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by Discus
Wed Nov 05, 2014 8:02 pm
Forum: Safety, Technical, Engineering & General Yacht Banter
Topic: Stuart 37?
Replies: 14
Views: 33919

Jeff wrote:Now _that_ is a nice looking boat!
You are too kind! :oops:

We will have to build up to using the legs I think. The one thing we both say is every time either of us mention using the legs, one of us will say 'bet Jeff would have used them by now!' :lol:
by Discus
Wed Nov 05, 2014 7:36 pm
Forum: Safety, Technical, Engineering & General Yacht Banter
Topic: Stuart 37?
Replies: 14
Views: 33919

I agree re Colvic Victors. Many were home completed and there are a few shockers out there. If you can find a good one then they offer loads of space. Mind you it's not exactly a 'looker' but that is subjective I suppose. We have a long keeled boat that is ideal for drying out alongside a wall - alt...
by Discus
Wed Nov 05, 2014 1:37 pm
Forum: Safety, Technical, Engineering & General Yacht Banter
Topic: Lift out
Replies: 19
Views: 45659

Poor Luna, a ratpig terrier!
by Discus
Tue Nov 04, 2014 9:52 pm
Forum: Safety, Technical, Engineering & General Yacht Banter
Topic: Lift out
Replies: 19
Views: 45659

Vlad Dracule landed in Whitby as a dog from a ship wrecked on a beach You know I have to ask.......... It wasn't one of Luna's long lost relatives? (Just thinking of the seagul attacks and the snout covered in blood!). I agree, SW coast is more spectacular. Mud isn't very exciting. We live close to...
by Discus
Tue Nov 04, 2014 9:27 pm
Forum: Safety, Technical, Engineering & General Yacht Banter
Topic: Stuart 37?
Replies: 14
Views: 33919

The Stuart 37 looks very nice. I don't think I could live with the cockpit which looks pretty useless for anything other than racing. Powerful rig so would be ideal for 2 people, maybe a bit lively if you intend to singlehand. Nice fit out down below but not sure if you can take a racing type yacht ...
by Discus
Tue Nov 04, 2014 9:19 pm
Forum: Safety, Technical, Engineering & General Yacht Banter
Topic: Lift out
Replies: 19
Views: 45659

Sabbatical idea still alive and kicking, watch this space! (Hence my reference to being in a holding pattern).

Photos look lovely. Never been to Whitby - is it the place that is somewhat linked to Dracula or some other spook? Nice part of the world to be living!
by Discus
Tue Nov 04, 2014 3:17 pm
Forum: Safety, Technical, Engineering & General Yacht Banter
Topic: Lift out
Replies: 19
Views: 45659

Ooh! Very nice! Excuse my ignorance but where is 'here'? Totally agree with you about having things on hold. I feel like we have been in a holding pattern for years now waiting to get away on the boat. Unfortunately, it makes it difficult to commit to anything, particularly any large financial outla...
by Discus
Tue Nov 04, 2014 1:15 pm
Forum: Safety, Technical, Engineering & General Yacht Banter
Topic: Lift out
Replies: 19
Views: 45659

Jeff wrote:It has its benefits.
It does! But it sounds like you are missing your other life :roll:

I find change unsettling :?
by Discus
Mon Nov 03, 2014 7:06 pm
Forum: Safety, Technical, Engineering & General Yacht Banter
Topic: Lift out
Replies: 19
Views: 45659

The gentle rocking and sounds of lapping - especially at night. The wildlife. Endless surprise visits by dolphins, otters, cormorants, fish, seals etc etc. The constant comings and goings on the river. The cheery waves and smiles from passing craft of all shapes and sizes. The multiple daily rowing...
by Discus
Sun Nov 02, 2014 1:14 pm
Forum: Safety, Technical, Engineering & General Yacht Banter
Topic: Lift out
Replies: 19
Views: 45659

Sounds like the Rayburn has replaced the engine as the object of mechanical attention 8) . Strangely, we live in a forest, are surrounded (literally) by logs of all varieties, stacked up in neat piles and our house is all gas! :( Have fond memories of my aunties farm with its Rayburn - you got your ...
by Discus
Sat Nov 01, 2014 8:31 pm
Forum: Safety, Technical, Engineering & General Yacht Banter
Topic: Lift out
Replies: 19
Views: 45659

Hey Terry, good to hear you are still afloat - nearly missed YHQ the other day, couldn't see it :o . Back next week to finish off laying up then starting on the winter refit. Yippee! :wink: Jeff - good to hear you are still with us and are settling in to life ashore. Ahh, I see you are learning the ...
by Discus
Thu Oct 30, 2014 7:34 pm
Forum: Safety, Technical, Engineering & General Yacht Banter
Topic: Lift out
Replies: 19
Views: 45659

Well, boat came out without drama. It was foggy and I couldn't really see past the bow. Had to navigate the Plym with the chartplotter as even the buoys were invisible to the eye. Interesting colony of mussels taken up residence on the underside of the keel. Enough for moules mariner for 6 people! :...
by Discus
Thu Oct 09, 2014 8:12 pm
Forum: Jeff's Blog - living on a yacht, at anchor, with a toddler.
Topic: 19th August 2014 - Nauticat 38 Sold
Replies: 22
Views: 69660

:(

But I know what you mean!
by Discus
Thu Oct 09, 2014 1:46 pm
Forum: Jeff's Blog - living on a yacht, at anchor, with a toddler.
Topic: 19th August 2014 - Nauticat 38 Sold
Replies: 22
Views: 69660

I agree, price is low enough to be low/no risk. The inclusion of a trailer means you can take it home for winter and not have to pay for winter storage. Wind vane steering already included. You could argue its a boat of "historic" value considering her exploits! Opportunity? :?:
by Discus
Thu Oct 09, 2014 1:12 pm
Forum: Jeff's Blog - living on a yacht, at anchor, with a toddler.
Topic: 19th August 2014 - Nauticat 38 Sold
Replies: 22
Views: 69660

Jeff wrote:Oh my goodness! One single berth though! Apart from that it's perfect! Wow! Thank you!

Do you know why he's selling it?
Maybe it's because it only has one berth :lol:

You could always re jig the inside to fit another berth or two :P

Just thought you may find it ironic that she's for sale :D