Blog Post
Troubles at the Marina
Lowell Sheppard • Aug 25, 2019
...one of these boats is mine!!
Don't worry, my boat is the one on dry land. However, the image of the sunken boat, sent to me just a few days ago, was uncannily similar to the dream I had of Wahine
sinking in the slip, a couple of weeks ago. I woke with a start, but it was not a nightmare. Rather, I took it as a reminder to inspect all of the through holes
to ensure that they were all okay, and also to have the bilge pump
repaired ASAP.
Then, Wahine's gear box went on the fritz, and I was told the mechanics would have to take her out of the water. I felt frustrated, on the one hand, because my training would be interrupted, but on the other hand, I welcomed the opportunity to check the nether regions of Wahine.
So, yesterday, with two friends (Claude and David) helping me, I did exactly that. The through holes seem okay and having given the bilge pump a thorough inspection to try to figure it why it was not working, I decided to buy a new one. Thanks, Amazon! You saved me 30%. David and Claude, what you are saving me, is immeasurable!
I am also very grateful for three Founding Sponsors
of the Keel Club
(Round 1) for helping me get the boat. Although I will navigate the Pacific alone, I need help getting to the starting line. Round 2 of the Keel Club
is seeking 22 people to join the team. A big thank you to Hekabio/Rob Claar
for being the first!
