Hi to all, Got rid of my West Wight Potter "Feather." She was a P-15, sail number 2074 and in excellent condition. Like many others, I bought her before sailing one and boy I was disappointed. I kept her for about 6 months. I made lots of great modifications in the attempt to try to make her feel safe. In the end I even got into trouble with the Potter Forum because I used the word "Fragile" instead of "Tender." Oh well... The reason I'm looking at the M-15 is because she is also very portable -- just like the P-15. However, I've been assured the similarities end right there. With the P-15, I felt I had to stay very cautious (nerve racking) because here in our SF Bay the winds can kick up a bit and more than one P-15 has ended up with the wet side up. Not my idea of fun. So, I need some thoughts from those of you who have converted to the M-15, from other makes of simular craft. I've as yet to see the M-15, up close and personal and this time I feel a need to sail one prior to my order. If anyone can help with a test sail. I'd be happy to show gratitude. I'm quite willing to travel a couple (few) hours to sail on the M-15. I've included contact information. Bill Lamica 601 Beaumont Blvd Pacifica, CA 94044 (650) 738-1969 P.s. - A little history about me for those who care to read it. I'm just a working stiff. I curently am a Teamster and drive a Cement Mixer Truck. I've had a few of other jobs... building custom wood, McKenzie River Drift Boats with Don Hill in Eugene Oregon. Whiteware river guide General manager in the automotive repair industry and a certified Hypnotist... How about that for varied. I've found I get bored easily. I learned to sail a few years ago at "Tradewinds" in Pt. Richmond, CA. I've sailed Catalina 22, 25 and 27's and Ericson 27's and I've spent a fair amount of time on a Nor'Sea 27 which I recently sold for my sister in Port Angeles, WA. I have always felt an attachment with the water from the time I was young being brought up swimming in the Rogue River of Oregon.
Bill, welcome to a great group of boat owners. You'll like the detailing of the M-15, as I'm sure you know, she's a cousin of the Norsea 27. There was a M-15 posted for sale on this board yesterday, before it went to e bay. Hope this is interesting to you, regards, Thomas Howe. -----Original Message----- From: montgomery_boats-bounces+thomashowe=earthlink.net@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:montgomery_boats-bounces+thomashowe=earthlink.net@mailman.xmissi on.com]On Behalf Of BILLAMICASR@aol.com Sent: Tuesday, February 24, 2004 1:05 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Newbie and Boatless Hi to all, Got rid of my West Wight Potter "Feather." She was a P-15, sail number 2074 and in excellent condition. Like many others, I bought her before sailing one and boy I was disappointed. I kept her for about 6 months. I made lots of great modifications in the attempt to try to make her feel safe. In the end I even got into trouble with the Potter Forum because I used the word "Fragile" instead of "Tender." Oh well... The reason I'm looking at the M-15 is because she is also very portable -- just like the P-15. However, I've been assured the similarities end right there. With the P-15, I felt I had to stay very cautious (nerve racking) because here in our SF Bay the winds can kick up a bit and more than one P-15 has ended up with the wet side up. Not my idea of fun. So, I need some thoughts from those of you who have converted to the M-15, from other makes of simular craft. I've as yet to see the M-15, up close and personal and this time I feel a need to sail one prior to my order. If anyone can help with a test sail. I'd be happy to show gratitude. I'm quite willing to travel a couple (few) hours to sail on the M-15. I've included contact information. Bill Lamica 601 Beaumont Blvd Pacifica, CA 94044 (650) 738-1969 P.s. - A little history about me for those who care to read it. I'm just a working stiff. I curently am a Teamster and drive a Cement Mixer Truck. I've had a few of other jobs... building custom wood, McKenzie River Drift Boats with Don Hill in Eugene Oregon. Whiteware river guide General manager in the automotive repair industry and a certified Hypnotist... How about that for varied. I've found I get bored easily. I learned to sail a few years ago at "Tradewinds" in Pt. Richmond, CA. I've sailed Catalina 22, 25 and 27's and Ericson 27's and I've spent a fair amount of time on a Nor'Sea 27 which I recently sold for my sister in Port Angeles, WA. I have always felt an attachment with the water from the time I was young being brought up swimming in the Rogue River of Oregon. _______________________________________________ http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats
Bill: The best place to start looking for a boat is the classifieds on the MSOG site: http://msog.org/cfmods/M-boats4sail.cfm Most likely if you find a boat in your area, the owner will be willing to take you for a spin. But do be careful if you go this route. You will probably go home with a boat. Howard M17, #278 Audasea
Let's hear it for working-stiffs, Bill!!! Bill, Watch your blinking cursor closely, keep your eyes on your blinking cursor, and listen to me veeeeeery carefully . . . You want to buy a Mooooooontgoooooooomery, a Mooooooontgoooooooomery . . . When you awake to the sound of your inbox message-alert, you will check the Montgomery classifieds at www.msog.org . . . Riiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NOW! --Craig ----- Original Message ----- From: <BILLAMICASR@aol.com> To: <montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com> Sent: Tuesday, February 24, 2004 2:05 PM Subject: Newbie and Boatless Hi to all, Got rid of my West Wight Potter "Feather." She was a P-15, sail number 2074 and in excellent condition. Like many others, I bought her before sailing one and boy I was disappointed. I kept her for about 6 months. I made lots of great modifications in the attempt to try to make her feel safe. In the end I even got into trouble with the Potter Forum because I used the word "Fragile" instead of "Tender." Oh well... The reason I'm looking at the M-15 is because she is also very portable -- just like the P-15. However, I've been assured the similarities end right there. With the P-15, I felt I had to stay very cautious (nerve racking) because here in our SF Bay the winds can kick up a bit and more than one P-15 has ended up with the wet side up. Not my idea of fun. So, I need some thoughts from those of you who have converted to the M-15, from other makes of simular craft. I've as yet to see the M-15, up close and personal and this time I feel a need to sail one prior to my order. If anyone can help with a test sail. I'd be happy to show gratitude. I'm quite willing to travel a couple (few) hours to sail on the M-15. I've included contact information. Bill Lamica 601 Beaumont Blvd Pacifica, CA 94044 (650) 738-1969 P.s. - A little history about me for those who care to read it. I'm just a working stiff. I curently am a Teamster and drive a Cement Mixer Truck. I've had a few of other jobs... building custom wood, McKenzie River Drift Boats with Don Hill in Eugene Oregon. Whiteware river guide General manager in the automotive repair industry and a certified Hypnotist... How about that for varied. I've found I get bored easily. I learned to sail a few years ago at "Tradewinds" in Pt. Richmond, CA. I've sailed Catalina 22, 25 and 27's and Ericson 27's and I've spent a fair amount of time on a Nor'Sea 27 which I recently sold for my sister in Port Angeles, WA. I have always felt an attachment with the water from the time I was young being brought up swimming in the Rogue River of Oregon.
Ya know, Bill, I've been on the list for 6 years and never even heard of an M15 with the wet side up. While in the water, that is. Some of us have scooped a gallon or two over the rail in a moment of inattention, but never flipped, or even swamped. Bill Riker M15 #184 Storm Petrel -----Original Message----- From: montgomery_boats-bounces+wriker=mindspring.com@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:montgomery_boats-bounces+wriker=mindspring.com@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of BILLAMICASR@aol.com Sent: Tuesday, February 24, 2004 2:05 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Newbie and Boatless Hi to all, Got rid of my West Wight Potter "Feather." She was a P-15, sail number 2074 and in excellent condition. Like many others, I bought her before sailing one and boy I was disappointed. I kept her for about 6 months. I made lots of great modifications in the attempt to try to make her feel safe. In the end I even got into trouble with the Potter Forum because I used the word "Fragile" instead of "Tender." Oh well... The reason I'm looking at the M-15 is because she is also very portable -- just like the P-15. However, I've been assured the similarities end right there. With the P-15, I felt I had to stay very cautious (nerve racking) because here in our SF Bay the winds can kick up a bit and more than one P-15 has ended up with the wet side up. Not my idea of fun. So, I need some thoughts from those of you who have converted to the M-15, from other makes of simular craft. I've as yet to see the M-15, up close and personal and this time I feel a need to sail one prior to my order. If anyone can help with a test sail. I'd be happy to show gratitude. I'm quite willing to travel a couple (few) hours to sail on the M-15. I've included contact information. Bill Lamica 601 Beaumont Blvd Pacifica, CA 94044 (650) 738-1969 P.s. - A little history about me for those who care to read it. I'm just a working stiff. I curently am a Teamster and drive a Cement Mixer Truck. I've had a few of other jobs... building custom wood, McKenzie River Drift Boats with Don Hill in Eugene Oregon. Whiteware river guide General manager in the automotive repair industry and a certified Hypnotist... How about that for varied. I've found I get bored easily. I learned to sail a few years ago at "Tradewinds" in Pt. Richmond, CA. I've sailed Catalina 22, 25 and 27's and Ericson 27's and I've spent a fair amount of time on a Nor'Sea 27 which I recently sold for my sister in Port Angeles, WA. I have always felt an attachment with the water from the time I was young being brought up swimming in the Rogue River of Oregon. _______________________________________________ http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats
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Thomas Howe -
William B. Riker