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
Hints and Tips
Single-point Lift
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
Alternative Downwind Trim
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
Hoisting the spinnaker from the cockpit
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
Heavy Weather Sailing
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
Outboard Motor Stowage
by Martin Hartley. The Sonata class rules state that The outboard motor shall be provided with a stowage bracket beneath the cockpit—but what kind … [Read more...] about Outboard Motor Stowage