Always Late sank at the Elephant trunk

krabill · 09-19-2009, 06:15 PM

Was it Larrys boat the always late a 48 ocean I think that sank???

looks like Marli rescued him

http://cgvi.uscg.mil/media/main.php?g2_itemId=661999

http://www.coastguardd5publicaffairs...oc/651/328613/

Proheat · 09-19-2009, 06:44 PM

Well, atleast everyone is safe thanks to the Marli and the other three boats that responded. Sad to see a nice boat sink, but atleast it can be replaced.

Captain Fred Archer · 09-19-2009, 07:14 PM

Awful! A true boat owner/captain's nightmare.

Thank God no one died. And great congratulations to those who went to her rescue.

We are all brothers when the sea strikes one of us down.

God Bless.

Deep C · 09-19-2009, 07:37 PM

Oooooooh....

frankypettolina · 09-19-2009, 07:38 PM

Yes, it was larry's Always late, I was not on the scene, but was 15 miles away and listened to the whole ordeal unfold.

It took a surprisingly long time for the boat to go down, and Larry and his mate patrick worked very hard to rescue the boat, but to no avail. the USCG helo'd a pump out, but declared it useless immediately.

The Marli, American Lady and Press Time were with them the whole time.

Everyon got off the rig ok, safe and sound. Thank goodness.

Boats can be replaced.....

canyongear · 09-19-2009, 07:46 PM

God I hate to see/hear this..Get some Crash Valves intalled if your going to the Canyons.

Depending on circumstances, may or may not have helped in this situation..well worth the minor investment.

clt_capt · 09-19-2009, 07:59 PM

What a nightmare. Shame for this to happen, but thankfully all aboard are safe. The boat can be replaced.

gottaflylee · 09-19-2009, 08:31 PM

It's sad anytime that a boat goes down. Glad every one is ok. God bless those that went to assist.

Captain Michael Buffington · 09-19-2009, 10:34 PM

is it possible(I understand it would depend on where the breach is)to put a line on the pulpit and pull it forward to try to save it? I have done it on a center console and just wondered so I dont try something stupid in the future

Mike

erg153 · 09-19-2009, 11:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captain Michael Buffington

is it possible(I understand it would depend on where the breach is)to put a line on the pulpit and pull it forward to try to save it? I have done it on a center console and just wondered so I dont try something stupid in the future

Mike

I guess that would be possible but that is a lot of weight in tow. I'd have a sharp knife handy if you start going backwards.

09-19-2009, 10:34 PM	#9
Captain Michael Buffington Captain Save-a-Ho Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Southeast Posts: 2,332 Credits: 20,633.1 Boat: Need a captain? Home Port: Gulf Coast Best Catch: not sure, theres afew Occupation: Finance, Freelance Sportfishing Captain/Mate	This is a question... is it possible(I understand it would depend on where the breach is)to put a line on the pulpit and pull it forward to try to save it? I have done it on a center console and just wondered so I dont try something stupid in the future Mike

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

09-19-2009, 07:37 PM	#4
Deep C Master of all things wet Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: The Plywood State Posts: 13,713 Credits: 43,369.4 Boat: Several Home Port: Palm Beach Best Catch: Mrs Deep Occupation: Killin Stuff	Oooooooh....

09-19-2009, 07:38 PM	#5
frankypettolina killing stuff cause it feels good Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: OCMD Posts: 2,071 Credits: 4,187.9 Boat: Last Call Home Port: Ocean City, MD Best Catch: triple slam in Venezuela 1997 or 31 sails in a day Mexico 98 Occupation: Marine Surveyor and Charterboat Captain	Yes, it was larry's Always late, I was not on the scene, but was 15 miles away and listened to the whole ordeal unfold. It took a surprisingly long time for the boat to go down, and Larry and his mate patrick worked very hard to rescue the boat, but to no avail. the USCG helo'd a pump out, but declared it useless immediately. The Marli, American Lady and Press Time were with them the whole time. Everyon got off the rig ok, safe and sound. Thank goodness. Boats can be replaced.....

09-19-2009, 07:59 PM	#7
clt_capt If Ignorance is bliss, Why aren't more people happy? Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Raleigh, MHC Posts: 5,944 Credits: 8,628.1 Boat: Luhrs 36 Home Port: MHC Occupation: Supporting my Tackle habit	What a nightmare. Shame for this to happen, but thankfully all aboard are safe. The boat can be replaced.