<< ...questions...how does the p 18/19 sail with the dagger board half way
down[if you're trying to get through a very shallow area]...and has any one
considered building a shoal draft fixed rudder similar to those put on cat
boats and sharpies...i.e...a larger rudder[some call it a barn darn] with a
wing or plate on the bottom of the rudder[ i.e...horizontal to the
rudder]...plate/wing improves bite despite shallow rudder...please...is it
possible to have a bit of dialogue about techniques for sailing in let's say
2' of water...and as well options on rethinking the rudder...look forward to
much conversation...k >>
Well in some circles the modifyed daggerboard/Rudder you are discussing is
called a Danford Keel as it acts very much like a ANCHOR when it digs into the
bottom. Really a BUMMER to unstick once stuck. Think about it..... <G>
The Barn Door rudder works for the Cats and Sharpies BECAUSE the rig is set up
to ballance it. Note the location of the mast on the both craft. Note how
forward it is. Not how CENTRAL your Potters Sloop Rig is on your craft.
To sail in shallow water with a Potter use LESS SAIL and Use movable ballast.
Works for me... <G>
Michael