Strip planked Fenwick Williams Catboat at Port Vincent Boat show

First Launch of Catboat – Bob “Rocky” O’Callaghan of Rockford’s Winery fame.

Sometimes it is best that the first launch is less public than a boat show. But it went fine!

Article on the building process and modification of the Fenwick Williams Catboat is here. Many simplifications were possible.

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Biggest single advantage is it becomes a reliable trailer boat without springing any leaks.