Went to see Wilsons Boatyard, Hayling Island today. Had a chat with the lady there who confirmed that there wouldn't be a problem putting the boat in there. As it is only 5 minutes walk from the house, that means we'll be able to dedicate plenty of effort towards the boat.
Got back and gave Nigel a call to confirm arrangements and that he was happy for us to go ahead with the boat. He is and we are making arrangements to move the boat to Hayling on Monday next week. Nigel has also offered to take us out for a sale on his own new GRP version of the boat. There is something to look forward to!
Finding out about lapstrake / clinker construction method has been the first thing, and on the face of it, it doesn't look to tricky! What is trickier is getting through the endless internet debate abou the right materials to be using. In particular, I am looking at options to epoxy the boat to maximise her watertightness and length of service for the wood on board the boat.
Our stated goal is now to have the boat back together at the latest for Cowes Week and the classes 75th anniversary next year, so we better get cracking!
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