The Model Yachtsman and Marine Model Magazine: Volume 5, Number 4 – July 1932

Iu CL al ca7 AND MARINE “MODEL MAGAZINE VOL. 5. NO. blished 4. th JULY, Seventh of each Month, Editorial … 63 On Spinnakers 64 Suggestions for Experiments with Running Sails 65 The Ship at Sea 67 News of the Little Ships … 69 Our Scottish Page 75 International Power Boat Regatta s 77 A Model acditativads’ss- Holiday 80 Racing Classes for Juniors 82 Death of Norman L. Skene 82 Racing Model Clippers 83 Using the Braine Gear Correspondence ery)| DEES ARPORGREMUSFACEARULETATUL LVRS VT pppyres: Peas THE MODEL GOLDEN YACHTSMAN HOUSE, GT. AND MARINE PULTENEY MODEL STREET, MAGAZINE, LONDON, W.1. 1932 July 1932 Yachtsman The Model MODEL SAILING CRAFT BY W. J. DANIELS and H. B. TUCKER, With a preface by C. N. Forge, Hon. Secretary, The Model Yachting Association. This will be the for many years Rules; Designing; Handling ; Club Measurement; standard to come. text-book Building and and Regatta Construction Fore-and-aft on model sailing Subjects dealt with include: Rigs Equipment; Organisation ; of a and Skiff for Square craft Rating Tuning-up Methods Model and of Sailing ; Riggers. FIRST PRESS OPINION “No model yachtsman need in future complain that he subject is unable to obtain connected with book ean be thoroughly aspiring to man. become the information the sport, and recommended complete on any the whole to anyone model yachts- It is a most interesting and valuable book, on which the authors are to be congratulated….. This is a book that should be in the possession of everyone who is interested in the sport.”-—A. C. DAVISON in “The Model Yachtsman.” Obtainable from the Offices of “The Model Yachtsman,” all Bookshops and Libraries, or direct from the Publishers. Crown 4to., 260 pages, 67 illustrations, 163 Diagrams and Folding Plates. 25s. net; postage 9d. Detailed prospectus sent free or application to the Publishers. CHAPMAN & HALL, LTD., II HENRIETTA ST., LONDON, W.C.2 In replying to Advertisers, please mention. THE MODEL YACHTSMAN,. THE MODEL AYACHTSMAN / eo _ \. – a“ – a“ > -> – — = AND MARINE MODEL MAGAZINE Vol. 5. No. 4. JULY, 1932. EDITORIAL. HIS is the first number at our new price of sevenpence, and we hope that readers of all sections will think that the value is good. As a matter of fact, we have included rather more than even the increased price justifies in the hope that the clubs will accord us even better support than in the past. We have asked the clubs associated to the Model Yachting Association to give us at least 500 more readers before the end of the present volume, but so far the response has not come up to our hopes. magazine, but We are aiming at a We have not had any news lately about the progress of the formation of an International Model Power Boat Association, but at all events we have had a very satisfactory International Model Power Boat Regatta on June 19th. By special arrangement we have included a full account in this number. May we once more ask our model power boat friends to help us to give them a really useful section in this Magazine ? we obviously cannot do it unless We have to relate a sad misfortune. we have more support than ever before. for reproduction of his celebrated model “ Phoenix ”’ not even yet appreciated the importance of the model marine movement. Our contemporary, the (10-rater) when he had the misfortune to upset his So was lost many ink bottle over the drawing. Daily Mail, gets quite a few enquiries about model hours’ labour and all chance of including this most yachting, and we went so far as to offer to supply interesting them with accurate news and technical information copy of Model Sailing Craft by the publishers, but we have not seen a review published by this paper so far. The obvious course is, however, for all model marine enthusiasts to support their own paper— tke only paper in the world that is entirely devoted design in our present number. Mr. Steinberger is now at work on a fresh tracing, which provided it was duly acknowledged to ZINE. The Daily Mail was also sent a review Our friend, Mr. O. Steinberger, was just completing the tracing It is a curious thing that the daily press have THE MODEL YACHTSMAN AND MARINE MODEL MAGA- Contributions and regular notes from clubs are needed. first-class | we hope to publish in our Special September _ Tae Preparations for our Special September Number are well in hand, and we hope to give our readers a very fine number. In fact, we are sparing no pains to make this the best number we have ever had. This shilling number is, of course, included in the subscription rate of seven shillings without to model marine matters, and caters for every side extra charge, and further subscribers now get their ot model marine work. magazines sent to them post free. The Model Yachtsman 64 July 19382 ON SPINNAKERS. By Expvon H. TrRIMMINGHAM. As most of our readers are aware, races for the British American Cup for the 6-metres class are being held in the Solent on July 18th and subsequent dates. The American team, consisting of **Nancu,’ “Bob Kat,” “Jill” and “Lucy,” visited Bermuda to compete for the Prince of Wales’ Challange Cup in April. Bermuda was represented by two two-years-old 6-m., “Viking” and “Achilles.” Of these the former was skippered by her owner, the famous Bermudian yachtsman, Eldon H. Trimmingham. In the interesting article printed below, Mr. Trummingham gives an account of the new forms of spinnaker, backed by practical experience of them. It will be noticed that he modestly ascribes his wctory to his parachute spinnaker. Nevertheless, in the two races she led the fleet home. We observe that the published accounts state that “Viking” worked into the lead beating :o windward. We have no doubt, however, that added to Mr. Trimmingham’s handling his parachute did help “Viking” to win the Prince’s Cup for our oldest Colony. Her club mate ‘Achilles’ finished fourth.” rm experience with model yachts is so limited that I feel to tally unqualified to ventureany suggestions as to their sails or the way they are handled. From what I have seen of them, model yachts perform better with their skippers ashore than do many yachts with their skippers and crews on board. The use of spinnakers on yachts gives, of course, much more scope for experiment than would be possible on models, and I therefore feel that the ** Circus Tent,’’ which has been in use in the United States during the last two years, and the so-called . “* Parachute,” which is now being experimented with, would be almost impossible on a model. In order to keep these sails drawing properly, it is necessary to have at least two experienced light sail men constantly at it trimming sheets, and in puffy, variable winds it is quite difficult. The “Circus Tent” type of spinnaker used on the American Sixes is generally 6 to 8 feet longer than the height of the fore triangle and from 30 to 45 feet on the foot. They are very full at the head and are pleated or sewn on the headboard in tucks. These sails are effective in moderate or fresh breezes only, as it is necessary to have sufficient force of wind to lift the sail clear of the water. It is impossible to use this sail effectively with a permanent headstay, and it is therefore necessary either to use jumper stays instead of a headstay, or to slack away the headstay when running. This type of spinnaker, due to its enormous area, is very effective, but it seems to be of little use except when running dead before the wind. It is impossible to see under it, and in my opinion the lower 15 ft. of the sail is acting as a depressant and is therefore counteracting the lifting effect of the upper portion. Added to all this, it is a most difficult sail to set, and a nightmare when in close quarters with other boats. (W. M. Bolder), started no less than fifty-two times and won sixteen blue ribands. Altogether fifty-seven boats took part in the series, and thirty-eight of them have been placed at least minutes to complete. once. D. J. B. ing was almost impossible CITY OF BIRMINGHAM M.Y.C. Club’s open race for 10-raters was be imagined. In the end, after several changes of position, “ Aolus’ won, the second and third boats being “Sylvia” and “ Ethel,” two new models built by their owners which were sailing their maiden races. ‘‘ Holus’’ (T. Spenlove); 2nd, 3rd, “* Ethel” (A. Cham- whilst three points behind these * Auderny,” “ Drusilla” and ‘‘ Holus” tied for fourth position. The winner is owned by Mr. E. B. Savage (Birmingham M.Y.C.) and was sailed by Messrs. A. C. Thompson and R. B. Fitter. This is the second time she has won this trophy. The tie for second place resulted in “ Venus ”’ winning the sail-off. Leech), H. Radcliffe), ‘* Enchan- ** Peter’? (F. Tatlow). held Parks Committee of the City Council arranged for a band to be in attendance on the Monday afternoon, and through the Park Staff met all the club’s suggestions to make the meeting the success it was. How close the racing was may be judged from the score-sheet, but eventually the McDonald Trophy was won by “ Sandrova” by three points from ‘‘ Sandragon,” and ‘‘ Venus’ which tied for place, When it is mentioned that wind is about three minutes, the conditions can well tress’ (E. at Whitsuntide at Salford Park, Astcn, the McDonald Trophy being the principal prize. The second Sail- prevailing the usual time taken to sail a board in a fair reaching Result :—Ist, The the conditions, and one board actually took seventeen “ Sylvia” (L. Oakley): bers), ‘‘ Proteous”’ (T. IN THE MIDLANDS. under Of the three boats that tied for fourth prize, “* Aolus ” did not take part in the sail-off owing to her owner having to leave before this was taken, and of the other two ‘* Auderny ~ proved the winner. The results were :—Ist, “Sandrova’ (E. B. Savage, Birmingham M.Y.C.), 27 pcints; 2nd, LONDON JOTTINGS. FOREST GATE M.Y.C. The club’s 10-rater race for medals presented by Mr. J. H. Scrutton was held on May 2Ist, and attracted fifteen starters: Of these two were Highgate boats and the rest from the home club, Result :—* Silver King” (R. Edmunds), 22 points ; * Peggy * (T. Williamson), 21; ‘‘ Nippy” (C. E. Hodges), 20. Also sailed:—‘‘Superb” (J. E. . Cooper), 18; “ White Heather” (8. C. Stock), 17; “ Bertha” (F. Snow, Highgate), 16; ‘‘ ITwunda ” (Miss Cissie Harmer), 16; “ Nirvana” (B. Whitcomb, Highgate), 14; ‘ Meteor” (H. W. Apling), 14; ‘Vim IT.” (N. Boardman), 14; “ Elf” (E. Robertson), 10; ‘‘ Aida” (A. Carter), 10; ‘ Wayfarer”’ (G. E. Johnson), 8; ‘“‘ Diana” (H. A. M. Levy), 6; “Tern” (W. F. Harrison), 4. The 0.0.D. was Mr. W. Kingsmill; Umpires, Messrs. H. G. Howard and E. Smith ; Starters and Scorers, Messrs. W. R. Johnson and J. Gow, assisted by Mr. G. A. Piper. H.-W. A. STAL»“8ROMP(Z)din,e61uop’D%.24asVygqwm SurpvoyWAZ]07GYD}SfepouUl|.9%d>»(6)Oqry,21.ePTUAL()tourqy,“pin).PLeoH,(61 July 19 32 And Marine Model Magazine. 73: oy*,s0waYidqg ;I‘cUs.H(,A“uoPO6re9zfngZp)E] July 1932 The Model Yachtsman 74 On the Sunday afternoon, most of the competitors took part in a sweepstake race, and the 0.0.D. was inveigled into sailing an A-class model ! W. J. E. PIKE, 0.0.D. Mrs. Workman, the donor of the Cup, saying how sorry she was that an important engagement else- where prevented her attending in person to hand the Cup to the winner. W. F. S.M.Y.U. The Southern Model Yachting Union 10-rater Championship was sailed at Poole on the morning of May 16th. The event attracted five boats from Weymouth M.Y.C., five from Southampton and two from the Poole M.Y.C. The winner was *“ Coquette > (W. S. Read, P.M.Y.C.), 32 points ; followed by “ Janet” (H. Garland, W.M.Y.C.), 30; “‘ Princess May” (F. “Lady Vi” (H. Humphreys, 8.M.Y.C.) and Sexton, S.M.Y.C.), 26. The 0.0.D. was Mr. Cuthbert G. Paine, who was assisted by Master Alfred Clarke as Scorer and Judge. The three clubs raced in the afternoon for the Clivedon Cup with teams of three boats each. Scoring was fairly level through three rounds, Poole and Southampton making 40 points each, and Weymouth 28. In the final round Poole scored 16, Southampton 14 and Weymouth 6, thus leaving the Cup in the possession of the Poole M.Y.C. W. F. B. GOSPORT M.Y.C. The annual race for the “ Nyria’’ Cup at Gosport Model Yacht Lake produced entries from Bournville, Y.M.6-m.0.A., Portsmouth and South- sea, and Gosport Clubs, and eight boats started in a good breeze. Some very good sailing was witnessed, the race being won by “‘ Dawn ”’ (W. Davey, Bournville M.Y.C., sailed by Mr. Jones, of Gosport M.Y.C.) with 31 points, followed by “ Herald” (A. Gosnell, Y.M.6-m.0.A.), 27; and “Shannon” (H. G. Pyne, Portsmouth and Southsea M.Y.C.) tied for third place with “‘ Iolanda”’ (W. Shell, Portsmouth and Southsea M.Y.C.) with 20 each, the former winning by a narrow margin after an exciting resail. Other scores were:—‘‘ Molly Bawn ” (W. Baker, Gosport M.Y.C.), 16; “‘ Miss Hazel” (T. Joyner, Gosport M.Y.C.), 16; Greville, Y.M.6-m.0.A.), 8; (W. Cains, Gosport M.Y.C.), 2. Commodore (Alderman On May 16th a full day’s racing for the A-class took place on the famous Gosport Pond. There was a strong 8.W. wind straight down the lake, and the sport was witnessed by a large number of spectators. Result :—‘“‘ Flame” (A. Jones), 41 points; “Shannon” (H. G. Pyne), 38; ‘* Molly Bawn ” (W. Baker), 30; “ Dawn” (W. H. Davey), 26; “Folly I.” (J. Read), 22; “Sylvia” (A. J. Hugo), 21; “Joan” (H. Pallet), 16; “ Hazel” (T. Joyner), 13; ‘‘ Kingfisher” (R. Mares) and “ Rycliffe ’ (W. Cains), 12. The O.0.D. was Mr. W. Halliday; Umpires, Mr. W. Shell and Lt. Cdr. Behenna; Starter, Mr. J. Read. The monthly club Points Race on May 2lst attracted seven A-class entries and resulted :— ** Tolanda ”’ (W. Shell, Portsmouth & Solent M.Y.C.), 20 points ; ‘‘ Hazel” (T. Joyner, Gosport M.Y.C.), 16; “ Rycliffe”’ (W. Cains, Gosport M.Y.C.), 13; “Shannon” (H. G. Pyne, P. & S.M.Y.C.), 15; ** Joan”’ (H. Pellat, G.M.Y.C.), 7; “ Folly IL.” (J. Read, G.M.Y.C.), Baker, G.M.Y.C.), 19. Umpire and Mr. W. Scorer. E. W. Lapthorn, J.P.) expressed the thanks of the Club to the Mayor, saying how keenly he always supported the efforts of the Club, and thanked the Officer of the Day (Mr. W. Arberry) and his assistants (Messrs. Behenna, Baird, Williams, Halliday and Lyne) for their efficient management of the racing, and also extended a hearty welcome to the members of visiting clubs. A telegram was received from 15; ‘Molly Bawn” (W. Pay Cdr. Behenna acted as Halliday was Starter and A be he “* Modesty ” (Dr. and “ Ryecliffe” At the conclusion of the racing the Cup and prizes were presented by His Worship the Mayor of Gosport (Councillor C. E. Davis, J.P.), who congratulated the winners and said that although he was sorry the Cup had left Gosport, he was pleased to think it was a Gosport skipper and mate who were responsible for the Cup changing hands. The A race for the A-class was held on May 14th, when there were ten starters. Result :— Ist, “Flame” (A. Jones), 38 points; 2nd, ‘“ Dawn” (W. Davey); 3rd, “Sylvia” (A. J. Hugo). The 0.0.D. was Mr. W. Halliday ; Umpire, Pay Lt. Cdr. W. F. Behenna; and Scorer, Mr. Sheldon. “sat ISLE OF WIGHT. EAST COWES M.Y.C. Although the club has only been formed a year, it is making good progress, and the membership has risen from eleven to twenty-three during the last two months. The season opened on March 28th, when a race meeting was held, the winners being :—3.0 p.m. race, “Challenger’’ (M. Moncaster); 3.30 p.m. race, ‘““XPDNC” (R. Martin); 4.0 p.m. race, ** XPDNC ” (R. Martin). On April 23rd a further series of races was held, resulting :—2.30 p.m., “ Margarita” (L. Lobb); 3.0 p.m., “ Challenger ” (M. Moncaster) ; 3.30 p.m., “ Erin’? (E. Morey); 4.0 p.m., “ Bonzo” (D. Martin). July 1932 And Marine Model Magazine. 75 Another meeting was held on May 14th, when the The club would like to know of a club in the winners were :—2.30 p.m., “‘ Margarita ”’ (L. Lobb) ; vicinity with whom a few inter-club matches might 3.0 p.m., ‘‘ Challenger *” (M. Moncaster) ; 3.30 p.m., be “Pip” (W. Parsons); Martin). 4.0 p.m., ‘ Bluebird” (R. water is not deep enough for very large boats, so Daring these last two races points were awarded boats much more than 48 inches overall cannot be used. Any club that would like to meet the club’s towards a trophy presented by Mr. 8S. E. Saunders, O.B.E., who has become an Hon. Member of the Club. A Shield has also been presented by Mr. E. arranged. Unfortunately, the club’s sailing invitation is requested to communicate with the Hon. Secretary, D. A. Hart, “St. Mervyn,” York Avenue, East Cowes, 1.0.W. D. A. H. Morey, the Commodore, and Mr. D. A. Hart, the HE season in Scotland marches steadily onward and racing functions have provided several most interesting and enjoyable contests, despite somewhat cold and inclement weather conditions. On May 14th we had the pleasure of participating in the official opening of Stewarton Playing Fields and Model Yacht pond by Provost Mackie. A e- considerable number of the general public attended notwithstanding the counter attraction of an ancient fair and show occurring on the same date, and evinced sustained interest in the proceedings throughout the afternoon. The Provost in a few introductory remarks gave a brief résumé of the inception and carrying out of the scheme which had involved an expenditure of about £3,000, and formally declared the Pond and Playing Fields ~ open. We were called upon to give a short address following the Provost’s speech, and were glad to take the opportunity of congratulating the local Council on the enterprise, which we have no doubt will provide its own justification in the near future. An exhibition regatta, provided by members of the Kilmarnock Club, was favoured by ideal weather conditions. A steady breeze and bright sunshine enhanced the beauty of the scene, and the models provided an attractive picture on the sparkling waters. Race for juniors resulted in a win for “Caryl” (Master G. Corder), with full points. A display by power boats filled in an interlude in the proceedings very acceptably. Ten models competed in the 12-metres race, and after eight full rounds had been completed the result was declared as :—lst, “ Cyd’ (C. Roxburgh, junior), 32 points ; 2nd, ‘“‘ Ace”? (G. Roxburgh), 28; 3rd, “ Tern” (R. Roxburgh), 27. Councillor the Rev. W. Falconer Ogilvie, B.D., presided over tea and the presentation of prizes, and gave an address which was very much appreciated. Other speakers included Messrs. Bodie, J. Watson, Captain Auld and the Scottish Secretary. It is perhaps worthy of comment that ol mid > = > SITTERS To =“) Our Scottish Page ines Hon. Secretary. the three 12-metres winners com- prise an uncle and two nephews, and that among the other competitors were a father and grandfather, also Roxburghs. Model yachting is evidently hereditary in Kilmarnock. Gourock opened their season on May 7th in exceptionally fine weather conditions, and the function was attended by a gratifying concourse of the general public and supported wholeheartedly by the model yachtsmen of the neighbouring Clydeside clubs. The Gourock Secretary, Mr. Peter T. Jones, introduced Judge Mrs. Young, who performed the opening ceremony, with a few gallant remarks. Mrs. Young expressed her pleasure at the large gathering present, which augured well for the attraction the sport of model yachting held for both young and old—or should we say less young? She wished the Club a successful season, and proceeded to unfurl the flag. The old *“Genista ’’ took the waters carrying the opening gun. An inter-club regatta, in which members from the various clubs in the district competed, completed the afternoon’s proceedings. The important Robertson Cup Race for 6-metres models has taken place, by courtesy of the Dennistoun Club, at Alexandra Park, Glasgow, on May 28th. A larger number of entrants appeared than have materialized on previous occasions—testimony to the growing interest in this class—and representatives from nine clubs competed, the models We regret this contest still numbering fifteen. fails to produce any challengers from our friends outside Scotland, but still hope that eventually this race will become an international one. The trophy is a most handsome one with great traditions, and is well worthy of becoming the Blue Riband of the 6-metres class. Twelve full rounds were sailed under beating conditions, although frequently the course was really a reach owing to the wind veering, and sailing covered a period of 76 The Model 63} hours. The sailing was exceedingly keen, and the result in doubt up to the very end. In fact, a prominent model yachtsman has remarked to us that he had never seen models better handled, or sailing closer or cleaner. This remark has our full concurrence. The race practically ran itself, and our duties were a sinecure. We have pleasure in congratulating all the competitors on their fine dis-. play of the true sporting spirit. In the early stages the holder, ‘ Adapta,” together with ‘* Agnes,” Victoria Club, and the two West of Scotland boats “Uranus”? and ‘Edna,’ with ‘‘ Zoraide”’ of Inverleith, were running neck and neck for the honours, the leadership changing from round to round. Finally ‘“ Zoraide”’ and “ Edna” had to sail a board to decide second-and third places, and the result was declared :—Robertson Cup and First Prize, “‘ Uranus”’ (J. Livingston, W. of Scotland), 42 points; 2nd prize, “ Zoraide”’ (Commodore A. L. White, Inverleith), 40; and 3rd prize, “ Edna”’ (G. Rodrick, W. of S8.), 4). “‘ Adapta”’ finished with 38, “ Agnes” 36, “Owl” (Elder Park) 34, sufficient evidence of the keen run of the sailing. We had the help of Mr. P. McLellan as Judge, with Mr. J. Hunter as starter, together with the officials of the S.M.Y.A. as Umpires, and have to thank these gentlemen for their efficient assistance. We were particularly pleased at the great effort on the part of “ Zoraide”’ in the Robertson Cup. This model is the property of Mr. A. L. White, Commodore of the Inverleith Club and ViceCommodore of the Scottish Association, and sailed very consistently throughout. We observed this also when she competed at Perth. She experienced a little of the proverbial hard luck or otherwise might conceivably have lifted the Cup herself. However, this is all in the game, and with a little more tuning up we predict greater success for her. On her showing she is quite a potential winner of Yachtsman July 1932 the M.Y.A. Championship at Fleetwood if it is possible for her to go forward to this event. Pardon, we mean so far as Scotland is concerned; perhaps our English friends may draw issue on this point. If so, so much the better. Mr. A. L. White is our new Scottish Vice-Commodore, and on our invitation briefly addressed the gathering at Alexander Park., He-bas an -easy, fluent flow of language. and gives promise of becoming a valuable assistance in all the affairs of the Association. We welcome his advent and appreciate his collaboration in our functions. The Scottish A-class Club held a race at Dumbarton on June 4th, Mr. A. Sharp’s “‘ Hey Mac ” taking the honours. It is a matter for regret that this class does not make more rapid headway in Scotland, but the present owners are certainly enthusiasts, and provide an excellent nucleus from which we hope there will eventually spring a strong fleet of the international class. The W. of 8. Club race for the ‘‘ Caleutta ” Cup has unfortunately not yet been completed, owing to poor winds prevailing on the two dates already allotted to it, and it is necessary to continue the contest on yet another later date. The club recently staged a point-to-point race for the ‘‘ wee sixes.” This is an innovation for the ‘‘ West,” and we regret we were unable to be present. We under- stand, however, that it was quite a success, although handicapped by light wind and that the experiment will be repeated. Elder Park open regatta for 12-metres passed off very successfully on May 21st. This is always an enjoyable social gathering to which we look forward, and we were disappointed that other matters prevented our being present on this occarion. We hope to remedy the omission later in the season. Tue ScorrisH,ComMopore. A GREAT LITTLE VESSEL. The ‘Eileen O’Boyle’’ (D. J. Boyle), with 30-sails up. Three times holder of Scarborough M.Y.C. Challenge Trophy. ~I ~l And Marine Model Magazine. July 1932 MODEL POWER BOAT ASSOCIATION’S INTERNATIONAL REGATTA AT VICTORIA PARK, JUNE 19t. HE Association were favoured with beautiful weather for their regatta on June 19th, which started at 11.30 a.m. with the International Race. In this event the holder of the M.P.B.A. Challenge Cup, the French ace, M.G.M. Suzor, was opposed by some of the fastest of the British model speed boat men. One of the first boats away was one of Mr. Cowper Essex’s * Pixies.” This is a boat with three planes of a very peculiar hull form. The shape of the boat and her peculiar hopping progression reminded one of a gigantic blue grasshopper. She stopped on each of her runs. She was followed by * Sez-U,” belonging to Mr. Sharpe, of the South London Club. This boat ran remarkably steadily, taking a low planing angle, and put up the good time of 40.78 secs. for the five-lap (500 yards) course, giving a speed of 25.25 m.p.h. * Black Bug” (Mr. A. Evans, South London) followed, but made a bad start with a slack line and capsized immediately she felt the check of the line. Another South London boat, ‘ Babs,” followed, but stopped. Mr. A. Turner, Hon. Secretary of the South London Club, followed with his ** S64.°° This boat has a nice hull, and can always be relied upon to run steadily. She completed the five-lap course in 49 secs., looking as if she could continue to travel indefinitely at the same speed, which works out at 20.5 m.p.h. Mr. Porter’s boat makes a good run at 25 m.p.h. * Babs” took her second run next and again failed. She was followed by Mr. Buckley’s (South London) ‘‘ 84,” which also:started-with a slack line and capsized before the half-lap buoy was reached. Mr. W. Oakley, of the South London Club, followed with **S25.° The boat ran the first two laps at a very moderate speed and then appeared to realise that she was supposed to be racing and speeded up. We formed the idea that her time of 50.71 secs. was a poor indication of her real form. The next competitor was “ Bulrush IV.” (Mr. Noble, Bristol). This boat has a hull that does not plane steadily and she bumped rather badly, but nevertheless completed the course in 53.4 secs. She was not fitted with a knock-off switch, and in consequence had to be allowed to run until the petrol was exhausted. Pursuing her own way in this fashion, the boat evidently mistook the race for an endurance contest as she ran‘no less than sixteen complete laps, or the best part of a mile, before she came to a standstill. “Kole” (M. Marechal, of the Canot ‘Club, Bayonne) started next but failed to complete the course. M. Marechal in spite of his youth is well known in France as an outboard motor racer. He was badly handicapped because the new plugs required for his engine had failed to arrive. Mr. T. Ford (S. London) then put up a nice steady run, completing the course in 43.81 gees, (23.5 m.p.h.). ‘‘SPEEDY,”’ (A. Harris), makes the best run of the day at 28 m.p.h. 78 The Model July 19382 Yachtsman The second French competitor, M. Pierrugues, then ran his well-known ‘“ Miyou II.” Like (if L.C. with a cylinder capacity not over 50 c.c.). This race is over three laps (300 yards). M. Suzor, M. Pierrugues favours tke two-stroke, and his engine was beautifully tuned, but the propellor does not seem to suit. The hull is also a splendid specimen of building, but the balance between the planes does not seem quite correct and she bumped badly. She slowed down after about a The first run was made by Mr. Jepson, of South London, but his boat only developed a very moderate speed. ‘ Pixie VI.”’ (Mr. Cowper-Essex, Fleetwood M.Y. & P.B.C.), then started but sank. She was followed by a flash steam boat, “ Phoenix,” which proceeded gently about five yards and sank. lap and eventually her owner stopped her. The French holder of the World’s model petrol boat record, M. Suzor, then started up but had the misfortune to knock his propeller and bend it. Whilst M. Suzor was effecting repairs to ‘‘ Nickie Il.,”’ Mr. Porter, of the Victoria M.S.C. and Farnborough M.P.B.C., made a capital run, doing the five laps in 41.23 secs., a speed of 25 m.p.h. Another steam boat “ Ifit IJ.’’ (Mr. Cockman, Victoria) followed. She ran her first lap well, but then seemed to lose steam and slowed right down. The hull ran excellently. Her time for the three laps was 37.02 secs. Mr. Turner’s boat then put up a very nice performance, making a remarkably steady run in 25.1 secs. (24.3 m.p.h.). was running capitally but unfortunately she started The next boat to run was Mr. Fisher’s (flash steam), but she bumped badly and also failed to with a slack line and capsized as she tightened it. hold her head of steam. In this accident she broke her connecting rod, which M. Pierrugues next came to the line but failed. He was followed by Mr. Dunn (Cardiff), who made a good run in the time of 31.3 secs. His boat is fitted with a very fine engine, a three-cylinder job, that should be capable of doing still better. M. Suzor then started ‘“* Nickie II.” Her engine naturally prevented her from having a second run. In spite of (or, rather, we should say because of) his misfortune, M. Suzor, however, gave us the privilege of witnessing another exhibition, one of imperturbable good sportsmanship. Mr. A. Harris, of the Victoria aud Farnborough Clubs, then gave us the best show of the day with ““Speedy.”’ This boat has a good engine and a really excellent hull. She has a low planing angle, and simply skims along with the steadiness of a train on rails. Most model power boats, even when they accomplish good performances, give one the impression that they are pushed to the limit of their stability and would capsize with the least fraction more speed, but Mr. Harris has the knack of designing a hull that runs without fuss and retains its stability at any speed of which his engines are capable. His run was accomplished in 36.77 secs., giving an approximate speed of 28 m.p.h. The French second string, took her other run, oiling. Mr. Evans “ Miyou but cut out then took II.,” then through over- his second run, which brought the race to a conclusion. The result was accordingly :—Ist, ‘‘ Speedy ” (Mr. Harris, Victoria and Farnborough), 36.77 secs. (28 m.p.h.); 2nd, ““Sez-U” (Mr. E. Sharp, South London), 40.78 secs. (25.25 m.p.h.). At this point the luncheon interval was taken during which there was a Grand Parade of boats other than speed craft. Liners, men-of-war, tugs and other prototype craft were well represented in this, and the little craft made a pretty picture as they steamed about the lake. After lunch the Speed Championship Competition was held, but whereas in the International Race the boats must be internal combustion engined craft, with a cylinder capacity not exceeding 30 c.c. and a weight not exceeding 16 lIbs., the Speed Championship was open to any boat not over 16 lbs. weight, with steam, electric or I.C. engines Her time was 55 secs. ‘“ Phcenix ”” (Mr. Best, South London) repeated her performance and again sank gently. The world’s record of speed for a model power boat is held by Mr. A. H. Clifford, but his record breaker ‘‘ Chatterbox’? was broke adrift from the line. wrecked when she On this occasion he had his new boat out, and there was great eager- ness to see whether he would be able to equal his own record of 43 m.p.h. The boat started away at a terrific speed and did one lap at a speed far in excess of anything else we witnessed on this occasion, but unfortunately she then turned over and sank. ‘Speedy ” (Mr. Harris) then put up another excellent run, taking 23 secs. (26.35 m.p.h.). Messrs. Skingley’s well-known “ Cissie V.” (Victoria M.S.B.C.) then started, but cenked out on her first lap. She was apparently not getting enough ‘juice’ as she sounded starved. This concluded the competition, the results of which were :—st ‘‘ Speedy” (Mr. A. Harris, Victoria and Farnborough), 23 secs. (26.35 m.p.h.); 2nd, “S64” (Mr. A. Turner, South London), 25.1 secs. (24.3 m.p.h.). In the short interval before the Relay Race, Mr. Oakley gave an exhibition run with “$25.” His boat planed at a nice angle and ran remarkably steadily. Her time for three laps was 23.4 secs. (26.22 m.p.h.). The Relay Race was between the Farnborough and Victoria Clubs. Each boat was represented by two boats, each of which had to do ten laps carrying a favour. On the first boat finishing, she was stopped and the favour transferred to the second boat, which then made her distance. The Farnborough Club started first, but Mr. Bayley’s And Marine Model Magazine. 79 WW July 1932 The new ‘‘Chatterbox”’ turns turtle at the end of one lap. Note the clouds of spray and steam through which her propeller can just be seen. boat which had the first ten laps stopped no less than five times, with the result that the Victoria Club won easily. There was a Nomination Competition for the ladies, in which prizes were given for the two nearest estimates of the times taken by the winner of the Speed Championship. These were won by Mrs. Oakley and Mrs. Tucker. At the conclusion of racing, prizes were presented On the whole, the meeting was disappointing, as speeds attained were considerably below those of previous events. One prolific source of failure was starting boats with a slack line. It would also seem that there is still room for considerable improvement in hull design. One or two boats ran very steadily at a low planing angle, but many bumped badly and showed lack of stability. We are inclined to think that the eventual solution will be found in a return to the multi-step craft with by Mr. Pierson, assisted by Mr. R. Jackson. Mr. Pierson then addressed the meeting, congratulating the winners and commiserating with the French comparatively low steps, and this opinion was con- representatives on heads firmed in a recent conversation with one of the of a well-known uw their bad luck. Grand parade of craft other than speed-boats. firm who specialise in 80 The Model building full-size hydroplanes. The speed-length ratio of models is far higher than that of full-sized boats, and therefore the problem is even more acute and difficult to solve. One advantage that the multistep boat would appear to have theoretically is that whilst the reduction in displacement would be the same approximately, the planing waterline would be longer, which should make for greater stability. Against this there might be rather more wetted surface. However, the matter is one for experiment. July 19382 Yachtsman It is interesting to add that the fastest runabout in the world, a 27ft. 6in. boat with a 500 h.p. Napier Lion engine, is a British product and her designer, Mr. H. Scott Paine, has given her a multistep hull. This boat is not a racing machine but a yacht’s tender carried in davits. Her speed is nearer 70 knots than 60. “a When taking our leave of M. Suzor, we commiserated with him on his bad luck, but he smiled and said, *‘ Wait till next time ! ” A MODEL YACHTSMAN’S HOLIDAY. By E.E.M. EING fortunate enough to have one’s own choice of a holiday, we naturally thought of pastures new and, of course, places where model yachtsmen might be found. The Isle of Man via Liverpool and Fleetwood home was the first idea, then the Western Hebrides via Glasgow, and lastly Southern Ireland via Cork. This latter we did not know well, so a bee line was made for Stanfords, and after pulling the roll map down No. 20 was asked for.