Richard Eberhardt, male, 64
Ref 3996
| Nationality: | United States |
| Currently based in: | Olathe, United States |
| Looking for: | Caribbean; |
| Experience: | 1000 ocean miles / 300 coastal miles |
| Fit active and agile 145 lb non-smoker, on no meds or drugs, no food allergies, all vaccinations up to date. USA passport holder. Positive, upbeat easy-going personality. I have always had a "Can do get it done" attitude. 8 years foredeck crewing experience on racing J-29 and Hobie 33. Superior sail trim & handling skills. Over 30 years lake sailing and sailboat ownership experience. PADI certified scuba diver. Licensed HAM operator. Excellent electrical and electronics background. Good mechanical ability. Problem solver. Just retired at 63, flexible schedule. | |
| Smoking: | non-smoker |
| Relationship status: | married |
| Dietary requirements: | None |
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| Number of years sailing: | 10+ |
| Sea miles sailed: | Ocean: 1000 / Coastal: 300 |
| Nights at sea: | 11-49 |
| I have experience as: | Crew |
| Sailing Skills | Experienced I have done this many times and am confident to help others less experienced. I am happy doing this day |
Competent I am competent doing this in daylight, or if there is someone more experienced with me |
Basic I have only done this a few times, but I am willing to learn |
None I have not done this before |
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| Steer a compass course |  | |||
| Keep lookout/watch-keeping | | |||
| Trimming sails – mainsail and foresail/jib | | |||
| Reefing | | |||
| Working the foredeck – setting sails including spinnakers and cruising chutes | | |||
| Navigating with GPS and paper charts at sea | | |||
| Anchoring and handling anchors | | |||
| Cooking at sea | | |||
| Using dinghies with outboard motors | | |||
| Heaving-to and other heavy weather tactics | |
Other nautical or cruising skills |
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| Using VHF radio | |
| Outboard engine maintenance | |
Voyage History |
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| Date | Boat | From/To | Miles | Role | # Crew | Rally |
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| 2021 | Hunter 39 | Fort Myers FL/Marathon FL | 400 | Crew | 3 | Cruise |
| 2017 | Newport 42 | Galveston TX/Pensacola FA | 700 | Crew | 4 | Boat relocation |
| 2013 | Catalina 38 | Newport CA/Ensenada MX | 200 | Crew | 5 | Race |
