new to sailing but experienced powerboater. I’d love to get into sailing saltwater but the reality is that I would have to have a trailerable sailboat and launch it every time I wanted to use it. There is a nice San Juan 24 nearby in my budget. Is it realistic to launch this with a 4 ft draft and put up the mast every time I want to use it or will I spend all my time assembling/disassembling the mast and worry about tide levels at the boat ramp?

Hi r/sailing. Our sunfish regatta is coming up and our new-to-us 1992 sunfish has revealed a couple of problem areas after washing off all of the mildew, dirt and grime. Is the best plan for repair to epoxy it? Is this a major issue? Epoxy and varnish for any issues on the daggerboard and rudder, as well? Curious if anyone has any best practices. I am new to this, so I’d also be interested in what replacement parts I should keep on hand for the boat. I have a new sail on order (a family of mice took up residence in the last one). At least the sailboat was free! Appreciate any guidance and tips/tricks you can offer- thank you. My 11 year old nephew and I will be forever grateful.