[C320-list] Is it or isn't it time for a new avenue

[pat reynolds]

 Marlo.  Every year for the last five years is the year I am going to quit racing and sell the boat.  Why I don’t is a mystery.  I too am retired and now alone and at 86 have little sea legs left but I am also fortunate to have a crew who all have sailboats, one in the Caribbean so I don’t lack for companions or sailing opportunities.  I think the reason is because of all the great moments and memories locked in that 32 feet of boat.  As I get ready to pay the slip fee and think about the spring boat work, 1995 aging engine, sagging cushions and other 27 year old systems I am again thinking about how this is the year I sell the boat.


    On Friday, February 3, 2023 at 08:58:45 AM CST, Marko Jamnik via C320-list <c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:  
 
 Glad to see the email activity happening again.

Current topic is, should I sell my boat? My boat is a ’95-304. My boating journey has been focused on casual lake sailing in the area of Lake Ontario. I’ve been retired and a widower. I have found myself over the years to be sailing less, partially due to the loss. Moving forward I still enjoy a good sail, no more racing. I’m sure there are other members who are contemplating their next move. Selling a boat that’s been a big part of someones life is very difficult. There’s a huge sentimental value there among other things. Any advice for this young old timer would be much appreciated.

Sorry I didn’t have any technical request in this email.

Regards
Marko Jamnik

Marquesas 304
Lake Ontario