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Re: M_Boats: Monty 17, #24
by bownez＠juno.com 04 Dec '13

04 Dec '13

Hi Tom, That is a good question for Jerry. There does seen to be a number of yellow hulled M17's from the 1976 early era. I have seen several in Minnesota. Sailboats Inc. was a dealer of the Montgomery line here back then, and sold many. Mine is a 1976 hull #92, with 3 gudgeons for the rudder. It is a soft, faded looking yellow. The later yellow models seem a much brighter yellow, almost an OSHA bright. Jerry must have really been cranking out boats then, Larry's1976 M17 (which was at Havasu last year) is hull #200. Mine could benefit from some gelcoat polishing, but, I'd rather be on the water with her. I'll try to attach a pic. It was taken in the Apostle Is. on Superior last July. Later gang. Bones ____________________________________________________________ Do THIS before eating carbs (every time) 1 EASY tip to increase fat-burning, lower blood sugar & decrease fat storage http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/529f3c7e2a60e3c7d372ast03vuc

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Re: M_Boats: Monty 17, #24
by bownez＠juno.com 04 Dec '13

04 Dec '13

Tom wrote: If yours is as sweet as Larry's, Bones, that's a club I'd join. I'm working on it Tom, Larry sets a rather high bar...... I can't wait to see his efforts on his new boat "Blackfish".... Bones ____________________________________________________________ Do THIS before eating carbs (every time) 1 EASY tip to increase fat-burning, lower blood sugar & decrease fat storage http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/529f3d715781b3d716230st01vuc

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Gotta love these fireside chats; sorry M-boats don't make good ice boats!
by seable＠lava.net 03 Dec '13

03 Dec '13

This boatbuilder has been refurbishing his so solid 1991 M 17 located on Kaneohe Bay, OAHU! On fresh trailer, with choice of aux power; She is available for purchase / perhaps charter! We all know they can sail TO Here; I’m planning my bold circumnavigation of Oahu. After this, I will announce my itinerary to San Francisco...Panama...Jamaica... Ft. Lauderdale. It’s a fun tour; but last time I did, the boat was longer. (cost more through the canal too!) So if you have had enough slaloms under London Bridge, try GOOGLE Kaneohe Bay... even the MOTH fleet comes here to play! It is our finest playground, with unfortunate S&H. AlooHa! Philipp @ seable(a)lava.net

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Re: M_Boats: P-15 vs M-15 vs CP-16
by SALGLESSER＠aol.com 03 Dec '13

03 Dec '13

Hi Josh, I remember Craig mentioning this concept in an editorial. I think it's a good idea, but I think it will take a while to nail down a format that appeals to all. Comparisons are always difficult because much of this opinion is emotional. Which boats? Should we add the XYZ? Comparisons are best done with boats sailing together, very difficult. I believe you guys will develop a good format. You have the skill, knowledge and the passion. I look forward to reading and watching. sal '86 M15 "Justus" In a message dated 12/3/2013 10:13:14 A.M. Mountain Standard Time, smallcraftadvisor(a)earthlink.net writes: Hi Folks, We're taking an unusual tack with our next feature-length boat review— we're going to do a comparison of the Potter 15, Montgomery 15, and Com-Pac 16. We're not looking to bash any of these boats, we just want help potential used-boat buyers understand the relative pros and cons. As always we'd like to include feedback from owner-sailors. If you've owned or regularly sailed any TWO (or all three) of these boats and would be interested in participating (and possibly being quoted), please send us an e-mail at: smallcraftadvisor(a)earthlink.net and we'll return our survey questions. Thanks for your consideration. Sincerely, Joshua Colvin Small Craft Advisor PO Box 1343 Port Townsend, WA 98368 www.smallcraftadvisor.com PH 800-979-1930 PH 360-379-1930=

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P-15 vs M-15 vs CP-16
by Small Craft Advisor 03 Dec '13

03 Dec '13

Hi Folks, We're taking an unusual tack with our next feature-length boat review—we're going to do a comparison of the Potter 15, Montgomery 15, and Com-Pac 16. We're not looking to bash any of these boats, we just want help potential used-boat buyers understand the relative pros and cons. As always we'd like to include feedback from owner-sailors. If you've owned or regularly sailed any TWO (or all three) of these boats and would be interested in participating (and possibly being quoted), please send us an e-mail at: smallcraftadvisor(a)earthlink.net and we'll return our survey questions. Thanks for your consideration. Sincerely, Joshua Colvin Small Craft Advisor PO Box 1343 Port Townsend, WA 98368 www.smallcraftadvisor.com PH 800-979-1930 PH 360-379-1930

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Re: M_Boats: P-15 vs M-15 vs CP-16 Opinionated rant AMWS
by GILASAILR＠aol.com 03 Dec '13

03 Dec '13

Really? You are also a Contributor - now get that next article out,'What if any difference is there between a Downhaul & Cunningham' - inquiring minds want to know. I question the method of report,as the number of people who have/do owned at least two, or have regularly sailed them will ,as most do, have opinions based on what they are sailing now. How about an independent person - having owned none of them, evaluate and compare/contrast the individual models? A number of periodicals have done this - sometimes NA's avail themselves to the task and have usually given fair reports -my opinion and worth what you paid. I don't think we need to see a Potter/Montgomery/Compac booster-fest. The need for comparative info as proposed has become increasingly necessary with the lack of "Stocking Dealerships" IMO - pictures on the inter netz and bulletin boards of loyal brand/model owners does not make for clear or objective decision making for purchases. Rumor has it FrankB and Company are looking at delivering new boats right to your slip using drones. I applaud the SCA's goal, but think there may be a more informative manner to achieve the results. I enjoy the periodical - good forum quality magazine - I am NOT bashing SCA here. BTW - have owned one of the mentioned craft and sailed two for substantial lengths of time - I would not respond as I am biased - we return you to the regularly scheduled programming followed by news updates. who else? GO In a message dated 12/3/2013 5:03:19 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, jerry(a)jerrymontgomery.org writes: I'm too biased! jerry ----- Original Message ----- From: "Small Craft Advisor" <smallcraftadvisor(a)earthlink.net> To: <montgomery_boats(a)mailman.xmission.com> Sent: Tuesday, December 03, 2013 9:11 AM Subject: M_Boats: P-15 vs M-15 vs CP-16 Hi Folks, We're taking an unusual tack with our next feature-length boat review— we're going to do a comparison of the Potter 15, Montgomery 15, and Com-Pac 16. We're not looking to bash any of these boats, we just want help potential used-boat buyers understand the relative pros and cons. As always we'd like to include feedback from owner-sailors. If you've owned or regularly sailed any TWO (or all three) of these boats and would be interested in participating (and possibly being quoted), please send us an e-mail at: smallcraftadvisor(a)earthlink.net and we'll return our survey questions. Thanks for your consideration. Sincerely, Joshua Colvin Small Craft Advisor PO Box 1343 Port Townsend, WA 98368 www.smallcraftadvisor.com PH 800-979-1930 PH 360-379-1930 -- I am using the free version of SPAMfighter. SPAMfighter has removed 9664 of my spam emails to date. Get the free SPAMfighter here: http://www.spamfighter.com/len Do you have a slow PC? Try a Free scan http://www.spamfighter.com/SLOW-PCfighter?cid=sigen

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Monty 17, #24
by Chesley Sugg 03 Dec '13

03 Dec '13

Hi, Went to look at a 17 today with a eye to buying her. #24 , "Boojum" has been in the same family since she was bought new in 1974. The boat has been passed from father to daughter i(n her 70's now) and the boat is finally up for sale. They still have the original invoice. Cost new about $3900. It really interesting to look at this early boat. It doesn't seem to have cored decks. The stiffness of the deck is from glassed in tubes under the deck and around chain plates. There is no stern locker. The port cockpit locker is large and goes to the hull. The starboard cockpit locker is small, located at the stern of the cockpit and also goes to the hull. There is a marine head (totally shot) with seacock. Stern has cutout for motor. It has split backstay but no adjuster. It has 2 sets of pintles and the rudder looks much shorter that currently used (maybe owner mod. but pintles look original) The centerboard trunk looks very thin. Much thinner than my 81 15" or any other 17s I have seen, No built in water tank. VERY small "bilge" space..... full of water. The hull gelcoat is light blue. The downsides.. I have never seen a boat with more worn gel coat on the deck. There are places in the cockpit where the glass is translucent from wear. This boat was used! The owners have left her in the water with centerboard down for at least 11 years. The bottom has been painted a couple of time. A couple of years ago, we had a hurricane and she was washed up a drainage creek. and the board was pushed up in her. It hasn't been down since. All cushions gone. Still using ORIGINAL (40 years old) sails from Costa Mesa sailmaker... and amazingly they still look ok. There is a trailer but it need a total rebuild. They have a really nice Evinrude yachtwin 4hp. The boat is just too much work for me. I'll stay happy with my 15. Chesley Sugg M-15 # 153 "Mouse" New Bern, NC

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The website
by Thomas Buzzi 01 Dec '13

01 Dec '13

Hi, I just realized that it has been over a month since I received any emails from the Montgomery site. Am I still on the mailing list? If not, how do I get back on it so I receive the emials? thanks, Tom B

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80/20 Rule or 2014 WICR/Potter Leukemia Cup fundraising
by GILASAILR＠aol.com 24 Nov '13

24 Nov '13

>From Frederic Berg posted on 'Scuttlebutt News'- "Success in growing the sport has to recognize the 80/20 rule. 80% of sailing should be fun recreational without structure or limitations. 20% should be racing. Until clubs in America embrace this fundamental truth, sailing will be in decline." Have you had your 20% of racing recently? We here at Team WrinkleBoat have been sailing at the Leukemia Cup regatta for years now and have an annual ran-tan/'championship race' in conjunction with the Arizona Yacht Club's Birthday Regatta (54th birthday ! !) and Leukemia Cup Regatta. I am asking for your support of the Leukemia Cup either at your local event or if not there then please visit our site for support https://www.leukemiacup.org/pages/az/ayc14/TeamWrinkleBoatFleet 2014 WICR/Potter Invitational Regatta _www.wrinkleboat.webs.com_ (http://www.wrinkleboat.webs.com/) in support of the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society's Leukemia Cup Regatta - If you can't race to support the LLS - Please consider supporting the event at our Fleet webpage : https://www.leukemiacup.org/pages/az/ayc14/TeamWrinkleBoatFleet Team Wrinkleboat Fleet- Sailing Fast to Stop Leukemia - This community has been generous in the past and we all appreciate the help. Thank You for your support! It means a lot to all of the participants and the folk who benefit from LLS research. Thanking You and ALL participants in advance. GO PS - Last year was the first year we did not have the boat 'named' for a L/L patient.

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Montgomery 6-8 for sale
by Thornton Wilkinson 21 Nov '13

21 Nov '13

I have listed my Montgomery 6-8 for sale on the MSOG.org site. It is in very good shape. There is some cosmetic gelcoat repair. I have the rudder for it as well. It is located in the Phoenix, AZ area.

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