: I would be as likely to use a concrete patio block as a sanding
: block as use a ROS. Sanding doesn't get any respect...
: Especially hand sanding. A ROS has its place, but fine work is
: not it.

: Thanks for the tip on the faded gelcoat. I think the boat's only 2
: years old and I know it was stored indoors, so I can't imagine
: it's an issue, but I'll test out a spot on the aft deck to
: check. That way she won't have to stare at it every time she
: paddles if it's off.

: m

Much depends on the color. Colors with red or much yellow in them seem to fade quicker. Sanding from faded gelcoat into unfaded will look far worse than any scratches, to me at least.

Bill H.