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I'm hull number two built by the fine folks at Compac Yachts in Clearwater FL and adopted by the HideAways. Together we explore the West Florida Coast just for the heck of it. Join us won't you?

Sunday, November 7, 2010

Preparing HideAway for Winter Sailing



Boca Ciega Yacht Club - Gulfport Florida
 
Believe it or not the seasons change in Florida as well.  The tropical heat is a not too distant memory as the first of the cold fronts bring great sailing weather.  Time to stow the genny and find Hideaway's storm jib.  I know it's in the V berth somewhere.  Hmmmm...

After a search I realized we haven't needed the genny all summer thanks to Bruce Bingham's insisting I change HideAway's main sail to loose footed.  If you haven't made the conversion on your Compac you should and soon.


HideAway sails herself with ease, points higher, and did I mention she is noticeable faster?  "Sailing with a Loose Foot" shows the set up and "HideAway Sails the 3rd of the 4th" shows the system reefed.  You'll see Bruce docking Niki as well.



Bruce Bingham - Niki  

Small Boats Rock !!!

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