When was the Narca 5.2 built, early 80’s? Is it a good idea to take out such an old boat in such extreme conditions? Too bad but I’d presume it was not a big financial loss and certainly not worth risking ones life over. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" />

"House prices have risen by nearly 25 percent over the past two years. Although speculative activity has increased in some areas, at a national level these price increases largely reflect strong economic fundamentals." – Ben Bernanke – 2005