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    Posted: 30 Jun 05 at 6:21pm

He can't spell though.
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n theres an aprentice joiner ova here that will take payment in the form of sailin trips in fast sail classes 
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House extensions, you'll be needing a carpenter then.  I know one.
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Cheers Dave, sound advice....Thought I might have to get in touch with my feminine side for a horrible moment.  I realise it is wrong to assume all humans have similar physical talents as ourselves.   (I sympthise on the tax. Had similar issues over them mislaying my tax returns, and had to go all the way to the county court...fortunately I won......I think....).

If I make it down to Lancing I'll give you a shout.  Have to wait for the house extensions to be completed first.
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I had similar problems when I owned a Finn, ( before the thieving Ba$%£"& tax man investigated me for no good reason and I had to sell it to pay the fines and back payments all of which were totally fabricated by a complete $£%$%""!$ who really enjoyed his job and just needed a good slap with a Finn center plate).

They are in awe of you and your craft.  Just enjoy it.  If it really does become too much, then ask them if they would like you to take them for a spin.  If they are strong enough to drag the beast along the slipway they will be able to handle the sheet loads.  The type of loads that are generated from when boats were built for real men. Many will bottle it immediately and never bother you again, incase the offer is repeated, but those who are brave enough to try, will be hooked and join the class.

(ps if you are ever short of a crew then let me know).
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Dear Dave

As an Osprey sailor, I am constantly bothered by Assymetric jockeys admireing the fine lines, good looks and blinding prformance of my boat and its crew.

What advice would you give (barring the obvious physical deterrents), to curb the rabid enthusiasm of these poor creatures?

Yours.

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As I explain to my apprentice from time to time, some things can't be taught or bought.  You've either got it or you aint.

Maturity, wisdom and some good humour, you are an excellent judge of character.
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like the sort of gift u can pic up in the gift shop?? or the sort that comes from maturity wisdom n some good humor
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It is a gift
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dave that is so true. im always left to tidy up.

dave i have immense respect for u. how do u know these things
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