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Relax... An article from a 1935 Pacific Motorboat, which epitomizes the appeal of cruising in the classic style. Fantail Motoryachts The Great Fantail Motoryachts of the Pacific Northwest. Also, I've added more about Ted Geary at the CYA site. Lake Union Dreamboats An article by Marty Loken about the Lake Union Dreamboat style. (Reprinted from the Antique and Classic boat Society's "Rudder") Is a Classic For Me? An attempt to answer the question, "What can I expect in 'real' ownership costs of a classic yacht?" Classic Yacht Books A list of essential reading about classic motoryachts. Classic Yacht Documentary. Throwbacks to a Golden Age of Northwest Boats-- A tribute to the Designers who penned the Lines, To the Builders who Bent the Frames and to the Owners who labor in their Care" is a new documentary produced by John Sabella & Associates, Inc., now available at John Sabella, Inc. Rick Etsell is interviewed in the video. I am also the webmaster for the Classic Yacht Association, www.classicyacht.org. There you can find a wealth of photos and information about classic motoryachts. |
The "Golden Age of Motoryachts" is generally considered to be the 1920's and 30's, and many of these boats are still with us, offering a glimpse into life in much simpler times. I grew up and learned about boats aboard our family's Lake Union Dreamboat, and came to appreciate their rugged comfort, good handling and seakeeping abilities. Below are some articles of interest about the classics from the Pacific Northwest.
