The Model Yachtsman and Canoeist: Volume 7, Issue 11 – November 1890

A Monthly Journal of Model Yacht Constru ction, Fitting and sailing; Canoeing News, Doings of the Clubs; Yachting Items; Correspondence; Sale and Exchange; &c Vol. VII.—No. 11. NOVEMBER, All Communications (except Canoeing) must be address2d 1890. _ Price 32., Post-free zd. (ditorial Uotes “* THE Epiror of The Model- Vachisman, AFT 161 & 162, High Street, Hull.” ‘* Boy’s Own Paper.” —We CANOEING Communications must be addressed ““THE EDITorR of The Canoeist, _ 40, Chesilton Rd., Munster Park, London, S.W.” = ; _ is published on the 1st of each month, and can be had of any bookseller, or will be sent on application to the Pub| P dad. or 1d. atid may be sent Ps a ete cover not | E. MARLBOROUGH & Co., 51, Old Bailey. i DVERTISEMENTS should reach this office not later preppy Rates on application. sh hg a tay “*The Model-Yachisman” wil] nor for the future be accepted, than in the the zoth legibly = following of each written, ? on one month, to ensure issue. Phoenix (London) M. Y. C.—On Sept. 20th, a 3-ton match was sailed in a fair sailing breeze. he following boats entered :-—‘ Elfin,’ ‘Polly,’ The winners being ‘Polly’ ‘Meg’ 3rd. our course. The race ‘Mayflower’. match | very was In a 5-ton match held on Oct. 4th, 4 boats entered :—Iris,’ ‘Argo, ‘Wyverne’ or, if sent in Foreign Stamps, please send value in ar a an later Ist, ‘Sandfly’ 2nd, be sent by Post Office Orders, payable to THos. GRASSAM, able to be @hirlrs. mych spoilt by fouling, by models sailing across To Foreign Subseribers!—All subscriptions must HIULL; and “The Boy’s a the CF, must ‘Meg’ and ‘Sandfly’. A than the 21st of the month, to secure insertion in the following issue. 7 of publication insertion oh Instruction side of the paper ox/y, and forwarded to the Epiror postage. Hori: Tromas Grassam, 161 & 162, High Street. LONDON: ‘. Reports for N.B.—In sending for single copies, 314d. in stamps must to illustrations. 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The best authors and the articles, THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN & CANOEIST have The wind was interesting, being very close. ‘ some and strong and the of the finishes The caf race was again much spoilt by other models sailing across the course. 202 THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN However, as nothing can be done to alter this fouling, the fault lying mainly in the models, which are incapable of scudding or beating, we, like the Corinthian and Clapham clubs, have AND CANOEIST course, the last two to sail up being the disabled ‘Lizzie’ and ‘Victoria.’ All, however, enjoyed the match, which was one of the best the club has sailed. The prizes won by the members simply to grin and bearit. The London County Council are engaged in constructing a pond on during the season will be presented at a concert to be given on Thursday, 23rd inst. Many new Li is at least 150 yards long and 40 yards broad. Ji has at present ten feet banks, which are tion of the 1730 rule will be productive of a better fleet, and tend to remove the heartburnings caused by large and small, long and short sailing together without any system. Wandsworth Common, after their own ideas. excessively serpentine, foyming almost a_halfcircle at every bend. Of course there are in the middle the accustomed islands. The Council are, | should think, spending a good round sum. It seems a pity that the Council does not consult those to whom the pond will be most welcome, before entering on such a work, which in many cases has to be undone in after years. Medway M. Y. C.–Since the enjoyable interclub match with the Serpentine club, the Medway men have sailed some fine matches. Should the club prosper as it has done lately a larger boat- house will be needed, a very generous response having been made to the efforts of Messrs. Reed and Lewis who have worked hard to extend the movement. Many gentlemen have given valuable prizes to be sailed for, and a very exciting match was brought off on Sept. 27th, for a large portrait album given by Mr. W. T. C. Palmer, a timepiece given by Mr. Perse, and two prizes by the club. This ‘ Buttercup,’ brought ‘Nellie,’ to the starting buoy, ‘Lizzie,’ § Mayflower,’ ‘Cambria,’ ‘Bridesmaid,’ ‘ Violet,’ « Snatcher’ ‘Gertrude,’ ‘Sunbeam,’ ‘Victoria’ and ‘America’. The start took place at 4-30, without the slightest hitch, on a strong ebb tide and good westerly breeze. The pace was very fast down to the buoy off Upnor, all the boats being in a cluster. Sheets were hauled in for the turn homeward, The first to round was ‘Buttercup,’ followed by ‘Nellie’ 1 nin. later, ‘Lizzie,’ ‘Bridesinaid’ and ‘Snatcher’ being next, followed by ‘Mayflower,’ ‘ Gertrude,’ ‘ Sunbeam,’ ‘ Violet’ and ‘Victoria’. ‘Cambria’ and ‘America’ ran too far to leeward, and had hard lines getting round. The owners of ‘Lizzie’ and ‘Victoria’ having each broken an oar, were soon out of it, not being able to man- ceuvre their craft. Some very close sailing was taking place between the competitors, the irre-’ pressible ‘Buttercup’ going away with a long lead. ‘Gertrude,’ also sailing beautifully was leaving the others behind, and taking the second prize with ‘Nellie’ 38rd, ‘Sunbeam’ 4th, boats will be built during the winter, the adop- ‘Violet’ Sth, the two last yachts being so close that the owners decided to sail a private match for fourth prize, which event took place, and resulted in javour of ‘ Sunbeam,’ who was handled by Mr. Batty in his usual successful manner. “Dark- ness prevented some of the craft getting over the Manchester M. Y. C.—It will no doubt be remembered by your readers that in September last year our boat-house was broken into and a steamer stolen, also the engines of another. We have now great pleasure in saying that we have discovered the thieves, three in number. What will be done in the matter we cannot yet say, as the gentleman who owns the steamer is at present away from home. September 20th, a ten-ton match was sailed in a “roaring gale,” which proved fatal to almost all the boats, through their not having sails small enough, one or two, however, were well provided and thus weathered it through. Heat 1, ‘Stella Maris,’ ‘Marjorie,’ ‘Hesperus’ and ‘Oll,’ Heat 2, ‘Petrel,’ ‘Miranda,’ and ‘Honeymoon.’ The ‘Ol’ and ‘Petrel’ won their respective heats and sailed off for final, with the result that ‘Oll’ beat ‘Petrel’ by two points. On Oct. 4th, a handicap was sailed. Heat 1, ‘Hesperus,’ ‘Naiad,’ ‘Rex’ and ‘Ben-my-Chree.’ Heat 2, ‘Lily,’ ‘Stella Maris,’ ‘Marjorie’ and ‘Seamew.’ Heat 3, ‘ Petrel, ‘Muriel,’ ‘Sarnia’ and ‘Jeaunetta.’ Heat 4, ‘Alma,’ ‘Miranda,’ ‘Honeymoon’ and ‘Dolphin,’ Final heat, ‘Ben-my-Chree,’ ‘Lily,’ ‘Dolphin’ and ‘Petrel.’ Result:—I1st, Mr. Robshaw’s ‘Petrel’; 2nd, Mr. Dempsey’s ‘Lily’; 3rd, Mr. Goldthorpe’s ‘Dolphin.’ On Nov. Ist, the Ladies’ prize will be sailed for, which will finish up the season. Lowestoft M. Y.C-—-On Tuesday, Sept. 2nd, a 10-ton match was sailed, seven entered. The wind was light and unsteady, and after a tedious race, the ‘Cora Linn’ took 1st prize, Mr. May’s ‘Sequah’ 2nd, and ‘Irex’ 3rd.— Wednesday, 3rd Sept., match for a prize given by a lady visitor. There was a fresh breeze, reach both ways. The models were all 36in. l.w.l. ‘Sophia’ Mr. Clark took first, ‘Pansy’ Mr. Thirtle second, ‘Modena’ 3rd. A match was also sailed between the ‘St. Margaret’ F. C. Tansley, ‘Swallow,’ and ‘Ivy Leaf,’ beat up and run down. ‘St. Margaret’ won easily.—It has been decided to have a Challenge Cup for competition in the 10-ton class.—Mr. Wood, M. Y. 8. A., London, visited the pond and club-house, and spoke highly of the THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN pond aud modeis.—The coneluding match of the seasou, for Juniors, took place Sept. 23rd, for a handsome prize presented by a gentleman of the town, and w second added. After a smart contest, ‘Happy New Year’ F. C, Tansley, won Ist, and ‘St. Margaret’ (F.C.T.) lent to P. Raymen t, 2nd, ‘Nellie’ 8rd.—The first race for the chall- enge cup took place on Sept. 20th, in a strong 5.W. breeze. 1st heat, ‘Our Boys,’ 2nd heat, ‘Sequah.’ Final, ‘Sequah’ Ist, ‘Our Boys’ 2nd. Mr. Hale, Serpentine M. Y. C., kindly acted as AND CANOEIST: 203 4 off by the 10-ton class. Wind N.W. fresh and shifty. First division ; ‘Puff,’ ‘Hormosa,’ ‘Wild Rose’ and ‘Gulnare.’ ‘Puff’ took the lead from the first and won easily. Score :-—‘Puff’ 9, ‘Formosa’ 6 points. Second division : ‘Mischi ef,’ ‘Waterwitch,’ ‘Ino’ and ‘Doris.’ ‘Ino’ followed ‘Puffs’ example, ‘Mischief’ second, Mr. Hale © with ‘Doris’ making a record by being last in at every turn. ‘Score :–‘Ino’ 12, ‘Mischief’ 6 points. Final hour, ‘Puff’ beat ‘Ino. Ten boards were the it sailed in the hour ; and though ‘Ino’ fought hard ‘Puff’ was not to be defeated. Score :—‘Puti” 16, ‘Ino’ 14 points. Mr, Burgess having won referee and time-keeper. ‘Sequah’ Made the quickest run down, 781 seconds, ‘Our Boys’ the fastest close-hauled, 85 seconds. There has been a good deal of sailing on the pond, and our tens have proved themselves quite equal to any Cup property. for the third time Oct. 19th, a 15-ton becomes his match for a handsome prize given by the Vice-commodo re There were 9 starters, and a most excitin g con- others, and in moderate breezes they are perhap s the fastest in the kingdom.—We have had rep- test took place, which, notwithstanding the resentative models from Bradford and London . half gale that blew keenly from the northwest, 8 a very handsome craft, and was much admired , The Lowestoft models stand high in the estimamation of visitors, who have gone away with a First division :—-‘Trene,’ ‘Minerva’ and ‘Neva;’ ‘Irene’ took first place, ‘Minerva’ having several The ‘ Sea Song,’ Mr. Webster Smith, Bradfor d, was watched by a large gathering of spectators. fouls. very high opinion of our local talent, and were our boats. were 7 points each. M. Y. C.—Sept. 27th, a ten-ton match was sailed in a strong breeze from the them ‘Lizzie,’ ‘Phantom,’ score ‘Galatea’ and ‘Neptune’ leaked badly leaving ‘Neptune’ with shortened gail, and keep- ing her crew at the pumps, bowled along, hunting up ‘Irene,’ with ‘Iverna’ and ‘Phantom’ a couple gether. Score:—~‘Irene’ 17, < Neptune’ 15, ‘Iverna’ 14, ‘Phantom’ 8. Umpire, Mr. Hamond. Oct. 11th, consolation race for those not having won @ first prize, 10-ton class. Wind W.S.W., moderate. Only three were eligible. ‘Norah,’ ‘Quickstep’ made all the ‘Quickstep’ 15, ‘Dot’ Umpire, Mr. Burgess. 10, ‘Norah’ 4 points. Oct. 18th, the race for Score :— the Rear-commmodore’s challenge cup was sailed ‘Phantom’ luffed sharply and fouled stood :—‘Iverna’ and ‘Lizzie’ 99 each, Gateshead M. Y.C.—A 10-ton class inter-elub of yards astern and ‘Dot’ and ‘Quickstep.’ ‘Neptune’ race took place at Saltwell Park Lake, on Saturday, Aug. 30th, with the Jarrow and Hebbur n often ahead; all four touching ‘shore almost to- scoring, ‘Dot’ taking second honors, sailing off, ‘Irene’ 19, ‘Lorna’ 16. On sailing off the tie, ‘Iverna’ broke off slightly and ‘Tuizzie’ won, taking first prize, ‘Iverna’ 2nd, ‘Irene’ 3rd, and ‘Lorna’ 4th. Umpire, Mr. Hamond. ‘Iverna’ to do the scoring. Score :—Tverna’ 14, ‘Neptune’ 5, ‘Galatea’ 3. Final heat :—‘Iverna,’ ‘Phantom,’ ‘Irene’ and ‘Neptune.’ A splendid never more than On coming up astern. All three jibbed ; on coming to the wind again ‘Lizzie’ got clear leaving the other two foul, and won. Third division «— ‘Galatea,’ ‘Iverna’ and ‘Lorna.’ ‘Iverna’ and ‘Lorna’ made the scoring, ‘Iverna’ having decidedly the best of it. Score :—‘Iverna’ 9, ‘Lorna’ 8, ‘Galatea’ 4. Final heat: ‘Irene,’ ‘Iverna,’ ‘Lorna’ and ‘Lizzie’ This was a ding dong match all through, only the last board or two showing the leaders. At call of time the and ‘Irene.’ A capital race between ‘Irene’ and ‘Phantom’; ‘Irene’ just taking top place. Score: ‘Irene’ 10, ‘Phantom’ 8, Tizzie’ 3. Seeond division, ‘Galatea,’ ‘Neptune’ and Iverna.’ race. ‘Neva’ ‘Neptune,’ when both running off fouled ‘Lizzie ’ S.W. Four started :—‘Ino,’ ‘Puff’ (a new craft by Mr. Burgess) ‘Dot’ and ‘Mischief.’ The hour’s sailing proved keen between ‘Ino’ and ‘Mischief.’ ‘Ino’ winning by 3 points. Score: ‘Tno’ 13, ‘Mischief’ 10, ‘Puff’ 4. Umpire, Mr. Cooper.—Oet. 4th, a 15-ton mateh. Wind W. I’irst division, ‘Minerva’ 5, and ‘Phantom’ drew ahead, but a squall catchin g Serpentine aud fresh, Score :-—‘Trene’ 10, 6, Second division: ‘Neptune,’ ‘Phantom’ and ‘Lizaie.’ A good fight: and at eall of time all high in praise of the fine lines and simple rig of | | Model Yacht Club. Nine models represented each club. The course was a beat-to-windwa rd, each boat being allowed three runs. With a nice breeze throughout, the racing was very satisfactory, and some good contests witness ed. Major Dance officiated as starter, and Mr. Crimson and Mr. Long as judges. Mr. Fanning’s ‘Falcon’ won the 1st prize, and Mr. Nicholson’s ‘Saléwell’ the 2nd: both Gateshead boats. The prizes were subscribed for equally by the two clubs.—On Saturday, Sept. 20th, the last race 204 THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN of the season, according to programme, was run, and this was an open race, for a prize given by | Messrs. Snowball, Son & Co., Drapers, Kent | House, Gateshead. The course was a beat-to- windward, and the following models competed: Major Dance’s ‘S. H. James,’ Mr. Crimson’s . ‘Orlando,’ Mr. J. W. Wood’s ‘Katie,’ Mr. Fann- ing’s ‘Nanaimo,’ Mr. Tindale’s ‘Adalante,’ Mr. G. Huntley’s ‘Lily,’ Mr. J. Huntley’s ‘Ada,’ Mr. Thomas Young’s ‘Hagle,’ Mr. Nicholson's ‘SaltThere was well,’ and Mr. Barratt’s ‘Convex.’ some capital racing, and in the final round the ‘S,. H. James’ beat ‘ Nanaimo,’ and won easily. Major Dance and Mr. G. Huntley officiated as starters, and Mr. Crimson and Mr. Fanning as judges. Edgbaston M. ¥.C—On Thursday, Oct. 2nd, this club offered a prize to be sailedfor by models The weather of all sizes, with time allowance. was perfection for sailing, the water in the reservoir, however, being very low. Started : — ‘Kestrel’ 26lbs, Major Roe; ‘Swallow’ 26lbs, Mr. Selby; ‘Zephyr’ 20, Mr. Chatwin; ‘Bluebell’ 16, Mr. Coke; ‘Coomassie’ 15, Mr. Roe; ‘Red Dragon’ 10, Mr. M. Roe and ‘New Venture’ 10, ‘Swallow came in first, ‘Zephyr’ Mr. Neville. Mr. Selby, however, second, ‘Kestrel’ third. refused the prize, and generously handed it over The distance sailed was to the second boat. about a mile. Dundee M. ¥, C.—This club had its annual 10-ton race for Lord Provost Hunter’s Cup on Saturday, Sept.6th. The weather being fine, a good number of members turned out, and there was also a large number of visitors who seemed to greatly enjoy the sport. There were in all 20 There were 4 boats in the final heat, entries. and the trophy was won by Mr. A. Smith's treet. LONDON.—London.—Length (lw.l.) multiplied by beam, not to exceed 240, also 10-ton class Y.R.A. and L.& $. A 15-ton class. Station— Round Pond, Kensington Gardens, Mr. Walter Greenhill, L.M.¥.C., Kensington Gardens, W. Telegrams :—Bermudian, London. Postal:—L. M. Y. C., Kensington Gardens. Serpentine—Tonnage—Y. R. A. and L. & S.A. Statiou—The Serpentine, Hyde Park. G, Hale, 178, Hampstead-road, London, N.W. Station.—Long Pond, Clapham—‘Younage—Y.R.A. Clapham Common. W. J. Bailey, 162, Kims Road, Clapham Park, 8.W. LOWESTOFT.—Length and Tonnage. Station.—North Denes. Councillor T. Thertle and J. Symes, R.N, Marine Chambers, London Road. PHILADELPHIA, U.S.A—Length overall. K. W. Fowler, 3426, Walnut- street, Philadelphia, Pa. BHEERN ESS —1730 rule. 10, 15, and 20 tons. D, Lewis, 28, 4Jma Street, Marine Town. k= The Vee for constant publication in the Register is os. per annum. AMERICAN.—-Lengeth taken on l.w.1. Station—Prospect Park, New York. G. Pigott, 02, Douglas St., Brooklyn, U.~. ANGLESEY.—Tonnage—Y.R.A. A. F. Haslam, Menai Bridge. BANGOR (Irecland).—Length and Y.R.A. H, Cullen, Upper Clifton, Bangor. BOSTON-—Tonnage—Y.R.A, Station.— River Witham. W. Thompson, 15, White Horse Lane. BELFAST.— Length, taken from stem-head Station.—Belfast Lough. James Gardner, 6, Old Park. Ulster.–Measurement wanted. Station— Waterworks, Antrim Road. W. Wilson, 124, Cogsgrave-street. AND CANOEIST. 207 CARNARVON.—Length. Station.—Menai Straights. J, H. Lecs, Bronserial, North Road. CARDIFF.—Length on 1.w.1, James vans. —Address wanted. COWES, L.W., MEDINA,—Length. Wm. tilbeck, West Cowes. DELHI, Canada.—Particulars wanted. W. 8S. Crysler, Delhi, Ont., Canada. DUNDEER,—-Weight. 12 lbs. to 1 ton.—Station.—Stobsmuir Pond. J. Cant, 60, Watson Terrace, (ilebe. DUBLIN, Sy BINITY Tonnage ¥. R.A.—Station–Kingston Harbor. R.J. Roe, Clermont, Blackrock. DUMBARTON. —Tonnaze—Y. RA. Station–Meadow Park D. Forsyth, 54, Glasgow-road. EXE,—Tonnage—L. & Station.—-Turf, ‘Arthur Kempe, ML+. 14, Southernhay, E., Exeter. EDGBASTON (Birmi ight. Station —Kdgbaston Canal Reservoir. L. B, Chatwin, Wellington House, Wellington-road, Hdgbaston, Birmingham GOOLE.— Tonnage—Y.R.A. and Handicap by Manchester Rule. Station—Raweliffe Brick Ponds. J. & Simpson, 8, Albert-street. GATESHEAD.—Tonnage—Y.R,A, J. Wilson, 44, Whitehall Road. Station-—-Gateshead Park. GLASGO W.—Tonnage.—‘‘94” Rule, Station,—Hillhead Pond, Robt. 8. Nicholson, 49, Lumsden-street, Overnewton. GUERNSEY.—Tonnage—-Y.R.A. Station—Model Yacht Pond. J. 2B. Randell, Allez-atreets and C, Baker, High-street. GREENOCK. —Tonnage—”94″ RB ule. R. McNair, Junr., 10, Antigua-street. GRIMSBY.—Tonnage—V.B.A. Station—Alexandria Dock. Secretary’s name and address wanted. HULL— Albert—Tonnage—Y¥.B,A J. H. Hobbs, Hesste Road. 8. L. Tucker, Belgrave Terrace, Rosamond Street. JARROW & HEBBURN.- — Tonnage—Y.R.A. Station — Hebburn Hall Lake. G. Johnson, 31, Caroline-street, Jarrow-on-Tyne, KINGSTOWN (Ireland. }—Tonnage, ¥ TA. Station—Kingstown Harbor. L. H. Douglas, 6, Marine-road. LEHDS.—Tonnage—Y.R.A. W. H. Fogg, New Market-street. LONDON.—George—Length on l.w.l.; L.&8.A. also 10-ton ¥.R.A. Statioa— Round Pond, Kensington Gardens, E. Tylee, 29, Oxford Square, Hyde Park, Dulwich.—Lengzte l.w.l. and ¥.R.A. Cc. L. Outridge, Goodrich Road School, K. Dulwich. M. Y. Sailing Association—Length taken on Lw.1, Station— Round Pond, Kensington Gardens. J. Pollard, 32, Spring-st., Paddington. Victoria—Length, taken overall and on I.w.]. Station—Victoria Park. W.S. Melville, 16, Frederic-place, Bow, E. Highgate—Boats handicapped by weight. Station—Highgate Ponds. H. P. Reynoldson, 2 Beaconsfield-ter., Archway-rd., H’gate Corinthian.—Tonnage Y.R.A. Station.—Long Pond, Clapham. Edward Gray, 24, Strathleven Road, Acre Lane, Brixton, 8,W. Phoenix—Tounage—1780 rule-— Station.—Long Pond Clapam Common, $.W. Jobn Maival, 1, The Crescent, Chapham Common. LLANDUDNO.—Length. Station—Lianduduo Bay. +. Melsom, Post-Office. LIVERPOOL.—Tonnage—Y.R.A., with limited depth and minimum freeboard. Station—Sefton Park Lake R. Richmond, 6, Canee-rd., Anfield, Liverpool. MEDWAY. —Chatham.— “Tonnage Y. RA G, Iuxon, 89, Copenhagen Road, New Brompton. MARYPORL Cumberland. —Tonnage—Y.R.A. W. Hodgson, 20, North-street. MANCHESTER, —iLensth, taken on Lwl.; also 10-ton class, Y.R.A. Station— Print Works Reservoir, Levenshulme, R. W. Gill, Green Hill, Edgley, Stockport. MOOR PARK (New South Wales.)—Length, taken from stem-head to inside of rudder head on deck; also overall. J. M. Donaldson, 22, Myrtle-street, 5. Sydney, N.S.W NEWCASTLE WEST END. —Tonnage—Y¥.R.A McGill, 19, Hamsterley-rd., Neweastle-on- Tyne. PORT GLASGOW. Tonnage ‘’! 14” Rule. Station.—Lower Dougliehill Pond. J. Brash, 5, William Street, PORTSMOUTH. Tonnage Y¥.R.A. and length (l.w,1.) Station.—Craneswater, Southsea. Capt. Haldane— Wolverton House, Lennox Road, Southsea. RYDE, (I.W.)—Length, taken from stem-head to stern-post, on deck. Station.— Canoe Lake, G. Beazley, Ryde Dispensary. 3SCARBOROUGH.—Length, taken on l.w.1.; also, 10-ton class, ¥.R.A Station—The Mere. J. W. Blakey, 29, Westborough. SUNDERLAND.—Tonnage—Y.R.A Station—Roker Park, EB. Marlborough, 11 Brookland Road, 208 THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN SOUTHPORT.—Tonnage—Y.u.A. with depth and freeboard limits. Station—Marine Park Lake. : J.C. Smith, 60, Sefton-street. SOUTHSHA.—Lenvth, l.w.1. Station—Craneswater. John Whitty, 27, Cleveland-road. Station SOUTH SHIELDS.—Tonnage—Y.R.A. T. T. Anderson, 7, Albion-terrace. WELLINGTON (New Zealand}.—Tonnage— 1200” Rule. G. Norton, Wellington, N.Z. Station—The Harbonr. WATEREFORD.—Length—1730 rule. ¥. H. Alexander, Newtown School, Worpfetia, tachting. Last month I confined myself entirely to the doings of the racers of the over 60-rating class and to the 4go-raters. This month I will keep to the cruisers and to the 2o-raters. One thing specially noticeable during the last few seasons of yacht racing is the growth of the ex-racing craft engaged in racing iu the cruising class. ‘This came in even still greater prominence during the last season, the yachts racing being principally ex-1730: craft carrying their full amount of racing canvas, and in one case Vanduara carrying more than former racing outfit. Varduara’s season was the most noticeable of the craft in her class, as even when in contest with cutters built for the present rule she showed many of them her heels, in one case beating DeerAound 27 minutes over her time allowance. The Samena, Vanduara’s ancient antagonist in many a race, sailed fairly well during the season and carried off the Squadron Queen’s Cup with full honours, Wenadur in her present guise with a pole-mast did better than such an ugly looking rig deserved, luckily her success was hardly pronounced enough to attract other yawl owners to follow suit for tonnage cheating pnrposes. ‘| he latest Watson yawl Lethe showed up well occasion- ally, but it is possible that a little more sail would push her oftener to the front place, it is to be regretted that she had no opportunity of a test with the first-class boats in a heavy breeze and seaway. he only regular raced schooner this year was the Amphitrite, during the winter the centre-plate put in her the year before was removed and _ several alterations made in her, but, no very great increase in her speed was noticeable and she hardly took the place gained by the old Aftranda against the very same racing yachts Samena, Wendur and Vanduara 8 years ago. Her owner is said to intend converting her to yawl rig nextseason. The crack 4o-rater of 1888 Mohawk made her appearance in the racing cruising class this year but she was not lucky in the way of picking up prizes. Fetronilla also entered the class occasionally but did not win much after her first two matches on the East coaat against inferior craft, when she came to the South she did not appear to be able to go with the other “cruisers,” The old 1o-tonner Marguerite still keeps up her repute in Scotch waters and has won several races this season. AND CANOEIST. At the commencement of the season it was thought that the 20-rating class would give some of the must exciting racing of the season, as there were actually 5 new craft building for it, and two last year’s boats. Contrary to expectation a last season’s cutter the vragen proved herself the crack of the class, coming out with 30 prizes out of 40 starts, all won in contest with the newer craft. Velzie, a Watson designed cutter, came out second in the class, having sailei during the season the large number of 48 matches out of a possible 50, the two so missed occurring on the same day with matches in which she sailed making it impossible for her to start in the whole 50. Ve/zée, was perhaps the best of the class ona light day. Cyhiyuita, a Payne design comes 3rd, nearly equal to Vé/zze, she also went the round of the regattas and proved herself a good all round boat. Of the remaining 5 boats little need be said, as they did not race as much as the three mentioned above, Szoéa, which was so fancied by Southampton skippers when building, not proving up to the mark; the same applies to Gdost and Clarissa, though the latter at various times showed very good speed and weatherly capabilities. Already we hear of preparations for next season, two 120 rating cutters, one by Watson for Sir Richard Sutton (late of Gevesfa), and 3 4oraters and 5 20’s (two by Will Fife, 2 from the South of England, and one for a Dublin owner, by Phelps’, of Idublin}, also, an 80-rater are all said to be about to be built or commenced; so with the craft of the last season, next year shouid turn out well. The Royal Victoria Y.C. have instituted an International Cup for which it is to be hoped Mr. Malcoim Forbes, owner of the Puritan, will compete, with his new go-foot cutter designed by Burgess. ‘The following is a list of the chief winners in the cruising and 20-rating classes :— CRUIZERS. Nante. firsts. Seconds, Starts, Amount, Vanduara…… rat 7 27… £467 Wendur …… Lethe ……… Amphitrite … 7 7 2 3 4 5 31. 28… 1S… F291 £341 £185 Mohawk …… 3 3 25 «. £170 Samoena …… 4 2 iG… £ars 40 48 1. 2. £480 Zags 20-RATERS, Dragon …… 230. Velzie ……… 120… Chiquita …… 13.) 2. 430. Lego Clarissa …… ae Stola vw. Io. de Tow TQ, 12 1. 85 £20 Windward Qe Tee Te A A … Foo… Ghost ……… ee J 14 we «. Rep YELLOW aNd Brack. Im) The Racing Canoe-Ya DESIGNED AND BUILT FOR c. C. LYNAM, BY THEO, SMITH, MEDI NAKE,” NER, RD. The Racing Canoe-Yawl “SNAKE,” DESIGNED AND BUILT FOR THE OWNER, © C LYNAM, ESQ., BY THEO. SMITH, MEDLEY, OXFORD. The Model-Yachtsman and Canoeist, November, 1890. (See Correspondence.) THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN ANI) CANOEIST. 213 WATERPROOF FLUID GLUE 4 (PATENT) A GLUE FOR Model Yacht, Canoe and Boat Builders, Amateur Joiners, & Domestic Use, &c., &e. By post 8d. and 1/3 per tin, Through Ironmongers, Chemists, &., 6d. & I yer tin Manufactured only by :— THE WATERPROOF GLUE Co., 62, DALE STREET, LIVERPOOL. MIDDLETON’S YACHT BOOKS! * CHOICE WINNING PROPORTIONS FOR RACING YACHTS,” 5/-. Contains 67 Examples of thorough-bred Aristocrat Yachts ! Mr. Munn says ‘* The /ong narrow type are best adapted for Model Yachts.” Yeoune and Deris are Aristocrats ! Middleton’s Yachts are all Aristocrats ! **CRUISE OF THE KATE,” 6/8: contains 16 splendid flyers ! ““SAIL TONS,” JOHN J. JACKSON, SAIL MAKER, NORTHWICH, Cheshire, MANUFACTURER of SAILS for YACHTS, BOATS, CANOES, &c, CANOE SAILS A SPECIALITY, TENTS OF EVERY DESCRIPTION MADE TO ORDER. Maker of Sails for Canoe ‘‘Charrn” winner of the Royal Canoe Challenge Cup, 1887, 1888, and 1889. ESTABLISHED 1847, CHARLES BATHURST, BOAT, CANOE & STEAM LAUNCH BUILDER, TEWKESBURY. Builder of “Atalanta,” ’88 and ’89, and ‘‘ Severn” ’87 and ‘89. All kinds of Boats Built to Order, Let on Hire, and For Sale. THEO. SMITH, MEDLEY, OXFORD, Winner of R.C.C. Challenge Cup, 1890) is prepared to devote special attention to the development of canoes of all sorts. BEST WORKMANSHIP, IMPROVED MODERATE. ROYAL C.C.—T.G. F. Winser, Sec., 72, Mark Lane, London MERSEY C.C.—C. Livingston, Mate, 20, Exchange-all ey, Liverpool, CLYDE C.C.—H. K. Bromhead, 8ec., 245, St. Vincent-st., Glasgow. WHAR C.C.—T. 0. Todd, Sec., 7, Winifred-te rrace, Sunderland. NITH C.C.—D. Wilson,Sec., Laurieknowe-place,Maxwel ltown,Dumfries EUMBER YAWL CL’ B—B. 8. Jacobs, Captain, Hessle, Hull. TYNE C.0.—Rowland Dodd, Sec., Neville Hall, Newcastle. , BRITISH CANOE ASSOCIATION.—P. Nisbet, Sec., 1, Water-Lane, Great Tower-street, City. (The B.C.A. is established for the promotion of cruises and meets, whereby canoeists of the United Kingdom, irrespective of clubs, may unite for the purpose of cruising and camping.) SUNDERLAND (C. C.—A. EB. Charlton, Secretary, 42, Fawcett-street . FREE CRUISERS C.C.—k, Rohson, Secretary, 38, North Bridge-st. Monkwearmouth, Sunderland. THAMES CAMPING & BOATING ASSOCIATION.— F. B. Fowler, Hon. See., 26, Union-road, Clapham, $. W. THES CRUISHRS.—A. McLeod, 15, Reed St., South Stockton. NORTHERN © C.—L. McPherson, Secretary, Whitehouse Buildings Neweastle. THE WASH C.C.—H. J. Garnham, sec., 15, St. Johns Terrac Ki ga Lynn. Corrections Solicited PROPOSED CRUISE IN COMPANY. SUGGESTION FOR WINTER REFLECTION, A proposal is to hand which has our heartiest the experiment about which some approval, that canoeists are sceptical, should be practically tested, viz., can a considerable body of canoeists cruise and camp in company ? Seven well-known canoe- ists have agreed to form a sort of syndicate for the accomplishment of the object. In the first week in August of next year such a cruise of canoeists will begin at Dublin, then cross by the Royal Canal, join the Shannon at Longford, afterwards descend into Lough Ree, and pass to the chain of loughs below, pass the falls at Castle Connel, and finish at the ancient city of Limerick. This cruise affords safe inland cruising without difficulties, with only a few miles of tidal way at the finish. Camping places are to be found everywhere. ‘The proposals have taken shape in something like the following form, As far as possible it Is suggested, in order to expedite the progress of the expedition, that two men should man one canoe, and that the tents should be arranged for two or three men to each, so as to save all extra weight of baggage. One entire day will be devoted to a regatta on one of the lakes. A prize will also be awarded to the best cruising canoe in attend- (Designer & Builder of the ‘‘ WHIZ,” DESIGNS. fe —— BRITISH CANOE CLUBS.* A 2/6. “CUBIC YACHT MEASUREMENT,” 8/6. Direct, of Lieut. MrppLETON, Cosy Nook, Eastwood, Essex ORIGINAL —— NEW FITTINGS. PRICES. ance, and another for the best camp and outfit, Whether a large or small number join, the cruise is to take place. There will be no indefinite de- pendence upon numbers or other circumstances. ‘The average distance per day will not be excessive, the average probably being sixteen miles per day. Every canoe should carry a tow-line, a divided paddle, and wherever possible, a pair of very light sculls of about 7ft. gin. in length, and weighing but 214 THE MODEI-YACHTSMAN AND CANOEIST. a few pounds the pair, the neighbourhood, or if they should feel disposed ‘Those who desire to join in this cruise may send in their names to the Editor of the Cangerst, 46, to go, they might have a chance of attending. Chesilton Road, Fulham, $.W., or to G. U. Laws, Esq., Maritime Buildings, Newcastle-on-Tyne. —_—O— EDITORIAL NOTES AND COMMENTS. I aAiways had an idea that the ‘Severn No. 3,’ built in 1888, was about the best and strongest cruising canoe that I ever possessed, and when I sold her to Mr. W.. Hall, Captain of the Northern C.C., my injunctions were: “Fit her with a heavier centre-plate, cast her old American rudder to the bottom of the Tyne, and fit her with a proper one, sit her well out on deck, sail away, and she will go.” Those who read the report of the Northern C.C. will see that the said canoe, now called the ‘Wye,’ I need not point out that in addition to the music and the singing, the delight and practical use that a display of the photographs amateurs have taken during the cruising, give to an event like this. ——O-—— Now that the season for 1890 is drawing toa close most men will be putting their canoes aside. I make this st tement as an excuse for another one which is to follow. I have on more than one occasion alluded to the untidiness and the utter lack of method that characterises a great many boating men, but I think it is more frequently characteristic of many canoeists, than of men who sail larger craft. here is a Spanish proverb which says, that “method 1s a grade to greatness.” Be —named in commemoration of a delightful cruise that as it may, a man who is careless over his boat, has the want of the first principles of true sailor. boat, in 83, on that river—it will be seen, I say, that she won absolutely every event that she com- I SHOULD recommend others to practice what I have carried out now fora long time when the which the late owner and Mr. Hall had ina smaller peted in, which is a thing to congratulate her owner upon: but personally, as a member of that club, I regretted it so much that I suggested that another consolation race should take place, and that the ‘Wye’ should be handicapped, and compelled to contribute towards the prizes for that suggested event. No doubt he is generous enough to agree! —_—0-—- THE effect of holding the regatta on Hendon lake this year has had a remarkable result on the sailing on that water. During the last half of this summer, instead of the usual dismantling of the old rafts, and the transference of the boats to the Thames for the regatta and future races, we now see that on the 11th and following Saturday, two important contests took place. In addition to this, only three or four canoes had been removed from the rafts, and the full complement of sailing men have been there week by week, right up to date, whilst a number of craft of larger type have put in an appearance. —O— season is over. I dismantle my canoes and hand them over to the boatman with instructions to give them both a thorough washing from stem to stern, inside and out. putting them SEVERAL canoes are changing hands, as will be seen by our advertising columns of the last issue. There is no more enthusiastic or anxious sailer than Mr. Webster. He has sailed for the past two seasons an old ‘Nautilus,’ with a good deal of dash and pluck. Into his hands the ’89 ‘Severn’ has just passed. In many respects she will be admirably fitted for one who possesses so much alertness as himself. do this not preparatory to they may be ready for that coat of varnish which I consider will pay for itself in any craft that is worth possessing. The reasons for varnishing a boat at the end instead of the beginning of the season are manifold. I will state about a half dozen reasons, and will add to them if necessary on any future occasion. . ~—O -—— First, 1. shews that a man takes care of his boat. Second, no one can reproach him with untidiness or neglect. ‘Third, the varnish has the whole win- ter to ‘set.’ Fourth, it will stand during the coming season harder work in consequence. Fifth, if he has occasion to show his boat, as J am often called upon to do, to some brother of the paddle from a remote —_—O0— I into their winter covering, but that shows quarter no of London or the discredit to the owner. provinces, it Sixth, in the spring-time builders are busy, and things are neglected and often not so well done as in the slacker time of the year. Seventh, if a cruise has to be projected in a hurry, the boat is ready, and away you can go. —_—Oo— THE following went to a Canadian canoeist recently : “’Qne word, I notice you are down on the racing ——O— I SHOULD suggest that if any camp fires are held amongst the Mersey men, the Royal C.C., the Northern, the Wear, the Tyne, the Clyde, and Dumfries, that an intimation should be sent to each club, so that in’ case any men should be in machines. So I have been, but I have come to the conclusion that taking racing all round there is not much to be done in the way of getting firsts and seconds unless you have a racing canoe: and there is not very much cruising to be done ina fast racing machine. The morai of all this is, that THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN what is good for one is bad tor the other, and vice versa, To race well you want a craft adapted ; while to cruise efficiently and comfortably you want a craft fitted for that also. I have fought against all idea of mere racing machines, but one thing is certain, that those who go in for racing cannot do much cruising, and vice versa. I say, then, let the man who feels he can afford it, and can thoroughly enjoy racing and sailing, let him have his machine and let him have his cruiser. and a place for everything. But there is a time ‘This is not an original sentence, of which I am the author, but it strikes meas very sensible all the same. Why your photographs are not good is, that the one sent to me was taken either without sunlight or against the light. As a photugrapher of some five years’ experience, I may say that instantaneous work will only do when you get the sunlight fully and that professionals as well as amateurs turn out very indifferent work when they try a shot—namely take a photograph—without the aid of the sun. For dull dead and still life it does not matter, providing you can-regulate your exposure as to whether you have sun or not. At least it does not matter so seriously. Yours truly, SEVERN.” Challenge blowing, took place on Saturday, October 11th. With beautiful weather, and could be desired, the race was ‘There were eight entries, but namely, Messrs. Alsop, Berey, the water all that an interesting one. only seven started, Bickerton, Crooks, Cox, Hayward, and Philip. The course (2 miles) was from the Mersey Yacht club slip, round a boat anchored off Rock Ferry, and back. After a start well together, Crooks took the lead, which he maintained throughout the course, Berey coming in a good second, and Bickerton third. Besides the work by the older members, a good deal of paddling has been done lately by the young blood that has joined the club during the past year or two. This evidence of renewed activity will doubtless be maintained and probably increased next year. At the annual meet of the British Canoe Association, held in Falmouth Harbour this summer, the Mersey was well represented. ROYAL CANOE CLUB CHALLENGE CUP SIXTY GUINEAS. At length this long-deferred event has been contested. On Saturday, 18th October, at 12 noon, the race was started in a very fresh north-west wind, that was somewhat uncertain and variable, as well as cold «nd strong. Below is a statement of the times, and list of the starters. 215 ‘Vanessa’ is a Nautilus canoe. She was formerly built for Mr. W, Baden Powell, and has been sailed for the past two years or so by Mr. B. de Quincey. In light winds she has not struck us as being a fast boat, but when it has blown hard she has displayed remarkable power as well as pace, and her owner has our hesrty congratulations. A word of condolence is due to those who were less fortunate, as for instance, ‘Whizz,’ ‘Diamond,’ and ‘Birdie.” As ‘Whizz’ has been in attendance and made persevering efforts to sail for this cup on several occasions, it is a matter of considerable re- gret that the true merits of the skipper and his craft were not permitted to be duly tried in this the most recent contest for the cup, owing to an upset. OFFICIAL REPORT. R.C.C. Challenge Cup. Strong north-west wind. ‘Whizz’ and ‘Birdie’ capsized. ‘ Diamond?’ carried away rudder. finish. ‘Vanessa’ got lead and kept it to ‘limes below: Ist round, ant, 3rd, 4th. — finish. Whizz ….1-.. 12-52-40…upset…… ee a Stella… 12-55-O ..I-19-0 .,.1-42-40…2-8-0 ..,2-33-0 Diamond …… 12-54-50…carried away rudder _ Birdie ……… 12-56-0 …upset….., we . (LATER. — Since the above was written, ‘Whizz’ and ‘Vanessa’ have sailed the final, and ‘Whizz’ won,—Pus.] Cup, which had been postponed from the previous Saturday on account ot the south-easterly gale then VALUE CANOEIST Vanessa……60 12-51-30.. I-14-0 ,.,1-38-30…2-2-0 …2-25-0 Mercury …… 12-56-30…1-22-30…1-47-0 …2-I4-0 . 2-42-09 MERSEY CANOE CLUB. The race for the Junior Paddling AND HUMBER YAWL On Saturday afternoon, Oct. CLUB. 25th, the above club had two handicap sailing races on Hornsea Mere. A light westerly wind gave a beat and a run across the course. In the larger class there were three starters, and the following were the elapsed times for the course (three rounds) : Daisy I-21-35 Tris Zara .. 1-26-05 I-4.0-50 . corrected 1-21-35 … … » ” 1-24-05 1.40-50 In the smaller class the times (over same course) were: Spectre Ethel Swan T-29-0 . corrected 1-29-0 1-29 40 1-25-40 … Eveline) ,. 1-33-35 ‘ 1 34-35 Seagull paid not finish After the races, a supper was held at the Mere Hotel, Hornsea, at which 14 members sat down, and a pleasant evening was spent with song and nautical discussion.—The season just passed has been one of the best in the annals of the club, which now numbers some 45 members. “AQUILA’S” SISTERS, THE Epitor, 7%e Canoeist. Sir,—I think your correspondent ‘‘Otter” is making rather ‘‘much ado about nothing,” for the differences in the boats he refers to and the above, are so slight that to have given a detailed description of each one would have taken up 216 © THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN too much of your valuable space, which was the reason that I classed them as sister ships, merely giving the most noticable points in which they differed, which ‘‘Otter” has simply repeated. Now, with regard to the ‘‘real” sister ships, ie, ‘Midge’ and ‘Suhbeam,’ I am afraid it is my turn to correct, by informing your correspondent that there isas much if not more difference between ‘Midge’ and ‘Sunbeam,’ both in body and deck-plan, as there is between ‘Aquila’ and the latter, but, as I said before, the difference is only slight. By-the-bye, Mr. McLeod’s name is casually mentioned as the designer of ‘Aquila’; I always understood that honour belonged to Mr. A. Stonehouse, W.C,C.? Thanking ‘‘Otter” for his undeserved compliment, Yours truly, Prucas, N.C.C., B.C.A, P.8.—While I am writing, I may as well reply to “ Bantam.” I consess I fam rather surprised at his not noticing any canoing reports in the paper he mentions, as I have a scrap book before me which contains about a dozen cuttings from this very paper, and these are not all that have appeared this year. That there are more model yacht club reports is easily explained by the fact that there ure more model yacht than canoe clubs in this district. ‘*Bantam” might do worse than pay a visit to Scotswood-on-Tyne, any Saturday, and see for himself the state of canoeing here.—P, 9, Winifred Terrace, Sunderland, October 2nd, 1890. THE Epitror, 7%e Canoeist, Sir,—The ‘‘Aquila” was designed by Mr. A, Stonehouse of the Wear Canoe Club 3 your correspondent ‘‘ Otter” is in error on this point. Yours truly, THomas OLMAN Topp, OUR THE SNAKE,” This boat is one of three which have been built, for racing on the river at Oxford, for members of the Oxford University Sailing Club, and coming within the definition of a canoeyawl as prescribed in the ‘‘Field” of some months ago, The following are some of the dimensions of ‘* Snake’’: Length over-all… enee creer IS 0 SS crcl6 4 10 Depth at 1 foot from Stem… ccs cere nena E 6 ” Amidships to wale ……cceeceeeseee ees Ir ” StOIMPOSt 0.0… cece eee e cece cena nes Mast… .ceceeneeee from fore-side of stem … C. By case wea Aft-end dow… a Aft-end of well … ” Mizen Mast ……. 9 Width of well, amidships Area of mainsail gy Id 5 I bb . 4 0 10 0 i 1304 14 2 ……:0…..ceseeeeees I 7 ….,…cceseeeeesaeeeeeerereeees 135 MUIZOD cee ee eee CANOEIST reef, shove off when aground, lower mast, &c. The mainsail can be lowered into it—the mizen also being stowed—a boat cover makes all snug. If the crew do not lose their balance she cannot well upset, as she will lay over far enough for a puff to blow over her without taking water in, She has been out in all weathers, and has nat yet upset. She carries no ballast; the centre-plate being only Yin. iron, and, being built of cedar, she is light enough for two men te lift or pull out of water with ease. Some of her fittings are plate is of a shape which is worthy of note. well adapted The centre- to give the best effects for a given weight and area; does not offer much re- sistance to turning; drops a good distance without chain shewing; greatly economises space in the boat. The usual rig is the main and mizen lugs, as shewn. These sails are fitted with a simple, quick, reefing gear—a new plan which answers well. Another feature is the “‘luffline.” This leads from the mast-head through rings on the luff of sail, through thimble on end of boom and, embracing the mast. makes fast to cleat or otherwise on the boom. Much more might be said about this boat, but should any- one wish for further particulars the owner or builder would be pleased to answer enquiries or allow trial of the boat. THEO. SMITH, School House, Crick Road, Oxford. THE Epivror, 7he Cazoesst. SIR,-~As owner of the “Snake” canoe-yawl, I beg to endorse Smith’s description of the boat, and to add a few facts as to her performances. At the B.C. A. meet at Falmouth this year she was distinctly the fastest of the twenty or thirty canoes of various sorts, ILLUSTRATIONS. CANOE-YAWL ANID cece etree ees rerereeewenenes 25 0 0 Rating………06. o’50 ton, The objects sought in her designs were speed, great handi- ness, shallow draft, lightness, safety, weatherliness, room for crew of two men, and withal a handsome boat. Her owner can best testify to her speed and powers to windward. As to her handiness, this is ensured by the total absence of deadwood, the after-body being so formed that about 18 inches of her length is out of water, except when moving fast, and so, offering no resistance to turning, her powerful rudder puts her round with speed and certainty. There is probably no boat of her length that will go about quicker. She excels in quick turning to windward, gybing Including the Mersey canoe-yawls ‘Vital Spark,’ ‘Euvlalie,’ &c., and also the lighter boats. She also beat all the vessels at Falmouth of anything like her size, including the whole Mosquito fleet. She can stand any amount of wind, and a very fair sea. I have a hatch which covers more than half the long well, and the waves, though they drench the crew, seem to fly over the well and not necessitate much baling. She was the fastest boat in the O.U.S.C. last term. Yours faithfully, C, C. LyNAM. CENTRE-BOARD PROTECTION, THE Epiror, 7he Canoetst. SIR,—Some time ago [read an article on canoeing in England, in which the writer regretted that no method had been devised to keep a centre-board from coming out in case of a capsize. Knowing ofa way to prevent such a thing happening, I thought that it would please your readers in England to learn of it, and so write you, asking only that credit for it be given to Mr. Joyner, who discovered and perfected it. The device is like the handle ofa pocket knife, having a slot and a bolt hole to make it fast in the trunk. A piece of brass, six inches wide by about the depth of the trunk, is bent around the forward end of the centre-board, so that the board will slip in it easily, then a small groove is cut in the lower end, and a small bolt hole high up, and to the forward – side of the centre, and one at the side of the groove, where the centre-board is securely fastened by a pin. At the keel of the boat, where the bow end of the centre- and dodging less lively boats, and yet, being beautifully board opening is, a pin is fastened, upon which the groove rests when the board is in the trunk. The upper hole is to receive a pin which is passed through the forward end of the trunk, holding the ‘‘handle” safely in place. This permits the board to be lowered or raised, the pin by which it is balanced, steers with the greatest ease, Het model is distinctly original—a copy of none. Her shape gives her great stability. The flaring sides and broad side-decks give the crew great power to windward. She carries a mainsail of 200 feet with ease. The long narrow well answers admirably, enabling the crew to go forward to In fitting, the only particular care needed, is, to see that the slot in the bottom of the ‘‘handle” fits snug over the pin in the keel, and that the hole in the trunk is above waterline and at a height directly opposite the upper hole in the ‘‘handle,” so as to receive the pin which passes through both. made fast to the “‘handle” acting as a hinge. THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN we were in Sneek, whose regatta was to take place next day, Wednesday, August zoth. We lay quite board with the “handle” ‘attachedis easily taken from the trunk, in the town, by the quay-side, and several Dutch yachts were already laid in the same Gracht. The place was very central, but was rather too public; although we could find no fault with the behaviour This device can be used on large or small beats, and has been used by Joyner on his boats for a longtime. You may recall him as the builder cf ‘Pec wsic,’ the winner of the International Canoe Race in 1886. He moved two years ago to Schenectady, New York State, for the shipping facilities, and is now building boats there. Ne has other ingenious arrangements in fittings, one a trunkless centreboard, which now bids fair to be as universally used as the housing drop rudder, which he invented and gave to the If your readers care to hear of some of them, of the people on the quays, as they were most polite to us. It was Kermis (Fair) time, and we were seldom without audible reminder of the fact. Two or three barrel organs were wheeled about by their untiring owners, and ¢/ey played the kermis A steam organ Everybody sang it. tune. I have no doubt that he would permit me to tell you of them, as he was, upon my request, kind enough to do in this case, Schenectady, N.Y., U.S.A. (fortunately beyond earshot from our “ Hotels”) Very truly yours, ground it out ceaselessly, EVERETY SMITH. would burst into spasmodic gasps, having as refrain something about ‘‘de Kermis kommt in Sneek.” It would not be interesting to canoeists to trace Kent’s Bank, near Grange-over-Sands, Carnforth, 18th Oct., 1890. Tur Eprror, 74e Canoetst, Dear Sir,—I beg to submit to your favorable considera- throughout our movements in Sneek, suffice it to say we met with a hearty reception from the people of, and visitors to, that fine old town. ‘The Committee made us free of their own island during tion a little contrivance which I have made as a substitute It seems to be quite as se for the ordinary wooden toggle. cure, and would look better if neatly made. The tongue is simply a steel nail with the head and point filed off, and sewn wp in canvas to look more ship-shape. the races, which, on the fine expanse of Sneek Meer, were very pretty, and, to crown all, on Thursday two prizes were presented by them for competition amongst our own boats. In the keel boats Godiva took the prize after a very close race all through with Ina. In the centre-board class the Daisy won, doing the same course as the larger boats in one minute shorter time than they If you think it likely to interest your readers or be of any use ” them you can mention it in your magazine. Yours faithfully, R. 5S. QO. BRAMWELL. HUMBER YAWL CLUB. HoLtnAND—({CONTINUED.) took. After our race all the yachts and boats were towed up to Sneek, rockets, blue lights, and other fireworks being let off. ‘The strong wind prevented the display of Chinese lanterns which had been planned, and the rain which came so remorsely down towards the end of the tow damped our spirits, along with our cluthes, though I don’t believe getting wet troubles a Dutchman much. ‘The sail of that day was a delicious one. With a perfect breeze and glorious weather we enjoyed it to the full, and laid in precious stores of health and pleasant memories. ‘The wind just lasted us to Echterburg, and from our tents we gazed upon a magnificent sunset over Tjuke meer, whilst engaged in the not unpleasant duty of satisfying the huge appetites created by a long day on the water. We didn’t start till about 1 o’clock next day, as it This was our last day together. They reported 1 foot water, the rest mud, and were washed down with buckets carefully drawn from The night was spent in Uitwellingerga, a village quite near Sneek, and we enjoyed its pictur- esque quaintness as much as the natives appeared to enjoy our appearance amongst them. Here we had a look at one of the Friesland farmhouses, It was provided with an enormous roof, in which the season’s hay was being stored. Before we were ad mitted to the cow-house—which is under the same roof—we were requested, by signs of course, to wipe our shoes with a wisp of hay. Our conductor’s klumpen remained outside the door. There were stalls for over 20 cows, and every provision seemed to be made for their comfort and cleanliness. The dairy was deliciously cool and clean, In the early morning Yum Yum and Ina were towed by a steamer going that way, to Harlingen, whence they shipped to Hull. Swan and Spectre, also went by steam tram in the afternoon to the same port, so only Daisy, Godiva, and Eillen were left. We sailed down to de Lemmer and stayed the night there. Next day a gale blew on the Zuider Zee and we never moved from our moorings. The rained in the morning. After crossing Tjuke some of the less cautious members bathed in the canal. the top. and finally we caugaot the infection, or the air, or whatever it was, and SUBSTITUTE FOR WOODEN TOGGLE. CRUISE IN 217 A few miles sailing along reed- lined canals and A board s89 fitted cannot drop out in any position the boat may be put in, and yet by withdrawing the upper pin the beating public. AND CANOEIST only incidents of the day (besides sketching: were that the Pirate got wet through in a tremendous | rain shower and that we made a memorable stew and ate it. Eillen went over to Amsterdam on the deck of the night steamer, and Godiva and Daisy, the remnants of an army—left de Lemmer about 1-30 in the afternoon with a head wind, and didn’t get into Edam until 8 a.m. next day. Thence we journeyed on to Amsterdam, which we reached in about 5 hours sailing (outside) and 218 – THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN AND CANOEISI. were once more tied up there by 6 p.m. Monday. Tuesday, August 26th, saw the boats hoisted aboard the European, and we said a reluctant, lingering holiday. good-bye to the scene of a pleasant THE CRUISE OF THE “KELPIE” AND “ DOLPHIN.” TWO HUNDRED MILES BY LAND AND WATER, Continued. Commenced September, 1890, ‘The wind was easterly and we had hoped to sail down the Clyde to Dumbarton, but with the exception of a slight puff, which caused us to loose time by setting s il twice and as often lowering it, It was a flat calm, and there was nothing for it but to paddle the whole distance, consequently arrived there much later than anticipated, were an hour and a half behind we We full tide, and were beginning to doubt if it would be possible to get past Dumbarton Bridge. ‘The current of the Leven was very strong, but aftera hard and steady paddle we managed through the bridge, our efforts being watched by a crowd from the Engineering Works which were just then coming out. Above the bridge we were joined by the purser, who had been anxiously waiting for us more than three hours. This delay small and unlooked for, incidents, was caused by many as well as inexplainable The purser got on board the Dolphin, and we proceeded up the river and had lunch. After this was partaken of, we paddled up the Leven almost to Renton, The current was too strong to go further in that fashion, and we would have required to take to the road, but luckily there was a steam launch behind, being towed up to the loch by a horse, and they kindly offered to tow us too. It was a long and wearisome journey to Balloch, for besides the extra strong current caused by the recent rains, the launch was continually grounding, and once the tow-rope broke. When Balloch was reached, it was too late to proceed to Luss that night as intended. We therefore put up at the Balloch Hotel over Sunday. Our tent had been got ready, but it was decided latterly not to camp out, the weather had been so wet and stormy, and did not look like improving. The canoes were left in one of the boat-houses at the side of the river. On Monday morning it was drenching rain. However, in an hour or two it cleared up nicely, $0 a start was made for Loch Lomond, which is about a mile and a half from Balloch. As there was then a nice westerly breeze we set sail, and went at a good pace to Inchmurran, the wind freshening all the way, with some heavy gusts. There we landed and had dinner in the old castle ruins, getting milk from the house close by. This finished, the cook treated us to a few airs with an accompaniment on his banjo. We launched again and as the breeze continued fresh, had a fast sail to the next group of islands, passing the islet with the castle ruins on our left and taking the narrow passage between the two large islands. A downpour of rain coming on we took shelter below the trees. While waiting there our maps were con- sulted, (Next day after leaving Luss the maps were wanted, and though a thorough search was made could nowhere be found. ‘The conclusion arrived at, and a likely one, was that they had been left below a tree at this spot. was blamed for this.) When The skipper the shower had cleared the wind had almost gone too, but it was not far to Luss, where we arrived early in the evening. This was about the prettiest little village that any of us had seen, and the evening was calm and beautiful. The skipper and purser got lodgings for the night in one of the pretty little rose-covered cottages which short street. compose the one The cook got located further down. Next morning was bright, but with heavy and prolonged showers of rain the forenoon. which continued all At one o’clock the mate arrived, and after getting his baggage on board, we had dinner in a quiet little spot at the burn side. It was blowing very hard when we launched and the wind had shifted, being now dead against us, After paddling across the bay and clearing the point, the wind was so strong and there were so many white waves, that there was no hope of making much headway ; so after waiting awhile to see if it would moderate, we carried the canoes across a field on to the road and put them on their Wheels, ‘his took some time, but after a slight break-down of the Dolphin, which was soon put right, we got along at a fair speed. While resting by the roadside, most listening pathetically, to the cook singing ‘‘Home sweet home,” to the tum tum of his banjo, some ladies passed who seemed astonished and much amused, but dared not to laugh. as the wind Tea was was served on the shore, but now dying away the midges pestered us fearfully. One who has never experienced it could hardly believe how suddenly the wind may get up or as suddenly die away in these inland lochs. From a perfect calm a storm may arise in a minute or two with fearful squalls and waves feet high. It turned out a fine evening, but as it was then late we landed at the ferry opposite Rowardennan, and stayed that night at Inverbeg Inn. We were the sole occupants, and Spent a very enjoyable and comfortable night, The skipper and cook regularly sent post-cards home; the mate generally had a letter or two to write; and the purser (judging from the time occupied) wrote lengthy epistles to somebody or other. THE MODEL-YACHTSMAN On Wednesday the weather still continued fine, with not a breath of wind in the morning. ‘The loch looked magnificent. Ben Lomond was now abreast of us, and the slight breeze that did spring “up as we neared ‘Tarbet, came from that direction ‘exactly contrary to the true direction of the wind.) About this part of the loch the wind seems to be very uncertain and changeable. At Tarbet some purchases were made, It was dreadfully warm, and one of the crew not having a straw hat bought one, but I think it was never on again. Although we had not reaily bad weather during the trip, the first week there was not a wholly dry day, and the second there were only about two. Immediately after leaving Tarbet, the sunshine suddenly turned to rain, seeming settled in that direction, and as it was now dinner time we landed, stretched a sail below the trees in a pine wood, and commenced This cooking. certainly our worst experience of the rain the was too determined for give us shelter long, and it soon drip, cooling our soup and sort. was — The trees or sail to commenced to making all things wet and nuserable. We managed through wenderfully well under the circumstances, and took care our spirits were not damped. Clad in oilskins, Inver- snaid was made; tolerably dry inside, but soaking AND boiled eggs. no idea we were to put up for the night. Keeper’s further down the loch, so we determined the little steam launch which was lying at the pier close by, came along with an invitation from the lodge to come up fora short time. Our visit there was very enjoyable. to entertain It was perfect extremely kind strangers. That thus night the skipper and cook had a shake-down for their bed, but a good breakfast put us in trim again for the day’s work. The lower part of Loch Katrine is very grand. During a summer shower we explored Ellen’s Isle; then we proceeded to the f ot of the loch, hauling out the canoes at Loch Achray shaded almost near the the was a pier there. short completely by ‘Trossachs Hotel, From here to and beautiful trees. we wa k, launching replenished our stores at a farm, and did not take long to go down this pretty little loch, with its thickly wooded banks. Entering the river and passing the Brig o’ ‘Turk, dinner was despatched. ‘This river, notwithstanding the heavy rains, had not very much water, and required boots and stockings off during water. then It was now getting late and we had where to try, and were successful. Just when landing on the beach past Brenachoil Lodge, the skipper of most visited the famous falls of Inversnaid, and 219 They told us here, thataroom might be got at the outside; the rain still continuing. We stayed at the hotel there, and in the evening the intervals when the rain cleared off, CANOEIST. of the way, otherwise it would impossible to get over the shallow Being a fine day, have been and wading was broken pleasant, and going down some swift parts stride legs across the deck was a delightful change, though there took a waik to the top of the hill to see what condition the roads were in, as we intended going was sometimes a chance of the after man being across to Stronachlachar next day. left behind. In the morning the canoes were got on to a cart to take them to the top of the hill, which is very steep, and we started immediately after the coach. When the summit was reached they were put on their own wheels to do Katrine. It the was tolerably good. right of the road. remaining four miles to Loch a hard Loch pull but Arklet is the road was passed on the This road journey passed off with very little incident till the loch was almost ‘There one of the Kelpie’s wheels came off as we were going rattling down the hill, and the axle got badly bent. Some time was lost looking for the washer and pin. We wheeled them along reached. the pier at Stronachlachar and launched on Loch Katrine, then as smooth as glass. There was also bright sunshine, making it very warm. Just round the point to the left we had our dinner, and the midges had theirs. At this spot the tin-opener was left behind. The cook blames somebody for this. 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