If you want a stiff plattform, go for the uni rigged with twin forstays. That rigg stiffens up the platform and is more efficient on an upwind/downwind course. I don't think the way to a faster boat is do add more sails, lines and other stuff. Keep the boat clean (meaning low wind resistance) and light.
If you compare the Tornado and a M20 on an upwind/downwind course the M20 will beat the Tornado on each upwind due to a more efficient rig and a cleaner and lighter boat. On the downwind it should be a bit faster but NOT on the reach.
/håkan
and I think you guys have totally lost the plot , this thread is the
Loch Ness Monster RACE
, why not start another thread to discuss pro and cons of Tekkat etc
I've heard organisers are allready getting plenty of calls from all over the world with regard to the next race (in 2009) , so who is starting to make plans for this ---- I surely am after doing two I wouldn't miss another for anything , its a long way and proved a long way in lots of wind soo far , all agreed its the ultimate challenge in uk at the moment , whos up for it ???
perhaps the f16s will appear next time to show us all how fast they are .
I'll be there (hopefully).
Another race where we can hopefully get a 25mile downwind run.
I wanted to come this year, but the arrival of our son meant that it has been penciled into my 2009 calendar.I chatted to Mikey Todd (he won the single handed division a few years ago) about it 2 weeks ago at the swiss a cat nationals and from what he told me I think it is a race I would love to do.
Daniel
It is one awesome race...not sure the boat will be there though.... twice Nessie has been gracious to her...but I aim to be and aim to get a few more to travel