Gypsy

Discussion in 'Sailboats' started by Robert Miller, Apr 29, 2004.

  1. Robert Miller
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    Robert Miller Junior Member

    Regarding the simple Gypsy "Instant Boat" design by Payson/Bolger,
    Does anyone know the design sail area for this boat?
    Weight of hull/rigged?

    Thank you.
    Robert
     
    Robert Miller, Apr 29, 2004
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    Robert Miller, Apr 29, 2004
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  3. Dutch Peter
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    I'm estimating 150 kg max. You can't lift it on your own,but moving it goes well
     
    Dutch Peter, Aug 13, 2004
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    Without rig?
     
    Slowmo, Aug 30, 2004
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    SeaDrive Senior Member

    The sail is 64 sq ft according to Sailrite. I'm not sure their arithmetic exactly matches Bolger.

    I guess the hull weight at 150-200 lbs, but I don't actually know. it's a slightly heavy rowboat, but a very light sailboat. A lot of the owners have tried driving it hard in strong winds, apparently because it's a lot of fun to do so, but there have been more reports of broken masts than is usual with Bolger boats. Make sure your mast stock has good grain.
     
    SeaDrive, Aug 31, 2004
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