The 14′ 6″ clinker boat ‘
Brenda Jean
‘, designed and built by Justin Adkin, was launched from Beer beach in the summer of 1999. She was originally for rowing only, but the following winter Beer Lugger sails were made for her and she was allowed to tag along in the Lugger races (provided she kept clear of the official racing Luggers!) After spending the next season crabbing sideways round the race courses, a dagger board and case were added, which transformed her into the swift little sailing dinghy she is today. Owned by Heather and JKustin Adkin, who maintain and keep this unique little clinker dinghy going from Beer.