Classic Boat

Trysail dreams

Do you ever wonder about where your subconscious gets its ideas from? I know I do. Last night my dreams centred on trysails. It wasn’t just one brief flash, it went on until morning finally banished the images. I woke at first light as usual and opted for an extra half-hour in Noddyland, but as soon as I dozed off, yet another trysail demanded instant attention. I gave up, grabbed the slippers and made myself a large mug of tea.

Trysails come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and packages. Some are the devil to deploy, others wonderfully easy. You’d think, wouldn’t

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Classic Boat

Classic Boat4 min read
The Riva Believer
At the time when Rolls Royce and Bentley cars were comparable, Carlo Riva said: “If my boats are Rolls, the Arcangeli are Bentleys.” It was a great tribute to a less famous boatyard that was nonetheless passionate about quality. Despite reasonable am
Classic Boat4 min read
But Is It A Classic?
The Centaur is a remarkable 26-footer and has garnered a following of owners and admirers who appreciate its practicality, versatility and charm. Its twin keels allow for drying out on tidal moorings, or for a day out on the beach. It offers a full h
Classic Boat4 min read
How To Make Money Buying Boats
The first golden rule when considering buying a wooden boat is… don’t. The second golden rule is that if someone offers to give you a wooden boat for free it will cost you even more. The third golden rule is that when you’ve fallen in love with that

Related Books & Audiobooks