NSW
159 posts
Went for a walk this morning along Wollongong Harbour and see a stationary mast in the distance on the wrong side of the breakwall.
Heading over, it became evident that a Seawind 1000 has misjudged the leads coming in last night and was high'n'dry on the rocks.
I went over and spoke to te owner to render any assistance,but there was not much to do.
The port side stub keel and rudder have been both been broken off.
A crane has been organised and it will take a real big one to get the reach from the roadside.
Poor bugger has probably worked hard all his life for this yacht.
Very fortunate there is minimal swell today and should be able to save it.
NSW
23 posts
I was there as well saw the crane huge bugger getting it around that round about... insurance should cover this luckily no one killed or injured
QLD
2195 posts
thats a real shame. hope they can recoup/regroup
NSW
159 posts
I believe is was hauled out via a crane just before dark last night and now in a compound waiting assessment.
Apparently one of the outboards 'conked out' at the worst possible time, causing this event to happen.
This used to happen religiously on our old Noelex, generally whilst in close proximity of the rocks.
Ended up getting good at sailing up to the mooring.
Without mentioning makes, this Seawind also has the same type of 15hp motor as the one we had.
Because of this, we never ever pack away sheets, halyards or sails whether coming or going into any port under motor.
It really does pay to be able to hoist both sails in an instant to get out of trouble.
BTW-Happy Easter everyone!
