About the boat
Twin-screw motor vessel "Shalako" was designed by Ed Monk and Associates (Seattle USA) built by Alex Baxter Boat Builders, and finished by Nick Rodokal in Whangarei. She was launched in April 1979. MSA registered nr. is 126163

Powered by two 3208ta Caterpillar V8 engines delivering 350hp each, she cruises at 10.5 knots with a maximum speed of 23 knots. The twin engines drive through Caterpillar Twin Disk gearboxes at 2:1 reduction and 2" alvesta stainless steel shafts to 25"x25" 4 blade propellers. She carries 1800 litres of diesel.

Some things you should know about the boat
Like jackets are under the seat at the aft end of the table, and under the seats on the flying bridge. In the event of emergency, grab these out and get off the boat if told to do so. Don't try to take anything else with you.
Fire extinguishers are in the main cabin (one) and the wheel house (3) plus engine room extinguisher system. In the event of even a small fire, grab one and use it, as fire at sea is about the worst thing that can happen.
The boat is non-smoking, and we request you are too. In the event you must smoke, please, only on the duckboard or the top deck.