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On 9/23/2013 12:12 PM, Sir Gregory Hall, Esq· wrote:
"slide" wrote in message Fenders? Real sailors anchor out and row a dinghy to shore. Docks are hazardous to a vessel's topsides and that's why fenders are used. Now, I ask you, does it make sense to put your vessel in harm's way knowingly? I say knowingly because the carrying and use of fenders proves an awareness of the danger of dock or pier damage. As for the beard, it makes the guy look like a bum or a Taliban. If one wants warmth about the face and neck then try using a scarf. Excessive facial hair is simply uncouth. I've had more than one situation where the anchorage was full and I could either wish my supplies on board or tie up at a dock. Also it's a bit dicey to fuel from an anchorage. Finally, in this fellow's case, his boat is roughly dingy sized so where would he stow one - in his pocket? Perhaps I looked like Taliban to you when I was sailing out of New England but I will accept that to keep my neck warm. |