Recent content by Ron Bennie

Jim and Joan: I'm so sorry to read of your loss. I regularly update my wife as to what "Molly the C-Brat Cat" is up to. It was always a happy thought thinking what it would be like to be Molly for a moment... You gave her a wonderful life and shared that happiness with so many people. I'll miss...

I'm on here so much I feel like I owe you money. Thanks Da Nag and Tyboo... this site has enriched my life in so many ways! This is truly a case of doing more than you'll ever know... Ron B.

"and a gorgeous view of the mountains on Vancouver Island." Hi Jim: As usual, I am enjoying your pictures and commentary a great deal but the above quote made my heart sing. You were looking at my hometown of Union Bay (or at least the mountains beyond it). I'm so happy you're enjoying the...

Hi Don: I see these cars quite often around Calgary. They're sold by Mercedes-Benz and there are two dealers here: Lone Star Inc. (403) 253-1333 and... Hyatt Auto Gallery (403) 232-6400 I personally wouldn't want to be driving one here as our roads are rife with the largest SUVs and...

That's interesting Bob. When you compare the video of the TomCat on boatTest.com to their video here, the TC seems far more stable. I noticed that the more displacement style hull of the MC29 also causes it to pitch and roll a lot while underway and at the dock. The MC29 really lifts out of the...

This is absolutely NOT an ad. I've posted here off and on and I enjoy the site a great deal. If this is an unsuitable topic I respect the choice to ignore it or remove it. I'm just hoping for some lively discussion, and besides the TomCat looks even better in comparison... Ron B.

Anyone out there want to talk about boats? I really respect the knowledge and opinions from all the members here. While I know the subjects should stick to C-Dorys, I'm interested in any opinions about this new design, http://www.aviadesign.com/MC29/. Let it rip...anyone out there. I just found...

Hey Alan: You sound like me. Did you read the post I did "Can the 22 accommodate more than 3"? It's under Hull, Deck and Fittings. I got wonderful replies from so many people I admire on this site. Especially, take a look at Wayne's refits. There are definite opinions on what is workable mainly...

There are some new photos on the C-Ranger site of this beautiful craft. I'm not sure how long they've been there, but for anyone who likes to view poetry in motion...Wow! Ron B.

Hey Wayne: I caught sight of your photos earlier today before I noticed this post. I think you (and others) have convinced me that the 22 would make a great weekender for 4 with this type of modification. That's really all we want at this point. My kids are 9 and 7 and both are autistic. Yes...

Wayne: My jaw dropped looking at those photos when you first posted them. Fanastic idea and beautifully done I must say...you're inspiring. Ron B.

Dave: That's a very tidy solution...and I like how I end up with the C-Dory... R.B.

Hey wannabe! It is actually possible to pester someone into selling their boat. I know because I've done it before. Karma caught up with me though, and the whole hull blistered after the second season, so it's not a method I recommend. R.B.

I don't mean to steal this thread but I appreciate the suggestions. Pat, we do have Craigslist.com in Canada and I've been using it since I heard about it from your post...fabulous resourse I wouldn't have know of otherwise. We've had a discussion previously about making a CD22 work for 4 and I...

Here's another angle on this discussion...I have been boating this season with a 17' runabout I inherited. While I'm happy to be on the water again after selling my 22' sailboat, both my wife and I realize the best part about boating for us is the cruising aspect... overnighting, preparing meals...