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  1. YachtForums, Apr 29, 2011
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    YachtForums

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    I was in Port Canaveral this week for a sea trial on the new Axcell 65 Catamaran. Across the dock, I saw a sailboat owner 'preserving' his boat for the next owner...

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  2. Rene GER, Apr 29, 2011
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    Cockpit: Check
    Cabin entry: Check
    Deck: Check
    Mainsail: Check
    Foresail: Oh no, it's unprotected :eek:
  3. vivariva, Apr 29, 2011
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    There are also boats with side covers protecting the entire blue gelcoat against UV. Probably on the same page as this one?
  4. NYCAP123, Apr 29, 2011
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    Please tell us that he has varnished decks :eek: and this is not just so he won't have to oil the teak.
  5. AMG, Apr 29, 2011
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    I have my varnished deck covered when it is too hot and sunny...

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  6. SeaEric, Apr 29, 2011
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    Yes, When you have varnished trim and decks and lots of teak, you keep it all covered.

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  7. Yacht News, Apr 29, 2011
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    .......:D