After 15 years we decided we needed to downsize. Loani is a 395, no 5, she has been our pride and joy. She has been purchased by a lovely French couple and will be based in the Girande. At the…
Autumn Boatshows – or where to catch the latest Ovni news
As North Sea Maritime are not exhibiting at Southampton Boatshow 2019 we’re proposing an informal meeting with owners on Tuesday 17th September. Anyone attending on that day please get in contact and we’ll make arrangements to meet. If you would…
Introduction: Paul – Dreams
Hi, I’m Paul. I grew up in Bristol, UK, and am now based in San Francisco, California, close to nearly 40 years. Recently bought an Ovni 56, one of three made. Somewhat abandoned for the last five years. I returned…
Re-Painting the underside
Our antifouling is in need of scraping off as it is now very thick, the primer has started to flake of the aluminium in some spots. I have been touching it up for a couple of years but it is…
Introduction: Greetings from ALTAIR
Greetings from ALTAIR (2006 395, Hull #50) located in Panama City, FL, USA
Sailing from 2018 into 2019
As 2018 draws to a close we would like firstly to wish all Ovni Owners a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. On the new boat front there have been two developments in 2018 in the Ovni range – the…
TheYachtMarket Southampton Boatshow 2018
It is with regret that we announce to those of you who don’t already know that we will not be exhibiting an Ovni at Southampton this year, after a run of 15 years. Various factors – owners wanting to use…
Advice on new sails for 365
Hi, We need to replace our Genoa and main sail on our 365 ( Mahi )after 11 years . Any advice appreciated on a good sail maker in UK or Norway and any advice on briefing sail maker to get…
Anodes – ZINC
As many of you know we order zinc anodes in bulk from the manufacturers in France and supply to owners. Of course you may be able to pick them up in chandlers in France should you be visiting but if…
Suggestions for a Summer berth near Falmouth
The plan is to bring our newly acquired Ovni 385 from Holland in April. It’s final Winter berth will be Liverpool (October 2018) but not wishing to rush and miss all the lovely South West Cruising.