The News, Culture and Practice of Sailing woodenboats
in Australia, New Zealand & The South Pacific.
Unknown, Unloved - A Mystery On The Tamar
A rather beautiful boat stands on the hard, on the banks of the Tamar. Unknown, Un-Named and seemingly, Unloved. Can you help us solve the mystery?
The Things you find on Facebook Market Place
In 1973 the 33ft MAKULU was the only German entrant in that years Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. Today you can find her on facebook marketplace for sale for $2200 AUD.
Huon Pine! Iconic! and Free! (for the moment!)
Thanks to Jaemie Wilson for telling us about this rare opportunity. CORINNA, Perhaps the only huon pine international Dragon ever built is being offered free to a good home. Her condition is described as “Dilapidated”.
A Special SALAR is for Sale
Salar 40s were designed to be safe, comfortable, and seaworthy, and to travel long distances. ‘A round the world yacht’ was the marketing slogan when the boat was built, and it wasn’t just hot air.
Windward II
I had a quick look at Yachthub to see what else you might find for this price…Nothing against old Beneteaus, but if space and comfort are your priorities then I suggest you stay at home.
Zonja: Lost and Found
A post on Instagram about a Tumlaren prompted a family member to respond and start a trail of connections that led us to a boat that had disappeared for some 20 or more years.
Lady Luck!
This is one of the things we love about old wooden boats…For less than AUD$7000, you can own this incredible piece of history!
A New Custodian for Sunstone?
The famous Sunstone is for sale in Nelson, New Zealand, and for the right custodian she would be the most rewarding combination of form, function and provenance.
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