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to: HAP NEWSOM
from: DAN CEPPA
date: 1995-08-19 13:49:00
subject: C-Lark

-> On 08-17-95  08:33, Hap Newsom got back to Dan Ceppa 
 DC>Well, it's a "big" 14 footer that needs a bit of work.  I
 DC>figure it would be best if that I add what's missing, it
 HN> Keel or centerboard? I'm still looking for a Soling, having had very
It's a centerboarder.  I think it's aluminum, and seems to have 
a good shape to it.  I do much better to the wind than the Lido's 
do.   
 HN> the marina bulliten boards to see what they offer . Does your
 HN> c-lark have an aluminum mast?
Sure does...  As much as I like the looks of wooden boats, they 
are just too much work on a continuos basis.  
 DC>However, she's actually "comfortable" with the fun and is
 DC>looking to do that again!  Derrick says "I'll go, but only
 DC>when it's calmer!!!!!"
 
 HN> sounds like it was a blast! I guess it heeled over very well in a good
 HN> breeze eh? . That makes my wife nervous as well . That's one of
Just a bit, but my weight was usually enough to keep it flat 
without having to dump the main.  Derrick got pretty tired 
trying to sheet the jib.  Natalie did better, but she got 
even a bigger workout.  
 HN> the reasons we are looking at getting a soling....that puppy has a
 HN> healthy keel that makes it really tough to dump, but you can heel it
The C-Lark seems pretty forgiving.  I had the rail in the water 
only breifly and got back upright with no major problems.
 HN> chat with you soon, you know I'm jealous!
Don't worry, you'll find your Soling soon.  I'll check the 
BBS at the Marina here for you.  I don't remember seeing 
one listed, though...  
... Ho, ho, ho, and a can of gelcoat.
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