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You may not be able to win the war, but you can win occasional battles. Regardless of the odds, you must fight! Now’s the time to meet your opponent. Issue 6 : May/Jun 1999 It’s the ultimate mismatch: you versus an enemy infinite in numbers, awesome in reproductive power and blessed with all the time...
A quick history Issue 6 : May/Jun 1999 The seaworthy forebears to Lyle Hess’ designs are the legendary working boats of Great Britain’s western approaches, the Falmouth Quay Punt, the Bristol Channel Pilot Cutter, and the Itchen Ferry Smacks. Gathering their attributes, Lyle’s work enhanced the safety and swiftness of these small ships in harmony...
Finding the right (and affordable) boat could be a matter of initiative, perseverance and mathematics Issue 6 : May/Jun 1999 I had our opening statement memorized. “We’re looking for an offshore capable boat for under $25,000.” After saying this, I always felt a little silly. What sounded good at home, seemed naïve as Jan and...
The simplicity of good old boats meant there was little to go wrong… the price was right, too … Issue 6 : May/Jun 1999 I am often asked how to reduce the cost of buying a new boat. Like other costs, boat prices have risen much faster in the last 20 years than the average...
