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Old 05-06-2011, 07:11 PM
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a.bailey
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Default RE: Getting inti sailing, can't decide on a boat.

Just completed my paradises' maiden voyage. A heavier keel and larger rudder is definately necessary. When I first got her in the water the winds were around 5mph and I'd guesstimate gusts around 10mph. It was really hard to control and when the wind picked up the boat would whip around into the wind inspite of my rudder controls. About an hour later the wind started easing up to a constant 3-4mph. At that point the boat handled beautifly! I circled around infront of the fountain in the middle of the lake for some photos.


I temporarly modded the rudder to see if that helps.