After 20 great years with this solid and dependable boat it's time to move on, as business commitments mean I don't get out on the water enough to justify keeping her. Colvic Hull with the Sunbird rig designed by Alan Boswell. Great for single handing, and plenty of room for family cruising.
Sunbird rig new 1993 on the original fantastic aluminium mast. Beta 20 HP BD722 engine new 1998. New prop shaft and couplers 1998. Engine just recently serviced. New fuel pump. New Water pump and impeller. New electric bilge pump. Serviced manual bilge pump.
Encapsulated bilge keels (i.e.no keel bolts).
Simpson-Lawrence anchor winch with clutch.
Cooker, fridge, portapotti, charcoal heater.
Kittywake is dry and sound. The wooden rubbing strake is in need of attention, but while this is untidy it is not structural. Likewise the sail cover has seen better days, but still offers the UV protection so I keep it on despite the rather ragged look.
Can be seen at anchor at Ashlett Creek, Southampton Water.