Tristar 24
I have put a deposit on a Horst Tristar 24, unseen as it is in Emsworth and I am near Fort William. It was a bargain I could not refuse.....hopefully.
She looks real sweet from the photo, and should make an easy conversion to junk rig. With luck I may be able to recoup most of the re rig cost from selling the existing rig.
Not sure what to go for, perhaps a copy of David’s wing, at 1.1t displacement not dissimilar. Otherwise something a bit more simple to do for my first project.
One issue, or opportunity for adventure is getting her up north. All being well, I take ownership on the 15 October, and can leave her on the present mooring until end of March. Should there be a good weather window the temptation would be to start the sail north soon, about 2 weeks going well, with the only overnight crossing the Bristol Channel.
If any members would like a sail, to experience the fun of a small, quick, multihull, though unfortunately the hassle of a BM rig, you will be more than welcome. I will probably do a day sail or two before either setting off or packing her up for winter. I intend to go up the Irish Sea, with short overnight stops. So lots of legs people can join for. I understand she is in good order, and well equipped, though I intend to get a life raft, and probably an extra anchor.
To keep more cash for the conversion, if anyone could help out with accommodation close to Emsworth (if I need an early train) or another close by train station, that would be appreciated. I also will have to get a pilot book and back up paper charts, which I am unlike to use again, but photo copies would suffice if anyone could help out.
So looking forward to my next big adventure, I have either got an amazing bargain, or have been rather reckless.....time will tell!