What would you like to see in Catsailor Magazine?

I'm just trying to catch up on some catsailor issues, and I was reading the recent article about the Tradewinds Regatta. I saw where Rick made some comments about the trim on a particular boat going around a weather mark...I want more of that. Tear it up Rick! How about a "Catsailor Photo Critic" or "Rick's Unsolicited Coaching" column? If you see me doing something wrong, publicly humiliate me for it! (I'm being serious). One things' for sure, I'll never do it again! <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

That's a great question, Jake, and thank you for asking it.

Tangentially, I would also like to ask how many people who frequent this forum know (or don't know) that there IS a print magazine, "Catamaran Sailor," which is now in its 13th year of publication.

I do and I subscribe to it - I figured it was the least I could do in return for the awesome information to be found here; and I encourage everybody else who has not done so already to do the same... <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Mary:

Been a subscriber since I found the site.

Doug

Jake, excellent idea. I thought the same thing when I saw that in Catsailor. A whole page or one photo a month would be cool. After purchasing Rick's instructional series I quickly learned he can put a lot of critique in to very few, very understandable words. My favorite page in every issue is Rick's racing tactic tips. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Sounds like a monthly column where someone who gives Rick a high-quality photo of a sailboat on the course (upwind, or down) and he (or other experts - champions, designers, etc.) could pose their critique of the various aspects (hull trim, weight placement, sail trim, etc.)

Maybe have a tech tip column as well, outlining the latest tweeks that the champs are using (should they choose to disclose it)

And a column for the Franken-boaters on what to consider when adding a spin to a particular non-spin boat, hooters to Waves, switching rudder systems, adding wings, etc.

I'm sure there would be a lot of contributing writers out there on the above topics.

Although, I must admit I haven't seen an issue of catsailor in a while. Must get that straightened out today....

Jake, do you work for the circulation department at Catsailor? That was a smooth pitch there.... <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

no, but I'm trying to ease my guilt for being behind on my subscription fees. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

Since it has been a while since I've glanced at one (still neck deep in "The Idiots guide to parenting", and my personal favorite "Do Diapers Give you Leprosy?"), do they still have the monthly tactical situation and answer?

After getting some pics of our Fleet in the recent issue, I proudly took the issue to our invasion of Annapolis night, and found a bunch of people asking "what's that". I will try to spread the gospel a little better to the locals...

By the way - I remember from days gone by that you all have said that if there is an event coming up and we'd like a stack to distribute at the event we just need to ask. Still true? I can think of a couple of good applications of that...

Hopefully I'm also fully paid up on my subscription...

Yes how about notifications when our subscription runs out?

Just ask and we will drop ship the number of issues you want for your event.
Rick

Talk to Mary.., I have been attempting to do that for over a year. We are a small staff and do our best, however, but way overworked.
Meanwhile, just look at your mailing label. In parenthesis after you name are two numbers, i.e., (0406) That means your subscription expired in April (the 04 part) in 2006 (the 06 part)
Most folks, upon discovering they are very late, send in the money for all the back issues and add enough for another year or two, so that way they don't have to worry about it for a long while.
thanks,
Rick

<img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />OK people listen up.... In this electronic age just put a reminder note on your calendar as to when you need to send in your subscription. I can honestly say I've never been late with my renewal because I don't want to miss what is going on. (even if I belong to the dead boat society)
Don't forget to send in pictures & stories to Rick & Mary, it makes for a better Mag. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

OK, I'm going to subscribe; But Jake keep the Dam* cameras away from my boat, I have enough trouble as it is. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Awesome!!!! Great !!!! Good for you!!!! <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
It is amazing, but almost everything sent to us IS PUBLISHED! Keep those cards and letters coming!
I really believe the folks from all around the country (world) like to know what is happening in other parts. I know I do.
Rick

Rick:

You are doing a GREAT job, both with site and magazine. I will be headed your way Friday. I will go back and get the boats later. Going to keep them at Gulfport Sailing Center. Will see if I can get enough for a seminar when I get there.

Again, keep up the good work,

Doug Snell
Hobie 17 #007 "Stress Free"
Mystere 4.3 "Half Pint" #149
Sunfish

ME!

as in this,

Maybe this one will workie, sorry

STARFISH! (and geesh, get some downhaul on - speed wrinkles are for monohulls.) <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

HA! - beat me to it. Skipper and crew closer together, too, please. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

I suggested for Mary and Rick that they should start a video/image feedback/coaching service some years ago. Looks like the interest is there, but Jake and John are doing it for free <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Why have nobody commented on the twist in the mainsail yet? Looks like Chris&crew are missing a lot of power, even if the angle of the photo is a bit awkward.

Perhaps because the telltales are flowing. At some points coming out of the little Choptank the conditions went from upwind to close reaching with the puffs.

John and Jake,

Come-on you guys, that is the best you got? What about the missing jib battens? <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />;

I’ll take the free critic anytime and it doesn’t have to be so polite.

For context, other pictures can be found at http://www.teampotc.com/ Go to the Photos Tab at the top. I just tried the linky and it is down, maybe for maintenance.

Keith, thanks for trying to back me up. I’ll recall that I was slower than the two leading N20s.

See attached schedule and come show us how its done!

Chris - I'll only defend the twist and some crew placement. I was watching the downhaul setting and reminding myself that you came from a half-boat background...

Everybody was faster than us that day until we figured out the jib slot thing...

Yes, the site is currently down today. The site was really hard to update, so Wendy completely redesigned the back end for me over the weekend. We've got one last issue to iron out, and I expect the site to be back up and running tonight.

Sorry for the inconvience.

Alec

Please don't elaborate! <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Nice...

Anyway, the website is back on line with some cool updates. Check it out at www.teampotc.com

Alec

your css is messed up. The article fonts aren't consistent <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Man, if it's not one thing it's another. Thanks for the feedback, I'll try and take care of it tonight.

Alec