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Capt referral
#102962
07/16/2016 07:58 AM
07/16/2016 07:58 AM
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Posts: 48 NYC
stephenr
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Good morning ttol
We will visit BVI for the first time after the new year. Just my wife and I on a Monohull
Based on our unfamiliarity with the waters, moorings and anchorages and to assure a more relaxed and easy trip we will hire a Capt to join us.
Any recommendations for hiring a Capt privately? Thanks for any suggestions and help.
Steve
Steve
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Re: Capt referral
[Re: stephenr]
#102963
07/16/2016 09:22 AM
07/16/2016 09:22 AM
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MrEZgoin
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If you are chartering, I would always get the captain through the charter operation. Any side arrangement risks complicating the liability for all parties.
M4000 "Lio Kai"
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Re: Capt referral
[Re: stephenr]
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07/16/2016 05:48 PM
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sailingbvi15
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As a charter capt for lots of years, we would suggest that who ever you are chartering your vessel through, you talk to them, tell them what you are looking for in a skipper and somethings about yourselves. Your experience, what vessels that you have skippered, where you have sailed, how frequent.
I would think that you would want to be a major part of handling the boat, and trading off helm watches and navigation duties. Also, wondering if you have a BVI Cruising Guide that you can study, and select what islands and anchorages that you wish to visit.
There is a lot going on during your departure day. Chart Briefings, Vessel Systems Check out, loading and stowing provisions, and personal gear.
It really is important to learn all of the systems, rigging, instruments, lines, and inventory on board, and the skipper can help you out with all of that.
Just FYI, and how we would handle it to keep life easy and smooth.
The reason that I say, since this is not your own vessel, to have the charter company that you are with provide a skipper is that insurance is covered, the capt is well acquatinted with the vessel and the systems, knows the procedures of the company, and everything will be easy and smooth. NO surprises. Plus any problems with the vessel he is going to get them solved in short order.
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Re: Capt referral
[Re: sailingbvi15]
#102968
07/16/2016 05:57 PM
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stephenr
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Thank you for the great comments. I understand the advantages of using a Capt through the charter company and will certainly explore that option. Was just curious to see what comments and suggestions would come from this group, if I see any specific recommendations.
I have the cruising guide and am reviewing all. Thank you
Steve
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Re: Capt referral
[Re: sailbynight]
#102972
07/18/2016 01:02 PM
07/18/2016 01:02 PM
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LorettaFig
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We got Julian as our Captain randomly thru TMM on our first charter a few years ago. (for an ASA certification sail) We recently contacted him directly and were able to have his wife Monique @SunfunBVI Vacations ( www.sunfunbvi.com ) secure the boat we had picked out thru BVIYC at the same price so we were only dealing with a single company. He certainly knows the area, is a lot of fun and is willing to let you do as much as you are capable/comfortable with.
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Re: Capt referral
[Re: sailbynight]
#102973
07/20/2016 09:52 AM
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stephenr
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thank you again for your comments and suggestions... all good.
Regarding the use of a capt, i am fine with the boat. My wife will be happier with another sailor on board to relieve her of any heavy responsibility with the boat. It's really about having that extra hand on board and having someone with local knowledge as we have never been to BVI before.
thanks again for all the great tips! Steve
Steve
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