DesignProgress 190710

I've been working on the hulls again. And will be working on them even more. I was disatisfied with the entry points in the hulls, need a safer entry point for the fore cabins as well. I'll probably ditch the central pod, uselless weight in the stay rig configuration.

DesignProgress 080810

New central pod si now part of the rig support structure, made from developable foam panels, 'stitched' and glued. The new pod is also the support for the centerboard, side loads taken by side stays to the hulls.

RigCandidate

Posible StayRig setup, lower CoE for the same SA, easier reefing, better beam setup.

HotSun

Sunshade with minimum materials and weight. Currently working to see if the setup is usable while sailing leisurely. Using just the boom, a halyard and a couple of lines.

SoftTop

Currently working on a convertible splash/wind guard, easy to pop up&fold down.

A for AFRICA

I have modified the steering linkage, too many components previously, less components now, lighter.

DesignProgress 010710

Project is moving forward, I was able to lift the bow foil with about 10cm, that also raises the pole a bit, very beneficial. Also making progress with my cnc machine, will be ready 'some' time soon. I cut the rig back to 12m height, some reduction in sail area, but still plenty.