You must be so proud of what you have accomplished.
Phil...you did it correctly, keeping it simple and functional for all conditions of sail. She is beautiful and close to perfection. One day you will have to sell her, so find me, if still alive, to allow me to become the next proud owner! JimBarden
Great article, Phil. I'm in the process of implementing many of the improvements that you have on my MacGregor. And I totally agree with an over-engineered furler handling a smallish jib. And a heavier furling line instead of the "shoestring." And lazy jacks. The A-frames and your solar module rack -- used to provide some big boat-like lifelines and handholds around the cockpit -- are really slick. I looked at a Sanibel years ago, and loved the headroom!
You must be so proud of what you have accomplished.
Phil...you did it correctly, keeping it simple and functional for all conditions of sail. She is beautiful and close to perfection. One day you will have to sell her, so find me, if still alive, to allow me to become the next proud owner! JimBarden
Where did your source those stanchions? I think I would like something like that.
A thorough description of your fine craft. Your reasoning behind the modifications is appreciated. I just want to know why she’s named “Conscript.”
I love these 'owner-reviews' of their boats. +10.
Nice article Jim, I will look for you when sailing out of Blackbeards. I'll be the Menger Catboat with the red gaff streamer.
Don Dill
Great article, Phil. I'm in the process of implementing many of the improvements that you have on my MacGregor. And I totally agree with an over-engineered furler handling a smallish jib. And a heavier furling line instead of the "shoestring." And lazy jacks. The A-frames and your solar module rack -- used to provide some big boat-like lifelines and handholds around the cockpit -- are really slick. I looked at a Sanibel years ago, and loved the headroom!