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"Hoges in WA" wrote in message ... "Wayne.B" wrote in message ... On Tue, 7 Aug 2007 23:15:35 -0700, "Capt. JG" wrote: also, I bring a bunch of snackbars and put them in pockets. They're good for quick energy when you don't want to go below. I'll second that motion. I also like to bring one or two small flashlights (hand torch), preferably with a red lens. The kind that have an elastic strap that you can wear on your head like a miner's light are particularly useful. Don't forget your rigging knife or multi tool either. Was looking for a red headlight in Mountain Designs the other day but they had something that didn't quite fit the bill. I would have thought those night-time trek racer people would all have them for checking maps but.. ?? You're right, the "outdoors" stores carry lots of headlamps, but few have a red light. I've been getting my headlamps from the local hardware store -- they are usually branded with the name of a battery company (forget which), and have a three-position selector switch: red LED, white LED, white incandescent. You can usually find similar headlights in the marine stores, but they are cheaper at the hardware stores. These hold up a surprisingly long time, and are *very* handy. They are powered by 4 "AAA" cells. -Paul -S/V VALIS |
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WalMart often stocks a headband LED with both red and white bulbs,
surprisingly bright and only $13 - $14. Very handy -- I've had one for four years now and it is still going strong. Scott S/V Itchen "Paul" wrote in message ... "Hoges in WA" wrote in message ... "Wayne.B" wrote in message ... On Tue, 7 Aug 2007 23:15:35 -0700, "Capt. JG" wrote: also, I bring a bunch of snackbars and put them in pockets. They're good for quick energy when you don't want to go below. I'll second that motion. I also like to bring one or two small flashlights (hand torch), preferably with a red lens. The kind that have an elastic strap that you can wear on your head like a miner's light are particularly useful. Don't forget your rigging knife or multi tool either. Was looking for a red headlight in Mountain Designs the other day but they had something that didn't quite fit the bill. I would have thought those night-time trek racer people would all have them for checking maps but.. ?? You're right, the "outdoors" stores carry lots of headlamps, but few have a red light. I've been getting my headlamps from the local hardware store -- they are usually branded with the name of a battery company (forget which), and have a three-position selector switch: red LED, white LED, white incandescent. You can usually find similar headlights in the marine stores, but they are cheaper at the hardware stores. These hold up a surprisingly long time, and are *very* handy. They are powered by 4 "AAA" cells. -Paul -S/V VALIS |
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Scott Odell wrote:
WalMart often stocks ... ah WalMart...putting Americans out of work, one lower price at a time |
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Hoges in WA wrote:
"Capt. JG" wrote in message ... "Hoges in WA" wrote in message ... I'm off on Sunday to Darwin in the Northern Territory to join a Beneteau 41 and come back down the West Australian coast to my home of Bunbury. This is the biggest trip I've ever done - should be about 4 weeks in all. I've only done races, overnighters and two three-dayers before and all of these were snug up in a marina at night. The skipper-on-delivery is a Master Class 4 so he's commercially qualified and from all reports a top bloke. There are a father and son combination and also the owner's son will be joining in Darwin with me - I already know him and he's a fine young chap. So, 5 in all for the first bit. The easy bit is the top bit around WA's Kimberley region. We then lose one or two crew in Exmouth (where the US naval base used to be) as they get off to rejoin the workforce. I think its going to get hard from about Shark Bay down, as we run into the prevailing south-west fronts. I've got pretty much everything organised - rods, reels, lures, earplugs etc. Will be taking my normal prescription glasses for night time (I use photochromatic in the day) and got my list of everything I think I'll need all jammed into one bag. I think I get something like 2800 miles signed off in my log book by the time I return. Not sure of that yet. Would appreciate any appropriate tips on a voyage of this nature. Hoges in WA As Peter said... also, I bring a bunch of snackbars and put them in pockets. They're good for quick energy when you don't want to go below. Also, be sure to stay hydrated, especially if you get seasick. I know it might sound strange, but I also bring my electric cordless razor... makes me feel good when I shave. :-) Sounds like a great trip! Take pictures! -- "j" ganz @@ www.sailnow.com I was planning on NOT shaving and scaring the beejeesus out of my wife when I came back! Actually, I've never had a beard in my life except for about a week's growth when I was young so I was going to see if I could do it. Will take a razor in case it gets unbearable. Will remember the hydration factor. Hi Hoges, Try taking ginger in some form as a natural alternative to seasickness medication. Saw a great episode of Myth Busters where they tested all kinds of natural sea sickness cures. Ginger won hands down. (most medications for seasickness cause drowsiness which can be a problem in itself. Don't know if Ginger Nut cookies have enough ginger in them to be any use but we keep plenty on our boat as they make a good snack too. At this time of year you get a lot of Westerlies and Nor-Westers down the coast so hopefully you won't be battering your way south the whole time. Good luck. Cheers, Nick. (in Freo) |
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"nick" wrote in message ... Hoges in WA wrote: "Capt. JG" wrote in message ... "Hoges in WA" wrote in message ... I'm off on Sunday to Darwin in the Northern Territory to join a Beneteau 41 and come back down the West Australian coast to my home of Bunbury. This is the biggest trip I've ever done - should be about 4 weeks in all. I've only done races, overnighters and two three-dayers before and all of these were snug up in a marina at night. The skipper-on-delivery is a Master Class 4 so he's commercially qualified and from all reports a top bloke. There are a father and son combination and also the owner's son will be joining in Darwin with me - I already know him and he's a fine young chap. So, 5 in all for the first bit. The easy bit is the top bit around WA's Kimberley region. We then lose one or two crew in Exmouth (where the US naval base used to be) as they get off to rejoin the workforce. I think its going to get hard from about Shark Bay down, as we run into the prevailing south-west fronts. I've got pretty much everything organised - rods, reels, lures, earplugs etc. Will be taking my normal prescription glasses for night time (I use photochromatic in the day) and got my list of everything I think I'll need all jammed into one bag. I think I get something like 2800 miles signed off in my log book by the time I return. Not sure of that yet. Would appreciate any appropriate tips on a voyage of this nature. Hoges in WA As Peter said... also, I bring a bunch of snackbars and put them in pockets. They're good for quick energy when you don't want to go below. Also, be sure to stay hydrated, especially if you get seasick. I know it might sound strange, but I also bring my electric cordless razor... makes me feel good when I shave. :-) Sounds like a great trip! Take pictures! -- "j" ganz @@ www.sailnow.com I was planning on NOT shaving and scaring the beejeesus out of my wife when I came back! Actually, I've never had a beard in my life except for about a week's growth when I was young so I was going to see if I could do it. Will take a razor in case it gets unbearable. Will remember the hydration factor. Hi Hoges, Try taking ginger in some form as a natural alternative to seasickness medication. Saw a great episode of Myth Busters where they tested all kinds of natural sea sickness cures. Ginger won hands down. (most medications for seasickness cause drowsiness which can be a problem in itself. Don't know if Ginger Nut cookies have enough ginger in them to be any use but we keep plenty on our boat as they make a good snack too. At this time of year you get a lot of Westerlies and Nor-Westers down the coast so hopefully you won't be battering your way south the whole time. Good luck. Cheers, Nick. (in Freo) Thanks Nick Got a packet of ginger (crystallized) - love the stuff. The tabs I bought are only for back up. Never needed them before on any type of trip but down past Shark Bay ...? Be in Freo around 10th September. |
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