This is a really old thread with even fuzzier images - a pre-owner posting I submitted. http://pearsonariel.org/discussion/s...ght=comparison That is not even remotely helpful, I know. No one ever bit on a better sailplan image though...
Last edited by Lucky Dawg; 12-10-2008 at 11:47 AM.
Holy Moby, look at the George W. Wells on pg2!
Put the Maltese Falcon to shame.
Which, BTW, Perkins has it for sale on YachtWorld.com.
In case you need another boat.
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Later post:
Maine Maritime Museum has another view of this gorgeous schooner.
It is parked against a background of turn of the century wood frame buildings with a long sprit little white cutter under its bows. No sails, but VERY impressive.
Shows its massive presense. 3000 tons, 230 feet.
These were coasters and this one spent it's days carrying coal mostly.
Wondering if there is an image in one of the earlier volumes of this book http://www.amazon.com/gp/reader/1929...pt#reader-link There are a hundred or so in each of 6 volumes. I sent an inquiry to Sailing Mag about possible archives.
Quick! Name all of those sails!
Last edited by Lucky Dawg; 12-11-2008 at 12:10 PM.
Don'tcha love a girl that makes you take a look back as you walk away? The author of the Sailing Mag article is swooning over her. What's the decision process on Gracing-ing vs. Melonhead-ing?
Oh, I don't know. With the Melonseed I can get to new cruising grounds in 2 hours instead of 2 days. Not having to worry about running aground is very liberating too.
The Commander is better for the rough stuff, and for company. Plenty of room in the cockpit (you would think)
I spent some time looking through book previews on Amazon/Google that involved the line drawings I am looking for. The Triton is the only boat that is relatively similar to the Ariel or Commander.
I sent the above image to one of my buddys that is more skilled with graphics. Perhaps he will have something for me soon.
I visited the National Pearson Yacht Owners Association site - which, by the way, used to charge for memebership, but no longer does. http://www.pearsoncurrent.com/home/index.php
This statement was on their FAQ page:
Q: Where can I get a copy of original plans and manual for my particular model and year Pearson?
A: When the Pearson Yacht Corporation declared bankruptcy, all assets were put into receivership until the lawyers had worked through the details of closing the company down. An auction was held on the inventory of parts, some machinery, etc., however the architectural drawings were not included in that sale. Some of them were distributed to one of the managers of the firm and we have been trying to make them available to members and others who need them to undertake repair work, re-fits, and general maintenance. The NPYOA even secured a not-for-profit maritime museum that would be willing to assume ownership of the materials and make them available. At this point that effort is underway, and we will certainly keep members informed of our progress.
One factor needs to be considered with this request. Given the number of years that have past and the several changes that have been made to most Pearsons, the original plans will be of limited real value.
We of course have our manual thanks to dedicated folks here!
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