Go Back   Cruiser Log World Cruising & Sailing Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results
Cruiser Wiki Click Here to Login
Register Files FAQ Community Calendar Today's Posts Search Log in

Join Cruiser Log Today

Showing results 1 to 14 of 14
Search took 0.00 seconds. Search: Posts Made By: Tonearm
Forum: Other Equipment 01-05-2010, 11:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,014
Posted By Tonearm
Southwest Instrument Co/. 7th Street San Pedro,...

Southwest Instrument Co/. 7th Street San Pedro, CA. they may have what you need. It is worth a try, anyway.
Forum: General Cruising Forum 01-05-2010, 10:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,886
Posted By Tonearm
Not silly. If there is tension on your anchor...

Not silly. If there is tension on your anchor rode/chain lift it about 6" from deck if it is dragging you will feel the anchor

dragging. If there is not tension, anchor rode chain, you will not...
Forum: The Poop Deck 11-20-2009, 12:45 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 10,906
Posted By Tonearm
Sailing east to west is the only alternative for...

Sailing east to west is the only alternative for sailing in the northern hemisphere, study them pilot charts. Prevailing winds are clock wise. Planning to cross the Pacific plot out the North Pacific...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-20-2009, 12:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,361
Posted By Tonearm
The problem you will encounter after transiting...

The problem you will encounter after transiting the canal is where you will go next. A right turn puts you into the worst sailing

in the world. It can be done. I have done this many times, being...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-20-2009, 12:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,159
Posted By Tonearm
Read Rains book. Watch the weather reports in the...

Read Rains book. Watch the weather reports in the Central USA before you cross the Bay of Tehuantepec.
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-20-2009, 12:27 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,659
Posted By Tonearm
How about; staying out of the shipping lanes and...

How about; staying out of the shipping lanes and having a capable watch, a person at the helm is NOT considerred

to be a person on a watch.
Forum: Engines | Propulsion | Generators 11-11-2009, 01:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,401
Posted By Tonearm
I have experienced black smoke in a Volvo MD...

I have experienced black smoke in a Volvo MD engine. Run the engine at the cruising RPM and note the boat speed.

You should be at hull speed for your boat. Take the prop to a propeller shop and...
Forum: Rigging & Sails 11-11-2009, 12:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,342
Posted By Tonearm
I had a problem similar to this, sailing from...

I had a problem similar to this, sailing from Marina Del Rey to Santa Cruz Island, we were sailing into a strong current of Point Dume. Wind was 14 to 15 knots. Speed over the bottom was zilch....
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-06-2009, 02:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,182
Posted By Tonearm
What kind of boat are you learning on. This...

What kind of boat are you learning on. This could be all you need for a while.

If you can sail a small boat you can sail anything. When you are ready sail with

other skippers learn. Decide...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-06-2009, 01:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,122
Posted By Tonearm
A sail north on the East coast of the USA is not...

A sail north on the East coast of the USA is not be most pleasant sail, however, it can and has been done.

If you can use the ICW, do it. I personally have never done it.

The major...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-06-2009, 01:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,147
Posted By Tonearm
If you are talking about a sail that is hanked...

If you are talking about a sail that is hanked onto a backstay. On a ketch this is really peculiar.

I have used small jib with the luff hanked onto a backstay while at anchor, a anchor riding...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-06-2009, 01:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,231
Posted By Tonearm
Benateau is a good boat. What have you sailed on?...

Benateau is a good boat. What have you sailed on? What did you like and dislike? The boat is the lesser important

factor. Good skippers and dedicated crews make boats go where they want them to. I...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-03-2009, 06:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,791
Posted By Tonearm
You will not need a visa for every country. When...

You will not need a visa for every country. When you check in you can purchase

all of the entry documents at Immigration Customs or at the Port Captain.

I have sailed this route, Key West to...
Forum: General Cruising Forum 11-03-2009, 06:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,461
Posted By Tonearm
Baja Naval, Ensendada BC Mexico will do a very...

Baja Naval, Ensendada BC Mexico will do a very good job

at a very good price. I have used them on 2 occasions.
Showing results 1 to 14 of 14

 
Forum Jump

Our Communities

Our communities encompass many different hobbies and interests, but each one is built on friendly, intelligent membership.

» More about our Communities

Automotive Communities

Our Automotive communities encompass many different makes and models. From U.S. domestics to European Saloons.

» More about our Automotive Communities

RV & Travel Trailer Communities

Our RV & Travel Trailer sites encompasses virtually all types of Recreational Vehicles, from brand-specific to general RV communities.

» More about our RV Communities

Marine Communities

Our Marine websites focus on Cruising and Sailing Vessels, including forums and the largest cruising Wiki project on the web today.

» More about our Marine Communities


All times are GMT. The time now is 04:18 PM.

Contact Us - CruiserLog World Cruising Forums - Archive - Community Rules - Terms of Service - Privacy - Accessibility - Top

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
SEO by vBSEO 3.6.0
×