PEGGY BAWN is a rare thing indeed. The number of surviving vessels from pioneering Clydeside yacht designer George Lennox Watson’s lifetime (1851-1904) can be counted on a careless carpenter’s fingers. Long gone are his huge America’s Cup challengers and “Big Class” racing yachts, and only two of the fleet of palatial steam yachts – the superyachts of their day – from his Glasgow drawing boards are known to survive, in fabulous condition although barely recognisable from their original appearance. https://www.sandemanyachtcompany.co.uk/yacht/302/PEGGY%20BAWN It is left to PEGGY BAWN to carry the flame for Watson’s groundbreaking mid-1890s work in setting the standard for moderation in sailing yacht design, work that has never been challenged – only endorsed by those who followed his lead through the 20th century, especially Olin J. Stephens, who was a self-confessed Watson fan. PEGGY BAWN’s gilded “fiddle” bow was anachronistic even at her launching in 1894, partly a past fad, partly practical, undoubtedly beautiful – an interim stage in the development of extending immersed waterlines for faster sailing when heeled with a more buoyant hull – but it conceals the fact that when her award-winning restoration team began assessing what they’d found in a County Waterford hay barn in 2003, they quickly realised that the “numbers” – yacht designer speak for the various ratios that define a hull – were simply a scaled-down version of those for Watson’s famous royal racing cutter Britannia of 1893. Her name gave rise to the so called “Britannia Ideal”, as she was and is considered the epitome of sea kindliness. PEGGY BAWN's present owner can vouch for that from fourteen seasons of racing and cruising aboard her in northern and Mediterranean Europe, and east coast USA. PEGGY BAWN is quite simply the best behaved yacht any of them had had the pleasure to sail. And her rebuild and restoration set new standards for documentation and authenticity. She's special. #classicboat #sailboat #shortsfeed #sailing

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Sailing sunset en voilier Little boat ⛵🌅 Je ne vous partage pas encore de vidéos car j'ai toujours un problème avec l'ordi donc impossible de faire les montages pour le moment. #sailingboat #sailboat #sailingadventures

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Steam: http://store.steampowered.com/app/468240 Recored while playing VR Regatta - The Sailing game for HTC Vive. Music: http://www.bensound.com/

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Do You Square or Granny? The Resourceful Sailor www.sailingwithjosh.com Do you tie your shoes with a square bowknot or a granny bowknot?

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Experience the beauty of minimalism on the water with the Sea Piper 37! This boat showcases a stunningly simple helm that's designed with everything essential while cleverly hiding its secrets. The minimalist style not only enhances functionality but also elevates your boating experience. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or new to the marine world, the Sea Piper 37 is a must-see for anyone who values design and ease. Dive into the details and see how less truly can be more in the world of boating! #YachtTour #SeattleBoatShow #Adventure #YachtLens #Boating #BoatReview #Cruising #BoatLife #BoatTour #TrailerableTrawler #TrailerableBoat #SeaPiper37 #Trawler #MarineIndustry #Yachting #SeaPiper37 #BoatDesign #Minimalism #SailingLife #MarineStyle #BoatingCommunity #WeekendGetaway #shorts

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Sitting at 1228m above sea level, the impressive Makarska Skywalk allows you to take in the breathtaking views of the Biokovo Mountain Range, the surrounding islands, and even Italy on a clear day! This excursion includes your Biokovo Nature Park entrance, a guided tour of the park, a visit to the SkyWalk viewpoint, and a short hike around Vošac peak, which overlooks the Makarska riviera. After you’ve worked up an appetite, enjoy a ‘Taste of Dalmatia' plate to finish off your Makarska SkyWalk experience. To learn more about this optional excursion, visit our website below: https://www.sail-croatia.com/resources/sail-croatia-excursions

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