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The Taming of the Beast

4th March 2019

Or how I made my Sonata easer to sail. This all started back in 2015 when I decided to buy a Sonata. I had always admired the Sonata ever since … [Read more...] about The Taming of the Beast

Filed Under: Hints and Tips, Other Tips

Replacing Sonata Windows

29th January 2011

finished window photo

by J Burgis. Why would you do that? Why? Because with age, they craze, discolour and crack around the fixing screws. This leads to leaks. If you … [Read more...] about Replacing Sonata Windows

Filed Under: Gear Tips, Hints and Tips

Single-point Lift

30th July 2008

by George Jack.  As part of a complete restoration of my Sonata, I decided to fit a single point lift attached to the keel bolts. I … [Read more...] about Single-point Lift

Filed Under: Gear Tips, Hints and Tips

Alternative Downwind Trim

12th May 2007

Tim Townsend’s Alternative Guide to Sonata Boat Trim Downwind (in a fresh breeze) Editor’s Note: never take Tim Townsend too seriously! Having … [Read more...] about Alternative Downwind Trim

Filed Under: Hints and Tips, Sailing Tips

Hoisting the spinnaker from the cockpit

12th May 2007

Spinnaker hoist illustration

by Jack Hardie. In the Nationals, a few years ago, we were the only crew hoisting the spinnaker from a bag on the bow. Everyone else was … [Read more...] about Hoisting the spinnaker from the cockpit

Filed Under: Hints and Tips, Sailing Tips

Heavy Weather Sailing

11th May 2007

Crew of Eric the Boat at prize giving

Jack Hardie interviews Sonata National Champion Steve Goacher.  Jack: Many thanks Steve for agreeing to do this interview for the Sonata web … [Read more...] about Heavy Weather Sailing

Filed Under: Hints and Tips, Sailing Tips

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