And I thought bob was fat... whew...

I'm amazed that the boat is actually somewhat level
with all that weight in the stern... maybe bob is far
enough forward.

"Bobsprit" wrote in message
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Well, here I am, checking in to see 75 new posts from people who claim to
have
boats that sail.
What did Alien do today, you ask???? Well, I'll tell you!

My folks came from PA for a sail along with my Uncle and cousins. My
little
cousin Emily was also there to enjoy her 1st sail. We set out in light
winds
and enjoyed the cooler cloudy day. I flipped on the radio, heard the same
NOAA
report and powered up the radar. Nothing but traffic. Suzanne was busy
showing
everyone the boat and letting people take turns at the helm. I kept an eye
on
the radar and took pics. The wind picked up a bit and I saw a large mass
on the
radar, heading our way! It was set to 3 mile range (comments on best range
for
storm detection, folks?).
Whoo hoo! My 1st real chance to use the radar. The mass was moving fast
and I
could see that we might skirt it's edge at best. Everyone had time to put
gear
on or get below. Just as the mass was coming to the screen center..wham!!!
heavy rain, and some stiff gusts. I had already reeefed the main and
furled the
jib down. It was a wet ride, but man, we were moving! It probably only
gusted
to 20-25 knots, but the reefs were a precuation and I was ready to drop
everything fast. Emily and Suzanne stayed on deck.
The little storm passed within 15 minutes and we were sailing along in
light
air again. Emily loved the boat and helm. She'll be back soon!
Here's a pic after the rain with a real sailor at work!
http://members.aol.com/bobsprit/images/emily.jpg
And the people here call themselves sailors??!!! Bahh!

Capt RB