Editorial and Article praising the simplicity and performance of the Goat Island Skiff in “Le Chasse-Marée” magazine this month – France’s premier traditional and wooden boat magazine.

I have translated the editorial into English as much as I dare – below.

Article Outline of the Goat Island Skiff

I knew the article was on the way and there were photos of the Goat Island Skiffs in France and the Netherlands. I’m not quite sure if I like the bowsprits for flying a light weather jib, but the owners are happy with the arrangement. The light wind performance of the goat is already excellent.

But the enthusiasm and excitement of the GIS builders comes through in both the article and the editorial (below)

Translation of the Editorial from Le Chasse-Marée – Praise for simple effective boats.

In Praise of Making it Simple

Translation (Approximate):