Why does the boat look like this ?
The guiding principle is "form follows function". The reasoning behind the design decisions are a result of hundreds of conversations with qualified professionals over the years.
If you take a look at the History Page, you will see that other successful designs look so different to each other. The reasons are based on the unique functionality required.
Also, form follows materials, and efficient building methods. Plywood is flat. Both for efficient use of materials and maximum strength for weight, the design has been finessed to a huge degree.
Design Priorities
1) Maximize the living area.
Room, comfort and plenty of it. This is a small boat by many standards, so every effort has been made to make the accommodation as useful as possible. Large, light filled cabin, full height walkways, easy stern access and maximized utility.
2) Efficient performance under Power.
Higher performance under power is important, because sometimes when you want to go somewhere, its critical. It could be a plane timetable, avoiding bad weather or a medical emergency.
3) Satisfactory Sailing Performance.
This is a safety feature - motors can fail. This is also a financial feature - wind is free. This is also a fun feature - its a wonder full sport.
4) Comfort and Safety of Operation
Can you get back on if you or someone else falls off ? Can you get at the outboard motor for repairs while at sea. can you sit for hours sailing comfortably. Can you see over the forward deck when navigating from inside in bad weather ?
If you take a look at the History Page, you will see that other successful designs look so different to each other. The reasons are based on the unique functionality required.
Also, form follows materials, and efficient building methods. Plywood is flat. Both for efficient use of materials and maximum strength for weight, the design has been finessed to a huge degree.
Design Priorities
1) Maximize the living area.
Room, comfort and plenty of it. This is a small boat by many standards, so every effort has been made to make the accommodation as useful as possible. Large, light filled cabin, full height walkways, easy stern access and maximized utility.
2) Efficient performance under Power.
Higher performance under power is important, because sometimes when you want to go somewhere, its critical. It could be a plane timetable, avoiding bad weather or a medical emergency.
3) Satisfactory Sailing Performance.
This is a safety feature - motors can fail. This is also a financial feature - wind is free. This is also a fun feature - its a wonder full sport.
4) Comfort and Safety of Operation
Can you get back on if you or someone else falls off ? Can you get at the outboard motor for repairs while at sea. can you sit for hours sailing comfortably. Can you see over the forward deck when navigating from inside in bad weather ?
Careful consideration of the weights has been done, resulting in this weight table : |
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