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#31
West Wight Potter Yachts / Splish splash in Richmond, CA ...
Last post by gwhiz - Feb 23, 2026, 10:48 PMTony and his P19 "Swell Intentions" are meeting me at Marina Bay launch about 9 AM this Saturday (Feb 28). Posting this and then booking a berth for Saturday night.
We were there a couple of weeks ago for the official club tune-up event and, on Sunday, we had our first go at circumna—, circumnav—, uh, going around Angel Island.
We were led by Sharon and David in their M15 (Junco) and joined by GeorgeW in his Sparrow 16 (Betty Sparrow).
Happy to have company if anyone wants to join. I believe and hope that we're taking PhilM out to dinner—he's just back from Lake Pleasant, AZ—if anyone wants to join for the terrestrial part of the weekend.
-Gary
We were there a couple of weeks ago for the official club tune-up event and, on Sunday, we had our first go at circumna—, circumnav—, uh, going around Angel Island.
We were led by Sharon and David in their M15 (Junco) and joined by GeorgeW in his Sparrow 16 (Betty Sparrow).
Happy to have company if anyone wants to join. I believe and hope that we're taking PhilM out to dinner—he's just back from Lake Pleasant, AZ—if anyone wants to join for the terrestrial part of the weekend.
-Gary
#32
TSBB General Talk / Re: Almost-A-SCAMP Progress Re...
Last post by Charles Brennan - Feb 23, 2026, 10:06 PMDale, Thank you for your kind words.
It is ABSOLUTELY my intention to bring the boat to the Cedar Key Small Boat Meet this year, (May 1st - 3rd, although Saturday, is the really big day) even if I have to ROW it the mile over to Atsena Otie Key!!
I still have tons of tasks to accomplish at this point, primarily some extensive Bimini top modifications.
And I haven't even started on the rigging yet, beyond getting the mast and spars built and painted.
The SCAMP's balanced lug rig is a surprisingly complex system (at least, it is the way I'm doing it!)
and will take some effort. And even with such a clear goal in sight, I am not compromising any step in the process.
It will take as long as it takes, and that's all there is to it.
Hope to see you there,
Charles Brennan
It is ABSOLUTELY my intention to bring the boat to the Cedar Key Small Boat Meet this year, (May 1st - 3rd, although Saturday, is the really big day) even if I have to ROW it the mile over to Atsena Otie Key!!
I still have tons of tasks to accomplish at this point, primarily some extensive Bimini top modifications.
And I haven't even started on the rigging yet, beyond getting the mast and spars built and painted.
The SCAMP's balanced lug rig is a surprisingly complex system (at least, it is the way I'm doing it!)
and will take some effort. And even with such a clear goal in sight, I am not compromising any step in the process. It will take as long as it takes, and that's all there is to it.
Hope to see you there,
Charles Brennan
#33
TSBB General Talk / Re: Almost-A-SCAMP Progress Re...
Last post by Captain Kidd - Feb 23, 2026, 08:43 PMCharles, your genius, your attention to detail, and your commitment to build a boat that will last a very long time have all been very impressive. You're close and no doubt, very eager and excited about splashing Urchin.
I'm guessing you are planning to make Cedar Key. I'm still trying to plan a 70th birthday adventure. I'm not going to promise, but Cedar Key has the possibility to be a part of the adventure. I would love to see your boat, not to mention meeting you in person and sailing in company with you. Still a lot on the table. I'll keep you posted.
I'm guessing you are planning to make Cedar Key. I'm still trying to plan a 70th birthday adventure. I'm not going to promise, but Cedar Key has the possibility to be a part of the adventure. I would love to see your boat, not to mention meeting you in person and sailing in company with you. Still a lot on the table. I'll keep you posted.
#34
TSBB General Talk / Re: Almost-A-SCAMP Progress Re...
Last post by Charles Brennan - Feb 23, 2026, 08:19 PMRiley,
Me too.
I also hedged my bets, by making sure I put the grain of the teak plugs, in line with the grain of the hand rails.
That way, I won't get as much "chip-out" with the chisel, cutting across the grain.
DAMHIKT
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I'm very grateful, for all suggestions I've received during this build.
I don't say it enough, but I greatly appreciate all the advice I've gotten, from people like you, Spot, Dale, Doug, Charlie Jones, Frank, Fred, Dave Scobie and probably a half dozen other guys I've forgotten to name.
That's what makes the TSBB such an invaluable resource.
Thanks,
Charles Brennan
Quote from: Riley Smith on Feb 23, 2026, 06:21 PMI use a very sharp chisel to get my plugs down most of the way.Yup.
Me too.
I also hedged my bets, by making sure I put the grain of the teak plugs, in line with the grain of the hand rails.
That way, I won't get as much "chip-out" with the chisel, cutting across the grain.
DAMHIKT
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(Details matter!)
I'm very grateful, for all suggestions I've received during this build.
I don't say it enough, but I greatly appreciate all the advice I've gotten, from people like you, Spot, Dale, Doug, Charlie Jones, Frank, Fred, Dave Scobie and probably a half dozen other guys I've forgotten to name.
That's what makes the TSBB such an invaluable resource.
Thanks,
Charles Brennan
#35
TSBB General Talk / Re: Almost-A-SCAMP Progress Re...
Last post by Riley Smith - Feb 23, 2026, 06:21 PMOn the trailer! Way to go! Won't be too much longer before you're figuring out how to sail this babe! I use a very sharp chisel to get my plugs down most of the way. Saves a lot of sanding but it must be razor sharp. I have a dedicated set that I keep in a wooden case and sharpen them with a fine diamond stone. We're talking dangerous weapon here and you don't get body parts in the way of those things. You can control a chisel very well because of the length. Sanding is good too but more work.
#36
Precision / Re: Winter weather
Last post by tjspiel - Feb 23, 2026, 04:34 PM20" is plenty!
A nice pleasant 4" last week to brighten things up and maybe a couple more this week but I'm starting to think about when I can take the cover off and do a little work.
A nice pleasant 4" last week to brighten things up and maybe a couple more this week but I'm starting to think about when I can take the cover off and do a little work.
#37
TSBB General Talk / Re: Almost-A-SCAMP Progress Re...
Last post by Doug SC - Feb 23, 2026, 09:51 AMBoat on wheels now and almost ready to get wet. It is looking great!
#38
Precision / Re: Winter weather
Last post by Brian N. - Feb 23, 2026, 09:36 AMI thought about that! But so far the cover which has a steep ridge (Mast) has shed a good deal of the snow. The cover did collapse somewhat onto the cockpit benches, as the snow is heavy and wet. So far about 18 inches of snow and 1-2 inches per hour more until around noon, then the system literally blows out with high winds to follow. Montauk, which is east of my location recorded 80 mph winds this morning! I'll keep the image of my boat sailing on a beautiful summer day in my mind as I start up the snow blower 
#39
TSBB General Talk / Re: restoration project
Last post by Riley Smith - Feb 23, 2026, 09:08 AMYay! That doesn't even look like the same boat! Fine job. One day I'd love to have a boat with teak decks.
#40
TSBB General Talk / Re: restoration project
Last post by Chris Muthig - Feb 23, 2026, 08:36 AMGorgeous restoration!