Weekly Report

Boarding Ladder Project is well underway. The wrong mount system was bought and needs serious modifications. A chance glimpse of Sam Holmes' system helps. This is a major safety feature to prevent falling when boarding.

Fitness is coming along with daily stretching, Yoga or resistance training. Earlier this week I managed to surf for the first time in years, and did quite well.  

Hebridean Windvane has been purchased and is en route from Scotland to Australia. Once arrived I need to make timber components before fitting up.

Storm Trisail and Headsail have arrived from Rolly Tasker Sails. The postage was horrendous, but hopefully the product will do the job.   .

Weather this week has been one of extremes. Several days of 40°ish days gave way to three successive days of 40mm rains and cold.  

Finances took a dive with my Foster Caring finishing last Friday. But yesterday I sold my rigid sea kayak for $500. I can rely on my portable inflatable when refitting and cruising. 

Overall its been a fabulous week of progress. Mostly with my fitness, being able to have a nice session on the surf was rewarding. During wet weather I spent more time clearing out stuff from house and shed. I now have a dedicated room to store my boat stuff. I've also been enjoying more free time, getting on top of my paid work and revisiting my interest with Jester single handing. 

Next week I hope to get aboard and dit the boarding ladder, do some electrical wiring of internal lights, hoist sails and sort rigging. 

Bon voyage.




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