Thanks for the invite Peregrine. When my sailboat is in the neighborhood sometime in 2024 I'll be reaching out to take you up on that. First I need to learn how sail.
Thanks for the invite Peregrine. When my sailboat is in the neighborhood sometime in 2024 I'll be reaching out to take you up on that. First I need to learn how sail.
After football, I was a competitive sailor to balm my competitve urges, and besides my personal 37.5 coastal cruiser based in Pass-a-Grille FL, was hired crew on some rich guys' ocean racers.
Until my dermatoligist said bluntly: "If you don't get out of the sun, you will die, but not before buying me a new Mercedes."
So I went cold turkey, put the boat on the market that day, and called the various skippers that my sun days were over so I was no longer for hire.
My next "sails" were small airplane wings, and that's a whole 'nother story...
You're the guy they based the dos equis commercials on. The most interesting man in the world. See you in 18-24 months then. Hurricane and pandemic season 24'. If I don't scuttle her into your nearest marina dock, you can show me how it's done from the helm of La Puta Madre.
LOL. Not sure about interesting, maybe more non-conventional, you know, the crowd goes one way and that's enough reason for me to go the other way. The problem with the "road less travelled" is you need better knobby tires because the road is rougher and tougher...but can lead to spectacular scenery most never get to see. And not as many "friends" on that road, at least not conventional friends...more like fellow like-minded crumudgeons.
BTW, if you're into a sailing vibe, I strongly suggest the new film True Spirit, based on true events.
You've got good instincts about crowds. I'll check it out. Papa Citizen recommended it also. I was certain he was talking about the Laura Dekker documentary maidentrip from a few years ago. He kept insisting: "it's not a documentary and she's not Dutch!!!"
A Cal 39 Is a great boat for single-handing. Its a beautifully balaced boat, and can sail well with just the genny up. Anything over 36' can be a bit much for one person. Used to go for a few months in the Virgin Islands every year.
Thanks for the invite Peregrine. When my sailboat is in the neighborhood sometime in 2024 I'll be reaching out to take you up on that. First I need to learn how sail.
After football, I was a competitive sailor to balm my competitve urges, and besides my personal 37.5 coastal cruiser based in Pass-a-Grille FL, was hired crew on some rich guys' ocean racers.
Until my dermatoligist said bluntly: "If you don't get out of the sun, you will die, but not before buying me a new Mercedes."
So I went cold turkey, put the boat on the market that day, and called the various skippers that my sun days were over so I was no longer for hire.
My next "sails" were small airplane wings, and that's a whole 'nother story...
That all said, I DO miss sailing...badly.
You're the guy they based the dos equis commercials on. The most interesting man in the world. See you in 18-24 months then. Hurricane and pandemic season 24'. If I don't scuttle her into your nearest marina dock, you can show me how it's done from the helm of La Puta Madre.
LOL. Not sure about interesting, maybe more non-conventional, you know, the crowd goes one way and that's enough reason for me to go the other way. The problem with the "road less travelled" is you need better knobby tires because the road is rougher and tougher...but can lead to spectacular scenery most never get to see. And not as many "friends" on that road, at least not conventional friends...more like fellow like-minded crumudgeons.
BTW, if you're into a sailing vibe, I strongly suggest the new film True Spirit, based on true events.
You've got good instincts about crowds. I'll check it out. Papa Citizen recommended it also. I was certain he was talking about the Laura Dekker documentary maidentrip from a few years ago. He kept insisting: "it's not a documentary and she's not Dutch!!!"
A Cal 39 Is a great boat for single-handing. Its a beautifully balaced boat, and can sail well with just the genny up. Anything over 36' can be a bit much for one person. Used to go for a few months in the Virgin Islands every year.