Category Archives: Boat

Potter Rig-and-Sail Day

Posted on June 6, 2009 by Tom

Thursday dawned clear and warm, and I looked forward to working on getting the boat ready for a Friday morning launch and some quiet sailing with my friend Jim. By late Thursday afternoon, the boat was ready. I had raised … Continue reading →

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Planning a Puget Sound Sailing Trip

Posted on February 1, 2009 by Tom

Every year I get asked: how do you plan your sailing trips? When planning a trip, I ask myself some basic questions, and from there, consider conditions and amenities specific to that trip. We sail a 19-foot West Wight Potter, … Continue reading →

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Getting Whisper ready for her winter nap

Posted on November 15, 2008 by Tom

It’s time to tuck Whisper away for the winter. Even though she’s a sailboat, leaving her out in the cold, wind, and rain over several months will cause deterioration. So here’s what I’m doing to let her sleep safe and … Continue reading →

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