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The front view of the Northabout. Here we can see the men working on the boat.

 


The boat on its test journey. Its power and speed is put to the test!



The boat being hauled onshore by a crane





Fixing the mast, it wouldn't be too good if that came off half way through the huge journey!!

 


A lot of ropes and ties to secure the Northabout's direction.

 



The stern of the Northabout, one of the most respected features of the boat.

 

 

South Aris team left to right.  John Bourke, Mike Barry, Mick O'Rourke, Paddy Barry,   Jarlath Cunnane, Frank Nugent, Jamie Young.
South Aris team left to right. John Bourke, Mike Barry, Mick O'Rourke, Paddy Barry, Jarlath Cunnane, Frank Nugent, Jamie Young.


 

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