Recent content by BuckMontana

Thanks for the tip. I checked the current chain and the only markings I found were "CHINA' about every foot. But the existing rode will be stored for a stern anchor. I'll start anew with the right rope and chain for the bow anchor system. Thanks to everyone for their help and guidance. And --...

Thank you for noting. Chain is another area I'm trying to understand. The specs for rope and chain in the Lewmar manual for the standard gypsy, #503, that I believe I have are as follows: Rope 12 mm (1/2”) 3 Strand and 8 Plait Chain 7 mm DIN 766 1/4” ISO G4 1/4” BBB So I've been looking at...

This is most helpful and I appreciate you-all taking the time to provide your experienced recommendations. Your inputs also made me realize I needed to know more about my windlass; so I've read up on it. It is a Lewmar Pro Fish 700 with a gypsy for ¼" chain and ½" 3-strand or 8-plait rope. Also...

Hello Experts. I would appreciate your input on the most practical rope diameter and length for rode on a 23 Venture Sport. It currently has 135' of 5/8" 3-strand nylon with 15' of ¼" chain on a windlass. I believe I need more for anchoring in the Puget Sound. So: What diameter and length of...

Thanks for note about the May get together in Friday Harbor. Sounds like a great experience!

Thanks for sharing your experiences. I ended up buying a used 2021 Venture Sport from Master Marine. It was a good experience. The transaction was smooth and no surprises.

I'm looking at buying a boat and curious about experiences you have had with C Dory dealers in the PNW: Master Marine Y-Marina North Shore Marine Appreciate your comments.

2021 23' Venture Sport. Excited to get to know it!

Thanks guys. Found a nice Venture. Looking forward to using it.

Thanks guys. Great info. I’m going with the 23 Venture (Sport)

Looking for advice and opinion for the purchase of my first C-Dory. I'm a transplant to PNW with river sled experience in Idaho and BC. I'm retired and looking forward to "living the dream" - fishing and cruising the PNW, and maybe beyond. I'm 5 minutes away from a boat launch into the Puget...

Live on Bainbridge Island, Washington. New to the area. Want a boat for cruising, exploring, and fishing Puget Sound. Newbie to the power boat world. Looking for the 22 Cruiser or 23 Venture.