Jen & I inspected Fair Dinkum in Broome last week. The boat has opened up quite badly below the water line along with the rudder. Have take the broken bleed screw & hosing off the diesel and had them repaired in Melbourne. Re-fitted the repaired bow roller and fitted repair kit to the toilet. The outboard motor is currently being serviced by Kingswood Marine.
The intention is to arrive in Broome 23rd May and set about re-cauking the hull below the waterline. Prime then anit-foul the boat.
I plan to set off from Broome early to mid June for Fremantle and see how I go.
CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR CREW.
I plan to set off from Broome early to mid June for Fremantle and see how I go.
CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR CREW.
Gerry Ryan of Melbourne has always been a 'doer'. Many years ago he had a goal of building his own boat and setting off onto the high seas. Over a period of many years he built his first boat, aptly named 'Avarest'. Not having any formal training in boat building, let alone sailing didn't hold him back. Gerry applied himself to the challenge and went on to complete several impressive trips along the east coast of Australia with his family and friends. After eventually parting ways with 'Avarest', he purchased 'Fair Dinkum'.
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Hello Gerry. What you are doing is very noble and must be fun (at least to those who appreciate a bit of an adventure). Hope you are living that legend of yours. God bless.
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