"JimC" wrote in message
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Jeff wrote:

JimC wrote:


Macs are garbage, a pile of junk, dangerously underbuilt, sailed only by
novices, etc. And also, anyone who enjoys sailing a Mac doesn't know
anything about sailing.


Don't be to hard on yourself Jim. After all, its how you use the boat
that counts. It may not be my favorite, but if it helps you find
enjoyment on the water, be my guest!

Jeff,

As one of the few Mac sailors on the ng, I feel some responsibility to
provide a little balance to discussions of the Macs' characteristics and
capabilities from time to time. As previously discussed, I have experience
sailing a number of larger, conventional, weighted keel boats (the Mac 26M
has an internal, water ballast), so I'm well aware of the limitations of
the Mac when compared to such larger vessels. I'm also aware of some of
the limitations of conventional, weighted keel vessels.

As you say, the main issue is whether we are enjoying the sailing
experiences we get on our respective boats.
Jim

Jim,
You are exactly right.
Scout