CARE and  EQUIPPING of LITTLE RED

CARE and EQUIPPING of LITTLE RED

Our new-to-us Little R.E.D. although in great shape, did have a couple areas of wear and tear.  To be on the safe side we reinforced those spots with patches.

(the cleaning up story here)

Patch Kit

Patch Kit

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The Process

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The Patch

Also, after François’ hard work scrubbing and cleaning her up, a good coat of UV vinyl guard protection was applied to keep her looking spiffy.

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The Protection

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Fully Equipped

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Ready to Launch

At least now we’ve recovered some of our spare room to make ready for most welcomed guests.

Here is a useful link for safety equipment required on all dinghies, only in Canada, eh?

CARE and EQUIPPING LITTLE RED
Ingredients
  • Patch kit (appropriate for dinghy type)
  • UV vinyl protector
  • Safety equipment according to dinghy size: bailer, heaving line, water tight flashlight, signaling device
  • Dinghy anchor
  • Anchor rode
  • Two oars to build boat muscles
Instructions

 

HOME IS WHERE THE ANCHOR DROPS

HOME IS WHERE THE ANCHOR DROPS

…and for the past several (and very cold) months,
R.E.D.’s anchor has resided here on land….
…but now, she’s back where she should be….

 

…with 30′ of new (and shiny) anchor chain…
…today was the day to try her out, a feisty 15-20 knot west winds,
middle of the lake we dropped her and she held fast…
…it was a cold day on the water for a picnic at anchor….
…but a great day to sail, heading into the wind we made 5.2 knots…

 

…and 6.2 knots on a reach…
…pretty darn good for our little boat, Captain!