Wooden Boat Industry Experts & Craftsmen
Blood Knot
Blood Knot makes hard laid cordage for knot tying enthusiasts and hobbyists worldwide. Customers are largely people dedicated to continuing the practice of traditional nautical style knotting for both practical and decorative purposes. The process for creating the rope is basically the same as it has been since about 2800 BC, the only difference with our machine which was designed and made by Graeme Creighton of Colac, is that it uses some high-tech gadgetry to drive it. While most rope made is sold to customers, some is used by Blood Knot to create items such as bell ropes (and kits), key rings, sennet frames and other rope related products.
Learn more: www.bloodknot.bigcartel.com
Cayzer Boats
Cayzer Boats are 4th generation boat builders who offer period accurate restorations on both timber and fibreglass vessels with a keen eye for detail.We use traditional techniques with modern resources to get the best results for your vessel. We also cater for all your maintenance including Antifouling, Fibreglass/Gelcoat Repairs, Polishing and Prop Speed Application. We also do Insurance work if you are unfortunate enough to need it and Insurance Risk Assessments to keep your insurance policy valid.
Learn more: www.cayzerboats.com.au
Classic Yacht Association of Australia
The CYAA is a not for profit association that was formed in 1996 in order to promote the sailing, restoration and preservation of classic wooden yachts.
The association was formed in order to promote and enjoy Classic Yacht activity in Australia. It achieves this through a range of objectives, namely:
to promote and encourage the restoration, preservation, research, knowledge and ownership of classic yachts;
to organise, promote and hold events of any and all descriptions for Classic Yachts, their owners, former owners, crews or former crews and families;
to promote and increase public awareness of Classic Yachts and their history;
to do anything necessary or desirable in the opinion of the Executive Committee that may advance the interests of Classic Yachts, their owners, former owners, crews or former crews or Members of the Association; and
To do such other things that are incidental or conducive to the attainment of the above purposes of the Association.
Today, the association counts around 120 members and its boat register contains around 60 Classic Yachts, ranging from the William Fife designed, Inter-colonial champion, Sayonara (1897), to a growing fleet of restored Knud Reimers designed Tumlaren (1933), once prolific on the waters of Hobson’s Bay.
Learn more: www.classicyacht.com.au
Bella Marine
Established in 2015, Bella Marine are Geelong's only authorised Yanmar Marine Dealers, specialising in all aspects of Marine Mechanical Repairs and Maintenance. Our fully qualified and highly trained team has all your repower, install, maintenance, servicing, repairs and diagnostics needs covered.
Learn more: bellamarine.com.au
DYSC Marine
DYSC Marine is Geelong’s newest sailing and marine parts store. Owner Will Baum has been involved in sailing for over 18 years with a history of marine retail, along with some boat building and repairs is back on the scene to offer customers great prices and great service. We will have an on-site store at WBF for all your needs including quality MUSTO sailing gear.
Learn more: dyscmarine.com.au
Norglass Paints
Norglass Paints is a 100% Aussie company and has been manufacturing surface coatings for over 40 years which are specifically designed for our harsh environment.We will have our display trailer on site for a complete selection of quality coatings and advice.
Learn more: norglass.com.au
Rex Gorell Volkswagen
Rex Gorell Volkswagen will be exhibiting a range of commercial and recreational vehicles at WBF, with our informative and experienced staff available to guide you through our range of vehicles on offer at our dealership to find the Volkswagen that best suits your needs.
Learn more: SUV, Ute, Family Car & more | Rex Gorell Volkswagen