I remember many three day blows hitting the shore on the western side of Barndoor where my family has a place. My Dad thought it was a good time to see if Boston Whalers were really unsinkable. I remember the sound of the outboard cavitating as the Bow dipped under the oncoming wave. We all had life jackets on even Dad. it tought us as Kids how to maneuver a boat in wind and swells. I also remember taking out a Hobie 18 in a three day blow...the fastest sailboat I have ever been on...hanging in the trapese and all.../ All good memories. The rule in our family is to watch the weather and don't wait to move the boat.
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