PROGRESS CONTINUES
Aquila
Alan and Sarah Bennett
Thu 24 Apr 2008 21:51
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The last few days have kept me busy with umpteen
items being achieved. Today I have spent on the upper deck, bending
on the 135 genoa, and the cutter jib. All shackles are now moused, furling
gears lubricated, and genoa cars re-rigged (they had always been back to front
in my opinion). In addition, the deck level rigging fittings have all been
checked and moused etc - nothing untoward found, I'm pleased to
say.
Another major milestone achieved is the fitting of
the new spray dodger. It looks very smart, and should protect us
nicely. It also matches the new mainsail cover! The new sun awning
has also arrived, and has been trialled - fits perfectly, as does the wheel
cover. And to cap it all, cockpit winch covers - thank you Pippa for these
as my birthday present (but you have'nt seen the bill yet!). Picture does
not really do it all justice.
 Planning to go for a trial sail on Saturday - Dave
and Cat Prentice and family have kindly agreed to crew. Wind is forecast
to be a bit light, but better that than the other way round at this stage!
And on Sunday, Sarah arrives! That will be a major
milestone..............
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