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@timmit3579 2 күн бұрын
I think those Mirror dinghies would look great with some kind of "Bow Beard" mounted on the bow of the boat... Give 'er a "tug boat" look...
@georgeschwerin2517 15 күн бұрын
Looks like Sunday was much calmer! Saturday was great though. Really enjoyed it and thanks for the opportunity to crew Tony.
@scottadamson78 15 күн бұрын
Well done - she’s sailing well under these conditions! Thanks for the invitation to take part.
@tilroh 16 күн бұрын
She goes well with jib and mizzen. Was a pleasure to watch.
@TonyKeyes 15 күн бұрын
@@tilroh so many sail-shortening options with a ketch! Considered taking in a reef in the main, but for simplicity and safety handed it altogether, with not much speed penalty.
@johnhockings 16 күн бұрын
Wonderful to see her all set up again Tony! 🎉
@user-th3ll8rl7i 2 ай бұрын
This boat is almost surreal, like it's impossible that it even exists! I actually have the plans in a compendium of Bolger designs. I'm not sure there's enough information to build it, but I'll certainly think about it. It's called " boat dreaming."
@jhoppenrath001 3 ай бұрын
I am trying to decide between the Pathfinder and the 6M Whaler for my boat build. I want to do events like the Race to Alaska, The Texas 200, and the Everglades Challenge so the ability to sleep aboard and good seakeeping is a must. I also need to balance that with the ability to row it for longer periods. My last "Want" is to be able to overnight camp with myself and two smaller framed persons under a boom tent or dodger. I am hoping that since you have had some experience with the Welsford designs, you will be able to give some input on why you chose the Whaler over the Pathfinder for your boat. On paper, they appear to be about the same length but the Whaler seems like a much larger boat to me and I am afraid it might be too big for weekend towing to the lake or rowing on the local city lake.
@TonyKeyes 3 ай бұрын
Beluga wasn’t a new build. I was looking for a Pathfinder but couldn’t find one. I hadn’t considered a Whaler until this one became available. I like the larger boat. With auxiliary power, I can handle her solo, but can take a crowd as in this video. For accommodation and sea keeping she’s great. But rowing for extended periods you could only contemplate with a crew of four. I’ve rowed one or two up but only for short bursts in placid conditions. I don’t have any experience with a Pathfinder but there are plenty on the Welsford Facebook group that do. Good luck!
@user-th3ll8rl7i 5 ай бұрын
This is similiar to the Bolger Gypsy although it seems a little bigger. I would like it better however if the mast was unstayed.
@benrusi2289 6 ай бұрын
See no "gaffers"?
@TonyKeyes 6 ай бұрын
There were at least two (Toona Maris at 0:20 and Swordfish e.g. at 4:36), but you make a fair point, most boats were jib-headed.
@jasonstork9606 7 ай бұрын
Oh the memories......oooh and the hangover.....Next year I promise to turn up for Race 3!
@martinrasmussen 7 ай бұрын
What a year you have had 👍🏼⛵️
@TonyKeyes 7 ай бұрын
Godt nytår! It seems you have too. I have been really enjoying all your shorts recently. Cheers!
@martinrasmussen 7 ай бұрын
@@TonyKeyes thanks Tony 🙏🏻
@jetta1342 7 ай бұрын
She is a handsome vessel, Tony. Thanks for your compilations. We will be back in QLD and moving in on the 11th. Come for a ride in 'Periwinkle' with me soon...
@jetta1342 9 ай бұрын
Oh, Tony, I'm torn between an overwhelming desire to have a boat like Wotama sailing in that area in those (varied) conditions, with the promise of good conversation at anchor on one hand, and the simplicity of a sailing dinghy on the other. I would almost give my right arm for a boat on which I could go below at the end of a spirited sail. I am so very happy for you! Ross
@bernadettemarley7990 9 ай бұрын
got to love a good breeze in flat seas...the best sailing. looks very good and enjoyable Tony!
@jasonstork9606 9 ай бұрын
Gee Wotama was really moving. There is no way I could have Luna out in conditions like that but Wotama just seems to soak it up
@TonyKeyes 9 ай бұрын
Thanks Jason. Although don't get much sense of it from the footage, some of the seas looked like they'd end up in the cockpit, but we only got spray.
@jasonstork9606 9 ай бұрын
@@TonyKeyes That's probably because the boat was designed to be a seaworthy boat rather that a surfboard with a mast.....like some of these modern boats.
@tilroh 9 ай бұрын
I thoroughly enjoyed that hour. Wotama goes to weather with comfortable grace. I could have watched more.
@TonyKeyes 9 ай бұрын
Thanks Mack. I'm still on the handheld phone. One day I'll get a decent camera with enough storage to keep it running at length.
@tilroh 9 ай бұрын
@@TonyKeyes in the meantime, I've got one you can borrow.
@martinrasmussen 9 ай бұрын
Fantastic weather and sailing. Great video Tony 🙏🏼
@TonyKeyes 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching, Martin. I'm glad you enjoyed it!
@Crispkingguy 9 ай бұрын
Just re-watching the drone footage and noticing the tendency of the mirror dinghy to almost instantly round up as the boat starts to surf the wave. I wonder if this is due to the hull speed being almost instantly exceeded. Any comments? The boats look stable throughout. @TonyKeyes
@TonyKeyes 9 ай бұрын
I'm no expert Chris, but I have since thought that if I was doing it again, I'd have the centreboard up, get my weight as far aft as possible, steer less than 90 degrees to the breaking seas, and maybe scandalise or even douse the main.
@Crispkingguy 9 ай бұрын
@@TonyKeyes that sounds like a great idea to me. That’s a positive of having a dagger board/centre board configuration.
@jasonstork9606 10 ай бұрын
Gee with 4 sails up she was going along at a good speed. I can't believe how flat it was, I have been putting off sailing because of the wind, but that seemed perfect!
@TonyKeyes 10 ай бұрын
We were also rigged for some kite practice, but it got a bit breezy to try that two-handed.
@johnhockings 10 ай бұрын
What a day for it - fabulous.
@tilroh 10 ай бұрын
this video is therapeutic
@armandbarbe1812 Жыл бұрын
And a clean wake! Very efficient hull it seems.
@iainsproat2250 Жыл бұрын
A beautiful vessel.
@EnricoFranconiPolisportiva Жыл бұрын
wonderful strong dinghy and beautiful place. Beluga is a beauty!.. thank for sharing.
@tilroh Жыл бұрын
wow, BELUGA is fast
@TonyKeyes Жыл бұрын
Maybe not quite as fast as a slippery Parker crab skiff, but with a decent breeze in her teeth, she gets up and goes.
@tilroh Жыл бұрын
@@TonyKeyes I'm not so sure, you were keeping up with that Goat Island Skiff and you were pointing higher! And, BELUGA handily walked away from the Norfolk sharpie.
@mapstarkles 5 ай бұрын
I love how you're able to sail in the shade under your bimini. Did you have to modify your rig and boom to make that work?
@jasonstork9606 Жыл бұрын
Nice work sailing in those conditions. You can see me at 3:50 chickening out and motoring to the "sail past"
@TonyKeyes Жыл бұрын
Thanks Jason. And about the same spot I tagged your video.
@johnpearson2434 Жыл бұрын
Looks like great sailing mate!
@martinrasmussen Жыл бұрын
Windy days 👌🏻🤩
@TonyKeyes Жыл бұрын
Day 1 was very calm, but day 2 filled in nicely. 🤙
@maremontilago Жыл бұрын
Your Welsford is always very beautiful. good sailing!
@sailoutofagarage6212 Жыл бұрын
Some nice sailing to like.
@kenborgers637 Жыл бұрын
Tony, Just discovered your 6-meter videos and really enjoying them. I agree with the comment about appreciating the natural sounds of sailing, music-free. How is it sailing solo with the 6-meter? Can you launch, rig, and haul out easily without assistance? Thanks again for the gorgeous rides!
@TonyKeyes Жыл бұрын
G’day Ken. She’s a biggish boat for a trailer, but with a properly fitted one I find it readily manageable. With a strong cross wind, tide or current a second pair of hands is useful. Similarly, if you’re not in a hurry she can be rigged and sailed single handed, again being sensible with the conditions. The yawl rig affords multiple options for shortening sail in a blow. Cheers, Tony
@alanlake5220 Жыл бұрын
Nothing can be finer than bobbing about in a Mirror Dinghy on a nice day .
@SmallSailboatCruising Жыл бұрын
That looked like a lot of fun.
@martinrasmussen Жыл бұрын
Great race, and nice anchor spot 🙏🏼
@tilroh Жыл бұрын
looks like a nice sail, perfect wind.
@martinrasmussen Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the ride 🤙🏼very nice😎
@tilroh Жыл бұрын
on a day like that you'd want to just keep going and going
@TonyKeyes Жыл бұрын
Exactly right!
@martinrasmussen Жыл бұрын
Great sailing day and beautiful surroundings 🙏🏻 pretty windy 👌🏻⛵
@TonyKeyes Жыл бұрын
We did get lucky with a good breeze!
@sailoutofagarage6212 Жыл бұрын
Nice! Could you talk us through the boat sometime, pros and cons? Would be great to know more about the this model.
@TonyKeyes Жыл бұрын
I've been meaning to do a video along those lines, but haven't got around to it yet. You've inspired me to write something, so I'll do that and post it here. Meanwhile, I recommend the information at both John Welsford www.jwboatdesigns.co.nz/plans/6m_whaler/index.htm and Duckworks Boatbuilders' Supplies websites duckworks.com/6-meter-whaler-printed-plans/. If you haven't seen it already, the John Welsford Small Craft Design facebook group has a few Whaler builders and sailors.
@rioforforeigners Жыл бұрын
I'd like to Know how it compares to a Caledonia Yawl. Welsford says build time would be 200 h of competent labour, but it looks way more!
@TonyKeyes Жыл бұрын
@@rioforforeigners I haven't built either, but I guess the Whaler would take longer due to the more complex structure.
@jasonstork9606 Жыл бұрын
You were getting some speed up there at times. Old Magnus was copping it in the face! I'd like to do a trip around Wivenhoe one of these days, well I guess after the current rains abate and the water clears up.
@TonyKeyes Жыл бұрын
G'day Jason. I've sailed around Logan Inlet a bit, and on the big open lower reaches, decent wind and water levels afford good sailing. But the upper reaches were a real revelation. We were fortunate with the wind, particularly early in the day, and of course the levels are optimal now. Let's go, when the weather improves!
@DinghyCruisingKingfisher Жыл бұрын
Ripping along there Tony, great stuff.
@martinrasmussen Жыл бұрын
What a great windy day for sailing ⛵👌🏻Looks like your guys had a fantastic day✨
@TonyKeyes Жыл бұрын
We did have excellent conditions. It was unusual to have such a good wind so early in the day. Thanks for watching! 👍
@albertoharistoy4546 Жыл бұрын
What a video
@jetta1342 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful to see Beluga continuing to provide satisfaction, Tony. You do my heart good.
@DinghyCruisingKingfisher Жыл бұрын
Always like seeing Beluga in action. Thanks Tony.
@SailingKateLouise Жыл бұрын
A nice gentle day ...shame about the rain, cheers Paul
@martinrasmussen Жыл бұрын
Seems like a wet but nice day on the water 👌🏻
@jasonstork9606 Жыл бұрын
Great day out, thanks Tony. Beluga was every bit as wonderful as I thought she'd be.
@maremontilago 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent boat, it holds the sea very well.