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A New Season Dawns!
G oo d b y e t o t h e S h i p ’s S t o re A naly z ing a R e c e n t R a c i n g Tr a ge dy C l a s s ic Pla s t i c M uc h Mo re !

A Magazine For The Marina del Rey Boating Community

FROM THE EDITOR
The Mariner is
Editor/Publisher Pat Reynolds Columnist Mookie Contributors Dave Kirby Richard Schaefer Tim Tunks For advertising rates and Information contact 310-397-1887 email [email protected] Mailing address P.O. Box 9403 Marina del Rey, CA 90295 The Mariner appears on the last Friday of every month. This issue March 29 - April 26

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While I’ve been living and occasionally writing about the Marina del Rey redevelopment through the years, seeing the Ship’s Store hang a tacky vinyl banner reading “Store Closed” hit me in the guts. My understanding was that the iconic shop was going to have to relocate at some point when the time came to redevelop that “parcel” as they so coldly refer to these properties. There was speculation that the store would not find a new home but I dismissed it. The Ship’s Store embodies the personality of this community. Within its walls local boaters could find all they needed to make modifications and repairs but could also find humor, wisdom and a genuine honest spirit – a characteristic that seems to have evaporated into a more and more impersonal world. Maybe the coolest thing about the Ship’s Store was they didn’t seem to be motivated by sales. A customer was left alone after they walked through

the always-open doorway into the utilitarian set-up. For me, it was the dog dish of water that would be always full, out in front and a beat up old bulletin board that everyone checked out. The closing of the Ship’s Store doors is an amputation to this community. Whatever “mixed use” ends up being, it’s a shame that this neighborhood hub doesn’t remain in the plan. But business is business, and there is no room for this brand of sentimentality on parcel maps, LCP’s and RFP’s. I thank the folks over at the Ship’s Store for many years of advertising in The Mariner but more for providing this area with a unique sense of community through the personality of a very special store. You done good and ye shall be very missed. Thanks for picking it up!

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Coming Events Off the Wire farewell to an Old Friend The Ship’s Store Closes It’s Doors Opening Day 2013 Photos from This Year’s Opening Day Ceremonies Seamanship & Racing By Tim Tunks Local Currents Classic Plastic Powertails Boat Trim Racing Gizmo of the Month - Cool Tools Ask Mookie Classifieds 4 6 8 10 12 17 18 20 22 24 25
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Coming Events!
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time. PHRF, Cruising Class, One-Design & ORCA. More info at www.calyachtclub.com. GPS for Mariners Class Flotilla 12-42 of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will be offering a two-night GPS for Mariners course. Class will meet on two consecutive Tuesday evenings, from 6:30 p.m. -10:00 p.m. at California Yacht Club, 4469 Admiralty Way in Marina del Rey. This course is the result of an exciting synergy between the textbook’s publisher, the book’s author, and the Auxiliary. Course participants who have GPS handheld units may bring these to class for ‘hands-on’ training on their own equipment. Those not possessing handheld units or with permanently installed equipment, will benefit from learning about available GPS technology, interconnecting options and the practical application for recreational boating. Course fees are $45.00 per person or $55.00 per couple, if paid in advance. Both options include one textbook and one set of course materials. See website at www.uscga1242.org/classes.html to register. For more information please email [email protected] or call 424-248-7190. Homeport Regatta Seminar For over 40 years, Homeport Regatta has been turning boaters into racers on the waters of Marina del Rey by providing a no-cost introduction to this exciting sport. This event is tailored to novice skippers, so by race day you should have enough knowledge to go out and give it a try! This pre-race seminar is for anyone considering entering the Homeport Regatta (April 21st) for the first time. It will go over the rules you need to know as well as many other insightful tips for racing. 6:30 p.m. Pacific Mariners Yacht Club. To register email denl@ ca.rr.com. Mdr To Newport Harbor Race Join Del Rey Yacht Club and Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club and sign-up now for this new feeder race into the Lexus N2E. Enjoy a trophy party at BCYC and activities during the Lexus N2E race week in Newport. Online registration and add’l details available at www.dryc.org. Suddenly in Command Safe Boating Education Class 2013

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Flotilla 12-42 of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will be offering a one morning Suddenly in Command course on Sunday, April 21, 2013. Class will be from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 pm at California Yacht Club, 4469 Admiralty Way in Marina del Rey. The course is designed for those not generally at the helm but onboard often. It will help you be prepared in case the Captain suddenly becomes incapacitated or falls overboard. Give yourself and/or your partner the gift of knowing how to keep themselves (and you) safe, in the event of an emergency at sea. Course fees are $35.00 per person or $45.00 per couple, if paid in advance. Both options include one set of course materials. See website at www. uscga1242.org/classes.html to register. For more information please email classes@uscga1242. org or call 424-248-7190 CYC Yachting Luncheon: Recreational Boaters 2013-An Endangered Species? Join fellow boaters of all kinds - power, sail, kayaks, sculls, wave runners, stand up paddle boarders, outrigger canoes as well as Charter operators, Yacht Club and Association owners for a critically informative forum addressing major issues, local, State and national, impacting use and enjoyment of our watercraft. Leading the discussion will be Debra Talbot, Boating Section Head, Community & Marketing Services, L.A. Dept of Beaches and Harbors and Anne Sacks, California Yacht Club Staff Commodore and Director, Past President of Recreational Boaters of California (RBOC). A capacity audience is anticipated. Happy Hour at noon. Buffet Luncheon - 12:20 p.m. Presentation 12:40. $17.50 includes Luncheon, 9.00%tax, 18% service and parking. Open to all who enjoy yachting and adventure, as a public service of CYC. Reservations appreciated. California Yacht Club - 4469 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey – 310.823.4567 – www.calyachtclub.com Open House for the Youth Outrigger Canoe Program Young people ages 10-18 are invited to Mother’s Beach (Palawan & Admiralty) for an introduction to Hawaiian-style outrigger racing followed by a BBQ, noon to 2 p.m. The annual Summer Keiki Program offers kids a chance to learn about an ocean sport through history, culture, and teamwork. Sponsored by the Marina del Rey Outrigger Canoe Club. For more information, contact Margot Page, (310) 821-5169 or email [email protected]. How to Read a Nautical Chart Class Flotilla 12-42 of the United States Coast Guard 2013

Auxiliary will be offering a two-night How to Read a Nautical Chart course. Classes will meet on two consecutive Tuesday evenings, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., at California Yacht Club, 4469 Admiralty Way in Marina del Rey. This is a concise 3-hour boating seminar on unraveling the mystery of charts. This course will provide the navigator with the knowledge to interpret a chart’s contents to navigate safely to his or her destination and return to port. Course fees are $45.00 per person or $55.00 per couple, if paid in advance. Both options include one textbook and one set of course materials. See website at www.uscga1242.org/classes.html to register. For more information please email classes@ uscga1242.org or call 424-248-7190 Marina del Rey Outrigger Canoe Club Come try this exciting team water sport at Mothers’ Beach, Palawan Way (south of Admiralty), Marina del Rey. Women practice Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 8 a.m. Men practice Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. and Sundays at 7:30 a.m. Newcomers are welcome! For more information, contact Steve at (310) 997-2313 or Cal at (310) 902-8096; email [email protected], or visit www.marinaoutrigger.org. Santa Monica Windjammers Yacht Club Open House Activities We invite members, guests, and prospective members to join us for cocktails, food, live music, dancing, and fun on Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Friday evenings start with cocktails at 6:30 p.m. and dinner and music at 7:30 p.m. Reservations can be made by calling (310) 827-7692 or emailing reservations@ smwyc.org. Our Sunday afternoon BBQs are the perfect place after a Sunday sail or just to wind down from the weekend. Live jazz and blues bands start at 4pm. Our Club is located at 13589 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292. Please visit our website: www.smwyc. org for activity and membership details, racing and sailing events, menus, directions and more. 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. Follow the signs up the stairs or elevator to the Club House on G2. For more information contact [email protected] or call (310) 822-9082 or visit our Facebook page.

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Women’s Sailing Association of Santa Monica Bay Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the 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. 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. 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 necessary. Married people welcome! For more info call (310) 226-8000 or visit our website at www.marinasundaysailors.com 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 7 p.m. 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 rick. [email protected] or leave a message at (310) 990-5541 by the Wednesday prior to the Thursday meeting. To list a coming event, email [email protected]

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LOS ANGELES (March 2013) - The Santa Monica Bay Restoration Commission’s (SMBRC) Boater Education Program is proud to present a new pilot program Honey Pot Unlimited, in partnership with Royal Flush Pumping Service and Del Rey Yacht Club with funding provided by California Department of Boating and Waterways, Clean Vessel Education Program. The Del Rey Yacht Club was the winner among several applicants to bring the pilot program to their boaters. Honey Pot Unlimited is an extension of the Honey Pot Day program. Honey Pot Day began in 2009 as a means to offer individual boaters a onetime free mobile sewage pumpout as a convenient option to properly dispose of sewage. Throughout the successful four-year program, participation increased annually, over 700 boaters were educated about the adverse effects of discharging sewage, and over 14,000 gallons of sewage were properly disposed. This new pilot program, Honey Pot Unlimited, offers all the members of Del Rey Yacht Club unlimited free mobile sewage pumpouts for a trial period of three months from April through June 2013. The goal of this SMBRC program is to encourage boaters to properly dispose of their waste and encourage them to take over the expenses of this program at the end of the three month free trial period, making it a permanent service for the Yacht Club. Honey Pot Unlimited fosters relationships between the mobile pumpout companies and marinas and yacht clubs. The SMBRC Boater Program expects the program to demonstrate to marinas and yacht clubs the added benefits of providing this vital amenity to their boaters. For more information about this program contact Victoria Ippolito at [email protected].

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What the hell is a BBQ Race? It is a simple entry-level race held on five Sundays, about once a month, throughout the summer. The first race is on April 14. Santa Monica Windjammers Club has a barbecue at the clubhouse on Sundays, where you can purchase your dinner and cook it just the way you want it. There is live music for your entertainment, and they present the trophies for the racing as well. The races start off pretty simple, like to Santa Monica and back - they become more challenging as the season progresses. They don’t want anyone to become bored. There are two classes, A and B - B class is for new racers and slower boats. A class is for experienced racers and faster boats. SMWYC adjusts the handicaps on all the boats after each race, so as to give everyone a chance for a trophy. If you have been to Tiffany’s and priced Waterford Crystal decanters and solid sterling silver loving cups, it will be obvious that you’re not going to receive these things as trophies for a race with a $10 entry fee. However, you will receive a nice bottle of barbecue sauce as a reward for a winning performance in the race. And that’s why it’s called a barbecue race... The races start at 1430 hours or 2:30 p.m. if you prefer, just outside the detached breakwater. The finish is in the main channel in front of Santa Monica Photo courtesy of MAR Windjammers Yacht Club. But you must stop by the club and pick up sailing instructions between 1000 hours and 1300 hours on the day of the race you may enter there at that time. This is an easy low pressure event that we fondly refer to as “a daysail with a purpose”. Contact Barbecue Race Coordinator [email protected] or at (310) 435-4679.

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Farewell to an Old Friend
A community hub falls victim to the harbor’s redevelopment
The Ship’s Store on Panay Way in Marina del Rey has been part of the fabric of the boating community since the late 60’s. Locals were saddened to hear the recent news that the iconic chandlery will be closing its doors due to a redevelopment plan that seemingly did not include them. The Mariner reached out to a few of the many long-time customers and one former employee to express what the store has meant to them and this area. Captain Richard Schaefer – Long time boater and columnist for The Mariner. I first wandered into the Ship’s Store sometime in 1976 or 77. It had been in existence barely 10 years then, but already seemed archaic. Not something passed its prime, but rather, a thing of the past, born old, comfortable and familiar - intentionally out of step with the world -  a satisfied feeling of rebellious obsolescence in a culture already being seduced by the impersonal facade of big box retailing. Its cramped spaces and cluttered shelves mocked the merchandiser’s art, but nevertheless beckoned one to wander its aisles - aimlessly rummaging and ruminating - no smiling sales clerk feigning interest or offering programmed advice to intrude on the reverie. When you stepped around the sleeping dog and entered the shop, the employees were usually found, hole up, inside the small rectangle of display cases and sales counters. Most times there were no falsely cheery greetings nor a droned, “May I help you?” Instead, just the hint of a smile or the twinkle of the eye acknowledged your arrival. Most of their customers knew what they wanted and where it was - everything was no more than ten paces away from any spot in the store. If the 8 staff sensed you needed help, and didn’t have the sense to ask for it, they often simply beckoned you to speak with the shadow of a smile or a slight jerk of the head. The place had its own language and rules of deportment. You learned quick and got comfortable with the vibe or went somewhere with better lighting and clerks who wore smiles like they wear nametags. In this tiny “town square”, there was usually an interesting conversation to cock an ear toward. Boat folks exchanged ideas, regaled one another with colorful tales or dolefully retold a physically or financially painful boat related experience. The only things missing were a cracker barrel, a whittling bench and a potbelly stove. A fella could learn a lot by keeping his ears open and mouth shut. There was a tiny, backroom, workshop where they could splice line, swage rigging, cut and thread pipe, saw lumber, torch a frozen fitting, drill stainless steel, wrench a section of stubborn plumbing, or beat a piece of recalcitrant metal into submission on an anvil. A lot of small miracles were performed in that little-big-room. Where will sailors go for magic and miracles now? Well, the Ship’s Store, after more than 40 years of providing the material, as well as the spiritual, things of boating and the sea, is dying - one markdown at a time. Shelves, once overflowing with necessities and dreams, are becoming barren. Each “ka-ching” of the register, a clock ticking toward midnight. What price this “progress”? I fear this never ending pursuit of greater development and higher monetary returns will profit us little, and cost Marina del Rey another piece of its soul - one more fragment of its history - and we haven’t much left to spend. Gerry Purcell – Marina del Rey yacht broker from the 1970s. The closing of the Ship’s Store is to me and probably to many others, a shock. So many of us have counted on the store and the staff for whatever part or advice was needed. It feels like the death of a longtime best and reliable friend. The staff has always been the most knowledgeable and friendly group of people I have ever met and made me feel I could rely on them to take care of my request efficiently and accurately. I first met Bob , the owner and the staff in 1971, when I had a boat maintenance business and purchased supplies to run my business. At least a thousand times over the past 42 years I’ve been in the store and I would meet those familiar workers and boaters I knew making it feel like a friendly neighborhood of its own, where help and friendships were the experience. I will have wonderful memories of the store but feel saddened for the loss of real support, business-wise and on a personal level for all the friends and employees that I came to know and have respect and had gratitude towards. 2013

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After 45-years the Ship’s Store in Marina del Rey is closing its doors forever. Since 1967 the Ship’s Store has been meeting the needs of boat owners and craftsmen from all over Southern California with all the everyday tools and fittings, to the hard-to-find parts and supplies Stop in often for new markdowns and daily unadvertised specials. now is a great time to get all your boating needs and save lots of money in the process.

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I wish Bob and the current staff all the goodwill in the future as they have given to us. Farewell good friends and thank you for the over the top help and support you gave us all in such a friendly and professional way over the years. Stan Harris – Marina del Rey Rigger From its wood shingle hanging over and above its doors, to its nonchalant layout of shelving, to its steady and experienced crew - was a great asset to Marina del Rey. Michael and his crew could always be counted on to follow up and obtain special orders and to do it quickly. Captain Dave Kirby - Personal Boat Captain Being in the boating industry is great but challenging at times, so finding a chandlery that can find product for you where other larger retail stores fall short was awesome. It was a real parts store where you could special order hard to get gear. Not only did the crew go out of there way to help, but they had a work shop in the back that they would let you use. Looks like life takes another change and I truly thank the owner and crew and I will miss them. Captain Rich Smith, former employee of 2013

the Ship’s Store 1976, founder of Bluewater Sailing 1977, retired USCG Master, former Staff Commodore of Windjammers’ Yacht Club. Holiday Harbor’s Ship’s Store was the most active and warmest chandlery in the area. It was a real watering hole of sorts. The cast of characters working there and drifting in were almost up to a “Cannery Row” level - almost. It was an amazing place - one could wander the aisles and become enveloped as if in a library moving from one unique item to another. They were never out of whipping and always had the right sized fit. Everything in this chandlery had a use.... a purpose. No need for window dressing. A sailor or rigger works with his hands and this was a place that had to be touched to be understood. Pat Reynolds - Editor The Mariner There will surely be a hollow empty space left in the community where the humble but solid little Ship’s Store stood on Panay Way for so many years. For many local boaters, it’s passing represents the dawn of a new period, and one they are fearful will lack the charm and personality of places like the Ship’s Store

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Author’s note: I have no information about the March 8 accident beyond what we’ve all read in the papers, but it’s occurrence moves me to speak in hopes of gaining something positive from this tragedy. Seamanship is the combination of art, skill, and experience, which the accomplished sailor uses for safe and efficient operation of a vessel. When something goes seriously awry, superior seamanship can frequently be the factor that keeps an accident from turning into a tragedy. But how does a racing sailor build a reserve of seamanship so his account is sufficient for extreme situations? Racers have finely honed sailing skills and the successful ones have polished their skill sets to a finely honed edge. But there is a large segment of seamanship that racers don’t experience. My mentor Hank used to say, “Experience is what you get right after when you need it” - a lesson learned but a price paid. However, vicarious experience can offer similar value without the physical involvement and most importantly, it can be acquired in quantity and banked for future need. I was a very active ham radio operator during my decade sailing about Mexico, and emergency communications are a most important part of that activity. Scallywag’s backstay antenna emerged through a gap in the solar panels providing a most effective ground plane, giving me a big signal frequently heard when others were too weak. This put me in the center of many emergency communications. Mentioned in a past column was the usefulness of visualization in radio communication. The ability to visualize and put oneself into the whole situation renders a global view of the various factors involved. Experiences visualized during 12 radio communications gave me a substantial vicarious experience account that I try to exercise whenever possible. Last month there was a tragic loss of life when one sailor from the experienced crew of six aboard Uncontrollable Urge perished during The Islands Race. The boat went aground because a rudder failure rendered the boat uncontrollable in large seas near San Clemente Island. According to Latitude 38, the crew launched their life raft after anchoring attempts failed to keep the boat off the rocky lee shore. Thirty-three year old crewman Craig Thomas Williams did not survive. Our hearts go out to his family and friends. Can we honor that loss by vicariously experiencing aspects of this tragedy to build our own seamanship skills? Let’s try. Experienced sailors know a myriad of ways to deal with a rudder failure and Uncontrollable Urge’s crew were all experienced sailors. This crew had plenty of confidence that they could

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deal with the emergency they encountered, When they found themselves in trouble they informed the Coast Guard and others monitoring the situation that they would arrange for a private service to dispatch a rescue tow boat. As considerate racers, they didn’t want to disturb the race for others. As it turns out, the towboat was never launched because of the difficult conditions. How could things have been different? Raceboats have broken rudders many times with mostly less tragic results because a full crew of accomplished sailors finds a way to stabilize the situation. The skipper and crew of their previous Uncontrollable Urge had managed an earlier rudder failure on that boat, which likely gave them increased confidence that they could successfully manage this situation. Many sailboats can be steered effectively using sails and jury-rigged rudders or towing a warp that can be moved athwartship to drag the stern in one direction or the other. This common knowledge could lead to seamanship failure because it doesn’t recognize how differently a modern lightweight racer with a narrow blade bulb ballasted keel provides minimal directional stability. Previous successes give us confidence when facing present challenges; but that confidence can be dangerous if not tempered with knowledge of less success others have had in similar situations. I vicariously experienced Nick Barran’s emergency as he told his story of a lost rudder on a similarly keeled 40-footer a few days out of Hawaii. Nick’s sophisticated analysis of the problem focuses on the difficulty of keeping the sail’s center of effort over the boat’s greatly reduced center of lateral resistance. Without the straight tracking force of the rudder at the transom, that reduced center of lateral resistance moves forward in the boat, compounding
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Classic Plastic
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By Captain Richard Schaefer

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ith the closing of the iconic Ship’s Store, it seems fitting to drift back in time to Marina del Rey’s boating heyday 1970 through 1985.

It is difficult to believe now, but back in the day, there were more than a dozen boat builders, right here, in SoCal, and many of them produced some wonderful boats. Most of these boats are still sailing our local waters and all can be purchased for a small fraction of what they cost 30 years ago. Some of these vessels are great values and can still provide decades more fun in the sun. Let’s take a look at some of these local builders from the past and take note of their best designs. Catalina Yachts, in Woodland Hills, certainly produced more boats than any other builder in America. Beginning in 1971, Frank Butler designed and built an extensive line of midrange sailboats. The Woodland Hills factory stayed in operation until the L.A. County AQMD inspections and regulations became onerous and Butler moved his operation to Florida taking hundreds of jobs with him. Catalina Yachts remains the largest builder of sailboats in America producing several models from 14 to 47 feet. At 85 years of age, Butler remains involved in Catalina Yachts day to day operations. Notable among their early models were the Catalina 22, 27, 30 and 38. The unique Catalina 38 - designed by Sparkman and Stevens - was the only Catalina model not designed in house, by either Jerry Douglas or Frank Butler. All these models are exceptional values in the used boat 2013

A “Classic Plastic” Schock 35 races on a cold 2005 Midwinter Regatta. Photo Pat Reynolds

market. However, some early models suffered from undersized hardware, poor quality interior materials and veneers. W.D. Schock Boats, in Corona, began building boats in 1946 and continues to this day. Their popular designs in the 70’s and 80’s were the Santana 22, 27, 30 and the queen of the line was the classic, Santana 39, designed by Gary Mull and Shad Turner. Their racing line was highlighted by the Santana 35, Schock/Santana 30-30 and New York 36. Today, they remain a builder of quality boats in both the Schock and Harbor lines. Ericson Yachts, in Santa Ana, built an extensive line of upper mid-range sailboats from 1964 until 1990. Their distinctive African Mahogony wood work set them apart from other local boat builders. Bruce King was their primary designer and their production line turned out boats from

23 to 46 feet. The company’s material assets and molds were purchased by Pacific Seacraft in 1990 and several models were produced by that company until 1999. Their most successful models were the 27, 32, 35 (with its unique transom) and the 38. There are hundreds of Ericsons still in service today and they remain an exceptional value on the used boat market. Cal/Ranger Yachts (Jensen Marine) in Costa Mesa produced sailboats from 1960 until 1986. Bill Lapworth, Gary Mull and C. Raymond Hunt were the primary designers. The boats were a cut above average and are generally well regarded by brokers and owners alike. Dozens of Cal 20s and 25s still class race in Southern California today. The most popular Cal models were the; 20, 25, 2-27, 31, 34, 39 and 40.
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P o we r t ails

On the Level
he safe and efficient operation of a boat requires that the boat be in balance or “Trim.” Trim means that as the boat sits in the water, it is level from bow to stern and side to side. The boat will not operate efficiently and may be unsafe if the bow or stern is too low, or if the boat leans or lists to one side. A boat sitting in the water with its load of fuel, water and installed equipment is designed to be in trim. As people, supplies and gear are loaded the boat may become unlevel, or “out of trim.” Before departing, all the gear and supplies must be evenly distributed and properly stowed to ensure the boat regains trim. Passengers and crew may need to be moved around to a comfortable and safe place to balance the boat to ensure trim and stability. Passengers should not be seated in dangerous places such as bow or gunwale riding to achieve trim; other weight should be moved instead. This process needs to be monitored during the trip and adjusted as necessary to ensure trim and stability are maintained. As fuel is burned and food and beverages are consumed, the load will lighten. Passengers will move around, so trimming the boat is an ongoing situation, and must be maintained. Further trimming of the boat may also require raising and lowering the outboard engine or outdrive on an inboard outboard engine. Trim is the angle of the motor in relation to the hull. The ideal trim angle is the one in which the boat rides level, with most of the hull on the surface instead of plowing through the water. The optimal trim setting will vary depending on many factors including speed, hull design, weight and balance, and conditions on the water (wind and waves). Most boats have a tilt/trim switch used to raise and lower the engine or outdrive. The tilt function is a small electric or hydraulic motor which raises the engine up out of the water, or lowers the engine into the water. This enables the engine to be moved up or down for servicing or taking the boat out of the water. It has nothing to do with trimming the boat. Once the engine is lowered into the water with the tilt trim switch it should be actuated until the lower unit is all 18

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only way to do this as they do not have lower units that can be raised and lowered. Trim tabs provide lift in order to compensate for changes in speed, weight distribution, and water conditions. The tabs are adjusted up and down by an electric or hydraulic power unit which is controlled from switches at the boats helm console. the way down into the lowered position. The sound of the electric motor will change in pitch when it is all the way down. While the boat is being operated in slow speed, displacement mode the trim should be all the way down or trimmed “in.” You may want to consider raising the engine or trimming “out” if the water is very shallow, but be sure to lower the unit, or trim in before increasing throttle. When you are in open water it is safe to increase speed and to go on plane. Keeping your engine trimmed in will bring the boat onto plane quicker, especially with a heavy load. Keeping trimmed in will also give a softer ride in choppy waters because the bow is down and the V-hull will cut the chop more efficiently. Once you are on plane at your desired speed and the water is calm, you may raise or trim out the engine using the tilt trim switch. The bow will rise and the RPM’s will increase until the boat finds its most efficient trim angle. Trimming out too much will cause the bow to rise excessively, and may cause the boat to bounce or “porpoise.” Further trimming out will cause the RPM’s to drop and the propeller may begin to cavitate. The boat will lose speed, plow and go off plane. If this happens trim back in until the boats rides smoothly and efficiently. To review, when on plane, adjusting the propeller closer to the transom, trimming in, raises the transom and pushes the bow down. Trimming out, adjusting the propeller away from the transom lowers the stern and raises the bow. Trim Tabs Trim tabs are stainless steel flaps or planes that are mounted on the transom. In addition to the engine or lower unit trim tilt function for trimming the boat, trim tabs are another method of fine tuning the trim and ride of a boat. On larger inboard powered boats trim tabs are the In the up or retracted position, the tabs are in line with the bottom of the hull and have little or no effect. When the tabs are lowered or extended, the water pressure on the tabs surface creates upward pressure. This raises the stern and lowers the bow resulting in better speed with lower RPM and decreased fuel consumption. Trim tabs may also trim out the boat both fore and aft and side to side. The tabs may be used to correct a small list on either side. If the port side is higher because of a heavier load on the starboard side, the port side may be lowered by lowering the starboard trim tab. This is a nice feature to help trim the boat side to side, but the prudent skipper should redistribute weight within the boat to keep the boat balanced and in trim. In very choppy water or running into a head sea, trimming the bow down can make for a more comfortable ride. Trim tabs and engine trim/tilt are great tools in helping to keep your boat balanced, efficient and most of all, safe. Thorough training and practice is needed to learn the operation and effects these systems have on that particular boat. Remember, boat loading, weight and sea conditions will have an ever changing effect on how boats handle, and how they need to be trimmed. It is important to understand these tools, and use them to your advantage. Captain Jeff Gunn retired from the U.S. Coast Guard after 31 years of service, 15 of them in southern California waters. He retired in 2002 and has skippered many recreational and commercial vessels since. He teaches part time at the Maritime Institute in San Diego and is a member of the training and education committee of the National Safe Boating Council. Captain Jeff is available for hands on training/ mentoring on your yacht, or as a professional, discreet captain. Contact him at 818-571-1490, or [email protected].

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if properly buried in accommodating bottom conditions with a chafe protected bridle secured to substantial bow cleats. The rocky bottom of the San Clemente shoreline is not such an accommodating bottom. Few race boats are properly set up with bridles and fairleads to sturdy cleats to prevent chafe from quickly parting a slender rode lead from a bouncing bow, let alone robust anchors and ample chain for security in big waves. [Lack of elasticity in modern cordage makes for lousy anchor rode, so spare spin sheets or halyards are a poor substitute for enough rode to provide sufficient scope.] Racers seldom if ever find need to anchor in situations that cruisers frequently experience, so how are these racers to know their backup plan was so frail? Should more race crews take the boat out for a bit of cruising to see how their anchoring gear and skills measure up, or attend cruiser’s seamanship seminars? Finding your way to dry land through breaking surf on a rocky shore is a dicey thing even if you are an accomplished free diver with swim fins, mask, snorkel, and some protection from your gloves and wetsuit - I’ve been there. Getting safely to shore bobbing in large confused surf without control in a PFD is orders of magnitude more dicey. My actual experience could be your vicarious experience. Those on Uncontrollable Urge may have had the same knowledge, but I wish someone in their communication net had emphasized that specific danger when the boat first reported it was disabled. Could additional weight of that hazard have tipped the scales toward seeking immediate emergency rescue in spite of the possibility of losing the boat? Had their experiences been different this race crew might have made different decisions leading to a better outcome. We cannot know. But their experiences taught them to believe they could save themselves and their new race boat - so they passed on what turned out to be their last chance for a safe rescue from nearby competitors. Just as there are trade-offs in deciding how heavy to build the rudder system or how heavy the ground tackle should be, there are tradeoffs is which experiences a racer seeks out. It takes a lot of time, money and effort to develop your licks as a racer, and the same goes for

difficulties of maintaining balance and steerage speed needed for effective function of jury rigged devices. Nick said they could get the boat moving with careful trimming of sails and heel angle, but as soon as a wave rolled the boat one way or another, the sail’s center of effort would move to one side or the other - spinning the boat end for end around the pivot point of the narrow keel’s center of lateral resistance. As soon as details of the Urge’s tragedy were released, the image of Nick’s boat spinning out came to mind. Remembering large confused seas I’ve experienced near islands helped me realize how much more difficult it must have been for this crew than Nick’s in his more regular offshore seas. All race boats are required to carry anchoring gear appropriate to their size (racing dinghies excepted), but no serious competitor carries more weight than they absolutely have to. This means the absolute minimum anchor is the standard. My guess is that Uncontrollable Urge had a lightweight burying type anchor with light rode and some chain, which could hold the boat

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In the 80’s Cal introduced a nice “cruisey”, well appointed, 28 and 33-footer - sadly, only a few were built. The more racing oriented, Ranger line’s, most successful models were; the 29, 33 and 37. Both boat lines were considered solid and well designed. I once owned a Ranger 30 for several years and I have wonderful memories of sailing that rare boat. Islander Yachts, Costa Mesa, 1964 - 1984. Islander produced a line of upper middle class sailboats, ranging in size from 23-41 feet. The Freeport line were spacious, center cockpit cruising boats. The quality of the Islanders was generally superior to many production boats of the period and they remain an excellent value in today’s market. I note that Zac Sunderland, the 16-year-old who sailed around the world, did so on an Alan Gurney designed, Islander 36. Robert Perry and Bob Finch ran with the same general design/look for the 26, 28, 30, 32, and 34. Islanders enjoy a large following and a good reputation. Columbia Sailboats, Costa Mesa, 1967 1975. Columbia’s founder, Richard Valdes had a hand in several different boat building companies most notably Lancer and Endeavor Yachts. Most Columbia’s were rather stout, heavy vessels - not known for their agility or speed. However, they are generally strong and roomy. They produced boats from 22 - 50 feet. The most popular models were the 22, 26, and 34. In the mid 70s Columbia was sold to a Canadian corporation and it became Hughes Columbia and their boats are considered to be of slightly higher quality than the original California Columbia’s. I note Columbia is back in business today, in Costa Mesa, building performance sailboats. Lancer/Endeavour Yachts, Irvine, 1974 1986. Richard Valdes, founder of Columbia began building Lancers in the mid 70s. Most Lancers were poorly designed and seemed to sail faster sideways than forward. The one notable exception was the Lancer 36, designed by Bill Lee. William F. Buckley owned a Lancer 36, Patito - he cruised and raced it extensively on the East Coast. The boat has a unique interior layout, is fairly well built and her lines are pleasing to the eye (especially when compared to other Lancers). The massive Lancer motor 22

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Tools in the Bag B C

Here are three little known tools that are most useful aboard a boat. “A” is a German pair of ‘force multiplying parallel jaw” pliers made by Kinpex, most interesting because there are three moving parts - the two handles and the jaw part that remains parallel to the fixed jaw as it slides like the adjustable part of a ‘crescent’ type wrench. The mechanics of this tool provide excellent gripping force with minimal chance of marring the flat sided object gripped. The moving jaw is actuated by the protrusion from the pivoting handle part with considerable mechanical advantage. You can calculate the advantage by measuring the lever arm ratio - the distance from the fulcrum (the pivot pin in this case) to the point where force is applied - in this tool it is better than 10:1. A regular pair of pliers has a grip ratio less than half of that. “B” is a “long reach compound needle nose plier” made by Crescent Tools in the USA. This tool solves the problem of applying a firm grip in a limited access situation. A grip ratio of 3:1 obtained 5” away from a 1 1/2” diameter hole means you can get at hard to reach objects with far more gripping strength than tweezer type tools - the other long reach grippers. If you study the drawing a bit, you will see four moving parts, which makes this tool like a needle nose plier that has another plier attached where the handles would be. (Do you suppose that to be the path the inventor took devising this tool?) “C” looks like a normal “channel lock” plier, yet it has two distinct differences. The first feature you notice is that the fulcrum pivot point adjustment of this tool has twelve notches compared to the 5 - 8 positions in channel types. More fulcrum positions translate into more options to adjust the handles to the best distance for your hand to apply a powerful grip - a similar wide range of adjustment is provided in the Kinpex design. The second feature is the design of the gripping jaws that provide excellent gripping of different shapes and sizes of objects from large hex nuts to small round pins and most everything in between. This tool is also made of a much harder steel than normally found, which provides sharper jaw teeth at the price of some increased brittleness. Although your tool box increases in size and weight as you add specialty tools, I’ve found these three worth more than their cost of passage.

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Captain Larry Beane
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Dear Mookie, I’ve recently started dating a new guy. The other day I had to stop at an ATM to get some money when we were together and he stood next to me at the machine, which I guess was okay, but then I could swear he was watching extra closely as I typed my pin number. Do I sound paranoid? Do you think I should worry? Signed, Suspiciously in Love

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Dear Suspicious, This one’s a little above my pay grade considering the only thing remotely resembling currency in my world is my ability to cover someone else’s urine with my own or wearing the smell of having just rolled around on a dead animal, which is well respected in the dog community. You see we don’t have “pin numbers”. ..that said, I say cast him off and get a dog. We’re good company and don’t care about your bank statement.

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Under 25 Words Must be emailed to [email protected] Two issue run (non-commercial)

Sailboats

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

Outboards/Engines
Mercury 15HP
15 HP Mercury 2-stroke Outboard -1988 Model, short shaft-Good condition, have video of it running. Nick at (951) 640-8908 $750

Lancer. Very good condition. Call: 213 706 8364

New Genoa

135 sail for Catalina 25 standard rig. $500.Call 831821-0646, ask for Buz

Sails

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

4 stroke outboards
2 Honda $700 2 Honda , dealer demo, 5 year warranty $849 3.5 Tohatsu $750 4 Yamaha ,long shaft $800 6 Tohatsu extra long shaft ,sail power charging system, 3 year warranty $1400 8 Honda ,long shaft $1200 8 Honda ,extra long shaft, power thrust ,electric start $1500 9.9 Yamaha, high thrust, extra long shaft , power tilt, electric start $2200 8 Johnson $1200 9.9 Mercury electric start $1400 15 Suzuki $1400 30 Honda $2500 50 Yamaha $3500 225 Honda $8000 310-822-8618

Spinnaker,2 drifters and a genoa for sale from a 28’

Ross Kelly dinghy davit system
$1000 - 310-822-8618

Lancer. Very good condition. Call 213 706 8364

Anchor

Fortress FX-23 Anchor $150 - 310-391-6174

Donate Boats
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Cash For Your Boat !
Power or sail, Yachts to dinghys 310-849-2930 LA Area Council Boy Scouts of America need your boat or boat gear as donation to support essential and formative youth programs, please call 310-823-2040 or E-mail [email protected]

Catalina 30 1979
Racing & Catalina ready. Dodger, kevlar 
155 racing jib plus 3 jibs & roller 
furling, loaded, restored, sharp. $13,000, obo. 310-666-5577

Open 6.50

All Carbon, insanely fast, race ready. 310-500-6216

Donate your boat

Ericson 27’ 1974

To SOS, a non profit organization helping and thanking our past and present Veterans. Www.supportingourservicemen.org. 888-658-8884

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

14’ Classic Enterprise sloop “Ku’ u ipo”

Donate Your Boat Donate Your Boat

(Euro Lido) Beautiful mahogany FRP epoxy. Spruce spars. $10 K all inclusive w/trailer. Fractional ownership available. [email protected] 805 798-0493

2 stroke outboards
150 Mercury $4500 200 Mercury $3500 310-822-8618

Receive a substantial tax deduction. Support youth boating programs. S.O.S. Please call 888-650-1212 Bringing the classroom to the ocean.Turn your donation into tomorrow’s scientists and doctors. 310908-9198. www.city2sea.org

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. $69,000 Call for Appt - Al Lee 310-392-4193 or Gary at 310-293-9200.

Honda Outboards
Buy-Sell-Repair-Install-Total Overhaul See page 27. Don at (818) 427-2144

Crew

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

Other Stuff
Scott 310-345-8693

Monitor Windvane Steering Rig
Used but ready to go again. $2500.00

Services

30’ Grady-White Marlin, 1996.

Twin VX250 Yamahas. Just completed 50K renovation. “Everything New”: motors, gelcoat, interior, electronics, more. $59,995. (661) 257-9275.

Propellers

Canvas Boat Covers and Repairs
New boat covers, canvas repair, restore water repelency to marine canvas. Dan 310-382-6242

2 Very Good Condition 3-Blade Bronze Boat Propellers- $600. One Rotating/ One Fixed Both in very good condition (Ericson 30) Call 310-699-0394

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11’ Apex W/ 15 Yamaha , electric start $4000 10’ Mercury, hypalon ,air floor $1200 10’ Achilles, air floor $1400 13’ Caribe deluxe RIB $4500 11’ foot Caribe 310-822-8618.

ICOM ic-735 hf transceiver $400 ICOM ps-55 power supply $90 ICOM ah-2a antenna tuner $190 Chris 310-391-6174

Courteous, Safe and Fun! Contact Jeffry Matzdorff 323.855.0191 [email protected]. Jeffry Matzdorff. 323.855.0191

Trailers

Captain Available
Available for boat purchase sea trials and consultations, local deliveries, sailing instruction and charters. 30 years local experience. 310-460-8946 or [email protected]

0’-13’ Boats $400-$1200 14’-16’ Boats $600-$1200 17’-21’ Boats $750-$1200 24’-29’ Boats $3000 310-822-8618

7’ Fatty Knees Sailing Dinghy
W/sail, oars, equipt -good shape 400.00 310-3221062 [email protected]

Captain Larry Beane at your service!
Charters, deliveries, private skipper, lessons, sail or power. Professional, experienced, friendly, and FUN! www.CaptLarry.com 424-217-9295

Unstealable Yellow
Mike 310 963 6250

20hp Honda -dealer says $5800-I say $5,100

Mainsail Mainsail Sails

For boats 25-27’ boat. $400. 310-701-5960 From 40 ft. Cal - $450 call 310-823-2040 Spinnaker,2 drifters and a genoa for sale from a 28’

10’ Livingston Hard Dingy
Solid little boat, good condition, 8 H.P. Evinrude 2-stroke. In the water. $700.00 310-460-8946

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Captain Joel Eve
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Slips
30 ft end tie at Boatyard, Basin H. Sublease, $19/ft.

Call Ray 310 822-3058

Wanted

Experienced Sailor
Small non-profit Sailing club in Marina Del Rey seeks experienced sailor $850/year includes, slip, maintenance ,insurance on our Catalina 27 sloop. 818-343-2271.

Information on Americas Cup replica nine-foot sailboat.
Any and all will be appreciated. Please send to [email protected]

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Exchange Service for Bunk
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Share use of Perry 47ft cruising sailboat or 40ft Santa Barbara Trawler $250/ month, depending on use. www.rockabyeyachtcharters.com call 310-993-5419

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