Author: Shayne and Anna Introduction If you’ve ever spent a long day on the water tacking up a tight channel, […]
The Art and Science of the Self-Tacking Jib: Why It’s More Complicated Than You Think Read More »
Key Message: A successful composite lamination is defined by understanding the loads, mastering the process, and knowing the hidden details—like why
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Key Message: A successful upgrade to a critical safety system requires understanding not just how to build it, but why you choose specific
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Key Message: Choosing materials isn’t about what’s “strongest,” but about how they handle loads and, just as importantly, how they fail.
Staunchion Sockets: A Masterclass in Material Selection and Failure Modes Read More »
Author: Shayne and Anna Key Topic: Properly tuning your multihull’s rigging is a critical follow-up after replacing standing rigging. This guide
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Key Message: This post tackles a pervasive myth in catamaran sailing: that sidestays should be designed to break before a
Sidestays vs. Capsize: Debunking a Dangerous Myth in Catamaran Sailing Read More »
Author: Shayne & Anna Key Message: Mast rake isn’t just a number; it’s the primary control for balancing your yacht’s steering.
Correcting Mast Rake: Why Rig Geometry is Critical for Boat Balance Read More »
Key Message: Coordinated Project ExecutionPreparing a boat for an ocean crossing often involves a final push to complete a list
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Key Message: The successful adaptation of an America’s Cup mast for cruising proves that high-performance engineering and practical, safe operation are
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Author: Shayne and Anna Key Topic: Replacing our catamaran’s rotten, failing chainplates became an exercise in advanced composite engineering. By moving
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