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Anchor Handling

Ever had your anchor drag or listened to anchor horror stories from your boating buddies? Captain Chris will have a hands-on demonstration to put your mind at ease. Learn about which anchors are right for the sea floor conditions and why. Different types of anchors, how much scope and when you may select chain vs. rope are some topics we’ll explore. Just what IS a snubber and where can you find one? Join Captains Chris and Alyse for this interactive presentation and we promise you won’t have to clean mud off the deck. […]

Experiences From Kadey Krogen 58 owners Sam & Anne Pratt

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Here’s a note from Kadey Krogen 58 owners, Sam and his wife Anne who take time from their business, Rockland Manufacturing, to cruise around the Chesapeake Bay in the summer months. They can also be found aboard their KK58 on the Treasure Coast of Florida during the winter and early spring. Traveling with the Pratts always includes their “girls” Patsy and Tina. Thanks for the good wishes! […]

Curtis Stokes Says Thanks

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Curtis Stokes is a professional Yacht Broker with offices in Fort Lauderdale FL. Our paths crossed most recently during a lengthy sea trial and survey. In the end, buyer, seller and broker were all pleased with the outcome. […]

Grand Banks 46 – SOFT LANDING sends thanks

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Capt. Chris, I thought you would enjoy an update on Soft Landing….I just wanted to let you know we were enjoying the boat and to thank you for all your help in getting us off on the right foot….(click title/scroll down for full comments from Soft Landing)
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A REFRESHING TRAINING REFRESHER aboard a Krogen 48

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If you had the opportunity to receive professional training on your new trawler, that may also be the last one you get. From then on, you’re on your own. Of course, if you buy a used (experienced) boat, the training comes with the user manual! After knocking around the idea of couples coordination and communications on Krogens, a few of us thought that a hands-on refresher training session would be very worthwhile. […]

Kudos from Krogen Owners

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The following is an article written by Pam & John Loving owners of Kadey Krogen COMPASS ROSE for their Kadey Krogen Newsletter. Thanks so much to Pam & John and the entire Krogenite Krew. It was a fun day on the water and we are so pleased you asked us to join you! (READ MORE…):
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Swift Trawler 42 goes to Chile Part 2

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Part one left us at the scheduled haulout to get the Swift Trawler 42 measured for a shipping cradle. Remember, its final destination is South America.
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Swift Trawler 42 Goes to Chile Part 1

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Vessel type/length – Beneteau Swift Trawler 42 foot
Engine type/Horsepower – Twin Yanmar 370 HP
Cruising speed – 24 knots or more economical 18 knots
Starting Location – Orange Park, FL
Destination (part 1) – Fort Lauderdale, FL […]

Compliments from Darling Kadey Krogen 44

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Buck and Haldine are the proud new owners of a Kadey Krogen 44. They planned to do the Great Loop in one year…until the cruising bug hit them. We have no doubt that one day the ends of the circle will meet but until then they are enjoying every moment of their journey as they meander about the waterways:
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