Recent content by flowmad

Yes, as written below, we are not good enough to really worry that much about weight. The 1-3% speed penalty coming from the extra weight is not a concern.

Well, we are paddlers (and sailors) and builders. We have build in stitch & glue as well as Cedar strip before. But we are not designers, at least not when it comes to boats. Therefore I guess my question really is if there is a designer out there who would be willing/interested in drawing a...

Thank.you very much for this very insightful comment. While we are competing, I don't think we are doing this at a level where this would matter too much. There are many other variables for us to optimize before we really have to worry about marginal gains from weight. It's similar to cycling...

Thank you, but I am aware of this design. I am looking specifically for a C2.

Hi, I was wondering if it would be possible to design/draw something similar to an H20 Slingshot 222 or a Jensen V1 Racer to be built in cedar strip? I am aware of the USCA design "Tandem Ashes Quick" offered by Trevor (Ashes Stillwater Boats) but I am looking for something more "racy", if you...