[bolger] Re: Old folding schooner

I would really like to hear about your boat, how it sails, what it's like to
trailer and rig and launch.

MM

In a message dated 10/24/99 10:59:57 AM,rbsharp@...writes:

<< I built Bolger's Folding Schooner in 1978 and am still going. Reading
some of your comments brings back so many memories. Don't be so
concerned with building the perfect boat. I made many mistakes but
they didn't count. Phil assigned me sail number 17 when I sent him a
picture of the completed boat. Later I also built his Gloucester Gull.
I am new to the group (yesterday) and look forward to hearing more
about Schooner building and sailing. She is a real eye-catcher and
knowledgeable sailors appreciate her looks!

>>

Hi rbsharp,

I was able to pick up a folding schooner almost completely built several
months ago. I am finishing up the boat now. Some final trim pieces, rudder,
boards, painting, sails,etc.

I am wondering which route you took on sails? Homemade or pro, kit or loft.
How about the cut, flat or draft? Are you happy with the boat, would you
change anything? I sure wish you lived in the San Francisco Bay area. It
would be great fun to race the folding schooner as a class.

Thanks brother folding schoonerite,
chuck.

I built Bolger's Folding Schooner in 1978 and am still going. Reading
some of your comments brings back so many memories. Don't be so
concerned with building the perfect boat. I made many mistakes but
they didn't count. Phil assigned me sail number 17 when I sent him a
picture of the completed boat. Later I also built his Gloucester Gull.
I am new to the group (yesterday) and look forward to hearing more
about Schooner building and sailing. She is a real eye-catcher and
knowledgeable sailors appreciate her looks!