Stus-List Re: Kite jibing--end for end or dip pole?

2023-11-13 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I favor end for end, too. As the boat gets bigger and wind pipes up perhaps sheets and guys on each clew will help. But the main point (and I’m coming into this chat late so I may have missed it), is it’s all on the helmsman. Just hold the boat downwind until the gybe is complete. Unless you have

Stus-List Re: Mac Navigation options?

2023-10-22 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
my Aquamap   Joe Della BarbaCoquina C 35 MK IKent Island MD USA   From: Andrew Burton via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Sent: Saturday, October 21, 2023 9:51 PMTo: Stus-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>Cc: Andrew Burton <a.burton.sai...@gmail.com>Subject: Stus-List Re: Mac Naviga

Stus-List Re: Mac Navigation options?

2023-10-21 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I've become a fan of Aquamap, which has Active Captain and Waterway Guide info integrated with the charts, which themselves are very good. Andy Masquerade (Baltic 47) Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ phone +401 965 5260

Stus-List Re: Cruising Gulf Coast

2023-10-18 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
take a bus to St G. On Wed, Oct 18, 2023 at 2:36 PM Andrew Burton via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:Will do. Where are going to be? I usually stay in St G but may go around to RBYC this time. Andrew Burton26 Beacon HillNewport, RI USA 02840+401 965 5260https://sites.google.co

Stus-List Re: Cruising Gulf Coast

2023-10-18 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
the 10th. Let me know when you get there. Joel On Wed, Oct 18, 2023 at 1:23 PM Andrew Burton via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:How long will you stay in Bermuda, Joel? I’m hoping to get out of Newport on the 31st and head there.Andrew Burton26 Beacon HillNewport, RI USA    028

Stus-List Re: Cruising Gulf Coast

2023-10-18 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
How long will you stay in Bermuda, Joel? I’m hoping to get out of Newport on the 31st and head there.Andrew Burton26 Beacon HillNewport, RI USA    02840http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/+401 965-5260On Oct 18, 2023, at 12:39, Joel Aronson via CnC-List wrote:Sounds like

Stus-List Re: Crew needed

2023-08-20 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
See you in Bermuda. Are you staying in St G? Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 +401 965 5260 https://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ > On Aug 20, 2023, at 12:31, Joel Aronson via CnC-List > wrote: > > We are sailing from Annapolis to Bermuda on our Hylas

Stus-List Re: Bottom paint- Pettit Black Widow

2023-08-09 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Thanks, David. That’s good to know. Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 > On Aug 9, 2023, at 08:49, David Knecht via CnC-List > wrote: > > I had my boat painted with Pettit Black Widow this spring

Stus-List Re: Therapy’s in Buffalo

2023-06-10 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Glad you made it safely and enjoyed the trip. I thought you might! Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 > On Jun 10, 2023, at 21:29, Thomas Perison via CnC-List > wrote: > > Greetings all - > > I

Stus-List Re: Fall offshore passages

2023-06-08 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
A watermaker!? That means a shower after ever watch!Sounds great, Joel. Maybe we can cross tacks in Bermuda…or down island.Will I see you in Newport this summer?Hulas is a perfect boat for that passage…well…after a Baltic 47.AndyAndrew Burton26 Beacon HillNewport, RI USA    

Stus-List Re: Therapy - Annapolis to NYC

2023-06-07 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
-list.com> wrote:Super! Here till am Tue. Liberty landing Marina - D 29  Sent from my iPhone > On May 28, 2023, at 3:22 PM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > > About 16 hours behind you, Tom. We’re just at the entrance to Delaware Bay. > Andy >

Stus-List Re: Therapy - Annapolis to NYC

2023-05-28 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
About 16 hours behind you, Tom. We’re just at the entrance to Delaware Bay. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 > On May 28, 2023, at 14:41, Thomas Perison via CnC-List > wrote: > > All - > >

Stus-List Re: Underway diesel fix - long read

2023-05-28 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Dave, a Racor 500 series is one upgrade I made for my Yanmar or would recommend on any engine. You can open it and check without losing any fuel or making a mess, and a clear bowl at the bottom lets you see if any crud is falling or if you have water in your fuel. I run a 30-micron filter in my

Stus-List Re: To sell or not to sell

2023-04-21 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Anything I can do to help, don’t hesitate to ask. I’ve done that route many times. I’m dropping off a boat in Albany about the time you’re leaving the Chesapeake.AndyAndrew Burton26 Beacon HillNewport, RI USA    02840http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/+401 965-5260On Apr 21,

Stus-List Re: To sell or not to sell

2023-03-27 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Thomas, if you have 10 days or so, the trip up the Hudson and the Erie Canal is worth doing and not very difficult. And certainly not very expensive. Just a thought. I bet if you can’t do it yourself you might find. Volunteer on this list to take the boat for you. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon

Stus-List Re: Chandleries

2023-03-10 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Jamestown Distributors has always given me great service. I haven't compared their prices for a while but they were in line with other places or lower. They have their own brand called Total Boat, which is very good, unlike most West Marine brands. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI

Stus-List Re: Racing at night

2023-02-26 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Back in the day, some boats had built in spots that shone up along the luff of the jib. These were very good at destroying night vision. These days I use my instruments, on which, though calibrated, I check sailing angle readouts before dark. I also use a small LED flashlight that I zoom-in to a

Stus-List Re: Boatless again

2023-02-23 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
lly happy! I got to keep the admiral happy though... She did > find a Trinella that looks really nice, it a Ron Holland design. So, there > is hope! > > -- Original Message -- > From: Andrew Burton via CnC-List > To: Stus-List > Cc: Andrew Burton > Su

Stus-List Re: Boatless again

2023-02-23 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
s hope! > > -- Original Message -- > From: Andrew Burton via CnC-List > To: Stus-List > Cc: Andrew Burton > Subject: Stus-List Re: Boatless again > Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2023 15:00:40 -0500 > > Hi Danny, > I think an Oyster 47 might check those

Stus-List Re: Boats to avoid; formerly- Boatless again

2023-02-23 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Yes, I like most of Perry’s designs. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 > On Feb 23, 2023, at 08:39, Dennis C. via CnC-List > wrote: > >  > Bob Perry designed Saga 43. > > -- > Dennis C. >

Stus-List Re: Boats to avoid; formerly- Boatless again

2023-02-23 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
to my C 37; boats that can provide > what it provides are going to cost 10 times what I have in my boat and don't > handle as well..! > > Richard > s/v Bushmark4: 1085 C 37 CB; Ohio River, Mile 596; > > Richard N. Bush Law Offices > 2950 Breckenridge Lane, Suite Nine >

Stus-List Re: Boatless again

2023-02-22 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
DJ via CnC-List wrote: > >  > Andy, > Would have any suggestions as to what to stay clear of? > > I'd have to try and get out sailing on some boats over this coming season... > > Danny > > On Feb 22, 2023 4:21 PM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List > wrote: > D

Stus-List Re: Boatless again

2023-02-22 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Danny, I’ve delivered several modern fat-assed boats and though they tick a lot of boxes, they do not sail well unless you’re on your ear because of all the wetted surface. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401

Stus-List Re: Boatless again

2023-02-22 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Hi Danny, I think an Oyster 47 might check those boxes. Good-sailing, we’ll-built boat and very comfy. I made fairly quick passages to Antigua and back on one a few years ago. If you need to be more performance-oriented, there’s a sister to Masquerade (Baltic 47) around that I bet will be on

Stus-List Re: C 35 Mk I Recommendations for Sailmaker

2023-01-05 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
One more thing, The price from Jenkins was very good. Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ phone +401 965 5260 On Thu, Jan 5, 2023 at 10:39 AM Andrew Burton wrote: > I got new sails from John Jenkins Sails in Maryland last

Stus-List Re: C 35 Mk I Recommendations for Sailmaker

2023-01-05 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I got new sails from John Jenkins Sails in Maryland last year. I intend to keep Masquerade for a long time so I went with the best cloth I could get, which I determined was GPL Lite Skin. I mostly cruise, but occasionally do a regatta like the Bermuda Race or Block Island Race week. Jenkins was

Stus-List Re: East coast boat yards?

2023-01-02 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I’m keen on Dickerson Harbor on the Eastern shore of the Chesapeake Bay. My boat lives there in the winter. 8’ draft so I have to wait for a very high tide to get in and out. Nice competent people and you can work on your boat yourself. Lovely anchorages around there, too. Andy Andrew Burton

Stus-List Re: C 35 MK I 170%

2022-11-04 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
One of the things I loved about my 40 (and my current boat) was the fact that she was so weatherly and easily-driven. Sailing back to Newport from Cuttyhunk I would often be able to sail when all the Benehuntacats were motoring, or if they sailed they would slowly fade off to leeward and end up

Stus-List Re: Last call before broker listing...

2022-10-04 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 > On Oct 3, 2022, at 23:20, CHRIS PRICE via CnC-List > wrote: > >  > Hello, Andy. Any details/ info on Corsair? > > Chris Price >>> On 10/03/2022 9:53 AM Andrew B

Stus-List Re: Last call before broker listing...

2022-10-03 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Sounds like a great deal on a great, well-sorted boat, Dave. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 +401 965 5260 https://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ > On Oct 3, 2022, at 14:31, David Risch via CnC-List > wrote: > >  > FYI…Corsair (1981 C & C 40)

Stus-List Re: Winter storage options near Buzzards Bay, MA

2022-09-21 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
gt;  > Andy, > > when are you going? maybe I'll shadow you down! > > -- Original Message ------ > From: Andrew Burton via CnC-List > To: Stus-List > Cc: Andrew Burton > Subject: Stus-List Re: Winter storage options near Buzzards Bay, MA > Date: Tue, 20 Sep 202

Stus-List Re: Winter storage options near Buzzards Bay, MA

2022-09-20 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
was good, the owner bit of a crank. > Use with caution, I guess. > > Neil Gallagher > Weatherly, 35-1 > Glen Cove, NY > > On 9/17/2022 11:53 AM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List wrote: > No. I don't know anything about any of these yards except that they aren't > owne

Stus-List Re: Winter storage options near Buzzards Bay, MA

2022-09-19 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
ds Bay, MA > > Yea, I've heard some horror stories about that place! > > On Sep 17, 2022 12:14 PM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List > wrote: > As always, avoid Borden Light Marine in Fall River. Worst yard I've ever seen > Andy > > Andrew Burton > 26 B

Stus-List Re: Winter storage options near Buzzards Bay, MA

2022-09-17 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
t was a good place for DIY, they > didn't care what you did on the boat. The yard crew was good, the owner > bit of a crank. Use with caution, I guess. > > Neil Gallagher > Weatherly, 35-1 > Glen Cove, NY > > On 9/17/2022 11:53 AM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List wrot

Stus-List Re: Winter storage options near Buzzards Bay, MA

2022-09-17 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
< cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Thanks Andy! Taunton river sounds convenient for winter work! Close to > the house! > > I was also considering somerset marina on the Taunton River. Any thoughts > on that facility? > > On Sep 17, 2022 11:14 AM, Andrew Burton via CnC-Lis

Stus-List Re: Winter storage options near Buzzards Bay, MA

2022-09-17 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Danny, Check out Stanley's in Bristol and Shaws, O'connell's and Bristol Marine up the Taunton River. I think everything else in Narragansett Bay is owned by Safe Harbor. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ phone +401

Stus-List Re: Eight Bells for Rob Ball

2022-09-10 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
That’s sad news. Aside from his obvious talent for designing beautiful boats that sailed as well as they looked, he was a very nice guy. I found him very generous with his time and happy to give advice on the several occasions I asked. RIP, Rob. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI

Stus-List Re: C Steak Rub

2022-09-06 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Malden sea salt and fresh pepper is all I use. Then I cook the steak on a hot grill until rare/medium rare. I used to follow the Crocodile Dundee prescription; “chop its hooves off, wipe its bum and stick it on the plate.” But I’ve evolved from that. I do like to taste steak when I eat steak,

Stus-List Re: Andrew Burton

2022-06-23 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
ow. > > From: Andrew Burton via CnC-List > Sent: Wednesday, June 22, 2022 10:19 PM > To: Stus-List > Cc: Andrew Burton > Subject: Stus-List Re: Andrew Burton > > Down or back? > > Andrew Burton > 26 Beacon Hill > Newport, RI > USA02840 > > ht

Stus-List Re: Andrew Burton

2022-06-23 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Are here? Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 > On Jun 23, 2022, at 13:54, David Risch via CnC-List > wrote: > >  > Down. And back…now. > > From: Andrew Burton via CnC-List &g

Stus-List Re: Andrew Burton

2022-06-22 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
one > > > On Jun 22, 2022, at 12:46 PM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List > wrote: > > Thanks, Joel! I learned all I know sailing my Dads C 27. > Andy > > Andrew Burton > 26 Beacon Hill > Newport, RI > USA 02840 > > +401 965 5260 > https://sites.googl

Stus-List Re: Andrew Burton

2022-06-22 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Thanks, Joel! I learned all I know sailing my Dads C 27. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 +401 965 5260 https://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ > On Jun 22, 2022, at 12:40, Joel Aronson via CnC-List > wrote: > >  > Congrats to former C Andy Burton

Stus-List Re: Return crew

2022-06-17 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Good luck, Joel. May see you there. Masquerade should arrive on Monday afternoon. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ phone +401 965 5260 On Thu, Jun 16, 2022 at 3:18 PM Joel Aronson via CnC-List <

Stus-List Re: Calypso in trouble again

2022-05-12 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I’ve been sitting in Oxford MD since Friday waiting for that NE’ly to die down. No one with any sense or was paying attention to the forecasts was out in that blow. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260

Stus-List Re: Jamestown distributors

2022-04-30 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I hope it’s just the retail part and they’re going to be all on line. They’ve always been a great resource. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 +401 965 5260 https://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ > On Apr 30, 2022, at 11:58, DJ via CnC-List wrote: >

Stus-List Re: Recommendation: Osprey Composites - Herrington Harbor, area Riggers

2022-04-18 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
When I got my new 25-year old boat, I had the rig pulled and disassembled it. I had a good look at all the rod and it looked fine. Nevertheless, it all went to Rig Pro--arguably the best in the world at rigging--for a thorough inspection and assessment and, knowing that I'm on a budget that

Stus-List Re: While we wait now IOR broach issues

2022-03-17 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Guys, I highly recommend ‘friending’ Julian Everett on Faceplant, or checking out his terrific series of articles in Seahorse. He is a naval architect and one of those who innovated under the IOR very successfully . Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840

Stus-List Re: While we wait for spring

2022-03-17 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Off topic a bit, but there is a great series of photos of Mir roaring along under spinnaker, staysail, full main, mizzen staysail, and mizzen as she neared the finish of the Transpac Race called “the Agony of Mir.” It captures her mainmast going over the side. The last pic of the series is

Stus-List Re: Cutting Board

2022-02-21 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I have a small brick of beeswax in my sail repair kit. I’m sure I found it at a marine store. I would imagine if I rubbed it on the board and then hit it with a cloth and a hair dryer it would spread out just fine. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840

Stus-List Re: Landfall 35 for parts, etc

2022-02-16 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
t me know the name or contact for the yard? I could use several > bits for spares and such. > Chuck Gilchrest > csgilchr...@comcast.net > Landfall 35 Half Magic > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Feb 16, 2022, at 5:01 PM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List >> wro

Stus-List Re: Landfall 35 for parts, etc

2022-02-16 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
35 MkI on the Magothy River that always needs upgrades! By the > way, I believe you may know my brother, Tom Price? > > Best Regards, > > Chris Price >> On 02/16/2022 4:56 PM Andrew Burton via CnC-List >> wrote: >> >> >> Good day, everyone. Th

Stus-List Landfall 35 for parts, etc

2022-02-16 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Good day, everyone. There is a poor abandoned Landfall 35 on the Eastern Shore of MD that will soon be consigned to the dumpster. It’s in rotten shape from the outside. If anyone wants it or wants parts, I’m sure the yard would be amenable to letting you have what you need before it gets

Stus-List Re: Canadian Luxury Tax

2022-01-15 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
On side note. I grew up sailing on my dad’s C 27 in British Columbia. On one cruise, I read a book by Canadian author Farley Mowat called The Boat Who Wouldn’t Float, about a pair of fellows buying and converting a small fishing schooner in Newfoundland. Mowat talks a lot about the area and

Stus-List Re: Canadian Luxury Tax

2022-01-15 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
fc.gc.ca/publications/dm-md/d8/d8-1-1-eng.html >> >> Ken H. >> >> >> >>> On Sat, 15 Jan 2022 at 15:35, Robert Abbott via CnC-List >>> wrote: >>> Andrew, >>> >>> I am interested to know more about this CDN Luxury Tax on

Stus-List Re: Canadian Luxury Tax

2022-01-12 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
There’s also a newish Canadian law that taxes US boats if they are in Canada for more than a short amount of time. It has put several yards out of business, including a friend in NS who used to work on and store a bunch of US boats very winter. It put the kibosh on my plans to cruise to Bras

Stus-List Re: Sea stories vs Fairy tales

2021-12-22 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Was this owner from Liverpool, by any chance? And were you extremely overhung at the time? Because I recal this exact scenario taking place in Annapolis one year. Though nothing beats a certain southern gentleman known for both his somewhat coarse behavior in social situations and his success

Stus-List Re: C to race - cold weather discussion topic

2021-12-12 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
We Laser sailors got to steer IOR boats downwind a lot due to the Laser’s propensity for getting the helmsman a swim if he made a mistake sailing downwind. You either got to be a good helmsman or a good swimmer! Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840

Stus-List Re: C 121 in a pickle

2021-12-04 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Folks, if you're thinking about heading offshore, I know Martin has lots of miles and I've logged nearly half a million miles, and there are a few others here. He's a good one to answer questions and I'm happy to help with advice (when I'm not offshore). Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport,

Stus-List Re: Bermuda return crew 2022

2021-10-28 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Great boat, congratulations! Wish I could join you, Joel, but I’ll be leaving around then from Newport in our Bermuda Race on Masquerade. Good luck on both legs. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 +401 965 5260 https://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/

Stus-List Re: Bottom Paints Again

2021-10-26 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Krylon makes a zinc galvanizing paint that you can find on most hardware store spray paint shelves. Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 > On Oct 26, 2021, at 06:06, dwight veinot via CnC-List > wrote: >

Stus-List Re: Racer diesel filter assemblies

2021-10-16 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I hate the spin on type as you can’t change the filter easily or without making a mess. And it’s harder to inspect the bowl and the element. On the 500–which I installed on Masquerade—you just take the top off, pull out the element, replace it, and then top off the fuel in the filter with fresh

Stus-List Re: Insurance

2021-10-12 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I’ve had good luck with Gowrie Group for Masquerade. Reasonable price and rock solid policy. Tell Annie Fisher I sent you. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 +401 965 5260 https://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ > On Oct 12, 2021, at 13:51, Charlie

Stus-List Re: Perfect boat

2021-09-30 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
This was written a couple of years before I found my 40. Obviously when I wrote it I had the 40 in mind mind! https://www.sailmagazine.com/cruising/cruising-criteria-how-to-pick-the-best-cruiser Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840

Stus-List Re: Diesel smell in clothes

2021-09-29 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Had the same problem after a fuel incident on a powerboat. The stuff sold at Walmart to get rid of pet vomit smell called "Kids and Pets" is what eventually worked. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ phone +401 965

Stus-List Re: Windcheck Magazine

2021-09-23 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I delivered that boat to RI from St John NB for Chip. Great sailing boat very sweet to steer and very well mannered. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 +401 965 5260 https://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ > On Sep 23, 2021, at 15:12, Richard Bush via

Stus-List Re: C 40 TRDK

2021-09-18 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
And here’s what I wrote for Cruising World https://www.cruisingworld.com/cc-40/ Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 > On Sep 18, 2021, at 09:46, Ken Heaton via CnC-List > wrote: > > Hi Graham, > > I'm

Stus-List Re: C 40 TRDK

2021-09-18 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I had one and loved her. The only reason I sold her was for Baltic 47 that was too good to miss. I sailed my dktr 40 a lot. She was easy to singlehand. I delighted in the fact that she sailed so well in the lightest breeze and felt sold and fast when the breeze was on. Splendid boat; comfy to

Stus-List Re: Boat Donation to Charity?

2021-09-11 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Edd, I got my boat from Mass Maritime. Good bunch and I suspect they would be very glad to get a boat like yours. Ian MacLeod is the contact there. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 > On Sep 11,

Stus-List Re: [EXTERNAL] Re: C 33-II vs 35-II now race course design

2021-09-10 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Joe, Kenny Read agrees with you. He wrote an article to that effect some months ago. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 +401 965 5260 https://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ > On Sep 10, 2021, at 12:35, Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List > wrote: > > 

Stus-List Re: 84 Landfall 35 vs 91 Morris Justine 36

2021-09-09 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Dwight, that doesn’t apply to me. I’m not like that. Besides my boat is so fast it’s never much of a contest.  Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 +401 965 5260 https://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ > On Sep 9, 2021, at 16:03, dwight veinot via

Stus-List Re: Boat trucking recommendations

2021-08-19 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I think I might avoid the low bidder for something like that! Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ phone +401 965 5260 On Thu, Aug 19, 2021 at 1:02 PM Joel Aronson via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Steve, > >

Stus-List Re: Checking the list

2021-08-02 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Getting to NS and NFLD is on the list for next year...if all this covid nonsense is over with! Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ phone +401 965 5260 On Mon, Aug 2, 2021 at 8:12 AM Ken Heaton via CnC-List <

Stus-List Re: Wire vs. Dyneema check stays

2021-07-23 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I just finished splicing some dyneema for the running backstays for my Baltic 47. I assume that's what you are calling check stays. So yes, I think Dyneema's a much better option than wire. We use the boat mostly for coastal cruising, occasional ocean racing, and occasional ocean passages. Just

Stus-List Re: Anchor

2021-07-11 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I traded in my CQR for a Manson Supreme a couple of years ago and have been very pleased with it after being a CQR guy for decades. Andy Baltic 47 Masquerade Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ phone +401 965 5260 On Sun,

Stus-List Re: New Foresail.

2021-07-11 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I just ordered a new main from Jenkins Sails in Easton, MD. I chose to go with GPL Lite Skin fabric for its longevity, ability to hold its shape, ease of handling (much lighter than Dacron), and abrasion resistance. Great price; and Jenkins came highly recommended; he was the sailmaker at the

Stus-List Re: Radar Mount

2021-07-10 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I like that option better than a mast mount if it's viable. Just make sure the antenna is high enough that it's not zapping people standing on the bow or by the mast! Andy Formerly of C 40 Peregrine Now Baltic 47 Masquerade Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840

Stus-List Re: Seawater pump

2021-06-25 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I have a deck wash pump to spray mud off my anchor. Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 > On Jun 25, 2021, at 11:31, Rob Hamlin via CnC-List > wrote: > > Why would one want to have sea water come into

Stus-List Re: [EXTERNAL] Seawater pump

2021-06-25 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
A mate of mine was delivering a raceboat into St Pete, Fla for SORC one night. He was dragging the dinner saucepan behind the boat when the coast guard hailed him to tell him they were doing one of their armed midnight "safety checks." He replied "OK, but watch out for the pot behind the boat."

Stus-List Re: Edson Acquired

2021-06-03 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Everybody is aware that Rob Ball, our favorite yacht designer, works at Edson, right? Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 > On Jun 2, 2021, at 20:32, Robert Abbott via CnC-List > wrote: > > Chuck

Stus-List Re: Documenting the boat

2021-05-15 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
dy documented and you’re there. > Takes a while and was regular mail a few years ago, but not hard to do. > Good luck, > Chuck Borge > C > Tenacious > Somerset, MA > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 14, 2021, at 3:11 PM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List >>

Stus-List Documenting the boat

2021-05-14 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
So my “charter” is up and I now officially own Masquerade. Now I have to document her. How difficult is the process to do yourself? Any tips or advice would be much appreciated. I could use a service but the president of our local service has always been pretty miserable to deal with so I

Stus-List Re: Auto pilot???

2021-04-19 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I had an under deck raymarine pilot on my 40. The linear drive worked like a champ. Fast enough to drive in large quartering seas. I think I had the 6000 I have a refurbished raymarine linear drive on my Baltic 47 drives by a B pilot. Works like a champ even offshore, including 1000 miles DDW

Stus-List Re: Information

2021-04-11 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Can you find them? Yes. That’s how I got my Baltic 47. Check the Mass Maritime site. If you buy a donated boat, prepare to roll up your sleeves and do some serious work on it. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 +401 965 5260

Stus-List Re: um From richard - now Airhead

2021-04-06 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
When I switch my head to use fresh water, the flow is supplied by my regular fresh water pump. I can see no reason not to plumb it that way. Most boats follow suit. There is no way effluent could get into the FW system. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840

Stus-List Re: Heavy spinnaker sizing vs medium/light for 33-2

2021-04-06 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Dennis, either that or just set her up by the lee and boogie with the weather rail awash! :) We actually went wing and wing by the lee for a couple of miles with the asymmetric kite on the Baltic 47 in a windy race last summer. But Masquerade is post IOR and a lot easier to keep on the edge

Stus-List Re: Heavy spinnaker sizing vs medium/light for 33-2

2021-04-06 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Sounds like what we used to call a “Chicken chute,” Bruno. A heavy air kite should be narrower at the top and flatter than than your regular kite... do hoist it all the way up or you will find it will oscillate more and steer the boat for you...perhaps in directions you don’t want to go! Three

Stus-List Re: White vinegar

2021-04-01 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
On any professionally run boat you’ll find vinegar and water 50/50 mix is used for wiping down any interior varnished surfaces. It is the best for getting rid of fingerprints, etc. and doesn’t wreck the finish as cleaners like 409 will. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840

Stus-List Re: 40 or 41?

2021-03-30 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Sensible decision, David. :) Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 > On Mar 30, 2021, at 07:01, David Risch via CnC-List > wrote: > > Looked at a 41. Nope. Got me a 40. > > Sent from my

Stus-List Re: 40 or 41?

2021-03-29 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Someone is trying to start a fight! :) The 40 is certainly and objectively the best looking of all the C Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 +401 965 5260 https://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ > On Mar 29, 2021, at 13:47, Rod Stright via CnC-List >

Stus-List Re: turnbuckle lube

2021-03-26 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Lanocoat or Tef-Gel Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 > On Mar 25, 2021, at 23:52, CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List > wrote: > > Hey Joel asked a good question. > > What's the best lubricant for

Stus-List Re: C 40 rigging

2021-03-25 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I had mine inspected and some reheaded about five years ago on my 1981 40. We had to replace the D3/V2 because when it was reheaded the fitting where it went around the spreader would have been in a different place. I think we replaced some turnbuckles, too. Just did something similar with my

Stus-List Re: Cape May bridge clearance

2021-03-23 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Charles, what sources are you using for the C May bridges? NOAA charts list them as 55’ at high water. Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ +401 965-5260 > On Mar 23, 2021, at 10:12, CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List

Stus-List Re: Now bridge clearance

2021-03-23 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I did the entire ICW from Norfolk to Ft Lauderdale in November. Some of the supposed 65’ bridges only showed 62’ on the gauges. The one in C May is a 55’ clearance at high tide, I believe. That canal is a nice short cut rather than going out and around the cape. In case anyone is curious, I

Stus-List Re: C 40

2021-03-22 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
ist > wrote: > > I'd be more worried about water draft than air draft in the ICW with a fixed > keel boat. > > Andy, I know its a tough job ... Besides, too cold to sail in Newport. > > Joel > >> On Mon, Mar 22, 2021 at 11:36 AM Andrew Burton via CnC-List

Stus-List Re: C 40

2021-03-22 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I think the tall rig on the 40 is fine for the ICW. I loved that boat. She gave me few excuses to use the engine, even in light airs if I looked at her sideways she was doing 5 knots. And she'd point like Babe Ruth predicting a home run. Heading home from Cuttyhunk was always lovely; we'd head

Stus-List Re: Now stink boaters anonymous

2021-03-21 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
st year, so my hands have a bit of > oil on them. Dave > > S/V Aries > 1990 C 34+ > New London, CT > > > >> On Mar 21, 2021, at 9:30 AM, jim schwartz via CnC-List >> wrote: >> >> It appears that we are all confessing... my 38 land fall SEA Y

Stus-List Re: Now stink boaters anonymous

2021-03-21 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
em. Dave > > S/V Aries > 1990 C 34+ > New London, CT > > > >> On Mar 21, 2021, at 9:30 AM, jim schwartz via CnC-List >> wrote: >> >> It appears that we are all confessing... my 38 land fall SEA YA ! >> has been replaced with SEA YA ! II ... >

Stus-List Re: C 40

2021-03-19 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Reading the blurb for the listing I thought, “ I couldn’t have said it better myself!”  Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA 02840 +401 965 5260 https://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ > On Mar 19, 2021, at 19:12, Joel Aronson via CnC-List > wrote: > >  > Looks

Stus-List Re: Now stink boaters anonymous

2021-03-19 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Me too. My second boat is a Herreshoff 12 1/2. Oh wait, that’s a sailboat. But I do have a Cape Dory 14, oh wait... I guess I *am* totally without sin...in that regard, anyway.  Andy Andrew Burton 26 Beacon Hill Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/

Stus-List Re: Rigging replacement

2021-03-12 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I had the rig out of my 40 a year before I sold her and reheaded most of the shrouds. It was fairly easy to take apart and and reassemble and the riggers gave me good instructions so I wouldn’t screw it up. I did the same with my Baltic 47 before I launched her for the first time. When you take

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