Simon found an older version of this boat back in the eighties and realized that its thousand-year-old design could be copied and preserved without too much difficulty. He measured it out in ’89 and Bill Nielsen lofted it and drew up the plans in ’91.
A Light and Elegant Tandem for Day Paddlers and Light Overnighters. Easily driven, with moderate rocker and good initial stability.
The Ashes Tandem Day is quick to come up to speed, she’s maneuverable, and she’s beautiful.
After reading Mike O’Brien’s review of Oonagh in WB No. 237, David Keller thought it was just the boat to fit his needs. He hadn't built a boat before, didn’t let that prevent him from ordering plans from Doug Hylan (http://www.dhylanboats.com).
WOODPECKER was purchased from the estate of Donald Holstein, who campaigned her in many Chicago and Port Huron to Mackinac races. She raced in the US One Ton and World One Ton championships in 1979 and 1980.
WOODPECKER is being fully restored by her new owner.
CHUBASCO was launched in 1939 for William L. Stewart, built by Wilmington Boat Works of California. Through three owners, she has been a major player in the Southern California racing scene. Her race record is extensive.
