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118 contributions to All Things Sailing
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Welcome Petr Ilic into the community.
Petr has some sailing goals that he is interested in achieving. Lets all help him out when we can.
3d •
What is a hole in sailing?
No it is not what you pore all your money into. I am referencing a hole in the wind. Imaging you are sailing along and the wind lightens up and you stop only to see other boats skirt your position and sail off. All have heard about the eye of a storm where the wind goes calm. This is the same principal only on a smaller scale. Wind in pressure zones rotate around its centre. This is why you get lifts and nocks. Think of why it is said to tack on a nock. You tack away from the centre hole in the wind. You often can not see the hole so observe the wind direction. This is harder when wind is light but more devastating when you fall into one.
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Summer adventure
Summer is here, and what are your plans for your enjoyment and setting up summer adventures? Are you venturing out on a lake or out on coastal waters? Going into faraway places and anchoring out for a day, a week, or even a month? What are your plans? Drop a note and let us know what adventures are ahead of you.
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That sounds interesting. What state?
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Pre departure check
Do you have a pre departure check routine? You should go over your boat to make sure all systems are in working order. Your saftey as well as your crews may be at stake. This is one of the greatest down fall for most skippers. Most assume that all systems are functioning well because they worked the last time out. You should build a binder of check lists for all your systems and equipment on board. ✅ Systems builds confidence! ✅ Systems creates a safer boat Let me know your safety procedures?
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First Sailing boat
I'm looking to buy my first boat, and I want something that's safe and comfortable. My long-term goal is to sail from Costa Rica to New Zealand, traveling down the coast of South America, then crossing to the Caribbean before eventually making my way to New Zealand.
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Great goal to have. Keep it always in tour mind and you can make this happen. What sailing skills do you have now? Do you have a clear idea of the size and type of boat you would like?
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There are so many factors. First of all think about where you will sail. I am assuming you are on the east coast of Costa Rica and plan a Caribbean adventure. Then onto New Zealand. These waters can test any sailors skills. This is the big plan and the size of the boat is what you can safely sail. Some people have sailed on a 24' like Lynn and Larry Pardey others 40 to 45. For me I am comfortable in the 34' to 40' range. I would need to find out more from you as far as skills etc. Lets link up so we can discuss this adventure further. DM or email me and lets get started. Setting up a solid foundation is very important for a successful out come. Exciting days ahead.
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@doug-rutherford-3364
I am a passionate sailor with over 40 years of sailing experience. To share my skills is my main objective.
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Joined Nov 14, 2025
Kelowna, BC. Canada