Yes that’s basically it. Lets say for example the natural wind is 8mph and your pointed say 20 deg off the wind upwind. Now add your forward...
Here is a link to my original thread from 5 yrs ago, when I was working on the prop designs, (trying to get advise). unusual need for high pitch...
I built a tri-powered boat and have been using it about 5-6 yrs now, with no issues, however I'm ready to improve the design, performance, and...
your correct no new thinking, and definately nothing special or spectacular. but I do have lots of fun for under a buck a week
I'm just curious, have you looked at the Hobie Mirage pedal drive system, I have a 2 person pedal boat (Hobie Tandem Island) using the Hobie pedal...
I have been reading everything possible on wing sails for 3-4 yrs now and have a different take on the concept of wing sails verses conventional...
Tom: In that video I didn't have any sails out at all, The wing jib is a wing sail that just follows the wind like a weather vane would, it free...
Trent: I actually came up with the same conclusion as you did. It appears that the motor is designed to mount behind the transom on a...
OK I have installed the second motor on my boat now here is a pic of the setup [IMG] Here is another pic with a closeup of the 8 inch dia 10"...
Jeff: Awesome idea and way easier to do, I'll do that Bob
Mr Efficiency: That is a very good idea, Once the chain reaction has started and the wing is working (perpetual motion), I'm just dragging that...
I have a Hobie Tandem Island human powered hybrid pedal boat, I currently have the boat rigged with wing sails and a Honda bf2.3 motor for...
Maybe I misread some of the comments, I was only trying to point out that the EC challenge is not similar to many of the sanctioned Class racing...
I've been following some of the comments and observations about the Everglades Challenge and Randy Smythes Scissors on this thread. In my...