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    Sarca Excel

    thanks Rex ---O.K. I'm hearing the Super Sarca is the most effective anchor ...... any availability in B.C. Canada or Washington State U.S.A. ???????? Rex what's your position on the "swivel issue" ----- is that a helpful addition to your anchoring system??? stay dry!! ps - rcm-sar...
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    Pondering a Trawler Partnership

    Hi Neighbor Since being involved with this site I've found there are several Penderites posting-- small world...... Why would one want a large gas/diesel guzzling boat that can get to desolation sound in two hours?????? For me the process of boating ----- whales/birds/fresh air...
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    Sarca Excel

    the Sarcas I'm understanding the "holding power" of this style of anchor ... a couple of "rookie" questions .......... a "roller anchor" is one that will roll over on the bottom as it is being set ensuring that the "plow"part digs into the muck or ??????? AND Releasing these anchors if...
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    Sarca Excel

    So...... If I get my Albin I can't just use a big rock?????:confused: ...... I'm appreciating all of this info.............. jp
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    exciting !!!! (intro, boat shopping)

    true, true You are absolutely correct Eric ----------- "tis a factor BUT not as important as the quality of the craft ---- it being absolutely a perfect trailerable boat which suits my needs AND I am drawn to the social factor of being involved with a small but active group of Albin owners...
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    U.S.Used Boat Purchases by Canucks

    Not Yet!! Putting my "ducks in a row" ....... Have been talking with the seller on the 'phone and will go have a look see within the next month ........ I'll keep ya'all posted ..... I read a piece on the Albineers site describing his experience with through hull fittings that appeared to be...
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    U.S.Used Boat Purchases by Canucks

    great idea-- thnx. for the number..jp
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    U.S.Used Boat Purchases by Canucks

    Boat Import Thanks Joe/Ted --- Now that's what I like to hear :):)....... No more info needed on this topic ... sounds very doable .... except I need to bring it over on the ferry ( ouch!!!!) ......... david rees-thomas is a member of our rcm-sar unit .....I'm sure you know him.. say hello...
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    U.S.Used Boat Purchases by Canucks

    Hello ----- I've nearly decided to purchase an Albin 25 from a private party in the US............ I don't know anything about the process of transfering title of boat and trailer.... are "Title Searches" needed etc. etc. ...... are there Canadians out there who have done this --- any info...
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    exciting !!!! (intro, boat shopping)

    80000 Still experiencing sticker shock ???????? Albins are in the low 20's which makes them very appealing...................................
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    exciting !!!! (intro, boat shopping)

    Albins I'm drawn to the Albins BUT I like to drag a line through the water and I'm a little concerned how convenient that would be with the aft cabin ... anyone fished from one of these great little boats ??????
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    exciting !!!! (intro, boat shopping)

    yup!!! lots of pop bottles!!! jp
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    exciting !!!! (intro, boat shopping)

    Allweather I spoke with Homer Hughes yesterday -- currently living in Skagit County --- he's majorly not well and not building any more boats ...... the only allweather available that I can find is Homers personal boat which I'd love to have BUT he's asking $79,900 for it(has a trailer!!)...
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    exciting !!!! (intro, boat shopping)

    Allweather I'm excited about the Allweather ..... I've checked out their web site and can't imagine a more suitable boat for my purposes....... dry space enough for two in a really sea worthy reliable boat..........I've e-mailed Homer and am awaiting his reply....... even more excited...
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    exciting !!!! (intro, boat shopping)

    Ranger Tugs Yikes are they expensive!!!!!! And although they are great looking there isn't much space even for a short weekend trip.........
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    exciting !!!! (intro, boat shopping)

    radner tug????? Can't find one ---- I did find a Ranger Tug (lol) --- I'll research thnx. jp
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    exciting !!!! (intro, boat shopping)

    Penderite Thanks Eric -- I'll check out the Northwester ,,,,,, interesting researching these various boats .... when I make a decision then the next problem is locating the choice..........standing by...jp
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    exciting !!!! (intro, boat shopping)

    Thank You Your comments are much appreciated ..... true, true re. the trailer etc ... the only place I would haul a boat would be into my driveway off season.... The message is to take my time and continue researching ...... standing by!!!
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    Speaking of storms---just another day at work

    OMG .... I was thinking about a "Pocket Cruiser" BUT!!!!!!!! Stay Dry!!
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    exciting !!!! (intro, boat shopping)

    We are over on Pender Island B.C. looking for a trailerable "pocket Cruiser" .... I've had an 18.5 foot Malibu which is totally useless in any type of chop..so displacement/semi displacement hull here I come... Boats under consideration are : Coaster 23 / Albin/ Rosborough 24.6/ C-Dory23 /...
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