Yeah, what a cool idea. I would buy one just to mess around with. I'm glad someone is doing this.
2 2006-05-11 08:50:07
Topic: Cape Horn (5 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
Yeah... This is pretty stupid, but here it goes...
What does anyone here think about a Contessa 26 doing a trip from the East Coast of the US, through the Carribean, through the Panama Canal, out around Easter Island, then back up to where it was started.
How does that sound? Is it possible? Is the Contessa the best boat for the job? If not, what is?
3 2006-05-07 13:20:15
Re: 1985 Contessa 26 For Sale (4 replies, posted in For Sale)
Bill-
You have just sparked my attention. How much do you think the rest of doing the bottom will cost if I do it myself?
-Tom
4 2006-04-05 17:08:49
Topic: Cape Cod, MA Contessa 26 (0 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
I live on the Cape, and I was wondering if anyone had any info on the owner, who he is, and any info on the boat. BTW, the boat was listed in the registry.
Cheers
5 2006-04-04 14:00:50
Re: Contessa Advice (39 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
I'm Back...... 
8 2006-01-12 21:28:16
Re: Cheap Windvane (3 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
Anyone here know where I can find a cheap windvane?
Thanks,
Tom
10 2005-12-15 09:54:47
Re: Contessa Advice (39 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
Thanks to all! I'll keep everyone informed about my progress.
-Tom
12 2005-12-14 13:39:20
Re: Final call for Xmas wish list (19 replies, posted in Cruising)
Ok, I admit it, I do have a list Santa:
1. A Contessa 26
2. Sponsors to help me buy it if it's expensive
3. Laptop with charting software
4. Handheld GPS
5. Handheld VHF
6. Autohelm
7. Open 60 (Ha, Ha!)
8. A digital camera to share all those sailing memories
9. A camcorder to record sailing trips
10. The ability to get into a good college!
And Now I Can Only Say Please!!!!!!!!!
-Tom
14 2005-12-14 12:46:08
Re: Contessa Advice (39 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
Shannon-
I found a Contessa 26 for sale in Newburyport,MA. I live about 1 1/2 to 2 hours from there. It is cheap! $5,500 USD, to be exact. My school gets out for Christmas break this Friday, and I might go up and try to have a look at the boat. Thanks for the replies and advice from all!
-Tom
15 2005-12-09 09:21:51
Re: Mast Step (2 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
Hi-
Does the mast of a Contessa 26 step on the cabin top or in the cabin?
-Tom
17 2005-12-07 13:58:35
Re: Contessa Advice (39 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
Hi-
I am a teen looking into buying a Contessa 26. I would modify it for offshore sailing, and attempt to get solo offshore mileage in preperation for a Mini Transat and hopeful Vendee Globe race. (Vendee is just a dream; so is the Mini!) Any advice?
Thanks,
Skippa