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Off Topic - non motorcycle post - Aphrodite
#401892 09/09/2010 10:12 AM
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Saw this beauty yesterday at Watch Hill
First built in 1937, & since subject to a 2 million dollar restoration
along with a pair of 1,000 HP Cats to twist the screws.





http://www.brooklinboatyard.com/aphrodite/aphrodite_archives3.html

http://messingaboutinboats.typepad.com/sailing/2007/09/the-restoration.html


That stern curvature is all wood - not fiberglass thank you

I'm not what you'd call a boat guy, but this one was an exception.
Re: Off Topic - non motorcycle post - Aphrodite
Bucky #401893 09/10/2010 7:56 AM
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Gorgeous!
Re: Off Topic - non motorcycle post - Aphrodite
Bucky #401894 09/10/2010 10:36 AM
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Those boats have a soul just like our bikes do. She's absolutely stunning. And she clips along pretty good too with those new engines.

Live to love, love to live.
Re: Off Topic - non motorcycle post - Aphrodite
Bucky #401895 09/10/2010 11:34 AM
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Wow! Now I'm in love. That is a real Captain's gig.

I don't make jokes. I just watch the government and report the facts. - Will Rogers

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