Khaleesi: Porter Brothers Wayfarer

Kalessi, a Wayfarer dinghy

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Wayfarer · Skipper Mark Davey · East Coast, UK

Seaworthy, fun and good for adventure.

The Stats

Would recommend: Yes

The boat

Builder
Porter Brothers
Model
Wayfarer
Designer
Ian Proctor
Category
Dinghy
Year built
1972
Length (LOA)
15 ft 10 in
Draft
3 ft 10 in (8 in board up)
Hull
GRP monohull
Keel
Centreboard
Rudder
Transom-hung
Rig
Fractional sloop
Engine
Outboard, 2.5 HP
Berths
2
Towable
Yes

Ownership & costs

Price paid
£1,000
Upkeep
~£50 a year
Owned for
3 years
Condition bought
Sail-away
Best suited to
Beginner, experienced & expert
Sails
East Coast, UK

What should a buyer know?

Check the structure is sound. She’s an older boat, so look her over properly before you buy.

Make sure the engine works!

Why I bought her

She was in good condition, ready to sail and perfect for exploring the rivers of the East Coast.

Where she shines

She’s easy to launch, recover and tow. I feel safe at sea in her, and she’s great for introducing friends to sailing.

Adventures

Sailing off Southwold sometimes feels like the Southern Ocean, but my biggest trip so far was to Lundy.

More photos

Kalessi, a Wayfarer dinghy
Kalessi, a Wayfarer dinghy
Kalessi, a Wayfarer dinghy

Meet the Skipper

Mark Davey, skipper of Kalessi on the East Coast.

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