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Hi Folks, - I am very close to ordering a ND kit, but have some questions for the ND sailors in the forum.
1) Can the mast & sails be stored in the boat while rowing (fixed seat)?
If so, I'd love to see a photo of someone doing that!
2) Is it possible to start out rowing, and step the mast on the water? How about unstepping the mast on the water in a breeze?
3) Several forum posts refer to different sailing rigs - I only see one on the order page? Any more details/photos
4) What is the recommended length on the oars? Distance between the pins? How do you like the length?
Thanks!
3 replies:
RE: Northeaster Sail Rig & rowing
Hi Erik - thanks for the info - I called CLC & got the scoop on the lug rig. I'm torn between sailing performance that I imagine would be close to the Beachcomber Alpha, & the simplicity of a "stow in the boat rig" - I'm starting to think the solution is going to be multiple rigs....
RE: Northeaster Sail Rig & rowing
Erik, where do you sail the Delaware Bay at? I'd like to ask you a few questions if you'll send me your email address. I'm at [email protected].
Thanks! Bob
RE: Northeaster Sail Rig & rowing
» Submitted by ThistleErik - Fri, 8/26/11 » 4:49 PM
I'm about 3/4 of the way through my build and I opted for a lug rig. The guys at CLC were very accomadating and its not a totally new option. THere are quite a few builders out there with lug rigs. IF you youtube "northeaster dory" you'll see a few videos with them. CLC sent me the mast partner assembly and schematics for how to rig up with my sailing kit. All I had to do was ask.
In my mind, tHe main advantage is simplicity. I envision rowing upwind and then sailing downwind on the Delaware Bay as a main activity for my boat. I expect you lose some windward performance but in my mind, that's what the oars are for.