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Jeff Morris
 
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Default MacGregor 26M - Valiant 40

"Jim Cate" wrote in message
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Jonathan Ganz wrote:

That's a stupid question. Unexpected winds??? What kind of
sailor would not expect conditions such as this? A stupid or
inexperienced one.


Is there anyone on this ng with extensive sailing experience who hasn't
run into winds higher than were predicted, and higher than he or she
expected?


I've never encountered conditions I wasn't prepared for. I've never assumed
that the ability to get back to port quickly is the primary safety factor.
That's admitting you're completely screwed if the engine doesn't start.



In our area, forecasts can suggest good sailing conditions
with only a slight chance of showers, but storms and severe winds can
form quite quickly.

Get a grip on yourself Johnathan. - Any serious sailor should expect and
be prepared for the possibility that unexpected weather conditions may
occur.


If you were sailing a decent boat, it would survive just about
any high winds that come by. A perfect example is the Satori
from Perfect Storm fame (not the f*cking movie).


The Satori was a heavy boat specifically built to survive severe heavy
weather conditions miles offshore. It had an overbuilt hull, rigging,
keel, etc., etc. I doubt that most sailors on this ng would enjoy
sailing such a boat even if they could afford the substantial additional
costs.



Although the three larger boats (over 22 feet) that I've owned were designed for
coastal cruising, they have all proven themselves capable of long passages. But
you're right that I wouldn't want a Westsail, or even a Valiant.