It's a deal. The GPS shall be delivered in person (once I have time
and spare capital for a trip down under).
As you mention in your other post, there's nothing like building
something to test a theory.
That's a good point about the range of uses for a cruiser/racer,
too. Melvin's goal is the fastest hull for a given use for a specific
boat, and his idea of optimization might only be 1/4 knot (which is a
big enough lead after an hour to easily win a race). The "optimal"
hull for a racer/cruiser might sacrifice that 1/4 knot, but be more
seaworthy, comfortable, and/or drier.
I look forward to seeing the designs progress.
- Mike
Robert wrote:
-If I , No when, I get the boat done(the Admiral has given her nod so she is now on my case) I hope you come over and deliver it in person and come out on sailing and have further arguments over the bows.
-- In harryproa@yahoogroups.com.au , Mike Crawford <jmichael@...> wrote:
>
>
> If you implement a Wharram wing sail on a harryproa, I'll send you a
> handheld color portable GPS with compass.
>
> I'm still renovating our catamaran, which is taking up a surprising
> amount of time and expense, so it's definitely not yet time to start a
> new boat. Logic would dictate selling the current boat and using the
> funds to build the new one, but I just can't stop until everything is
> just so, even if I won't get a return on my full investment.
>
> But I love the Wharram wing sail, and would love to see it on a
> Harryproa. If you go ahead with trying it out, I'll send you
> a Lowrance iFinder Expedition C Plus waterproof handheld color
> chartplotter with magnetic compass. Or whatever is the new equivalent
> at the time (should the C Plus become outdated). I can't stop by to
> help you with construction, so perhaps I can help tempt you with a shiny
> toy.
>
> Good luck with the bathroom. I agree that the beams are a good first
> step. Good practice with the materials, but no large shed needed yet.
>
> - Mike
>
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