Done

Just like my apprenticeship, the Mermaid is done. Complete. Finito. Nothing left but the splash. Since it will be a whirlwind after the launch (moving back to Vermont Saturday and flying to Alaska on Sunday), you're going to have to settle for some landlocked pictures for now. I should have some pictures from the launch in September. Check back then. For those who remember last year's launch. . . this one should be a little better. Forecast is sunny, 85F, west wind 10 - 15. Since we are on an eastern shore, that means I should be able to sail here right off of the ramp.

First, a few more detail shots. I got the last pieces of the mast just in time. This is the jumper / forestay / jib halyard tang.


Here is the outhaul set up at the end of the boom and the main sheet blocks.


The cockpit layout facing forward. . .

And aft. . .


The curved, raked transom. Note the reflections in the paint. The boys did a good job finishing.


Finally, here she is. Mast stepped and all. Enough said. Enjoy the pictures.