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jim Barden's avatar

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

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Mark's avatar

Where did your source those stanchions? I think I would like something like that.

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Jonathan Lewis's avatar

A thorough description of your fine craft. Your reasoning behind the modifications is appreciated. I just want to know why she’s named “Conscript.”

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Andrew Paul Nemier's avatar

I love these 'owner-reviews' of their boats. +10.

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don dill's avatar

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

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Jerry Culik's avatar

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!

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