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Giving Venti some loving

Posted on June 19, 2016 by timsboats

Venti sat out all of last summer while I was wrapped up playing around with the new gunning dory. I finally got her out of the garage and dusted her off yesterday. Giving her some love and attention and getting … Continue reading →

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Pretty sure

Posted on October 18, 2014 by timsboats

Yep, I’m pretty much sure the fun is over for this year. I did get out yesterday for what will most likely be my last sailing trip for the season. It was a good day though – temps in the … Continue reading →

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New video

Posted on July 26, 2014 by timsboats

I took the tripod out to the lake today and set up the camera on shore – not the best solution, but I don’t really have anybody to video for me, so this is the best I can really do … Continue reading →

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More sailing action

Posted on June 23, 2014 by timsboats

Different mount angle sailing Venti.

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Sailing action

Posted on June 20, 2014 by timsboats

I recently got a little cheap video camera. Tried it out on the water today. My video editing skills are absolutely zero now – so it’s just a video – not a Hollywood production. It is proof that Venti actually floats and … Continue reading →

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Good day

Posted on June 14, 2014 by timsboats

After being sidelined for a while following a small surgery, I finally got back out sailing today. Probably the best day aboard Venti yet. The winds were 10 to 15 mph gusting to 20. Good thing I have the bailing … Continue reading →

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Successful jib

Posted on May 26, 2014 by timsboats

I can now officially call the new balanced jib a success! I spent a good portion of the Memorial Day weekend sailing and the jib worked great – Venti didn’t miss a tack.  The larger jib has increased her power noticeably. … Continue reading →

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The third time is a charm

Posted on May 18, 2014 by timsboats

I’m still toying with this balanced jib, trying to get it right. On the first outing with the new jib – she would not tack at all.  So I moved my pivot point forward about 4 inches, and finally got another try at … Continue reading →

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Fresh look

Posted on May 11, 2014 by timsboats

Got some painting done so now she is just about ready for fun this summer. The decks are now the same creamy tan as the interior. I like the contrast better than with the green decks. I hope it will … Continue reading →

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Balanced jib adjustment

Posted on April 19, 2014 by timsboats

Well, I made some adjustments the the jib setup. I had 4 inches available on my bowsprit to move the pivot point forward. I got that done. Trailer sailing in the driveway looks promising, but on the water tests will … Continue reading →

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