SEPTEMBER 2009
Chester Race Week 2009 Canada’s Largest Keelboat Regatta
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CANADIAN YACHTING SEPTEMBER 2009
PUBLISHER Elizabeth A Kerr Low Inventories Offer Great Opportunities 416-258-9948 • [email protected]
MANAGING EDITOR Andy Adams 416-574-7313 • [email protected] THE MARINE LANDSCAPE is changing right before our eyes with a direction few ART DIRECTOR Allan S. Bates would understand or even predict even one year ago. Maybe for the good, but it has [email protected] certainly been as dramatic as what we have all witnessed in the auto sector. The trend CONTRIBUTORS Andy Adams, Peter Garapick, Lynn Helpard, John Kerr, Alex Libby, John Morris, Greg Nicoll, of buying distressed US boats privately is subsiding, as the nightmare-like stories Sheryl & Paul Shard and Anne & Laurence Yeadon-Jones about bringing boats here are being told often. The ‘pipeline’ or inventory of boats is ACCOUNTING Eleanor Campbell 705-527-7666 • [email protected] at its lowest point in decades and will probably remain this way for some years to
ADMINISTRATION Mary Nicoll come. The fallacy of a better deal or a distressed sale is over too. Moving forward, when 905-535-2866 • [email protected] you want to order a boat, it will likely be built just for you and delivered on a sched- ADVERTISING ule just like it used to be. No doubt builders and their dealers will find a way to send Steve Carey 416-305-7711 • [email protected] you updates and engage you in the process. Imagine having the ability to log on and Ian Gilson 905-719-5152 • [email protected] watch your boat being built! Greg Nicoll When the Blue Jays brought back Gaston and the Leafs drafted Fletcher and the 416-620-9373 • [email protected] CYA brought back Peter Wood, we were all thinking good things as we remembered CIRCULATION Elissa Campbell 705-527-7666 • [email protected] the old days. Under Peter Wood’s steady hand, the CYA is fighting back to regain a stronger union and a brighter future. He has laid a good foundation for the new Executive Director whose formal appointment is imminent. Once aboard, hopefully by the end of this year, Peter will have the time to return to supporting disabled sail- HEAD OFFICE 800–2 St. Clair Ave. East, Toronto, ON M4T 2T5 ing and racing on his own. Tel: 416-703-7167 Fax: 416-513-0348 www.kerrwil.com We wish incoming Mel Bland well as the new Chief Commander of Canadian PRESIDENT Elizabeth A Kerr VICE PRESIDENT Greg Nicoll Power and Sail Squadron. I would also like to thank Harry Cole for his guidance and CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER John W Kerr wonderful friendship developed over his tenure on the bridge. Hopefully, Harry will Canadian Yachting is published six times a year. now have time to complete his second book – a follow-up to The Priam Obsession – a Subscription Rates: 1 year $20.00; 2 years $32.00 Outside Canada: 1 year US $40.00 wonderful novel that weaves many of his personal experiences into a war mystery and Prices include GST Registration #R102819539 action-packed journey. The contents of this publication are the property of Kerrwil Publications Limited and may not be reproduced in whole or In this issue, Paul and Sheryl share the last leg of their Spring 2009 Caribbean in part without prior written consent. We encourage letters to the editor, submissions and que ry letters from writers and our cruise exploring Îles des Saintes and St. Barthélemy. Anne and Laurence Yeadon-Jones readers. For material to be returned, please include a stamped, self-addressed envelope. Occasionally, we allow the use of continue their journey around Quadra Island. Two great boat reviews are also includ- mailing lists to firms offering products and information that we feel may be of interest to you. If you do not want your name ed in this issue: the Rinker 310 and the Hunter 50CC! made available, please return your mailing label to us marked DO NOT RELEASE. Learn how to maximize Internet on board and bring that floating office up to speed. Try your hand at winterizing your boat yourself using these 10 tips. Try our We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada, through the Canada Magazine Fund toward our recipe for a one-pot delicious meal. Read up on how to understand your compass’ editorial costs and through the Postal Assistance Program toward our mailing costs. PAP Registration No. 10984 deviations. This issue covers both the Lake Ontario 300 event of which Canadian Yachting was a proud sponsor and Chester Race Week 2009 which we attended for the first time this Send all address changes, post office returns and subscription enquiries to: year. Find out how our Diageo Malt Cruise winners fared and what it would be like to Canadian Yachting , 538 Elizabeth Street, Midland, Ontario L4R 2A3 attend Sea Ray’s Aquapalooza event. Everyone’s invited next year! T: 705-527-7666 F: 705-527-7662 No matter what, continue to enjoy the boating season for as long as you can. As the temperatures drop and the wind freshens, dress properly, have the right equipment on board and stay safe, warm and happy!
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FEATURES 40 6 Jewels of the French Antilles – Îles des Saintes and St. Barthélemy By Sheryl and Paul Shard 12 Exploring Quadra Island By Anne and Laurence Yeadon-Jones
H O W TO DEPARTMENTS 23 Maximize Internet On Board 3 Vantage 23 Electronics 27 Prepare a One-Pot Meal 27 Galley Guys 35 Winterize Your Boat Yourself 30 Safety 35 Engine Room 30 Understand Your Compass’ 38 Day at the Races Deviation 40 Scuttlebutt 50 Crossing the Line BOAT REVIEWS INSERT: The Port Hole, 16 Rinker 310 September 2009 20 Hunter 50CC
COVER SHOT: J29 start on Alpha course at Chester Race Week in August 2009. Photo Credit: Elizabeth A Kerr
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FRENCH ANTILLES By Sheryl and Paul Shard
Jewels of the French Antilles Iles des Saintes and St. Barthélemy
Distant Shores approached the mooring field off Charlestown, Nevis, where the Shards make an overnight stop when travelling from Îles des Saintes to St. Bart’s. pring is a beautiful time in the Caribbean. The trade S winds become more gentle and the persistent northerly swells found in the winter boating season, formed by storms ter mangrove channel that deposited us in Pointe à Pitre, “up north”, subside. This general calming of conditions opens Guadeloupe’s main city where its large commercial port is up a plethora of anchorages throughout the islands just when located. (See the July 2009 issue of CY.) We spent a few days most cruising sailors are beginning to leave the Caribbean for here in the Marina Bas-du-Fort stocking up the boat with home. Even the more popular anchorages become less crowd- needed spare parts from the excellent chandleries and topping ed as a result. So why is everyone leaving? up our ship’s stores with imported goodies from France. Most cruisers begin their departure in March to get an early Guadeloupe is one of four territories presently under start on the long trip north so that they arrive in home waters French sovereignty in the Caribbean – the two overseas depart- in time for summer festivities. Others start leaving the ments of Guadeloupe and Martinique, plus the two overseas Caribbean in the early Spring to get out of the hurricane belt collectivities of St.Martin and St. Barthélemy (St. Bart’s). The in a leisurely fashion, preferring day sails to a big offshore territories are known as the French West Indies or Antilles jump out of the belt just before hurricane season officially Français. The word Antilles originated in the period before the begins in June. But what it means is that from April to June, European conquest of the New World –Antilia being one of the cruising is good in the Caribbean. those mysterious lands that appeared on medieval charts, Our Spring 2009 cruise has been a delight. In early April, sometimes as an archipelago, sometimes as continuous land we discovered the less-visited islands islands of Saba and drawn in various locations in mid-ocean between the Canary Montserrat. (See the June 2009 issue of CY.) As the end of Islands and India. After Christopher Columbus’s first expedi- April approached, we were finishing a wonderful cruise in tion in 1492, the Caribbean islands were called the West Guadeloupe exploring the quiet corners of this French island, Indies, but since the islands comprised an extensive archipela- namely the string of magical islets that lie off Guadeloupe’s go like the mystical Antilia, many European countries used the north coast and a trip down the Rivière Salée, a natural saltwa- term Antilles instead.
6 Canadian Yacht ing September 2009 www.cymagazine.ca The Guadeloupe department also port for a few days – so we sailed under includes the delightful little island group jib alone enjoying the sweeping views of of Iles des Saintes that we mentioned in luxurious volcanic green hillsides dotted the July issue of CY and promised to tell with picturesque red-roofed villages. you more about. After a few days in a We arrived at Terre de Haut (high- busy port like Pointe à Pitre, we could land), the main island of the Iles des hardly wait to escape to these quiet Saintes archipelago in early afternoon. slow-paced islands. We were, after all, on When Columbus came upon these a quest to visit the quiet places of the charming islands on All Saints Day on Caribbean. And since we were generally his second voyage to the New World in loving the ambience and “joie de vivre” 1493, he named them “Los Santos”. At spirit of the French islands, we decided the time, Carib Indians inhabited the that after visiting “The Saintes,” we islands; since then “Les Saintes” have would conclude our exploration of the been owned by several nations, but the Antilles Français with a visit to another French regained control again in 1815 little jewel – St. Bart’s. with the Treaty of Paris and have been We set sail from Pointe à Pitre on there ever since. April 23rd heading south along the As we guided “Distant Shores” mountainous east coast of Basse Terre. through the Passe de la Baleine, the east- Guadeloupe is comprised of two islands ern entrance to the town anchorage joined in the middle to form the shape between the small Ilet à Cabrit and Terre of a butterfly and Basse Terre is the west- de Haut, we saw a sight that took our ern island or butterfly wing. Iles des breath away. There anchored in front of Saintes lie just off the southern tip of Le Bourg, the main village, like a view Basse Terre. The trip is just over 20 nm from the past was a tall ship that we and with the funneling effect that the instantly recognized as the Barque majestic La Soufrière volcano has on the Picton Castle, a 180-foot long, classic, winds along this coast, you can always square-rigged sailing ship designed and expect a brisk sail. We had very light winds when we first set out; by the time we got out into the channel, the winds In the winter it is almost impossible to get a slip or were a constant 20-25 knots. We weren’t mooring in the harbour at Gustavia a popular in any hurry – feeling happy to be out destination but in the spring the Shards had a choice of two moorings or many places they could go stern to on the sparkling seas again after being in the quay.
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Paul and Sheryl enjoy touring the island of Terre de refitted in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. We Haut on a rented scooter, the best way to get to the waved to the crew as we went past to beach. There are few cars on the island which adds to the slow-paced atmosphere and vehicles are not anchor nearby off the fishing harbour allowed on the main streets of the village which are and were later invited aboard for a tour. pedestrian only. Despite the light winds, there was a surprising roll in the anchorage off Le Bourg, in part due to a current that runs through here but mostly due to the con- the fishing harbour to the other side of stant flow of passing ferries throughout the bay to anchor just below Fort the day carrying day-trippers to and Napoleon where we snorkelled on the from Guadeloupe.Passengers would off- shallow wreck of the MV Lindy and later load at the main dock in the centre of found lots of colourful fish diving on the harbour then quickly disappear by the reefs near the anchorage off Ilet à taxi or rented scooter to one of the Cabrit. many delightful beaches on the far side Although you can see Guadeloupe of the 5.22 km2 island. Others, of from Iles des Saintes, there is a different
For more information, course, would wander the little village atmosphere here – it’s definitely laid- contact one of the following streets to explore the interesting bou- back French. The islands are s uch a quiet Canadian dealers in your area! tiques (many artists and craftspeople paradise yet just a short sail or ferry ride British Columbia live here) and sample the offerings of away are all the conveniences of a big Fraser Yacht Sales local bakeries, cafés and excellent restau- city. The best of both worlds is in reach. 1818 Maritime Mews Grandville Island V6H 3X2 rants. But most of the daytime tourists It would be easy to get washed ashore Tel: (604) 734-3344 were seeking sun and sand elsewhere on here. www.fraseryachtsales.com the island so the village was usually fair- The small French island of Saint- Ontario Navy Point Marine ly quiet and the villagers friendly. Barthélemy (area 21 km² and popula- One Port Street East At this time of year (with the lighter tion about 8,500) has a similar appeal. Mississauga L5G 4S2 Tel: (905) 271-2222 winds) it is possible to cruise around the Located further north, about 250 km www.navypointmarine.com little archipelago and enjoy several east of Puerto Rico, St. Bart’s lies within Quebec anchorages (which in the winter would sight of the island of Saint Martin, a Marina Gagnon et files ltée be too exposed), such as the cove south major Caribbean tourist destination 50 62nd Avenue St. Paul de l'ile aux Noix J0J 1G0 of Pain de Sucre, a 200-foot mini-piton with a large international airport and all Tel: (450) 291-3336 on Terre de Haut or Anse Fielding on important services and supplies at duty- www.marinagagnon.com the very quiet neighbouring island of free prices. Yet St. Bart’s retains its small Step aboard a Jeanneau at the Terre d’en Basse. We eventually moved island charm with a fabulous twist. St. Annapolis Boat Show Oct. 8-12! “Distant Shores” from the anchorage off Bart’s has long been considered a play-
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The wreck of the ferry, MV Lindy, lies in the main anchorage at Terre de Haut, Îles des Saintes. It makes an excellent site for snorkelling or a kayaking outing since it is in clear shallow water, is still intact, and is easily seen from the surface.
ground of the rich and famous attracting the mega-yacht crowd (forget finding a berth at New Year’s) due to its beauti- ful pristine beaches, glamourous villas, gourmet dining in chic bistros and high-end designers. Where Iles des Saintes is rustic, St. Bart’s is up-market – but so much fun! We finally tore ourselves away from The Saintes on May 1st and sailed about 20 nm north to anchor for the night at Pigeon on the west coast of Guadeloupe, a favourite diving location of Jacques Cousteau. From there we did a 75 nm day sail to the island of Nevis where we picked up a mooring off Charlestown for the night. On May 3rd we did a 45 nm day,
For over 40 years Mustang Survival has been the sailing on smooth seas, beam reaching under main and genoa, leading supplier of quality flotation and hypothermia to arrive at the French island of St. Bart’s in the afternoon. We protection products to the most demanding users – dropped the hook off Fort Oscar at the entrance to St. Bart’s from fishermen, sailors and commercial mariners to jet fighter pilots and NASA astronauts. main port of Gustavia and we dinghied into the harbour to MUSTANG SURVIVAL. WE SAVE LIVES FOR A LIVING. clear-in at the port office. To our amazement, there were spaces available in the harbour and we were assigned a double mooring (tie bow and stern) dead-center in the harbour with Integrity™ Bomber & Coat Our Integrity™ Bombers and Coats will keep you warm, the best view of all the goings-on and access to phenomenal comfortable and protected while on the water. Featuring shops (sandals decorated with real jewels, you get the picture) under-arm zipper vents, water-resistant ComfortCu ™ and water-resistant urethane coated zips. Adjustable hood can and divine restaurants. be stowed in collar. Needless to say, St. Bart’s is not a bargain-hunters’ paradise but it’s just so over-the-top you have to see it. (Our mooring however was a good deal at only 10 euros per night or about $15 CAD.) And in the spring it’s not crowded so you can anchor or pick up a mooring off fabulous beaches like Anse Colombier that can be untenable in the winter with the big northerly swells and strong winds. There’s lots to be said for spring cruising in the Caribbean, so if you do get the opportunity to sail there or extend your stay, you won’t want to rush home t oo soon.
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QUINTESSENTIAL QUADRA ISLAND, PART 2 By Anne and Laurence Yeadon-Jones Photographs and Maps by Laurence-Yeadon Jones Seymour Narrows and Southern Quadra Island
Dreamspeaker backed by the historic Heriot Bay Inn. “This month’s cruise completes our circumnavigation of Quadra Island, taking us south through Discovery Passage to transit the legendary Seymour Narrows at slack water before tucking in behind Maud Island to explore the dangerous tidal passes in the world. ruins of the tunnelling camp that made the historic Ripple Rock event Recreational boaters are advised to be as possible; then it’s off to explore the wonderful medley of Quadra Island wise as commercial skippers to the time villages, resorts and anchorages on the west and eastern shores of Cape of slack water in Seymour Narrows and Mudge, ending our cruise at magical Rebecca Spit.” keep in mind that cruise liner captains time their passage north from Vancouver and south from Alaska on slack water at the narrows. W e departed Kanish Bay with accidents, the Canadian Government, At slack, there was little sign of the the beginning of the flood assisted by the US Government (who infamous turbulent waters as we slipped tide to assist us south through supplied the explosives), finally decid- through the narrows and took an after- Discovery Passage. Approaching Brown ed to remove the dangerous twin noon diversion to anchor in a nook to Bay just north of Seymour Narrows we heads of Ripple Rock in the narrows the northeast of Maude Island and visit calculated that slack water was not for forever. At 9:31 a.m. on April 5, 1958, the historic site where engineers mined another two hours. As it was a large Seymour Narrows made international the tunnel to lay explosives below tide and best transited at slack, we news boasting the world’s largest non- Ripple Rock. The top of the bluff affords popped into the Brown Bay Marina to nuclear explosion. a spectacular view overlooking busy enjoy fresh fish and chips in their cozy Since the removal of Ripple Rock, Seymour Narrows. floating restaurant overlooking Seymour Narrows is now relatively deep Sailing south on the turn of the tide Discovery Passage. and without obstructions. However, per- in Discovery Passage we set off to dis- Seymour Narrows lies midway petual tidal currents, dangerous cover the pleasures of southern Quadra between Cape Mudge and Chatham whirlpools, overfalls and turbulent Island. We made April Point Lodge and Point in Discovery Passage and the nar- waters still exist. With up to 16 knots of Marina our first stop; originally founded rows create a tidal pass where slack current on the flood and 14 knots on by the Peterson Family in 1945, the water is a timekeeper for even the largest the ebb (flooding south and ebbing resort has magnificent views of commercial vessels. After many fatal north), it still ranks as one of the most Discovery Passage and the lodge and its
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The magnificant carved Totem Pole at April Point. surrounding cottages offer rustic luxury that includes hot tubs, Jacuzzi baths and fireplaces. The well-maintained marina, just a short walk from the lodge, is serv- at the Quathiaski Cove ferry terminal iced by the resort water taxi and pro- specializes in excellent coffee to go and Sport Boats 17-30’ vides on-site shower and laundry The Landing Pub offers great food, facilities. Overnight moorage includes local beer and a lovely meeting place the use of all lodge amenities. for visitors and locals waiting for ferry Although sport fishing is one of the connections. Spic-and-span shower and key activities available at the lodge, kayak- laundry facilities are located at the ing, whale watching and ecotours are also Whiskey Point Resort. offered. The menu is as spectacular as the The Plaza and Cove Centre, a short surroundings, featuring favourite classics walk up the hill, houses a variety of Sport Cruisers 23-35’ with a West Coast twist. After a languid shops and services, including a post lunch, we suggest you step into the senso- office, an ATM and a local tourist infor- ry bliss of the “Spa at April Point” set mation booth. The Lovin’ Oven II bakes amidst the manicured gardens of the heavenly loaves of bread and its deli- resort and centered in a tranquil pool. cious, thick-crust pizza comes with an The spa is housed in a charming unusual mix of toppings. Quadra Foods, Japanese-inspired studio with stunning open seven days a week, has a BC Sport Yacht & Yacht 38-60’ views across Discovery Passage. Liquor Store outlet and carries bulk Just south of April Point, Quathiaski foods, specialty and organic produce Cove, known locally as ‘Q. Cove’, is only and natural health products. And it Skyline Orillia a 15-minute ferry ride from Campbell offers free delivery to the public wharf. 75 Forestview Road River on Vancouver Island and has a Yellow Dog Trading Centre specializes in Orillia,ON L3V 1H5 charming island plaza that provides a organic and whole foods and will pack- 877-759-8333 or 705-327-2002 pleasant alternative to shopping in the age any quantity required. big city. The island’s main road also con- Treat yourself to a massage, pop into nects the cove to Heriot Bay and the Book Bonanza and Fun Knits Yarn Cortes Island ferry. Call Quadra Taxi or Shop or take a short walk up to Village catch a ride with one of the friendly Square and laze on the shaded patio island locals. while indulging in an international Space for local and visiting boats is blend of coffee at Café Aroma. A often possible at the friendly public colourful outdoor Farmers’ Market wharf (subject to ferry wash), although takes place at the Cove Centre every rafting up is often the norm. Q-Beans Saturday between May and September Always open at SKYLINEMARINA.com
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(10 a.m. - 2 p.m.) and offers a selection Campbell River ferry. of fresh and organic local produce, pre- The hospitable Heriot Bay Inn and serves, baking and crafts. Marina has ample moorage for visiting The ideal conditions to round Cape boats. Boaters can tie up during the Mudge and visit lovely Heriot Bay on day to lunch at the inn and provision Quadra Island’s eastern shoreline would at the store. Power and water, ice, be to take the last of the flooding cur- propane, showers and laundry facili- rent south in Discovery Passage which ties are also available. Tokens for the will then allow the ebbing current to vigorous hot showers can be pur- sweep you north to the tip of Rebecca chased at the inn store, along with spit and into the bay. quality gifts, local art and pottery, The magnificant carved Totem Pole at April Point. With a charm all its own, Heriot Bay cards, books and cruising guides. provides a convenient stop to fuel, pro- The Heriot Bay Inn Pub is a popular vision and get the boat and crew ship- rendezvous for locals, visitors and ferry shape. The delights of Rebecca Spit passengers and the Herons Restaurant – they also carry a Quadra Island Map Marine Park are just across the bay in offers seaside dining and serves up that incorporates the many well-main- Drew Harbour, and the Cortes Island fresh seafood specials and scrumptious tained island hiking trails. ferry makes scheduled departures to oyster burgers; on a sunny day the deck Taku Resort and Marina on Drew Whaletown on Cortes Island from here. is a fine place to have lunch. Wildlife Harbour’s western shoreline provide A short taxi ride will take you to tours can be arranged at the Island sturdy docks for day and overnight STVC7492E_CanYacht:Layout 1 5/1/09 4:28 PM Page 1 Quathiaski Cove to connect with the Adventure Centre below the hotel patio moorage. Moorage facilities include
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Brown Bay Marina 250-286-3135 Offers fuel and visitor moorage and monitors VHF 66A. access to all resort amenities including sunset barbecue. When approaching the fuel barge or designated moorage, exercise caution because strong tidal currents sweep wireless Internet, a tennis court, and Magical Rebecca Spit, just a short through the bay. shower and laundry facilities. A five- hop from Heriot Bay, creates a natural April Point Lodge & Marina 250-285-2222 Offers visitor moorage and a full-time dock staff. It monitors minute walk from both marinas will breakwater on Drew Harbour’s eastern VHF 10. There’s a shallow sandbar south of the starboard- take you to Quadra Island Market com- side and is celebrated as one of British hand (red) buoy. Floatplane operations are frequent in the plete with an in-house bakery and a Columbia’s oldest and most loved busy summer months. The Heriot Bay Inn & Marina 250-285-3322 good selection of local fresh and organic marine parks. Year after year, it contin- Offers fuel and visitor moorage. It monitors VHF 66A. Watch produce; they also offer complimentary ues to entice cruising boaters to its for the ferry maneuvering adjacent to the marina. The after- noon northwesterly wind causes quite a chop in the bay, delivery service to the marinas. sheltered waters, picnic meadows, making moorage on the outside of the marina and public Biking and kayaking around beauti- shaded trails and gently sloping wharf rather bumpy. ful Quadra is an enjoyable way to dis- beaches. With Heriot Bay and its Quadra Taxi 1-877-285-8258 cover the real flavour of the island; the amenities close at hand this is the per- Taku Resort and Marina 1-877-285-8258 Offers visitor moorage and monitors VHF Channel 66A. Yak Shack on Taku Road above the Taku fect spot to begin or end a voyage Resort houses, Quadra Island Kayaks, while cruising the Discovery Islands Quadra Island Tours and Island Cycle all and Desolation Sound. specialize in custom tours. Its “cultural Its history as a First Nations fortress the park has been designed for day use excursion” tour stops at local artisan stu- between the 16th and 18th centuries only. It is well used by island locals and dios and the impressive Kwagiulth and its survival, after an earthquake in provides well-maintained trails for run- Museum & Cultural Centre. The “peddle the 1940s, make Rebecca Spit an intrigu- ning, cycling, walking the dog or just and paddle” tour includes a day of ing though fragile landmark. To protect taking a leisurely stroll; suitably placed STVC7492E_CanYacht:Layout 1 5/1/09 4:28 PM Page 1 cycling and kayaking that ends with a the spit from additional erosion today, continued on page 61
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Sail the natural habitat of St. Vincent & The Grenadines. Enjoy the best scenery in the Caribbean with tropical landscapes, a spectacular volcano and great hotels. Return home, determined to go back.Call 416-630-9292 or visit w ww.svgtourism.com. ST. V INCENT, YOUNG ISLAND, BEQUIA, MUSTIQUE, CANOUAN, MAYREAU,TOBAGO CAYS, UNION ISLAND, PALM ISLAND AND PETIT ST. V INCENT BOAT REVIEW By Andy Adams
PERFORMANCE Rinker 310 TEST BOAT ENGINE Test boat engines: MerCruiser 350 MAG MPI, 5.7 L/350 ci V8 with sequential electronic fuel injection, 300 hp, Bravo 3 drives. ENGINE (RPM) SPEED (MPH) Breakthrough 1000 5.4 1500 7.4 2000 9.2 2500 14.2 3000 22.1 Design 3500 28.5* 4000 38.1 5000 42.9 5280 (MAX) 45.3 *Cruising speed Performance data supplied by factory.
swim platform to the bridge, the Rinker 310 gets a one-level flat floor and in our test boat, this was covered with Flexiteek flooring. The Flexiteek emphasizes the continuous flat floor, looks elegant and “yachty”, wears well, offers sure footing and doesn't get too hot in the sun either. Starting at the swim platform, you get recessed cleats on the corners for running spring lines and additional large cleats are mounted on the sides of the transom. Shore power and telephone connections as well as the fuel, waste and water fillers are also right on the stern. There is a five- BITTERSWEET – that was our thought countries including Europe – a market- step, stainless-steel boarding ladder, after testing Rinker’s new 310. The place that has evolved very specific remote for the stereo and a h andheld “sweet” is the boat…really sweet. The desires for this type of boat. transom shower. You also get an aft-fac- “bitter” are the conditions in the marine The emphasis is on open above decks business in the US (and to a lesser extent living space; for its size, the Rinker 310 in Canada). really delivers. Buyers today want family SPECIFICATIONS This is a really appealing boat; or entertaining room with space to Length 33’3”/10.13 m Rinker’s 310 would probably do well in move around and be comfortable. The Beam 10’6”/3.20 m any market and in reality, because of the Rinker 310 has a living area that rivals Weight 12,200 lbs./5489 kg global economic slowdown, the Rinker much larger boats. The 310 is actually Fuel Capacity 150 gal./567.8 l Water Capacity 33 gal./124.9 l will have little or no competition. 33’3” overall with a 10 ’6” beam and Holding Capacity 47 gal./177.9 l Comparing this new design to the weighs approximately 12,200 lbs., with Price (as tested) $174,000 US older models on the market shows where twin stern drives. design thinking is going today, globally. The engines can be concealed under Test boat provided by and price quoted by: Rinker Boats Rinker exports its products to many the trick aft bench seat. Right from the www.rinkerboats.com
16 Canadian Yacht ing September 2009 www.cymagazine.ca ing stern seat; there is a large storage area too. The transom door welcomes you into the cockpit. Across the stern is a large seat that curves up the port side to seat several peo- ple. There is a folding backrest and a side section that pulls out and fills in to make up a gener- The forward queen berth feels spacious and features hanging lockers ous aft sun lounge. Adding to and an escape hatch; good storage adds even more convenience. the great seating, the dou- blewide helm seat swivels around to join in the party. system and stereo; we especially liked the On the starboard side is a refreshment handy, hidden tray where the captain can center with substantial counter space and keep sunglasses, an iPod and other little an electric grill, refrigerator, small sink items. and Rinker’s trademark flip-up electric The only way forward is to step up blender for mixing drinks at the end of through the opening windshield section. the day. To maximize interior space, Rinker has Over this wonderful cockpit, the stan- eliminated the side decks. The relatively dard equipment radar arch carries an flat forward deck is finished in a non-skid array of four speakers and a combination surface and has a removable sun pad with of overhead and floor lighting make out- handy drink holders. Under the sun pad door evenings a real treat. We especially is a substantial, tempered glass section in liked the white Stamoid canvas treatment the center of the deck. It brings a wonder- which has proven to be more durable ful amount of natural light into the cabin than some other top-quality fabrics and during the day. easier to clean. The main thing, however, Rinker gives you a remote control is the light it brings in. Other good features include an engine The bay access hatch, conveniently located SUZUKI DF2.5 2.5-Horsepower 4-Stroke battery switches and abundant storage. Portable Outboard Motor When it comes time to cast off, the captain wil l quickly appreciate the impressive helm with black, low Big on performance. reflective vertical surfaces for the Small in size. Raymarine C80 system, a full array of Small in price. Faria multi-function instruments, Lenco trim tabs with LED indicators and a tilting sport wheel. We loved the angled footrest, flip-up bolster for standing operation and the MerCruiser controls are particularly Remember, boating and alcohol or other drugs don't mix. Suzuki handsome and convenient with the lever- encourages you to operate your outboard safely and responsibly. Always wear a life jacket when boating. Specifications, product features and colours are subject to change without notice. Read mounted trim control. Other equipment The galley boasts a Corian counter, single-burner your owner’s manual carefully. Always wear a helmet and protective clothing when riding and remember to observe all Kenyan stove, Dometic refrigerator, stainless-steel sink safety regulations and respect the environment. Please see your includes a Fireboy engine monitoring local Suzuki dealer for more information. and large trash locker.
September 2009 Canadian Yacht ing 17 RINKER 310 It’s your destination. Get there with NavSim. Plan new routes or revisit an old favourite Enjoy real-time navigation with the use of your GPS
GPS Marine Navigation Software for your PC The transom door welcomes you into the cockpit. Across the stern is a large seat that curves up the port side to seat several people.
spotlight and Lewmar windlass with deck switches and ground tackle including longer than usual chain section, organized to make the ground tackle easy to set and retrieve from the helm without ever having to go forward. With such a fabulous cockpit, you would not expect the cabin to get much attention but this time it did. Leading to the FREE 14-day product demos online cabin is a “wet step” that lifts to house sponges and other items; then it is down two floating steps into the salon. You are
Complete product information available at www.navsim.com immediately struck by how bright the deck skylight makes it. The space is open to the forward queen berth and feels spa- cious. Hanging lockers, escape hatch and good storage add convenience to the vee area. On the starboard side is a fully enclosed standing height head large enough to comfortably shower. Features include a mirrored door, a second mirror for shaving or makeup, a small stainless-steel sink in Corian counter and a VacuFlush system. Just ahead is the galley, again with Corian counter, single- burner Kenyan stove, Dometic refrigerator, stainless-steel sink and large trash locker. There is also a microwave and the flat screen TV here, aimed at the dinette on the port side. The dinette converts to a d ouble berth and the seat lifts revealing more storage and a built-in safe for valuables. Twin, 300-horsepower MerCruisers power this Rinker 310 and it is a fast boat. The factory recorded top speed was 45.3 mph at a screaming 5,280 rpm. More importantly, though, it cruises at 3,500 rpm doing a brisk 28.5 mpg while getting max- imum fuel economy. The Bravo 3 drives have amazing grip on the water and power assisted steering help you pick the best course through the rough stuff. The virew f om the helm is unob- Designed by sailors…for sailors. structed and rough water handling is confidence-inspiring. Overall, it’s an impressive package for 33 feet and the cock- pit sells the boat on first impressions alone. If any cruiser can lead the market away from the bitter taste of 2009, it’s this customer service: 1.877.418.9998 tel: 519-579-3131 sweet machine. www.salusmarine.com
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BOAT REVIEW By John Kerr
a real eye catcher. This boat is built on the former 49 hull. However, it did not seem Hunter 50CC like it. Once sailing, the 50CC seems so much bigger both above and below decks. Perhaps the bonus 6’8” headroom below contributes to its sense of size. I have always had a bias for the tradi- Great Ready tional rear cockpit configuration, but I must say that the Hunter design team has started to convince me of the practicality for Luxury Plus and comfort dividends available by push- ing it forward and having it a tad higher than traditional cockpits. Under sail and without a dodger, we were high and dry and needless to say the visibility was per- fect. Watching Toronto-based True North’s Alan Mestel back the boat through a narrow gap and effortlessly and practically parallel park with a full range of view is testament to not only the visibility quotient but also to the practi- cal nature and control characteristics despite the windage and prop wash issues we have all had to deal with with bigger boats. The center helm had all the controls right at hand, including the bow thruster directional stick control that I strongly recommend now because they are so reliable and effective. SELL THE COTTAGE, heck, sell the Coming aboard from the aft, you house because you could easily live in immediately see one of the first luxuries. this boat…it is a blue water cruising Imagine a place where you can escape on beauty! a boat: a perfectly placed, aft facing cush- With current memories of spending a ioned backrest support seat complete full week with five of my dearest friends with removable cockpit table. This boat on an older Westerly 45 cruising the west- has many escape zones, as I call them, ern islands of Scotland, I was introduced places where you can just go to zone out. to the newest Hunter, a 50’ center cock- This is one of the great ones, but wait, pit. Talk about a time warp. read on, there is one below decks that First impressions were somewhat more modern yacht with its wonderful will blow you away. exaggerated but this boat has so much to headliners, interior treatments, glass- The cockpit is graced with the tradi- give. I was immediately impressed by work, fittings and easy-to-use hardware tional Hunter arch; our test boat came how the modern technologies – we use so quickly after ‘roughing’ it, really made with three electric Harken winches, two and rely on today to make boating enjoy- me think just how far we have come. primaries and one on the cabin sole. able and fun – have been accelerating This is a big boat; it looks big and at Control lines that lead aft were easily in exponentially of late. Being now in a the dock the twin transom stair access is reach of any of these making single-
20 Canadian Yacht ing September 2009 www.cymagazine.ca SPECIFICATIONS
LOA 49' 11"/15.21 m LWL 43' 10"/13.36 m Beam 14' 9"/4.50 m Draft (shoal/dp.) 5' 6"/7' 0"/1.68/2.13 m Sail Area (100%) 1,056 sq. ft./98.1 sq. m Ballast 12,500 lb./5,670 kg Water 194 gal./734 l Fuel 162 gal./613 l Engine 110-hp. Yanmar Designer Glenn Henderson Base Price $380,000
Boat supplied by True North Yachts www.truenorthyachts.com The owner’s cabin offers a well-appointed collection of features that can’t ever disappoint. From its walk-in, cedar-lined closet to the welcoming chaise lounge, to the walkaround bed boasting a Jet Spa tub cleverly located below the bed. handing a breeze. A double-ended main- sheet, also accessible, ends by one of the niche, so any comparison here is not for a boat of this size until I remembered primaries and on the cabin sole. worthy. With the 50CC, you will find a its designer and the fact the hull was The scope and impressive deck size solid, comfortable feel steering upwind based on the 49 hull. provides wonderful forward access espe- and I was able to adopt my favourite Below is where this boat continues to cially with the high lifelines, easy to grab steering perch on the side with no prob- shine and boasts benefits and great live- handrails and an extra step to compen- lem. Sailing right behind the steering aboard style and comfort. The high head- sate for the highness of the cockpit. pedestal was great too, with easy view of room is one of the big contributors to the Storage abounds from the forward locker the related Raymarine instruments. volume and size below. It is certainly a to the aft lazarettes so no panic when you Upwind in 8 knots, we tacked through 80 welcoming and a wonderful space to live need to load up on the extras you might degrees though I must admit I was guilty in. Cherry veneer and excellent joinery need spending time aboard. of trying to sail too high – it’s the racer in work combined with wonderful hard- The classic B&R self-furling mast with me I guess. The boat is easy to get into a wood trims are just a few details that will its swept back spreaders allows openness groove as far as feel goes. An impressive attract you. The configuration boasts a aft – free of the traditional backstay one 5+ knots average speed in medium to wonderful table to starboard surrounded would expect. The in mast sail furl- light breezes was more than I expected by a luxurious settee. Together, they con- ing/reefing system worked effortlessly – a marked improvement on previous sys- tems. This boat comes with several sail and mast options including a tall rig. I loved the self-tacking intermediate head- sail and its large overlapping sail forward that fixed on a standard easy-to-use Furlex furling system. Though we did not have the intermediate with us on our test sail, it is a nice touch that will pay divi- dends upwind. The sailing characteristics for a boat of this size and type are impressive. The 50CC is not a performance cruiser and, in fairness, was not built to address that The galley is a wonderful space with huge galley counter surface made of Karadon and offering a three-burner stove.
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September 2009 www.cymagazine.ca ELECTRONICS By Andy Adams The Comforts of Home with Internet Onboard
Felcom 250 IT USED TO BE that “all the comforts of Furuno is about to release this Inmarsat FleetBroadband BETTER home” meant an easychair, a pipe and system continuing the march with a faster, more If you like that idea, Ken Harrison cost-effective solution to marine broadband the newspaper. explained that there is now a bet- data and voice communication on Today, the easy chair is an office chair a global basis. ter system called the 3G cell phone and the pipe is gone, no matter what we protocol; the new 4G is coming could have put in it. The poor old soon for streaming data. Initially, ‘paper’ newspaper has been replaced however, that will only be avail- with an electronic version that carries able regionally. You probably have pretty much all the same stories, plus a basic cell phone rate plan; most streaming video, the ability to search, plans are generally fairly generous, cut ‘n’ paste things you want to keep and so few people overstep their plan. stories that you can forward to friends service that you can connect to, either for Next, most cell providers have and colleagues. free or by paying a f ee. The problem is “Mobile Internet” packages available that The ads used to subsidize the 10 cents that when many boats in the area are all they combine with their plans. an issue you paid the paperboy. Now, the sharing the same bandwidth, the speed Essentially, this a USB antenna stick you ads are all but invisible (or you close will slow down dramatically. connect to your laptop that delivers them the instant they open) and the If there’s 1 G B of bandwidth and a download speeds of around 7Mbps. newspaper publisher is going broke send- second person joins in, they each drop to Rogers, Bell, Telus and others all have ing you free news. It’s a strange world! 500 kB of bandwidth. This is referred to such options. Now you have a relatively Instead, you are paying the money as contention ratio. The more people you good connection but Ken cautions that yourself and directly! have on the system, the slower it gets – downloading a lot of data using a wire- You pay for connectivity and band- and it can get painfully slow. less system may quickly exceed your width and 10 cents will now barely buy Where your marina offers a wireless monthly limits and additional time can you a cryptic e-mail – never mind what it signal, sailboat masts and other types of be quite costly. costs to download a chart at sea. But, wait structures can interfere. Some people will Intellian S60 a second – download a chart at sea? That source USB-based WiFi antennas such as VSAT antennas like this Intellian S60 and others from could be very handy! those offered by RadioLabs or more com- KVH and SeaTel are as small as 24”. Users can buy a Also, sea-going Internet is dropping in plex systems like those from GeoSat fixed rate plan and they can choose from different price and rising in performance. To help Solutions. An investment of $200 or so speeds for both up and down - guide us through the maze of technology, can get you started, but prices can reach loading and voice calls over VOIP (Voice over we contacted Ken Harrison at $1,000 or more. On the other hand, that Internet Protocol). Summerhill CA Sales. “Can you please gives you an onboard networking system simplify this a bit?” we asked. delivering a wireless signal anywhere on Ken decided that the best way to the vessel and the WiFi booster can explain the current state of Internet increase range to the main wireless onboard was to divide the discussion antenna by up to 30 times. into three segments: good, better, best. So relatively speaking, improved wire- Another approach is a cellular boost- less computer connections only require a er. Cellular boosters need to be Industry GOOD small investment, and depending on Canada (IC) approved and it is best that Everyone has a cell phone and now, what you hope to achieve, it could you source a product that has IC many people carry a BlackBerry. Your become your floating office. That could approvals indicated on the product. marina probably has localized Internet help you keep boating a lot longer! continued on page 26
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However, cell phone signal boosters transmits – and you get a much more rea- tance within a region. like the Digital Antenna Power Max sonably sized antenna. This started off as So far, there is nothing smaller than DA4000 increases range up to 50 miles. C-band with a 2.5-meter wide dish that the 24” VSAT dish however it also Wilson Electronics has a similar product was stabilized. Next came the KU-band requires a lot of power to run so you will to increase your cell phone from .25 to 3 that had a 1-1.5 m wide dish and more certainly need a big generator or shore watts of power. Shakespeare Marine offers recently, a 24” antenna size. power to accommodate it. its Cruise Net for cellular applications. Ken Manufacturers of VSAT antennas But consider the value of having your points out that cellular boosters, however, include Intellian (24” and 1 m), KVH boat as functional as your home office? can only boost a signal that they can see. (24” only) and SeaTel (24” and 1-1.2 m). Sailboats can get FB at 150 kB per sec- Users can buy a fixed rate plan and they ond just for voice and data and as long as BEST can choose from different speeds for you keep the sessions short, that could be Commercial shipping businesses have both up and downloading and voice calls a very valuable addition to any boat long used radio and more recently satel- over VOIP (Voice over Internet Protocol). heading to the Caribbean for the winter. lite communications to track their ships, This is an interesting issue. It may be that Ken cautions boaters that video gather critical weather data and to you only want to send simple data or streaming can be really costly – up to $50 enhance safety. These commercial inter- a minute on FB. “It’s important for peo- ests have borne the initial costs of pio- ple to understand the costs and the rates. neering satellite communications and You can set up “alerts” to prevent today, prices and equipment sizes are get- unwanted downloading such as spam- ting smaller. mers sending you photographs or jokes,” Recreational boats from 35-55 feet he said. “You should also restrict your can now tap into this technology. The Windows and software updates to when trick has been getting the antenna size you are connected to shore or other wire- down small enough to fit smaller craft Iridium OpenPort 1 less connections. Doing this will only and still track the signal accurately as the Open Port by Iridium is one solution to getting Internet cost you more as FB is billed per MB of boat moves or rolls in the sea. onboard but these were developed for commercial use usage. Full video streaming and large and may be too large an antenna to suit mid-range There are three ways of moving up to application downloads are best suited for recreational boats. the best system. Open Port by Iridium is VSAT solutions.” one solution but this was developed for Another valuable feature is to be able commercial use and may require too voice messages but you might want to to manage your boat from a distance so large an antenna for mid-range recre- download substantially big files, so you you can monitor electrical systems, fire ational boats. might buy a more powerful download systems, security systems through appli- Now people are going to Fleet - then upload. These are always “on” cations such as the new NMEA 2000 net- Broadband (FB) and it currently is avail- antennas, the same as you have with an working standard. The new 4G systems able at three different levels: 150 kB per Internet connection at home. will offer even more and it won’t take second, 250 kB per second and 500 kB These are pret ty serious systems with a long before we find out how attractively per second. FB uses a smaller antenna but $25,000 antenna and $1,000 a month priced they will be. Just recently, FB price these still cost between $5,000 and fee being commonplace, but you can use promotions have been announced that $15,000 US list, so it’s a major invest- what you want which may be affordable include the equipment in the contracts – ment in hardware. These antennas are for your floating office. Prices are also the way cell phones agreements do – stabili zed and will stay connected to the dropping quickly for both the equipment bringing this down to one reasonable satellite even in rough conditions. and the airtime. There are many different monthly bill. Manufacturers of FB systems include JRC, airtime packages available to suit the Stay tuned…if boat owners can get all KVH, Furuno and Thrane & Thrane. need and application. With something as the comforts of home (or office) Then comes VSAT (Very Small basic as VOIP calls you can get down to onboard, they could be boating a whole Aperture Terminal) – that receives and .25 cents per minute including long dis- lot more!
26 Canadian Yacht ing September 2009 www.cymagazine.ca EZ Cruisin’ One Pot Chicken Dinner By Andy Adams with Greg Nicoll
HERE IS A MOTTO to make your cruis- a stainless-steel frying pan with a copper over to the yacht basin at Crate Marine in’ lifestyle better; know your boat, know bottom. What makes this particular pan Sales in Keswick, Ontario. Almost within your mechanic and know your butcher! more useful than most is that it came walking distance of Crates is The Plan your course and chart your meals. with a high, rounded lid. It can accom- Queensway Market operated by Peter In my younger days, while I was in modate bulky vegetables, larger pieces of Springer and his wife. Peter is the butch- training to someday become the Galley meat and the lid is tight enough that it er of choice for many of the families who Guy I appear to be now, I enjoyed learn- can make rice too. keep their yachts at Crates. Peter joined ing how to cook at home. So, with fellow Galley Guy, Greg Greg and me onboard one of Crates’ You’d think my wife would’ve been Nicoll, we took my covered frying pan magnificent big Carver yachts, a 42SS appreciative, but she never failed to point out that (when I was finished) there wouldn’t be a clean pot or utensil left in the entire house. Cleaning up is enough of a chore when you have an automatic dishwasher, but on the boat, learning how to make a great dinner using just one pot starts to look like a great idea. For this one-pot chicken recipe, I have
Galley Guys Greg Nicoll (right) and Andy Adams (left) toast a tasty one-pot dinner – appealing flavours with minimal clean up!
Recipe
2 cups of rice (optional) First, mix the marinade in a Ziploc storage bag by finely Remove the breasts to avoid over-cooking and continue 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (trimmed of all fat) chopping the tarragon and mixing that with the crushed garlic, cooking the vegetables covered, for another 5 minutes or 1 tbsp. butter grated lemon rind and 3 tbsp. the olive oil, salt and pepper. until tender. 1 cup peeled baby carrots Place the 4 chicken breasts in the bag, and gently shake the Remove the vegetables with a slotted spoon leaving the juices 1 cup cauliflower cut up breasts until they are evenly coated in the marinade. in the pan. ½ cup button mushrooms Refrigerate for 30 minutes and no more than one hour. Increase heat to high and add the white wine, gently stirring ½ cup snow peas Next, make the rice according to the directions and reserve in a with a wooden spoon or paddle. Add the chicken stock and ½ cup white wine microwavable serving bowl. bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer about 5 minutes or 1 cup chicken stock Place your skillet over medium-high heat and add the remain- until the sauce begins to thicken. Melt in the unsalted butter 2 tbsp. unsalted butter ing olive oil and salted butter. When melted, add the chicken then return the breasts and vegetables to the pan, increasing to medium heat for 2 minutes or until the food is hot. Marinade breasts and cook for about 4 minutes a side or until the juice 3 tbsp. chopped fresh tarragon runs clear and the breasts are lightly browned. While the breasts and vegetables are re-heating, place the 1 tbsp. crushed garlic Add carrots, cauliflower, button mushrooms and snow peas. serving bowl of rice, covered, in the microwave and reheat. 2 tbsp. finely grated lemon rind Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook covered Serve over the bed of rice and dress with the sauce from 4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil for 5 minutes. the pan. Salt and pepper to season
September 2009 Canadian Yacht ing 27 Tips From the Pro model that has a spacious galley and a raised dinette. range of fresh summer vegetables we Chicken can spoil easily and you will not want to have fat trimmings in the onboard garbage for long. This is a boat with generously sized, planned to include and the liberal dose Arrange with your butcher to trim your chicken, portion it double stainless-steel sinks, a nearly of garlic, Eddy thought an interesting out, vacuum pack it and freeze it in advance unless you plan home-sized refrigerator and a ceramic, choice would be a 2 006 Nottage Hill to prepare it right away. flat top, two-burner stove. Shiraz. We decided to call it “Sea-Raz”! Chicken needs to be kept under 40 degrees F at all times. Consider placing your vacuum-packed, frozen chicken in the Few meats are as versatile or as univer- Another excellent choice, of course, refrigerator onboard. As long as the temperature remains sally popular as chicken. It’s a choice that would be a Pinot Grigio to pick up on the below 40 degrees F, it will take nearly a week to fully thaw almost everyone welcomes and there are citrus in the recipe. and can even help the refrigerator draw less power. simply countless recipes for preparing it. Although we served our meal without Never allow raw meats to contact other foods through uten- sils, cutting boards or counter surfaces. Avoid cross-contami- On the other hand, chicken needs to be a starch, you could start off your one-pot nation. Galleys can be cramped for space, but do not risk handled properly. When it comes to meal by making a couple of cups of rice food-borne illness. health matters, chicken is fairly delicate. to provide a bed for th e dinner. Do the Having a meat thermometer onboard is a good idea. Grilled or cooked, the chicken should reach an internal temperature Our master butcher, Peter Springer has rice first in your covered skillet and put of 190 degrees F. some valuable suggestions on how to the rice aside until a few minutes before For vegetables and fruit, we have found that Ziploc veg- handle chicken. you plan to serve. Many power and sail etable storage bags can keep even lettuce crisp and fresh tasting for several days in a refrigerator. Preparing for our Galley Guys get- cruising boats come with a microwave for together, we also looked to our old friend reheating. Eddy Sokoloff at Churchill Cellars to This is a recipe you can make ahead explosion of flavours. If you leave the make a wine suggestion to go with our but fresh grated lemon rind and freshly marinade more than an hour, however, it one-pot chicken dinner. Given the wide chopped tarragon gives you a marvelous seems to lose its edge.
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SAFETY ON THE WATER By Peter Garapick Those Deviants Aboard Your Vessel
DEVIATION. Just the sound of that word course, you may not quite get to where pass accuracy relative to a True bearing makes you think that something fishy is you were planning on going. will vary from place to place. This varia- going on; some deviant behaviour is tak- So how does this all work? As we tion results in the Magnetic bearing. But ing place onboard your vessel that you know, the globe has been dissected with when we realize what all those effects can neither see nor hear. It’s there and if imaginary lines called longitude and lati- (mentioned above) onboard do by you don’t take heed, it will bite you in the tude that are parallel and perpendicular pulling and pushing that compass needle backside and usually when it’s a dark and and thus straight and true. It is relative to or card this way and that, we end up with stormy night. So what is it? It is the effect these lines that we derive our True bear- a compass not quite showing the on your magnetic compass from all those ing. Next, a traditional compass relies on Magnetic bearing but rather a deviated metal parts (i.e., engine block, steel tools, the magnetic field of the earth and uses bearing. This deviation results in what we electronic gizmos such as radios and simple magnets to align a needle or a call the Compass bearing. wiring) and various magnets (i.e., speak- compass card to North. Since the North To find the deviation aboard your ves- ers, electric motor armatures). It will Pole is not actually at the top of the Earth sel, you have a few choices. One is to affect the compass differently depending and the magnetic field around the globe have a certified compass corrector come on each bearing you steer and if you only is inconsistent and can even differ aboard and swing your compass and add consider the difference between the True between locations separated just miles little magnets here or there around the bearing and Magnetic bearing to steer a down the coast from one another, com- compass. Not an inexpensive event, that
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30 Canadian Yacht ing September 2009 www.cymagazine.ca We often suggest upgrading your helm with new navi- gation equipment like this chart plotter but the current passing near the compass likely has added a new source of deviation.
the compass bearing as you cross the line between the two points or you can find other ranges to line up and steer towards or between. Ultimately, you will end up with a card listing magnetic and the relat- is if you can even find such an expert look for a set of ranges or ones that you ed compass bearings – at a minimum for kicking about the marina these days. can create by two conspicuous points and the 4 cardinal points (N, E, S, and W) Next option is to fiddle with the compass determine their Magnetic bearings. Then and the 4 inter-cardinal points (NE, SE, yourself; many compasses have minor set a course between those points, call SW and NW) and, if you are so inclined, adjustments that can be made but who out your Compass bearing and have your for all 32 points of the compass. knows where you may end up with that crewmate record it next to the Magnetic This Deviation Card is a very impor- approach. The simplest option is to cre- bearing you should have been steering. tant tool for the navigator and helmsman ate what is known as a Deviation Card Be sure to reverse your course and record and should be kept close to the chart for your boat and this can be done over a that compass bearing as well, as there is table or the helm so that every course, be couple of hours some calm morning with no consistency in deviation. You can con- it the Compass, Magnetic or True bearing an extra hand aboard. tinue to use this range and sail across it that is chosen can be adjusted for varia- To do this, take your local chart and on certain magnetic bearings and record tion and deviation. It is these 5 factors
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September 2009 Canadian Yacht ing 31 SAFETY ON THE WATER that are very important in steering an and deviation since these are using and to be able accurate course – True bearing, Variation, two effects (errors) can to convert between the Magnetic bearing, Deviation and impact the compass in three accurately. Compass bearing. Knowing how to con- either a westerly or easter- When all is said and vert between the three bearing types is ly direction. This is where done, there is one other crucial and requires some mental calis- the mental workout important factor – be thenics. I won’t go into this here; there comes in – determine the sure that the lubber line are numerous books, texts one could direction of the error and of the compass is true; read and courses to take to get it all when correcting a bear- that is, that the compass straight, but in a nutshell… ing, going from Compass is installed inline with The phrase above is a proven formula to True (CDMVT), add the keel of your boat. If it to convert bearings – TVMDC or CDMVT. easterly errors and sub- isn’t then perhaps you It can be remembered by the phrases – tract westerly ones. It’s the best stay ashore since on True Virtue Makes Dull Company – or – reverse if uncorrecting a top of variation and Can Dead Men Vote Twice. Going from a bearing. Got it? Better deviation you have an Compass bearing through to a True bear- sign up for that course this winter! additional correction to make and you ing (CDMVT) is called correcting a bear- But remember, a bearing can be called may never be sure what the result will be! ing; going the opposite way from True to a True, Magnetic or Compass bearing – Or then again, maybe you do – the result Compass (TVMDC) is called uncorrect- the direction of the boat doesn’t change; may be that boaters become landlubbers, ing a bearing. The biggest trick is adding only the name of the bearing does. The at least until they control all those or subtracting the degrees of variation key is to be sure to know which one you deviants aboard their vessels.
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ENGINE R OOM By Andy Adams Ten Winter Storage Dangers
A few people winterize and store their • Empty all lockers, clean and spray with own boat. Many of us pay the pros to a mildewcide. do it. •Block open hatches, ports, oven and Winterizing is a tough chore because refrigerator doors and leave all cabin we usually keep boating until the weath- and locker doors open, then lift up er turns nasty, plus you are struggling floorboards to air out the whole boat. with that “down-feeling” that the boating • Hand wash your sails with warm water season is over. using a mild detergent, let dry thorough- That makes it doubly hard to dig in ly and store at home in a cool dry place. and do a great job of winterizing and • Check appliances and accessories that • Remove cockpit and bridge covers, protecting your boat for the winter. But, use water, like the fresh water wash- clean with marine canvas cleaner and there are dangers over the winter that can down, live well, bilge pumps, sinks, store in a cool, dry place. bring an expensive surprise next spring, washrooms and drains and ensure • Place silica gel or moisture absorbent so paying the pros to do it right makes a they are dry. pillows in drawers and around the bilge. lot of sense. • Dry these by blowing out with com- Whichever way you go, do-it-yourself pressed air or by displacing any water VENTILATION or the professional route, here is a with non-toxic plumbing antifreeze. • Scrub out the interior and dry thor- reminder list of those winter dangers. • Cooling water runs through the oughly. Spray a mildewcide in drawers, engine, the generator, the air condi- cabinets, galley sinks and shower areas. FREEZING WATER tioning units and the lower unit drives. • Clean refrigerator or icebox using Water can and will get in anywhere and it It all has to be drained. warm water and baking soda. freezes everywhere in Canada. • Clean bilges before storage. • Store your boat with the bow up a bit MOISTURE AND • Cover the boat leaving adequate open- so that underfloor areas, cockpit drains, CONDENSATION ings for ventilation. deck scuppers and all areas empty out • Remove electronics and store in a the open seacocks and drains. warm, dry place. ANIMAL INTRUSION • Watch for water runoff problems nearby. • Remove antennas and couplers, then • Cover intrusion entrances like • Secure supports under the shrinkwrap spray exposed cable ends with a pro- exhausts, seacocks and vents. or boat cover to prevent water from tective lubricant and wrap with electri- •Store the boat up high enough that pooling and spilling in. cal tape. most small animals can’t easily get in.
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ADD SUNROOFRE • Consider moth balls to keep pests out. HEREHE • Don’t leave nesting materials handy. • Cover the mast and all engine vents to prevent nesting.
CORROSION • Spray electrical connections with moisture displacing lubricant. • Fibreglass oxidization is a form of corrosion. Use marine cleaners and polishes to protect the surfaces. • Apply a coat of marine metal polish to rails and deck hard- ware. Remove growth on struts, outdrives and trim tabs. • Inspect and lubricate seacocks, steering systems, throttle cables and all other moving parts. Webasto'sWebasto's Marine Sunroof Systems for Any WWatercraftatercraft A WebastoWebasto power sunroofsunroof will open your world to new horizons. WWebastoebasto SUN DAMAGE sunrsunroofsoofs araree 100% watertight thanks • Cover the boat from direct sunlight. to a patented automotive-style mechanism, making a sunrsunroofoof one • Clean and polish the bottom to protect from reflected sun or of the most worry-frworry-freeee additions to your vessel. AvailableAvailable in 7 sizes snow on nearby water. for OEM or rretro-fit.etro-fit. • Remove all upholstery. Open your world. Contact WebastoWebasto at 1.800.215.7010 WIND DAMAGE • Secure covers so domes and fasteners can’t beat against the boat in the wind. • Store the boat so a storm can’t blow it over.
THEFT • If you store your boat at home, locate it where a thief can’t hitch up and drive away easily. • Lock it up and unbolt the hitch or tongue to deter theft. • Remove the prop and other easily stolen valuables. • Use a lock bolt on engines and other parts.
What every well-heeled boat TIPPING OR FALLING is wearing this season. • Use a proper cradle located on solid ground. Stands are less secure. Pick up a can of our Epifanes Clear High Gloss Varnish and you • If you store your boat on a trailer, block that on stands in can feel the difference. We give you less solvent and more solids – tung oil, alkyd and phenolic resins – for an uncompromisingly case a tire deflates. beautiful finish – protected by a new, more powerful UV filtering • Remember that freeze/thaw cycles can make previously solid formula. Our European quality varnish is heavier and builds up ground into mush in the Spring. faster with fewer applications so you spend less time varnishing. Look for Epifanes at your favourite marine store. FUEL DEGRADATION This year, changes in gasoline also complicate matters. The storage advice has changed too. The concern is about ethanol in the gasoline and how it can degrade over even a short time. THOMASTON, MAINE I AALSMEER, HOLLAND I SHEUNG WAN, HONG KONG The biggest problem with ethanol-enhanced fuel, called E10, is www.epifanes.com continued on page 61
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DAY AT THE RACES 171 Yachts Participate in 2009 Lake Ontario Race!
By Alex Libby and the USA. The largest boats registered THE 20TH RUNNING of the Lake in at 47 feet with the smallest being a Ontario 300 – the longest, freshwater Thunderbird. A Concordia 47 from sailing race in the world – started at Port Rochester set a record for the elapsed Credit Yacht Club on July 18th, 2009 and t ime completing the Main Duck Course was proud to have the Bell BlackBerry® in a time of 1 day, 19 hours, 4 minutes team at RIM as the presenting sponsor. and 45 seconds. This year, a record breaking 171 yachts The LO300 continues to support The started the race up from 128 in 2008! Broad Reach Foundation that benefits This year saw some format changes: great start and as expected, produced disadvantaged youth. Expectations are three single-handed yachts took part for challenging conditions. A westerly wind that last year’s donation of $13,000 will the first time; temporary race marks were took the fleet from the start line towards be exceeded in 2009 through funds eliminated; and the short course was Toronto Island and beyond. As the day raised from race activities and from par- modified allowing for small yachts to developed, the wind picked up and the ticipants’ initiatives. race spinnaker. Additionally, the event waves began to build. Lead boats enjoyed All yachts competed for the Sperry took bragging rights as Canada’s first reg- 15-20 knots. These conditions held Cup, which is awarded to the overall win- istered “Clean Regatta”. through Saturday night and into early ner of the race. Other major sponsors for Saturday dawned bright and sunny Sunday morning as Main Duck Island the Lake Ontario 300 included, A1 Air with good wind. The race was off to a approached. Conditioning, Air Canada, Alden Print Having rounded Main Duck Island, Management, Boat Gear Solutions, STEINER Marine Dealers in CANADA many were presented with entirely differ- Brickworks Communication, Canadian NOVA SCOTIA ent conditions. With the wind on the Yachting, Genco Marine, Gill North Halifax beam and significant waves, 15-18 knots America, Hub International, Scotiabank, The Binnacle www.binnacle.com were sustained partnered with 3-6 foot Skipper’s Plan Insurance, Mount Gay QUEBEC waves. Turning the corner at Ford Shoal Rum, North Sails, Pitney Bowes, and Vimont many prepared for 120 miles of pound- Quantum. Raytech Électronique Inc. www.raytech.qc.ca ing waves. When the wind finally Many yachts also entered a club team Dorval dropped to 10 knots, for most, it felt like into the Skippers’ Plan Team Challenge, Boathouse www.boathouse.ca they were standing still. which has become a race within the race.
Saint-Paul-de-l'Île-aux-Noix Past Rochester and continuing onto Skippers’ Plan provides the winning Marina Gosselin Niagara, the wind began to subside and teams with a d onation to their clubs www.marinagosselin.com the lake started to calm. For the boats Junior Learn-to-Sail programs. ONTARIO Tor onto close to the lead, rounding the Niagara Whether fully crewed, double, or sin- Genco Marine Limited mark early Monday brought light wind gle-handed, the Lake Ontario 300 is an www.gencomarine.com and a flat lake. Going from one extreme exciting challenge. BRITISH COLUMBIA Vancouver to the other, the 5 knots held for a short Maritime Services Ltd. www.tritonmarine.com time before putting much of the fleet in www.lo300.org park half way across the lake for hours. However, it was a record 10+ hour cross- Contributor Alex Libby is an independent ing of the lake for many. Loyalty and Incentives consultant who races Yachts, skippers and crews represented on Shock Therapy. Photograph courtesy of more than 30 clubs from both Canada Gord Timmis, also crew of Shock Therapy. www.steiner-binoculars.com
38 Canadian Yacht ing September 2009 www.cymagazine.ca Chester Race Week 2009
By Lynn Helpard pers who came to race. There were a few CHESTER, a charming little town in tense moments on the Alpha course Nova Scotia welcomes more than 143 leading to two protests. yachts and 1,000 sailors, volunteers and Several skippers congratulated the supporters every year for Chester Race committee on a large regatta extremely Week, boasted as being Canada’s largest well run and said they will be back again awarded during the regatta, some from keelboat regatta. Racing started on in 2010.“What makes Chester Race the very early days of the event that histo- August 12th, with brisk winds and all Week such a success is the generosity of ry states started in 1902. The windup on eleven classes raced. However, Thursday our valued sponsors and the hard work Saturday evening featured the band Lucas saw very little breeze and most races of over 200 volunteers” said Mary Paton. The last of the trophies were were cancelled. By Friday, blue skies and MacInnis chair of CRW. Principal Race awarded, the yachts put on their moor- fresh winds greeted the participants and Officer, Andreas Josenhans noted “after ings and the sailors enjoyed a great party. extra races were sailed to make up for 2007, we feltit was time to revitalize the The organizers are already thinking about the day before. The last day boasted light regatta with emphasis on world class next year. Overall Winner of the A1 breezes presenting problems for start yacht racing. After two years, we Handicap class and recipient of the cher- lines. Bravo course was moved seaward achieved most of our objectives turning ished CCA Trophy was “Pugwash” skip- to find better wind. Ver y little wind on this into a world class regatta attracting pered by David Murphy of the New York the Charlie course sadly resulted in the attention with yachtsman throughout Yacht Club. Bluenose Class races being cancelled Canada and eastern USA”. much to the frustration of the 25 skip- There are twenty-seven trophies www.chesterraceweek.com Steiner XP performance.
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Canadian Yachting Sends Two Readers to Scotland!
William Kassel (right), winner with friend Marty Atkins THE 2009 GREAT MALT CRUISE was a (left) and Greg Nicoll (middle). thrilling experience for winner William Kassel, Toronto sailor and past Isle of Mull. Some of the memorable Commodore of the Island Yacht Club moments were seeing breaching whales, who took his long time sailing friend swapping two bottles of wine to a fisher- Marty Atkins to join ninety other boats man for all the huge scallops they could sail the West Coast of Scotland. The possibly eat, and buying a kilo of mussels Canadian Yachting team of Greg Nicoll & for just one pound and tons and tons of John Kerr met up with the lucky duo at wind. The weather was great and the last the Talisker Distillery in village of day was spent reaching down the Stroaitf Carbost on Loch Harport on the Isle of Mull in 34 knots of breeze under just a Skye and shared a wee dram on their first genoa. The sailing ended in Oban where night at the Talisker Ceilidh. they were entertained and fed, with a The two adventurers were given cabins dram or three at the Oban Distillery. aboard a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 along “First class”, was how Bill & Marty with Skipper Graham Moss, cook Topi the tour, the boys headed off to explore summed the whole Great Malt Cruise and our friend Lucy representing Diageo the Outer Hebrides and eventually experience. Classic Malts, sponsors of the cruise. After worked their way to Tobermory on the www.worldcruising.com/classicmaltscruise
AquaPalooza Breeds Enthusiasm
ENTHUSIASM is indeed contagious and with their dinghies or personal water- there are few things more satisfying then craft, visiting fellow boaters or going when one enthusiastic boater meets through the shallow waters to the another and another! expanse of the magnificent sand beach That was the idea behind the original that served as the backdrop. creation of the AquaPalooza events. It’s a “We are extremely pleased at how big idea too. Sea Ray dealers all over things turned out at our AquaPalooza North America hold AquaPalooza events. Signature Event this year,” said Rob This year, we attended the AquaPalooza Noyes, vice president of marketing for event held by Skyline Marina on Sea Ray. “It shows that Sea Ray continues Saturday, July 18 on Georgian Bay at to invest in the future of boating. Giant’s Tomb. AquaPalooza is about sun and fun, great We joined dozens of other boats “on music, and togetherness with family and ing community. “Thank you for doing the hook” in the lee of Giant’s Tomb friends. That’s why it is open to all this,” posted AquaPalooza attendee where we enjoyed the day’s activities and boaters, not just Sea Ray owners, and it Jonathan Kinsely on Sea Ray’s Facebook live music by “Passport” who were play- will always stay that way.” page. “You are doing the boating world a ing from an anchored barge near shore. The event not only provided a good great service.” Many people eased through the crowd time for all, but also energized the boat- www.aquapalooza.com
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the tendency for the alcohol content to absorb moisture from the air and through condensation until it “phase separates” into a black sludge that can disable the engine. “E10 will also absorb water directly from humidity in the atmosphere through fuel vents. In 100 days at 70% humidity E10 can absorb enough water to phase separate. E10 is only good for 60-90 days if left without treatment. Non-alcohol based fuel stabilizers can benches and picnic tables welcome you for a few leisurely days at the end of a extend the life and their use is recom- to relax and enjoy the breathtaking view. summer cruise, Laurence and I tuck mended. Contrary to past practices it is The sand and shingle beaches on either Dreamspeaker into the northwest tip of preferable to leave boat tanks low on side of the spit are wonderful to explore Rebecca Spit, take a line ashore, adjust fuel; the more boats are used, the better it as they offer safe warm-water swimming our watches to “island time” and then will be. For winter storage, leave the tanks on the inside and a log-strewn beach- sit back to enjoy a glorious view out to as low as possible and treat what is left combing paradise on the outside. the Breton Islands, Desolation Sound with a non-alcohol stabilizer.” To savour one of our favourite spots and beyond. Now, let’s all hope for a short winter!
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September 2009 Canadian Yacht ing 49 CROS SING THE LINE By John Morris The Last Weekend in July…Every Year
LET’S CALL THE participants Sailors 1- but one long riverside frontage and the all bets are off. Apparently that meant 6. The venue is the Youngstown Level highlight of socializing was negotiating all everything was off including inhibi- Regatta quite some time ago. You may the rafts of C&C 34s, 8 metres and J24s tions and, in some cases, shorts. The think you’ve already divined the story I jutting 20 deep into the Niagara River. antics of the gang aboard my innocent am about to recount, but oh no, this is That involved both athleticism and dex- boat still bring looks of amazement both true and tops them all. terity but usually resulted in spilling almost two decades later to people who Rewind: The Youngstown Level drinks on random crewmembers and witnessed them. Sailors 1 through 6 Regatta, held annually at the end of July, then becoming good friends. At this were testosterone-fueled, healthy and had a reputation that appealed in a pret- regatta, it was a fine tradition for making prepared to do pretty much anything in ty outstanding way to Canadians. Why? date connections while lining up for one the pursuit of a spectacular party. Six The simple answer is free beer, but there of the three available working heads crew aboard a small boat necessitates was more. Heading across the lake was Over many years at this terrific event, some intimacy and the group made the heading out of your mind, away from I have participated in a variety of enter- most of the opportunity. the reality of jobs and family obligations taining ways. I sailed my own boat. I’ve As I said, I did not attend the event to the world of wings, grocery stores crewed for others. I shopped at Yankee but when I subsequently saw a few pho- stacked with Genny Cream and no Liquors, ate truckloads of suicide wings, tos,I understood why I had received for- impediments to fun beyond the Rules of ground winches wearing white plastic mal (and to their credit restrained) Racing. No protests even – just fire up painting coveralls on The Freddies’ boat, communication from the Youngstown the boat and you’re in another universe brushed my teeth with Bud and annual- Yacht Club, my fleet and a lot of individ- for the weekend. ly crawled across the YYC lawn as the ual sailors suggesting I pursue bowling Today, the Youngstown Level Regatta sun came up. as a hobby. continues, although the weekend escape Against this background of a chaotic The mop up was complex: many does not. 9-11 was likely the turning and traditionally wild party, here is my letters of apology were accompanied point; after Homeland Security got hold story warranted as 100 % true. My first with pleading and promises that of it, the ‘crossing the lake’ ritual sud- foolish decision was to choose a trio of nobody from my boat would ever denly required paperwork and some- talented sailors (S1, S2, and S3) to crew again purchase groceries without thing more than a friendly tip of the in the Thunderbird Worlds that were clothes or engage in indescribable on- cocktail shaker to the American gen- scheduled for August. At the time I was deck shenanigans. darmes. The last time I sailed in the expecting the imminent arrival of our I scrambled to find new crew for the Levels, I stayed in Niagara-on-the-Lake – first daughter and couldn’t participate, Worlds (S1-6 were, of course, banished) hardly the same experience. But back so I (here comes the really BIG mistake) and somehow did OK. But every year, at then, we were younger and it was a very agreed to let the crew take the boat to the end of July, my thoughts turn to that different, very spectacular, definitive Youngstown. They, in turn, recruit three summer long ago when I was part of story of crazed regatta madness. more sailors (S4, S5 and S6) – lovely one of the most insane episodes in the One other unique attribute beyond ladies whose motivations I perhaps annals of the golden age of racing. The free suds and level who-cares racing was should have vetted more thoroughly. sad part is that I wasn’t even there. Youngstown’s raft system. The club has As noted, once the lake is crossed,
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