Conference unifix::sailing

2218.0. "Info on O'Day 20 needed" by STNKBG::MELENDEZ () Mon Jun 12 1995 19:36

Ahoy,
I am the proud owner of a 20' Oday sloop it is a day 
sailer and has a shoal keel.  I can sail this gem in 
less than 18 inches of water.  The boat has a plaining
hull and seems to be able to exceed the expected hull
speed, if I have on provisions (extra Weight).  The boat
sleeps 4 in a small cabin.  This boat has taken me to the
channel Islands (all of them) of California, San Fransico 
to the Mexican boarder and beyond.  After having read a 
few of the notes on the boat I guess the old saying what
you dont know can't hurt you is clearly true.  I have had
this boat out in heavy sea's and she performed well for 
me. This boat was purchased new in 1976 and I have replaced
the sail's and rigging.  Since my wife and I have had 
kids, I have not had the boat in the water.
I am in the process of getting it ready for the local 
lake's here in the Mojave desert.

If you have any info on these boats I would like to hear
from you.  I am also in need of a few new pieces of teak
and would apreciate any pointers to sources.

I am also interested in finding any old main sails or jibs.
that you might have that would fit this old lady.

Ah yes A tall ship (ok shorter than most) and a Star to 
steer her by.

Thanks for reading
Jose Melendez@CKO
Highd::melendez
DTN 520 3511

See note 527.8 for the best source for ODay parts and information.

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Tel 508-644-3001

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