Thembi

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Thembi was designed by the late Ed Burnett and built by Tim Loftus whilst he was based in Edinburgh. Since launching in 2005 she has carried Tim and his family many miles and provided a great platform for all sorts of adventures. Below are some photos of her build.

Larch planking on oak and Opepe frames

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Deck frame going in

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Hollow Douglas fir mast

rig

Early sea trials - sails well!

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In the ice off Greenland

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Family holiday

Familly holiday