On Wed, 29 Oct 2003 19:16:06 -0500, "Ronald A. Widman"
wrote:
I agree with the others, a 23' cuddie seems a little small for two adults
and three children. Remember that they will grow larger over time.
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It should be OK for day trips. I've had 3 adults and 2 kids on my 24
ft cuddy for an an afternoon with no problem. I know folks who have
cruised 2 adults and 2 kids on a 21 ft and they managed. A lot
depends on expectations. For overnighting you will need full cockpit
canvas and ye olde oaken bucket.

It should be OK for day trips. I've had 3 adults and 2 kids on my 24
ft cuddy for an an afternoon with no problem. I know folks who have
cruised 2 adults and 2 kids on a 21 ft and they managed. A lot
depends on expectations. For overnighting you will need full cockpit
canvas and ye olde oaken bucket.

Unfortunately, ye olde oaken bucket (and all ye other olde containers)
chucked over the side isn't legal inside the "3 mile limit." However,
"direct deposit" from the lee rail is.

I didn't write the laws, I'm only the messenger.

Peggie
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On Thu, 30 Oct 2003 04:03:03 GMT, Peggie Hall
wrote:
Unfortunately, ye olde oaken bucket (and all ye other olde containers)
chucked over the side isn't legal inside the "3 mile limit." However,
"direct deposit" from the lee rail is.

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Peggie, you have once again highlighted the difference between theory
and actual practice. :-)

Please note that I made no mention of where the bucket should be
emptied, and it could always go into the portapot in the morning. (Or
that could be your cover story)

Meanwhile mom and dad could spend the night undisturbed in the cuddy
cabin while the kiddies are sacked out in the cockpit under the
camper canvas.

That's the way it was done when I was a kid.