Hi Jason. Thanks for the comment. I'm working on boat projects almost daily and will post some more videos soon. They are long projects so I tend to wait till I have good progress before I share.
We spent five months in the yard last year doing the same thing with our '82 Tayana 37. I removed every piece of hardware from our spars and repainted them. New rigging, new wiring, new lights...and for some reason I thought it'd be a great idea to repaint the boat while we were waiting on rigging. Hah. She turned out great though. It's a lot of work but well worth it.
A real sailor……I buy and sell Cape Dorys, Bristols since 1976 and at 106 and usually like to keep them original but if you are going offshore and a real sailor this video is for you.
Do you remain happy with your choice of a CD36. Granted you've made a lot of changes, but a a base do you feel you could've done any better. There are so many opinions out there from people that you really can't be sure are actually doing something. It seems you ARE. I think I see an attractive example that is a blank slate. Essentially unmolested, which is rare after 45 years.
Couldn't be happier. The reality is there are not that many boats built as strong as Cape Dorys, sail as well, and can be customized. West Sails come to mind but they are not as fine sailing, though they sail better than their reputation. Bristol Channel Cutters. Valiants. Great boats. There are a few others. Depends on what you are looking for. Pacific Seacraft are fine boats but they are expensive and have full liners like so many others so you are limited in what you can do to customize it. It's a personal choice. But if you want to go offshore extensively then you need a boat that is strong. That rules out so many other production boats. Choose wisely.
@@FarReachVoyages Appreciate the answer and I'd say that's a strong endorsement. I think I'm going to try to move on it. I lost what I think was a great deal on a Southern Cross 35. Aside from cored hull it seemed to be in the same league. Was an estate sale. Love your videos despite the lack of bikini's and fake emergencies/drama.
Hi John,
Thanks for sharing a slice of life with your family. It’s good to have you and the Far Reach back on the channel.
Hi Jason. Thanks for the comment. I'm working on boat projects almost daily and will post some more videos soon. They are long projects so I tend to wait till I have good progress before I share.
So good to see you’re back. I’ve really missed your down to earth video style.
Thanks very much.
We spent five months in the yard last year doing the same thing with our '82 Tayana 37. I removed every piece of hardware from our spars and repainted them. New rigging, new wiring, new lights...and for some reason I thought it'd be a great idea to repaint the boat while we were waiting on rigging. Hah. She turned out great though. It's a lot of work but well worth it.
Gorgeous boat!
Thanks.
Another great video! Thanks John. I don't know about others, but I really enjoy the project videos to see how you thoughtfully attack each project.
@@MichaelCilenti Thanks Michael. I appreciate the input. Glad to hear you find videos helpful.
Glad to see ya back. We have taken several trips out west and you’re correct about the wonderful views!
Thanks.
Man, you do great work, Perfectionist I’d say.
( I’m glad I didn’t work under your supervision- haha)
Love the boat, love your work, love the channel.
@@edwardfinn4141 Thanks Edward Finn. That's a very nice comment. Much appreciated.
Nice to hear you're back!
Thanks very much.
A real sailor……I buy and sell Cape Dorys, Bristols since 1976 and at 106 and usually like to keep them original but if you are going offshore and a real sailor this video is for you.
Thanks. Appreciate the comment.
Do you remain happy with your choice of a CD36. Granted you've made a lot of changes, but a a base do you feel you could've done any better. There are so many opinions out there from people that you really can't be sure are actually doing something. It seems you ARE. I think I see an attractive example that is a blank slate. Essentially unmolested, which is rare after 45 years.
Couldn't be happier. The reality is there are not that many boats built as strong as Cape Dorys, sail as well, and can be customized. West Sails come to mind but they are not as fine sailing, though they sail better than their reputation. Bristol Channel Cutters. Valiants. Great boats. There are a few others. Depends on what you are looking for. Pacific Seacraft are fine boats but they are expensive and have full liners like so many others so you are limited in what you can do to customize it. It's a personal choice. But if you want to go offshore extensively then you need a boat that is strong. That rules out so many other production boats. Choose wisely.
@@FarReachVoyages Appreciate the answer and I'd say that's a strong endorsement. I think I'm going to try to move on it. I lost what I think was a great deal on a Southern Cross 35. Aside from cored hull it seemed to be in the same league. Was an estate sale. Love your videos despite the lack of bikini's and fake emergencies/drama.