Comments on: Intheboatshed.net links

By: chris kerfoot

chris kerfoot — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:48:42 +0000

hi,i read john cole is looking for info or vessels built at whites of southampton etc,i have a 60 foot motor yacht that i have been restoring for 20 years now.
she is called northern kiwi,formerly kiwi until after the second world war.if john would like to get in touch or has any one any info on these lovely motor yachts i would be very grateful.chris

By: Richard Chamberlain

Richard Chamberlain — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 10:47:20 +0000

I hope through your web site I may find someone who knows of the Falmouth boat builder ‘Shed 55′ The Docks Falmouth.( a block flats have been built on this site) I have purchased a 1970 cruiser originally called Windana and was owned at that time by Mr Derek Bell (Builder) of Camborne and then Feock, Truro. In 1987 she belonged to Mr Ray Law of Northwich, Cheshire -renamed Emaray and around 1995 to Mr Peter Sheene of Letchmore Herts, and renamed Sandpiper 93. Between being built and 1987 she had a wheelhouse fitted making her a very attractive trawler yacht. From the many photos and paper work I thought she was a ‘one off’ boat but by chance I saw the last few minutes of a documentary Sandpipers twin escorting 3 Yachts through the suez canal. I believe this boat was called either Lady Pamela or Pauline! and would love to know if anybody can help me trace sandpipers ’sister boats’.
Sandpiper is now moored in Alcudia, Mallorca and over the last ten years be restoring her to her former glory.

Richard Chamberlain, Bedfordshire

By: Gavin Atkin

Gavin Atkin — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 10:41:26 +0000

I fear this may be the reply I’ve given you before – but nevertheless it’s the one I have to offer.

This post about some plans made available by the Thames Traditional Boat Society would seem to answser your question, as it includes links to plans in pdf form: http://intheboatshed.net/2006/12/22/at-last-free-online-designs-for-a-skiff-and-a-racing-punt/

Good luck!

Gav

By: philip kemsley

philip kemsley — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 09:37:14 +0000

I have asked before,and dont understand reply.I am looking to buy some building plans for a traditional Thames rowing skiff,can you please help.

By: Maakainana

Maakainana — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 18:04:08 +0000

Great site. I am a retired ship Captain and presently have a Sundeer 60. However due to other factors I must sell her and am looking for a small boat to sail. I know of the 17 foot Pathfinder by a New Zealand designer and the 21 foot scooner by Bolger. Both very different boats. Any others come to mind?

Thanks for the efforts and experience you share here.

By: Tom Galyen

Tom Galyen — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 16:59:10 +0000

I have been a boater for some time, and am always looking for new sources of info on maintaining my replica 18th century “Jolly Boat” Three Sisters.

By: Martin Cooper

Martin Cooper — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:47:42 +0000

Hello
I am looking for any information on the Solveig design, other examples and any other owners.

I have owned her for 19 years now but in this time I have only limited information of the design. I know she was built by George Durr (Switzerland) but despite visiting the yard and meeting with George, and his son Peter, I have only found out that they recall her as a Solveig design. We believe the designer was Maurice Amiet but this information and extensive surfing the web has not lead to any further information.

These are some pictures of our Solveig
Stern Shot – http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3583/3323834940_5f84314a88_o.jpg

Bow Shot – http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3059/3323834508_8682b8a81f_o.jpg

Outside port quarter – http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3038/3323834108_71c256a37d_o.jpg

Stern Quarter – http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3572/3323833380_56a9203831_o.jpg

Thanks in advance
Martin

By: John Cole

John Cole — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:44:11 +0000

Hi,
Has anyone any knowledge of steam yachts etc. still in existence that were built by W. White & Sons of Cowes (NOT J. S. White) or White Bros. of Itchen Ferry, Southampton other than “Lulworth”?

I am very interested to have any news of same as I am descended from the Cowes White family.

http://www.vectisworks.com is a website I have set up, but the era from 1914 -1939 is very sketchy, so any info would be much appreciated.

Thanks in anticipation,
John

By: michalis georgiou

michalis georgiou — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 15:06:00 +0000

petrel is on the water for the last 3 years great boat but tiny cabin thats why i build fafnir new fotos at w.kalamos2001.piczo.com

By: michalis georgiou

michalis georgiou — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 10:16:53 +0000

hi all i am building fafnir sailing boat john welsfort design you can see my progres on my website

By: Susan Weber

Susan Weber — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:24:13 +0000

Wonderful to see Earle Brockway’s boat plans along with the corrections here, thanks for posting them.

By: Tony Teale

Tony Teale — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 01:52:13 +0000

Thanks for the Julie Skiff plans. I’ll start with the model.

By: Bob Smith

Bob Smith — Tue, 05 May 2009 04:55:28 +0000

I’m looking to build a small easy to sail and stable sail boat that three adults can get into.

By: Gavin Atkin

Gavin Atkin — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 18:49:22 +0000

Happy to do so – in fact, it’s done!

Gav

By: Simon Papendick

Simon Papendick — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 15:26:39 +0000

Hi Gavin,

Would it be possible for you to put my website address on the links for boatbuilders and restorers.

Regards
Simon Papendick

By: Gavin Atkin

Gavin Atkin — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 18:17:59 +0000

Many thanks for your kind comments Paul.

How about my Expedition Mouse design? See http://intheboatshed.net/2007/09/27/a-successful-first-adventure-for-the-paddling-and-sailing-expedition-boat-expedition-mouse/

Gav

By: Paul Y

Paul Y — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:06:02 +0000

Great Blog,

I’m a beginner sailor and I’m seriously considering building a very small sailing/rowing boat (car toppable/bicycle towable) for some sailing on the Thames and other locations. Any suggestions? Hannu’s Portuguese style dinghy or similar seems interesting. Perhaps slightly adapted with some storage/buoyancy?

Many thanks, keep up the good work!

–
Paul

By: Gavin Atkin

Gavin Atkin — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:58:53 +0000

Bill -

I’m delighted, really pleased, to hear this news.

As this will be the first complete full-sized Julie skiff, please stay in close contact and let me know of any problems that arise, or if there’s anything I can help with.

I would be hugely grateful for a report on the build (even if there isn’t much to say), please, some photos and a report too on how she performs. I’m sorry to trouble you for so much, but just a little material from the first builder can make a huge difference to the future takeup of the design.

Have you built the model?

Gav

By: Bill

Bill — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 19:28:58 +0000

Going to build the Julie this weekend. Plans look great. Should be fun.

By: Jack Panter

Jack Panter — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 19:47:35 +0000

I’ve been a regular visitoer to your other design resources page for years : http://home.clara.net/gmatkin/design.htm#designs

This new site is an excellent addition. Keep up the great work!

By: Carl West

Carl West — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:40:55 +0000

Been a observer of your mouse designs for years. Congratulations on you website

By: Jeff Long

Jeff Long — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 02:27:49 +0000

I’m interested in sailboat builder blogs and websites. I’m dreaming of doing it myself someday.

By: Bob Telford

Bob Telford — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 18:07:43 +0000

The Slipway Co-operative website is no longer available?

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