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    Ray Rippel

    Ray Rippel is a professional soldier, amateur sailor, and freelance writer based in O’ahu, Hawaii. He sails a Pacific Seacraft Flicka and is building a 15-foot skerry in his carport. He and his wife, Kathleen, intend to buy their next boat as soon as possible and move aboard in five years.

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    Choosing the right boat

    Try this logical, six-step method to eliminate impulse purchases Issue 35 : Mar/Apr 2004 Is choosing the boat that’s right for you like selecting an appliance or more like falling in love? Is it a mat...

    Ray Rippel
    September 10, 2026
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