Dorade Team
June 21, 2011
A full mock up of the galley and nav area has been completed in order to get a feel for the layout of and flow between the port and starboard components of the aft cabin. The joiner work will be completed off site and installed fully varnished.  Joe is keeping a keen eye on weight savings. Additional […]
June 2, 2011
The lower part of the forward starboard lockers has been fitted to accommodate Dorade'sbatteries. Twin lithium ion batteries will sit on top of the platform. Ample tie down and covering will be fitted once the batteries themselves arrive. After much deliberation, Joe has found a location that is both low enough and forward enough for these […]
June 2, 2011
Rope on the left is double braid poly by New England Ropes and is a sample of what Doradecurrently sails with. Rope on the right is poly spec from Nova Braid and is being considered for new halyards on the new spars.  A third option is available from Gleistein Ropes in Europe.  We are looking […]
May 19, 2011
Peter mocks up the main masthead for halyard placement analysis. A beautiful three halyardsystem as designed by Greg will be fitted for the head sails.
May 19, 2011
Cabin top winch placement was discussed with Greg and Brad. We looked at moving the main sheet winch outboard (see previous photo) to clear a dodger when in "offshore mode". Also found the old Meissner runner winches that were replaced by LVJ self tailiers. We are considering using these slightly larger winches (port) in […]
May 19, 2011
First coat of paint goes on the bulwarks and covering boards.
May 19, 2011
The "girdle" and the "widowmaker" will be omitted from the new spar.
May 19, 2011
New inner forestay fittings for interior tie rod.
May 16, 2011
Latest photos of the current refit at Dorade's winter home at the Loughborough yard.
March 11, 2011
This is the new stem piece. The final splining and faring have begun. The new stem head fitting will allow for Dorade to be sailed in her 1931 configuration or a similar configuration to her