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  1. Tom P.

    Provisioning - MILK

    There was some recent discussion elsewhere was about refrigeration and Milk. For those that like whole (cow) milk in their morning coffee or cereal, COSTCO now offers Organic Whole Milk in 8oz packets (18 to a box), no refrigeration required.
  2. Tom P.

    News flash!

    BREAKING NEWS! SSS’s racer, SHTP RC supporter and accomplished author Jackie Philpott has just become a regular contributor/ columnist for BAY & DELTA YACHTSMAN. Some may have seen her very well received “guest” column in the March issue. Now, be sure to find the April edition were she reports...
  3. Tom P.

    Manual Bilge Pumps?

    SSS requires, for races East of the GG bridge, a “Manual bilge pump with capacity of at least 10 gallons per minute.” Somewhat surprisingly, considering her history, the new DAZZLER does not have a manual bilge pump. So, what pump are people using to meet this requirement?
  4. Tom P.

    Low Cost Chart Plotter - iPad

    Apple iPad2 - 64MB, WiFi + Cellular model (Verizon), with built-in GPS Included Accessories: • Apple Leather Smart Cover (Midnight Blue) • Wall Charger • Power Cable • Apple Composite AV Cable (iPad to TV) • LifeProof Nuud Waterproof Case for iPad 2, 3, 4. Though sold as waterproof, I've never...
  5. Tom P.

    Free GPS - Garmin GPS 128

    Free Garmin GPS 128 Marine Navigator WITHOUT antenna. Has NEMA 0183 VERSION 2.0 output that can connect to VHF or... Included: Mounting Bracket Power/data cable Owner's manual Quick reference guide Compatible antennas are available from Garmin: Garmin GA 25 BNC Remote GPS Antenna from Garmin...
  6. Tom P.

    Raymarine RayMic Handset

    For Sale: Raymarine RayMic A46051 remote full function second station handset. Complete with instructions, extension cable, and mounting kit. Only compatible with Raymarine Ray218 and Ray55 VHF radios. Condition: Like new; was installed for less than one year. Reason for selling: changed out...
  7. Tom P.

    LongPac Prep

    I'm hoping to start some dialogue on how others have addressed the NorCalORC Equipment List. My Question: how have others addressed this requirement? Hull and Structure: Hull Openings 2.1.1 A boat's companionway(s) shall be capable of being blocked off to main deck level. The method of...
  8. Tom P.

    Wyliecat 30 for sale

    Wyliecat 30 - SOLD WYLIECAT 30, 1997 Dazzler, SOLD Yanmar 1GM10 diesel. Major refit 2007-08, all new Harken blocks and running rigging. Carbon mast repainted w/LPU. Pineapple carbon sail plus older dacron sail. Icom VHF, Garmin GPS plotter, Raymarine ST60 speed and depth, Raymarine XP5 and...
  9. Tom P.

    Personal MOB Devices

    Recent discussion in the thread: “Fleet info - AIS Transceiver” started to drift off topic to a discussion of Personal MOB Devices such as VHF-DSC-GPS radios, PLB’s and AIS-SART (McMurdo Smartfind S20 SS AIS). So as to help keep that thread on topic, I’ve started a new thread for discussion of...
  10. Tom P.

    EPIRB For Sale

    Epirb - sold GME AccuSAT 403G CAT 2 EPIRB w/Internal GPS & Bracket Built-In Strobe: Yes Floats: Yes Activation: Method Water Non-Hazmat Battery Battery replacement (Years) 6 Years Battery replacement date: June 2016 As new condition with bracket and instruction card.
  11. Tom P.

    Wyliecat 30 - DAZZLER is for sale

    Wyliecat 30 - SOLD WYLIECAT 30, 1997 Dazzler, SOLD Yanmar 1GM10 diesel. Major refit 2007-08, all new Harken blocks and running rigging. Carbon mast repainted w/LPU Pineapple carbon sail plus older dacron sail. Icom VHF, Garmin GPS plotter, Raymarine ST60 speed and depth, Raymarine XP5 and...
  12. Tom P.

    Navico TP5500 Autopilot

    For Sale - SOLD Navico TP5500 Tiller Pilot (for boats to 14,000 lbs) with HP5000 "Programmer" wired remote. Includes 6" pushrod extension and Marinco watertight o-ring seal plug & receptacle. Pilot works fine; programmer/remote (not required for pilot) acting up. $250. Tom Dazzler
  13. Tom P.

    Richmond - South Beach Race 2009 Photos

    Sue has posted a few photos of the boats we were near during Saturday's race. Enjoy! www.pbase.com/estey/20090822_sss_sobeach Tom Dazzler Wyliecat 30
  14. Tom P.

    HMB Race 2009 Photos, Etc.

    Jokes are frequently made about what the crew does on a Wyliecat. Well, one thing is to take pictures. :) http://www.pbase.com/estey/ssshmb2009 All photos by Sue Estey. Tom & Sue Dazzler
  15. Tom P.

    SSS Min. Equip. Requirements (Ocean races)

    As I may do HMB doublehanded this year I have a question about the MOB pole requirement. It says, "Man overboard pole and Lifesling (doublehanded entries only)." I have a Lifesling and a MOB pole, but how to rig the pole. In the "old days" we used to rig a MOB pole, small drogue, strobe and...
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