DRAGONFLY Trimarans User Forum

Please use the FOR SALE/WANTED page of the DF User Forum to place an advert as here is not the proper place for it.
Thank you for your understanding and your support of the DF User Forum which has been going for over 22 years now.

IT'S DONE
The new 2023 Dragonfly Trimarans User Forum is now complete inclusive the popular Nautical Dictionary and the archived 2001-2006 forum.

Gehe bitte auf der Dragonfly Trimarans User Forum Webbseite zu
-Home
- Dragonflys for Sale/Wanted
- Place an Advert

It's nearly done. Please have a look.
If you find any errors or broken links (error 404) please let me know so that I can correct it.
Anyway, what do you think about the new website?
Bo

Work is in progress to update the DF User Forum to make it compatible with all devices (PC, Laptop, Tablet Smartphone etc).
As you can see the actual forum is already working and the other pages will follow in due course.

And now the third video:

Reaching: explaining Boomvang system, Barberhaul & headsail trim and How to use the Code-0.

see above

The first two videos are online: Upwind and downwind sailing.
Happy viewing and a Happy New Year to all!

Quorning Boats announced a new Sail Guide for the Dragonfly Trimarans : " For quite some time we have been asked to make a series of videos that shows how to sail and trim a Dragonfly Trimaran. We have listened and have now done it! Therefore, we would like to introduce you to "Dragonfly S...

Have a search in the forum for "Adjusting the waterstays" and you'll find a number of good suggestions.

Hi
I've delete above link and blocked the user as it appears to be spam relating to a site in Poland and has nothing to do with the topic.
Bo (admin)

For the lazyjack look higher up to Mika's reply, I've added it there. The others from Mika are here: Please click on any of the photos to see them enlarged! http://www.dragonfly-trimarans.org/images1000/DF1000BoomTriangle_s.jpg http://www.dragonfly-trimarans.org/images1000/WP_000996_s.jpg http://www...

Have a look at https://www.dragonfly-trimarans.org/old_df_forum/d800_rig.htm BTW: There is a Search function on the "new" forum (Magnifying glass top right) and on the old forum you can use CTRL + F to find lots of useful stuff to your questions. To get to the "Old Forum" press H...

Thanks for this dramatic but nevertheless excellent reminder! I hope everybody takes note.
Safe sailing for 2019.

For uploading photos contact the forum admin. I 'll do it for you. Sorry, can't be done directly only through me. Bo Here are Frank's pictures for the above posting: Please click on any of the photos to see them enlarged! 1) Clip in the snap shackle in the eye at the ama http://www.dragonfly-trimara...

Time flies by. It's now more than 10 year that Mike has taken on the task of administrating the Dragonfly Owners' Register . A big thank you to you Mike from me and I'm sure from all who made use of the register. Mike has just send out the latest and his last updated owner's register. He is retiring...

I've removed the "promotional link"

Location: New York and sailing on the south coast of England?
Is there something not quite right?
JoeClark I'm watching your postings!

I think with comments like: Quote: Originally Posted by senormechanico View Post Try posting something on the Dragonfly Forum Reply by "Retiredengineer": Dragonfly Trimarans for Sale (and bits & pieces) - Dragonfly Trimarane zu Verkaufen / Gesucht They charge $70 for a 3-month Wanted a...

If you can't afford the $75 for an advert don't buy a boat which costs hundreds of thousands of dollars!
Next you want to save on vital repairs or safety equipment.
Somebody said once: "Sailing and owning a sailing vessel is like standing under a shower and tearing-up dollar notes"

For a reason I don't understand at the moment I cannot add the photos to the posting of Ultradry. Hence they're here : Please click on any of the photos to see them enlarged! Steel plate: http://www.dragonfly-trimarans.org/images920/table/Steel-plate_s.jpg Long screw driver: http://www.dragonfly-tri...

Voile, Mika's pdf file has now been added to his original post (see above)

I've, after a request from an owner, created a NEW DF25 forum section (see below).
May there be a happy exchange of ideas and experiences I'm sure we'll be all happy to hear about.

Welcome to the NEW DF25 forum section which I've created after a request from an owner of a new DF25.
May there be a happy exchange of ideas and experiences I'm sure we'll be all happy to hear about.

I've added the pictures of the netting (and the dog) to TC's post above.

Further investigation into my compromised AOL email account leads me to believe there was no breach of security at my computer which is well protected but at the AOL server e.g. the "cloud". AOL's security said in a security update that third-party digital forensic investigators hired by t...

Unfortunately, my AOL email account has been compromised and been used to send SPAM. If you have received anything a link and no good explanation from me DON'T open the link!

Thank you for your understanding. I'm working on it to have it resolved.

Bo Wetzel

Hier is a picture showing a 920 on a crane hook with a set of original lifting cables:

Please click on the photo to see it enlarged!

Join the DF Register and you can check for any other owners in Finland and contact them directly:
Dragonfly Register

Dragonfly Questionnaire at BOOT Düsseldorf:

http://us6.campaign-archive2.com/?u=458 ... &e=[UNIQID]

Here is the link

http://us6.campaign-archive2.com/?u=458 ... 4ea46afb99

And the answer is ...... SMALLER ! New Dragonfly 25 Model Coming Up We are very happy to inform all Dragonfly fans and followers that we are working on the design of a new Dragonfly. We will bring the concept drawings at BOOT Düsseldorf so that all of our guests have the possibility to see the first...

Mike has just sent out the latest version of the DF Owner's Register and I certainly noticed some out of date information. PLEASE CHECK if you have received the latest list that your entry is correct. Please tell Mike if you have sold or changed your boat so he can keep the list as accurate as possi...

"...We are here proud to announce and introduce you to our new and next coming member of the Dragonfly range. This new project is still on paper and we look forward to your input as well. So if you are curious, please come and see us. ..." Anybody out there who has an idea what this new p...

They're apparently leaving today en route for Corsica.

I've no problem with it but maybe other users could state their opinion.

Bo

TC you're the lucky one - I didn't get a newsletter.

Bo
(DF User Forum admin)

I think it might be better to use a Teflon spray instead of WD40 as WD40 can have an adverse effect on some plastics.

Merry Christmas to you too !

Thank you Vepo for the lovely edible trimaran.

A Happy New Year to all !

Bo

These instruction (in pdf format) have been kindly supplied by Ken Mills.

Thanks Ken!

DF800mk2Assembly.pdf

I don't recall the maker but I know they're out of production. That bowl is made of some kind of polymer that is very light weight. Anything else you get will have a china bowl and be much heavier. Try to find a replacement toilet that has the same 4-hole spacing and you can re-use the bowl. Do NOT...

It appears the DF35 has different fixings/bolts. On the DF920 they're indeed dome shaped http://www.dragonfly-trimarans.org/images/bolt.jpg John Blaiklock tells me: "The A4 dome headed bolts that connect the beam hinges to the beams/hull are sold by www.seascrew.com. You need A4 or 316 and sear...

John Blaiklock has just sent me some details about stronger replacement hinges for the sprayhood.

Please click on the photo to see it enlarged!

I have added the details to the Spare Parts page: Spare Parts - Sprayhood

This is a warning to all advertisers to be vigilant about certain email enquiries. There are several scams out there (mostly but not all originating from Nigeria and written in bad English). Here is an example received yesterday: Good day to you there! We would need you to know that the following ha...

Jättefint (Swedish) = Marvellous

Happy New Year and exciting but trouble free sailing in 2012.

Bo (DF forum admin)

I've now added the picture to Paul's post above.
Bo

PS There should be a securing wire through the hole of the pin to avoid 'unscrewing' of the pin.

Hello Vimsa, I think you should borrow a trawling motor and try it on your DF800 going in and out of the marina. IMHO if there is NO wind you will be ok but when you have some wind this becomes another story. I remember being unable to enter a marina and manoeuvre with my 920 and a standard 8hp moto...

Have a look at http://www.dragonfly-trimarans.org/d100 ... htm#fridge

Many years ago (2001) I did create a nautical dictionary English - French - German (http://www.dragonfly-trimarans.org/efg.htm) Deutsch-Englisch-Franzoesisch Français-Anglais-Allmand to help those who don't know all the correct English terms. You'll find it when clicking above on Home and then you'l...

There are some photos from Larry in the Photo Gallery for the DF920 showing the use of a ladder to raise the mast: Please click on any of the photos to see them enlarged! http://www.dragonfly-trimarans.org/images920/mastladder_s.jpg http://www.dragonfly-trimarans.org/images920/mastdown_s.jpg PS I've...

I've just put the picture in the Mario's message.

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