Mar 27, 2006 · The Polyester stuff labeled "yacht marline" with the wax coating is fantastic stuff. I have worked with miles of it, it produces excellent service and seizings. Seine twine is also a highly utilized substitute for traditional marline but for many applications I prefer the synthetic marline mentioned above.

Jul 3, 2018 · The winner of the pond yacht competition was said to have been given a free trip to Larchmont to view the races and also was taken for a sail on that famous R classs sloop. "Pirate" now fully restored can be seen at the Center for Wooden Boats in Seattle along with a few of her pond yacht models. Plans for the pond yachts are available at the ...

May 16, 2019 · Originaly the pond yacht model compition of the R boat were used to raise funds to sent the boat back to the R Boat Nationals at Larchmont NY back in the mid twenties. With West Coast skipper Matt Walsh at the helm "Pirate" won the R Nationals that year and brought the trophy back to the West Coast.

Jul 9, 2004 · I'm still holding out for a recommendation, even though I sent for info from several sources. Like a full size boat, a set of plans does not guarantee success, and I am looking for a pond yacht that for sure works. meanwhile the paper kayak continues to heal, and the new skiff is ready to "plank" (1 piece plywood sides, cross planked bottom).

Apr 14, 2013 · Looking at steam yacht lines plans and GA drawings in Dixon Kemp I am struck by how very impractical they were. In the days of coal fired Scotch boilers most of the hull was taken up with boiler room, engine room, coal bunkers and crew accomodation.

Jan 13, 2011 · This proved such a success that The "Lady" Yacht Club was formed in 1945. The name was derived from the yachts that were first sailed "Perfect Lady"1-8. This was increased to ten boats and crews with a skipper, mate and 3 crew members to each crew who normally sailed together during their membership of the club.

Apr 30, 2008 · Well yes she's obviously not a sailing yacht but a motor yacht. Here's a description of the LOG for sale: GERM WW2 FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE THIS ULTRA RARE HERMAN GORING PERSONALITY ITEM. THE ORIGINAL LOG BOOKS FOR GORING'S FAMOUS MOTOR YACHT CARIN II, from May 1939 to August 1939 in case, plus Log books …

Jun 19, 2006 · Chapelle 'yacht' type I like the true Chesapeake type deadrise boat (skipjack) but that is the second boat type discussed in the text. Chapelle considers the modified sharpie (1st type) and the 'yacht' (3rd type) to be more seaworthy than the skipjack because of its larger beam.

Nov 28, 2022 · Re: Tripled planked yacht repair. Raven- You just have to keep cutting back to good wood. Dry is best for epoxy, of course. I just finished rebuilding the stern of a large cold molded boat, (4 layers: 3 diagonal 3/8" then 3/4" fore and aft. all in epoxy.

Jul 3, 2004 · Interesting that this post should show up now. I picked up a pond yacht this past weekend. It belonged to a neighbor who gave it to us "kids" 25 years ago. So, on the trip home to visit the grandparents, I retrieved it from the basement and son and I hope to give "Bourtai" new life on Walden Pond. Here are some pictures: