Boating New Zealand Boat Reviews
Reviews
Boating New Zealand News
News
Boating New Zealand Sports
Sport
Boating New Zealand Lifestyle
Lifestyle
advertise
Boating New Zealand Boat Reviews
Reviews
Boating New Zealand News
News
Boating New Zealand Sports
Sport
Boating New Zealand Lifestyle
Lifestyle
BOAT-REVIEWS-MOBILE
Boat Reviews
BOAT-NEWS-MOBILE
News
BOAT-SPORTS-MOBILE
Sports
BOAT-LIFESTYLE-MOBILE
Lifestyle

Melinda

Published
Bookmark post
Bookmarked
Bookmark post
Bookmarked

Dear Editor,

When reading about Lance Fink and Tristram boats, I was delighted to see a picture of Melinda, my wife’s boat.

We bought her two years ago or so and spent approximately 1,000 hours refurbishing her. She was essentially as sound as the day she was made and a testament to the Finks’ skills. Ray Fink built her and made a magnificent job of her.

- Advertisement, article continues below -

Melinda is still being used, loved and admired by all who see her. She must be 60 years old by now!

Bryon and Lauris Timperley,

Whangarei

PS. After 55 years of boating I thought I was done with it and bought a 55 MGTF replica…

My beloved wife was not quite done though!

- Advertisement, article continues below -

SHARE:

Nordic

Letter To The Editor
Dear Editor Whilst in awe and appreciation of Sam and Jen’s restoration of the Nordic to more than...

In the poo!

Cruising
I want to highlight an issue we have with yachts and cruising vessels visiting Kawau Island. Sewa...

Farr reaching success: The Farr 1020 story

Antiques & Classics
One of the most successful one-design keelers in New Zealand has been the Farr 1020. Designed by Bru...

Comments

This conversation is moderated by Boating New Zealand. Subscribe to view comments and join the conversation. Choose your plan →

This conversation is moderated by Boating New Zealand.

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here

Boating New Zealand
Boating New Zealandhttps://www.boatingnz.co.nz
Boating NZ is New Zealand’s premier marine title devoted to putting its readers behind the wheel of the latest trailerboats, yachts and launches to hit the market. It inspires with practical content and cruising adventures, leads the fleet with its racing coverage and is on the pulse of the latest maritime news and innovation.

Omega Trailers

We are trailer experts - we ONLY do trailers! We prioritise quality and innovation so that our custom...

BBS Timber LTD

NZ owned and operated, BBS Timbers are dedicated to supplying a comprehensive range of high-quality timber and panels to construction companies, architects, designers, builders and individuals all over New Zealand and the Pacific. Our extensive range of hardwood and softwood timbers gives you access to over 40 species of both NZ native and exotic timbers. WHANGAREI (Head Office)27 Kioreroa RoadWhangarei Phone: (09) 438 9358Fax: (09) 430 0455 AUCKLAND82 Henderson Valley Roa...

LATEST NEWS

2023 Sealegs 8I Alloy Cabin

Whether you’re launching from a remote beach, cruising to your favourite fishing spot, or hauling gear to a secluded bach, the 2023 Sealegs 8I Alloy Cabin is built to do it all—without a boat ramp in sight.

1949 Curnow & Wilton trawler

A classic 13-metre timber trawler, Santa Maria blends rugged heritage with cosy liveaboard comfort—ready for her next adventure.