Just Launched: The Matthew Lefler

[Frank Hagan]

Just this morning, December 22, 2005, at 10:50 AM ET in upstate NY, the Matthew Lefler was launched. While a small craft, with a displacement of 7 pounds, 7 ounces and only 20 3/4" LWL, the Matthew Lefler nevertheless made a big splash with those present.

Under construction for the past 9 months, the Matthew Lefler was found to be in good condition, with all on-board systems working fine, according to a survey by an expert just after launch.

The builders assert the craft will continue to grow now that its out of the boatshop, and have stated they will allow the alternate names, such as "grandson" and "cutest baby in the world".

[Barry Pyeatt]

Congratulations to all for a successful launch. Fine looking family there Frank.

[Steve Day]

Frank,

Great news! Congratulations to the new parents and grandparents. Glad to see the Baby Tender is rigged and ready for its new captain.

Steve

[John Turpin]

You can't tell with every baby, but you can definately see that he's a sailor. Congrats.

(Man they grow up fast. I'm teaching mine to shave this weekend.)

[Greg Luckett]

Nice "boat"....congrats.

[ken connors]

congrats and good luck. i just hope noone was swinging any champage bottles at the new launch.... :shock:

[mrthethird]

Congratulations and good luck. What an awesome Christmas present!

[Frank Hagan]

We actually came out to Jamestown NY last Sunday, so we were here for the birth. We'll stay until the 4th, when we fly back. We might come back early, as my daughter and son in law are acting like old pros at this new parent thing! But we'll stay if my daughter wants the help as they settle into their new routine.

[Dave R1]

Congratulations!

I bet there is a grandpa who is really proud.