Lightening the load aloft: upgrading your mast to carbon fiber can give you a rig that is lighter, stronger, and more efficient, but it will cost at least twice as much as an aluminum rig
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The advantages of carbon-fiber masts are discussed and compared with traditional aluminum masts. Carbon-fiber masts have performance, strength, and durability advantages over their aluminum counterparts.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2003
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Tech notes: A fast keel dimension
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Rampant, the new Rodger Martin Diode 36 that sports a rotating keel is described. The Diode's rotating keel increases boat speed by as much as half a knot by reducing induced drag.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2005
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Another new idea from Hoyt
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Garry Hoyt has designed a new balanced rig and is looking for a builder.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2003
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