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We live, sail, and play along the shorelines of Lake Michigan. Sailing our Mirage 24. DIY sailboat projects .

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- April 07, 2024

1st coat of VC-17 for the year. On and ready for an early launch this season. Now just to wax up that yellow hull.

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