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20th April 2011, 12:36 AM #16
That has to be the nicest Gwen in OZ!
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25th April 2011, 01:12 PM #17
Gwen 12
I have a Gwen 12 and my boys have had many hours of fun sailing it in the Bribie Isl. Passage. I'm currently selling it and have my eye on a Navigator which will carry more people. It is a sad parting as I build some of the boat after my cousin lost interest. It sat for about 20 years unfinished under his house before I took up the challenge and completed the last 10% of the construction. It is finished in Estapol deck with Rescue orange hull and an off white cockpit. I would recommend a Gwen to anyone who is keen on sailing.
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26th April 2011, 10:10 AM #18Timberlove
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Now that is one thoroughly fine restoration. I hope you had a great Easter sailing her.
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27th April 2011, 08:41 AM #19Novice
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Gwen 12
Good to hear your story Rosco 057 - got any photos - sounds a nice boat.
Had a great Easter sailing my Gwen and she really flies. Spent four days out and about on Portland Harbour – dodging the recreational tuna boats was a good way to test it out. . Sunday was a perfect day, so I took her out of the bay and let her spread her wings on the open sea for a while - she really responded well. Monday was virtually becalmed but snuck up on a fairy penguin having a nap, which was a thrill for the kids, and then enjoyed a few playful seals having a roll around nearby. Worked out all of its problems, of which there are a few, but nothing that can’t be solved. Basically a great little boat. I can see how people grow out of them as my 50 year old body finds it a bit cramped, but it is great boat to get the kids into sailing.
A snap uploaded at the Portland dinghy launching beach – I generally had it to myself – only a couple of other cruising yachts heading out over the weekend amongst the hundreds of tuna boats. Sailing needs a revival! Will need to get someone with the camera on land next time to take some of it sailing
Cheers
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