Re: Limiting group members to Amel Owners
Doug Smith
First time emailer to the group. Love it! Stalking and learning, first, and now one of those newbie owners! Purchased last month, after quite a few months of reading old email threads.
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Keeping it open demonstrates what a great fellowship of learning and sharing that is native to this group. Helped me to know what I was getting into with such a huge investment. Thanks, Doug Smith Amel 54-113 Aventura Dugsmith98@...
On Jan 24, 2020, at 11:29 AM, CW Bill Rouse <brouse@...> wrote:
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Re: Limiting group members to Amel Owners
Bill,
Looking forward to this solution as I am interested in other than mechanical truly AMEL related issues/items whether T-shirts, Vlogs, Blogs, books etc.
Best Regards Teun SV AMELIT A54 #128
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On Behalf Of CW Bill Rouse via Groups.Io
Sent: Friday, January 24, 2020 09:30 To: main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io Notification <main@amelyachtowners.groups.io> Subject: Re: [AmelYachtOwners] Limiting group members to Amel Owners
Courtney and Porter,
Agreed 100%. I could not have said it better.
Almost a year ago, when we moved to the groups,io platform, we made it clear that our group included Amel owners and those interested in the Amel brand. Since then about half of the new members have been those interested in the Amel brand. A significant number of those new members interested in the Amel brand have bought either a new or used Amel. Of course, we all understand the benefits to Amel, Amel owners, and interested parties.
We are working on a unique solution to the "commercial posting" issue which will satisfy both sides with a bonus for every member. Some of the details need some work before it is presented to the moderators for their consideration, but I am certain it will satisfy everyone.
Standby. Best,
On Fri, Jan 24, 2020, 9:51 AM Courtney Gorman via Groups.Io <Itsfun1=aol.com@groups.io> wrote:
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Re: Limiting group members to Amel Owners
Thank you Porter!
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We are in the middle of closing on our Amel Mango now. This user site totally convinced us of the value Amel represents and appreciating the Amel Cult following. We are confident in the purchase and know the highest resale value awaits when we retire our cruising life in 15 years. Thanks for everyone’s experiences. Cheers Martin hAMELine
On Jan 24, 2020, at 10:34 AM, Porter McRoberts via Groups.Io <portermcroberts@...> wrote:
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Re: Limiting group members to Amel Owners
Courtney and Porter, Agreed 100%. I could not have said it better. Almost a year ago, when we moved to the groups,io platform, we made it clear that our group included Amel owners and those interested in the Amel brand. Since then about half of the new members have been those interested in the Amel brand. A significant number of those new members interested in the Amel brand have bought either a new or used Amel. Of course, we all understand the benefits to Amel, Amel owners, and interested parties. We are working on a unique solution to the "commercial posting" issue which will satisfy both sides with a bonus for every member. Some of the details need some work before it is presented to the moderators for their consideration, but I am certain it will satisfy everyone. Standby. Best, CW Bill Rouse Amel Owners Yacht School - www.AmelOwnersYachtSchool.com 720 Winnie St Galveston Island, TX 77550 +1(832) 380-4970
On Fri, Jan 24, 2020, 9:51 AM Courtney Gorman via Groups.Io <Itsfun1=aol.com@groups.io> wrote:
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I agree with Porter But let’s self limit some of the strong opinions that get expressed especially those new non owners
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Sincerely Courtney svTrippin 54 #101 Grenada 🇬🇩
On Jan 24, 2020, at 11:34 AM, Porter McRoberts via Groups.Io <portermcroberts@...> wrote:
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Limiting group members to Amel Owners
Porter McRoberts
It was being a lurker on this forum years ago which confirmed, for me, that an Amel was the right boat for our family. Now 3 years in and 20,000 miles later I’m so thankful, not only for the fine vessel (A54-152) we own but also this incredible group of thoughtful and intelligent members. My vote is to keep it open to those with Amel interests, not just owners.
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Porter McRoberts A54-152 IBIS. Excuse the errors. Sent from my IPhone Www.fouribis.com
On Jan 24, 2020, at 7:40 AM, Davi Rozgonyi <davi.rozgonyi@...> wrote:
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Re: Crossing Pirate Waters
On Thu, Jan 23, 2020 at 04:50 PM, David Cummane wrote:
There isn't so much traffic on it that it bothers me. And any on here are probably looking to buy an amel, and as some of us are selling their amels, maybe allowing amel owners and serious wannabes is not such a bad thing.
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Re: Crossing Pirate Waters
David Cummane
Mark and Paul. Spot on. More respect for ‘moderator’ Bill wouldn’t go amiss either. The forum is a non commercial, excellent resource for Amel owners, being information based and apolitical, with clear guidelines for use. Opinions on so called commercial enterprises are irrelevant and should be barred.
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Quite galling also to read non-amel owners inappropriately throwing their weight around. Should the forum be restricted to owners only? David Ker Marie SM#101
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Re: Crossing Pirate Waters
I too support maintaining focus of this groups postings, the group is undoubtably a great resource and to receive valuable information with every post, however as there is so much email traffic regarding helpful hints and great Amel owner information, commercial and social communication between few members cause email traffic that should not be shared and cloud us as receivers, as there is no way to filter what is regarded as junk to many.
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Kind regards, Paul - FORTUNA II Amel 55/#17
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Spares
Randall Walker
I have found many things are just not available from Amel. I have a 54 and it has the Passarella that you put on Manually. The holes and in need of replacing. Amel does not have them.
Also I thought I would get a new main sail halyard. Again no. "The computer says, no" Has anyone else had to source these? Regards, Randall A-54 #56
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My 2 cents on this:
I prefer not to have my feed from this group junked up with people selling Amel shirts, books on Amel travels, blogs with Amel owners, video channels featuring Amels etc.
While I’m sure Julie is a nice person and is passionate about her book, this is not the forum for self-promotion. She needs to establish a commercial fund to promote her book rather than trying the self promote “free” route at our expense. She can, at no-charge start a fan-club page on FaceBook, promote her page using paid ads and grow her membership. People wishing to follow her awaiting for the trilogy can do so.
This is what is stated on the front page of our group: This Group frowns on commercial postings, however we encourage postings which will genuinely help Amel owners source needed parts and services. We encourage you to support the Amel brand and be respectful to the brand in your postings. Care should be taken to not post anything that could be considered offensive or derogatory regarding Amel, any Member, or Sponsor. Please refrain from political issues, rude, or inappropriate language. Please refrain from criticism of persons or businesses which you may have experienced unsatisfactory results, because it would be one-sided, without the ability of the other side to respond.
With best regards,
Mark
Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Vista Mar, Panama www.creampuff.us
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[mailto:main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io] On Behalf Of Mark Pitt
Sent: Thursday, January 23, 2020 5:54 PM To: main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io Subject: Re: [AmelYachtOwners] Crossing Pirate Waters
I am with Brian and most of the others in support of Julie's posting. Her book is about sailing an Amel and that makes all of the difference. I too would not have known about it without her first post many months ago. I bought her book and enjoyed reading it in part due to the Amel angle. Mark Pitt Sabbatical III, SM#419 On 1/23/2020 4:48 PM, CW Bill Rouse wrote:
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Re: Crossing Pirate Waters
Mark Pitt
I am with Brian and most of the others in support of Julie's
posting. Her book is about sailing an Amel and that makes all of
the difference. I too would not have known about it without her
first post many months ago. I bought her book and enjoyed reading
it in part due to the Amel angle. Mark Pitt Sabbatical III, SM#419
On 1/23/2020 4:48 PM, CW Bill Rouse
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I do not think anyone argued the value of Julie's book. Some people wrote to me about it because they felt it was too commercial. "Too" is in the mind of individuals i We are currently working on a solution that will satisfy those for and against promoting commercial interests. We envision creating a sub-group for commercial postings that members would need to opt-in to the group. I may be a few days or a few weeks. --
On Thu, Jan 23, 2020 at 10:57 AM Brian Riggs <7briggs@...> wrote:
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Re: Mobile communications - 4G, WiFi
Hi Micky,
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I would love to give you that feedback, but we don’t step aboard until mid March. I would give a full report after that, though..... ~~~⛵️~~~Matt
On Jan 23, 2020, at 4:23 PM, mik-ball Ball <mik-ball@...> wrote:
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Hi Matt , Thanks for letting us know what Amel have fitted to your boat , could you comment on how effective it is and in what situations you use it , ie berthed in home marina , visiting other marinas ,, in Europe or Elsewhere , Many Thanks , Micky Ball (Future Amel SM owner )
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Re: Crossing Pirate Waters
Hi Kelly. Sorry we missed you guys in the Boston area this summer. Not quite sure what is meant by other AMEL-adjacent pursuits. I have seen several forum members who are quite active, who provide much-needed free and timely guidance to others, often help out when we need parts custom manufactured (and always provide this service at cost) or mention their relevant support services (after giving free advice). However, the post we are debating is form a source that is quite different. This was someone, not active on the forum, not an owner, who posted purely for selling reasons. This is what I take umbrage with. Apologies if I have missed or misinterpreted something Ian & Margaret S/V Loca Lola II SM153 Bahamas
On Jan 23, 2020, at 10:21 AM, Kelly Ran <naryllek@...> wrote:
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I’m sorry Kelly. I did mean you then! I guess I’m used to seeing Ryan and made the leap. Nice to meet you! Great minds and all that.....
Brent Cameron, Future Amel owner & Amel Owner's Registry Moderator
-- Brent Cameron Future Amel Owner & Amel Owner Registry Moderator Oro-Medonte, Ontario, Canada
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Re: Crossing Pirate Waters
Brian Riggs
I've got both books in my Amazon cart now, and I'm looking forward to reading them. I would have never known about these two books without the blurb on here. I'm throwing my hand up in support of this type of advertising as well. Everything else has already been said. Cheer! Brian Riggs Future SM Owner Hampton Roads Area
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Re: Crossing Pirate Waters
Kelly Ran
Hi Brent, I believe you were responding to me (Kelly), not my husband Ryan. We're both active on this list. Glad to hear we're in agreement, though. LOL! kelly (and ryan) SM233 Iteration Boston
On Thu, Jan 23, 2020 at 11:26 AM Brent Cameron <brentcameron61@...> wrote:
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Re: Crossing Pirate Waters
Ross Hickey & Donna Hammond
I also bought both books after seeing them advertised through this forum. Reading of another couple who sailed their Amel SM around the world is both informative and inspiring. After all this forum is about learning from other people’s experience and sharing information.
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I support this form of advertisement. Ross and Donna SV INTREPID KIWI SM2K #356
On Thursday, January 23, 2020, 5:26 pm, Brent Cameron <brentcameron61@...> wrote:
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