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Fern Ridge report
by John Schinnerer 19 Sep '16

19 Sep '16

Hi all, Thanks for the info on Fern Ridge reservoir (near Eugene, OR) from all who responded, and in particular Larry who did meet up with us there with his sweet little M15. He was there Sunday but I got there later than planned and only got launched and to my slip. Tuesday we were out sailing in the afternoon in brisk winds on a warm sunny day. It is a great sailing lake - probably the longest reaches without constant trimming that I've had with my boat since getting it about a year ago! Wednesday was calmer winds - glassy for a while early afternoon - and I got to use the "cruising" jib for only the second time. Richardson county park marina & campground is a very nice facility - friendly staff & clean modern everything for the most part. Sleeping on one's boat in a slip is cheaper than a campsite by $10+ a night with access to all the same amenities (including hot showers). Will post a few pics shortly... cheers, John S. -- John Schinnerer - M.A., Whole Systems Design -------------------------------------------- - Eco-Living - Whole Systems Design Services People - Place - Learning - Integration john(a)eco-living.net - 510.982.1334 http://eco-living.net http://sociocracyconsulting.com

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Re: M_Boats: Sailing an M17 in the Florida pan handle gulf area
by thomaspbuzzi 19 Sep '16

19 Sep '16

Richard,Do stop in when you visit texas . I have my 17 in Rockport which is on the Dr coast with protected waters and 10 to 18 knot winds most of the time.Fair windsTom b Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device -------- Original message --------From: Richard Everett <1.064um(a)gmail.com> Date: 9/19/16 1:23 PM (GMT-06:00) To: montgomery_boats(a)mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Sailing an M17 in the Florida pan handle gulf area Hi this is Rick and Debora (M17 #635 Eidolon). It has been a long while since we posted on the list and we are no longer in the Pacific Northwest. We built a RV from scratch and are now full timing in it while pulling our M17. We have been on the road for four months and have sailed in Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Illinois and Tennessee. Eventually we want to sail in every state (maybe not Hawaii). Anyway, we are now considering heading from Tennessee down to the Florida pan handle in mid October and spend a month in that area before going further south in Florida for the winter. I am curious to know if any of you have sailed in that area (anywhere along the stretch from Pensacola to, say, Carrabelle). I would like to know how the sailing is in a M17 and also if you recommend any certain marina or preferably marina/rv park. I am looking now at Sunset Isle RV and Yacht club or Presnell's Marina/RV park. There may be other places that are better... Thanks for any tips!

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Sailing an M17 in the Florida pan handle gulf area
by Richard Everett 19 Sep '16

19 Sep '16

Hi this is Rick and Debora (M17 #635 Eidolon). It has been a long while since we posted on the list and we are no longer in the Pacific Northwest. We built a RV from scratch and are now full timing in it while pulling our M17. We have been on the road for four months and have sailed in Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Illinois and Tennessee. Eventually we want to sail in every state (maybe not Hawaii). Anyway, we are now considering heading from Tennessee down to the Florida pan handle in mid October and spend a month in that area before going further south in Florida for the winter. I am curious to know if any of you have sailed in that area (anywhere along the stretch from Pensacola to, say, Carrabelle). I would like to know how the sailing is in a M17 and also if you recommend any certain marina or preferably marina/rv park. I am looking now at Sunset Isle RV and Yacht club or Presnell's Marina/RV park. There may be other places that are better... Thanks for any tips!

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Re: M_Boats: Larry & M15 on Fern Ridge reservoir
by thomaspbuzzi 19 Sep '16

19 Sep '16

Nice pics, thanks Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device -------- Original message --------From: John Schinnerer <john(a)eco-living.net> Date: 9/19/16 2:11 PM (GMT-06:00) To: For and about Montgomery Sailboats <montgomery_boats(a)mailman.xmission.com> Subject: M_Boats: Larry & M15 on Fern Ridge reservoir Hi all, Here's a few shots of Larry at the helm of his M15 - he says he's a newbie sailor but here's proof he can go wing and wing! cheers, John S. -- John Schinnerer - M.A., Whole Systems Design -------------------------------------------- - Eco-Living - Whole Systems Design Services People - Place - Learning - Integration john(a)eco-living.net - 510.982.1334 http://eco-living.net http://sociocracyconsulting.com

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M17 for sale
by mmstein＠sbcglobal.net 13 Sep '16

13 Sep '16

M17, 1981, sail #330, good condition, fiberglass chalky, low hours 4hp long shaft Yamaha ,galvanized trailer. Asking $3800. Presently in storage in Carson City, NV. Contact mmstein(a)yahoo.com.

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Cleat
by Willy Gorrissen 08 Sep '16

08 Sep '16

Does anyone know where I can order a replacement horn cleat for my main sail down haul? I ordered the smallest cleat available from West Marine but the holes do not line up with the existing cleat. Thanks, Willy Gorrissen M-15

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Optimal heel angle...
by Jazzy 08 Sep '16

08 Sep '16

So I'm out right now reefed in some pretty good wind 10-15...and I'm recalling my snipe which was fastest when flat as a planing hull. What's a Monty like best?? Jazz

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bottom paint redux
by Daniel Rich 07 Sep '16

07 Sep '16

OK, assuming now I need bottom paint, and I don’t want to do it myself, where in the SF Bay Area would be a good place to do it? I live in Sonoma County, but I could drop the boat off somewhere to do it. Daniel Rich M15 #208 "Kestrel" danielgrich(a)gmail.com

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Fern Ridge Reservoir (Oregon) info for sailing later this month?
by John Schinnerer 07 Sep '16

07 Sep '16

Hi all, I think there are a couple or more Monty owners here who are familiar with Fern Ridge reservoir just west of Eugene, Oregon? I'm thinking of bringing my M17 "Pajarita" up there for a couple days' sailing later this month. Maybe as soon as before and/or after next weekend, as I need to be in the area on the 12th for sure, and possibly 11th. So if anyone can point me to where to contact for launch, marina, short-term slips/buoys, and best options for those if there are several, I'd much appreciate it! Also any info about how the sailing is this time of year, and, can one sleep on one's boat at anchor or mooring. Sailing with other Montys there would be icing on the cake if this works out for my schedule... :-) thanks, John S. -- John Schinnerer - M.A., Whole Systems Design -------------------------------------------- - Eco-Living - Whole Systems Design Services People - Place - Learning - Integration john(a)eco-living.net - 510.982.1334 http://eco-living.net http://sociocracyconsulting.com

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Need dockside virtual assistance -Mont 17 2005 Hydeway
by Gail Russell 06 Sep '16

06 Sep '16

We have the mast and boom up. Trying to get the Genoa and roller furler rigged right. Husband thought he had it figured out at home, but cannot do it a second time. Unfortunately, he left the manual to the roller furler home. He says there is something that holds the roller furler close to the deck at the bottom. Can anyone send a pdf of a manual. Or a phone number if you just happen to know what we are talking about and,are sitting around sipping mint julips. We can always unrighteousness and call it a learning experience. Cell service not great here, so not sure what I can download. Gail. At Bodega Bay launch ramo, and it is a beautiful day. Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE smartphone

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