Classic Australian Wooden Power Boat Association

Hi Phil I like Buster from the pics and the prospect of building the engine is right down my ally - so to speak.
What size is Buster I cant see any specs in the forum pages - I guess 12 to 13 ft?
My problem is Im an old fat bastard 100kg and wonder if it might end up a a dredge.
I know before anyone chimes in it would be easier to lose 20kg
Seriously tho it seems you have increased the freeboard - would it be sensible to have a 100kg driver?

As an old skinny bastard in my skiff, sometimes I wish I was a fat bastard.
Ballast aint that bad.

Hi Will it is 13 feet 6 inches I'm also a fat bastard as you say 100kg the weight will be fine it wont end up a dredge if you need more info just email me apw_home@bigpond.com or call me on 0438135979. Thanks for the info Ray

I've got a skiff that's 13f 6 and I'm 115kg and its fine with the weight does handle know worries..
Darren

Phil looks like I had best plan a trip south - where are you / Buster located (town) also is the trailer registered and or roadworthy?
I can get a NSW travel permit if necessary.
Im tied up with some Sailing / charity stuff for next couple of weeks but hopefully clear after that
Mob# 0402111875 email kjleggott@hotmail.com

Good one Will. Welcome to the skiff club.
BobW

This is a great video on what the fuss is all about with a skiff. Think it's a Queensland Skiff so 202 Holden motor.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbba4dRe3-w

Bit premature Bob I haven't even seen it yet.
That vid could have frightened me off - I thought driving a race car was crazy enough

Just to let you all know Buster has been sold the new owner is picking it up in a couple of weeks. I will let the new owner let you know who he is Regards Phil

Congratulations, or maybe commiserations, Phil.