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Boom Brakes & Preventers, Preventing Injuries.

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 16:32:21 +0200
Not wishing to pre-empt the findings of the investigation into the latest tragedy in the ARC rally. But taking a good hard look at preventing injuries from being hit specifically by booms:-



During racing, the controlled gybe manoeuver may be performed many times without the use of a boom preventer - this is understandable. However, when in a cruising mode and when setting a course for a distant destination, is there a good reason for not using a boom preventer, so that if an unplanned gybe occurs - possible injury is averted ????

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Turkey To Asia - Summer 2008, Sailing Crew Wanted.

Mon, 3 Mar 2008 10:21:38 +0200
I am looking for crew to help sail my boat to Asia this year. I usually sail single handed but am getting bored with my own company. The boat is a steel Van Dam Nordia Ketch. You do not need to be particularly experienced but some prior offshore sailing would be useful. Join the boat in Turkey in the spring. There are 3 separate cabins and 2 heads. We have dive gear and a compressor on board and will be diving along the way. All you need is a contribution towards your own food and drink. Genuine, happy and interesting people only please.

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Yacht Moquini search by French Navy

Sat, 8 Oct 2005 11:09:17 +0200
Link] A French naval vessel en-route Reunion, to Cape Town conducted an extensive search of the area where sailing yacht MOQUINI was last reported.......

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Regular Sailing Yacht Maintenance Tasks - What needs to be done and how often?

Sun, 29 Apr 2007 15:49:26 +0200
All this talk of sanding and varnishing leads me to the thought that there are plenty of other things that need to be checked over/maintained on a regular basis if we're to stay afloat safely and remain healthy on a sailing yacht.

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Sailing Crew Wanted For 50' Cat Delivery - Cape Town To Bvi

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 20:19:50 +0200
Looking for sailing crew for a Voyage 500 delivery. I am hoping to leave the first week in December from Cape Town and doing a direct trip to Tortola aprox. 34 days. You will have to find your own way to Cape Town and from Tortola. All expenses on board will be covered food etc. Perfect for getting sea-time.

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