Jeff Beck

Jeff Beck

The Model Yachtsman and Canoeing Gazette: Volume 3, Issue 5 – May 1886

The Serpentine Club faced a significant challenge after losing its boat-house.
The Broughty Ferry Model Yacht Club held a successful 3-day exhibition in April.
Efforts are underway to raise £50 annually for a national challenge trophy.
Race results are included for various organizations, London M.Y.C., Kingston and Portsmouth clubs.
Illustrated sail plans for a Model Schooner and a Block Island Rig.
A lively debate among members regarding the merits of different measurement standards, such as the "1730" and "240" rules.

The Model Yachtsman and Canoeing Gazette: Volume 3, Issue 4 – April 1886

The importance of choosing suitable names for vessels.
"Main-Top" analyzes sailing on the Round Pond in Kensington Gardens.
Detailed sail plans and specifications for a 20-ton model schooner and a successful racing sloop from Lowestoft.
The formation of a new club at Trinity College, Dublin.
An ongoing appeal for subscriptions to fund a general annual competition trophy.

The Model Yachtsman and Canoeing Gazette: Volume 3, Issue 2 – February 1886

The growth of the Liverpool Model Yacht Club.
Formation of the "George" Model Yacht Club at the Round Pond in Kensington Gardens.
Debating rules of measurement.
A humorous yet practical account of the pitfalls of rebuilding old boats.
Updates on the American Canoe Association (A.C.A.)
Isolde: Detailed correspondence clarifies the dimensions of the 10-tonner.
Detailed sail plans for a Victoria Park Model.

The Model Yachtsman and Canoeing Gazette: Volume 3, Issue 1 – January 1886

A strong push for clubs to adopt Y.R.A. tonnage measurement.
British canoeing is "weak and ill," suffering from a lack of unity.
The appeal for a Challenge Trophy to act as a central goal for competitive model yachting.
"Buttercup" provides simple building instructions for beginners and a specific sail plan for a 10-ton cutter.
Milestones from the previous year.
The formation of several new clubs.
A specialized striped sail-cloth for models.

The Model Yachtsman and Canoeing Gazette: Volume 2, Issue 12 – December 1885

- Announces the creation of the Broughty Ferry Model Yacht Club at Claypots Ponds.
- Features a rebuttal to a correspondent named "Buttercup" from The Field regarding the Puritan vs. Genesta match.
- Provides detailed sail plans and advantages for Bermudian Cutter and Yawl rigs.
- 1886 Liverpool Exhibition: Details plans for the "Shipperies" exhibition.
- Covers recent match results from the Liverpool, Manchester, Serpentine, and Glasgow Model Yacht Clubs.

The Model Yachtsman and Canoeing Gazette: Volume 2, Issue 11 – November 1885

- Features a detailed article titled "Model Yacht Building for Beginners" by "Bunt," providing foundational instructions for novices in the hobby.
- Includes full-size body plans and sheer plans for a 10-ton model yacht, serving as a blueprint for builders of the era.
- Reports on the "Doings of the Clubs".
- Provides updates on canoeing items, correspondence, and a "Sale and Exchange".

The Model Yachtsman and Canoeing Gazette: Volume 2, Issue 10 – October 1885

- A contributor named "Rita" shares a modified rig designed for efficiency and simplicity, including details on combined halliards and down-hauls to reduce deck clutter.
- Describes a unique spinnaker "notion" for small canoes that uses a "figure 8" hook and a pointed boom.
- Technical advice is provided on topping lifts to prevent sails from falling overboard and reef-line setups that use double blocks at the foot of the mast for accessibility.
- A model builder named Mr. Farley received a cheque from the Crown after Buckingham Palace approved and purchased his six-foot superb model schooner for the Prince of Wales.

The Model Yachtsman and Canoeing Gazette: Volume 2, Issue 9 – September 1885

- Provides a detailed, numbered reference for the "Rigging of a Cutter," covering 43 specific components including halyards, stays, tackles, and sails (such as the spinnaker and topsail).
- Includes updates on club activities, yachting items, and canoeing news.
- Features sections for correspondence as well as "Sale and Exchange" for enthusiasts.