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    Southern Cross
    Copy of my facebook post.

    Hi all.
    Finally I've purchased a RL 24.
    My search started a few years ago to find a trailerable yacht with met with certain criteria...
    Shallow Draught, light for towing and abilily to be propelled by a 4HP outboard also a good size for extended nights away and ability to be sailed single handed.
    Top of my list came the RL 24.
    Once I decided on the RL it's been interesting to research the history of the design and improvements on design through the various Mk's.
    I've managed to view various Mk's in my quest and finally came across a Mk 1, stored the last 15yr's or so and it looks, to my inexperienced eye, to be totally original.
    No frills, additions or upgrades.
    Now all I have to do is have someone with experience to check over the sails and rigging before I set off and learn the fine art of sailing.
    Fortunately I'm only 15mins away from Boreen Point, which looks an ideal place for an introduction.
    A bit more on the RL...
    It's serial and sail No is 8, so I'm guessing it's a very early Mk1. From the info I received from the vendor, who was also a non sailer, it was the pride and joy of Gentlemen who sponsored and supported a basketball ball team on or around the Gold Coast.
    I can only assume from the minimalists of the RL, he was a 'speed freak' and mainly sailed single handed.
    I would really appreciate any info from members who know more of the yachts history.
    Just a footnote, there is a picture of it in full sail leading and winning the Bay to Bay early to mid 70's
    She bears the name " Southern Cross"
    Chris16-Dec-2023    Edit    Delete 
    Re: Southern Cross
    Hi Chris, how exciting. I’m looking to buy my first RL24 so I’m excited for you! Have you added yourself to the Register of owners? Can be found on the sidebar of this website. If you include the sail number and boat name there as well as your contact details, maybe a previous owner will see it at some point and contact you! I saw this pic elsewhere on the website. Colour and trim looks the same as yours! Have fun
    Kate17-Dec-2023    Edit    Delete 

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