Recent content by howardmurphy

Hi, Where would I get plans/drawings for an old racing yacht of the 1920/30's.? I am thinking of a sleek long keeled strip planked hull. Something for messing about in the bay when theres a nice breeze and a bit of sun. I don't want to buy a plastic laser or something like that for the price I...

Hi, I found comments on the Nic 32 in a magazine back issue. The comment was, that in a certain model, the hull flexed because the number of ribs was reduced. Was this ever fully explained, does anyone know about this.? Howard <hr width=100% size=1>

Run out of Gardens and Houses to ruin.? Just put on some more footy, that'l fill the gaps. <hr width=100% size=1>

Hi all Many thanks for the input. Youv'e all pretty much confirmed my thoughts. I am leaning towards a FIN Keel because its a better Yacht. This means the sailing will have to be in France I guess. Howard <hr width=100% size=1>

Hi, I just got my day skipper and am looking for my first yacht to get some miles in. I would like some input on the choice of say a Sadler 34 twin keel. The main reason for this choice is because I live on the east coast of Scotland and virtually all the Harbours there dry out. I don't really...