Oh I never sail on anything less than 135 feet I don't buy it. I think he has a 47 footer. Also, this story is on:
http://www.thetruthseeker.co.uk/article.asp?ID=1588
"The John Kerry Experience, By Hal Cranmer"
Oh, I think he was ironically referring to his "Swift Boat" days. They call the crew "sailors" even though they turn a key to go forward.
BTW- Kerry served in Vietnam- did you know that?