Fastnet Race 1979 summary from the investigations: Large differences were found in the stability curves for modern fin-keel boats and the...
Maybe it was a little too subtle...sort of pun on the six degrees of freedom - it's all about the motion of the ocean :p
There are clients who specify a ketch or yawl rig when commissioning a new yacht design, thus the NA will design the hull/rudder in such a way to...
Looks like an International Moth with training wheels.
In answer to your original question... First of all my answer are based upon techniques used in wind tunnels and tow tanks. Second, given your...
Ketch does rhyme with retch. In a ketch or yawl is can be difficult to balance the CE, CG, and CLP when the rig inherently induces yaw in a...
Bilge keels on sailboats is still considered bleeding edge experimental and is only suitable for people who are very experienced and willing to...
My recommendations would be a schooner rather than a ketch rig. A schooner of the size you are talking about: Easily single handed You...
Chesapeake Bay area? Sounds like a sharpie or skipjack would fit the limited specs very nicely. You are not likely to find a used one for sale,...
Ranger still holds the America's Cup record for the fastest race - 3 hrs 7min 49sec
