Re: Modifications
>He also commented- which perplexes me- that the jibIn 100 (or 103) Small Boat Rigs, (I think that's the reference)Mr.
> doesn't seem to do much, going to windward.
Bolger comments that his favorite schooner proportions are a cat
schooner with jib added, more or less. He makes the distinction with
the normal schooner by saying that the much bigger mainsail of the
traditional proportions make the boat a 'close relative of the
sloop.'
I infer that the proper way to trim the Bolger version is to get the
foresail at the optimum trim, then trim the main till it stops
luffing, and do the best you can with the jib.
Peter
I have never heard of a twin keel boat that performed well, especially in
light airs or to windward.
But, in particular, do not make such a major modification to a Bolger
design unless you are willing to face a major diappointment. Phil is very,
very wise. Suggestion: write to him and ask an opinion!
In the matter of the light schooner reefing, Phil himself has recommended
(perhaps it was for the folding schooner) using a reefed main, full
foresail and no jib. He also commented- which perplexes me- that the jib
doesn't seem to do much, going to windward. Pivoting club and no forestay?
Bill Wallace in Houston
light airs or to windward.
But, in particular, do not make such a major modification to a Bolger
design unless you are willing to face a major diappointment. Phil is very,
very wise. Suggestion: write to him and ask an opinion!
In the matter of the light schooner reefing, Phil himself has recommended
(perhaps it was for the folding schooner) using a reefed main, full
foresail and no jib. He also commented- which perplexes me- that the jib
doesn't seem to do much, going to windward. Pivoting club and no forestay?
Bill Wallace in Houston