"Dave" wrote in message
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On Wed, 05 Mar 2008 17:34:23 -0500, said:
Yes, and it also may explain why you think sailing in light air isn't
enjoyable.
Maybe the new sail will bring back some of the fun for you.
Old sails, new sails...slatting about in 2kts of wind with powerboat wakes
and the August sun beating down isn't fun.
As the captain of your boat it is YOUR decision to sail in those conditions.
May I suggest YOU take personal responsibility for your decisions and stop
your complaining. While there's not much that can be done to conjure up some
wind, other than whistling, it is very easy to avoid powerboat wakes. Just
sail off soundings. There you will find few or no powerboat wakes. As for
the August sun beating down, try sailing in higher latitudes where the
temperature is more bearable. After all, one of the biggest reasons to sail
is to be able to follow the seasons so as to have close to optimal weather
the year round.
The bottom line is if you think and act like a lubber then sailing will
rarely suit you. If sailing only interests you when the wind is perfect,
there are no other boats in sight, the temperature is in the low 70's, the
women are naked and hot to trot and the drinks have plenty of ice in them
then you should consider just staying home.
Wilbur Hubbard