First post but having looked at the forum for a number of months, I think I am in a place where someone may be able to help.
Based in Kingston-upon-Thames, I am keen to get on the river (have been surveying clubs) in an older style Merlin Rocket; my 10 year old son is just about big enough to crew and my wife is happy to be back up in case!
I am therefore looking for either a project or a race ready boat.
In line with conventional wisdom I am looking for a dinghy with a narrower rather than broader beam and with good tacking manners.
My inclination is to go for a boat that is race ready (time, facilities and skills limit my ability to take on a rebuild) and I'd also be interested to talk to anyone who might be about to embark on a project themselves but would want to sell the boat once the job is done - looking at the forum it looks like one or two members are stocking up on winter projects!
I will also be posting 'wanted' adverts in the clubs along the river.
Hope someone can help or point me in the right direction.
Many thanks
Tim
Merlin Rocket - project or race ready
Re: Merlin Rocket - project or race ready
I'll Roger D, if he doesn't see this. He is selling the perfect merlin for you
Re: Merlin Rocket - project or race ready
Hi Tim I have Keto number 799 for sale.
viewtopic.php?f=8&t=5364&p=47798#p47798
The price is reduced if you scroll down
I have pictures available if you message me an email address.
Thanks Roger
viewtopic.php?f=8&t=5364&p=47798#p47798
The price is reduced if you scroll down
I have pictures available if you message me an email address.
Thanks Roger
Hornet 191 Shoestring,
Hornet 595 Demon awaiting restoration
Hornet 610 Final Fling
Hornet 353
Hornet 595 Demon awaiting restoration
Hornet 610 Final Fling
Hornet 353
Re: Merlin Rocket - project or race ready
Woops! unfortunate typo!chris wrote:I'll Roger D, if he doesn't see this.
Re: Merlin Rocket - project or race ready
Roger, I have sent you my number. Tim
Re: Merlin Rocket - project or race ready
Hello.
Mervyn allen at Tamesis is always looking for homes for abandoned usable Merlins..............
http://www.tamesisclub.co.uk/index.php/classifieds/
Mervyn allen at Tamesis is always looking for homes for abandoned usable Merlins..............
http://www.tamesisclub.co.uk/index.php/classifieds/
Re: Merlin Rocket - project or race ready
Thank you, I popped down last week and had a chat. Have left my details in case something comes up.
Re: Merlin Rocket - project or race ready
Keto is Mervyns old boat I am sure he can tell you about her
Hornet 191 Shoestring,
Hornet 595 Demon awaiting restoration
Hornet 610 Final Fling
Hornet 353
Hornet 595 Demon awaiting restoration
Hornet 610 Final Fling
Hornet 353
Re: Merlin Rocket - project or race ready
I have MR 3521, an Ovington built all-GRP NSM2, they are supposedly fairly good river boats.
She is down to weight, sound and functional but a little scruffy, and some tinkering is needed to get the rig working as the mast I originally had with her was bent beyond repair, I have sourced a replacement which is in good condition and included with the boat, but the two currently haven't met
It has been my intention to get her fully assembled, tidied up and properly advertised in the spring. This is long overdue as I have been rebuilding a complete basket case of a house, and have been struggling to find time to do much boat-related. So if this is possibly of interest I would be very happy to discuss a favourable 'as-is' price. You're welcome to send me a message if this sounds like it might be of interest.
Simon.
She is down to weight, sound and functional but a little scruffy, and some tinkering is needed to get the rig working as the mast I originally had with her was bent beyond repair, I have sourced a replacement which is in good condition and included with the boat, but the two currently haven't met
It has been my intention to get her fully assembled, tidied up and properly advertised in the spring. This is long overdue as I have been rebuilding a complete basket case of a house, and have been struggling to find time to do much boat-related. So if this is possibly of interest I would be very happy to discuss a favourable 'as-is' price. You're welcome to send me a message if this sounds like it might be of interest.
Simon.
Current custodian of-
Micro 18
Tiger Moth
'Gentleman Jim' Moth GBR3936
'Dragon' Moth GBR3848
Merlin Rocket 3521
Buell XB12R Firebolt
Landrover 110 Defender
And a big shed to keep them in...
Micro 18
Tiger Moth
'Gentleman Jim' Moth GBR3936
'Dragon' Moth GBR3848
Merlin Rocket 3521
Buell XB12R Firebolt
Landrover 110 Defender
And a big shed to keep them in...