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Singlehanded Farallones 2015

BobJ

BobJ

Alerion 38 "Surprise!"
Singlehanded Farallones is May 23rd. In 2011 we had 69 entries. This year we have (EDIT) 45 entries (cool!)

Apples-to-apples comparison of additional requirements today vs. our 2011 SSI's: Boat structure issues in 2.1.1 and 2.1.4, single lifelines for boats <30', toe rails, details on the bilge pump and life jackets, fewer(!) flares, Lifesling and MOB pole* for SH's, heaving line, DSC VHF w/masthead antenna, handheld DSC VHF, installed depth sounder (vs. lead line), searchlight, second flashlight, 2 buckets, e-tiller for wheeled boats, a reef in the main, SAS class.

I will personally do anything I can to help skippers get to the starting line and I know others in the SSS will too. For example, I have a 25 watt DSC VHF and masthead antenna sitting here - the MMSI was never entered so just put yours in. I will GIVE it to you if that's keeping you from racing to the Farallones.

Let's see 69 entries again folks!

* In late April there were at least two used MOB poles at Blue Pelican.
 
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I get my new mast/boom next week at best and new main the week after- I am fighting hard to be able to do this with rigging for just the #3 (and 4) and a spinnaker (probably enough). I need to work out how to get to the blue pelican for a MOB pole (from sausalito, without a car) and i am still waiting for my Ray70 VHF. Its a race to the start line for me!
 
BobJ said:
I will personally do anything I can to help skippers get to the starting line and I know others in the SSS will too.
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Hey, Bobby the J
Remember how you inspected Dura Mater the day before the 2013 Farallones? My lifesling was upside down and packed wrong, my hatchboards were not attached to the boat and my borrowed life jacket had an expired doo-hickey. All that was remedied. Would you like to re-inspect Dura Mater for this year's race? I'll take you out to lunch. Skip's across the way. Taco truck for everybody.
 
My To Do list is getting shorter!

Got my new vhf mounted last Sunday. Sounds great. Entered my MMSI.

I would also like to arrange an inspection. Nightmare is in Richmond at Marina Bay YH. I can be available most weekends.
After going through the process I would be happy to return the favor.
 
Testing Sat Tracking - Looking for Help

We could use assistance: We will be testing a tracking system that uses the Delorme hand held Inmarsat communicators. If you have one, and want to participate in the test, be sure to let us know. We will need the Satellite registration number. There will also be a few units available for low cost rental. The results will be a web page with those participating tracked. Viewing live of the page will be only allowed by the RC. If interested let me know. You can PM me here.

Brian
 
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90% chance FUGU will be another W30 in the SHF race. Final items to be finish up this weekend, then schedule an inspection. A SHF sweatshirt is the only thing I come close to looking good in...
 
What's the word on getting a pre-race inspection?

The link to NorCalORC doesn't work.
The only thing I get is the MER list, which states the boat may be inspected at any time by the "Organizing Authority"
I think I would pass a post race inspection, but it would be nice to catch anything beforehand.

Any help is appreciated. Contact me at: gca at goldrush dot com

I am signed up.
This will be my first significant trip!

Greg
"Nightmare"
 
Hi Greg,

I just notified NCORC upper management of the issue with their server. They are indicating it is broken due to hackers. They are checking on other routes to resolve. Where is your boat ? Worst comes to worst, if you are in my path of travels I can do an inspection.
Brian
 
Hi Greg,

NCORC responds that they are no longer conducting inspections and that the website has failed. My offer still stands or I am sure we can locate someone in your area willing to assist.

Brian
 
Nightmare (owned by Daydreamer :D) is at Richmond Marina Bay so that's close. I may be able to do it this Sunday (full weekend!)

I dunno if my Inspector's card is still valid though. What does our "Organizing Authority" want - a signed copy of the NCORC list, or ?
 
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BobJ said:
Nightmare (owned by Daydreamer :D) is at Richmond Marina Bay so that's close. I may be able to do it this Sunday (full weekend!)

I dunno if my Inspector's card is still valid though. What does our "Organizing Authority" want - a signed copy of the NCORC list, or ?
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Hi Bob,
If you mean SSS just an EMAIL to Allen Cooper stating you inspected should inoculate Greg from an end of race inspection, note "should". RC always reserves the right to inspect. Greg should also then mark on the entry form, "I have been through a pre race inspection".

Yeah, you better get that card certified. Call US Sailing and see how it is done.
 
I'll get right on that.

(Yes, SSS is the OA for the SHF, if that's enough letters for 'ya.)
 
I heard if you get pre-inspected then you don't have to take your shoes or jacket off.
 
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Great, and just to be clear, my authority in this manner is zero.
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I have slightly less authority than you do so we're all in good hands!

Actually that's how it has always worked around here - skippers helping each other out. I hope it stays that way.

Pogs, after I've been sailing all day you don't WANT me to take my shoes off. But yeah, something like that.
 
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Hi Greg,

NCORC responds that they are no longer conducting inspections and that the website has failed. My offer still stands or I am sure we can locate someone in your area willing to assist.

Brian
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Does the NCORC still exist? Jim Q. used to be our man on the committee, but I don't know if that is true any longer. The SSS and the OYRA are the major constituencies by number of races and registrants -- DHLS uses it, DHF basically ignores it, and Spin Cup and Windjammers are really small these days.
 
Thanks for the quick response !

I will be in Richmond this weekend, arriving Friday afternoon and be there till Sunday mid day.
I am planning to be at RYC to check out the E-Rudders.

Not planning to bring the boat over since I don't want to take up space for a demo boat.

Greg
 
My friend, Bill helped me mount my Navik, then we unscrewed it from Dura Mater's transom so I can reinforce the transom - only about 5 cm of fiberglass there. There is just one little part of the Navik it that I don't understand. The owner of Constellation, a lovely ship over in the Richmond Yacht Club harbor, showed me his Navik two years ago. Does anyone have his email or phone number? I'd like to step aboard his boat this Saturday to have a looksee. I'd also like to have the Navik ready for the race on the 23rd. Does anyone have experience w servo pendulum windvanes who can advise me and/or maybe do a test sail with it? DM is in Berkeley.
 
Jackie, I e-mailed Tom Krase's contact info to you. Also, Ronnie might help you with the Navik if he's in town. He's probably put more miles on a Navik than anyone else I know. Also Alan Hebert, but he's farther away.
 
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