOP 99.000 75’ 1-DESIGN KETCH SHAITAN’ 850,000

FUJI 45. Incredibly well-equipt incl’g watermaker, Radar, Vane, dsl heater, microwave. Honestly, you’ll never see a boat with so much gear! Call us.

“SHAMROCK”. Beautiful S&S de¬ sign w/60’ S.F. berth, engine has only 15 hrs since being rebuilt — truly a classic yacht, could be pic¬ ture perfect with right owner.

RAFIKI 37. Cutter rig set for cruis¬ ing, Loran C, SatNav, many extras, S.F. berth, great liveaboard, a oneowner boat.

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ISLANDER 28. One-owner boat, great for the Bay — wheel steering, active one-design racing club! In excellent cond — only $34,900. 1

f’ 1981 - ow headroom, great r> priced to sell{

RANGER 30. Wheel steering, full boat cover, folding Martec prop, large cockpit, 2 boat owner is very anxious.

ERICSON 39. New LPU paint, new interior fabrics, roller furl’g, Volvo dsl just rebuilt with only 80 hrs — priced right at $59,500.

•SAN FRANCISCO BERTH INCLUDED

Paul Kaplan. Christine Kaplan, Mary Jo Foote, Pam Eldredge, Hank Easom, Cindy Revel “ „ ^1 I' _ Dolin n linn Marcia Corbett, Charlie Corbett, Rollo D. Dog

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BOB PERRY T^LKS ABOUT THE NORDIC X

Robert Perry has attained international recognition as one o\ the world’s premier yacht designers. The “performance cruiser” has been made.£ reality byl'erry. He proven designs may be found from Australia to the Caribbean. His boats are vpte/ans of sin jle handed races and countless shorthanded ocean passages. One of Perry’s designs/was named | Yacht ofVhe Decade”, an enviable achieve¬ ment! Here is what Bob had to say recently about Nojnlic Yacht Design: Designer Perry feels that “The Nordics 40 art 44 more tlifen any other of my designs being produced, match my own personal crater/a for the id I combination of performance and comfort, They are the most beautiful yachts y/e have built to o designs.”

Interior: Bob states, “It is my oprtiiort that few, if an||builders have\he ability to execute an inter¬ ior comparable to the crew at Norcjlc, a/id this includesphe European b\ilders. Take a few minutes to look at the joiner work details and I think you will agrjl Keel. Bob feels that “Outside/ballast is more costly tp install but the result is a stiffer boat... and there is no substitution for ouitside/ballast where saf is concerned.” Cockpit: “The Nordic coc/pit is/close to ideal. The a changing camber to allow/for a flat footing surface a comfortable contoured seyats af/. Seat lockers are hijijjj wheel

backs are curvedynd the seat tops follow bridge deck and aradual flairing into very \and the T-shape allows for an immense

Deck: “The design objective^ were efficiency, converv ende, safety and beautV And she shows it.” Quality: Once aga the designer states that “the bbat was an exciting boa\to design. Sailing trials have proven it be a Winner. This is always a pleasure when you are dealingWith a predictable and proud builder, aybuilder who doesn’t take a back seat to anyone when it comes\o quality and ex¬ ecution.” 7 Mr. Perry has designed/nany boats and is justly prd«§j of thei\i all but he chose f\ordic Yachts to build his personal yacht. \f\

h YOU DON’T HAVE TO SEARCH THE WORLD FOR QUALITY. YOU CAN FIND IT RIGHT HERE IN AMERICA. Dealers for:

Foot of Laguna Street San Francisco, California 94123

NORDIC 40 and 44 ISLANDER 28 thru 48 BALTIC 37 thru 80 (415) 567-8880