Tinker Class Owners Association (TCOA)

Year: 2025

  • Swarkestone Day 1

    Swarkestone Day 1

    After arriving at Swarkestone on Friday night it looked like the weekend might not include any sailing as extremely light winds were forecast, (Gusts of 2mph!). It was agreed to meet for our briefing on the Saturday morning but expectations weren’t high.

    However Saturday did bring some wind and although light allowed 4 races to be held. At times the win came and went so it was a good test of the quality of the sailors.

    After four races the  positions are Stuart, Lindsey, Al & Isolbel, JR, Ken, Nigel, Jim & Pam, Mike and Mark.

    A group meal is planned for tonight and we will see what tomorrow brings.

  • For Sale – Tinker Tramp sailing rig

    For Sale – Tinker Tramp sailing rig

    Sailing kit for a Tinker Tramp.  

    One mainsail (sail no 2597), one jib, tracked mast and rigging, boom, rudder and daggerboard  with carrier bag – £175.

    One mainsail with “Crinan Boatyard” logo (sail no. 5409) – £50.

    All good condition and located in Edinburgh.

    Contact David Burns.
    • For Sale – Classic Tinker Traveller 203

      For Sale – Classic Tinker Traveller 203

      Tinker Traveller, sail number 203. Includes sailing gear with mast extension and window sail, oars, daggerboard, tiller, rudder. Also bellows footpump, 12 volt inflator, trolley, and custom road trailer.

      All in very good condition. Stored carefully under cover. Little recent use,

      No leaks. No repairs.

      Ready to go!

      £650.

      Location: Barcaldine near Oban. Buyer collects.

      Contact John Gosling.
      • Bassenthwaite day 1

        Bassenthwaite day 1

        Day one racing at Bassenthwaite has proved a challenge with the base winds being comfortable but a succession of squalls coming through causing some damage to the fleet. Three races so far.

        Sunday morning and early afternoon is looking quite favourable with the wind building to gale forecast in the late afternoon / evening. Therefore, planning two races starting at 11am.Now of to the Sun Inn for a group meal.

      • For Sale – Tinker Funsail 6541

        For Sale – Tinker Funsail 6541

        Tinker Funsail, sail number 6541.

        Very recently inflated and assembled, and everything appears to be in excellent, almost-new condition.

        It comes complete with its original carry bag, daggerboard, rudder, mast, boom, full sailing rig, mainsail and jib.

        Location: Eling, Southampton.

        Price £600 (open to offers).

        Contact Elli Sallis.
        • Sold – Classic Tinker Star Traveller

          Sold – Classic Tinker Star Traveller

          




          Unknown year, sail number 1400. There are no leaks. I have used it as a tender for many years but never sailed it.
          




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          • Mainsail and masthead jib
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          • 3 piece mast and boom
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          • Oars and rowlocks
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          • Upgraded valves
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          • Rudder (with tiller extension) and daggerboard
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          • Foot pump
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          • Carry bag
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          Price £350.
          




          




          




          




          




          




          




          




          




          

          
			
          
		
          
		
	
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          Bassenthwaite meet
          
			
          Bassenthwaite meet
          
			
          

          It’s time to book your place at the Bassenthwaite meet which will take place over the 13-15th September. For more details click here
          




          

          
			
          
		
          
		
	
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          Sold – Tinker Tramp (life raft version)
          
			
          Sold – Tinker Tramp (life raft version)
          
			
          

          Sail number 5630, comes with full sailing rig (3 piece mast, boom, mainsail, jib, daggerboard, rudder, oars).  Also includes inflatable life raft cover and sea anchor.
          




          Offers in the region of £350.
          




          Based in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire.
          




          




          




          




          




          




          




          




          




          

          
			
          
		
          
		
	
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          Chichester Racing August 25
          
			
          Chichester Racing August 25
          
			
          

          After the first two days of sailing in Chichester harbour comprising of five races in variable winds the results were announced and Al Parker took 1st place at this long running venue for the Tinkers. The cup being awarded was first presented in 1978. 2nd place was Lindsey and Joint third being Nigel and Pam/Jim. There was just one point between the joint 3rd positions and 4th position. Day 3 will be a motor cruise around the harbour.
          




          Everyone is now looking forward to the Bassenthwaite event in September.
          




          

          
			
          
		
          
		
	
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          Sold – Classic Tinker Traveller with or without Outboard
          
			
          Sold – Classic Tinker Traveller with or without Outboard
          
			
          

          Tinker Traveller, sail number 1609.
          




          Complete dinghy including sails, mast, boom, centreboard, rudder, pump, rowlocks, oars and all rigging.
          




          Sailed regularly locally and in France (it’s portability was the reason I got it).  I bought it nearly 20 years ago second hand so I don’t know its age, but it’s old and well used.
          




          It sails well and I’ve also used it with an outboard (see photo below).  It was attacked a few years ago by a rodent who gnawed two holes in the right hand sponson.  One was easily repaired (yellow patch in picture) with Hypalon.  The other is more difficult as it’s right by the forward reinforcement piece and I’ve never got it completely airtight so after an hour or so’s sailing I have to pump it up a bit!  Hence the price.  I’m still sailing but as it’s usually solo now I’ve downsized to a Tramp.
          




          I am also offering a 2hp Mariner outboard in good working order.
          




          Tinker Traveller £200. Or Traveller with outboard £325.
          




          Collection only or could travel up to 50 mile radius from Macclesfield to deliver or hand over.