The Pearson Ariel is kept in Rockland, Maine and was a participant in the 2005 Maine Cruise (album on this site). Thomas tells me it's a total of 1478 miles by GPS from his home to the mooring in Maine. Used to be family was there in Rockland which gave a good dual purpose reason to visit the boat, and mom & dad. But now they've moved, so visiting the boat is by special occasion. It's a great visit anytime they can make it. The harbor is excellent, lots of services with wonderful access to Penobscot Bay and points East.
1963 Pearson Ariel - Hull Number 131
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"Sea Smoke"
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A true Ocean Racer / Cruiser in a 26 foot package. Five foot eleven headroom and lots of storage. Sea Smoke is owned by Thomas Howe and Kate Dinneen who home port in Kansas with their Montgomery 17 - Hull Number 666 (really).
Designed by Carl Alberg, the Ariel was introduced in late 1961 and became a one design favorite of many sailors. Well over 40 years later and there are active groups still quite content with their craft. More information is available at the Pearson Sailboat Owners Group click <here>. Further information is also available in their catalog in PDF form here on the Photo Site - Click <here>. More research of this keeled craft and you'll find that Carl Alberg used similar designed hulls in the Pearson Commander and the larger Pearson Triton. From experience, Thomas says she is a great design, stable and quick, with classic lines and good accommodations.
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