Oughtred Gannet test sail - Moreton Bay dinghy cruising

[@paulbettin8645]

Won't argue with dad lovely boat.

[@afloatinawoodenboat]

Sure is! Can’t wait to take it out again one day. Have you sailed a Gannet?

[@Denocro7]

That was very enjoyable to watch. Thankyou

[@afloatinawoodenboat]

So glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching. Have you sailed a Gannet before?

[@Denocro7]

@@afloatinawoodenboat no I haven't sailed a gannet. The first boat I ever sailed was a heron, later on I sailed scow moths and 14ft skiffs and lazy E's. The gannet reminds me of the heron but of course the gannet is bigger. I'm getting older now and haven't sailed for many years but once it is in your blood it stays with you. Cheers Denis

[@afloatinawoodenboat]

@@Denocro7 I think you are right. Salt stays on your blood!

[@TFstopmo]

Wish I was there. Pop was clearly stoked to have gone on that trip

[@afloatinawoodenboat]

Wish you were too! Next time. I’m sorry I didn’t get any turtles on camera - there were so many!

[@olivei2484]

Cute little boat.

[@afloatinawoodenboat]

Isn’t it! She will be very shiny soon with a bit of new varnish and polish. I’m looking forward to testing her out on an actual expedition.

[@cvanscho]

Excellent video! Professional production values - must have taken a while to edit and compile. Well done!

[@afloatinawoodenboat]

Thank you so much, that’s really kind of you. They do take many hours, but they are great fun and extend the sailing experience. Have you sailed any Ian Oughtred boats before?

[@philipritson8821]

Mr Oughtred never designed an ugly boat did he? Rest In Peace.

[@afloatinawoodenboat]

You are certainly correct there! What a legacy he left.