This isn't a maritime link, but since most sailors drink beer and like guns, here's a link to the legendary Montrose Beer and Gun Club in Houston. When you have a lot of time, read the archives. http://www.montrosebeerandgunclub.com/Home.html
"Michael,
From experience over three keel boats a fully battened main is almost a requirement.
Not only will it make dropping the sail into the boom bag far easier it certainly reduces any flogging and vastly lengthens the life of the sail. While…"
"Hi All,
french built 2010 43 has been very dry down below but now a slow leak has occurred which is showing at the limber holes under the floor board in forward cabin. Bilge pump goes every 3hrs for 20secs. Not sure if it’s fresh/rain water or…"