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Photo copyright Chris Perkins. No unauthorised use
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This traditional 15ft double ender, adapted from a Norwegian sjekte design by Viking Boats, was launched in the spring. She’ll be used on Loch Torridon for sailing and rowing.
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Photo copyright Chris Perkins. No unauthorised use
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Photo copyright Chris Perkins. No unauthorised use |
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With two aboard she rows well, and with her ballast fitted will sail beautifully |
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Steaming in the timbers for the 15ft sjekte. The heavy wooden floors give her added strength and support the slatted floorboards.
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This little 8ft plywood tender has a detachable stern box so she will store on the foredeck of a 25ft Vertue. She is adapted from Classic Boat’s Tippy design by John Westell.
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The 15ft sjekte’s slatted deck, resting on the floors. The rig is standing lug. |
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Based on a Norwegian design, the 15-footer seems to have taken on a more Scottish flavour.
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