WBB member 'Ronnie' is building a Devlin designed Egret. It's a 15'-2" x 4'-10" Sail/Rowing Skiff. "The Egret's versatility and style have made it one of our most popular boats. Presently we have Egrets in use in the San Juans, Puget Sound, Alaska, and on various lakes and rivers throughout the Northwest.
As a sailboat, the Egret is stable and quick. Up to four adults with gear can enjoy a day of sailing in comfort. The 75 sq. ft. spirit sail rig provides plenty of sail area to drive the hull. Though the Egret has double rowing stations, it is easily rowed by a single oarsman, adult or child, even with a load. For two oarsmen, the Egret is great fun and good transportation. An offset outboard well is offered, and we have found it to have no vices in handling. Egret was my first design and she now has sisters a-plenty. For a variety of uses and conditions, Egret has a lot to offer." - Sam Devlin
| Specifications |
| Length | 15' 2" |
| Beam | 4' 10" |
| Draft | 7" (board up) |
| | 4' 2" (board down) |
| Weight | 235 lbs |
| Sail area | 75 sq ft wind surf rig |
| Power | 2 HP or Oars |
| Max. Load | 690 lbs |
"Working on the inside of the hull.... Projects still outstanding are the bow and stern sealed air boxes... need to install the bow eye and pintel/gudgeons before I seal the lid. Have been fairing the inside of the hull prepping for paint. Plan to varnish the gunwhales and the top 8" above the stringer/seat riser. Then need to purchase white oak to make the seat arrangement... which will have flotation boxes under the seating. Install oar locks...then it should be ready to row. Then on to the sailing parts; mast, centerboard and rudder. The time is really spent on the details, sanding, fairing etc.. You never really know how much it takes until you do it... and realize how you could of made a certain task easier if you had done it a different way the first time. But that's how you learn I guess, with no one watching over your shoulder.
For instance from the picture you see the sealed air compartment bulk head brought all the way up to the shear line... but have since cut it down to the stringer line to make the boat look more open. I am afraid that I will, or may have already made it too nice "in my eyes" and be afraid to mess it up in the water... but I am definitely looking forward to making a first splash..." - Ronnie - Houston, TX
Ronnie's Recent Photos - Ronnie's Site
Ronnie's Beginning Photos - WBB Album
Ronnie is still very excited about this project and getting her finished up for a splash. Send some words of encouragement his way for the fine work he has completed thus far. I am looking forward to the launch day photos. Perhaps we can get him to post a video when that day comes as it's getting pretty near.
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