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As Einstein pointed out, it’s relative — but even for lesser mortals who sail good old boats, it’s relatively complicated Issue 10 : Jan/Feb 2000 I received a radio license in the mail some time ago, and it gave the renewal date as “09.” It took me by surprise, as I realized that this meant...
If you’re looking for good old parts for your good old boat, good old vendor Marine Exchange might be able to help Issue 10 : Jan/Feb 2000 To a sailor who likes to tinker about on his boat, and who takes great pleasure in just being in a marine supply store, Marine Exchange seems like...
What to do with used boat gear; where to find “good old stuff” Issue 10 : Jan/Feb 2000 Bingham & Associates Ray Bingham says being the match-maker for sailors and used gear is “a lifestyle.” He spent a lot of time prowling the shelves at a friend’s marine consignment shop in Virginia. Later, when he...
Use a riding sail to steady your boat at anchor Issue 10 : Jan/Feb 2000 You’re all settled in for the night in that well-protected cove, when the wind picks up. What had been a nice quiet anchorage is now alive with motion as the wind causes the boats to weave back and forth on...
