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Issue #93
November 2010
M a r i n e rA Publication For Where Land Ends
www.marinermagazine.com
A M a g a z i n e F o r T h e M a r i n a d e l R e y B o a t i n g C o m m u n i t y
The
Catalina Buffalo
Blister Repair
Reel Maintenance
more...
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So I have my little catamaran up for sale, but Im torn about the idea of selling it. These boats become like
people - like dear friends. Anyone whos ever owned a boat and cruised around a bit knows that they take
on human qualities beyond the age-old she thing.
I went over to the mast up storage the other day to check on the boat. It made me sad because I havent
sailed her much lately and I know boats hate that.
Yeah, so I have you in the classifieds, I said meekly, in a low voice, kicking a couple of pebbles on the
parking lot ground not making eye contact She looked away.
Its not youits me, I...I just havent had the time lately andwell, you know
We sat in silence for what seemed like an hour when the catamaran finally broke the silence, I just si
here baking in the sun all day, wondering if youre going to come see me.
Ive been busy, I said, knowing it wasnt completely true. And no offense, but your trampoline is
falling apart and your trailer tires are flat as pancakes.
She began to cry, knowing she was growing old. At this point, wrought with emotion, I took off my pants
and we made love like two impassioned teenagers right there in the parking lot.
Sure it was weird. Anyway, you know what I mean? They become almost like people you know?
The Mariner is
Editor/Publisher/Writer
Pat Reynolds
Photographs
Pat Reynolds
Columnist
Mookie
Contributors
Dave Kirby
Richard Schaefer
Copy Editing Assistance
Lisa Asahara
For advertising rates and
Information contact310-397-1887 - phone
Mailing address
P.O. Box 9403
Marina del Rey, CA 90295
The Mariner appears on the 3rd
Friday of every month.
This issue Oct. 22 - Nov. 19
Important
Numbersat a glance:
Marina del ReySheriff:
310-482-6000
Los Angeles CountyLifeguard:
310-577-5700
Vessel Assist:800-399-1921
Sea Tow866-473-5400
Marine Life Rescue800-39WHALE
2 The Mariner - Issue 93 2010
FROM THE EDITOR
WHATS INSIDE
Thanks for
picking it up!
BO ATS A RE LIKE PEO PLE
Beard in the Wind by Pat Reynolds
Coming Events 4
Off the Wire 6
Buffalo Soldier 12A Look at the Catalina Bison Herd
Halibut Derby Returns 14After a One Year Haitus, the Long Running Fishing Tournament Returns
Catalina Currents 16Boats and Quotes by Richard Schaefer
Powertails 18Reel Maintenance Part 2
Racing 20
Ask the Expert - Navigation
Ask Mookie
Classifieds 25
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65 McKinna 2002 4 cabins dual helms, fullyequipt, clean $1,099,000
45 Carver Voyager pilothouse sedan twinCummins diesels 2002 asking $289,000
47 Spindrift Ranger convertible sedan Catdiesels, two staterooms $89,000
43 Bayliner 1990 motoryacht three state-rooms, diesels $105,000
43 Californian cockpit motoryacht1988 300HP Cat diesels, loaded $134,500
40 Carver aft cabin with cockpit 1995 loadedand very clean $129,00040 Owens aft cabin MY 1963 $25,000
41 Silverton Convertible sedan, two cabins -spacious. $99,500
35 Carver aft cabin 1997 loaded! Full elec,full enclosures, new dinghy and davits, sleeps
8 comfortable 336 hours on engines $115,000
50 Hatteras Convertible Sportfisher 1980.Detroit dsls and gen with 100hrs SMO Cleanand updated equipment. Asking $199,000
43 Viking double cabin MY, twin Detroitdiesels Spacious, Queen Master Berth,
Loaded, Motivated Seller asking $105,000
38 Bayliner have three; 1987 -1991all dieselswith 2 staterooms, dual helms, from $79,000to $98,500
35 Wellcraft, Corsair Express 1992 $39,00029 Cruiser Express 1987 Clean $19,00026 Formula Sport Exp. 1990 Twn $10,000
49 Jones Goodel long-range trawler 1976Very clean and well maintained, equipped tocruise the coast $129,500
42 Uniflite Sportfisher 1978 cummins diesel,full fish gear, eletronics. full fish tower, ready
to go fishing. $78,000
45 Morgan/ Catalina 1992 built center-cock-pit bluewater cruiser, loaded clean $134,500in San Diego.
41 Hunter aft cockpit with aft aft cabin; have2 -2000 an 2002, from $129,000-139,000.46 Hunter 202 aft cpt, aft cab $250,000
32 Luhrs 1974 sportfisher, low hours andloaded. New ext finish and int cushions,
Choice slip. Liveaboard if needed. $24,900
38 Beneteau Moorings 1990 aft cockpit/ aftcabin $59,000
37 Irwin center cockpit sloop 1975, veryclean and fully equipped. Choice slip at
Mothers Beach $32,000
37 Fisher Pilothouse bluewater ketch 1975upgraded 1991 new engine and more $89,000
36 Magellean ketch 1978 bluewater cruiser,full keel, Bristol condition $39,000
29 Columbia 1977 wheel, furling headsailspacious. Surveyed April 2010 $6,900Santana 23 daysailor $3,500
P U R C E L L Y A C H T S
Donate to Boy Scouts of America - LA Area Council
w w w . p u r c e l l y a c h t s . c o m [email protected] - Cell14000 Palawan Way, Suite A Marina del Rey
39 Bayliner convertible sedan two state-rooms two helms Cummins 330 HP diesels
38 Dolphin trawler aft cabin 1986 dualhelms, full walk around decks, side door
entry very clean $99,000
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October 23Fisherm ans Vi l lage WeekendConcer t
Andy Cohen & Nina Beck Quartet (Swing,
Bosa Nova, Samba & Jazz Vocals). Live jazz,
Latin, R&B, Pop, Blues concerts outdoors in the
plaza near the lighthouse, every Saturday and
Sunday, weather permitting. 1 - 4 p.m. (2 - 5
p.m. summer). Free.
October 24Kayak Repai r Cl in ic
Our team will be here Sunday October 24th at
Noon offering tips on kayak and plastic welding
repair. Come by and meet them and learn whatevery kayaker needs to know about boat repair.
Save big money by doing small repairs yourself.
Call Action Watersports on Lincoln Blvd. MDR
at 310-827-2233 for more info.
October 24Fisherm ans Vi l lage Weekend
Concer t
Floyd & The Flyboys (Soul Review). 1 - 4 p.m.
Free.
October 28CYC Yachting Dinner
Join Commodore Tom OConor and other
adventurers from this years CommodoresCruise as they recount their tales of discovery
aboard the S/V Arabella. Enjoy great photos
of the historic New England ports visited
along the way by S/C Martin McCarthy, F/S
Bill Cabeen and many other travelers. Happy
Half-Hour - 6:30 pm Buffet Dinner - 7:00 p.m.
$18.95 inclusive. Reservations Requested
310.823.4567. Open as a public service to all
who love yachting and travel.
October 31Fisherm ans Vi l lage Weekend
Concer t
Bob DeSena (Latin Jazz) 1 - 4 p.m. (2 - 5 p.m.summer). Free.
November 3Publ ic Hear ing on the Mar ina del
Rey LCP Projec t
At 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., The Los Angeles
County Regional Planning Commission will
conduct a public hearing on the Marina del
Rey Local Coastal Program (LCP), and you
will have an opportunity to testify and submit
written comments during this public hearing.
Project Location: The Marina del Rey LCP
covers all landside parcels in the Marina del Rey
small craft harbor located in the unincorporated
area of Los Angeles County.
Description: The major amendment to the
Marina del Rey LCP will re-designate the
land use categories of several parcels, provide
enhancements to open space, adopt policies to
address sensitive biological resources, right size
public parking, update the circulation plan and
combine development zones. In addition several
minor changes to update the document are also
proposed. For more info contact Michael Tripp
at [email protected] at (213) 974-4813. Location - 320 West
Temple Street, Room 150, Los Angeles, 90012
November 6Catal ina Is land Tr iath lon
Starting at 9am, this triathlon features a half-mile
swim in the calm waters of Avalon Bay, a 15K
three-loop cycle course to Wrigley Memorial
and a 3K run course to Hamilton Cove. Pacific
Sports (714) 978-1528.
November 10Smal l Cra f t Harbor Commiss ion
Meet ing
The Small Craft Harbor Commission meeting
is usually on the second Wednesday of each
month, held at Burton Chace Park, 13650
Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey. Contact info@
bh.lacounty.gov for more info.
November 12 - 14Catal ina Jazz Dance Fest iva l
The Catalina Jazz Dance Festival celebrates the
evolution of Swing Dance over the past 100
years. Featuring dances from the Cakewalk and
Charleston of the 20s, to the Lindy Hop and
Jitterbug of Swings heyday in the 30s and 40s,
and into its influence on todays dance styles.
The Casino Ballroom in Avalon will be hostto daytime dance workshops and activities as
well as live music in the evenings. Its nearly
round-the-clock dancing from Friday afternoon
to Sunday night!
November 13Catal ina Is land Eco-Marat hon
The Catalina Eco Marathon will start and
finish in the town of Avalon. Run through three
entirely different eco-systems and see the plant
life and animal life in each. Spectrum Sports
Management (909) 399-3553.
CatalinaEcoMarathon.com
November 25Thanksg iv ing Is land Sty le
Enjoy a traditional family style Thanksgiving
dinner complete with all the trimmings in a
unique Island setting. Reservations are required
please call the Harbor Reef Restaurant at 310
510-4215.
OngoingSanta Mon ica Wind jamm ers
Yacht Club
Wednesday and Friday Night Dinners
Members, guests, and prospective members
are invited to join us for cocktails, fun, food
and friendship on most Wednesday and Friday
evenings at our club house. Fun starts a
6:30 pm for cocktails and 7:30 pm for dinner
Lectures and educational presentations often
follow our Wednesday night dinners. Live
music is provided on most Fridays for you
enjoyment and dancing pleasure. Reservation
are required. Our club house is located at 13589
Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey. For menus
availability, pricing, directions, parking, and
more event and membership details, please visi
our web site at www.smwyc.org or call us a
310-827-7692
Marina Venice Yacht ClubSocia l Sundays
Join Marina Venice Yacht Club weekly for ou
Social-Sunday Open House from 4 p.m. to 7
p.m. Food items are provided and there is no
charge. MVYC is located in the Marina City
Club - West Tower - at 4333 Admiralty Way
Whether you own a boat, are looking to buy
one, or just want to be around other water loving
people MVYC welcomes all who share in the
Corinthian Spirit. Security will tell you wherto park. Follow the signs up the stairs or elevato
to the Club House on G2. For more information
contact [email protected], call (818) 422
6368, or visit our Facebook Group page.
Sai l ing Singles of Southern Cal i forn ia
Sailing Singles of Southern California is a
Sailing Club centered in Marina del Rey bu
open to all sailing enthusiasts from the LA area
We meet twice monthly, at 7 p.m. at the Marina
Venice Yacht Club, 4333 Admiralty Way located
at the Marina City Club West Tower in Marina
C o m i n g E v e n t s !Whats happening around the largest man made harbor in the U.S.?
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Boating Instruction, Delivery
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Captain & Charter Services
Senior Skipper FANTASEA ONE
Captain Joel Eve 310-210-0861
marineresourcecenter.com
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del Rey. There is a $10 Meeting donation per
person that includes a light Dinner. Drinks are
available at a full bar at reasonable prices. Club
members will meet and socialize with sailboat
owners and can arrange for sails in Santa
Monica Bay. After sailing, club members canenjoy wine and cheese parties or full dinners
on members Boats. Catalina Island trips and
special events are also planned. (310) 822-0893
or email: [email protected] www.
sailingsinglesofsoutherncalifornia.com
Marina Sunday Sai l ing Club
Since 1981 MSSC has brought together skippers
and crew in a friendly social environment for
daysails in Santa Monica Bay and cruises to
Catalina and other destinations. We meet on
the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month on the
patio at Burton Chace Park under the Club
banner. Meetings start at 10:00 a.m. with a free
Continental breakfast and socializing. We hold
a brief business meeting and then head out for
an afternoon of sailing on the Bay after which
we gather at a members dock for wine, snacks
and more socializing. Visitors are welcome
and may attend two meetings free. No prior
sailing experience is necessary. Married people
welcome! For more info call (310) 226-8000 or
visit www.marinasundaysailors.com
Womens Sai l ing Associat ion of Santa Mon ica Bay
Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the
Santa Monica Windjammers Yacht Club, 13589
Mindanao Way, in Marina del Rey. The meeting,
held at 7:30, is preceded by a social hour, anda light dinner is served. Each meeting features
a guest speaker discussing their adventures
and achievements. WSA invites boaters of all
skill levels to join. Its programs, include day
sails, seminars, parties, and cruises including
destinations such as King Harbor, Catalina and
the northern Channel Islands, For membership
information contact email membership@
wsasmb.org or on the web at www.wsasmb.org.
Catalinas of Santa Monica Bay, Owners of
Catalina Yachts
Join us for our monthly meetings at the Santa
Monica Windjammers Yacht Club on the 3rd
Tuesday of each month. We would like to
welcome Catalina owners to join our club. We
have speakers, cruises to Catalina, races and
other events throughout the year. Our doors open
at 6:00 for happy hour and then dinner around 7
to 7:30 and our main event after that. Join the
fun and meet other owners of Catalinas. For
more info email [email protected].
To submit an event email editor@
marinermagazine.com
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O F F T H E W I R E
New Harbormaster inCatalina
MDR BoatBuilderDies a t 89
AVALON, Catalina Island, Calif. - Years ago
Phillip Winter, a San Diego native, boated and
hiked around Catalina Islands Emerald Bay
as a boy scout. Hes been sailing, fishing and
diving around the island ever since. Now, as the
new Harbormaster at Santa Catalina IslandsTwo Harbors, he will play an important role in
the inner workings of the island he has always
loved.
With his two sons in college, he looks forward
to spending time on and under the water with
his wife and daughter in Two Harbors.
The MarinerPick i t Up !
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Marina del Rey boat builder from the late sixties
to the early eighties, Ted Elliot died this month
at his home in Oregon. Elliot and his crew built
more than 23 yachts over 20 years and they
were regarded as top quality vessels.
He was the premium guy here, said Willie
Hjorth from the Marina del Rey Historical
Society. His boats went to the next level of
elegance and design. They were definitely the
cream of the crop
In the mid to late sixties when Marina del Rey
was brand new, the area near Lincoln blvd and
Maxella, where Odyssey Video and Starbucks
are now located, was known as the boulevard
of boats. It was here that Elliot produced his
powerboats that commanded respect throughout
the industry.
In the early eighties Ted closed up shop and
headed up north where he fished, went to church
and spent time with family and friends.
Licensed Capta ins AreA Dime A Dozen...
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Expert discreet instruction in boatmaneuvering, docking and all the other
basics that will make your boatingexperience safe and fun!
Deliveries
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Co ast Gua rd Stages Moc k Resc ue Off Burton Cha c e Park
O F F T H E W I R E
At Discover Marina del Rey Day an air-sea rescue demonstration, a Coast Guard Dolphin HH-65 helicopter from USCG Air Station Los Angelesdeployed a rescue swimmer in the harbor and performed an actual hoist of a person into the helicopter. Photo Pat Reynolds.
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O F F T H E W I R E
Its that time of year again, with the winter storms and Santa Ana winds approaching, bringing with them all the storm drain debris that gets washed into
Marina del Rey from Ballona Creek. Last year, S&K Dive Service provided a free cleanup of F and G basin throughout the winter on a biweekly basis
This year, in order to be more effective, S&K will have an emergency response team of divers in dinghys removing the trash after every storm event
Anyone who has walked around the marina after a storm or after the Santa Ana winds has noticed the abundance of garbage that accumulates on theleeward side of the marina, closest to Lincoln Blvd. This is the storm runoff coming from Ballona Creek. For years this garbage has simply washed
back out to sea as the tides change, presumably to join the other trash in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. In an effort to stem the amount of garbage
that ends up floating out of the marina and to help keep the oceans blue, S&K Dive Service will continue to provide this annual pro bono public service
to clean the marina waters.
The Coastal Cleanups and Kayak Cleanups are great traditions that make an enormous impact on the amount of garbage on our beaches and in our
oceans. But with the amount of trash that comes down Ballona Creek from across the Los Angeles basin, these yearly efforts only make a dent in the
problem. There still continues to be floating garbage that accumulates in the marina throughout the year, and particularly when there is a storm. S&K
Dive has been servicing boats since 1974, with divers continually in the water, and has seen the problem grow. The winter is particularly bad, when the
rains and winds make the amount of garbage ending up in the water the greatest. According to S&K Dives Paul Skipper, We want to help keep the
water clean, because were diving in it every day.
Starting in November and continuing into the New Year, S&K will be sending crews to remove the surface garbage that is floating in the marina. Thi
will be in addition to the current efforts by the County and will be done as a free service to enhance the publics enjoyment of the marina. Look for the
crews after a storm when the cleanup is in progress and give the divers a big thank you. And you can always stop by S&K Dive for your free wate
bottle to reduce plastic waste.
Dive Service Goes the Extra Mile
Make an Easy $100!
Refer a fellow boater to Dolphin Marina and when they sign on thedotted line, well give you $100 cash!
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MARINA DEL REY-- Last month
over 14,131 volunteers (a new record)
from all over Los Angeles took action
to rid beaches and inland waterways
of unsightly and sometimes harmfuldebris. Coastal Cleanup Day (CCD)
is an international event with over 90
countries around the world participating,
making it one of the largest volunteer
efforts on the plane. This year, volunteers
cleaned up 101 miles of coastline in Los
Angeles County, and removed/prevented 103,524 pounds of trash from
entering Santa Monica Bay.
California Coastal Cleanup Day is coordinated in Los Angeles County by
Heal the Bay in conjunction with the California Coastal Commission and
the Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors.
The event began in 1985 as a way to combat the increasing marine debris
along our shorelines and grew to an international effort that, according to
Heal the Bay, is the largest volunteer day on the planet.
The Santa Monica Bay Restoration
Foundation also got involved in the day
hosting the only kayak cleanup site in
Los Angeles. Local businesses (UCLA
Marina Aquatic Center, Boat Rentals ofAmerica, Boys & Girls Club of Venice
& Sport Chalet) donated kayaks fo
volunteers to use in order to pick up
marine debris that had already made i
into the ocean.
This year there were 125 volunteers in kayaks helping to clean up the
marina. An additional 30 volunteers helped on land, creating the larges
turnout for Marina del Rey ever, with 165 volunteers total. These people
on land and sea, removed 327 pounds of trash from Marina del Rey
including recyclable items, fishing line and equipment, and even 15
pounds of dog waste in biodegradable bags.
For more information, or to schedule an interview with our Coastal
Cleanup Day Coordinator, please contact Michelle Kearney, mkearney@
waterboards.ca.gov, or (213) 576-6648.
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Comprehensive monthly boat checks, licensed and insured,Reasonable rates
Save Up t o 50%Vessel Maintenance and Repair Power and Sail
Wwright marine service
Call Wright Marine Service for all your
vessels maintenance and repair needs.
Mechanical
Complete engine and/or generatorservice and repair. All makes and
models. Diesel, gas, outboards
ElectricalCharging systems, battery analysis
and replacement. Navigationequipment - audio and video.
PlumbingFresh, raw, waste and bilge
systems. Holding, water andfuel tanks. Heads, through-hulls,
valves etc.
Captain Services
Charters, Private instruction,deliveries, management, consulting,
sea trials. Power or Sail.
Captain Jason Wright
310-804-3866
O F F T H E W I R E
Clean Up Time
Photo Sarah Woodard and Mark Lessley
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The Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade
and the Portraits of Hope have partnered
for the 48th Annual Holiday Boat Parade
scheduled for Saturday, December 11th.
This years theme is A Rock n RollChristmas commencing at 6 p.m. in the
main channel of Marina del Rey.
The Portraits of Hope Summer of
Color exhibition transformed 156 Los
Angeles County Lifeguard towers into
a massive public art and civic project
along Los Angeles County beaches from
Malibu to Palos Verdes. Its success was
due to the efforts of nearly 6,000 children in schools, hospitals and social
service programs along with 2,500 adult volunteers who participated in
painting the brightly colored panels for the walls and roof tops of the
towers.
Portraits of Hope provided children and adults facing cancer, burn trauma,
spinal injuries, HIV/AIDS, head and brain injuries as well as other serious
medical issues, the innovative project. Specialized brushes were developed
for patients unable to manipulate a brush with their hands or with limited
or no movement in their arms and legs to paint the panels.
After the beach exhibition, the art panels
will be removed from the towers and
donated to participating institutions
and social service agencies around the
world to beautify interior and exteriorfacilities. Many of the panels will be
shipped to Haiti for transitional homes
temporary shelters, schools, hospitals
and senior centers. A limited amount o
panels will be auctioned off during the
fundraising cruise Thursday, Octobe
7th. Photos taken of the multi-colored
lifeguard towers will also be available
for purchase.
The Grand Marshall and prizes for the event have yet to be announced
but in years past winners have won trips to Hawaii, Japan and many othe
exotic spots. Grand Marshalls have been famous actors, local weathermenprominent politicians, celebrated adventurers and many more stand ou
figures.
For additional information, contact the Marina del Rey Holiday Boa
Parade at (310) 670-7130 or visit the website at mdrboatparade.org.
O F F T H E W I R E
Holiday Boat Parade Partners with Cha rity Organiza tion
Randall BurgYacht and Ship Inc.
4601 Admiralty Way Pier 44 Marina - corner of Admiralty Way and Bali Way
www.rbyachts.com - email: [email protected] - YouTube: YACHTSONTV & RBYachts
310 574-9449
1983 55 Ocean Sport FisherAmazing, lots of xtras $249k
1978 44 Pacifica SportFisher, twin dsels, $109,995
2003 Carver 45, loaded, dsl,spacious, new listing, $289k
2002 40 Formula 400SS,Hyd-Hoist, 50mph+$229,000
2000 38 Sea Ray Sundancer,twin gas,(on lot) $129k
2002 34 Sea Ray Sundancer,twin gas, $114k
2005 32 Sea Ray Sundancer,twin gas (on lot) $125k
2006 Sea Ray Sundancer.Warnty, RIB, dsls, $330,000
1976 41 Bruce King KetchMasterpiece! Must See $229k
2002 48 Dyna. Exceptional,elegant and sporty $399k
1993 50 Mikelson Sportfishertwn dsls, loaded! $389k
1988 50 Spindrift, twin dsls,clean, spacious $189k
1983 44 Tanton Cutter,cruise ready, $120k
2003 40 Donzi. Near Perfect.Fast, comfortable, fun $37.9k
$40 million in Pre-Owned boats!
32 Monterey 322 Exp Crser,Very clean, (on lot), $69,000
Over 130 boats in inventory!
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O F F T H E W I R E
ANNAPOLIS, Md., August 12, 2010 - On the afternoon of July 25th, a fast moving storm packing 70 mph winds, rain and lighting swept across the
Chesapeake Bay. Over the next two hours, U.S. Coast Guard Sector Baltimore, MD, received 37 calls from mariners in distress. Unfortunately many
boaters and anglers, unaware of the supercells fury, were caught unprepared. But it didnt have to be this way.
Today there are dozens of hi-tech ways to receive up-to-the-minute weather information aboard your boat. The BoatUS Foundation recently reviewed
28 products and services to see which provided mariners with the best information and has issued its recommendations for its top picks.
Sometimes bad weather can approach with few visual signs, said Program Manager David Carter. Having these resources available can complemen
your VHF radios weather broadcast.
The review, which covered satellite and phone-based weather services for the coastal inshore and inland boater, included free cellular phone tex
messaging services to fee-based subscription services that display weather information on a chartplotter. Each weather service includes hardware, such
as a standard flip phone, smart phone, computer or chartplotter, as well as the software designed to present the information.
Foundation staff limited their focus to the actual content and depth of weather information provided. This included the ability to deliver local, land-
based weather information (current conditions such as temperature, wind or barometric readings), hazardous weather warnings, radar imagery, land and
marine forecasts, and NOAA buoy reports.
The Foundations weather service picks are:
Best Free Flip Phone Option: NOAAs mobile.weather.gov
Best iPhone App: MarineCast
Best Blackberry App: Mobile Mariner
Best Free App: WeatherBug
Satellite Weather: XM WX Weather
Wea ther Info on the Go
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n 1924, a small herd of about 14 buffalo were brought to Catalina Island
for a silent film called The Vanishing American. At the time, there
was no term or concept of invasive species and when the filming
wrapped, they left the bison to enjoy island life. Today, descendants
of this Hollywood herd still roam the Catalina countryside, but their
presence has become quite a bit more complicated.
By the early seventies, the Catalina group grew in numbers to around
600 individuals and in time officials began to realize, for a multitude of
reasons, the small island couldnt sustain so many large buffalo. Through
the years, the conservancy has made controversial decisions regarding
non-indigenous animals. One such decision involved hiring professional
gunmen to pick off goats and pigs that were, like the buffalo, threatening
native plant life and fauna that the conservancy is committed to protecting.
But they assert that if the buffalo population can be kept under 200, theyre
willing to trade the damage they inflict for the charm/tourist attraction
they bring to the area.
Even though the Conservancy has had to remove other invasive species,
the bison have become part of the historical fabric of the island, said Bob
Rhein spokesman for the Conservancy. We dont have any long term
plans to get rid of the bison.
Rhein makes this claim now with more confidence then ever because
of a recent contraception program that began last year where females
are injected with a chemical that weakens their fertility. According
to the conservancy the birth control program cold be a win-win for al
involved.
This birth control doesnt affect the females and doesnt affect the
males, Rhein said. It just makes it very difficult for the sperm to ge
into the eggs.
We did a scientific study several years ago and determined that 150-200
bison are good for the island and good for the bison.
To some, the idea of interfering with natures intentions doesnt sit well
Darrell Geist, habitat coordinator for the Buffalo Field Campaign, a
nonprofit group dedicated to protecting the last wild bison herd in the
United States at Yellowstone National Park told the LA Times: When
you intervene with natural selection, you are unraveling a very complex
relationship among herd animals, particularly among matriarchal female
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and bulls who compete for
those females.
This is evidently a risk the
conservancy is willing to take.
They are committed to the
program because they both
believe in the science and
because shipping buffalo off
the island, which they have
been doing in recent years, is
very expensive.
Regardless of politically
correct public statements, there
are some who believe the herd
is nothing but a hindrance to
the conservancy and if they had
their way, the buffalo would be gone.
It is obvious to all who know the ways of the conservancy that their goal
is to exterminate the buffalo - same as the goats and pigs, deer etcetera -
its their dogma, said a long-time Catalina patron who asked to not beidentified.
When confronted with the topic of the goat and pig eradication Rhein
paused and said pensively, They had to goI think we made the best
decision for the island.
The conservancy is hopeful the birth control program goes according to
plan for the islands sake and for the health of the buffalo as well. Seven
or eight years ago there was a
study that revealed that Catalina
bison were a bit smaller than
their mainland cousins and
not as well nourished. At the
time of the research there were
around 350 animals inhabiting
the island. In drought wrough
years food and water aren
as abundant and their health
can suffer. Aware of this, the
conservancy monitors them
and steps in when necessary.
Their our responsibility,
Rhein said. In a time of grea
drought when there really
wasnt anything for them to ea
we have and we would put out hay for them and make sure the old water
troughs around the island are filled with water.
Other than population issues Rhein stresses that while the buffalo are
relatively docile, its important that Catalina visitors keep their distanceYears back a teenager was antagonizing one of the animals and was
subsequently attacked.
Rhein said that if you were to see a bull standing around grazing, al
should be well, but there are instances where calves are present and extra
caution should be observed.
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Marina del Rey Halibut Derby -
May 14 & 15, 2011
Save the Date
The Marina del Rey Halibut Derby is back
on. Mark your calendars and save the
date. The 2011 MDR Halibut Derby will be
May 14 & 15th.
Placing the MDR Halibut Derby on a one
year hiatus was one of the most difficult
decisions our board has ever made, said
MDRA President Joshua Gerson. We
wanted to give our local halibut a one
year rest, during which time our board of
directors conducted a thorough investigation
on the health of the Santa Monica Bay and
the health of the local halibut fishery.
Since the last MDR Halibut Derby, The
MDRA Board invited some of the most
knowledgeable government and non-
government agencies and their top marine
and fishery scientists to address the club and
present their findings. Scientists from the
following organizations made presentations or provided research papers
to the club and its officers.
California Department of Fish and game
Heal the Bay
Santa Monica Bay Restoration Commission
University of California, Marine Sciences
Los Angeles County Sanitation District
Southern California Coastal Water Research Project
These scientists provided data and reflected a consensus that the water and
bottom sediment in the Santa Monica Bay is the cleanest it has been in
over 30 years. We obviously have further challenges ahead of us to control
pollution, treat storm water run off, reduce pesticides and fertilizers,
restore wet lands and manage fisheries
but the message was clear and unanimous
that huge progress has been made and theSanta Monica Bay is in good environmenta
shape.
During this past year the halibut fishery in
Southern California has also been excellent
Halibut anglers who know the water and
proper techniques and who target halibu
are getting regular catches of quality fish,
said MDRA Vice President Keith Lambert
We have even caught halibut on our MDRA
Youth Fishing Trips including a 30-pound
barn door landed by first timer, 13 year old
Heidi Romos on the Betty-O.
MDRA Director Kenneth Raymond will be
the 2011 MDR Halibut Derby Chairman
We are so excited to announce the dates for
our 36th MDR Halibut Derby, said Ken
MDRA has hosted the MDR Halibut Derby
for tens of thousands of anglers. Please come
out and join this great event.
Marina del Rey Anglers is a fishing and conservation group and a non
profit 501(c)3 organization. The money raised from the derbies has funded
the clubs well known and respected MDRA Youth Fishing Program, itWhite Seabass Pens in Marina Del Rey and various other critical marine
environmental and conservation programs. It hosts over 500 children from
at risk environments and future anglers to fishing trips each summer and
has released over 78,000 white seabass from its WSB grow out pens in
Marina del Rey. It also sponsors fun fishing charters and welcomes new
members and donations.
Please send any donations or raffle items and cash to MDRA, c/o Bob
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C O A S TA L C U R R E N T S
oats have been floating around
since before Noah - I guess
thats why there are thousands
of quotations about them. Im
surprised Noah didnt write
a few himself. I bet they would have been
memorable...Yeah God, I remember everything
you told me to bring - I just wish you would
have mentioned a shovel.
There is nothing - absolutely nothing - half so
much worth doing as simply messing about in
boats. --Kenneth Grahame.
OK - I can buy that most of the time. Just dont
catch me on a day when Im dealin with aplugged head.
Twenty years from now you will be more
disappointed by the things that you didnt do
than by the ones you did do. So throw off the
bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch
the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream.
Discover. --Mark Twain
Amen. Carpe Diem, Huckleberry.
The sea is the same as it has been since before
men ever went on it in boats.-- Ernest Hemingway
I think all sailors feel that seemingly endless
continuity - part of the magic.
We cannot direct the wind, but we can adjust
the sails. -- Bertha Calloway
True for sailing and true for life.
It is time to be old - Time to take in sail.
-- Ralph Waldo Emerson
And, hopefully weve replaced strength and
agility with wisdom and experience.
A ship in harbor is safe, but thats not what
ships are built for. --William Shedd
A sad, though somehow comforting thought as a
son prepares to leave home.
Out of sight of land the sailor feels safe. It is
the beach that worries him. -- Charles Davis
Learn that lesson well.
Ships are the nearest thing to dreams that hands
have ever made. -- Robert Rose
They are indeed, vessels of dreams.
If you cannot arrive in daylight, then stand off
well clear, and wait until dawn.
-- Tristan Jones
Good advice when approaching an unknown
landfall.
If you cant repair it, maybe it shouldnt be on
board. -- Lin and Larry Pardee
I never couldfigure out if the Pardees were
Luddites, spartan or just cheap.
There is nothing like lying flat on your back on
the fore deck, alone except for the helmsman aft
at the wheel - all silence except for the lapping
of the sea against the side of the ship. At that
moment you can be equal to Ulysses and brother
to him. -- Errol Flynn
From what Ive heard about Flynn at Catalina..
well, lets just say that I dont think he did much
laying around on the fore deck - alone.
Mother, mother ocean, I have heard you cal
- wanted to sail upon your waters since I was
three feet tall - youve seen it all, youve seen
it all. Watched the men who rowed you, switch
from sail to steam - in your belly you hold the
treasures few have ever seen - most of em
dreams, most of em dreams. Yes, I am a pirate
two hundred years too late. The cannons don
thunder, theres nothin to plunder, Im an over
forty victim of fate - Arriving too late, arrivingtoo late. -- A Pirate Looks At Forty - Jimmy
Buffett
I dont think theres a sailor in the last 30 years
who doesnt know that song. Most of em fee
like it was written just for them - maybe me
included.
The days pass happily with me wherever my
ship sails. -- Joshua Slocum
Slocum disappeared after setting sail to explor
the Amazon, Orinoco and Rio Negro Rivers inSouth America. At the time, these rivers were
all known for being home to various tribes of
headhunters. Somehow I dont think his last day
passed happily.
A tourist remains an outsider throughout his
visit; but a sailor is part of the local scene from
the moment he arrives. -- Anne Davison
This is true - even at Catalina. Sailors and
fishermen are an integral part of local ambiance
B
BOATS AND QUOTES
By Captain Richard Schaefer
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and atmosphere - which would not exist in their
absence.
Any fool can carry on, but a wise man knows
to shorten sail - in time. -- Joseph Conrad
Sage advice from the Heart of Darkness.
Sailors, with their built in sense of order,
service and discipline , should really be running
the world. -- Nicholas Monsarrat
Couldnt possibly do any worse than the
politicians who are running things now.
I called to the other men that the sky was
clearing, and then a moment later I realized that
what I had seen was not a rift in the clouds but
the white crest of an enormous wave.-- Ernest Shackleton
Shackelton was one of the most resourceful and
bravest men who ever lived. We have few such
men today. I would suggest that anyone who
thinks otherwise read, Endurance.
A sailing ship is no democracy; you dont
caucus a crew as to where youll go anymore
than you inquire when theyd like to shorten
sail. -- Sterling Hayden
And another from olIron Jaw...
A quote from Sterling Haydens book,
Wanderer.
To be truly challenging, a voyage, like a life,
must rest on a firm foundation of financial
unrest. Otherwise, you are doomed to a routine
traverse, the kind known to yachtsmen who
play with their boats at sea... cruising it is
called. Voyaging belongs to seamen, and to the
wanderers of the world who cannot, or will not,
fit in. If you are contemplating a voyage and you
have the means, abandon the venture until yourfortunes change. Only then will you know what
the sea is all about.
Ive always wanted to sail to the South Seas,
but I cant afford it. What these men cant
afford is not to go. They are enmeshed in the
cancerous discipline of security. And in the
worship of security we fling our lives beneath
the wheels of routine - and before we know it
our lives are gone.
What does a man need - really need? A few
pounds of food each day, heat and shelter,
six feet to lie down in - and some form of
working activity that will yield a sense of
accomplishment. Thats all in the material
sense, and we know it. But we are brainwashed
by our economic system until we end up in a
tomb beneath a pyramid of time payments,
mortgages, preposterous gadgetry, playthings
that divert our attention for the sheer idiocy of
the charade.
The years thunder by. The dreams of youth
grow dim where they lie caked in dust on the
shelves of patience. Before we know it, the
tomb is sealed.
Where, then, lies the answer? In choice. Which
shall it be: bankruptcy of purse or bankruptcy oflife? -- Sterling Hayden
Like Shackelton - a mans man - flawed, but hard
and true. As I have mentioned before, I named
my youngest son Hayden.
At sea, I learned how little a person needs, not
how much. -- Robin Lee Graham
Compare Grahams pithy statement to Haydens
opus - both take you to the same place - one with
simple brevity the other with flinty eloquence.
To achieve harmony aboard ship, the desire for
companionship and conversation must always
be balanced with regard for introspection and
solitude. -- R.L. Schaefer
While wandering along quiet beaches I have
found that seashells that are weathered or
broken are, often times, of more interest and
dimension than those shiny and perfect.
-- R.L. Schaefer
Hey, its my column - Indulge me.
Until next month - Smooth Sailing...
Captain Richard Schaefer is a U.S.C.G.
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They have busy forums, great discussions and
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Five: Bail and Bail Spring Assembly
The bail itself is very simple to remove. Once
the line roller is disassemble, only one screw is
left holding the bail. Unscrew to remove the bail
completely.
Important: Although Ive shown the complete
removal of the bail, I recommend that you work
in subassemblies. In other words, after taking
the line roller apart and cleaning it, put it back
together before taking off the other end of the
bail. This is always a safe strategy. The less
loose parts you have at any one time means you
have fewer parts to lose and fewer reassembly
steps to forget.
My reel was in pretty good shape prior to
disassembly. But you can tell from the picture
below that there is still some sand that got itsway into the bail attachment point. Clean this
area thoroughly and lube with a general lubricant
like Daiwa Blue Grease before reassembling.
The bail spring assembly is located on the same
side of the bail as the line roller. Usually thereis some sort of cover that protects the spring
assembly from the elements. Below is the reel
with the bail spring cover removed but the
spring assembly still in place.
This area is a real sand collector on my reels.
The cover on my reel is chrome plastic. So
instead of using white gas which may mar or
distort the plastic, I simply rinse this part off in
running water.
If you move the bail back and forth with the bail
spring cover removed, you can see how the bail
spring mechanism works.
Bail fully closed:
Bail partly open:
Bail completely open:
Notice in the above pic how the fully compressed
bail spring shaft interacts with the bail trip.
Now detach the bail arm. This assembly is
spring-loaded so be careful. The bail spring
assembly should be in the position shown below
Notice the orientation of the pin.
This pin fits into a hole in the base of the bai
arm attachment.
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Reel Maintenance
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The fall bite is on! We still have squidand fin bait along the coast and overat the islands, its kind of unusual soenjoy it while it lasts. Even though theweather patterns have been unpredict-able, white seabass and yellowtail arearound and were hoping they hang onfor a while longer.
Santa Monica Bay has been produc-ing a little bit of every species latelyand both ends of the bay have haddecent spots wherever there are kelpbeds. If your fishing structures outsidethe breakwall, the bass bite has beengood. Dont put your top-water gearaway just yet its the time of the yearto keep both bottom and top-watergear handy.
The lobster season opener had mixedreviews depending on location. I hadlimits over at Catalina while diving, butresults varied. Not to worry, we have along season ahead of us to find thosespots.
Currently water temps are holding in
the 60s not bad, all things consid-ered. On the bait scene: Larry andMike over at Inseine Baits have curedsardines and squid. Im still fishingdown around San Diego for tuna aslong as they hang around
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The spring assembly itself is dumped into
the white gas to clean. This is the only way
to completely remove sand that is imbedded
in grease. Once the parts are cleaned and
dry, they are regreased and reassembled. For
proper reassembly, the pin must fit in the hole
so you may have to compress the bail shaft
spring slightly to accomplish this. Your reel
should now have a smoothly functioning bail
and line roller.
Six: Bail Trip Assembly
Note: The following has only been verified for
Daiwa spinning reels (Capricorn & Samurai).Other manufacturers/models may differ.
Please refer to your reels schematic BEFORE
messing with this assembly.
For more advanced reel-tweakers, lets revisit
the bail trip assembly. On the a simple reel such
as a Daiwa Samurai, it can be as simple as two
components: the bail trip lever and the bail
trip spring. There may also be a washer or two
in the mix. Make a note of the order of each
piece as you disassemble. Note the orientation
of both ends of the spring, in relation to each
other and in relation to the lever. The spring iscompressed in the pic in the next below.
Remove and clean as necessary. The picture
below shows how the bail trip spring and bail
trip lever are oriented to each other prior to
reassembly.
Reassembly can be a little tricky. One good
way is to hold the spring and lever togethe
and place them partially on the shaft as shown
below.
Gently guide the straight end of the spring into
position. Rotate the lever clockwise, seat the
lever fully and screw it back on.
Seven: Other Tips
Another really quick maintenance fix that i
commonly overlooked is the handle. A quick
shot of lubricant such as Corrosion-X between
the plastic paddle and shaft it rotates on will do
wonders in restoring the smoothness of you
reel. If the paddle shaft is really gunked up
dip the paddle in white gas and stir. Remove
let dry and relubricate using Corrosion-X.
The above maintenance procedures should
cover a reel that has not been dumped in the
ocean and has been rinsed with fresh water
after each saltwater use. If you still have a
rough-shod reel after performing the above
steps, you may have to remove the rotor and
or crack the body and have a look at the main
gears. Well save that for next time!
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a public statement the Del Rey Yacht Club has decided to hold off on the running of the long standing international race:
After much discussion and careful deliberation, it was the decision of the Committee to postpone the PV 11 Race until conditions for successfully
staging a long-distance Regatta are more favorable.
Due to the uncertain economy, we do not have enough paid entries to warrant the time and expense of running a race of this kind.
Going hand in hand with the economic situation, it has been difficult to get sponsorships and ads even with the help of a professional sponsorship
company.
The Mexican Airline bankruptcy has also discouraged many of our members, including key chairmen, from participating in this race. The resultan
increase in air fares makes the cost extremely difficult for many who desire to participate in the activities in Puerto Vallarta. The difficulty of obtaining
escort vessels has also created additional problems for starting and finishing the four races and coordinating the communications, computations and
parties in route.
The perceived problem of Mexican Violence was also very discouraging. In summation, the PV 11 Executive Committee felt it would be financially
irresponsible to continue past this point in preparation for this race.
The Marina del Rey to Puerto Vallarta race has been running since the early 70s and is regarded as one of the most established international long distance
races on the West Coast. For years Roy Disney in his famous Pyewacket and Doug Baker in Magnitude 80 would race down the coast attempting tobreak a twenty year speed record set by Joss, which Baker eventually did.
Recently, organizers decided to make the race more cruising friendly instead of competing with some other long distance Mexican races being hosted
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has now waived a limitation on selling fuel that is more than 10 percent ethanol for model year 2007
and newer cars and light trucks. The waiver applies to fuel that contains up to 15 percent ethanol known as E15 and only to model year 2007 and
newer cars and light trucks. This represents the first of a number of actions that are needed from federal, state and industry towards commercialization
of E15 gasoline blends. EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson made the decision after a review of the Department of Energys (DOEs) extensive testing
and other available data on E15s impact on engine durability and emissions.
This decision has got some boating advocacy groups aggressively asking for more testing before E 15 makes its way into the general fuel supply
Large numbers of boaters have been impacted by 10% ethanol in their gasoline, which was rolled out nationwide a few years ago. A solvent, ethano
can degrade fuel systems and harm boat engines. Boaters around the country have reported engine breakdowns, some leading to expensive repairs andpotential safety issues.
Prior to the EPAs announcement, Followthescience.org stated: More than 22,000 Americans have e-mailed President Obama urging him to stop the
Environmental Protection Agency from approving a 50 percent increase in the amount of ethanol in gasoline until comprehensive, independent and
objective scientific testing can show that higher ethanol levels will not increase air pollution, harm engines or raise consumer safety issues.
A broken-down car on the side of the road is one thing; a boat stranded at sea is an entirely different matter, said Thom Dammrich, President of the
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run at a higher temperature, increasing emissions of smog-forming pollutants. There are serious consumer safety, warranty, product liability and air
quality concerns that EPA and policymakers have not fully thought through, in their haste, to support the ethanol industry.
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safeguards, Dammrich said regarding the EPAs announcement. This decision not only adversely impacts marine manufacturers, but creates a
significant risk of misfueling for the nations 66 million boaters who will be left holding the bag for performance issues and expensive repairs. We are
astonished that EPA has decided to move forward with a fuel that will increase air pollution and damage hundreds of millions of existing products.
In the coming months, NMMA and other organizations will review EPAs pump label rulemaking and explore additional options to protect the boating
community and marine manufacturers from incompatible fuels like E15.
Captain Wilson Sheppard
Powerboat Specialist
Sales Training
818-455-5984
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Simon Landt is the Yard Manager @ Windward
Yacht Center, he started out in boatbuilding
in England, after working in the Med and
Caribbean for Yacht Charter companies he isnow a permanentfixture in Marina del Rey. He
can be contacted at (310) 823-4581 Ext 17 or
by e-mail [email protected].
Osmotic Blisters can be a very worrying sight
for the boat owner, however, a good percentage
of blisters that we see are purely cosmetic and
render no immediate harm to the structure or
sea worthiness of the vessel. It s only in the
cases of the larger blisters that hold liquid or
have become open that require attention.
Is it just older boats that get blisters, or dothe newer models have them also?
Landt: Any GRP/Fiberglass boat can develop
blisters, they can come from the way the boat
was fabricated at manufacture, or inadequate
protection of the hull bottom in the water.
The older boats do tend to have more blister
problems, we have
seen some blister
issues in the newer
boats. Originally
boatbuilders used
polyester resins
for fabrication,
since the late 80s,
vinylester or epoxy
resins are used
and have generally cut down on the amount of
blister problems.
Can I repair the blisters myself, or is this
best left to a professional?
Landt: Blister repair can be a little tricky,
especially knowing how much to grind back
into the hull and whether you would need to
use laminations or just a good quality filler for
the repair. There is a wealth of information in
boating literature and the internet, you can also
ask the staff of the haulout facility who are
always willing to advise. If you dont feel up to
the task then probably best to get a professional
at the haulout facility to do the work.
Should I have a gel peel to get rid of the
blisters?
Landt: Some boatyards still do gel peels, its
a very costly venture and you lose the use of
your boat for a good chunk of time as they have
to let the hull laminations dry out. I would not
recommend this route unless the hull bottom
is completely covered in blisters and you love
the boat that much. There is still no absolute
guarantee that there will be no more blisterproblems. At Windward Yacht Center we
recommend isolated blister repairs and just
moniter the smaller ones at each haulout.
Once the hull has had the blisters removed
and repaired, what is the best way to prevent
further problems?
Landt: If you have just taken care of isolated
blisters, then 2 coats of a 2 part epoxy primer
over the repaired areas before bottom painting
is adequate to seal the repairs. If you have
repaired areas all over the hull bottom, then itmay be worth to strip off the remaining bottom
paint to the gelcoat, sand the bottom, then apply
a barrier coat of 2 part epoxy primer, usually 3
coats, and then chemical link it to the bottom
paint. Again there is no guarantee against more
blisters appearing in the future. Also it is always
advisable to have the boat hauled at least every
3 years and have
new antifouling
paint applied, and
have a reputable
dive service to do
regular cleaning
and advise you of
any problems with
the boat bottom.
At Windward Yacht Center we have carried out
hundreds of blister repairs with great success.
We have a very experienced crew and we use
the latest materials and repair techniques. We
are happy to put our name against any repairs
that we do.
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Dear Mookie,
As I get a bit older, the feeling of mortalityis becoming more and more vivid. I want to
feel okay about the idea of not being on this
earth anymore, but its hard for me. Do you
have any words of wisdom?
Signed
Mortal Mort in Mar Vista
Dear Mort,
Im a little confused by this mortality thing
youre talking aboutIm not sure I know
about that. Perhaps you should cut down on
caffeine that cant hurt. If whatever it is gets
really bad, bring a bag of your poop into the
doctor and let them read through it and tell
you whats up. I have no idea how they can
decipher the code thats inside my waste, but
they can.
Hope that helps
Quality Advice From ATwo Year Old Black Lab
Puppy
Its About the Boat!
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One Mans Trash is Another Mans .......
Sai lboatsBeneteau Oceanis 400
Time Share. $325.00 for 5 days per month.
Vessel is fully equipped with all the bells and whistles
imaginable. Well maintained. Catalina ready. Profes-
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Columbia 36 1968
Beautiful classic, 2 owners, resent haul out and com-
plete overhaul, pristine condition. Serious inquiries
only. Price $ 21,900. Call Peter at 310-864-4842
1977 Bomb ay Cl ipper 31 Sai lboat
Excellent condition. 12hp Yanmar diesel. Easy sin-
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1976 Finot design
Pocket cruiser Ecume de mer $3000. Bulb keel
310-213-6439
1988 Mar t in 242
Race ready. Emaculately restored in 2005, a proven
winner. Includes tandom axle road trailer. $24,200
OBO. 310-305-1017
Pow er Boats 34 Bayl iner 1989
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depth finder. 2 staterooms, bath w/shower. Great
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32 Unifl
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and head. 18,000 OBO. Call 818-886-4602.
13 Boston Whaler
With 40 HP Honda - $6,500
310-822-8618
Sea-Doo Speedste r 155 Musclecr aft :
Only 14 Hours Running Time. Selling Due to Reloca-
tion. $10,500 - Contact Ken at (314) 560-1888
Boat ing Acc ess WantedExperienced sailor looking to buy access to a 30ft.+
sailboat preferably with a dodger. I owned a 32 ft Is-
lander for nine years. I am a crew member on a 38
ft. Catalina for the Wednesday night races and I have
over 25 years of ocean sailing experience. I presentlyhave access to a 38 FT. Benateau for $80.00 for a day
sail and $90.00 for overnights to Catalina. Looking for
a similar deal, in Marina Del Rey. ContactAlan Rock
310-721-2825 or [email protected]
DinghysAchi l les 12.5 RIB
40HP Johnson. 2 stroke oil injection, wheel steering,
back to back seat, anchor well bilge pump. Comes
w/trailer w/spare tire. $2,600 310-413-3654
12 Zodiac
w/25 Mercury $5500 - 310-822-8618
Outboards/Engines
Yamaha 252 stroke outboard $1200. 310-701-5960
Johnson 4 hp
$300.00 310-391-5083
40 hp Isuzu
w/Borg Warner Velvet Drive trans. Powering down be-
cause engine too big for 33 sailboat. $3,400
818-353-8226 leave message
Used Outboards
310-822-8618
40 Suzuki,EFI, 4stk, long w/ remote & gauges $4000
15 Johnson, 4stk, extra long, high thrust, electric start,
sail, $1800.00
15 Suzuki, 4stk, electric start, long $2200
9.9 Honda,4stk, electric start, short $2000
9.9 Mercury 4stk, short $1800
8.0 Mercury 4stk, short $ 1500
8 Honda 4stk, short $1400
8 Yamaha 2stk, short $750
8 Evinrude 2stk, short $600
5 Honda 4stk, short $850
4.0 Mercury 4stk, $900
SS Dinghy cradle $1500
Other Stuf f Raymarine E-120 Navigat ion Display
Brand new in Box. $2200. Must sell Call 818-571-
5658
Float ing Je t Dock - Un iversa l 18 f t .
(For Use With Sea-Doo) Only 4 Months Old $3,500 -Contact Ken at (314) 560-1888
Rasca l 600 power scoot er.
Runs like new. Great condition. New batteries. Selling
for $1947. Call Paul, 310) 963-8835
Raymarine ST-60
Wind system with Vane. Brand NEW in Box. $800.00
call 818-571-5658
Cushions
For 30 Catalina interior, complete set in very good
condition. Asking $1700. 310-701-5960
Anchor Gear
Manson Supreme 45lb, Lightly used for one season,
Will deliver to your boat. $350. 626.353.3858
Anchors140#. CQR Excellent $995.00; 25# navy & 24 feet
5/16 chain. $50.00; 3# Danforth & 5 1/4 chain
$15.00. 310 986 5681
Standard Hor izon Spectrum + VHFw i th DSC
Hailer/fog. Includes wiring & manual. Works great!
$125.00 310.650.4046
Bimin i top
With stainless bows - 100 X 100 dark blue and came
from a 42 Californian fly bridge $650. 310-701-5960
Winch Convers ion
Turn your winches into power winches with this Mil-
waukee 28V cordless right angle drill with extra 28Vbattery. bought in 09. Light use. $285.00. 310-739-
0303
Mainsai l
For boats 25-27 boat. $600. 310-701-5960
Mainsai l
From 40 ft. Cal - $600 call 310-823-2040
Dacron Mainsai l for a Catal ina
42 or 47 hoist and 15.5 foot. 2 reefs, Good condition.
$700- 310.650.4046
Used sai ls in stock 310 827-8888
Space For RentUnique Smal l B ldg.
At 1 Bora Bora. 700 s.f. high ceiling w/potential patio
$2.25 psf. L. Palmo & J. Stanfill. (310) 478-7700.
Open Plan
13555 Fiji Way 8,600 s.f. 2/26 ceiling. Open plan w/
lots of glass & parking. L. Palmo & J. Stan fill. (310)
478-7700
Want t o BuyHonda outboards
Want to buy Honda outboard motors 15 thru 50 horse-
power in poor condition for salvage. Captain.Don.
[email protected] (818) 427-2144.
Donate Boat sCash For Your Boat !
Power or sail, Yachts to dinghys 310-849-2930
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LA Area Council Boy Scouts of America need yourboat or boat gear as donation to support essential and
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Donate Your BoatReceive a substantial tax deduction. Support youth
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Serv icesCanvas Boat Covers and Repairs
New boat covers, canvas repair, restore water
repelency to marine canvas. Dan 310-382-6242
Mar ine E lec t ron ics
Sail and power boats - Engine data converters, Tach
and analog gauges, To digital system - nmea2k.
Single or dual engine installations. 310-902-5429
Carlos peinado/marine electronic tech. 310-754-9118
Boat Deta i l ing
Outstanding service. Interior/exterior, dockside/dry-
dock. Cleaning, polishing, anti foul work. Meticulous,
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Dance Lessons
Ballroom, Swing, Salsa and Country Western
Dance lessons. Great party idea! Pro. instructor Ms.
M.C.Callaghan also available for privates, groups.
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Large portfolio. Movie experience. Small boats & props.
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Ignition and repair and boat systems. Repair questions
answered promptly. John 562-313-7600.
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FIBERGLASS REPAIRSINCE 1969
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