Our author here, as you may have noticed, never seems to self promote. I have done some boat projects, enough to get a feel for what's going on. there are, as many of you know, many builders not far from him. Many are pros. I'm not trying to compare him with anyone when I wax enthusiastic about this project. I do however stand by my previous comments and enjoy this series a lot. Thank you Marty
When you get in the neighborhood of the Portland downriver to Ilwaco environs if you will post it in advance I'll buy you dinner and not talk much... Heh. I used a square bucket in a fabricated wooden "tub" for anchor retrieval with anchor storage on the short sprit. Carried 15' of chain and 150 feet of rode. In the early days of sailing we got a submerged log rolled around the 3/8 rode and played havoc getting it unwound. After that I always used 1/2" rode to be easier on the hands.
Rich - I’ve really loved camp-cruising in the lower Columbia, mostly upriver from Ilwaco, so I’m eager to have more experiences there. Yes, I’ll post about upcoming and just-completed cruises, and another Yes to 1/2-inch rode from a fellow boater who’s hands can’t stand yarding on 3/8” line. So, what’s that nice, heavily-reefed boat in your profile picture?
Marty, thank goodness your not Dry Quiet with regard to your writing and sharing! Amen to your heritage and life long accomplishments! You, et al are helping me make up for lost time on the water, that I think you never have had? Love the family photos - wonderfully preceious they are!
I would have never guessed you to be quiet or reserved but hey if that is what keeps you focused... back to Amen! Thanks as always! R
Marty, I honestly don’t think you will get a lot of the “isn’t that cute” type comments. I suspect the general consensus will be “what a cool little boat”. I think this boat will support the theory of “sail the smallest boat you can afford “. I truly believe that this vessel will get its share of miles in its rebirth. Hope your project will inspire others to look in the back of their home marina for a candidate for a similar resurrection.
Jay - “Cool little boat” would be nice, and much appreciated, but there will be the share of “Cute” and “Adorable” comments…which are fine, too. Oh, and “How do you like your Devlin?,” which I’ve heard a surprising number of times with our 1930 Alden-designed 30-foot motorboat (Sam loves that one). Finally, there’ll be something like “You don’t SLEEP on that thing, do you??” which is good for a snort.
"...who is slow to warm, but occasionally exhibits dabs of dry humor. Very dry. Well, so dry it isn’t what you’d call humor." Marty, wet or dry, this gave me a good chuckle.
Great piece Marty! Thanks always for an enjoyable visit to the workshop (complementing real visits) and a bit of family history. Is a name emerging for her? Tatoosh is growing on me, since Paul Allen's Tatoosh, now a yacht charter for billionaires, is away from here. But your Norwegian heritage begs for a name as well. Yndefull?
Denis - Still playing around with different names, and colors, and seemingly a dozen other details each day at the shop…and maybe the same number at home (!)
"Cold fish"? "Cold fish"? Not my experience....... at least when we are talking about or looking at boats............. As always, I am totally blown away, and so grateful you are taking us along. It's like listening to Tommy Emmanuel play ....... I can't do it, but I sure love listening!
Our author here, as you may have noticed, never seems to self promote. I have done some boat projects, enough to get a feel for what's going on. there are, as many of you know, many builders not far from him. Many are pros. I'm not trying to compare him with anyone when I wax enthusiastic about this project. I do however stand by my previous comments and enjoy this series a lot. Thank you Marty
…And sincere thanks to you, Phil…
Wonderful Marty. Love all the details. I look forward to your postings. God bless you. The best distraction from the news !!!
Eigil - Happy to be that kind of distraction; working at the shop keeps me away from the news, too!
When you get in the neighborhood of the Portland downriver to Ilwaco environs if you will post it in advance I'll buy you dinner and not talk much... Heh. I used a square bucket in a fabricated wooden "tub" for anchor retrieval with anchor storage on the short sprit. Carried 15' of chain and 150 feet of rode. In the early days of sailing we got a submerged log rolled around the 3/8 rode and played havoc getting it unwound. After that I always used 1/2" rode to be easier on the hands.
Rich - I’ve really loved camp-cruising in the lower Columbia, mostly upriver from Ilwaco, so I’m eager to have more experiences there. Yes, I’ll post about upcoming and just-completed cruises, and another Yes to 1/2-inch rode from a fellow boater who’s hands can’t stand yarding on 3/8” line. So, what’s that nice, heavily-reefed boat in your profile picture?
Marty, thank goodness your not Dry Quiet with regard to your writing and sharing! Amen to your heritage and life long accomplishments! You, et al are helping me make up for lost time on the water, that I think you never have had? Love the family photos - wonderfully preceious they are!
I would have never guessed you to be quiet or reserved but hey if that is what keeps you focused... back to Amen! Thanks as always! R
Rob - My quiet side appreciates your note about the family photos, along with your regular following of our project(s). All the best, Marty
Marty, I honestly don’t think you will get a lot of the “isn’t that cute” type comments. I suspect the general consensus will be “what a cool little boat”. I think this boat will support the theory of “sail the smallest boat you can afford “. I truly believe that this vessel will get its share of miles in its rebirth. Hope your project will inspire others to look in the back of their home marina for a candidate for a similar resurrection.
Jay - “Cool little boat” would be nice, and much appreciated, but there will be the share of “Cute” and “Adorable” comments…which are fine, too. Oh, and “How do you like your Devlin?,” which I’ve heard a surprising number of times with our 1930 Alden-designed 30-foot motorboat (Sam loves that one). Finally, there’ll be something like “You don’t SLEEP on that thing, do you??” which is good for a snort.
I like the look of that sampson post, Marty. I need to check the clearances on Toad to see if I can do the same.
If you want one exactly like that, browse the website of Longship Marine, a terrific purveyor of used boat hardware and other goodies.
"...who is slow to warm, but occasionally exhibits dabs of dry humor. Very dry. Well, so dry it isn’t what you’d call humor." Marty, wet or dry, this gave me a good chuckle.
Jeff - Thanks…and glad you appreciated my self-appraisal.
Enjoyed the personal touch with forebears’ photos ~ now we know it’s genetic.
And please forgive if I’m one who exclaims “Adorable!”
Sally - We’ll be happy to accept Adorable from you…
Great piece Marty! Thanks always for an enjoyable visit to the workshop (complementing real visits) and a bit of family history. Is a name emerging for her? Tatoosh is growing on me, since Paul Allen's Tatoosh, now a yacht charter for billionaires, is away from here. But your Norwegian heritage begs for a name as well. Yndefull?
Denis - Still playing around with different names, and colors, and seemingly a dozen other details each day at the shop…and maybe the same number at home (!)
"Cold fish"? "Cold fish"? Not my experience....... at least when we are talking about or looking at boats............. As always, I am totally blown away, and so grateful you are taking us along. It's like listening to Tommy Emmanuel play ....... I can't do it, but I sure love listening!
Thanks so much, Ferd!