boat cradles

[matelot]

any views on the various makes and designs of winter cradles - fin keeler 1.9m draft?

 

[MoodySabre]

I've got a Jacobs for my Moody 31 1.7 fin. It is fully adjustable and demountable - although too heavy to be transported in a car. If I had a boat much longer than that then I think that a 6 leg version would be better. Lots of pics on website

 

[earlybird]

Mine bears the label, Clayton Universal Yacht Cradle, made by the Yacht Leg Company. It's rated at up to 38 ft and 18 tons It's very versatile and secure, with "fine adjustment" by Acro-Props. I'd guess that the 2 pieces of the telescopic spine each weigh over about 120 lb. I can just about manage them , all other components are easily handled.
It packs down to about 7ft by 4 ft. I've made a bolt-on axle with Indespension units and I can tow it behind my car. It takes an hour or so to assemble / pack away by one person but two're better. Excellent design, recommended.
Edit:- just looked at YLC Web-site, they appear not to make this particular type any more, but do make one that goes in a car boot.

 

[PeterGibbs]

Agreed - had a Jacobs now for 11 seasons - 10 tonne boat - 1.9m draft - rock solid though all weathers, and kind to my topsides with loads of pads etc. Made to agricultural standards by nice helpful Brits...what more can one want?

PWG
(no commercial connection)

 

[KenMcCulloch]

Round these parts cardles from Tennamast are very popular. Robust, well priced and very secure. Made in Scotland from galvanised steel.

 

[pvb]

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Made in Scotland from galvanised steel.

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[KenMcCulloch]

No, Irn-Bru is 'Made in Scotland From Girders' which are rarely galvanised. It is (and I say this as the proud wearer of a 'saltire ensign') also the most disgusting fizzy drink ever invented.

 

[flaming]

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any views on the various makes and designs of winter cradles - fin keeler 1.9m draft?

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Does this mean you have a new boat?

 

[isha]

I use a Jacobs. Built like a tank and no worries about its capabilities. Very heavy though and whilst I am pleased with it I would now buy something lighter and more easily shifted next time. Might be persuaded to sell it and get a lighter one.
Dave

 

[Billjratt]

This was designed and built by a pal of mine. If you've a long keeler, it's the DBs.
It's just two pairs of hinged legs, with jacks and chains, separate.
Fits in the back of a Pug206 estate. (but watch the weight!)
the boat has remained happy and secure throughout all the howlers we've had this winter.
could be made by anyone with a little skill, cheaply.

 

[Skylark]

My boat is 36 ft fin keel. Bought a Yacht Leg 6-leg new this winter because no one wants to use sawn-off telegraph poles any more.

Very easy to assemble single-handed. Easy to fit and adjust. Hopefully, easy to tear down and store. Literature says it can be moved by an Estate car. Seems reasonable but not yet tried it. (not planning to buy an Estate car!)

David

 

[chrishscorp]

Mine bears the label, Clayton Universal Yacht Cradle, made by the Yacht Leg Company. It's rated at up to 38 ft and 18 tons It's very versatile and secure, with "fine adjustment" by Acro-Props. I'd guess that the 2 pieces of the telescopic spine each weigh over about 120 lb. I can just about manage them , all other components are easily handled.
It packs down to about 7ft by 4 ft. I've made a bolt-on axle with Indespension units and I can tow it behind my car. It takes an hour or so to assemble / pack away by one person but two're better. Excellent design, recommended.
Edit:- just looked at YLC Web-site, they appear not to make this particular type any more, but do make one that goes in a car boot.

Hello Early bird you dont have any photos of this frame in action do you please ?

 

[Goldie]

any views on the various makes and designs of winter cradles - fin keeler 1.9m draft?

Will you be leaving it in the boatyard or do you need it to be transportable? As some (most?) yards charge storage, I opted for transportable so as to store it at home and bought a 6 leg cradle from The Yacht Leg Company and after 20 years it’s almost as good as new. IIRC, it’s the ‘TG9’ model. Easily transported in the back of a hatchback or estate - but not necessarily all in one trip. Storage away from the yard prevents unauthorised use - I once went to collect the cradle and found that the yard had put another boat in it!

Edit: Doh! Just noticed the date of the OP’s post…

 

[dgadee]

No, Irn-Bru is 'Made in Scotland From Girders' which are rarely galvanised. It is (and I say this as the proud wearer of a 'saltire ensign') also the most disgusting fizzy drink ever invented.

My Gran (in Wishaw) called it 'Ginger'. A West coast delicacy.