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by Paul Rogers
Wed Apr 23, 2014 12:21 pm
Forum: Boat maintenance, repair and restoration
Topic: triple stacker frame.
Replies: 12
Views: 6310

triple stacker frame.

Can anyone advise what size and gauge square section I should specify for a custom bolt on triple stacker trailer frame to carry minisails?
by Paul Rogers
Thu Feb 27, 2014 10:13 pm
Forum: Banter
Topic: Hello!
Replies: 11
Views: 8661

Re: Hello!

The 2014 minisail nationals are being held at Whitfriars in early July. Rupert will be coaching the rest of us in how to get the best out of a minisail and an international contingent will be attending. Would be good to see you there. Its only about 40 minutes away from your club.
by Paul Rogers
Thu Feb 27, 2014 9:32 pm
Forum: Banter
Topic: Hello!
Replies: 11
Views: 8661

Re: Hello!

Hi Flounder. Welcome to the minisail world. There is also a minisail facebook page. I see you are at the severn sailing club. Thats not far from me. Minisails ideally need a larger expanse of water than you can find on the Avon as they don't point upwind well but are the best fun you can imagine whe...
by Paul Rogers
Fri Feb 21, 2014 8:02 pm
Forum: Boat maintenance, repair and restoration
Topic: buoyancy.
Replies: 7
Views: 4215

Re: buoyancy.

My minisprint uses the polystyrene to add rigidity to the moulding. The polystyrene blocks are attached to the underside of the foredeck with a layer of more rigid expanded foam that was obviously poured in before the deck and hull mouldings where put together. Even removing enough to fit an inspect...
by Paul Rogers
Sun Feb 02, 2014 11:07 pm
Forum: Boats and bits wanted
Topic: Minisail rig
Replies: 0
Views: 3649

Minisail rig

I am pleased to say that the Minisail Association appears to be going from strength to strength at the moment. :D Cheeky little boats that provide a fun break from the varnishing and painting of my other pride and joys. We have members all over the country and abroad now trying to save the remaining...
by Paul Rogers
Wed Jan 29, 2014 11:09 pm
Forum: Banter
Topic: Launching.
Replies: 19
Views: 14129

Re: Launching.

I was not impressed by the instruction that I have observed him giving, Not sure why he is making these comments which are not accurate from my experience. It is a very friendly club where the racing is competitive but not taken too seriously. That's why they tolerate our classic/old boats and the o...
by Paul Rogers
Tue Jan 14, 2014 10:53 am
Forum: Boats and bits for sale
Topic: Free Minisails
Replies: 8
Views: 2250

Re: Free Minisails

Hi Rupert, I would be interested in a Minisprint if their are 2, I know Paul has expressed an interest in a Minisprint, I would be prepared to take the incomplete one. Thanks Rob. Chris and I have arranged with the owner to pick up both boats on Sunday so it looks as if you will be the proud owner ...
by Paul Rogers
Sun Sep 29, 2013 12:24 am
Forum: Boat Identification and Dinghy History
Topic: one off/mystery on the bay
Replies: 11
Views: 7290

Re: one off/mystery on the bay

Went to view today and made an offer. Came away with this boat and a National !2 4 planker restoration project thrown in as part of the deal :) looks like my winter is going to get busy. :D
by Paul Rogers
Thu Sep 26, 2013 11:59 am
Forum: Boat Identification and Dinghy History
Topic: one off/mystery on the bay
Replies: 11
Views: 7290

Re: one off/mystery on the bay

My 2 minisails will be staying but other half is taking lessons and would like something larger to crew. :)
by Paul Rogers
Thu Sep 26, 2013 6:32 am
Forum: Boat Identification and Dinghy History
Topic: one off/mystery on the bay
Replies: 11
Views: 7290

Re: one off/mystery on the bay

Don't know what it is Nessa but at the nationals I decided I wanted a proper boat and as it looks interesting and more room than a minisail and local to me.... dont know where I'll store it.

Paul.
by Paul Rogers
Fri Aug 23, 2013 10:13 am
Forum: Events
Topic: National Rally - who is coming?
Replies: 78
Views: 41800

Re: National Rally - who is coming?

Forgot to say wr are also bringing a tent.
by Paul Rogers
Fri Aug 23, 2013 9:54 am
Forum: Events
Topic: National Rally - who is coming?
Replies: 78
Views: 41800

Re: National Rally - who is coming?

I shall be attending with a minisail and non sailing friend.
by Paul Rogers
Thu Dec 13, 2012 10:54 pm
Forum: Boat maintenance, repair and restoration
Topic: Restoration of the Year
Replies: 37
Views: 10342

Re: Restoration of the Year

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