What is the maximum number of fractional sailors
on a given yacht?
Eight. All the available time is made available
to the eight Members via our on-line scheduling software. Learn
more about how the scheduler allows everyone to get the sailing
times they want by visiting www.sailtime.com.
What is the monthly cost?
This depends on the size of the boat.
Certain markets may charge more due to local insurance rates,
location slip rates and seasonal conditions. For more information visit
the locations page of our website www.sailtime.com.
Will my costs go up if there are fewer fractional sailors
available on the boat?
No. The SailTime model has been
specifically crafted to alleviate this type of pitfall and ensures that
Members pay a flat monthly fee only.
How much cash will I be required to pay when I join
SailTime?
This depends on the size of the boat and the
location. Typically, for a new Hunter 33, there will be a $1500
security deposit of which $1000 is refundable, plus a $1000 - $1500
initiation training fee depending on your previous experience. The
other models have slightly different costs due to insurance costs and
other variables. For more information visit the locations page of our
website www.sailtime.com.
What is the length of the commitment?
There is no time
commitment. However if you give the
Base 3 months notice you will receive the refundable portion
of your security deposit back.
Do I need to sign a contract? Can I see it?
Yes.
Call or email your SailTime representative.
Am I a part owner of the yacht when I join SailTime?
No. shared ownership of the boat creates many complexities. The
yacht is owned by a SailTime Owner Member. If you are interested
taking advantage of our Owner Member program, speak to your
SailTime representative.
Are there any other maintenance/upkeep fees that will be
assessed?
No. But if you damage the vessel you will pay the
insurance deductible out of your deposit. Then you must replenish
the deposit.
Can two people share one membership?
No.
For insurance reasons, the number of operators is capped at 8.
How do you schedule the sail times?
Our exclusive and
proprietary on-line SailTime scheduling software. The software
allows you to reserve and swap schedules 24/7 in real-time by
selecting a minimum of seven sail times per month and an
unlimited amount on an as-available basis.
Is Friday a weekday or weekend sail time?
Friday is a
weekday. Friday evening is a weekend evening sail time.
Can I see the yacht ahead of time?
Absolutely!
Just call to schedule an appointment.
How is the boat outfitted?
Our boats in each location are fully
loaded to the appropriate weather and sailing conditions. Speak
with your local SailTime Base Owner for specific details.
Can I stay overnight on the yacht?
Yes. Every evening
sail time ends at 10:30 am the next morning.
Who is responsible for washing down the boat?
Members
wash down the yacht after their use and remove their trash etc.
Our Bases use E-ttendant, a wireless Internet connected PDA that
Members use to check on and check off the boat each time. If the
previous Member left something amiss, they will be sent an email
from E-ttendant informing them of their oversight. This ensures you
get the boat in pristine condition each time you go sailing.
Who is responsible for re-fueling and pump-out of the
yacht?
SailTime - at no extra charge to the Member.
How do you handle irresponsible / uncooperative /
non-paying Members?
The Member agreement provides
for the removal of Members who abuse SailTime's policies.
Can I use SailTime to qualify to Captain a yacht on a
Caribbean vacation?
Yes. SailTime will help you gain
enough experience so that you can qualify to Captain a boat in a
vacation destination. Additionally, the E-ttendant Manager tracks and
logs your time on the boat to help you build your sailing resume.
Can I continuously get back to back sail times so long as no
other Member is using the time?
Absolutely! Each Member is
entitled to unlimited "as-available" use on a 24-hour notice at no
extra cost.
I see that you have bases world-wide. Can I use SailTime
boats in other locations either temporarily or semipermanently?
Yes. A SailTime Membership gives you access
to sailboats across SailTime's globally-located bases. Certain
qualifications and restrictions must be met. Inquire with your local
SailTime Base.
Can I become a Member first and then upgrade to become
an Owner-Member?
Yes. Owner-Members are upgraded from
requests from the existing Membership pool. Requests are taken in
chronological order and upgrades are issued once a new yacht is
required in the fleet. The Owner-Member program is very popular,
please place requests early.
This seems too good to be true!
Well, it is good and it is true.
SailTime has invested a lot of time, effort and technology into
designing a program that provides easy, affordable, accessible
sailing now.
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