I really kicked off racing offshore on Casablanca, a one off 49’er designed and built by John Biddlecombe who I worked with at Performance Sailcraft Australia.
I started offshore sailing on Temeraire, my Dads JOG boat that he built on the front lawn at Newport during the mid 60s. I started offshore sailing on Temeraire, my Dads JOG boat that he built on the front lawn at Newport during the mid 60s.
Mel once again joined the WWSA Gathering on the Bay this time talking Furling Systems and Dyneema®.
The DeckHardware Van will be at the Aussie Skiffs Saturday Morning with Hardware and Cordage available from their brands.

Mel will be in attendance for the balance of the regatta with product in her car.
Should you require something please message DeckHardware social media or jump on their website live chat.
METS as we call it is an important part of what we do at DeckHardware with so many of our Suppliers in attendance.
We could not be more excited about this coming season of 18ft Skiff racing here in Sydney.
A chance trip to Europe for some Sailing and Locky went on our tour of Suppliers including Liros Ropes.
We are counting down the days till the Allen Flying 11 Nationals. Mel will be visiting on Monday to say Hi whilst putting up the Banners etc then Mel and Phil will be back on the Saturday.
I have finally had the chance to head overseas again, back to Amsterdam a City I love to visit.
We are excited to announce that as of November 2022 we will be distributing Bamar.