Newsletters From Clipper Motor Yachts
Issue 0705
December 2007
Recent Visit to the Factory in China
Clippers’ Managing Director, Darren Berry, visited China in November to view the construction of the new range.
Progress on the new Clipper range is coming along very well; Hull #1 of the Clipper 60 has been sold and is heading to Norway. Hull #2 Clipper 60 is also under construction and will be shipped to Australia in March 2008.
Hull #1 of the new Clipper 52 is well underway and should be finished at the end of December 2007; this boat will be shipped to Australia and used for demonstration purposes. Hull #2 and Hull #3 of the new Clipper 52 are also in build and both have been sold.
The new Clipper 46 is under construction and Hull #1 will be arriving in Australia in March 2008.
Construction has also begun on the tooling for our new Clipper 42; we hope to see the first boat arrive in Australia in August 2008.
During the visit to China Darren Berry attended several meetings, one with a shipyard that are building larger Motoryachts for the US market. We have come to an agreement with this shipyard to build a Clipper 80.
This boat will be a totally new design; it will be designed by our contracted Naval Architect - Mark Williamson. We are hoping to have our first Clipper 80 arriving in 18 months.
2008 Sanctuary Cove nternational Boat Show
Clipper Motoryachts have confirmed their exhibit details with Sanctuary Cove for the International Boat Show. In 2008 Clipper will display the 52' and 60' Motoryachts and the 34' and 40' Europas. The event will be the first exhibit for the new 52' and 60’ vessels and they are sure to cause a stir and get the interest of boat buyers throughout Australia and the world. The dates for the 2008 Boat Show is Thursday 22nd to Sunday 25th of May. Make sure you don’t miss this spectacular event.
On the water
Located just over 3½ hours from Melbourne,(by road), Refuge Cove is on the eastern side of Wilson's Promontory. The appeal of this sheltered cove lies in its natural beauty and the fact that it is essentially a wilderness area. With crystal clear water, stunning coastline, dense shrubs and even patches of rainforest this area is breathtaking to say the very least.
In the 1940s the cove housed a whaling station but today it is a sanctuary for both marine creatures and wildlife alike. Spend your days enjoying the sunshine or hiking on dry land. Visit this little bit of paradise in our own backyard. Don’t forget your bait and tackle because they say the fishing is great.
The Fairy Penguins at Phillip Island
For most of us sunset signals the end of the day and a magical time where the night sky turns an array of colours varying from bright orange to the deepest red. On Port Phillip Island sunset signals a daily ritual for the island’s tiniest inhabitants. The Little Penguins, like clockwork, take this opportunity to rise from the sea, waddle ashore and seek refuge for the night in their sand dune burrows.
Less than two hours south-east of Melbourne, this island provides its guests with an up close opportunity to watch this daily ritual. There are plenty of other activities to see and do on Port Phillip Island, including motor racing and so a trip to this region will not disappoint.
Review of Gold Coast’s Waterways Speed Limits
Marine Queensland (MQ) has put forward a strong case to the State Government opposing the blanket reduction of speed limits on Gold Coast waterways. MQ has suggested that driver education be improved and existing law enforcement be increased. The proposed changes have been described as a Band-aid fix, given the ever increasing registration and population growth on the Gold Coast. For details on the full report visit www.marineqld.com.au and go to News & Events.
Storm Season is heading our way in Qld
Taking a boat out into open water is serious business, this requires knowledge and skill.
One of Qld’s weather problems is that you can head out in the morning on a lovely sunny day and by days end things can change dramatically especially in the wet weather season and catch boaters out.
Not having storm skills can result in people getting injured. So be prepared and get the knowledge.
Check all your safety gear!
Queensland’s Ministerial Move
With the promotion of Paul Lucas to Deputy Premier and the Minister for Infrastructure and Planning, John Mickel, MP, has taken over responsibility for Queensland’s Marine and Industry as Minister for Transport, Trade, Employment and Industrial Relations.
Teak Maintenance
Boat owners who enjoy the natural beauty of teak trim are facing a constant battle with the elements in an attempt to keep a finish on their exterior woodwork. Teak is one of the most durable woods known to man, hence its popularity for use as an exterior wood on many vessels.
Teak maintenance is simple and straight forward, if the following steps are followed. Assuming that the old varnish has been sanded to a uniform finish, the teak must be cleaned using Methylated Spirits to remove any residual dust and surface oils, Mask up the surrounding areas using high quality blue variety masking tape. Generally a one pack varnish is easier to use and maintain. A fine natural bristle brush is required to ensure neat and even coats. The first coat of varnish must be thinned to the manufacturers’ specifications (usually mixed 50 percent with Methylated Spirits) before use. This makes a sealer coat that will penetrate deeply into the teak and combine with the natural oils. The second coat can generally be applied the same day and thinned as well but only to 25 percent. This second sealer coat will prepare the teak for the subsequent layers of varnish. Wait at least 24 hours before applying any further coats and sand with 220 grit sandpaper to keep a smooth surface and help with the bonding of the varnish layers. A minimum of 4 coats is generally advised and additional coats every three or four months will ensure great results.
Recipe
Lemon Lobster Tartare
Servicing Size: Serves 10 +
Cooking Time: < 15 mins
Special Options: Diabetic,Egg Free, Gluten Free, Heart Friendly, Lactose Free, Low Carb, Nut Free.
Course: Entrée, Finger Food
Ingredients:
- 1 small lemon
- 300g raw lobster tail meat, cut into a small dice
- 3 basil leaves, finely shredded
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- ½ tspn lobster oil
- 3-4 green witlof leaves
Method:
Lemon pressed extra virgin olive oil Zest and peel lemon, making sure to remove all the pith. Segment lemon and finely dice. Collect juice by squeezing remaining flesh and combine with zest.
Combine lemon juice, zest and flesh with lobster meat, chilli, basil and freshly ground black pepper. Drizzle in a little lobster oil and mix well.
Cut core off witlof and separate leaves. Arrange onto a platter and spoon a teaspoon of lobster mixture into each leaf.
Drizzle over a little of the lemon oil and service immediately as finger food or entree.