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Mariner
A Publication For Where Land Ends www.mariner magazine.com Issue #106 December 2011

America’s Cup
in San Diego
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Coastal Commission Approves Major Amendment Navigating in Reduced Visibility Holiday Gift Ideas

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Editor/Publisher/Writer Pat Reynolds Photographs Pat Reynolds Columnist Mookie Contributors Dave Kirby Richard Schaefer Copy Editing Assistance Lisa Asahara For advertising rates and Information contact 310-397-1887 - phone email [email protected] Mailing address P.O. Box 9403 Marina del Rey, CA 90295 The Mariner appears on the 4th Friday of every month. This issue Nov. 25 - Dec. 23

FROM THE EDITOR RAPPIN’ WITH RUSS
I took a drive down the coast to check out the America’s Cup World Series event that was going on in San Diego. I rarely have the need to get credentials and be a part of the “real media” but when the opportunity arises, it’s fun to cover international stories. I’ve kept up with the AC over the last four or five years, always interested how sailing’s marquee sport handles their business. As many of you know, Russell Coutts and Larry Ellison are committed to modernizing this event on a myriad of levels, hoping to make it a more palatable sport for the general public, particularly the younger demographic. It’s pretty cool – they’ve introduced slick sexy catamarans that can top 30-knots and hit double-digit speeds in 5-knots of breeze. In an interest to make it a viewable live event, they’ve brought the racing close to shore and for broadcasting purposes the big cats are loaded with cameras and mics to give the viewer a more visceral experience. But for a guy that was raised on Mohammad Ali staring into a lens ranting “I am the greatest”, John McEnroe bellowing “you can not be serious!” Joe Namath in pantyhose, Pete Rose’s aggressive headfirst slide, Charles Barkley saying he’s no role model – I am sorely missing some personality from these guys. Where’s Dennis Conner when you need him? These dudes are bland. Young, handsome? Yes. Interesting? No. If I’m on the promotional team for the AC, I say, “listen up Coutts – you’re on the right track with all these sexy boats, cameras and whatnot, but we gotta interject some character into our ‘stars’. Tell them to be candid during interviews and not to shy from controversy. Relax, have a laugh – take a poke at a competitor. Who cares? This is no time to be guarded and cautious – let ‘er rip Russ – ya know? Russ – ya know? Why such a blank stare? Are you on the phone? Did you hear anything I said?”

Thanks for picking it up!

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WHAT’S INSIDE
Coming Events Off the Wire Major Development for MDR Future LCP Amendment Passed by Coastal Commission Dredging Up Good News MDR Breakwall Soon to be Dredged Fog Ho by Captain Paul Miller Navigating in Limited Visibility AC in SD America’s Cup Action in San Diego Coastal Currents Marine Related Gift Cards by Captain Richard Schaefer Powertails ULSD Diesel Racing Ask the Expert - Diving for Lobster Ask Mookie Classifieds The Mariner - Issue 106 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 23 24 25
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Coming Events!
What’s happening around the largest man made harbor in the U.S.?
Fisherman’s Village Weekend Concert - Yes Ma’am (Rhythm & Blues) Live jazz, Latin, R&B, Blues concerts outdoors in the plaza near the lighthouse in Fisherman’s Village, every Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting; 1- 4 p.m. (2 - 5 p.m. summer). Free. Fisherman’s Village Weekend Concert - The Sullivan Hall Band (Blues, R&B) Live jazz, Latin, R&B, Blues concerts outdoors in the plaza near the lighthouse in Fisherman’s Village, every Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting; 1- 4 p.m. (2 - 5 p.m. summer). Free. Sunset Full Moon Kayak Paddle Paddle away from the hustle and bustle of the city and experience the tranquility of the ocean at night on a Sit-On-Top kayak. No experience necessary; open to ages 18+. 6 - 9 p.m. UCLA Marina Aquatic Center $20-$35. (310) 8230048 Stand-Up Paddleboard For Beginners Everyone is doing it - stand-up paddling for fun and fitness. One session will teach you the basics. 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. $30-$45. (310) 823-0048 Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade Experience Christmas at the Marina’s Free Annual Holiday Boat Parade and Fireworks Display. Rain or shine, dozens of colorfully decorated boats circle the marina competing for the Grand Prize. The night’s festivities usually kick off with a 5:55 p.m. fireworks show, followed by the parade from 6 - 8 p.m. See website for parking, viewing and contest details. (310) 670-7130 New Years Eve at Two Harbors What better place to ring in the New Year, than Two Harbors. Join us at the Harbor Reef Restaurant for dinner, dancing, and a champagne toast at midnight. Come enjoy and 4

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leave the driving to the Shoreboats. Please call for reservations, 310-510-4215. 39th Annual New Year’s Eve Celebration, Casino Ballroom Dance in the New Year at this black-tie optional event in the world famous Casino Ballroom. Reservations will go on sale July 2011. Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510-1520.

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Santa Monica Windjammers Yacht Club Dinners Wednesday and Friday Night Dinners. Members, guests, and prospective members are invited to join us for cocktails, fun, food, and friendship on most Wednesday and Friday evenings at our club house. Fun starts at 6:30 pm for cocktails and 7:30 pm for dinner. Lectures and educational presentations often follow our Wednesday night dinners. Live music is provided on most Fridays for your enjoyment and dancing pleasure. Reservations are required. Our club house is located at 13589 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey. For menus, availability, pricing, directions, parking, and more event and membership details, please visit our web site at www.smwyc.org or call us at 310-827-7692 Marina Venice Yacht Club Social Sundays Join Marina Venice Yacht Club weekly for our Social-Sunday Open House from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Food items are provided and there is no charge. MVYC is located in the Marina City Club - West Tower - at 4333 Admiralty Way. Whether you own a boat, are looking to buy one, or just want to be around other water loving people MVYC welcomes all who share in the Corinthian Spirit. Security will tell you where to park. Follow the signs up the stairs or elevator to the Club House on G2. For more information contact [email protected], call 310-9093022 or 310-822-9082 or visit our Facebook Group page. Women’s Sailing Association of Santa Monica Bay Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the

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Santa Monica Windjammers Yacht Club, 13589 Mindanao Way, in Marina del Rey. The meeting, held at 7:30, is preceded by a social hour, and a light dinner is served. Each meeting features a guest speaker discussing their adventures and achievements. WSA invites boaters of all skill levels to join. Its programs, include day sails, seminars, parties, and cruises including destinations such as King Harbor, Catalina and the northern Channel Islands, For membership information contact email membership@ wsasmb.org or on the web at www.wsasmb.org. Sailing Singles of Southern California Sailing Singles of Southern California is a Sailing Club centered in Marina del Rey but open to all sailing enthusiasts from the LA area. We meet twice monthly, at 7 p.m. at the Marina Venice Yacht Club, 4333 Admiralty Way located at the Marina City Club West Tower in Marina del Rey. There is a $10 Meeting donation per person that includes a light Dinner. Drinks are available at a full bar at reasonable prices. Club members will meet and socialize with sailboat owners and can arrange for sails in Santa Monica Bay. After sailing, club members can enjoy wine and cheese parties or full dinners on member’s Boats. Catalina Island trips and special events are also planned. (310) 822-0893 or email: [email protected] www. sailingsinglesofsoutherncalifornia.com Marina Sunday Sailing Club Since 1981 MSSC has brought together skippers and crew in a friendly social environment for daysails in Santa Monica Bay and cruises to Catalina and other destinations. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month on the patio at Burton Chace Park under the Club banner. Meetings start at 10:00 a.m. with a free Continental breakfast and socializing. We hold a brief business meeting and then head out for an afternoon of sailing on the Bay after which we gather at a member’s dock for wine, snacks and more socializing. Visitors are welcome and may attend two meetings free. No prior sailing experience is necessary. Married people welcome! For more info call (310) 226-8000 or visit www.marinasundaysailors.com 2011

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Catalinas of Santa Monica Bay, Owners of Catalina Yachts Join us for our monthly meetings at the Santa Monica Windjammers Yacht Club on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. We would like to welcome Catalina owners to join our club. We have speakers, cruises to Catalina, races and other events throughout the year. Our doors open at 6:00 for happy hour and then dinner around 7 to 7:30 and our main event after that. Join the fun and meet other owners of Catalinas. For more info email [email protected]. Single Mariners of Marina del Rey Single Mariners of MDR meet at 7PM on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at the Pacific Mariners Yacht Club, 13915 Panay Way, Marina del Rey, CA. At the meeting, Single Adults meet other Single Adults to setup upcoming Weekend Day Sails. There is a small charge for a light meal during the meeting, however, there is a courtesy discount if you RSVP for dinner at [email protected] or leave a message at (310) 990-5541 by the Wednesday prior to the Thursday meeting

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Organizers of the 2012 Border Run have announced that registration is now open to enter the 2012 Border Run which will be sailed on its new date Saturday, March 10th., 2012. They have sweetened the pot to get sailors to enter early. Enter on or before December 15th 2011 and save money, get free stuff and a chance to win a $1,200 BORD SUP (pictured) or a GoPro Video Cam. What do you get when you enter on or before December 15th 2011? 1) Save money on your entry. 2) The first 30 entries get a 2010 Border Run T-shirt or hat from Pirates Lair valued at $15 bucks. 3) The next 30 entries get an Alum LED waterproof flash light by West Marine valued at $14.95. 4) All Entries on or before Dec 10th 2011 have a chance to win a new BORD SUP with carbon paddle and a GoPro video cam. In 2011, with 233 entries, The Border Run became the largest point to point ocean racing event in Southern California. For 2012 organizers are looking to make the Border Run bigger and better. With its new March 10th date, the 2012 Border Run will be one of the first major races for the 2012 season, a feeder race for the NOOD regatta in San Diego and a tune-up race for the 2012 Cabo race. The new date should also mean more wind. For all details on the race and to enter the 2012 Border Run go to www.TheBorderRun.org or call for more info at 800-366-8584.

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Major Development for MDR Future
California Coastal Commission approves amendment that paves way for much change
his month Supervisor Don Knabe announced that the California Coastal Commission approved the Major Amendment to the Marina del Rey certified Local Coastal Plan (LCP), with modifications recommended by the Commission’s staff. He said: Following three years of community and stakeholder input, I am thrilled to be moving forward in our plans to update this extraordinary destination for residents, boaters, visitors to Los Angeles County and all those who call it home. Marina del Rey is a unique place with incredible potential. With the Commission’s approval, we now have the opportunity to revitalize an area that hasn’t seen change in over 40 years. I appreciate all the valuable feedback we received in 79 public meetings, Board hearings and community working groups. We made significant changes based on this input which I know will set us on a course to a better integrated urban waterfront with improved access to the water and greater services and amenities for all our residents and visitors. The Major Amendment will now come before the Board of Supervisors for ratification to consider the changes approved by the Commission. At the meeting held in Oceanside, a number of land-based projects were discussed but a good part of Coastal Commission Deputy Director Jack Ainsworth’s presentation spoke of and, one could argue, defended the position of decreasing the number of Marina del Rey’s slips particularly smaller sizes under the protests of some local boater advocacy groups. “The recommendation that gave the county a lot of heartburn was the recommendation that there

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be no net loss of slips – harbor wide – and no net loss of slips under 30-feet,” said Ainsworth of the contentious issue. Ainsworth repeated that current data and studies indicate that when factoring in ADA mandates, Department of Boating and Waterways guidelines, anticipated future market demands and how other local marinas have been reconstructed there’s no way around losing slips. “The county has also documented that there’s b e e n historically high vacancy rates in smaller slips - under 35-feet,” he continued. “For example in a July 2011 survey there were 653 vacancies in the 35-feet and under slips or 81% of total vacancies harbor wide.” Ainsworth conceded that the down economy is partially responsible for those statistics, but noted that historically MDR has had high vacancy rates in the smaller slip sizes. As the meeting continued and the public comment portion ensued there were suggestions by both members of the public and of the commission itself that these given issues were more complicated and involved than what might appear. “Approval of this LCP amendment will bring the number of boat of boat slips lost to nearly 2,000 since our marina was developed,” said Andy Bisset, President of the Marina Boat Owners Association. “Why? Because they want the boat

owner parking for more profitable development. What are we going to get for this? Dry stack valet powerboat parking for the wealthy?” Commissioner Esther Sanchez who represented the only dissenting vote for the passing of the amendment, reminded the Deputy that the commission had publicly stated in 2006 that there would be no more slip reductions and questioned why they were going back on the statement/promise. “Can we say at this point, no more?” Sanchez asked the Deputy pointedly. “We have made a statement to the c o m m u n i t y. While I understand what you’re saying, there are some artificial reasons why there are vacancies – I still believe that – especially based on my experiences here.” The Coastal Commission maintained that times had changed and felt good about the slip mix that was created - 39% at 30-feet and under 20% in the 31-35-foot range, making 59% of the marina under 35-feet – currently that ratio is 69% under 35-feet. An emotional Santo Kreimann, Director of Beaches and Harbors who is for some a villain in this passion play, spoke towards the end of the meeting saying, “I do want to thank the members of the public who did a wonderful job of refocusing us and challenging us to produce a very balanced development plan and that’s what we have here. It’s significantly different than what we had in 2008. We listened.”

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DREDGING UP GOOD NEWS
LOS ANGELES, November 15, 2011 – Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe announced an agreement with the United States Army Corps of Engineers and the Port of Long Beach for an important dredging project in Marina del Rey. Through the collaboration, the County saves millions of dollars and significantly reduces the project’s carbon footprint, while meeting the urgent needs of two local communities. The project entails dredging up to 760,000 cubic yards of contaminated sediment from the Marina del Rey harbor entrance and transporting it by barge to the Port of Long Beach for a redevelopment project. This plan will save upwards of $85 million and eliminate the 42,000 truck trips through densely populated communities that would have been required to dispose of the sediment at inland landfill sites. In addition, approximately 140,000 cubic yards of clean sediment will be deposited offshore at Dockweiler State Beach and up to 75,000 cubic yards will be pumped on Redondo Beach to address beach erosion issues. “This innovative agreement between federal and local agencies is a terrific example of government at all levels working together to solve regional issues,” said Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe. “This partnership was a once in a lifetime opportunity and the timing is perfect – Marina del Rey needs to get rid of sediment and Long Beach needs sediment. Besides being a win for both of these communities, we are saving millions of dollars through an environmentally sound solution. I want to thank the Army Corps of Engineers and all parties involved for their willingness to work together for the safety and benefit of the residents of Los Angeles county.” A severe build-up of sediment around the north and south entrances to Marina del Rey has reduced navigation for recreational boaters. It is also a huge safety risk for first responders in the area, including the United States Coast Guard, Los Angeles County Lifeguard Baywatch and the Marina del Rey Sheriff’s boat patrol. These agencies respond to emergencies throughout Santa Monica Bay, including LAX and three major plants in the bay: Hyperion Treatment, Chevron Products and the Redondo Beach Power Plant. “I am pleased to hear that the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors

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has approved additional funding for our dredging project at Marina del Rey,” said Col. Mark Toy, commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District. “This is another example of the quality partnership that exists between the Corps and the County of Los Angeles and the benefits the partnership provides. The next step in the process is for Corps headquarters to review and accept the additional funds approved by the Board of Supervisors. I’m confident that all relevant information and conditions will be considered and that a decision will occur as expeditiously as possible.” Long Beach Port’s Middle Harbor Redevelopment Project will combine two aging shipping terminals into one modern terminal to improve cargomovement efficiency and environmental performance. The project will upgrade wharfs, water access and storage areas, as well expand an on-

dock rail, all while cutting air pollution and adding approximately 14,000 jobs in Southern California. “The Middle Harbor Redevelopment Project provides an opportunity to safely dispose of dredge materials, while creating much-needed land for a cargo terminal expansion that will support thousands of new jobs,” said Richard D. Steinke, executive director of the Port of Long Beach. “This is a cost-effective reuse of contaminated sediments that otherwise would need to be hauled off by trucks to remote disposal sites. Regulatory and wildlife agencies have helped us to approve this sequestering of contaminated sediments in the most environmentally responsible way possible.” The project is anticipated to begin in January 2012 with construction expected to be completed by September 2012

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Fog Ho!
N a vi gating in r educed visibility

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By Captain Paul MIller

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ue to the installation of a new engine, we decided to purchase the most expensive tow coverage available. This would even tow us from Ensenada to our home port in Marina del Rey if necessary. Oddly enough, one day while sailing three miles from MDR we were closed in by a solid fog as darkness was approaching. Stepping below we lit up our glorious GPS complete with plotter, bit as the screen was loading, a message came across indicating the antenna was not functioning. We could visualize where we were since I could hear the aircraft coming out of LAX and our fathometer was reading 10 fathoms. We began edging toward the beach hoping to hear the bell on the 2ES buoy just three miles off the MDR jetty. I knew we were north of the sewer pipe and south of the detached breakwater by the sound of the 12

aircraft powering aloft above us. The whine of their engines reminded me of climbing off Chesapeake Bay in the Naval Academy N3N open cockpit Stearman seaplane with the huge radial Continental engine pulling skyward. And behold, as we sailed along through a light chop we soon heard the clank of the bell on the 2ES buoy. Watching our fathometer slowly dropping we eased slightly to starboard until the buoy was a few yards off the bow as evidenced by the loud bell and the barking of the sea lions on the buoy. We still could not see the buoy or even the bow pulpit due to the deep fog. I did wish to come into the harbor as the fog was thickening quickly. We had donned foul weather gear because of all the moisture pouring down our mainsail and we would soon lose light. I first

considered moving to seaward of the buoy and anchoring while continuing to sound the five second dinging on the bell for a fog signal every two minutes. Then reconsidering the possibility of being destroyed by a huge fast moving vessel playing my favorite Miles Davis tunes, I decided there must be a better alternative. We considered calling our tow service and use our “super admirals tow plan”. Great idea - we could tell them exactly where we are - only three miles from the MdR jetty. We called our tow service, gave our member number and told them we were in deep fog alongside the 2ES buoy and were in need of either a radar or GPS escort as our GPS was down. The young man chuckled and stated that they do not respond to vessels lost in the fog, however 2011

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they might be able to find a service that would come out and give us a radar/gps escort thru the fog. They only service vessels which are “broken”. A familiar voice came up on the VHF. It was the lifeguard boat which was sitting at the harbor entrance. We have trained many of them for their USCG Captains Licenses. They had been listening to our conversation and were practicing with their DF (direction finding equipment) and confirmed that they were already headed our way and would be there in minutes. Happy day! Jeanne immediately reminded me that we were also low on fuel. We responded that we were in distress being low on fuel and no wind. Soon looking toward the bow we saw our lifeguard friends sliding up alongside. They guided us into the entrance. If all else failed I would have moved out to the 10 fathom curve, anchored and continued to sound my fog signal of the ringing of a bell every three minutes. Ugh! We could have averted the problem by simply slipping into Redondo Harbor when we noted the dew point was 67 degrees. When the dew point is this high it is best to be tucked into a harbor or at anchor in that the low coastal fog will be forming close to sunset as the air cools. When enjoying your last day on Catalina Island stay posted on the dew point with your VHF weather channel, if the weather is cool and the dew point is low, leave the island early in the day to avoid the low coastal fog which will form when the air temperature coincides with the dew point. When the air temperature is within 4F of the dew point, fog will appear. Point Reyes, California, is very foggy with over 200 foggy days per year.

Fog will appear when the relative humidity reaches 100%. A combination of relative humidity/temperature gauge can be purchased at California Sailing Academy or Radio Shack for a mere $35. Do not leave a California port without one as low coastal fog is so prevalent in this state. Flash fog is also prevalent in California. It can form quickly and dissipate fast. This can appear from salt particles rising in the air due to breaking waves along the coast and even kelp causes coastal fog. Protect yourself, passengers and vessel by monitoring your relative humidity, temperature and be in a harbor by early afternoon. I have many times used my fathometer to get to the 10 fathom line (60 feet), dropped anchor, maintained a watch and sounded my fog signal to await the clearance of the fog. The signals used in reduced visibility should be given every two minutes. A short blast is about one second and a long blast is four to six seconds. One short blast followed by a Prolonged blast followed by a short blast (Morris code for R) is the official warning signal which can be given in fog. We once partially scaled up the mast blowing an air horn repeated in the direction of a speeding Scarab race boat when we heard the roar of the approaching boat in the fog. The safest place in deep fog may be where you are if not aground. Consider anchoring if safe!

Signals for Operations in Reduced Visibility (Inland & International Rules 35) One Prolonged Blast: Vessel is making way under power in reduced visibility (i.e. fog). This signal is sounded at intervals of not more that 2 minutes. Two Prolonged Blasts: A vessel stopped and not making way but still under way in reduced visibility. This signal is sounded at intervals of not more that 2 minutes. One Prolonged Blast followed by Two Short Blasts: Sailing vessel, commercial fishing vessel, vessel not under command or one restricted by draft which is operation in restricted visibility. This signal would be used by a sailboat sailing in fog. This signal is sounded at intervals of not more that 2 minutes. One Prolonged Blast followed by three short Blasts: A vessel being towed in reduced visibility. Boats at anchor shall sound rapid strokes on the bell for 5 seconds at intervals not less than one minute during low visibility. Boats aground shall sound three distinct strokes on the bell (“I Am Aground”), followed by five seconds rapid ringing of the bell, and then followed by three distinct strokes on the bell (“I Am Aground”). Captain Paul Miller is owner and director of California Sailing Academy and Approved Coast Guard School in Marina del Rey, California since 1967. He is a graduate of the Naval Academy Annapolis, former Naval Officer, Captain in the USCG Maritime Fleet and also trains for sail and power at all levels of the American Sailing Association program in addition to training people as Captains in the USCG Maritime Fleet Be sure to check his next article concerning the need for a Sextant and Celestial Navigation when offshore.

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The ultimate event in the sport of sailing is without question the America’s Cup. It’s probably the only sailing contest that everyday people have heard of, not that they’d be able to pass a quiz or anything, but most have heard tell. The race has been a part of the international sporting landscape for over 100-years, but as time and technology have marched on, interest in the AC has waned. This past month Southern California got a legit dose of America’s Cup when the America’s Cup World Series was held in San Diego. The Mariner was on the scene for the first day of action (in the pouring rain) witnessing up close the radical changes that have been implemented since the last multi-challenger contest in 2007. Racers from all over the world met on the shores of San Diego for a week of racing held inside the harbor, close enough for spectator viewing. Some of the greatest sailors on the planet climbed aboard 45-foot all carbon onedesign catamarans powered with rigid wing sails to do battle in both fleet and match racing. In boats that can hit double digit speeds in 5 or 6-knots of wind and top 30-knots in a good breeze, organizers are hoping that an interested younger audience might become attracted to the excitement and sexiness of the new-look America’s Cup. The hope is that with “stadium” style spectator viewing and cameras/microphones placed 14 all over the boats, sailboat racing will at last become an accessible sport that fans can engage in. While there was a decent crowd watching from the pier on the day we were there, it wasn’t at all easy to keep track of who was winning, let alone the nuances therein. Although there was a play-by-play announcer being broadcast for the crowd, in front of a TV was probably the best place to view the racing. On the broadcast front, the San Diego event demonstrated that the media team is certainly stating to dial things in. Transpac legend Stan Honey is Director of Technology for the 34th AC and his vision is an obvious asset. “It’s hard to make sailing on TV not look like white triangles on a blue background,” said Honey in a recent interview. “Historical America’s Cup coverage has gone back and forth between the real video and Virtual Eye, where you can see the story – who’s ahead, who’s behind. What we’re doing in combining the two.” Honey’s AC broadcast coverage looks more advanced and engaging than ever before. With the boat’s abilities to lift a hull in six-knots of wind, and accelerate like there’s an onboard gas pedal combined with a mixture of helicopter footage, onboard footage and virtual imaging, the next AC (that will be raced in 72-foot cats) is sure to be more interesting than past presentations. One of the major reasons that catamarans were chosen is their ability to sail in a wider spectrum of wind speeds. On the day we visited, the first race was run in 4-7 knots – a day that most likely would have kept the older version AC boats tied to the dock. The second race was delayed for no wind at all, but eventually it picked up to around 10 allowing the boats to get in a race, hitting speeds in the 20s. Up close the 45-foot cats look impressive. They are physically demanding and require a certain level of athleticism, strength and endurance to keep them competitive. The game has obviously changed and once the 72s are built it will change again. The questions remains: will all of this innovation bring audiences to the America’s Cup? Will it become a viable advertising platform for major sponsors? Will a younger demographic gravitate to the sport? Time will tell. In the meantime America’s Cup organizers will be busy perfecting both the sailing and media aspects of this endeavor during these World Series events. Then, in 2013, the rubber will meet the road – or the hulls will meet the water, well, one hull will and the other will not…anyway, you get the point. 2011

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The Gift of Boating
By Captain Richard Schaefer

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he last few Christmases have been tough on a lot of folks. Money isn’t flowing quite as deep or freely as during Christmas past, and so it makes sense to choose carefully before spending your hard earned denaro. The last thing most of us want is another Chinese chotsky or box of geedunk...oh, look it up. My worst, seasonal fear is the idea of staggering around a mall, eyes glazed and vacant, mouth slightly agape, searching for the “perfect gift” on Christmas Eve. The nightmarish vision ends with me stumbling over scattered boxes eventually being sucked down into the swirling discards of thousand of previous shoppers, who have, by then, scurried away to home and hearth. Leaving me alone, to sift through the sea of tattered debris - looking for that “special gift”. Don’t let this happen to you. Instead, consider a gift certificate, for the boater in your life, from one of our marina’s local businesses. The recipient can choose what they want or need, and it helps out our local economy. Here’s a short list of some, local, boating oriented, businesses. The Ship’s Store 14025 Panay Way, MDR. (310) 823-5574 It’s the oldest chandlery in the Marina others have come and gone, but the Ship’s Store remains. Their sales crew is about as knowledgeable as they come and if they don’t have it they can get it. They have gift certificates in any denomination and there isn’t a boater in the marina who couldn’t find a way to spend a $100 bucks in there.

West Marine 4570 Admiralty Way, MDR. In the Marina Shopping Center. (310) 823-5357 The Walmart of boating. A vast selection of apparel, fishing tackle, books and aqua-gizmos. Gift Certificates and Christmas sales/specials. The Boat Yard 13555 Fiji Way, MDR. (310) 823-8964 Full service boat yard, offering a December, Christmas Special - Free haul and launch when they paint your boat’s bottom. Also have a winter special for “do-it-yourselfers” - two lay days for the price of one - pay for five days get the next five free. Also available as a, pay for seven and get the next seven free. Hmmm... maybe I could live there??? Gift certificates in any denomination are available. Windward Boat Yard 13645 Fiji Way, MDR. (310) 823-4581 Oldest full service boat yard in Marina del Rey - offering a “do it yourself special” - pay for 5 days and get the next 5 free - through December. “Get your bottom coppered while you still can.” That sounds rather odd - but boaters know what I’m talking about. Seamark Marine 13441 Mindanao Way, MDR. (310) 301-8303 Boat Yard - Specializing in power and sail boats 30 feet and under... I didn’t know that the marina had any small boats anymore... maybe someone should alert the County Harbor Department before they get rid of all the small slips and middle class boaters. No Gift Certificates. Offering a 10% off Christmas Special. U.K. Halsey Sail Makers

1731 Abbott-Kinney Blvd. MDR. (310) 8221203 Sails and canvas repairs. I’ve known the owner, Oliver McCann, for more than 25 years - he’s dependable, painfully honest and a skilled professional. My X used to work for him - but I still like him anyway. He has gift certificates available. Hyde Sails Pick Up and Delivery in MDR (949) 200-2028 Full service loft. Offering a winter discount Call Harry O for details. Harry O? wasn’t that a P.I. show in the 70’s? I was a real P.I. in the 70’s and a “Rockford FIles” fan. T / A Sails Pick up and Delivery from the Boat Yard In MDR. (310) 518-2841 I met Ty when he was just a young boy working in his dad’s loft, and 30 years later he’s still at it. Offering a 15% Christmas discount on service/ repairs. Maritime Communications 766 Washington. Blvd. MDR. (310) 821-4958 Santa’s Toyland of Marine Electronics. I met Ken Englert when he was still tinkering with vacuum tubes and radio direction finders (RDF’s). That reminds me...I wonder if he still has some tubes for my RDF. I like to home in on K-EARTH when I’m headed back from the island. He is the “Techno Answer Man” and writes articles for boating publications. Ken and his staff are top notch and have gift certificates available in any denomination. Blue Pacific Boating 13444 Bali Way, MDR. (310) 305-7245 2011

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teach me, then he could teach anyone to sail. He later hired me as one of his instructors, so I must have learned something....right? Sunderland Yacht Services Marina del Rey. (805) 907-1946 The famous Sunderland clan has produced videos of their open ocean adventures. They are for sale at, worldwindproductions.com. Lawrence tells me that they can gift wrap the three video set for Christmas and send it anywhere. My kids and the Sunderlands have sailed together and spent time at Catalina and Channel Islands - the Sunderland kids decided to go just a little farther - Order the video to see just how far... Of course all the marina’s eateries offer gift certificates. So even if they don’t boat, your friends still have to eat, and the local restaurants need the business. I still have three kids at home and the only place I could afford to feed them was “Edies Diner” and they closed that and opened some kind’a health food joint - great..as you might have guessed, I am not a consumer of bulgur and sprouts. These days, I make the kids fish off the dock for skates, rays and any other slimy critter they can drag aboard. You ever had a “skatewich” or bat ray chowder? Tastes like chicken and the price is right. A final idea for a Christmas gift. Make a CD or download a flash drive with boating songs. A couple of years back I wrote a column about the best boating songs. Google it and check it out for ideas. My personal picks for a “Sailing Album” would be, “Back to the Island”, Leon Russell, -“Southern Cross”, Live version, Crosby, Stills and Nash - “Toes” , Zac Brown - “Bring Me Two Pina Coladas”, Garth Brooks - “Almost Jamaica”, Bellamy Brothers - “Asimbonanga”, Johnny Clegg and Savuka. - “Manana”, Jimmy Buffett - “A Pirate Looks at 40”, Jimmy Buffett, - “Kokomo”, The Beach Boys, - “An American Dream”, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, - “Knee Deep”, Zac Brown and Jimmy Buffett - “Mexico”, James Taylor - “Jolly Mon SIng”, Jimmy Buffett “Margaritaville”, Jimmy Buffett - “John Crow”, Jimmy Cliff - “Brighter Day”. Doobie Brothers - “Groovy Little Summer Song”, James Otto, “Incommunicado”, Jimmy Buffett - “Changes in Latitudes... “, Jimmy Buffett. Hey... for 20 bucks you’re groovin’ with a bunch of cool tunes for a sailing friend. As an orthodox Luddite, I am unable to make a CD or even operate an iPod....can anyone put these songs on an 8 track for me as a Christmas present? No, on second thought, maybe a cassette - I’m trying to upgrade my system - just need to find a 1989 Sony Walkman in a thrift shop. Captain Richard is a U.S.C.G. Licensed Master of Sailing Vessels. He has skippered charters and deliveries, taught sailing and seamanship, managed yachts and written for boating publications for more than 30 years. He can be reached for comments or consultation at (310) 460-8946 or e-mail at littlebighorn@dishmail. net.

ASA Sailing school, bare boat and skippered charters, yacht brokers and dealers for Tartan and C&C - both great boats. They maintain several boats in Marina del Rey and Channel Islands. Their aim is to be a complete boating center and they are certainly on their way. The manager, Chris, and I go back decades. He and his staff are very professional and courteous nothing at all like me. Even so, I get free coffee whenever I wander in. If you tell them I sent you maybe they’ll give you some. On second thought, don’t mention my name... you’ll improve your chances for a cup of java. They offer gift certificates and discounts for couples so give the gift of sailing....(Chris made me say that). Marina Sailing Marina del Rey 4633 Admiralty Way, MDR. (310) 822-6617 Sail boat Charters and Instruction. They are offering; $100 off Membership, $100 off the Complete Sailing Course. 25% off full day charters for members through the winter. Great deal on a Leeward Islands Flotilla this Spring, Gift Certificates towards any sailing activity available for holiday gifts. Discounted group day sails out of all six of our harbor locations. They have 70 boats available mono hulls, multi hulls and power. Ask for Lisa - she’s the nerve center of the operation. When I taught her to sail 20 years ago she was just nervous. I have that effect on people...she used to call me Captain Sunshine, now she doesn’t call me at all. California Sailing Academy 14025 Panay Way, MDR. (310) 821-3433 Oldest sailing school in Marina del Rey, Captain Paul Miller, Annapolis grad, has been at the helm a long time and knows his stuff. ASA Instruction. Basic to advanced. Celestial navigation classes. Charter boats, sailing club and Captain’s License training. Gift certificates available. Blue Water Sailing 13505 Bali Way, MDR. (310) 823-5545 ASA instruction, beginning through advanced, seven boats, skippered and bare boat charters. Gift certificates available, multi-course discounts. I learned to sail on one of those Solings. Rich Smith, the founder of Blue Water, taught me. He later told me that the experience of teaching me to sail was the most disheartening undertaking of his life. I was one of his first students and he said he almost closed the doors to the school after the life shattering experience, but then he realized that if he could 2011

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ALEXANDRIA, Va., November 17, 2011 - As a way to reduce particulate matter, ultra-low-sulfur diesel (ULSD), with only 15 ppm or less of sulfur, was mandated for use in most vehicles, boats and machinery as of December 2010. As a practical matter, however, ULSD has been around since late 2006 when 2007 model year vehicles with more advanced emissions control devices began requiring its use in cars. And since most fuel refiners don’t have the capacity to offer more than one type of diesel, it’s also been sold at marinas ever since. During that time, the BoatUS Damage Avoidance Program has kept a close look out for any potential problems with the newer, environmentallyfriendly fuel. Recently, the boat owner association’s Damage Avoidance Program publication, Seaworthy, The BoatUS Marine Insurance and Damage Avoidance Report, investigated the issue and has these findings to share: Lubricity: In diesel engines, having enough “lubricity” in the fuel is critical - without it, the engine would grind itself to a premature death. A lot of publicity has been given to ULSD because the process of removing sulfur from diesel fuel also removes much of the fuel’s lubricity. Contrary to what some have said, however, lubricity is not a problem with ULSD. Minimum lubricity is a requirement of the ASTM-D975 diesel fuel standard and oil companies typically use a synthetic additive to return fuel to its pre-ULSD lubricity levels. Cetane: All diesel fuel must have a cetane rating of at least 40. Most regular diesel fuel has a cetane rating of 43 to 45, which should be fine for most boat engines. The good news is that the cetane numbers remained the same with ULSD. Gaskets: When the transition was made to low-sulfur diesel (LSD) in 1993, there were problems with leaking gaskets. Newer gaskets that resist leaking were developed, but there were some fears that the gaskets might not stand up to ULSD. After talking to numerous marina owners and engine manufacturers, leaking gaskets don’t appear to be a problem. Water and “Bugs”: Microbial growth - bugs - need water to grow and have always been a concern with diesel fuel. ULSD holds less water than older, higher-sulfur fuels, which means that any water entering the tank is less likely to be absorbed and instead more likely to become a breeding ground for bugs. Biocides (and cold weather) kill the bugs but their tiny little carcasses pile up in funereal goo at the bottom of the tank. Tanks may need to be cleaned more often to prevent clogged filters and corrosion. The best defense is to keep tanks as full as possible (especially over winter storage) and keep a routine eye on the water separator. Story furnished by BoatUS. 18

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As darkness comes upon us earlier it means less time on the water.In turn, we need to fish smarter and drive less. Using up to date fish reports, talking with local fishermen and going by the tackle store in the area to garner information will narrow down where to fish and make your outing something productive. The squid continues to be the bait of choice - there is so much in the bay it’s easy to pick up, the major location is in front of the tankers - use your deck lights to bring them up. Fishing has been good for lingcod and rockfish. Use a dropper loop or a lead head with squid pinned on it. As the lobster season progresses along with the weather look for bugs to be going to deeper waters. Fresh mackerel is the bait of choice for them. The Islands are kicking out some nice yellowtail and a few white sea bass. On the bait Seine: Larry and Mike of Inseine Baits have cured sardines and squid. Remember to bundle up - these mornings are getting chilly.

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This year’s ASMBYC Home Port Regatta 2011 was one of the best ever, and I ended up with a great view from beginning to end. The Association of Santa Monica Bay Yacht Clubs hosts this free event each year to help introduce new sailors to the world of yacht clubs and yacht racing. Regatta Chair Bruce Fleck did a masterful job producing a memorable event. I witnessed his early organizational work, his direction of the two evening pre-race seminars, his recruiting of Stu Coleman as the Principal Race Officer who managed the actual racing, and Bruce’s oversight of the excellent hospitality provided by South Coast Corinthian Yacht Club. Our collaboration started last April when Bruce told me that he would enroll 30 boats and make this HPR ’11 one of the best ever. He accepted my help with promotion and the work began. We wisely enlisted Duncan Cameron to be the “Mentor Wrangler” (a job I held a decade ago when Duncan was first mentored as a HPR newbie himself). Duncan enlisted the mentors and matched them to the less experienced new racers. These mentors act as onboard coaches, guiding new drivers and crew through the various maneuvers while providing additional safety through their understanding of the right of way rules. Duncan also helped all the new volunteer crew find spots on the various boats. The Mentor Program is an excellent way to introduce new folks to club level sailboat racing. The experienced mentor coaches help the ‘Newbies’ sort out the confusing world of timed flag and sound signals, the various right of way rules, and the boat handling issues as crews tack and jibe for tactical advantage over their opponents on the crowded starting line. The Mentors help ensure that these first racing experiences are satisfying and educational. My seat on the photo-boat offered the best view of the day’s racing. We could watch the skills develop as crews progressed from their first start to their second, and on to the third race, which was the closest yet with frequent lead changes. It is the mix of Newbie and old hand in an atmosphere of good natured competition that makes this regatta so special. Appreciation of the sport and growth in sailing skills are more important than winning the trophy. Next year’s Home Port Regatta will be hosted by Santa Monica Windjammers Yacht Club on Sunday, April 22, 2012, just in time for new racers to prepare for the popular summer evening racing that Sunset, Starlight, Sundown and many other local race series’ offer. The valuable pre regatta seminars will be held at SMWYC; 7:00 pm on April 12 and April 19, the two Thursdays preceding the event.

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ROMARINO ZERI DIES IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
When I first started this little magazine one of the first people to contact me was a fellow named Romarino Zeri, 51, owner of Intrepid Marine, a marine maintenance company that has existed in Marina del Rey for decades. He asked me to come to his office for a meeting and complimented me on my initiative. Romarino was a long time Marina guy…He knew Dinghy publisher Darien Murray very well and told me he was thinking of starting a replacement publication after her death but then saw The Mariner. Through the years I met with Romarino a number of different times about his ads and other ideas. While I had heard he was sometimes controversial and heavy-handed, I found him to be a straightforward and positive guy. Definitely a take-charge sort of person, but we had a mutual respect and I can say I liked Romarino. This past month the Marina lost one of its original players when Zeri and his girlfriend Julie Cameron died in a motorcycle accident on one of our local freeways. True to form, Romarino was engaging in one of his passions and ended his life, living his life. Zeri was a big personality and it seems almost fitting that his death would be broadcast on all the local news channels. He and his girlfriend collided with a big rig during the Love Ride annual motorcycle event while changing lanes where the northbound 5 merges with the northbound 170 Freeway. When I met with Romarino it would always be in his office in West LA. He would greet me with a hearty handshake and a big smile and we’d walk into his office where the walls were completely covered with photographs of sailboats – there was probably close to 100 photos on the wall. If a visitor didn’t know what Romarino truly loved before walking in that office, they definitely did the moment they stepped in. He loved boating and had made it his life – it was his business and his passion. We would discuss his past projects and his plans for the future and inevitable, during each of our meetings, one of his kids would call. He would see the caller ID, hold up his finger and answer – a brief discussion would ensue and when he got off he would say whom it was, with a few words of explanation – the subtext being he would always answer that call. I remember thinking that if there was one thing about this guy that was more than evident, it was his obvious and unabashed love for his kids. “My dad loved the water,” said his daughter Sabrina. “He lived to sail, work on boats, and just be close to the water. He was an amazing father, grandfather, and friend. I will miss him forever and never forget how he changed my life.” Zeri grew up in the Marina and sailed the Santa Monica Bay his whole life – a life that last month ended far too soon. Intrepid Marine will continue with Zeri’s son managing operations. Pictured in above photo, Julie Cameron, Romarino Zeri and Sabrina Zeri. 22

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Craig Edelman has been a DiveMaster for over ten years. He is certified as an Advanced Open Water Diver and a Search and Rescue Master Diver. He has and continues to dive all over the Southern California area. What do you recommend when it comes to pickin’ up bugs? Edelman: Divers, both SCUBA and Free, should know their area prior to a midnight descent. If going by boat or skiff, a pre-plan helps to define if you are on the reef and not somewhere you don’t want to be - it is a deep ocean. What should someone bring along for an evening of lobstering? Edelman: You’ll need a good buddy, two flashlights - one big - one small, extra (Rechargeable) batteries, good gloves - unless you’re hardcore and go hand to spine without pain, shoreline access or a boat, fishing license with ocean stamp, a gauge for measuring the carapace which must be three &1/4” long, And a bug bag. Make sure the bag has a long enough tethered cord to keep the bugs away from your body while you continue grabbing more but not too long that it hangs in every hole you’re not. You should also have a tank night light zip tied to your tank neck. - the ones that break and light the little six-inch tube. Where should you look for them? Edelman: A reef with large boulders, kelp would be nice, with a sandy surrounding baseline is the best scenario. Lobsters hide in holes and crevices created by rocks and boulders and they love to cling to tops of caves. What’s your opinion regarding size? Remember the rule of thumb: If it looks small - it is. Therefore let it go. 2011 Objects underwater, when viewing with your mask on look 25% bigger and 25% closer. You cannot bring a lobster to the surface and then measure it. And, let the big ones go - the bull bugs, and when I say big I mean the ones that grab onto your arm and start dragging you back into their hole – let the daddies go because they help contribute to the millions of tiny lobsters every season which will grow big enough for you to take in about three to four years. What about the act of physically catching them, - any pearls of wisdom? Edelman: When attempting to grab them in their holes, be aware that they share their cave - not with Bin Laden, he’s been captured - but with the California morey eel. Lobsters come out at night to start foraging for food. They defend themselves with the use of their spiny protective shells and their lightning fast reflexes that enable them to swim away (backwards) until they find solace in another hole. Remember to dive safe - plan your dive and dive your plan. Watch your depth, do your deco stops and allow appropriate surface interval time prior to your next dive. Cold water, being tired at 2 A.M., and dehydration are all preventable. Have fun by practicing good judgment. Lobsters are scientifically named, Panilurus interuptus and I cannot think of a better way of interrupting a pan or a BBQ grill. I was told by an ancient fisherman, whom I met on Santa Barbara Island years ago, that to make them taste very sweet one had to drop them into a 5 gallon bucket and spin them around for a few revolutions prior to placing them intact and whole onto a piping hot BBQ Grill. The juices get spinning and they then taste their best. I still believe him.

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Quality Advice From A Two Year Old Black Lab Puppy
Dear Mookie, I just started a business and am having problems with my partner, who is disagreeing with my ideas of spending more money to get the things we need to run things efficiently. He feels we can make do with lesser equipment and upgrade when we have more savings. I say upgrade first and go with no safety net – thinking that the upgrades will pay for themselves via a better product. What’s your view?

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Sailboats

Morgan OI 41’ 1972
Sloop,centercockpit,aft-cabin,new Yanmar, 5 sails,ref ridge,watermaker,autopilot,radar,anchorwinch,Mexico ready $59,500. (661)548-6603 or [email protected]

Dinghy’s

8.5 KW Universal Diesel Generator
$1,500 310-823-4821 $500 310-822-861

14’ Edgewater
W/ 40 yamaha 4 stroke $8500 . 310-822-8618

Eu1000i Generator Gennaker

2010 Achillies 280 DX

Semi rigid with less than 20 hrs total, comes with a brand new Honda 20 Hp with electric start, electric tilt with one hour break-in only. Loaded with custom steering station, console, instruments, extras. Loaded!! This near new package can be seen at Randall Burg Yacht and Ship in Marina Dell rey, on display. Paid $16,000 and will sacrifice for $8900 FIRM. Great XMAS gift. Call : Nick (owner) 818 760-4850.

A twice used North .75 oz. Gennaker. Made for Catalina 36, will fit any Catalina 83’ up. New $2730, asking $1700. Phil 3106292450

Beneteau Oceanis 400
Timeshare/Partnership on Beneteau Oceanis 400. Tri-cabin model - two heads. Full electronics, refrigeration, inverter, dinghy and outboard, windless, roller furler, full canvas. Professional lessons available if needed. No equity buy in. 3 Days, $285.00 per month - no long term commitment. Call Captain Richard Schaefer 310-460-8946

Cushions

For 30 Catalina interior, complete set in very good condition. Asking $1700. 310-701-5960

Inflatable and Docksteps

Caribe RIB dinghy, older, has beach-wheels $400. Docksteps like new $125, also 45 lb plow $75 [email protected] [email protected].

12’ Zodiac 12’ porta boat $ 400
310-822-8618 w/25 Mercury $5500 - 310-822-8618.

Jeanneau 37’ 2002
Good looking, strong. Original owner. autopilot, dinghy w/motor, bimini. $79,900, 808-741-1908

LPG Cylinder

Columbia 36’ 1968

11’ foot Caribe
Uunstealable yellow, 20hp Honda dealer says $5800-I say $5100 Mike 310 963 6250

10 lb aluminum, 16 1/2 H 101/4 OD, slightly used $100. 626 975-1191.

Beautiful classic, 2 owners, resent haul out and complete overhaul, pristine condition. Serious inquiries only. Price $ 21,900. Call Peter at 310-864-4842

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For boats 25-27’ boat. $400. 310-701-5960 From 40 ft. Cal - $450 call 310-823-2040 Used sails in stock 310 827-8888

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Excellent condition. 12hp Yanmar diesel. Easy single-handing. Sleeps 4+. Detailed marine survey Nov 2009. Oxnard,CA 661-400-8623.

W/15 HP yamaha 4 stroke electric start $4500. 310-822-8618

Baltik inflatable2008
8.6 ft., air floor,seat, oars, pump,cover,bag. Also, 3.5 Yamaha, 2-stroke w/neutral. Both for $700. Call 661256-2804

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Mercury outboard 8hr, Many sails, needs some tlc $4500.00 obo - Pls call rick at 818-445-9882

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8’ U S Sabot
Mfg. Catalina Sailed ONLY six times Excellent condition. Carbon Mast. $ 777 (805) 798-0493 Text / Cell

Pocket cruiser “Ecume de mer” $3000. Bulb keel

14’ Classic wooden Enterprise
(Euro Lido) epoxy FRP hull; spruce mast. First time offering $ 10,000. (805) 798-0493 trialice@ earthlink.net

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Power Boats

42’ 1981 Californian Trawler
2 3208 Cat diesels w 1400 hrs, all fiberglass hull, 2 heads w showers, sleeps 8, one level walk around deck. Owner will carry or trade. Located in slip D-701 on Panay Way stern out endtie. $85,000 Call for Appt Al Lee 310-392-4193 or Gary at 310-293-9200

Used 4 strokes
2 honda short $750 2.5 yamaha short $750 4 suzuki short $800 8 mercury short $1500 8 mercury short $1400 9.9 mercury short electric start $1800 Used 2 strokes 15 yamaha short electric start $1400 30 evinrude long $1200 310-822-8618

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Body: Basic Keel Boat & EMT Cert. 20 Yrs Experience on Power Boats. Local, competent, handy, friendly. 310-663-2865 / [email protected] Aaron

34’ Bayliner 1989

Avanti Express Cruiser. Twin 454s gas. Radar, GPS, depth finder. 2 staterooms, bath w/shower. Great liveabard slip. $37,000. Tony 310-920-1478

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New boat covers, canvas repair, restore water repelency to marine canvas. Dan 310-382-6242

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Outstanding service. Interior/exterior, dockside/drydock. Cleaning, polishing, anti foul work. Meticulous, guaranteed. Estimates philip (310) 351 1502.

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