Newsletters From Clipper Motor Yachts
Issue 0901
March 2009
Introduction
Welcome to our first newsletter for 2009. I hope you are all had a fantastic Christmas and New Year. This edition we cover the end of an era and beginning of a new one. We will give you a brief run down on recent Clippers we have delivered and take a sneak peak of what we have on offer for the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. I hope you enjoy the read.
The End of an Era
After 30 years the Clipper Europa 34 model has now been replaced by the Clipper Heritage 36. The Europa 34 has been one of our most popular models, with hundreds sold worldwide. The Heritage 36 will be of the same quality and design you came to expect from the Europa 34, but with added space. The 36’ has the same beam as the Clipper Heritage 40, this gives us more room to offer you single or twin cabins. It still has all the standard features you expect with the Clipper range, full Raymarine package, good size cockpit with large swim platform, walk around decks, and a large flybridge offering plenty of room to move. The interior is beautifully finished in teak with ultra leather lounge, a modern electric galley and air conditioning. One of these impressive vessels has already been sold with arrival in Australia due early mid year. For more information on the Heritage 36, please contact Andy on (07) 3890 5000, 0414 782 446 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Europa 34’
Clipper Forging Ahead
Even in these trying economic times, Clipper is still going strong. Our vessel’s are becoming more popular worldwide, with an overwhelming demand coming from overseas. We have partnered with several new dealers, in Russia, The UK and 3 separate dealers in the USA and Canada. We currently have 6 Clippers due to go overseas in the next few months. With a Cordova 45 going to New Zealand, a Cordova 45 & two Cordova 52’s going to Norway as well as a Cordova 48 & Cordova 52 heading to Asia. This will mean even more of the world will experience the joy of owning a Clipper.
Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show
The boat show is just over 3months away and this year we will be exhibiting in our usual place of the marina. We will be showing three boats this year, 60’ Motoryacht, Cordova 52 and the Cordova 48. The Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show runs from Thursday 21st of May until Sunday 24th of May. We are looking forward to the event and hope you can come and see us.
Clipper Update
It has been a very busy time for all at the Clipper Head Office, Australia. We have had three vessels arrive to us before Christmas, with six more new boats due in in the next couple of months. We have had two Heritage 40’s arrive and have already been delivered to their respective owners. As well we were excited to take possession of our first Blue hulled Cordova 52. This is a very impressive vessel, as you will see by the pictures below. This vessel was handed over to its new owner at the start of February. The coming months will see us receive two 60’ Motoryachts, a Cordova 48 and of course the new Heritage 36, as well as several of the ever popular Heritage 40.
Blue Hulled Clipper Cordova 52
New Arrivals
Pictured is Trevor & Wendy taking possession of their Clipper Heritage 40’. They took their time cruising up the Queensland coast to their base in Mackay. The team at Clipper wish them many happy voyages.
.P.I.R.B.S.
Just a reminder that the analogue 121.5MHZ beacons will no longer be detected by satellites as of the first of February. You must switch to the 406MHZ, the others will simply not work anymore. Please check your governing marine authority in your state for the requirements for carrying an EPIRB
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 know to man, hence its popularity for use as an exterior wood on many vessels. Teak maintenance is simple and straightforward if the following steps are followed.
· Assuming that the old varnish has been sanded to a uniform finish, the teak must be cleaned using Turps 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 50percent with Turps) 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 varnish layers bonding.
· A minimum of 4 coats is generally advised and additional coats every three of four months will ensure great results.
Recipe
Barbeque Breakfast Burrito
Ingredients
Bacon/Sausage
Eggs
Parsley
Chives
Parmesan Cheese
Olive Oil
Butter
Milk
Salt & Pepper
Burritos
Barbecue or Tomato Sauce
Method
Put the bacon and or sausage on to cook. Whilst this is cooking, scramble the eggs the way you like them. When the eggs are done, put the Burrito tortilla on a fry pan and warm it for 30 seconds to a minute. Place the tortilla flat on a plate, place the eggs on top then the bacon/sausage and grated parmesan cheese. Lastly add the sauce of your choice.Roll the wrap up and you enjoy.
That’s it for our first 09 edition. I hope you enjoyed the read. Our next edition is due out mid April, keep an eye out then. Until next time Happy Boating