T&T: Love the sound of halyards

R C Smith Jr rcsmith at garrett-smith.com
Wed Apr 1 13:44:26 EDT 2009


"Al Dente" wrote:

> I have always tied off the halyards with bungee cords. Perhaps cruisers should
> carry a dozen and offer a couple to nearby sailing yachts with the innocent
> remark, "you must have lost yours, I have these extras that will let us all
> enjoy the evening's peace."

Ah, a diplomat, well said. And if the owners are not aboard, climb on and do
it yourself, which I have done on numerous occasions. Hopefully, when they
find the bungee "present," the message will have been delivered.

Bob
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