The Rebuilding Work

Repair of a leak on the keel led to the total rebuilding of Rosalind. Inspection of the keel bolts revealed the poor condition of the vessel's wood. The spectacular rebuilding operation took place through the winter of 1996-1997, instigated by Javier Godó, the Count of Godó. The work was completed in record time: 7 months, instead of 20 as had at first been planned, and she was ready for summer sailing.

After lengthy deliberations with Godó, Rosalind's skipper Javier Ayala undertook numerous trips to England to consult the best naval architects. The project was a labour of love and Javier Godó had two full-scale models of Rosalind prepared, one with the ketch rigging and the other with the original rig sails. The decision was then taken to restore the original rig and the decision has proven correct, returning Rosalind to her original balanced elegance.