Just got back from my first visit with my new(to me) Ariel #382 in Redwood City, CA and was pleasantly surprised. My plan now is to restore her and get her sailing! I'm entirely new to sailboat ownership, but I'm anxious to cut my teeth on working on her myself. First order of business is the infamous rudder post and upgrading the strongback (see pics). I'm thinking my best plan of attack is to get hold of a trailer and haul her out for a month or so to do most of the major work. Anyone who would be interested in renting/selling a trailer that would hold an Ariel anywhere along the Pacific Coast area? I will be driving down probably in March/April 2005 from Anchorage,AK. Also would LOVE to meet with any Ariel owners along the way for insiration/insights. I joined the association and picked up the Ariel manual, which is a VERY worthy investment for any Ariel owner by the way.
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