Hi there, I am a new member to your forum which is a great idea I have to say, well done to the instigator/s. I am in the process of buying an old Tahiti ketch...
1 718 478 0025, jack rattinger, NYC see my sails on C4PTM4G1C's INCA in the photo section. and he told me if i can find the invoice number he still has my...
Welcome to the group and congratulations on your new stewardship of the Tahiti Stella Maris. I have been picking up a lot of gear on eBay and the local Craig...
Dear members I am a new member to your excellent forum. Thanks this forum I got information that mrs. Brown still sells the plans of the Tahiti ketch. I wrote...
Welcome Martti, What are you going to build your hull out of ? wood, metal, fiberglass ? mike ... Want to start your own business? Learn how on Yahoo! Small...
... Dear Martti, Sounds wonderful. Could you tell us about the plan? What wood, fasteners, which rig, Power?. A brand new Tahiti sounds exiting. would love...
What great news that there will be another Tahiti ketch sailing soon. I hope you take plenty of photos and share them with the group. Is the book "A ketch...
I love how this forum is snowballing. I remember when I first posted a website for Sequestor, the Sausalito Tahiti ketch that inspired the Sausalito Wooden...
You are so right about the snowballing effect, Victoria. I already have gleaned several ideas and modifications that I plan on getting started on with TOREA...
Thanks for the kind words on the ongoing restoration/rebirth of TOREA, Marilyn. The work you and Ralph did on BUTTERCUP sounds very much more intense - Any...
Victoria Colella has invited you to view photos on Yahoo! Photos (8 photos). Thanks Jamie, can't wait. In fact, I've picked up a little El Toro, Material Girl,...
Jamie, I have created a new album titled "Tahiti ketch interiors" that I will post photos of TOREA's interior build out. I hope others post photos of their...
Hi Chris. Sounds like you're physically in Bermuda, or plan to be there after your purchase. If so, I might be heading for a visit to your Bermuda sunshine!...
Hi again everyone. It has been fun following along with the adventures of dedicated Tahiti Ketchers. I am envious of the simplicity of life that makes a Tahiti...
... I am looking for a boat that will carry me all around the world solo. All things being equal I'd be happy to collect and sail her back to the UK. Most...
Hi Felix, Well spotted, I am living in Bermuda and (God willing) will still be if/when you make your visit. Please let me know if there is anything I can...
I'll keep in touch, Chris. Good luck with your aquisition of Stella Maris. And the never-ending renovation project that's sure to follow! You can see pics of...
Vagabond is a Tahiti launched in 1958 and was built from a Bay City Boats kit. She has been in the same family for 48 years and I will entertain all serious...
Does anyone know the whereabouts of Little Bit? My father's Tahiti that was sold in the early 1970's. She had been moored in the Wilmington/Long Beach, CA...
Hi to all, I have just taken ownership of Derricks steel Tahiti Ketch. This is a project boat ready to sail/motor just barely! My first question is about...
I recommend 1/2 or 9/16 for halliards as they are easier on the hands. I use non-braided dacron. I also recommend 9/16 or 5/8 nylon for dock line. 3/4 is...
Congratulations, James, on becoming the new owner of a Tahiti ketch. Please fill out the vessel's info in the "database" section of the site under "Tahiti...
Congrats on the boat, James. You're gonna have a blast. Thought I'd give you my "two cent's worth" on halyards. Because you're a "project boat", and assuming...
I can't argue with Felix on both of his good points. In fact, using a line that has more stretch can act as a shock absorber in a sudden gust or puff of wind,...
Jason, how is Gratuity coming along. Please post more photos on this unique and famous Tahiti. I know a lot of people are curious about her rig and sail...
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