Well....
Quote Originally Posted by Vendetta View Post
I love this kind of optimism! Being impulsive is one of my stronger character traits/qualities/flaws/things.

Buying a first sailboat, coming onto the VX forums for a primer, and then getting it in the water without so much as a command of the lingo or equipment. LOL That's awesome! We've lost way too much of this inexperienced enthusiasm. I'm really enjoying this thread!
...IMO , yes & no.

I am all for 'going boldly".......just dont put others in harms way when they have to rescue you.

I've seen WAY too much of that over the last few years.
("Stunt" sailors trying to cross the oceans in 7 ft dinghys..
..14 year old kids trying to sail around the world...all needing rescue!)

The advent of cheap GPS systems means everyone is a navigator now....
The reliance on electronics, that are inherently suspect around water..
... is at an all time high.

I am aware that Bob's situation isnt THIS extreme..
....but wind and water have have a way of winning.

Be bold...but be smart...plan ahead...
....but be SELF reliant, and have an emergency plan.

Jo