The launching took place on the 20th March 2004 at the Jindalee
boat ramp in my home town of Brisbane, Australia.

Thanks to everyone who came and shared the moment with me - it was a hoot.

Photos and story below...

What are you guys looking at??
Leah, Bruce and Katia inspecting the boat.

What can I say - my mates! From left to right Burt, John, Leah, me, Bruce, Katia and Rohan. Emma is behind the camera taking the photos - thanks Emma.

Step 1.
Master the art of reversing
with a long trailer

 Step 2.
Get a pretty woman to spray
sparkling wine all over the bow

The Launching Prayer (which was recited)...

"Over The Land And Into The Drink, Please God, Don't Let It Sink."
Credit: Samual Devlin, Devlins Boat Building

Step 3.
Well it floats away from the trailer ok

Step 4.
Looking Good

Step 5.
Will the engine start?

My god, the engine works...

Well - here I go
 (where is the life jacket again?)

I did it!!!

Lets raise the canopy go for a spin
 Leah and Katia in the bow.

A selection of other photographs...

These were taken by Leah using my very limited digital camera and then Emma moved up to the 35mm Camera.