GAY RAMBLER
Reading the latest issue of the Lake Rotoiti Classic & Wooden Boat Associations newsletter, I came across the above photos of the c.1960’s 15ft Hartley run-about ‘Gay Rambler’, owned by Gavin Finch. Gavin purchased her in 1972 from her builder, Allan Hall of Ngongataha. Gay Rambler is powered by a 50hp Johnston that Gavin purchased new in 1974. Trolling power comes from a 2010 Yamaha 3hp.
After 44 years of ownership, 82 year old, Gavin would like to sell the boat & see her enjoyed by another family.
To discuss & view – contact Gavin on (07) 888 8182.
How To Build A Half Model
The link below is to another of Ian Smith’s short videos, this one is on how to make a half model. Thanks to Robin Elliott for sharing the link 🙂
Discover more from waitematawoodys.com #1 for classic wooden boat stories, info, advice & news - updated daily - 14+ million views
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
waitematawoodys.com #1 for classic wooden boat stories, info, advice & news - updated daily - 14+ million views 
I’ve trolled through Dick Hartley’s design book and am sure this boat is one of his earlier economy non-flared bow, non-deep vee designs that could be built easily with sheet plywood. The dimensions (15ft x 6ft 6in) and images show that she’s a BLUE FIN . Plans were $18.
LikeLike
Perhaps it was silent as in “surf bathing”
LikeLike
Oh for a p! I meant Spencer of course!
LikeLike
I might be wrong but this looks more like a Sencer design than a Hartley.
LikeLike
cute little trailer boat.
LikeLike