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    Dutch Barge long distance cruisers

    Yep, did I mention that the numbers were overly optimistic? ;) I have not 'run the numbers' myself, nor do I know the exact formulas to use,...
    Post by: pfennig, Dec 11, 2008 in forum: Boat Design
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    Dutch Barge long distance cruisers

    Oh, and I forgot to mention, that with such low power requirements and large topside areas, you can put 3 kW worth of solar panels (assuming 20%...
    Post by: pfennig, Dec 10, 2008 in forum: Boat Design
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    Dutch Barge long distance cruisers

    ALMOST back to a dutch barge I've been following the Dutch Barge LRC discussion with great interest. The catamarans seem a bit off topic (can't...
    Post by: pfennig, Dec 10, 2008 in forum: Boat Design
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    which construction method?

    Check out http://www.dieselducks.com and http://www.georgebuehler.com - George Buehler has several designs of power and sailing yachts designed to...
    Post by: pfennig, Jul 20, 2005 in forum: Boatbuilding
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    Thinking of large yacht

    If you want to do it yourself, check out Buehler's Backyard Boatbuilding - I haven't built my boat yet, but between this book and one of George...
    Post by: pfennig, Jul 20, 2005 in forum: Boatbuilding
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    Ocean crossing with motor-yacht

    Don't let Nordhavn prices turn you off First a couple of disclaimers: De gustibus non est disputandum - if I could have my choice between a...
    Post by: pfennig, Jul 20, 2005 in forum: Powerboats