On (24 May 95) Dan Ceppa wrote to Mike Neverdosky...
 DC> concerned.  Though level racing would be ideal, the PHRF
 DC> at leasts gives its fair raise in adrenaline!
Actually, my favorite racing is one-design.  Standardizing the boats
makes skill the determining factor.
 MN> It is usually better to go with a small, solid and simple boat with
 MN> a very easy to handle rig.
 MN> The junk rig is a very good choice.  Refer to "Practical Junk Rig"
 DC> This is true, but it's unfortunately not my "type" of boat.  They
 DC> look neat, but I'd never want to own one myself.
I support the right of everyone to choose the boat they like.
 MN> When in doubt, choose a smaller boat and a bigger anchor.
 DC> Plus a spare or two anchor as well!
I consider the minimum to be three (3) anchors, each with chain and
rode for anchoring in the deepest water expected.
mike
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