Hi everybody,
As the newest owner or a flush deck Frances (Malish), I have a question; do you have to duck while sitting in the cockpit for the boom to pass?
I am 5'11" (standing) and the boom is a definite lethal weapon.
Is it just how I rigged my boat or basic to the design?
thanks
Dennis
Search found 27 matches
- Mon Jul 31, 2017 4:32 pm
- Forum: Frances 26 Discussion
- Topic: Boom clearance
- Replies: 5
- Views: 41652
- Thu Jun 29, 2017 1:26 pm
- Forum: Frances 26 Discussion
- Topic: Anchors and anchoring.
- Replies: 4
- Views: 39658
Re: Anchors and anchoring.
Hi All, I have been working to ready my Victoria Frances (Malish) for cruising and have anchor questions. She came with a 35# CQR which is too much for a senior sailor to haul. I have been given a 22# S-L Delta which is a great anchor, but I cannot see how to stow and deploy it. The bowsprit does no...
- Mon Jun 12, 2017 6:04 am
- Forum: Frances 26 Discussion
- Topic: Fitting a Tiller Autopilot
- Replies: 3
- Views: 32649
Re: Fitting a Tiller Autopilot
Mark,
Can you send me a picture (denniskevingibbons@gmail.com) of the bracket? It is removable?
Thanks,
Dennis
Can you send me a picture (denniskevingibbons@gmail.com) of the bracket? It is removable?
Thanks,
Dennis
- Sat Jun 10, 2017 1:24 pm
- Forum: Frances 26 Discussion
- Topic: Fitting a Tiller Autopilot
- Replies: 3
- Views: 32649
Fitting a Tiller Autopilot
Greetings,
My first question to the group. Are there any currently produced tiller pilots which DO NOT require a cantilevered mount outboard of the toe rail? Malish came with an antique which is short enough, but I am planning for when it gives of the ghost.
Dennis
Malish
Victoria Frances 26
My first question to the group. Are there any currently produced tiller pilots which DO NOT require a cantilevered mount outboard of the toe rail? Malish came with an antique which is short enough, but I am planning for when it gives of the ghost.
Dennis
Malish
Victoria Frances 26
- Mon May 15, 2017 2:13 pm
- Forum: Frances 26 Owners
- Topic: Just bought Victoria Frances 26
- Replies: 4
- Views: 44306
Re: Just bought Victoria Frances 26
This year, Milford, CT.
Looking forward to sail from Maine
Looking forward to sail from Maine
- Fri May 12, 2017 4:22 pm
- Forum: Frances 26 Owners
- Topic: Just bought Victoria Frances 26
- Replies: 4
- Views: 44306
Just bought Victoria Frances 26
I just came back from Southwest harbor after closing on Malish. (http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/1980/Vi ... RZDD9y1vqU)
Wish me well
Wish me well
- Mon Feb 20, 2017 9:30 am
- Forum: Frances 26 Discussion
- Topic: Bridge clearance
- Replies: 2
- Views: 28312
Bridge clearance
Does anyone know the bridge clearance of their Frances?
- Mon Sep 05, 2016 5:00 am
- Forum: Frances 26 Owners
- Topic: New Project 'Coaster'
- Replies: 10
- Views: 68574
Re: New Project 'Coaster'
Wow!
I just reviewed the pictures. You have done a miraculous job re imagining the deck. I like the gentle curve. You should forward the pictures to Chuck as I am sure he would appreciate your efforts.
If I am ever in the area, I would love to pop by for a look
Dennis
I just reviewed the pictures. You have done a miraculous job re imagining the deck. I like the gentle curve. You should forward the pictures to Chuck as I am sure he would appreciate your efforts.
If I am ever in the area, I would love to pop by for a look
Dennis
- Sun Jul 10, 2016 8:18 am
- Forum: Frances 26 Marketplace
- Topic: Frances 26 Wanted
- Replies: 7
- Views: 53625
Re: Frances 26 Wanted
Hi all,
I am retiring the end of this year (Finally!) and will be looking to sail off into the sunset. Preferably on a Frances 26. Anyone here in the US considering selling? Give me a blast (denniskevingibbons@gmail.com) and maybe you can avoid the broker fee and I can save some money also.
Dennis
I am retiring the end of this year (Finally!) and will be looking to sail off into the sunset. Preferably on a Frances 26. Anyone here in the US considering selling? Give me a blast (denniskevingibbons@gmail.com) and maybe you can avoid the broker fee and I can save some money also.
Dennis
- Wed Mar 23, 2016 11:12 am
- Forum: Frances 26 Owners
- Topic: Wildwood's lucky new caretaker
- Replies: 10
- Views: 61785
Re: Wildwood's lucky new caretaker
Jay (82 year old version),
If you are thinking of selling, drop me a note.
Dennis (67 year old version)
If you are thinking of selling, drop me a note.
Dennis (67 year old version)
- Sun Feb 14, 2016 6:53 am
- Forum: Frances 26 Discussion
- Topic: construction question
- Replies: 2
- Views: 28771
Re: construction question
I would pose the question to Chuck Paine himself. He tends to reply rather quickly
- Sat Dec 26, 2015 8:01 am
- Forum: Frances 26 Discussion
- Topic: S/V Dagny lost at sea (spotted 12/23/15)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 28113
Re: S/V Dagny lost at sea (spotted 12/23/15)
Fancy was one of the France's that sold before I could get to see her. It needed some work, but appeared to have good bones. She deserved a better fate. Glad the owner is safe. In reading his blog, this appears to have been a disaster waiting to happen. Sorry if that sounds harsh