Skip, I do like the fact that the current rig doesn't worry me too much if I go aback. I even think I could tack it in light wind (especially if...
The stiff cross beams would allow better preload and I agree that a more upright mast would help. But I'm worried that the competition between...
Rob Z's Mainsail is similar but his is a balanced main with the stay running up the sail (kinda like a balanced rudder) while I'm just hanked on...
I collected data on the deflection versus load using a bathroom scale and a house jack. Using the formula for the deflection of a beam that is...
As winter closes in here in upstate New York, I'm thinking about modifications for next year for my 28' pacific proa (approx 1700 lbs and 300 sq...