COM-PAC 23 SAILBOAT, FIRST OVERNIGHT ABOARD AND THERE'S A PROBLEM, IT APPEARS TO BE AN INSIDE JOB! 

I've done the majority of all my sailing alone. If I got a bigger boat, I think it would stay in the slip like most sailboats. I need a boat that I can grab and go. It needs to be able to take some waves, but also explore the shallows. Then after my fill, tie it up and walk away. Back to work. Thanks for watching.

Remember the words of Captain Ron "if it's gonna to happen, it's gonna happen out there boss"

Hey thanks! If both those boxes can be moved back, a foot of cabin space can be gained. I also need to come up with a better idea for the table. When mine is set up, I have no access to the v-berth. There are other boats in this size range that have open well thought out interiors. I'm jealous. I hope you enjoy your project. I appreciate you watching.

Yes and I'm slightly shy of putting holes in my boats. When I do, I want to live with it, happily. I'm like that with my cars also. Original as possible. Always thinking of the resale value toward my next one. But I think I'll hold on to this boat for a good long time. Thanks Squally.

Those are beautiful boats and easy to spot. There's not a lot of cats out there. I'll keep an eye out for you. Thanks.

Norway, wow! Greetings to you. It's so awesome to hear from sailors from around the world. I appreciate you watching. Sometimes I forgo the bungee and run a line from the tiller through micro blocks around the perimeter of the deck for complete steering control from any place on deck. Solo sailing is like racing. It can teach so much. I hope the Spring thaw arrives soon for you. Thanks.

Yes, it cost a little more, but I had to have it.

It’s certainly worth the extra effort to make things more accommodating.

Thank you! When my house sells it will be my part-time home. Has anyone ever lived on a CP23? I lived on my J24, how hard can it be? My new life of a minimalist nomad is finally taking shape. Thanks for watching.

That's awesome man. A refreshed boat with a fresh set of sails, adventure awaits. My sails may be original. They look as vintage as the vessel. I just watched a Precision Sails promo video the other day. The company owner seemed like a genuine guy with a great product. I'll definitely considered buying from them. And now it's Airtime! Thanks.

Thanks Randy! There are some inexpensive ones on Amazon. That's where I got mine. If I get a few years out of it, I'll be happy. I just love the idea of a protected main hatchway/drivers seat. I appreciate it!

I miss my CP 16. I hope you enjoy yours as much as I did mine. Thanks!

Both are a labor of love. Thanks a lot!

Hello, yes the chainplate backing plates and nuts are back there, but if slide the cabinet back a few inches I think I can still access them. I'm currently on the boat for a few nights and every inch counts. It's been the longest, hottest summer I can remember, but the cooler weather is coming and I'm ready to go sailing again.

That’s cool, I know you’re going to love it. If you’d like YOUR Com Pac 23 featured on my channel, I will be traveling a lot this summer and we could set up a tour and or a sail. Thanks and congratulations.

I live on PEI in Canada, by all means consider yourself invited.@@smallsailboatbigwater3959

Hello Mr. Jones. My favorite classified boat page is Sailing Texas. It's not just Texas boats. Boats from all over. I bought my CP16 there. I found my 23 footer on Facebook Marketplace. Sailing S.F. Bay would be amazing. Good luck with your search.

That’s because nobody wants 2 sell them! Just sail them! Great little boats! 👍

Ethanol in gasoline will gum up a carburetor if it sits too long. I've had it happen and the Honda dealer warned me about it also. Thanks for watching.

I show it here and there but I don’t have a video dedicated to it. I’ll go over it more next time I go sailing and make a vid.

Yes, I think that is what it was made for. Thanks for watching.

Oh... so I spoke to soon.... my question was answered just by watching a little further....

Hello, You are right. My boat came with an 8 hp and I felt it was too much weight that far aft and more power than needed. I'm really happy with my Honda 5 hp. I've had it up against waves and tidal current and it powers through just fine. Thanks Bill.

I run the setup two different ways. A straight line running the circumference of the deck and the other is the line and bungee way. With the bungee under constant stain it counters the opposite line. I pull it or release it to steer. In the video I believe I was making a course adjustment to port and releasing it turned the boat starboard to reacquire the course. I may have explained it poorly under sail.

Let me track it down and get back to you.

Hey John, it's the Honda 5 HP and I usually run it at around 60% throttle and cruise at 5 knots.

@@smallsailboatbigwater3959 thank you, I jumped the gun, you covered it well in the video. I am really enjoying your videos. Between the 19 and the 23 for Narragansett Bay.

I just watched a video on Narragansett Bay. Looks like great cruising grounds for small boats.