[Santana 22] Compass

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Sat Aug 24 00:02:50 EDT 2013

Hi Rande,
I would certainly have a compass if you're sailing on the SF Bay. We've been surprised by fog a few times and then a compass is a must. I have a digital compass, a Tacktic Micro compass, that is clicked in a holder onto my mast under the boom. Not the cheapest option ~ $350 , but very nice especially for racing. FYI i also tried a much cheaper digital compass, but that didn't have any precision and was useless,

Cheers,

Anna

On Aug 23, 2013, at 2:54 PM, Mark Langer <scautobody at aol.com> wrote:

> Rande
> As far as a compass its good to have as a back up but I would invest in a basic GPS. It can get you home in the dark or fog with greater precision, and gives you speed and can even give you charting, for as little as $150.
> As far as reefing, Santana's are pretty much factory reefed unless you plan to be sailing in 30 plus knots for long periods of time. I have owned my Santana since 87" and have sailed if for many hours in 30+ knots without a problem. It's a great heavy weather boat.
> Happy sailing,,,you have picked a great first boat, just have your standing rigging checked by a pro before any heavy weather sailing, it could save you buying a new mast. They can also show you how to put in a reef if you still want one.
> Cheers,
> Mark
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> 
> 
> On Aug 23, 2013, at 11:15 AM, Rande Peterson <rande.peterson at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
>> Hi all,
>> 
>> Rande the newbie here. My 22 is poorly equipped and so I am trying to get some basic items installed. Any of you got some good advice on a good economical compass setup? Where to place the compass? What kind and/or brand? 
>> 
>> Also, at the risk of starting a debate, I'll ask this question; what kind of reefing system do you tuna skippers prefer? 
>> 
>> Thanks in advance for any help
>> 
>> Rande Peterson
>> Great Salt Lake (i.e. home of the world's saltiest sailors)
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