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Cape Dory Sailboat Owners Association

Commodore: Bud Menchey
Vice Commodore: Leo MacDonald
Rear Commodore: Bill Slater
Secretary:
Mike Alford
Treasurer: John Martin
Membership Chairman: Don Paquette

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Member Benefits

Owners Network:

As a CDSOA member you'll belong to a growing network of Cape Dory owners who are more than willing to share their knowledge and experiences concerning their boats and boating, you'll make new friendships that may last a lifetime, and you'll get a chance to meet with the owners and sail on boats that you may aspire to one day own.

MASTHEADNewsletter:

You'll receive our bimonthly newsletter, MASTHEAD which is published 6 times per year. It's usually 16-20 pages and filled with event information as well as articles submitted by our members regarding their sailing experiences on their Cape Dorys and during rendezvous events. And whether it's adding insulation to your ice box or just locating extra storage space, you're sure to find some helpful project info too.

Events:

In addition to a network of friendly and helpful owners, and our newsletter, we host several rendezvous events and meetings in each of our fleets' regions annualy during the sailing season, as well as a general membership meeting each November.

Fleets:

As a member you choose your level of activity. Whether you just want to surf our web site, converse on the message board, sit back and read the Masthead, or sail to one of the numberous rendezvous or float-in events, you're sure to find an activity that suits your needs.

We have several very active regional fleets: Carolinas, Chesapeake, Great Lakes, Gulf Coast and Northeast. They all host multiple land and on-the-water events each year. So why not meet up with fellow Cape Dory owners at a rendezvous or float-in. Can't sail there? Why not drive! We usually have a seminar or two as well.

Don't see a Fleet in your area? Why not start one! Each CDSOA Fleet was created "by, for and of" its members. Members make it all possible. Somebody has to take the ball and run with it, why not you?

Web Site:

Member dollars also finance this web site, including "The Cape Dory Board", our message board, an invaluable resource for all boaters. If you enjoy our message board, why not join? Member dollars keep it going.

Chandlery:

We are proud of both our organization and our Cape Dorys and we show it by wearing hats and t-shirts, carrying totebags, or drinking from mugs that sport the CDSOA logo. There are other items too. And in addition to the CDSOA logo items, you'll also find links to products offered by other Cape Dory organizations as well as to the web sites for manufacturers, model makers and authors.

Discounts:

And your CDSOA membership means extra benefits with the following merchants (a list that keeps growing), so be sure to mention your CDSOA membership number before placing any orders. Click on a merchant's logo to visit their website.

 

Blue Water Ships StoresBlue Water Ships Store: Kemah, TX. Blue Water Ships Stores is the Gulf Coast Area’s most complete ship's store and an authorized servicing dealer for most major engine, generator and accessory lines. They can be contacted at 2030 Marina Bay Drive
Kemah, TX 77565. Phone: 281-334-7583 ext. 103 or toll-free: 800-856-7583. Fax: 281-334-3147. E-mail: jeffj@bluewatershipsstore.com. Web site: www.bluewatershipsstore.com.

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Boat LeatherBoat Leather: Seattle, WA. Leather products for the marine environment. They can be contacted at 3050 38th Avenue West, Seattle, WA 98199. Phone: 206-284-9110 or toll-free: 1-800-468-9110. Fax: 206-283-7613. E-mail: Sales@boatleather.com. Web site: www.boatleather.com.

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Boat StuffBoat Stuff: Mystic, CT. A nautical consignment store with a large inventory of old, obsolete and hard to find used items. They can be contacted at 15 Holmes Street, Mystic, CT 06355. Phone: 860-536-3422. Fax: 860-536-4733. E-mail: paulapetersen@sbcglobal.net. Web site: www.mysticboatstuff.com.

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Boat U.S.BoatU.S. will provide full membership to CDSOA members at a special "Cooperating Group Rate." The discount applies to both new applicants as well as renewals. The regular annual membership fee of $25.00 is reduced to $12.50. In addition, Boat U.S. has stated that CDSOA members will receive periodic discounts on merchandise, as well as special pricing on transient slips as well as insurance rebates. Web site: www.boatus.com.

CDSOA members must note our Boat U.S. group number on their applications.

Bristol BronzeBronze Hull Number Builder's Plates: Bristol Bronze, of Tiverton, RI, has reproduced the original Cape Dory hull number builder's plates. The original plates were offered to new Cape Dory owners in either bronze or plastic. If you'd like to replace your plastic plate with a new bronze plate or would just like an additional plate, contact Bristol Bronze at (401)625-5224 or via their website: www.bristolbronze.com.

Hull number builder's plates for the following Cape Dory models are now available. Use the part numbers indicated below when you place your order with Bristol Bronze.:

The plates are available with or without the "browned" background.

Cape Dory owners, Ken Coit, of Raleigh, North Carolina and Chris Reinke, of Pound Ridge, New York, worked very hard on the artwork that was needed to fabricate the bronze hull number plates for all of the Cape Dory models. Thank you Ken and Chris.

Bristol Bronze is also offering a Desk Set. This would consist of two pens mounted on a walnut base with the appropriate bronze Cape Dory builder's plate in the center. Estimated cost is $145.00 plus shipping & handling.

Any Cape Dory owner interested in either a Builder's Plate ($50.00 plus $5.00 shipping & handling) or a Desk Set can place their order on the order form at Bristol Bronze.

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Cruising Direct SailsCruising Direct: Portsmouth, RI. A division of North Sails manufacturing sails and sail accessories. They can be contacted at One Maritime Drive, Portsmouth, RI 02871. Phone: 888-424-7328 or Fax: 888-237-2457. E-mail: dan@direct.northsails.com. Web site: www.cruisingdirect.com.

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Fawcett Boat SuppliesFawcett Boat Supplies: Annapolis, MD. Fawcett serves customers throughout the Chesapeake Bay region, the US and the world. They can be contacted at 110 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD 21401. Phone: 410.267.8681. Toll-free: 800-456-9151. Fax: 410-267-7547. E-mail: info@fawcettboat.com. Web site: www.fawcettboat.com.

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Feet SheetFeet Sheet™: Reston, VA.. Disposable all-purpose shower sheets designed to provide a barrier of protection between you and unsanitary surfaces. Feet Sheet™ can be contacted at P.O. Box 9201, Reston, VA 20195. Place orders on-line or call toll-free: 1(866) MY-SHEET. Fax: (703) 832-0366. E-mail: feetsheet@taact.com. Web site: www.feetsheet.com.

CDSOA members use promo code #725 at time of ordering to receive a 10% discount. (Visa or MasterCard accepted.)

 

FX SailsFX Sails: Charleston, SC. Online sail loft that delivers the personal attention of a local sailmaker and features an instant online sail quoter. FX Sails can be contacted toll-free at 800-748-5258 (800-788-5408 in Canada). E-mail: sails@fxsails.com. Web site: www.fxsails.com.

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Good Old BoatGood Old Boat: Maple Grove, MN. "Good Old Boat magazine is about creating a community of sailors..." For a subscription discount, call or e-mail Karen Larson to request a free copy and subscription discount card. Karen can be contacted at 7340 Niagara Lane North, Maple Grove, MN 55311-2655. Phone: 763-420-8923. Fax: 763-420-8921. E-mail: karen@goodoldboat.com. Web site: www.goodoldboat.com.

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Gulfstream GearGulfstream Gear by Supergrafix: Lake Worth, FL. Designs and cuts custom yacht and boat names, hailing port, state registration, logos and other vinyl lettering. Also creates custom and personalized embroidered products and wood signs. Supergrafix can be contacted at 7570 S Federal Hwy - Suite 4, Lake Worth, FL 33462. Phone: 561-585-1519 or Toll-free: 800-537-7446. Fax: 561-585-3210. E-mail: designteam@gulfstreamgear.com. Web site: www.gulfstreamgear.com.

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Linthicum SailmakersLinthicum Sailmakers: Somerdale, NJ. New sails, sail repair and cleaning, rigging, Dutchman systems, furling systems, mainsail covers, headsail bags, dodger and bimini duplications, cockpit awnings, boat covers, cushions and upholstery. They can be contacted at 607 Grace Street, Somerdale, NJ 08083. Phone: 888-399-9505 or 856-783-4288. E-mail: Info@LinthicumSailmakers.com. Web site: www.linthicumsailmakers.com.

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Marine ConsignmentMarine Consignment: Wickford, RI. New and "quality used," nautical antique, collectible marine equipment. They can be contacted at 125 Steamboat Avenue, Wickford, RI 02582. Phone: 401-295-9709 or Fax: 401-295-2566. E-mail: marinecon@ids.net. Web site: www.marineconsignment.com.

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Mariner's HardwareMariner's Hardware: Petaluma, CA. High quality bronze, stainless steel and brass cowl vents, deck plates, teak and fiberglass dorade boxes, mushroom vents, finishing rings. They can be contacted at 1320-P Commerce Street, Petaluma, CA 94954. Phone: 877-765-0880 Toll free in the USA or 707-765-0880. Fax: 707-765-0882. E-mail: sales@marinershardware.com. Web site: www.marinershardware.com.

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MedicalOfficer.NetMedicalOfficer.Net, Ltd.: Crested Butte, CO. Provides offshore emergency medicine training, certified by the Ocean Navigator School of Seamanship providing "...Practical, Expert Training for Sailors, Guides, and Rescue Professionals...". They can be contacted at P.O. Box 3681, Crested Butte, CO 81224. Phone: 1-970-275-4999. Fax: 1-970-349-6141. E-mail: wildmed@medicalofficer.net. Web site: www.medicalofficer.net.

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Nautical FishwifeNautical Fishwife: Columbia, MO. Innovative storage items including piling and rail pockets, dockline and tote bags. They can be contacted at 507 Overland Court, Columbia, MO 65203. Phone: 573-424-1814. E-mail: NauticalFishwife@aol.com. Web site: www.nauticalfishwife.com.

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Newport NauticalNewport Nautical: Newport, RI. Chandlery and consignment shop; rigging, outboard and propeller services; used inflatables, outboard motors and marine engines, and more. They can be contacted at 186 Admiral Kalbfus Road, Newport, RI 02840. Phone: 888-847-9241 or 401-847-3933. Fax: 401-847-4133. E-mail: gear@newportnautical.com. Web site: www.newportnautical.com.

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Beta MarineOregon Marine Industries: Oregon dealer for Beta-Marine diesel engines and generators offers a discount to CDSOA members on engines and all their available options. The engines can be drop-shipped to your location, anywhere in the continental U.S., from the main distributor in North Carolina. Oregon Marine Industries can be contacted by calling Ben Thomas at 503-647-0009 or by writing to Ben at Oregon Marine Industries, PO Box 91387, Portland, OR 97291. E-mail: omi@integraonline.com. Beta-Marine web site: www.betamarinenc.com.

(NOTE: Oregon Marine Industries does not have a web site, so please contact Ben Thomas at the number mentioned above.)

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The Sailbag LadySailbag Lady: Madison, CT. A custom flag and banner shop. The Sailbag Lady can be contacted at 155 Boston Post Road, Madison CT 06443. Phone: 203-245-8238. Fax: 203-245-5924. E-mail: info@sailbaglady.com. Web site: www.sailbaglady.com.

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SailormanSailorman: Fort Lauderdale, FL. A New & Used Marine Emporium offers a variable discount to CDSOA members depending on items. Sailorman can be contacted at 350 East SR 84, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316. Phone: 954-522-6716 or 800-523-0772. Fax: 954-760-7686. E-mail: shop@sailorman.com. Web site: sailorman.com.

CDSOA members must note our Sailorman group number.

 

SmartShieldSmartShield: Dallas, TX. A tough sunscreen specially formulated for intense climates. SmartShield sunscreen lotions, gels and face sticks provide solid protection from sun and wind plus they're waterproof and sweatproof. The combination insect repellent and SPF 30 sunscreen spray is a space saving favorite with sailors. The SPF 30 sunscreen lotion bulk dispensers are great to put on your boat. To order, call 1-800-343-1504 or online: www.smartshield.com. Mention you are a CDSOA member or use CDSOA for the coupon code to receive a 10% discount.

E-mail: sales@smartshield.com. Phone: 214.634.3956. Toll-free: 800-343-1504. Fax: 214.634.3958.

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Spartan MarineSpartan Marine: Georgetown, ME. Manufacturer of your Cape Dory's original bronze hardware, ports and screens, seacocks, etc. The manufacturer of the original bronze fittings found on many Cape Dory Yachts, Spartan Marine is located at: HC 33, BOX 1460, Georgetown, ME, 04530. Phone: 207-371-2542 or 1-800-325-3287 and ask for a catalog. Web site: www.spartanmarine.com.

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SplashskinsSplashskins by MadMax™: Potomac, MD. Manufacturer of UV protective childrens' swimwear. They can be contacted at: 13608 Canal Vista Court, Potomac, MD 20854. Phone Toll-free: (866)947-SWIM. E-mail: amy@splashskins.com and ask for Amy Fowler. Web site: www.splashskins.com.

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SunsailSunsail: Annapolis, MD (Sunsail USA). Yacht charters on the Chesapeake, Tampa Bay and Charlotte Harbor as well as in the Caribbean and worldwide. They can be contacted at Annapolis Landing Marina, 980 Awald Road, Suite 302, Annapolis, MD 21403. Phone: 1-800-327-2276. Fax: 410-280-2406. Intl: +1 410 280 2553. E-mail: sunsailusa@sunsail.com. Web site: www.sunsail.com.

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This page was last revised: 28 March 2008

Modified by: Catherine Monaghan

 
 
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