Gypsy Meltdown, commonly known as Gypsy M, is a gaff-rigged, modified New Haven Sharpie.
Hand built by Captain Hugh Covert of 25 types of wood and epoxy, she was completed in 1998.
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Welcome aboard Gypsy M
Specifications
Flag: United States
Rig: Gaff rigged
Model: Modified New Haven Sharpie
Homeport: Drummond Island, MI
Waters: Great Lakes
Season: June - September
Built: 1998; Otisco, Indiana
Designer: Hugh Covert
Length: 36 ft on deck, 40 ft overall
Beam: 8 ft
Draft: 3 ft
Rig Height: 38 ft
Displacement: 5800 lbs
Spar Material: Wood and aluminum
Hull: Wood, epoxy and fiberglass cloth
Power: Atomic 4, gas
Top Speed: 14.5 knots when planing; 8.1 knots hull speed
Passengers: 6 passengers plus crew; sleeps 2 comfortably
Crew: Sails with one or two crew
Ownership: Captain Hugh Covert
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Where We Sail
Gypsy Meltdown can be seen sailing the waters around Drummond Island on Lake Huron or trailered to other locations by special request.
Gypsy M and Friends
Gypsy M loves the water and aboard her, you will too!
Book your cruise
Now is the time to book your sailing trip aboard one of Drummond Island Tall Ship Company's sailboat. Don't delay as there's only a limited number of sailing days in the calendar.