The "Ra"

Bernard Johnson (slithytove@earthlink.net)
Wed, 12 May 1999 06:27:11 -0700


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West Wight Potter Website at URL
http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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I am a bit disappointed at the lack of reaction to my "sink proofing"
idea. Did everyone think it was too far out to warrant a response?
<happy, smiling face, with a quizzical look on it>
A good example of my theory in action was the "Ra" expedition. When
waves broke over the "Ra" they just ran out through the gaps between the
logs. My built-in foam amount, and placement, would simulate the balsa
logs. Large drains would simulate the gaps. The cabin is no more than a
deluxe replacement for the bamboo and palm leaves superstructure.

I am still following up on the foam block. Have found a place in Arizona
but they can't be bothered shipping it to me. Apparently there is a
place in the LA area "Premier Products", but I haven't been able to
track it down yet.

Climbed back "on the horse" last weekend, went sailing in Lake Piru. No
disasters. Everything worked OK.

Bernie Johnson "HMS Pinafore"