On Sep 3, 9:57?am, HK wrote:
Chuck Gould wrote:
Professional mariners sometimes refer to the Beaufort Scale when
describing sea state. "Force 4, 5, 6, etc"

Here's a link to a version of the scale with photos of a variety of
corresponding sea conditions. Note that the photos are of ocean swell
conditions, not specifically windwaves or chop.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beaufort_scale

Wow! Is that new, Chuck? I mean, it's possible that no one here has ever
seen or heard of the Beaufort Scale.

I have to admit, it's not as compelling a post as the one you offered
featuring all the details associated with pumping your septic tank.

There seems to be a prevailing condition in the group where people are
using a variety of terms to describe sea state. In fact, it's to the
point
where certain individuals are making snide personal remarks about
difference of opinion regarding wave height, the propensity of people
to overestimate it, and the liklihood of 7-foot chop erupting on an
otherwise fairly calm day. (Specific waves and chop never seen first
hand by anybody involved in the discussion).

Enjoy your new boat. I'm sure we'll hear about every time you turn the
key. My forecast: 10 times in September, 5 times in October, on the
hard until May, and then another 40 engine hours in the following 3
years. At least that would be consistent with the last none.

Do keep the septic tank posts, the driveway posts, the handgun posts,
and the lies about your imaginary lobsta boat and the rest of your
fantasy flotilla, coming, won't you? (yes, I'm *sure* you will)