Has anyone out there got second hand sails in good condition that they would be interested in selling. It is to fit on to a Hot Boat (Shiraz). I am based in...
I had a great race today until all of a sudden there was a cracking sound and when I looked back I saw the rudder breaking off and floating away. I therefore...
See http://rules.microclass.org/document6.html Phil ... From: Terry To: MicroClass@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, June 05, 2005 9:31 PM Subject: [MicroClass]...
For the record I've just bought Gem micro no. 40, "gazelle". She is based at Poole yacht club - launched 28.6.05 Is there a UK Gem or uclass web site? Anybody...
I have managed to get a new Rudder custom made out of 4 pieces of Mahogany glued together. I still need this to be oiled and varnished over the next couple of...
Better build from scratch, does not need to be alloy, or just use an anodised tube, I think 1.2 in outer diameter , 1.o ineer, should be enough. Phil ... From:...
Hi there... Has anybody any information on keel winches for the GEM? The design on the one (no. 40, Gazelle) I've just got is not good (an understatement). A...
Can anyone give me some hints/advice regarding the above. I've taken part in 5 races now,the only race I did well in was in light winds. For example I raced...
Not sure about the similarities in the gem and the micro but I found similar issues when I started sailing my micro. Although it feels like the boat sails...
Hello Micro Class, I am a GEM owner from Germany. 4 Years ago I baught the boat (Sail-No. 67) from an old man in germany. The boat was in a very poor...
hi Alan im in the same situation as you learning a new boat. you say shrouds are tight. they are a method of changing the sail shape slightly before you use...
Hi Robin Thanks for your invaluable advice, I seem to be ticking most of the boxes apart from having the main luff tight, but I think that is down to the age...
Alan, Depending on the stiffness of the mast, the cascade kicker may not have the expected effect. I don't use it usually with a stiff mast. And oversized...
i had similar problems recently took my main into our local sailmaker who has a set up rig in his loft. his diagnosis was head board was drilled at wrong point...
Hi I would be grateful for any advice on making sure my Hot Boat (Shiraz) is set up correctly. Any help on this matter gratefully received. Really enjoying...
Hi, I have just found this group and am about tio trawl through it and see what is going on in England! I have a share in a Stephen Jones Micro 18, so any info...
There were several very good cruisers and racers for sale after the World Championship, including the winners in Racer division and the first 2 in Cruiser...
I was wondering if anybody would be interested in having a Microclass get-together at some stage. Perhaps a race or just a cruise to get started. If anybody is...
Anyway, you are always welcome to continental regattas, like the Micr'Eau d'Heure in Belgium, October 16-17th There are opportunities to... a.. meet...
Thanks Phillipe, I am not quite ready yet to pop over the channel. Need to get better equipped as far as towing is concerned. 1 A new trailer. 2 A new car....
Not sure that I am. I have a car. It is too small to tow the boat. I have a trailer, in a poor state, not fully roadworthy. I have a boat, some of the buoyancy...
Hi Terry! Where are you based? If you are interested in organising something and are not too far from Kent (100-150 miles?) then I would be very happy to help....
I am based at Greenwich Yacht Club in London http://greenwichyachtclub.co.uk I appreciate your offer for assistance however so far this is the only response I...
Thanks Terry, I was also thinking of informal ;-) I know the thought of a measurer is scary but we are ok I promise! I would love to come up for a sail, and...
Hi Guys, We now have 7 possibly 8 that race every weekend, but fairly informally. They are all Gems and Micro 18's which seem pretty evenly matched. I nearly...
Hi there, Manningtree in Essex is the location (multimap CO11 1AU), but we're coming up to the last sail of the year for this season. However, it would be good...
I have heard that there are a few of you round there although I never realised you were on the group yet. Good to know. Just had a quick look at my charts. I...
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