T&T: Wireless headset for docking (Ed Wilhelme)

[Rock Bradford]

mostly we see wireless headsets in conjunction with matching,
color-coordinated fanny packs just perfect for the yachting trendsetter.

rock bradford
Cygnus 44 "Magpie"
Luperon, DR

On Thu, Apr 9, 2009 at 11:47 AM, Ed Wilhelme <eawilhelme at comcast.net> wrote:

> We too have found the Cruising Solutions headset to be a great addition to
> our docking tools. Our last boat was a Europa style which blocked the
> skippers view from the bridge of anyone from the center of the boat to the
> stern.  The communication provided by the headsets pretty much negates the
> issue. We also found that with the headsets, the line handler could easily
> become the skipper and vice versa. My reach is a bit more than the admirals
> which allows me to more easily set lines on dock cleats.  The admiral's
> less
> aggressive close quarters style allows for some very smooth docking.  When
> I
> am down at water level, if anything is amiss, I can simply (and more
> importantly, quietly) suggest an alternative thrust or direction. We highly
> recommend these units, just change the 9 volt batteries once a season and
> you are set. As an added bonus for year round boaters in the Northwest, the
> Cruising Solutions headsets also keep your ears warm.
>
> While our current boat is a sundeck style trawler that provides much better
> outside visibility from the bridge, it is still nice to be able to quietly
> converse while docking, the tension level is reduced to about nil. Practice
> sessions with the headsets are also a breeze without the stress of raising
> your voice in anxious situations.
>
> The usual disclaimers, just a satisfied customer.
>
>
>
> Ed Wilhelme
>
> 36 MT Sound Travels
>
> Poverty Bay Wa
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