I also have the bug re: building a BB 15 replica. I am now in the middle of my first build, which is a Lightning. I have my bottom and side...
Yes, Lightnings will plane in a good wind. Not sure exactly what wind velocity is needed. Also not sure if that would be just downwind with the...
I wonder why the factory Lightnings haven't flattened the middle of the bottom. Would there be tradeoffs in performance other than when planing?...
As I understand it, they measure the hull without the rig set up so I don't think you would be able to bend it to the measurements. Mike
Hello - I have been working up to building a wooden Lightning Class sailboat for a couple of Vermont Winters. It will be built in accord...