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Australian Import Duty Costs
clairemaslin@googlemail.com
We are intending to sail to Australia with a British registered vessel, VAT
paid. When we arrive we are hoping that we will have a full migration visa
for Australia. Does anyone have any experience of what this may mean in
terms of us having to officially import our boat into Australia in terms of
duty and sales tax? Is it possible to have the yacht remain in Australia in
our ownership without incurring any costs? We would not be seeking to sell
the boat in Australia, just to maintain ownership and sail her within her
waters. Worst case scenario is when would duty be liable? Comments very
welcome!
Claire Maslin
Buying a used sailboat from the US
canalta@albertacom.com
We are looking in to the purchase of a 47' sailboat in Maine, leaving it on the dock for 3 months until all refitting is done and cruising to the Caribbean for an extended period. We are Canadian citizens and wondering the costs and documents needed to complete a private transaction. If anyone can advise us?
Claudio
Indonesian Customs Bond
val@noonsite.com
Noonsite would like to hear of the experiences of any cruisers who have visited Indonesia recently. In particular, if you were, or were not, asked for a bond based on the value of your boat. How long did you stay and which ports did you visit? Was the bond returned promptly on leaving the country?
The Sail Indonesia organisers are most concerned about this issue and any (suitable) comments will be forwarded to the Customs Office in Jakarta.
Passage from E. Cuba to the Bahamas
michelsarolea@yahoo.com
Starting around the 10th of April 2009 we intend to sail from the Eastern point of Cuba towards San Salvador in the Bahama's. Afterwards we 'll sail to Bermuda.
Any advice concerning problems with expected currents, winds, waves, much appreciated.
Greetings from the "KREIA" (NL).
Request for lightning protection information
May 08
a4woo54@hotmail.com
Having suffered one lightning strike in a Croatian marina which wiped out most of my electronics I don't want a repeat performance. I have tried to find if there is any way to minimise lightning damage but to date it appears that we have to rely upon luck of not being struck. I'm intending crossing the Indian Ocean at the end of the south west monsoon where my little mast would be the only lightning conductor.
Any ideas to mitigate potential damage would be most welcome.
David Woods, S/Y Nicola
Routing Questions for the West Pacific
http://www.noonsite.com/Members/sue/R2008-09-18-5
Please see questions posted by a cruising yacht planning a Pacific crossing in Spring 2009 via the web link.
Safe Long Term Marinas in Central America
panorth@alaska.net
We just purchased a boat in Florida that we need to move to Alaska. We are looking for information on where people leave boats in Central America and Mexico when for some reason they must leave their cruising life behind for a while. We expect to leave the boat for about 10 months each time. Any information that can be
offered and recommendations for safe havens will be greatly appreciated.
Amanda and Phil North
S/V River Wind
Salvador, Brazil, Secure Hard Standing
robandnatalie@gmail.com
Can anyone recommend a secure hard-stand storage facility (and provide contact information) for a 44 ft/ 18 ton sailboat in the Salvador area????
Thanks, SV Wilhelm
Anchors for the Med.
breakaway@gimail.af.mil
I arrived in the Med recently and have heard that I need an anchor which is designed to set in grass and weed and that my trusty CQR does not fit the bill.
I have information on the Spade, Manson Supreme and a Bugell design locally produced in Turkey. The Manson would be my first choice but would have to be imported from the USA or UK.
Can anyone give me information regarding importing to Turkey or Rhodes. The Turkish Bugell is the least expensive but I have no information as to whether this anchor is well made or reliable. Information and experiences of these anchors would be gratefully received.
Richard Heywood
Yacht Breakaway
Aquapro Inflatable Boats - Warrantee Claims
auspray@gmail.com
We purchased an Aquapro SMR 901 (Polymar) inflatable boat in October 2006. Within 6 months of purchase all of the handles and fittings started to fall off. We have experienced on-going problems with the manufacturer, RFD Australia, getting them to firstly acknowledge our claim and more recently coming to an agreement on a satisfactory resolution. Have any fellow yachties experienced similar problems with their Aquapro inflatables and/or dealing with RFD Australia. Kevin Comer
Information on Forward looking sonars
emilio.colomer@hotmail.com
would like to know from somebody with experience in this equipement if we can
trust in them.
Which is the brand more reliable?
Motomarine Stuffybox
sally.kemp@yahoo.co.uk
We just had a Motomarine Stuffybox seal put on the propeller shaft. We find it very simple and the production quality very low (in terms of packaging, info sheet etc.) Just wondering if you can advise of others´ experiences with the longevity of the seal or the relative value of the system compared with other types. We had a Volvo system in mind instead of the Vetus we have on (which failed due to a clogged inlet pipe) but they have been hard to deal with (we are in the Cape Verdes.) What are the relative merits of the various systems? Perhaps there is a chat group for this topic? Sally
Perkins Engine For Sale
prestonsontour@hotmail.com
I have a 1988 Renault Vanguard bus fitted Perkins 6 litre, 6 cylinder engine, only 100,00 kms. I have been informed that this engine is generally used as a marine diesel. I am
no longer using the bus and consider selling it for spares. Any help or advice would be welcomed. My mobile telephone number is + 34 962255112.
Self Steering Solution
rtrowbridge@svprecipice.com
I have a gaff rigged Bristol Channel Cutter and would like to devise my own self steering solution. All of the self-bult steering solutions I know of use the backstay, which I do not have. I am looking for someone who has a non-commercial self steering system for a boat with an outboard rudder. I know about sheet to tiller and other sail to steering methods. I would like to build a windvane without reinventing the wheel. Thank you in advance.
Rolland Trowbridge.
Watermaker in Cold Climates
jon@explorenorth.no
I'm planing to install a watermaker in my Ovni 435 this winter. Next year I'm going to circumnavigate (try, anyway) Spitbergen and as most information about watermakers only state how well they function in 25 degress of water (extremely seldom in Norway, and not possible in Spitsbergen) I wonder what your experience with watermakers in cold climate is? All input will be highly appreciated.
Best regards, Jon
78 ft Sloop For Sale - Palma Mallorca
www.symoonraker.com/sale, grahamandjanet@symoonraker.com
FOR SALE PRIVATELY
MOONRAKER is a 78 ft sloop custom designed by Van de Stadt and built by Kelly Archer, Auckland, in 2000. We crossed the Pacific in her in 2007 and she has proved to be an ideal
blue water crusing yacht, easily managed by a small crew. Full details and photographs can be found on the website. Location Palma, Mallorca. Price USD 2,995,000.
AMEL Super Maramu 2000 - For Sale Privately
www.conforto.com, amel.super.maramu@gmail.com
This well designed, low maintenance, strong and safe vessel is the ideal bluewater passagemaker for a cruising couple. S/V MIRAYA now offered for sale by its first owner. She is a 16m GRP Ketch with a 100HP engine. Built (2005) in France, then sailed to Trinidad and the Caribbean's. She is now waiting for its new owner in the East Mediterranean. For further details, manuals, video and photographs check the website.
Catamaran Partnership Share For Sale
http://web.mac.com/cettel/Sailing_Catamaran_Partnership/Welcome.html, cettel@me.com
43' Fountain Pajot Membership Share F/S $16,000. Visit website for more information.
Robert Cettel
Charter Yacht For Sale
September 2008
http://sale.catamaran-thailand.com, cyrille@boonty.com
Opportunity to get into a new venture with this charter business. Amaia Co. Ltd is now for sale in Phuket (Thailand) as its owner is preparing for a round the world trip with his familly. Amaia is a Nautitech 47, very well equipped and the charter business is very profitable. This is a great opportunity for someone seeking a change
of life and wishing to settle in a warm country like Thailand. The yacht can be seen at the website listed.
Regards Cyrille.
Mira 35, Richard Woods Design For Sale
www.sailingcatamarans.com, btcbmcglyprkr@tiscali.co.uk
"Meerkat" Mira 35 Richard Woods Design
Asking price £39,900 (reduced) but all offers will be considered. Full details at www.sailingcatamarans.com.
Ovni 385 for sale
Tel:Mob : +33 (0)6 50 35 50 45, Fax:Skype Id : ovnidunet
http://ovni385.free.fr, ovni385@free.fr
After a long blue waters cruise around the world, Vega is looking for a new owner to discover new horizons... Launched in 1998, this Ovni 385 is a very nice unit, well maintained and looked after. You can discover more at our website or contact us by email. Didier Delalleau.
Sat.Phone Minutes For Sale
info@gfs-events.com
I would like to place an ad to sell airtime minutes for an Iridium Sat. phone. The details are as follows:-
We recently purchased 500 airtime minutes for an Iridium Sat phone from mailasail.com as we were scheduled to sail the ARC etc. Unfortunately we were unable to make this voyage and would like to sell these fully transferable minutes. We paid $775 for 500 minutes
and there is close to that amount left. If you are interested in making us an offer please call either 07703547700 or email.
Philippa
GirlsForSail
Suunto D165
bjpage@networksplus.net
Greetings. New in box Suunto D165 compass for sale. Due to a order foul up I have an extra one and would like to sell it. I paid $1,300AU for it. Check out the specs for it at www.suunto.com. It is a wonderful compass, top of the line, world balanced, large 165 dia. used in around world races. Discounted price to you $1,000 AU.+sh. Bob Page.
Xantrex XS400 Sine Wave Inverter
boatcomono@yahoo.com
New in box Xantrex XS400 Sine Wave Inverter. 400watt/110v pure sine wave inverter - West Marine price $459.99 USD- will sell for $275 USD. We are presently in Marti Marina in Marmaris, Turkey. Will LaFleur.
Buddy Boating up West Coast
jstrecker50@gmail.com
We are in El Salvador, Central America (October 2008) and would love some company up the West coast to San Diego, California. We are a 50' Jeanneau International sloop. Crew or another boat buddy.
Regards, S/V Fancy
Kurt and Jill Strecker
Finding a group to sail around the world
fred.welter@itt.com
I plan to retire March 2009 and sail around the world. I'd like to find 3 to 6 other boats who would like to do the same thing then. Fred Welter.
Humberto Di Palma
Hdipalma@empaquesplasticoscr.com
I have a 37´´ Silverton twins gas 454hp and i am thinking to go from South Florida to Costa Rica.
Somebody can help me, and give me a safety route and ports to charge gasoline.
Looking For Dave on Chameleon
arawana72@hotmail.com
Can any one tell us how to get in contact with this guy please? We had heard of him when we were in Gladstone, East Coast, Australia. He had good knowledge of the weather patterns between NZ and Tonga - which was a route he travelled regularly. Mary Grant.
RTW trip
posted March 08
battleaxeno2@hotmail.com
Hi all, we looking for fellow adventurers to go RTW on our 40ft.cutter rigged Carter 39 leaving from southern Spain end of September 2008. Getting the boat ready now and we're going out whenever poss testing equipment ourselves and the boat. Looking to go to Brazil first via Canaries Cape Verdes and then to Salvador de Bahia no time limits no PCness NO cold water sailing we speak fluent english, french, spanish,
portugese and german aboard so no restrictions on nationalities if you are interested email us or phone Spanish mobile 0034 636128392. Jon Malcolm
Update Sep ´08: We have had a dropout so one place still available for Brazil. Will be at the boat show Mon, Tues, Wednesday to meet anyone.
Sailing to Africa
May 2008
bortobasisa@yahoo.it
I am Elisa, 26 years old born in Italy. I am travelling around South America since 1 year ago. I am now in Brazil and I am going towards Africa. I am looking for a boat to cross the Atlantic sea. I would be pleased if you need a crew, I can help with any job there. I already have few experience with sailing in the Mediterranean sea. Please contact me if you can help. regards, Elisa.
Seeking Crew 2008-2012
circumnavigate06@bellsouth.net
I've recently purchased a 44' Diesel Duck steel trawler with a 400sf sailing rig for stability. My initial trip will be in May 2008 from Houston, Texas to Miami, Florida, followed by a trip from Miami to Baltimore, Maryland. In May 2009, I plan on a 5 month cruise that will include Newfoundland, Labrador and the Grand Banks. In 2010, the cruise will be about 7 months and will extend to Hudson Bay and Greenland. 2011 will find the boat cruising to the Galapagos islands followed by a 2012 cruise to Alaska.
I would like one or two crew members for each/all of these adventures. If you have interest, please contact me directly. Thanks, Tommy.
Un-Charted Sandy Banks in Coral Sea
Wanting Information on Hauling Out in Belem, Brazil
Cyclone Season in Fiji or New Caledonia?
Missing Madeleine McCann
http://www.findmadeleine.com/, investigation@findmadeleine.com
Sailors visiting ports in Morocco are asked to be vigilant by the Missing Madeleine McCann campaign as there have been alleged sightings of her in Morocco and Madeleine could have been moved from Portugal via boat.
Sailing Networks
http://crew.sailingnetworks.com/crew/browse_profiles
Social networking site for sailors.
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