Pipes Output http://pipes.yahoo.com/pipes/pipe.info?_id=30f039ee89e2e6e246a81f0c23f4f16a Sun, 27 May 2012 11:38:37 +0000 http://pipes.yahoo.com/pipes/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/0AP-dGckgP8/showthread.php Anyone on the 13:15 Thompson flight out of Gatwick today going to the the Aktio marina's and want... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317293 Sun, 27 May 2012 08:59:30 +0000 Anyone on the 13:15 Thompson flight out of Gatwick today going to the the Aktio marina's and want to share a taxi this afternoon?]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317293&goto=newpost http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/AKri4SeAIe0/showthread.php I want to replace a very old Bfa liferaft with something close to its weight of 13.5 kilos. The... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317264 Sat, 26 May 2012 21:07:16 +0000 I want to replace a very old Bfa liferaft with something close to its weight of 13.5 kilos. The reasons include the fact that I am "getting on" and a bit battered, and a 25 kilo job would be too much to handle. Single handed most of the time all year in the Mediterranean, I am VERY occasionally joined by children or grandchildren, and even for the close coastal sailing we do together, the potential risk is something that nags me.

For myself, single handed, I am largely unconcerned since my boat anyway is described as "unsinkable" in the brochures. (and who could ever doubt the word of an advertising man) So the only real issue is fire.

In France light weight liferafts are unavailable, presumably the usual bulldozing attempt to protect local manufacturers. Internet searches have not borne fruit.

I have heard there is an Italian manufacturer EV (?)

Finally, while cost is always an issue, my main concern is WEIGHT.

Any ideas? I will tackle the problem of delivery whenever I get the right product.

Thanks in advance]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317264&goto=newpost http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/O3nYeLFKof4/showthread.php Hi, We have a Volvo Penta 2040 and it seems air is getting into the cooling system, ie the... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317224 Sat, 26 May 2012 12:43:50 +0000 Hi,

We have a Volvo Penta 2040 and it seems air is getting into the cooling system, ie the filler overflow cap is doing it's job, but it keeps on happening mostly when we are in idle. I have not overfilled the system. I ran the engine without the filler cap on for about 20mins the other day and that seemed to do the job.........famous last words. Now it's happening again. Any bright ideas on where the air might be coming from and where I can bleed it from?]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317224&goto=newpost http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/oYvnk1zLiIo/showthread.php Our yacht spent the winter on the hard in this marina. This charge was reasonable-but thereafter... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317178 Sat, 26 May 2012 06:03:49 +0000 Our yacht spent the winter on the hard in this marina. This charge was reasonable-but thereafter nothing was reasonable. They have a reputation of charging for all sorts of unanticipated extras. For instance, our contract ran out on May 21st. We spent the five previous days afloat at the marina, and got charged for these days afloat as if we were new arrivals. .

What really annoyed us was that, five days later, we had to return for work on the boat's electrics. They charged us 90 TL for berthing for the day only-this did not even guarantee a berth overnight. It is a huge charge locally. To put it in context, on the following night we had a two course dinner for two including wine and beer for 100TL, a standard charge.
This included free berthing on the restaurant's pontoon.

The reputation of this marina locally is that they would charge for the air you breathe-if they could. Unlike other marinas they have few facilities, no swimming pool, like Turgutreis, the onsite chandlery was closed, it's a fair walk into town for supplies. Despite this, the staff were cool at best, and found it hard to crack a smile. Not a happy place.

The only good thing about our stay was that we used the services of HMS Marine Services. We can't speak highly enough of HMS or Huseyin Ay. It's almost worth putting up with the marina to have HMS looking after your boat, but, Huseyin, we think you should move your boats away.]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317178&goto=newpost http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/kE85VEayqSk/showthread.php I will be sailing round to the Med and plan to stay in Almerimar Marina for a few months,... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317176 Sat, 26 May 2012 05:05:47 +0000 I will be sailing round to the Med and plan to stay in Almerimar Marina for a few months, information has it that a third of berths are empty this year. Anyone out there who has visited Marina lately?]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317176&goto=newpost http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/rJbhWlYzkrw/showthread.php We will be mooring in Olbia next week. We have read the pilot's latest comment about possible risk... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317065 Fri, 25 May 2012 07:53:43 +0000 We will be mooring in Olbia next week. We have read the pilot's latest comment about possible risk of theft and would appreciate any members' update as regards security risks either tied up on the old commercial quay or at anchor off the same. Second, can anyone direct us to somewhere we can get our camping Gaz bottles filled or replaced? Last, can anyone give a strong personal recommendation plus contact details for a good outboard motor mechanic?



Many thanks



Stephen and Rachel

Breezer]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317065&goto=newpost http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/mFaHujzaNaE/showthread.php We are currently in Cascais - a wonderful place. We are anchored in the bay. We have been taking... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317064 Fri, 25 May 2012 07:52:16 +0000 We are currently in Cascais - a wonderful place. We are anchored in the bay. We have been taking our dinghy to the fishermans pontoon when we go ashore as opposed to the marina side, because its closer. For the first few days we did not have any problems. However, yesterday a bunch of kids (15-18) on their summer holidays decided that they would try and steal our anchor and motor. They had already stolen our petrol can and had hidden it amongst the fisherman 'debri'. When threatened with police they miraculously found the can and returned it. Luckily they could not get the anchor off and we arrived back at the dinghy as they were in the process of trying to get the motor. They also flooded another dinghy - just for kicks - that was moored nearby. It does not strike me as a place where this happens a lot though. It maybe a better option to moor at the marina side and walk the extra distance (not that much further). So far no one has had any problems with us mooring at the marina side and other boats do the same without hassles so I am assuming its ok.]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317064&goto=newpost http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/2GyNOZU9GLs/showthread.php The season has started early and Hurricane Bud (currently Category 2 and increasing) is due to make... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317023 Thu, 24 May 2012 18:43:52 +0000 The season has started early and Hurricane Bud (currently Category 2 and increasing) is due to make landfall west coast Mexico, Jalisco and Colima areas.

http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/?epac]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317023&goto=newpost http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/HD4Es1KYN0Y/showthread.php We came through Crotonne a couple of weeks back and went round to the Lega Navale to use the wifi... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317018 Thu, 24 May 2012 17:45:24 +0000 We came through Crotonne a couple of weeks back and went round to the Lega Navale to use the wifi whilst having lunch. The chap who runs the place is a Brit and he pointed out that the Lega has transit berths for the use of all passing yachts. They have 4 or 5 berths available through the winter and an additional 10 during the summer cruising season. The berths are cheaper than the remainder of the harbour and it offers excellent showers and bar along with berthside wifi. Know where we'll be staying when we return to Greece.

Berths are to port as you enter the harbour; there's a 'transiti' sign on the harbour wall.]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317018&goto=newpost http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/VrE-B5mUhvw/showthread.php Can anyone tell me what the going rate is at the moment for taxis from Aktio/Preveza Airport to the... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317004 Thu, 24 May 2012 15:56:31 +0000 Can anyone tell me what the going rate is at the moment for taxis from Aktio/Preveza Airport to the boatyards.
Thanks
Bill]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317004&goto=newpost http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/Rw9xKDs21LA/showthread.php Good time of day. Immediately apologize for my English. The essence of my message in the following.... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=316989 Thu, 24 May 2012 13:46:52 +0000 Good time of day. Immediately apologize for my English. The essence of my message in the following. I put my boat on the maintenance and improvement of the dock company Paleros. Order from them:
A. The installation of the instrument Raymarine E9 and its setting.
Two. The installation of solar panels and connecting it to power my boat system.

The company has agreed to my terms. I paid for the work they have been met. Then I set sail from the port of Lefkada in the Black Sea, but in the Strait of Baspor not far from Istanbul, the true test is not due to mounting solar panel fell off. Not only is my navigator E9 began to show no true test data. In response to my complaint or as a firm is not responding. The phone can not take, do not respond to e-mail. My opinion is a bad company and not have to work with them. Such an attitude towards the customer is not good. I am very disappointed in this service.

Regards to all. Please support me and leave your opinion.]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=316989&goto=newpost http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/6DPu4ScB1yw/showthread.php Does anyone have any personal recommendations for a GOOD marine surveyor experienced and... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=316981 Thu, 24 May 2012 12:57:38 +0000 Does anyone have any personal recommendations for a GOOD marine surveyor experienced and understanding of sailing cats. Preferably based in Cyprus or if not I might have to consider Turkey based.
Wayne]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=316981&goto=newpost http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/sGB5sgdNHlg/showthread.php Try as I might, I'm unable to find any websites providing info on marina rates, long & short term... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=316972 Thu, 24 May 2012 11:29:56 +0000 Try as I might, I'm unable to find any websites providing info on marina rates, long & short term anywhere in the Canaries. There are plenty of threads and websites describing marinas but none quote the rates payable. All the Portuguese marinas have websites with this info clearly laid in tabular form, do any of the Canarian marina have the same?

Failing which, are there any forumites presently in the Canaries who would be kind enough to post the actual cost to berth a 27 foot (8.15 metre) sailboat on a monthly or annual arrangement? My plan is to sail from Mallorca to Canaries in August and either cruise the Canaries for a year or more likely cross to the Carib in December, which is why I need both long and short term prices!

Cheers, Brian.]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=316972&goto=newpost http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/vJ4Xg57b8xk/showthread.php inside the harbour off the Club de Mar, as suggested in the RCC Pilot. Anyone tried this recently?... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=316956 Thu, 24 May 2012 09:20:38 +0000 inside the harbour off the Club de Mar, as suggested in the RCC Pilot. Anyone tried this recently? Dinghy landing? It looks an interesting town and worth a visit]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=316956&goto=newpost http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/YbwLiveaboardForum/~3/CEW4rUuLhIA/showthread.php thought i'd ask , been here a few years and now boats are on the move, all is calm and if you want... http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=316905 Wed, 23 May 2012 20:27:41 +0000 thought i'd ask , been here a few years and now boats are on the move, all is calm and if you want any info i'll be happy to help, we arrived here 5 years ago, our plan was to move on but plans change, we are based in Port Yasmine Hammamett, a relatively new marina,well laid out and not too expensive, we arrived here in 2007 almost by accident, it was in our plans but info was hard too find, met a delivery skipper in nazzare portugal he gave us some good info as his boat was here and off we went.]]> http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=316905&goto=newpost