On Dec 27, 12:05*am, (Geoff Miller) wrote:
For years I've noticed that yachts for sale which are
in very good shape are often described as being in
"Bristol" condition. *Why "Bristol?" *

Does the English city of Bristol have some significance
in yachting with implications of a vessel's being in
first-class condition? *If so, what's the story behind
that?

Geoff

--
"I imagine that anyone having a nooner with Madonna
*would have to occasionally open the door to the
*phone booth to let some fresh air in." -- Strayhorn

way i heard it is the term refers to the condition of ships from the
ship yards of that port. meaning every thing was tight, rigged
correctly, in good repair, all the stuff needed was stowed where it
was ment to be, and ready to sail.