On Sat, 12 Jun 2004 22:29:53 -0400, something compelled John S
, to say:

Sorry if this topic has been covered before as I am new to the
internet and boating in general.

I recently purchased a 24' boat that has what I assume is chalking of
the gel coat from exposure to the sunlight.

I did a google search for a way to remove the chalking and it seems
that a thorough use of rubbing compound is the recommended way.

Just wondering if there was an easier way as I don't get very much
time off from work and would like to spend that little time enjoying
my boat on the water.

Blow it off until Winter, and take care of it then?