The yacht handled beautifully, as far as I can tell having sailed only two other landyachts. I really like the steering setup, which was as per the plans (should have done it that way first time round). You know that Paul fella and comrades are some smart cookies.
Having the seat rest on the 'spine' of the chassis really helps for strength, and helps with the confidence (ie: less likely to break apart, or feels that way
). After a couple of flips onto its side I can say the seat did turn out strong enough (for now) and cheap 6mm 5ply from Home hardware appears to hold up to the rigors of sailing. I also like the seat backrest angle, although I have to do the seatbelt up tight as I push my body rearward a little too much. I must be getting excited and kicking outwards a bit
There are some decent beaches near port Fairy to landsail up and down. The best being Port Fairy itself but I found the wind always came parallel to it, so I did a bit of driving and found two beaches at Killarney that were better orientated. The two beaches are pictured above, both have vehicle access (boat launching access) and the best being the furthest east from the Killarney beach access road.
Other than that I think you all have read the story before. Great little yachts that feel a lot more exciting than their size suggests. Get out there and build one yourselves!!!
). Been searching for a new venue close by, will have to go for a drive sometime and ask around the farming properties with nice paddocks.
), and only came out with a seat full of sand and a slightly bent front seat mount.
