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Barry
08-26-2004, 03:19 PM
Looking for plans or any build info for Olin Stephens Lightning Class. Just got a freebie, needs some some work but boat is sound.

Any one else have a lightning?

All info is appreciated.
Thanks, Barry
Chris Boers
08-26-2004, 03:57 PM
There was a series of articles in WB# 153, 154 & 155 about building a Lightning. I don't own one, but I am considering getting one someday as I grew up in Skaneateles, NY, where #1 was built.

Also, the Lightning class website, which has Plans and Specifications (http://www.lightningclass.org/technical/specifications.html)

[ 08-26-2004, 04:01 PM: Message edited by: Chris Boers ]
RodB
08-28-2004, 01:43 AM
The Lightning Class Association will supply any and all construction details you may require and the cost is very reasonable. A friend of mine recently got an old wooden Lightning and ordered the plans, etc to help in the resurrection.

The Ligntning webb site also offers lots of info on construction and rigging.

RB
Steve Miller
08-28-2004, 12:35 PM
I don't have one but my sailing club has a fleet of Lightnings - maybe 20. Several of them are wood and they do quite well in racing the glass boats.
Carl Simmons
08-31-2004, 04:18 PM
Heres mine, finished it last year and have been sailing it ever since. It has already had two trips to Maine. I would glad to answer any questions you may have, especially on rigging. Also, Dave Nickels in Michigan is a great source of information and expertise. I couldn't have done mine with out his help.

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid137/p0271f69faa4f9af6d9f9ba434b97c736/f7330a96.jpg
Alan D. Hyde
08-31-2004, 04:33 PM
Carl, that is one good-looking boat.

Is that photo taken at the sailing club?

Alan
Carl Simmons
08-31-2004, 05:01 PM
Yes, the Indianapolis Sailing Club at Giest Reservoir. The boat isn't on the trailer now its down on the dollies at the Lightning landing.
Barry
10-14-2004, 03:37 PM
Thanks,for the info Folks.
I ordered the Back Issues of WB as noted by Chris.
Found the Web site also, lots of info.
Sorry, I haven't thanked you all earlier. but I just moved from Boston to Fort Bragg, California in Mendocino county. The Lightning is on the hard in Gabriola, British Columbia(and I'll be working on it there.
Thanks Again, Barry