Thanks everyone, this is fascinating stuff! Sounds like a worthwhile winter project. Building the rudder too long and chopping it down seems...
I don't think an aluminium kayak would do much for paddler comfort. One thing I like about my wooden kayaks is that they always feel 'just...
Thanks everyone for your advice. Sounds like they are already in the right place, I could probably move them forward another half a foot. If I...
Hi all, is there a rule of thumb for positioning the chainplates for the shrouds on a boat without a backstay? My shrouds interfere with my...
Hi Ragnar, I think I know what you mean. I like a rectangular planform with a rounded tip so that the foils will kick up more easily if I hit...
Hi Tim and Frosh, thanks for your replies. I'm definitely getting a deeper understanding of the physics of this problem. Taking stock here;...
Hi Tom, thanks for your help. If I make the centreboard larger in area, does the rudder need to be proportionately larger? So will a longer...
Hi all, I'm newly registered here but have been browsing for a longer time. I have a Jim Young designed "Rocket 5.5" trailer sailer which I...
