We've been too busy with the build to even take pictures. The cold weather and rain over the weekend also set us back a bit. So now it's time for some compromises. Not on structure or function, but unfortunately on looks. No more sanding and finishing. No time for varnishing or painting.
This week is about finishing the rudder, getting the dagger boards set, getting the water stays and shrouds made and installed, mast stepped, and all the hardware on. Oh yea, we still have to get the trampolines made. I'll go down again for the weekend.
I'm still hoping we can get the trimaran on the water Sunday, at least for a short test trial. We're planning to drive to Tampa on Tuesday, but the Challenge doesn't start till Saturday, we might need those extra days. I'ts really crunch time now.
Alan posted a thank-you to Murray's for helping us out with some of our gear. The only real way to thank Graham and Carla Byrnes for the use of the shop, equipment and tools, and time to work on the boat is to name our team Team B&B.
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About SandyBottom
A senior with 2 kids grown and flown, married to Paul 30 years, a recently retired medical researcher, and was a sometime adventurer. Now, its ALL about the adventure. I was born and raised in Hawaii, and have a love of the outdoors, camping, the beach, and the ocean. I started paddling with white water in 1981 when I met my husband. My first real sea kayaking experience was actually on a sit-on-top in Kailua Bay on the Island of Oahu in 1987 while we were visiting family. Two children and years later, a chance opportunity to try sea kayaking again in 1996 resulted in a love and passion that provides me with fun, excitement, relaxation and/or exercise, and most of all, adventure. I’ve not stopped since.
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Paddling expeditions have included a 2001 NC coastal expedition, 2003 month-long expedition in SW Newfoundland, 2006 Lake Michigan expedition, 2009 Georgia Coast paddle. Paddling Challenges/Races include 2004 - 2013 WaterTribe Everglades Challenges, 2006 (solo) and 2012 (teamed with son) WaterTribe Ultimate Florida Challenge, 2011-2012 Watertribe NC Challenge, and the 2007 Missouri River 340.
Other challenges have included various triathlons including 2 half Ironman, BCU4* certification, Level 3 ACA Coastal Sea Kayak Instructor Certification. More recently, I've been learning to sail on our home built Core Sound 20 sailboat "Dawn Patrol".
Hopefully much more still to come as I start to work on my HUGE bucket list.
Other challenges have included various triathlons including 2 half Ironman, BCU4* certification, Level 3 ACA Coastal Sea Kayak Instructor Certification. More recently, I've been learning to sail on our home built Core Sound 20 sailboat "Dawn Patrol".
Hopefully much more still to come as I start to work on my HUGE bucket list.
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