tidclacy
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My daughter has just acquired one of the above. Has anyone experience of these boats, any hints or tips?
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ex-Gladys
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'orrible little things, one of Jack Holt's but way bettered by Ian Proctor's Gull
Dan Tribe
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One of several similar designs from the 60s, like Heron, Gull,, Torch even Mirror. Originally ply, double chine gunter rig with orange or gold sails for some reason.
I'm sure you know but the trick with gunter is to haul the yard up tight and vertical before pulling down the tack for luff tension. A common problem with small boats is sitting too far aft. Sit forward to keep the trim right.
I'm sure you know but the trick with gunter is to haul the yard up tight and vertical before pulling down the tack for luff tension. A common problem with small boats is sitting too far aft. Sit forward to keep the trim right.
