The Model Yachtsman: Volume 1, Number 8 – November 1928

Vol. 1. Sie: 8: Movember 1928 November 1928 The Model Yachtsman. W. Established 1906. Jd. DANIELS, begs to announce that he has never discontinued making SAILS, and that all Sails supplied by him are entirely his own production. Sails of the best ‘‘Swallow Wing’’ Silk Union only. This Cloth has been shrunk and mildew-proofed. This Speciality Price ready for attaching to spars 1/3 per 100 square inches. Cloth is obtainable only from me. 36ins. wide, 3/= per yard. Post Free. MODEL RACING YACHTS to any Class or Rating a Speciality. Models supplied at any stage of completion. Designer and Builder in every detail of the following successful Class Racing Models. ‘‘Invader,”’ “A” CLASS. ‘‘Crusader,’’ ‘‘Defiance,” ‘“‘Intruder,’’ ‘‘ Modesty,” ‘Ella,’’ ete. *Viola,” winner of BRANDRAM CupP. 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When replying to a Advertisements are inserted in these columns at the rate of One Penny per word; minimum charge for advertisement, One Shilling. requirements. Workshop: 331, St. JOHN STREET, LONDON, E.C.1. J Plated fittings, Braine Stearing Complete Offers. Box 72, Model Yachtsman. as new. 6 Metre, l%rds, Smart model wanted. Full particulars to Box 72, Model Yachtsman. YACHTSMAN f * % A Vol. I. MONTHLY MAGAZINE FOR MODEL YACHTSMEN. NOVEMBER, No 8. 1928. EDITORIAL. As we mentioned last month, we had the pleasure of meeting a number of our readers at the recent Model Engineer Exhibition, and found an extraordinary amount of interest taken in historical and clipper ship models, particularly the latter. The clipper ship was a commercial proposition and her raison d’etre was to bring home the tea crop in the shortest possible time. Later she went into the wool trade, and here the new season’s clip had to be got home as speedily as possible. The first cargoes home realised the best prices, and a bad passage might mean the loss of thousands of pounds through missing the market. Consequently clippers were built primarily for speed and all other considerations had to be subordinated to this one object. The ships themselves were lean-lined, heavily sparred, beautiful creations, the finest racing machines depending on propulsion by sail that the world has ever seen. Moreover, their officers and crews were picked men. Of the crews, it can be said that they were a hardy breed of able seamen, trained and disciplined, living hard and keen on the prestige of their ship. Often they served years under the same captain, following him from ship to ship. And such captains were worth it. The captains of the clippers were akin to great racing skippers. Often they had to decide how long to hang on to their kites—to shorten sail unnecessarily would mean loss of valuable time, whilst a carry-away would te worse. So the clipper captains had to be hard drivers and good sailing-masters, daring and yet not over-reckless,cool in emergency and handling their over-sparred, over- canvassed craft with the touch of a master. Truly the term “‘ Captain” is a paltry title which might well be left to the Army and Navy. Such men as these deserved their proper appelation of Master Mariner. Even to-day in an era of geared turbines and oil engines, this breed still exists in our ships, men who sail under the old ““ Red Duster” and are proud of it. Yet the age of the clippers was the great day of sail, the zenith of the sailing ship era, and it is good to know that the beauty of these wonderful vessels still is felt, and we hope that interest in them and their modelling may increase every year. Our little models are the smallest craft that race under sail as the clippers were the mightiest, and it is only fit that we should take a keen interest in their history and performances. In connection with historical models we hope to have an interesting announcement to make shortly. THe Epriror. OUR DESIGN. We intended to give our readers this month the lines of a 6—m model (scale 1¥ins. = 1 foot), Unfortunately, owing to pressure of business, the designer has not been able to manage this. We can, however, promise our readers a design to this class in our next issue. 110 November 1928 The Model Yachtsman. TCIM ba ene ING Se EIRINIM Nail B.TUCK The A-class has been adopted as the principal class for international racing and it is certain that if it is considered that a B-class will jeopardise progress in this direction, it will require very serious consideration before it is adopted. The advocates of a B-class state that a smaller class is wanted for those waters which are too small for the A-class and for those whose age or health precludes their indulgence in such large craft. ae ST ea second class we may divide the interest so that possibly there will be two international races in progress at the same time and the importance of the events minimised. As a set-off against this, it may be pointed out that the A-class has been adopted as the principal class for international racing, and that if a second class is added it will stand in the same relation to the A-class as the B Section of Sailing Rules do to the A-section. That is to say that they are only to be used when circumstances preclude the use of the A. a a nr gey reer At a — —= The establishment of an international B-class is rather a difficult and knotty problem. Against this some contend, that by establishing a eae = east ee ee Se, pes —— = Won. Scene the Council of Annual the Meeting I.M.Y.R.A. of last the International summer, it was agreed that if a B-class is required it should be considerably smaller than the A-class, and as a rough guide to,what would be needed the following dimensions were agreed on as being suitable. L.O.A. 55/59 inches, L.W.L. 394/413 inches, weight 20/22 Ibs. In this connection two classes have been suggested, namely, the 6-m. (I.Y.R.U.) 1} inches to foot scale and a smaller class to the I.M.Y.R.A. formula (A-class formula). In the latter it was considered that a boat of .75 metre would probably be about the size desired. Further suggestions have been invited from the nations composing the I.M.Y.R.A on the subject. may be discussions It on remembered this subject, that it was during earlier mooted that possibly it might be best for this small class to be to a much simpler formula than either the I.M.Y.R.A. or the British I.Y.R.U., and the American Rule, the 10-rater and the Scharenkreuzer were all mentioned. This demand for a simpler formula seems to have been dropped internationally at all events. For years the greatest brains in the yachting world have tried to find a simple formula that will produce a satisfactory type of yacht, and it has been more or less realised that this is pretty well impossible as the simple rule leaves too man) loopholes. In any case no decision can be reached in a hurry as the problem is a difficult one which requires the most careful consideration. Model yachtsmen in all the countries concerned should give this matter their earnest consideration and discussion in the various national bodies composing the I.M.Y.R.A. is essential so that the National Representatives may be prepared with their national opinions when the time comes for the next meeting of the International Council. M.Y.A. INTERNATIONAL REGATTA, 1929. We are glad to be able to inform our readers that the French entry for the 1929 International Regatta has been received. We understand that intimation has been received from Germany and the States that they will enter next year’s International Regatta. Preparat‘ons are also afoot in Belgium where one boat to the A-class is already being built and a second in course of design. It is hoped to send the best of these over to compete next year. In Latvia also, the design of a boat to compete next year is in course of preparation, so that we may hope to welcome a competitor from the Rigaer Yacht Club as well. Holland, Norway and Sweden have also been inivted to compete. Of these, Sweden has entered twice but has disappointed us by scratching. We hope that this year we shall have the pleasure of seeing a Swedish model in our races. >» ~A : ees 3 LONDON JOTTINGS. (Correspondent : A. C. Davison, A.M.I.C.E.) SOUTH LONDON M.Y.C. Tue WIVENHOE Bowt, 10-Raters. The race for this trophy was held on September 8th at Clapham under very pleasant conditions, with a fair wind from 8.8.W. giving a beat and arun. There was a larger number of boats than last year, ten in all, owing to the entry of the M.Y.S.A. Incidentally, this was a source of great satisfaction to the club as 10-rater men have not seen nearly as much of the M.Y.S.A. (Kensington) in their competitions as they would have liked. Keen competition is all to the good of the sport, and the two gentlemenin question put up such a good show that they very nearly earried off the Bowl. The winners, however, proved to be Forest Gate, whose two representatives put up the two best individual scores of the day with 37 and 34 out of a possible 45. Result :— Forest Gate M.Y.C., ‘‘ Nippy,” J. D. Sparke, and ** Bluebird,” W. Hodges, 71. M.Y.S.A. (Kensington) “Katrina,” F. G. Ivory, and “ Ivy,” F. E. Matthews, 49. South London M.Y.C.;‘ ‘ Dinky,” H. G. Sales, and ‘** Effort,” J. H. Ev erett, 42, Clapham }M.-Y.G;; * Dolly,” W. Poles, and “ Eagle,” C. Briant, 31. M.Y.C.; ‘“ XPDNC,” ** Atom,” A. C. Davison, 16. LONDON g \ W. Mills, and LEAGUE—THE STANTON 10-RATERS. CUP— The fourth and final round of this competition was sailed at Clapham on September 15th. Result :— Forest Gate M.Y.C., ““Gwendolyn,” J. Harrison. 12, and “ Blue Bird,” W. Hodges, 26: total 38. Highgate M.Y.C., ““XPDNC,” W. Bullock, 19, and “Spray,” A. Denny, 16: total 35. Clapham M.Y.C., “ Pamela,” A. Sadler, 13, and “ Dolly,” W. Pols, 14: total 27. South London M.Y.C., * Effort,” T. Rusby, 14, and “ Lena,” J. Hemmings, 6: total 20. The aggregate scores for the series were therefore : Forest Gate M.Y.C. 129, South London M.Y.C. 109, Highgate M.Y.C. 88, Clapham M.Y.C. 79. The Cup is therefore taken by the Forest Gate Club from Clapham, who won it last year. M.Y.A. “ KNIGHT” CUP—10-METRES. This annual event took place at Forest Gate on There was a strong N.E. wind September 22nd. Co << - ~, - ah << hr i ss x: Highgate ne — —_—— RC 111 The Model Yachtsman. November 1928 r with heavy gusts. This gave a run and a beat. All the yachts carried first suits, but the majority would have done far better under reduced canvas. The feature of the day was the handling of ‘‘ Charm” by Capt. A. Turner, who was sailing her on her owner's behalf. It will be remembered that this boat is of Captain Turner’s own design, and her behaviour was faultless. Actually she scored a possible. The Commodore of the F.G.M.Y.C. acted as O.0.D., with Messrs. Apling, Whitehouse and Dr. Eames as Umpires, and Messrs. Gow and Elwood as Starters and Scorers. Result :—‘‘Charm,”” Len Smart, Cardiff M.Y.C., 35; “* Penguin,” H. J. Morgan, Cardiff M.Y.C., 27; ‘*Secundus,” T. Cooper, F.G.M.Y.C., 23; “ Nemo I,” W. Kingsmill, F.G.M.Y.C., 18; “ Forsitan,’’ C. Stansfeld Hicks, F.G.M.Y.C., 15; “ Louie,” J. A. Hunt, F.G.M.Y.C., 12; “ Albatross,” W. T. Morgan, Cardiff M.Y.C., 5; “ Q.E.D.,” C. Stansfeld Hicks, F.G.M.Y.C., 5 LONDON LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP— 10-RATERS. The race for the L.L. Championship was held[at Forest Gate on September 29th. There was fa strong N.E. wind blowing which gave splendid sailing conditions. Mr. Bliss, Commodore of the F.G.M.Y.C., sailed excellently, but Mr. Hodges seemed to have “ Blue Bird” a little too closehauled. Mr. Lane with the original ““ XPDNC” on the other hand lost points by being somewhat too free. Mr. A. Aplin acted as 0.0.D., with Mr. A. J. Childs as Umpire, and Messrs. Johnson and Gow as Scorers. Result :—** Lily B,” W. Bliss, F.G.M.Y.C., 16; ‘“ Blue Bird,” F. Hodges, F.G.M.Y.C., 10; “ Sunstar,”’ W. Brock, South London M.Y. G., 9; “ XPDNC,” J. Lane, Highgate M.Y.C.,8 ; “Effort,” T. Rusby, 8.L.M.Y.C. FOREST GATE M.Y.C. #® As the Club have a number of junior members, it was arranged to put up a Cup for them to race for with 10-raters. This event was held on October 6th and the standard of handling was distinctly good. The match attracted a large number of the competitors’ friends as spectators. Result :— * Dainty,” A. Aplin, Jnr., 15; “ Hornet,” W. Telles, 8; ‘‘ Scandal,” R. Jerram, 5; ‘ Vanity,” G. Wat, 2. It is a pity that all model yacht clubs do not adopt this idea and cater for the juniors as well as for older members. 112 NORTH OF ENGLAND M.Y.U. BIRKENHEAD M.Y. & P.B.C. In anticipation of the opening of the new lake at Birkenhead, model yachting enthusiasts in the district have been very energetic. A gathering representative of both sail and power, paid a visit to the lake on September 24th and there met the Parks Superintendent, the Borough Engineer and his Assistant who is in charge of the construction These officials had been asked to meet the model yachtsmen by the Chairman of the Parks Committee to see that any reasonable concessions asked, should have consideration. The main factor was the reduction of the mounds on the lakeside which might have deflected the wind. It is satisfactory to relate that these points were granted. After the interview with the Officials, an impromptu meeting was held and it was carried unanimously that a club should be formed at once under the above title in order that when the lake is completed in the near future, the Club may be all ready to take advantage of it. This event it is hoped may prove a red letter day in the annals of the town which is noted as a shipbuilding centre and was lately responsible for the launch of the largest battleship in the world, H.M.S. “ Rodney.” The club should have a great future as they will have an excellent sailing water of good size and with a depth at the edge of a minimum of two feet. It should, therefore, consider seriously the possibility of taking up the A-class. A recent article published in THe MopEet YACHTSMAN on the subject of the formation of a new club may prove of assistance. SiS Os A second meeting was held on October 4th. Anyone interested should get into touch with Mr. A. E. Foster, 23, Alfred Road, Birkenhead. POR November 1928 The Model Yachtsman. BRADFORD M.Y. AND P.B.C. Taueor Tropuy For “* A” Crass. This handsome Trophy, won last year by our popular President, Mr. Vernon Dawson, should have been sailed for on September 8th, but an almost complete lack of wind made the proceedings more or less a farce, and during the whole afternoon it was only possible to sail three rounds. The entries numbered 13, and comprised practically the whole fleet of these handsome models in the Club. The Race was continued on September 15th, but the large entry made it impossible to finish that day either. At the end of the afternoon it was found that a newcomer, Mr. Eddie Turner, was ahead with his “Flying Cloud II,” closely followed by ‘ Black Prince,” and ‘ Empress.” On resumption, on September 22nd, the feature of the sailing was the improved form of “* Whimbrel,” and the consistent sailing of the three boats mentioned above. The final results were :—‘‘ Empress,” L. Dockray, 44 points; “Black Prince,” B. Stephenson, 41 ; “Flying Cloud II,” E. Turner, and “ Desiree,” ‘‘Whimbrel,”’ F. Hirst, 38; R. Roche, 39; “Dauntless,” V. Dawson, 34; ‘Mary I,” H. Harrison, 32; ‘ Silver Cloud,’ W. Whitaker, 28 ; “Flying Spray,’ Major G. Butler, 27; ‘‘ Sylvia,” J. Patterson, 22; “ Elfinette,’ B. Garbutt, 19; “Grey Ghost,” S. S. Kaye, 15; “ Viper,” D. Thomson, 7. The winner, ““ Empress,” was seen at Gosport, where she created a very favourable Mr. Dockray, her owner, has unimpression. doubtedly profited by the experience gained there, and his success was well deserved. This BLACKWELL TRopHY FOR 10 RaTERs. should have been sailed for on September Ist, but an entire absence of wind caused a postponement until a later date. This was, therefore,-contested in part on September 22nd after the finish of the ** A class race described above, and concluded the following Saturday. There were seven entries, and a good breeze on both occasions helped the little boats to display their best points. After the first day the leaders were “‘ Blue Jacket ” and “* Cygnet,” but the position indicated nothing as there were several more rounds to sail, and already a number The continuation provided exciting of re-sails. sport, as “Sheila” and ‘“ Remora” gradually overhauled the leaders, and themselves were running neck and neck. At the conclusion, “‘ Sheila” was in the lead with 22 points, but could be overhauled by “Remora” with a possible 24 points and ‘Cygnet ” with a possible of 23 points. However, on the re-sails both boats failed to score enough points, and the final placings were :—‘ Sheila,” S. Roo, 22 points; “ Remora,” F. Thompson, 21 ; ‘* Cygnet,”’ H. Iredale, 18 ; “Mary,” R. Roche, 16 ; ‘“‘ Blue Jacket,” E. North, 13; ‘* White Heather,” P. Ainley, 11; “ Eileen Marjorie,” W. Whitaker, 4. SypNeEY CARTER Cup—ALL CLASSES ON HANDICAP. This event took place on October 6th and attracted an entry of 15 boats. The “A” class were placed at scratch, and the smaller boats allowed handicaps of 35 to 60 seconds for a beat and a run together. There was a strong S.W. wind, which caused all boats to don storm suits, and was in favour of the large boats on the beat. On the run, the small boats well held their own, and as a matter of fact the fastest run of the day was made by “ Remora ” (10-rater), which completed the course in 4 mins. 40 secs., without any time allowance, as compared with the best time of 5 mins. 1 sec. made by ‘“‘Whimbrel*’ which was the fastest “A” class. On the beat, however, the tables were completely turned and the big boats ran away from their smaller opponents. In the end, after a very enjoyable day’s racing, the winner was “ Empress,” with a nett time of 13 mins. 8 secs., followed by “Sylvia,” with 14 mins. 6 secs. The best of the small boats was ‘* Blue Jacket,” with 14 mins, 42 secs., and she was placed third. November 1928 118 The Model Yachtsman. _ WIRRAL M.Y.C. aA - — The club held their first OPEN WatEeR Race for the A-class at the Marine Lake, West Kirby, on September 22nd. Permission for this was kindly granted by the Hoylake & West Kirby Council and the Lessee of the Lake. Members, friends and the boats travelled out by road, and on arrival found conditions ideal with a nice whole-sail breeze from the North East giving a beat and a run, which lightened towards evening. Conditions seemed to suit ‘ Dora” which sailed splendidly throughout. One or two of the boats were rather wild running, which was probably due to the fact that the Club’s home water is very sheltered and does not give much chance of practice with spinnakers. The competitors were :—** Black Adder,” T. E. White; “Mai,” W. M. Darby; ‘ Onward,” T. Bedson; “ Trixie,’ G. D. Fargher; ‘‘ Winona,” 'T. C. Barsley; ‘‘ Neptune,” W. White; ‘‘ Dora,” H. Martin; “ Betty V,” H. N. Amlot. “Dora” and “ Onward” both scored 29 points, but the former took first place as having scored the greatest number of windward boards. * Betty V” was third, with 27. A number of model yachting enthusiasts from the other clubs in Liverpool and district travelled out to see the match. Mr. A. E. Foster, of the club now forming in Birkenhead, Mr. J. E. Marr, of Derby Park M.Y.C., together with Messrs. C. Grave, J. B. Baylis and F. C. Jones of the Wirral Club acted as Officials. , Altogether the Club had a very good day’s sport on a stretch of water which allowed the boats a chance to do themselves justice. It is rumoured that a Cup may be donated for an annual event on thisSlake. a =i = SS = SOUTHERN UNION. (Correspondent : Pay-Lr. Cor. W. F. BeHENNA,R.N. SOLENT M.Y.C. (SOUTHSEA) ». SOUTHAMPTON M.Y.C. A return match for 12-metres between these clubs was sailed on the Canoe Lake, Southsea on September 29th. The race was to have been between three boats from each club, but one failed to turn up, the owner, a tug-master, being on port duty. Accordingly, one boat was lent from the Solent Club to complete the six. There was a fresh N.E. wind giving a run and a beat. Result :—“* Darthula,” H.G. Pyne, 18 ; ‘* Miranda,” W. Shell, 14; “Elaine” W. Arberry, 12; “ Adventuress,” F. Crane, 10; ** La Jeanne,” A. Smith, 4; “‘ Venture,” J. Fowler. The first four boats belong to the Solent and the last two to Southampton. O.0.D., Lt.-Cdr. W. F. Behenna. The Southampton Club brought a mate for each boat, and after the match competitors were enter- tained to tea at the Canoe Lake Café by the home club. SOLENT M.Y.C. The race for the Arberry Silver Rose Bowl has now been opened to the Combined Metres Classes and consequently attracted nine entries. These were :—‘‘ Auster’ (10-m.), Admiral O. F. Gillett, C.B.; “ Nike” (10-m.), J. G. Kimber ; “* Why-not ” (6-m.), G. Arney; “Tara” (10-m), W. Shell; “Eastward” (6-m.), F. Crane; ‘‘ Bellerophon” (10-m.), H. G. Pyne; ‘Golden Star” (6-m.), Lt.-Cdr. Behenna ; “* Tritonia ”’ (6-m.), W..Williams. == = PS 5 =——-> SS SS EAST ANGLIAN NOTES. (Correspondent ; Rv. J. T. Poown, M.A.) GREATAZYARMOUTH M.Y.C. v. NORFOLK & NORWICH M.Y.C. The wind was from the S.W. giving a beat and a run. Close and interesting racing resulted as will be seen from the scores. The last board had to be omitted as the rowing boats come on the lake at 6 p.m. Points were divided accordinagly and the byes adjusted. Result :—‘‘ Why-not,” 27} ; “ Nike.” 27; ‘‘ Tara,” 26; ‘* Eastward,” 22. The second annual return match between these clubs was held on September 8th. Each club was represented by eight 10-raters. The race was on the tournament system and each boat met in turn each of the boats on the opposite side. Wind and weather conditions were most favourable and the course gave a beat to windward and a run. The many interested spectators appreciated the sailing and enthusiastically applauded the many fine finishes. On the windward boards, Yarmouth scored 73 points to Norwich’s 82, and in the running boards 86 to 74. The Yarmouth Club consequently won the match by 8 points. After the racing the home club entertained the visitors to tea. BRITISH A-CLASS CHAMPIONSHIP. Mr. J. Herbert Scrutton, President of the Model Yachting Association, has signified his intention of presenting a Silver Challenge Cup as a perpetual trophy for this important event. The Model Yachtsman. Our Scottish Pa 4 November 1928 HUM 114 & By Wanzi anya& M.Y.A. BRITISH 12-METRES CHAMPIONSHIP. For the first time in history, this important event has been held in Scotland. The reason for this is that the 12’s are a healthy fleet in the North and though there are at present only two Scottish Clubs eligible for M.Y.A. contests, they easily outnumber the 12-metre enthusiasts in the South. Gourock and the West of Scotland were the only two clubs represented this year, but they had a right good tussle. Entries being on the well-known * Nyria”’ Cup system, six boats from each club faced the starter at Victoria Park, Whiteinch. The He is the designer, builder and owner of “‘ Thelma,” and has had a wonderfully successful season. His victories include the British 12-m. Championship, the Scottish Championship, besides several other Cups. ROBERTSON CUP (6-m. 1% ins. to ft.). Readers will look for the result of the Robertson Cup Race in this number, but unfortunately the West of Scotland M.Y.C. were not favoured by the wind gods, and the whole event had to be abandoned owing to lack of a breeze. wind throughout the afternoon was rather apt to shift about, but was of sufficient strength to keep matters interesting. The Officials were optimistic and tried to complete the full eleven heats, but it was not to be. The eighth heat was completed just as the Park was closing for the night. The race was, therefore, stopped and the winners declared. What could be more fitting than the result which gave the premier honours to “ Thelma,” this year’s Scottish Champion ? Regarding the race itself, it was run through most smoothly and without hitch, each heat being won by clever and good sailing. On the whole we are inclined to think that the West of Scotland had an advantage over Gourock in knowing the water. This does not hold good, however, in the case of ** Minnehaha.” Right up to the last few heats this Gourock flier looked as if she was going to take the Championship home with her. Her place as fifth in the list is by no means indicative of her merits. * Hinba”’ and “Sybil” each made twenty-seven points, but the third position was awarded to “ Hinba ” as she had the greater number of windward boards to her credit. Commodore McDoughal of the $.M.Y.A. very kindly officiated as 0.0.D. Result :—** Thelma,” G. W. Munro, West of Scotland M.Y.C., 33; ** Sirius,” J. Livingston, W.S.M.Y.C., 28 ; “* Hinba,” J. A. Stewart, W.S.M.Y.C., 27; “Sybil,” A. W. K. Roderick, W.S.M.Y.C., 27; ‘* Minnehaha,” H. Smith, Gourock M.Y.C., 26; “Jean,” R. Jones, G.M.Y.C., 25; ‘‘ Juniper,” J. Bannister, W.S8.M.Y.C., 19; “ Asteroid,’ H. Wright, W.S.M.Y.C., 15; ** Heather Bell,” D. Lamb, G.M.Y.C., 14; “ Dandy Boy,” H. Ashfueld, G.M.Y.C., 9; ‘‘ May,” M. Polonis, G.M.T.C., 9; “Ingomar,” G. Craig, G.M.Y.C., 8. Hearty congratulations must be tendered to Mr. G. W. Munro, Hon. Treasurer of the W.S.M.Y.C. Photo; Electric Studios, Glusgow, “AGNES,’’ (6-m. l4ins. to foot). J. McMichael & T. Williams, Victoria M.Y,C. (Robertson Cup in foreground). The Model Yachtsman. November 1928 At the time the race was abandoned, “ Agnes,” last year’s winner, was the only boat that had scored a possible, but this could not be taken as any indication as all the boats wandered in every direc— tion about the pond before crossing the finishing line. The Scottish Clubs are rather prone to leave some of our most important fixtures until very late in the year for obvious reasons. We suggest, however, that we might well take a lesson from the past two seasons, as a dull September may almost be taken for-granted in Glasgow. Next year, possibly,¥we shall see some changes in our fixture lists. TEACH THE YOUNG IDEA. Quite a lot has recently been said about the necessity of catering for the rising generation and certainly the Queen’s Park M.Y.C. went all out to do their duty in this respect on September Ist. Posters were issued announcing a GRAND CHILDREN’S Ree@attra at Camphill Pong. Events :—Power Boat Race (l.o.a. 25 ins.). 12-metre yachts, and races of yachts of 36 and 18 inches l.o.a. Concomitant with this was held a Grand MINNow FIsHING COMPETITION FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP OF THE Wortp! Regulation nets, any colour. No trawling. Prizes were awarded for the heaviest catches (1 Doctor = 3 Peenies). Judging by results the affair must have been a great success. Crowds of spectators were present, and the Press turned out in full force, numerous reports and pictures appearing in the daily papers. Whilst we cannot say that the Minnow Fishing Competition fills us with any great enthusiasm, the Regatta is a splendid idea which we hope is only a beginning of what we hope clubs in Glasgow and elsewhere will do annually. The youngsters are all keen enough but up to now have not had much of a chance. Of course many clubs hold races yearly for their pole boys, but this limits the entrants to THE The Model Yacht. This little publication hails from 3605, Fourteenth Street, N.W., Washington, D.C., and costs 15 cents per copy or 1.50 dollars per annum, foreign subscriptions 1.75 dollars. The number contains a good account the number of adult owners, and virtually prevents The Q.P.M.Y.C. the unattached boy competing. are very pleased with the results and are thinking over new ideas for next year .. AYR M.Y. AND P.B.C. ». KILMARNOCK M.Y.C. A return match for 12-metres was sailed between these clubs at Kay Park Lake, Kilmarnock, on September 15th. These two Ayrshire Clubs seem to be “ chummy ships ” and are constantly visiting each other. This is all to the good as model yacht clubs do not exist purely for holding races on their home waters, but rather to promote a comradeship between sporting model yachtsmen. _If members of a club do not go outside the boundaries of their home water and mix with other clubs, their ideas are apt to become stereotyped and circumscribed. This is particularly noticeable in some clubs whose boats can be identified as bearing an indefinable stamp of the club to which they belong. To return to our inter-club match at Kilmarnock, the wind was rather light at the time the match was scheduled to commence, and Mr. Rankine, of the Ayr Club, stepped into the breach and entertained the competitors and spectators by giving an exhibition run with his power boat. During this, the wind freshened and the race was started after an hour’s delay. The match was on the team system, each club entering five boats. Four rounds were sailed without incident, but the sailing was nevertheless very keen. The result was in favour of Kilmarnock with a total score of 57 to Ayr’s 43. The individual scores were :—KiLmMarNock—* Nymph,” D. Easton, 14; “ Netta,’”” W. Lorimer, 12; ““Cyd,” C. Roxburgh, 11; ‘ Esther,” A. Miller, 10; ** Morning Star,” H. Dunlop, 10. AyR—* Iris,” W. Stewart, 14; ‘Pimpernel,’ J. Cleats, 8; ~ Avena,” G. Robson, 8; “ Killeen,” J. 8. Patrick, 7; “ YouYou,” G. Cleats, 6. MODEI. We have received a copy of the first number of of the International Regatta at Gosport, but the writer is a little hazy over the back history of these contests (Vide article in THe Monet Yacutsman, July number, for correct details). There is also an article by Marold McGillicudy on *“* Skiff or Pond Sailing’ ? The author very fairly gives his oppon- ent’s views and then makes out his own case in favour of Skiff Sailing. The exponent of pond sailing is none other than our friend Mr. John Black, and his views are succint and can be endorsed. Our own opinion is that whilst skiff sailing may be very nice for a jolly afternoon amongst friends and is certainly far better than nothing at all, that when a serious contest is in view, pond sailing is incom- 115 YACHT. paribly the best and most suitable. As for the regulations that Mr. McGillicudy refers to, these look far more formidable to those who are not used to them than they are in practice and are the result of years of experience. One thing that advocates of skiff sailing always omit to mention is that it is a fair weather job. The skiff would either sink or be unable to keep up to the model in a real second suit breeze. A further point is that in a pond the waves are proportionate to the size of the model. There are a number of articles in the – paper directly aimed at the schoolboy, and we congratulate our new contemporary on its attempt to cater for and encourage the younger generation. A couple of good photographs of the Washington Regatta are also reproduced. There certainly seem to be a good many trees and wind obstructions round that lake. Possibly Mr. McGillicudy had some reason for his attitude towards pond sailing ! 116 The THE NEED Model Yachtsman. OF A November 1928 3-FOOTER CLASS. By YARDSTICK. As a designer in an amateur way, it has long been in my mind that there is urgent need for the establishment of a class about three feet over-all. It is needed for clubs such as the Littlehampton M.Y.C and Llandudno M.Y.C. whose sailing waters preclude the use of larger and more ambitious craft, and it is also needed for the younger generation. Obviously, the requirements for a class of this size differ considerably from those of the international B-class and before considering various rules and formule, it might be as well to define exactly what we are searching for. In the first place I venture to suggest that a boat of about three feet over-all does not require much overhang, she should be more of the dinghy type, beamy and “ boaty,” with a transom stern. What is needed is plenty of boat so as to make the most of the comparatively small size. Further she should have a reasonably good spread of canvas and the power to carry it. The beam will help us in this respect but she will also need to have rather greater proportionate draught in order to gain as much stability as possible from her lead. Obviously a very simple formula is needed in order to encourage boys to build to it, but it must not be so simple that any designer can drive a horse and cart through it and kill the very competition we seek to encourage. Two formule were recently given in the pages of THE MopEL YACHTSMAN and by showing the weaknesses of these, possibly we may arrive at something more suitable for our purpose. Let us first consider “ Peter Pan’s”’ rule :— S.A. —_—_—_—— = Rating Ex D*%.2 In this, 8.A. is limited to 1,000 sq. inches, and L is l.w.l. plus 75 per cent. of overhangs. ‘* Peter Pan” omits to tell us whether D, the weight. is to be taken in lbs. or cubic inches, but for the sake of simplicity let us assume he means lbs. He also omits to tell us what the rating is to work out to. As he adds 75 per cent. of the overhangs, he evidently means to encourage a boat with moderate overhangs. Let us imagine a nice wholesome little boat of this type to carry 1,000 square inches. She will be, say l.o.a. 40”, lw.l. 30’, weight 10 lbs. This gives :— 1,000 = Rating = 1} 37.5 x 10 x 2 Now length is the principal speed factor, and as it is used as a divisor, this rule is a direct incentment to build a long narrow-gutted boat. I cannot estimate what would be finality under such a rule ut suggest that probably it might result in a boat of about 60” l.o.a., 40” lw.L, 5” beam, and draught: of about 8” in a bulb fin and a displacement of 12/14 lbs. I am sure this is not the boat ‘‘ Peter Pan” had in mind, but it would wallop the head off the nice little craft which we suggested in the first: instance. Another suggested formula is that of Major G. B. Lee, in which he suggests that the rating should be the actual S.A. or (L.O.A. x .72 — 5)? whichever is greater. Let us see how this works out on our little boat of 1,000 sq. inches. The rating will equal 1,000 or (40 x .72 —5)? = (23.8)? = 766.44 The rating in this case will then be on the sail area, and obviously we are throwing a lot away on the hull before it is up to our s.a. rating. Moreover, as lo.a. is taken it will not pay us to have any overhangs. Under this rule we should, therefore, probably get a boat of 50” |.o.a. with little or no overhang, 5” beam, 8” draught and 14/16 lbs. displacement. A very horrible contraption ! # The well-known model yachting authority, “ Kappa,” suggests for a Junior Class a boat of 30 inches rating by the Seawanhaka formula. L+ v8 = Rating 2 In this rule}L is to be the average of L.W.L. and Q.B.L. Sail area is to be measured by Y.R.A. method, whilst draught is restricted to 7 inches. This would be a very useful rule for these small boats except for the difficulty presented in the measurement of Q.B.L. There is no great difficulty even for the veriest tyro,to understand this on paper but when it comes to measurement, a special apparatus is required. Even to take L.W.L. properly, requires a tank with the requisite measurement bars. Guessing the l.w.l. by eye, sticking pins in, and similar methods are perfectly useless for obtaining anything like an accurate result. Now, for a simple and small class suitable for juniors and small lakes, it appears to me that the simpler the rule, and methods of measurement and calculation the better. For this reason it occurs to me that possibly a simple restricted class might be better than a class to a measurement formula. Now supposing we fix the overall length, which is the simplest measurement of all to take, we are liable to get a craft with little or no overhangs. In a class up to about 36 inches overall I see little or no objection to this as it would produce a boaty little craft. Let us, therefore, fix this at 36 inches. Now it is obvious that we want to influence the shape and style of the craft to a certain extent: without irksome restriction of freedom to the designer, and I suggest that a maximum weight November 1928 The Model Yachtsman. is a very easy and efficacious method of doing this. Let us accordingly put 11 lbs. limit on displacement, and a 7 inches limit on draught. The only other thing which it appears to me to be advisable to limit is sail area and for this 1,000 sq. inches should suffice. In measuring sail area the total area of the fore triangle might be reckoned and spinnakers be permitted up to area of fore triangle. Height of sail plan to say 60 inches above deck. The advantages of such a class would be that any boy could construct a boat to it and that no apparatus beyond a yard measure and a small balance would be needed to measure it. Moreover, many of the models sold by better class shops would fit the class or could be adapted without any difficulty. 117 I, myself, cannot see any loophole in such a rule and I think that it would produce a healthy, hefty little boat from which much pleasure would be gained, and further it would give designers sufficient scope to work to. I, therefore, leave it to readers of THz Mopret YacutTsMaAn for their consideration, firstly as to whether a class for the juniors and small ponds is not a matter that requires urgent consideration, and secondly whether such a class as I have outlined would fill the bill. Let us hope that the Model Yachting Association, which is always to the fore in progressive movements, will shortly give us a lead in establishtng this class, which is highly necessary if we are to get recruits for the sport. Photo: J. A. Steward. S.M.Y.A. 12-m. CHAMPIONSHIP at Alexandra Park, August 28th. No. 33 “THELMA,” G. W. Munro, West of Scotland M.Y.C. Winner: British 12-m. Championship (M.Y.A.), and Scottish 12-m. Championship (S.M.Y.A.) eee 2S _ ee 118 THE BIRTH Part 2. OF The next step was to get together the rest of the materials required and accordingly some 2 inch pine was procured to make the moulds. A piece of wood suitable for the deck was next sought. The skipper had a somewhat lengthy search but after a while he tried the Aeronautical Plywood Co., 218, Kingsland Road, London, E.2._ Here he procured a piece of three-ply poplar, 3 inch think. Poplar is a beautifully white wood and seems to be the very thing for the job. Three-ply is not as a rule good for boat-building as it generally is not waterproof and the layers disintegrate. This particular piece was tested by being boiled for five hours, so there should be no difficulty on this score. Whilst there, we had a very interesting hour going through the factory with the Manager, Mr. Knights, who did all in his power to assist us, not only in procuring the right stuff but in having it sanded up to our exact thickness. Our next quest was to procure some ash for ribs, and the skipper took us along to Messrs. Hopton & Sons, George Street, London, N.W. 1. Here, again, we were lucky enough to find exactly what we needed and these people also can be etc., They not only stock ash, but also mahogany and in fact, any wood. were anxious to help us. THE TWINS. “In Long Clothes.” It was a bit early to begin to think of names for the boats, but nevertheless it was necessary to have some means of identifying them and in their early stages they received pet names of “D… ” and “B…” I fear that whatever their official names may be later on to some people at all events they will always be known by these early appelations of *“* Dash” and “* Blank.” recommended. November 1928 The Model Yachtsman. Moreover, they This cannot be said of all timber merchants, to whom the amateur boatbuilder with his modest order, is very small fry. Whilst waiting for the wood to be delivered, the plaster moulds for casting the lead keels were made. As this was quite an amusing job, I will detail the procedure that was adopted. In the first place, the wood pattern for the casting had to be made of pine. The skipper thought that the best and easiest way to get both sides alike was to make this in two halves. One half was then screwed on to a piece of three-ply. Two pyramid shaped pieces of wood about 13” deep were also fixed to this, one at each end of the pattern to form a key between the two halves of the mould. The whole was then well coated with soft soap, and sides and ends lightly tacked to the three-ply to form a box into which the plaster could be poured. About 16 Ibs. of Ash’s Dental Plaster was used, mixed with about two gallons of water. The plaster was gently sifted into the water and then By THE ONLOOKER. stirred to remove lumps until the consistency of the mixture was just like thick cream. This was poured over the pattern and in about twenty minutes the sides and ends were removed. The pattern was then removed from the cast, and unscrewed from the three-ply. The two halves of the keel pattern were then fitted together and replaced in the cast. Everything was then well soaped including the face of the cast. The box was built up again, and another lot of plaster soon completed the job. The complete mould was then put aside until we were ready to cast the keel. When this was finished, the Apprentice and the Engineer “layed” off the sections and cut out the moulds (or shadows) from the 3” pine. A “ waterline ” was taken at the extreme height on the sheer plan, and all the moulds were cut full size up to this line. In doing this the necessary allowance was made for the thickness of the skin, and the moulds joggled to take backbone and _ inwales. Whilst the others were doing this, the Skipper busied himself in putting the profile full size on to the back of the piece of three-ply poplar, which was later to become the decks of the boats. , The building board was used of 23” = 1)” oak with cross bearers of the same material about two feet long. A hair line was struck along this building board and the moulds carefully spaced out and squared up. They were then checked on the l.w.l., and when exact were securely fastened. Two strong battens were fastened along the top of the moulds close to the building board at the ends but sprung about four inches from the centre in the waist of the ship. A similar batten was taken around the moulds at the top edge, the inwales fitted and finally about a dozen smaller battens were put round each side up to the inwale and screwed to each mould. The backbone was, of course, in position by this time, and in this connection I noticed a peculiarity of construction. At the top of the leadline (which is parallel to the |.w.l. for about four inches) a keel runs for the after end of fin, whilst another keel follows to lead down to the keel. The two, therefore, form a V and I observed that as much as possible This will mean of the level keel was hollowed out. that all water will fall into the heel of the boat just above the tail end of the lead. I naturally enquired how this water was to be removed from the boat, and the Skipper showed me two very beautifully made brass plugs which will be fitted into the garboard strake. He also showed me some very neat rudder fittings which the Engineer had made, but I shall have to leave the description of these – to’a later date. November 1928 The Model Yachtsman. The final stage of framing up was then entered on. The ribs, which are of }” = }” ash, spaced 23” centres, were all well steamed and bent easily into the boat. These timbers were passed inside the heavy top batten running round the moulds, outside the inwale and inside the smaller battens down to the keel, into which they are checked in the usual manner and screwed. They are also fastened with screws to the outer battens. In order to save labour in building the second of the twins, when the first boat is planked up, she will be lifted bodily off the moulds, and after some 119 alterations to these her sister will take shape on the same moulds. To facilitate the removal of the first boat from the moulds, the inwale was fitted but not fixed into position. It will be finally fixed after the boat is off the moulds. * Dash” is now ready to plank up and here we will leave the Skipper with his friends the Apprentice and the Engineer to get on with the good work until next month, when I hope to detail their further progress. (To be continued). SSS ESS THE TRANSPORT OF MODELS BY RAIL. By VIATOR. One of the greatest boons when taking a yacht about, is the detachable keel, but this requires to be very well constructed so that there is no risk of it going back otherwise than absolutely true. Given this, however, there is no doubt that models travel far more safely with the weight removed. For one thing there is less risk of straining the hull, and for another the stripped hull is far easier to handle. The hull of a model, particularly an A-class boat, is a bulky thing, and in crowded railway stations one frequently has to up-end it. If the weight is removed, this becomes an easy matter, and moreover the hull can be stood on one end in a corner if necessary. Another point in favour of the detachable keel is that the Railway Companies charge on boats, even when accompanied by a passenger. Only the hull has to go on the scale, whilst the little parcel that contains the keel comprising about twothirds of the total weight, passes unnoticed. Consequently, the detachable keel saves about half or two-thirds of the cost of transporting the boat to race meetings. When accompanied by the owner, elaborate cases and crates are a mistake. They entail taxis where tubes would serve, take up much room, and moreover, where a boat is in a case or crate it is liable to receive far rougher treatment than when it is carried ** naked ” or only covered with a baize or cloth case. The extra protection so-obtained is, therefore, very dearly bought. Further, I have always found that railway officials are very sympathetic and take every care when they actually see the boat they are carrying. Naturally they cannot be expected to know that they must not lift her by the hatchcoaming and that there is a handle inside for the purpose, and therefore, the owner should not let anyone handle her except himself. Put her into the guard’s van yourself and take her out yourself. Make a friend of the guard, and he will find you a place to stow her safely and look after her.