Despite the threatening weather, Spirit of Buffalo departed Wardell's in N. Tonawanda today at 10 AM and arrived at RCR Yachts this afternoon to a small but very welcoming (and welcomed) party! The vessel is sporting her shiny, newly-sprayed masts and booms, gaffs and sails will go on over the next few days. Maybe you caught a glimpse of her headed down the Niagara River while driving on the 190 today? It was so fun to "sail" along the stretch of road I so often drive, while daydreaming of bringing the boat that way.
Photos of the mast stepping will follow soon!
Very exciting! I know the work is long and hard. I crewed on the Schooner Eagle, which is a sister ship of the Spirit of Buffalo. My uncle, Capt. Mike Painter, was the owner operater, so I got to be a part of all the drydocks and refits. He actually helps out with the Jolly I Rover at the boy scout camp this summer. I've been in Buffalo the past few years. Can't wait to come down and see the boat. Where are you now as of 5/21?
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