The results speak for themselves in the Merlin class as Winder Boats have dominated the scene for years., however the design and systems are being continually developed to ensure boats are built stiffer, stronger and faster than ever before.
Active involvement in the class means that our cutting-edge techniques are used in design developments and considerable thought and effort goes into refining all the controls, particularly the hoop and rake systems. Our quality construction has ensured a healthy second-hand market which has created probably some of the best fleet racing in the country.
The information below is for our ‘Complete’ boat which comes with Allen fittings, Super Spars spars and HD sails. We also offer Harken fit-outs, Selden and a range of other sailmakers.
Specification
Moulded from epoxy foam sandwich the hull is very light yet enormously stiff. They are jig-assembled in the mould to ensure accuracy and consistency and the hand-layed epoxy is done by the same skilled team who have been building Merlins for years. The decks are resin infused and all our hulls are post-cured which ensures rigidity across a wide temperature range.
The design is an evolution of the original the Canterbury Tales design, re-faired and with a forward centreboard position, revised keel, bilge keels and new bow. The hull can be tweaked to suit your requirements.
The centre frame moulding is totally functional in shape, and being hollow, contains the control lines leaving the crew area clutter-free and spacious.
Our ‘Complete’ boats comes with the following as standard;
- Allen blocks
- Square top hoop with control conveniently positioned inside boat
- 6 controls to centre – two control rake
- Free running control take away
- Pole down haul lead to a control on either side
- Harken main jammer,
- Continuous kicker.
Foils are glass carbon and epoxy foam sandwich moulded for absolute consistency of shape and stiffness, the moulds being taken from master plugs made with all our extensive foil making experience.
The complete boat comes with an all carbon fixed rudder, HD Sails and Measured.
Price
The complete boat is supplied with Ceilidh Spars, Moulded epoxy foam sandwich hull and deck, fitted out with Allen blocks, HD Sails, Moulded Centreboard, All carbon fixed rudder, Carbon twin poles. square top hoop, Measured, weight corrected and calibrated.
| Option | Upgrade | Standard |
| Complete Boat | POA | £22,150 |
| Carbon decks and bow tank | £770 | |
| Carbon Stern Tanks | £500 | |
| Two colour hull | From £250 | |
| Name & Stripe | From £75 | |
| Crew Steps (Pair) | £60 | |
| High modulus Selden Mast | £2,300 | |
| Allen pivoting mast step & heel plug | £160 | |
| Pole Launching system with TMS fittings | £650 | |
| Lazy Guys | £245 | |
| Carbon compass bracket | £85 | |
| Non-Slip matting | £450 | |
| Carbon tiller in place of Aluminium | £80 | |
| Carbon lifting rudder | £325 | |
| Electronic compass | Other £POA | Tacktic £300 |
| Wheel Raking System | £POA |
Bare Hull
Bare hull which is ready to fit out, but with bailers, rudder fittings, Jib tack, hatch and mast step all fitted. Note that hull upgrade prices are the same as the Complete boat, unless otherwise stated below.
| Option | Upgrade | Standard |
| Bare Hull | £9,000 | |
| Moulded Carbon fixed Rudder with Carbon tiller & Rudder fittings | £530 | |
| Moulded centreboard & brake | £558 | |
| Carbon lifting rudder with standard blade. | £877 | |
| Carbon stern bouyancy tanks | £700 |
Extras
Please note that these prices are when purchased alongside a boat. If you require these items seperately please contact Sarah or Dave for the latest prices. Road Bases are UK Type Approved.
| Option | Upgrade | Standard |
| P&B Boom up cover | Breathable £POA | Non-breathable £POA |
| P&B Flat overcover | Breathable £379 | Non-breathable £POA |
| P&B Undercover | Breathable £POA | Nylon £200 |
| Mast Bag | £POA | |
| Rudder Bag | £POA | |
| Launching Trolley | £425 | |
| Road Trailer | 10″ Wheels £957 | 8″ Wheels £912 |
Prices correct as of 1st January 2025. We reserve the right to adjust the price, based on the current market. These prices will be shared prior to the sale being agreed.
Specifications and retail prices are inclusive of 20% VAT.
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Bare Hull
Bare Hull ready to fit out, but with bailers, rudder fittings, Jib tack, hatch and mast step all fitted.