Huckins was one of the first to use ALEXSEAL Paint and we have painted 100s of boats with this product.

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Squall lines can quickly triple the amount of wind you’re dealing with and have the potential to do damage if you’re caught unprepared. Once the squall hits, preparation is over and it’s up to reactive seamanship skills. While your strategy should depend on many factors (your boat, sea conditions, proximity to land, etc.) here are a few things that are helpful in most circumstances: 1. Reduce sail area early. Considering dropping sails entirely depending on conditions. 2. Ensure the crew puts on proper gear such as Lifejackets, Foul weather jackets, tethers, etc. 3. Take note of where you are & where you were sailing to. Be aware of any nearby shoals or reefs. 4. Prepare for poor visibility. Turn on running lights, monitor VHF ch16, have an airhorn accessible, etc. What else would you add to this list?

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Moments in Time will be at the Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show with Sail Away Catamarans on April 26-28, 2024. Now is the time to come and see her for yourself. If you see Toni and I wandering about, come and say Hi. Toni created a facebook page to stay in touch https://www.facebook.com/SV.MomentsInTime Annapolis Spring Boat Show info can be found here: https://annapolisboatshows.com/spring-sailboat-show/

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