What’s New for 2008

Spring maintenance underway as of March, and looking forward to another sailing season.

What’s New for 2006 - 2007

ALYAN is fit with a new propeller shaft, and the propeller is reconditioned.  General maintenance is performed as usual.

What’s New for 2005

ALYAN is fitted with a new ZF/Hurth transmission and new custom made drive train system.  General maintenance has been performed as usual to keep her sound, fast, and looking good.

What’s New for 2004

The US Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration has granted ALYAN a small passenger vessel waiver for operation in the coastwise trade.  General maintenance is performed as usual.

What’s New for 2003

ALYAN underwent major refinishing work in Florida last winter.  New paint and varnish in the cockpit is looking sharp.  A new dodger and dodger frame give her a new appearance and little more protection from the elements.

What's New for 2002

ALYAN is sporting a new set of sails for the 2002 season. A new mainsail and a new genoa by Doyle Sailmakers of Long Island have been added to the already extensive sail inventory this spring.

ALYAN's main engine, a 60 HP Mercedes Benz 220 (OM615), has under gone a complete rebuild this past winter. New cylinder liners, new pistons, new bearings, new camshaft, new valves, etc.

Your captain, Derrick T. Galen, has upgraded his USCG (United States Coast Guard) 100 Ton Near Coastal Sail Auxiliary Master's license to a 200 Ton Near Coastal Sail Auxiliary Master's license.


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