Well, I feel pretty embarrassed to tell this story, but it’s bound to happen, and I have a question regarding it. We had a ‘Hobie Open’ day here promoting the sport. Get some newbie’s on the water. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> Went really well, got lucky with the weather. But, in order to sail offshore here, you have to navigate out a reef. So, with two boats heading out, lovely wind, both skippers (well I was and I assume the other too) going through the drills to maximize the session, we smacked right into each other on opposite tacks! <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> Great <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> I was on starboard (but I’m not concerned about that) and we T-boned (with him on port). Beside who was in the right (it happened) I’m concerned about the boats. My port hull shows a small chip right through the gel coat and under part (4mm-0.2inch). Thought I’d sand it down, deep, to clean out and patch with epoxy? My big question is, although all else looks ok, what should I really check? I’m concerned that this may be a case of, this is ok, but your pylons are now stuffed. Just want some opinions if that’s ok? In case I should check other parts…
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Thanks
Clint
Last edited by Clint_SA; 11/13/06 06:13 AM.