Ereina sailing near the cleddau bridge within Milford Haven[/caption] Well on a practical level it is a combination of the following: Safe at sea, even when the weather deteriorates The ability toRead More…
Although these boats meet the definition of “classic yacht” (designed or built before 1960) they seem to be too modern for “real” classic boat enthusiasts. They are not made from planks ofRead More…
The Atalanta is the original trailer sailor. From the very beginning in 1955 owners were regularly trailing them to the south of France for summer holidays. In those days large family carsRead More…
Claims that the Atalanta was a suitable boat for families, on account of her roominess and sea-kindly qualities, were soon confirmed by several accounts of cruises in which children accompanied their parents.Read More…
The Atalanta has always been considered to be a seaworthy vessel. Few trailable 26 footers can claim this distinction. It is a special feature of these boats. Many of the early AOARead More…
See also the poston Atalanta Handicaps for use when racing Diagram showing likely speeds on different points of sailing Both the Atalanta and the Titania are capable of making swift offshore passages.Read More…
Sailing with variable draft Atalanta’s can be sailed with the keels lowered or partly raised. It is usual to keep them fully down when offshore to maximise the righting moment. HoweverRead More…
1964 Atalanta Specification for Atalanta 26 (issued in 1964) STANDARD BOAT: £3,360 Ex Works Hot pressure moulded hull consisting of 4 laminations of 2.5mm Agba on mahogany main frame fitted with bulkheadsRead More…