TIM MAUSER

Congratulations Norm: Hope you have an excellent launch this weekend. It will be great to have another Core Sound sailing in Ipswich. Tim

Greg: That area of the mooring field is quite deep and tide was high, so the masts were clear of the bottom. I stuffed both mast with floatation material when I built them (aluminum masts, stuffed with cut down swim noodles). She rode out several powerful thunderstorms last year without a problem, but they were nothing compared to the storm on Tuesday, per the dock men. Several telephone poles and trees were knocked down in the area as well. One thought is that the combination of deluge waves and wind combined first to fill the cockpit and flip it almost simultaneously. Perhaps a cockpit cover would have prevented the whole issue. More work. Tim CS-20 #53

On Tuesday evening we were treated to a violent micro burst in Ipswich, Mass., wind at the anchorage was measured at 50 mph before power went out, estimated max was in excess of 80 mph, 0 visability and over an inch of rain in less than 5 minutes. My CS-20 in the mooring field was knocked down. Started on its side but by the time I got back from Boston, it had turned over. I was dropped off on the bottom, and attempted to turn it upright by weighting the center board (it was up at the time). Proved impossible I'm 205 lbs. Fortunately my friend who runs the mooring barge came over and after rigging lines, rolled it over. After much bailing all was well. Need to fabricate a center board plug or carry some stuffing to hinder water access up through the cb trunk. Fortunately no damage, other than a ruined wind vane and an immersed outboard (already flushed and back in action). I believe if I could have gotten to the boat immediately after the knock down, it would have been possible to self rescue. By the time I arrived the forward bulkhead area was flooded as was the rear. Three of the four side hatches were relatively dry. However the total weight of the inboard water made for a difficult recovery. I will be recauking my hatches this weekend. Might even consider an automatic bilge pump, though I hate the idea of the extra weight. Tim Mauser CS-20 # 53

Peter: I fiberglassed the seat tops and sides on my CS-20, lapping the top over to join on the sides. Its proved its worth. My guys are rough on the seat tops, lots of running and jumping around, sand and grime every time I'm out, as well as gear dropped and scraped over the tops. So far all is well, some touch up of worn awlgrip, but no gouges or edge wear. However, the floor is taking a beating but I fiberglassed that as well, 10 oz. , so I do not have any real problems going on there. I am going to put in floor boards this winter as I believe they will provide better floor protection, better footing and a better look. Tim Mauser CS-20 #53

Hi Greg: Abientot is a CS-20 launched this summer, and sails out of Ipswich, Massachusetts. I am very pleased with its stability, especially as adults and children wander around under sail, and is a relatively dry ride even under spirited conditions. So with the mizzen mast stowed forward in its keeper there is plenty of room for two or three people to fish with stability. If the latter attribute is important to you I would hesitate to cut down the prow. Tim Mauser

Think I have a handle on multiples picture postings. Now all I need is better weather for sailing. Tim Mauser

Hi: Here is a shot of A'bientot. Still attempting to do multiple postings of pictures. I am beginning to think boat building is easier. Tim Mauser CS-20 #53

Hi: Here is a shot of A'bientot. Still attempting to do multiple postings of pictures. I am beginning to think boat building is easier. Tim Mauser CS-20 #53

Hi Terry: I'm pleased both you and your wife are ok, and apparently the boat little damaged. A good cautionary tale, I will remember it. Hope to see you next time I am in Denver.

Hi Jeff: Just a quick note, went out in 10kt with gusting to 20kt, in relatively protected water. I don't mind pushing the envelope a bit but it will be a long while before I'm comfortable much above 10kt steady. Still I was very impressed how fast it de-powers on release of the Main. Had my son and a friend of his out with me on Saturday before the weather deteriorated, 5/7 knots estimated, both boys were quick students, its an easy boat for a 10 year with moderate experience to sail with supervision. Angus has had 3 years of Opti / sail camp. In anticipation of our current gale, I pulled the boat off its mooring yesterday afternoon at the start of some truly awful weather high wind and rain, (Soccer had the morning priority), went up the Ipswich River under motor power, she did very well despite contrary winds and a falling tide. Have a 5hp Mercury 2 stroke. Once I get some more time sailing we should try to get together. Tim Mauser

I tried to post a shot of Abiento prior to fitting out, in my friends shop before the launch, however my jpeg's are about 1.5 megs which are too large for the site. Can anyone tell me how to convert to the appropriate size? My actual address is Ipswich Massachusetts, which coincidentally is the home of Norm Coulter who is working on a Princess. Tim Mauser

I am pleased to announce the launching of CS-20 #53, Abiento. on May 27, 2007. Sailing Pictures to follow. I appreciate all the assistance provided by the Messing-about B&B site, its members and especially Rob Blackburn, Terry Dunn (thanks for the ride!), Ray Frechette and Graham. The plans were purchased for my 50th birthday, 9/9/53, work commenced in 2/2004 and I basically worked on it consistently through May. I installed a 5 hp 2 stroke Mercury engine, standard sail plan with sail tracks, open cockpit design, with R. Blackburn's anchor rode bulkhead, a 3/4 inch transom, and masts extended 18 inches Missen and 24 inches Main ( I do not like eating sails and hardware) being the only major deviations from Graham's Plans. Not being an active sailor, some crew on a E-22 20 years ago, I was apprehensive about single handing , but I got the hang of the twin sail configuration immediately. It is quick, slick and fast. After the first sail I was told by the dock crew that they were betting on when I'd go over. Apparently they thought I was sailing way too aggressively on my passes through the mooring field. Wind 10 knots gusting to 20, I let ride till it got on its gunwale and simply eased the main, all the while maintaining a straight course. Very nice, especially its ability to accelerate after coming about. This will be a great summer. Tim Mauser