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On Nov 14, 2020, at 14:36, Steve Trapp <stevetrapp@q.com> wrote:
I have had the same experience in Olympia for several years, where our wet winters tend to last from November through June. Park your trailer with the tongue down so the cockpit moisture will drain. Steve M-15 # 335
-----Original Message----- From: Dave Scobie Sent: Saturday, November 14, 2020 7:56 AM To: Peter Zimowsky ; For and about Montgomery Sailboats Subject: Re: M_Boats: Winter storage
I usually best the M15 a little now down to encourage water to drain from the cockpit.
As long as there is a gap at the bow and stern so the tarp doesn't trap any moisture you should be good.
I've stored boats outdoors through the wet Seattle and the snowy and very very cold Colorado winters with no issues.
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On Sat, Nov 14, 2020, 5:44 AM Peter Zimowsky via montgomery_boats < montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com> wrote:
Hi folks: A note on winter outside storage if you use your boat in colder months. My M 15 is covered with a tarp over the mast like a giant tent. After each use I make sure all water drained on drive home. Make sure no debris like leaves clogging center board slot so it will not hold water in cockpit. I use an electric motor in winter and the outboard is stored in garage. Hardly use motor - sail from and to dock. All electronics with batteries are stored in a backpack that goes in and out of boat with each sail day. The front of the trailer is lower than back to allow water to drain thru CB slot. And no accumulation in cockpit. Even though boat is covered wind may send snow or rain inside. Although we can have 40 degree days it gets down in 20s at night and ice can cause damage. I check boat every day it is covered for water and ice, except when traveling. Haven’t had trouble. Anyone have ideas? Pete Chinook Breeze
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