u/infield_fly_rule — reddlx

30 to 40kn cruisers

Question for the mature cruisers. Not Capt Ron. I am a reasonably good sailor. I’m being modest. I’ve raced lasers at a high level and raced my own boat in Bermuda. I have many tens of thousands of miles under my keel over several decades. But I am always timid over 30kn. It’s like it is exponential. 20 is fine. 25 ok. 30aws? That’s where I cry uncle. Even in a very capable boat. Was in 50 today. 53kn to be precise. It all worked out. No damage and no injuries. But does this become normal to anyone? This is part of what is keeping me from crossing the Indian Ocean. I am okay for 15 or 45 minutes in a squal. But for a day or two? No thanks.

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u/infield_fly_rule — 1 day ago

▲ 0 r/AmazonVine

Negative review removed!

I’ve been a vine member pretty much from the beginning. At least 15, maybe 20, years. I have always written fairly short punchy reviews, and the new evaluation system generally rates my reviews as fair or poor.

However, this particular review initially received an excellent rating. It was a very poor product and I gave it a very negative review with one star and a lot of explanation why the product deserved a one star review.

The review initially posted and was fine for a week or two. I just noticed, however, that it has been deleted and my account has been blocked from leaving reviews of this product.

Has anybody seen something like this before? I have not. It certainly appears like they have actively blocked a negative review of the product. Although widely suspected, I’ve never actually seen this with any hard evidence. But I don’t see any other explanation for this. And yes, I am still an active member of Vine in good standing.

u/infield_fly_rule — 4 days ago

▲ 1 r/RepWatch

[WTB] USA/NY Metro Patek 5726 Blue

I would like to buy a 5726 in Blue, but will only buy in person in the NY metro area. Meeting in public place.

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u/infield_fly_rule — 2 months ago