Hurricane discussion; Red flags are flying!

starcrest · February 24, 2006, 04:17:51 AM

once again hurricane season draws near.it doesnt mean a thing to those of you on the western seaboard, but my memories conjure up visions of my boat floating amongst the debris of the marina that has yet to be rebuilt from 2004.2005 destroyed what was left of it.I am still in the healing process of thyroid cancer and have not been able to do much to the boat but it is infact in a much safer place.....well inland in a very small parcel of water(no fetch) surrounded by buildings on 3 sides(protected from wind) absolutely no new damage from 2005,but who is doing what to prepair for this year's storms......now I want to hear from everyone on the east and gulf coasts.....this is NOT to be taken lightely....everyone answer at the same time-----

s/v Faith · February 24, 2006, 08:58:20 AM

I am changing my hurricane plan.

Last year I remained in the slip for 'Slow moving Ophelia' as my insurance coverage has me listed as staying there (or moving the boat on the hard, which is impractical).

I now will anchor in a somewhat protected hurricane hole.

The change has come from study of successful boats riding out storms, and I think 'Faith' will fare much better if allowed to fight the storm on her own, without having to fend off other boats and hard edges of docks.

I have 300' of 5/8 three strand, which will connect to the bow via a bridle.

My 'storm anchor' is a #17 danforth, with 10' of chain shackled to the eye of a #25 CQR on 50' of chain.

Looking at some fancy 'new generation' anchors. OBTW, if you want a good discussion on the ROCNA, the Madison Supreme, and the SARACA with the designers and sales reps debating them take a look at The discussion on 'New generation' anchors on the Pearson Ariel page.

Pixie Dust · February 25, 2006, 10:13:15 PM

Faith, I just attended some seminars at the Miami Boat show. Regarding anchors... Pam Walls has done extensive cruising. She said she dragged all over anchorages for years while using her CQR. Stated it is no longer even carried on their boat. Speaks very highly of the Delta .... weighted end on pointed nose. States it digs right in, no spongy line feeling, very little backdown needed to set. She swears by it. She has spent lots of time in the Bahamas too and that is what she uses there. Stated if she had to pick 1 anchor, the Delta would be it. She also has a High Tensile Fortress on board too as well as some others depending on need.

I agree with getting off the dock. Seen too many boats really damaged from being on a dock. I anchor mine off the dock now. I feel like she has a better chance. Try to be on the windward side of the other boats; of course when the wind changes.... :o I am not looking forward to the "season" ::)

starcrest · March 15, 2006, 05:20:00 PM

looks like I will be watchin the storm festivities from the las vegas strip-----watch for my new website DROVEFARDAT(DOT)CAR hmmmmmmm----lessseeeee---got my gps---got my altimeter(fer goin over the rockies) got cruise control----but no self steering.atleast I can stop off----for a 'burger-n-fries

s/v Faith · March 15, 2006, 11:00:47 PM

Just know eric....

That wind vane does not work too well on the interstate.... :)

hearsejr · March 15, 2006, 11:23:35 PM

naaa naaa naaa my boat is on a trailer and I can get it to the mountains right before the storm gets here...lolololol

starcrest · March 26, 2006, 11:12:46 PM

wind vane was and still is in the trunk of the car...the gps was gr8 fun the whole time.

Captain Smollett · August 28, 2006, 04:05:00 PM

Are you battened down for Ernesto?

Five Day Cone from NHC as of today

Adam · August 28, 2006, 04:24:42 PM

Well I did my little Voodoo/Conch dance (grew up in the Keys and the Louisiana bayous), and sent Ernesto on easterly for you fine folks to enjoy...

But it is a little soon to make boating plans for Wednesday ::)

Captain Smollett · August 28, 2006, 04:30:47 PM

Quote from: Adam on August 28, 2006, 04:24:42 PM
But it is a little soon to make boating plans for Wednesday ::)

Aren't you supposed to be making a trip this week? A-hem.

I'd think you would have tried to send that storm back out to sea or something with your VooDoo. ;D

Adam · August 28, 2006, 04:36:55 PM

Friday, I go up to bring my boat home :)

And I don't try use the BIG voodoo, just nudge things here and there!

AdriftAtSea · August 28, 2006, 08:25:34 PM

I'm not too worried about it...I have my personal weather goddess looking out for her namesake. My boat is named for a weather goddess. :D

Pixie Dust · August 28, 2006, 09:36:05 PM

Watching it close. I am canceling a business trip to Jacksonville for Wed. Would prefer to not drive 3 hrs each way in heavy rains. Keeping my fingers crossed that all my Atlantic buds are safe at harbor.
Adam, good luck. You might have plenty of wind. ::)

s/v Faith · August 29, 2006, 08:49:15 AM

Kurt,

Looks like it is headed your way now.... at least you will not have to take your sails down.

CapnK · August 29, 2006, 12:24:38 PM

Who *is* this "Ernesto" fella y'all are talking about???

??? ??? ???

Got my FEMA forms all filled out, so that after the storm I can be first in line. Look for me on CNN... ;) :D

Seriously, though - Guess this means I have to take down my laddermast... ::) Haven't yet decided - haven't needed to - whether or when to head upriver and find a comfy lil spot to hunker down in. Will be doing some prep for that later today, though, CYA and all that. If'n it looks bad enough, will take supplies and provisions for a few days. Probably put the CrewDogs up at my sisters house. I guess it'll depend on how well the storm holds together across Florida before reemerging out onto the Gulf Stream.

Maybe I should do a "Cap'n Dan" from Forrest Gump, go to sea while lashed to the mast, and get in some experience that might come in handy down around Cape Horn some day... ;D ;D ;D

Good luck to all in/around the path!

How about a "hurricane party" in the chat tonight? :)

s/v Faith · August 29, 2006, 02:41:21 PM

Hey brother,

Quotego to sea while lashed to the mast,

Hate to tell you this, but ya gotta have one to do that......

... I am thinking you are outta luck right now on that 1965 Pearson Ariel P o w e r boat.... :D

CapnK · August 29, 2006, 02:47:42 PM

Quote from: s/v Faith on August 29, 2006, 02:41:21 PM
Hey brother,

Quotego to sea while lashed to the mast,

Hate to tell you this, but ya gotta have one to do that......

... I am thinking you are outta luck right now on that 1965 Pearson Ariel P o w e r boat.... :D

Ahh, yer jus' jealous of Katie's open bulkhead!!! :P

;D

(I do have a laddermast... 8))

s/v Faith · August 29, 2006, 03:02:06 PM

QuoteAhh, yer jus' jealous of Katie's open bulkhead!!!

(I do have a laddermast... )

Guilty as charged..... :P

Hope it fizzles out before either of us (or anyone else) has to deal with it.

Captain Smollett · August 29, 2006, 03:15:12 PM

Quote from: s/v Faith on August 29, 2006, 03:02:06 PM
Hope it fizzles out before either of us (or anyone else) has to deal with it.

At least the forecast has been downgraded since yesterday. Yesterdays forecasts had it becoming hurricane strength after getting back over the water after FL; today's all say TS until over NC/VA where it drops to TD.

K3v1n · August 29, 2006, 05:42:07 PM

Figures what's left of Ernesto it will be up my way on Saturday when I'm supposed to pick up my boat. Looks like a big wash out is in store for the Jersey Shore this Labor Day weekend. :-\

Best wishes to you folk down south!

-Kevin

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