I have been called by John Donoghue, a Merlin sailor who stepped in at the last minute to crew for me at Tenby some years ago. He has the loan of a recent Merlin, and is looking for either a crew or helm for the Nationals next week at Penzance. If I have the story right, the owner has had to pull out. John was an excellent crew. (We had a black flagged top 15 finish. Still pains me now! ) He is available on 07951 011553.