Long overdue post to explain what is going on with my well being. El Capitano is supposed to be giving me a refit but it feels more like a demolition job to me. All my cabinet doors have been removed and the engine is half dismantled. The fore peak is full of junk and he hasn't visited me in months.
This blog is the random accounts of a much loved and used Macwester Rowan on the East Coast of the UK from the perspective of Chantilly, the boat. Veneer and Varnish would also have been a suitable title for this 'account' of my life as a small boat living on the East Coast.
Sunday, 16 August 2020
Thursday, 12 December 2019
Slap and Kiss
So El Capitano has decided to transfer (sell) Mischief, good riddance to the little trollop. We'll have to see how he gets on with the new floosie, Louisa.
On the other hand, he has shown me some love by polishing my topsides. After cutting back with Farecla G3 and then waxing with Farecla UV wax I feel great.
On the other hand, he has shown me some love by polishing my topsides. After cutting back with Farecla G3 and then waxing with Farecla UV wax I feel great.
Wednesday, 31 July 2019
I'd rather be sailing a Macwester Rowan
Two years ago I completed the Jester Challenge to Baltimore with El Capitano. We had a great time and I kept him on his toes. He now appreciates the benefits I offer; comfort, safety, standing headroom, in-board engine (now reliable), decent sails, steering stability and character. Also, he has realised that a faster boat on paper isn't necessarily faster in the open sea. Check out his attempt to complete the Jester Challenge this year HERE.
Wednesday, 2 January 2019
Starboard side leak
I have had a small leak on my starboard side for a few years and now it is time to investigate the source. It appears to be at the deck / hull join amidships and with the trim of the boat on stands it is more pronounced and fills the locker base with about 1/2" each time it rains. To move this forward El Capitano will need to remove the rubbing band and this appears to be a significant task!!
Thursday, 15 November 2018
A well earned rest
After 2 years afloat I am ashore and looking forward to a well earned rest. I have a lovely slot at HNYC near to power and water and on the new hard standing. I am sure I will continue to be abused by El Capitano but at least he will be focusing his efforts on Mischief. The plan is that I will be ashore until late 2020.
Monday, 15 October 2018
Why no posts?
Apart from a great club rally trip to Brightlingsea in August I have been left alone. Occasional checks to make sure I am still afloat are all I see of El Capitaino. He is busy with another boat, Azores or Bust.
Monday, 9 July 2018
The Not Norway Trip
Summer cruise 2018 to no where appears in cruise reports. It was actually quite fun and there is always next year. So long as he remembers that I am in charge and he is only there to bug me.
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