Capt’nKarl
Well-known member
- Joined
- Feb 22, 2013
- Messages
- 624
- Fluid Motion Model
- C-242 C
- Hull Identification Number
- FMLT2330I718
- Non-Fluid Motion Model
- Previous R-21EC
- Vessel Name
- DRAGONFLY
After being cooped up all winter we finally had a nice weather weekend to get the boat in the water. I'd done all the maintenance I could think of...oil,fuel and coolant change, belt adjustments and general eyeballing. All systems on Maneo seemed to be in good order, but were we ready? We'd decided to launch from the Air Force Base marina at Hurlburt field. We'd done this a few times and knew all the tips about launching from this site given the wind and current issues. From Hurlburt we would head West to one of our favorite spots; Big Sabine about 17 nautical miles to the East. The launching was flawless even as a dozen eyes stared at "such a cute boat". Sara held her fast in the Southern wind as I went to park the truck and trailer. When I returned one touch on the ignition switch and the reliable Yanmar diesel sprang to life. "Check for water" I asked my first mate and she rapidly answered, "good flow". I slipped the transmission into reverse and we glided out. Another perfect launch.
We entered the intercoastal waterway and headed west. The 3 cylinder Yanmar hummed at 2600 R.P.M making 6.8 knots against a light chop and soft Southern breeze. The sun felt magnificent on our skin; no traffic to speak of just a rolling pair or two of dolphin occasionally breaking the surface to keep you focused on the beauty of our waters. Into Big Sabine an hour before sunset anchored securely in 8 feet of water. A few mullet fishermen with nets were walking in the shallows catching a Southern delicacy. No worries. Watched the sunset, watched the stars and planned many more adventures. So, lessons learned? Do this more often. Enjoy the beauty of nature. Enjoy the joy of having a "cute boat". What a great trip! Oh, by the way, the entire round trip was done on 5 gallons of diesel.
Cheers'
Karl and Sara
Maneo
We entered the intercoastal waterway and headed west. The 3 cylinder Yanmar hummed at 2600 R.P.M making 6.8 knots against a light chop and soft Southern breeze. The sun felt magnificent on our skin; no traffic to speak of just a rolling pair or two of dolphin occasionally breaking the surface to keep you focused on the beauty of our waters. Into Big Sabine an hour before sunset anchored securely in 8 feet of water. A few mullet fishermen with nets were walking in the shallows catching a Southern delicacy. No worries. Watched the sunset, watched the stars and planned many more adventures. So, lessons learned? Do this more often. Enjoy the beauty of nature. Enjoy the joy of having a "cute boat". What a great trip! Oh, by the way, the entire round trip was done on 5 gallons of diesel.
Cheers'
Karl and Sara
Maneo