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Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
We took Heart of Gold to Cold Springs Harbor last night, left at about 6pm with plenty of wind. Dropped the plow along the way because it's easier to drop an anchor in the dark, than to grill on the BBQ! We dropped anchor for a second time at Cold Springs and it was just a beautiful night. Thomas had been sleeping since 8:00, so we just watched a clearing sky and a bright moon.... BUT!!! This was our first negative experience with the swim platform. With our nose to the wind, we still caught odd waves now and again at the stern. The "slap!" sound was quite loud. I slept right through it, but Suzanne ended up sleeping with Thomas in the V. This was the first time it was a problem though and I could have anchored better to avoid it on the East side. Sailed off again at 7:00 am...because sometimes that morning breeze is all you get! Popped out of the hole and went straight accross the sound for a fantastic close reach all the way home. The boat was sweet and comfortable and it's really nice that the three of us can sit behind the helm together. With the wheel pilot on we took Thom to the bow, which is a big thrill for him and he yelled BOAT! every time he saw one...which was a lot! Great sail, pics and a short video tomorrow. Left the camera on the boat! RB 35s5 NY |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
"Capt. Rob" wrote in message ups.com... it's easier to drop an anchor in the dark, than to grill on the BBQ! Do you find it a challenge to use your BBQ? Scotty |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
Do you find it a challenge to use your BBQ? Funny you should mention that! We anchored and realized that the lighter for the grill and anything else resembling a match was not on the boat. It was funny, but hey! We had food to grill. I took the battery off my Makita drill and ran two wires off the contacts, which made a good spark....and the grill was lit! RB 35s5 NY |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
"Capt. Rob" wrote in message ups.com... We took Heart of Gold to Cold Springs Harbor last night, left at about 6pm with plenty of wind. Dropped the plow along the way because it's easier to drop an anchor in the dark, than to grill on the BBQ! We dropped anchor for a second time at Cold Springs and it was just a beautiful night. Thomas had been sleeping since 8:00, so we just watched a clearing sky and a bright moon.... BUT!!! This was our first negative experience with the swim platform. With our nose to the wind, we still caught odd waves now and again at the stern. The "slap!" sound was quite loud. I slept right through it, but Suzanne ended up sleeping with Thomas in the V. This was the first time it was a problem though and I could have anchored better to avoid it on the East side. Sailed off again at 7:00 am...because sometimes that morning breeze is all you get! Popped out of the hole and went straight accross the sound for a fantastic close reach all the way home. The boat was sweet and comfortable and it's really nice that the three of us can sit behind the helm together. With the wheel pilot on we took Thom to the bow, which is a big thrill for him and he yelled BOAT! every time he saw one...which was a lot! Great sail, pics and a short video tomorrow. Left the camera on the boat! An experienced sailor would have hung a cylindrical boat bumper or one of the many throwable cushions on board over the affected area of the swim platform and greatly reduced the noise. |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
An experienced sailor would have hung a cylindrical boat bumper Golly! And I thought that anchoring on the correct side to begin with would have been the more experienced thing to do! RB 35s5 NY |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
"Capt. Rob" wrote in message ups.com... An experienced sailor would have hung a cylindrical boat bumper Golly! And I thought that anchoring on the correct side to begin with would have been the more experienced thing to do! Don't worry, in time you'll reach that level. Baby steps first... |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
Don't worry, in time you'll reach that level. Baby steps first... You've got it backwards, Gilly. Implementing gear is the final level. Proper anchoring is simple. I was just too tired and hadn't encountered the "slapping" before. Keep us posted on your backwards hiarchy of anchoring technique! RB 35s5 NY |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
"Capt. Rob" wrote in message oups.com... Don't worry, in time you'll reach that level. Baby steps first... You've got it backwards, Gilly. Implementing gear is the final level. Proper anchoring is simple. Someone once said it was easier than operating a BBQ. I was just too tired and hadn't encountered the "slapping" before. That's odd, I thought you regularly encountered a good slapping or two. Keep us posted on your backwards hiarchy of anchoring technique! Just keep giving me the material and I'll do the best I can. One last question, how do you know it was waves slapping against the swim platform (waves travelling against the wind) and not just the boat slightly rocking and creating slapping noise due to poor aft end design? |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
Gilligan wrote: One last question, how do you know it was waves slapping against the swim platform (waves travelling against the wind) and not just the boat slightly rocking and creating slapping noise due to poor aft end design? I think you are correct Gilly, We discussed this issue before and bubbles said it would never be a problem, everyone loves the sound of waves gently lapping the hull....right? Joe "If you like coffee with sand for dregs, A decided hint of salt in your tea, And a fishy taste in the very eggs - By all means choose the SEA." |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
"Capt. Rob" wrote in message oups.com.. .. Don't worry, in time you'll reach that level. Baby steps first... Proper anchoring is simple. Easier than lighting a BBQ, at least!. I was just too stupid and hadn't encountered the "slapping" before. You, of all people, should be used to slapping sound. SV |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
One last question, how do you know it was waves slapping against the swim platform (waves travelling against the wind) and not just the boat slightly rocking and creating slapping noise due to poor aft end design? Because another boat was with us and our boat was moving less. Our dinghy was moving more. A Catalina with a swim platform also "slaps." As does my friends Tayana 48 at times. Sorry, you failed again! RB 35s5 NY |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
We discussed this issue before and bubbles said it would never be a problem, everyone loves the sound of waves gently lapping the hull....right? We've anchored a number of times and this was the only time the slapping sound presented itself enough to be noticed. Oddly, it was on one of the calmest evenings. Slight breeze on the bow and little waves coming at us from dead astern. Joe, can you find us all the post where I said it would "never be a problem?" I didn't think so. RB 35s5 NY |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
"Joe" wrote in message oups.com.. .. Gilligan wrote: One last question, how do you know it was waves slapping against the swim platform (waves travelling against the wind) and not just the boat slightly rocking and creating slapping noise due to poor aft end design? I think you are correct Gilly, We discussed this issue before and bubbles said it would never be a problem, everyone loves the sound of waves gently lapping the hull....right? Yulp, I remember him saying that. Scotty |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
"Capt. Rob" wrote in message ups.com... Sorry, you failed again! Nothing of the sort. I asked a simple question which you failed to answer. The slap is not against the swim platform, it is against the overhang of the hull. It is designed in, one of the tradeoffs for a fast hull design. Name one fast hull that does not have this problem. You need this: http://www.slapsilencer.com/default9...l?P=technology It will keep you slap-happy. I'd love to help you with the small cockpit but I haven't found a company that makes cockpit enlargers yet. That aft cabin will make a good storage locker. |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
Scotty wrote: "Joe" wrote in message oups.com.. . Gilligan wrote: One last question, how do you know it was waves slapping against the swim platform (waves travelling against the wind) and not just the boat slightly rocking and creating slapping noise due to poor aft end design? I think you are correct Gilly, We discussed this issue before and bubbles said it would never be a problem, everyone loves the sound of waves gently lapping the hull....right? Yulp, I remember him saying that. I think it was right after he delcared he would kill anyone caught drinking aboard his vessel. How he was a former bounces and understands the extreme danger involved in drinking and sailing. No excuses, no way, iron clad rule he said, he did. Joe "One ship drives east, and another west With the self-same winds that blow; 'Tis the set of the sails And not the gales That decides the way to go. Like the winds of the sea are the ways of fate, As they voyage along through life; 'Tis the will of the soul That decides its goal, And not the calm or the strife." Scotty |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
I think it was right after he delcared he would kill anyone caught drinking aboard his vessel. Something tells me you can't find that post either. Oops. RB 35s5 NY |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
"Joe" wrote in message oups.com.. .. Scotty wrote: "Joe" wrote in message oups.com.. . Gilligan wrote: One last question, how do you know it was waves slapping against the swim platform (waves travelling against the wind) and not just the boat slightly rocking and creating slapping noise due to poor aft end design? I think you are correct Gilly, We discussed this issue before and bubbles said it would never be a problem, everyone loves the sound of waves gently lapping the hull....right? Yulp, I remember him saying that. I think it was right after he delcared he would kill anyone caught drinking aboard his vessel. How he was a former bounces and understands the extreme danger involved in drinking and sailing. No excuses, no way, iron clad rule he said, he did. that's right, I believe he said that anyone who drinks onboard is a total loser. Scotty |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
"Gilligan" wrote in message . .. "Capt. Rob" wrote in message ups.com... Sorry, you failed again! Nothing of the sort. I asked a simple question which you failed to answer. The slap is not against the swim platform, it is against the overhang of the hull. It is designed in, one of the tradeoffs for a fast hull design. Name one fast hull that does not have this problem. You need this: http://www.slapsilencer.com/default9...l?P=technology It will keep you slap-happy. Or you could just use one of Robs diapers. SV |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
Scotty wrote: "Joe" wrote in message oups.com.. . Scotty wrote: "Joe" wrote in message oups.com.. . Gilligan wrote: One last question, how do you know it was waves slapping against the swim platform (waves travelling against the wind) and not just the boat slightly rocking and creating slapping noise due to poor aft end design? I think you are correct Gilly, We discussed this issue before and bubbles said it would never be a problem, everyone loves the sound of waves gently lapping the hull....right? Yulp, I remember him saying that. I think it was right after he delcared he would kill anyone caught drinking aboard his vessel. How he was a former bounces and understands the extreme danger involved in drinking and sailing. No excuses, no way, iron clad rule he said, he did. that's right, I believe he said that anyone who drinks onboard is a total loser. Indeed you are correct. "total Loser" is what he called anyone who drinks on a boat. I hope he has re-thought the lame excuse for his lilly liver. That was about the time he said his roomy aft cabin would not slam like a base drum at a Led Zepplin concert with the slightest waves off that sugar scoop stern. Joe Scotty |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
"Scotty" wrote in message . .. "Gilligan" wrote in message . .. "Capt. Rob" wrote in message ups.com... Sorry, you failed again! Nothing of the sort. I asked a simple question which you failed to answer. The slap is not against the swim platform, it is against the overhang of the hull. It is designed in, one of the tradeoffs for a fast hull design. Name one fast hull that does not have this problem. You need this: http://www.slapsilencer.com/default9...l?P=technology It will keep you slap-happy. Or you could just use one of Robs diapers. SV Robs has attained Diaper Zen. The diaper has become an extension of himself. Both are full of crap. |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
"Joe" wrote in message ps.com... Yulp, I remember him saying that. I think it was right after he delcared he would kill anyone caught drinking aboard his vessel. How he was a former bounces and understands the extreme danger involved in drinking and sailing. No excuses, no way, iron clad rule he said, he did. that's right, I believe he said that anyone who drinks onboard is a total loser. Indeed you are correct. "total Loser" is what he called anyone who drinks on a boat. I hope he has re-thought the lame excuse for his lilly liver. One can hardly blame poor Sudsy for turning to alcohol. SV |
Heart of Gold-Nothing bad happened!
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