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The Professional’s Approach: Replacing a Problematic Hatch with a Proven Structural Portlight

Topic Overview: We permanently eliminate a chronic leak point and increase deck panel strength by removing a problematic overhead hatch and

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Structural Cabinetry: The Engineering Behind Lightweight Boat Furniture

Author: Shayne and Anna Topic Overview: This post details the design and fabrication of non-structural cabinetry that serves a critical structural purpose.

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Composite Door Installation, Flow Coat Application, and Steering System Analysis

Author: Shayne and Anna Topic: This post details the ongoing refit of the starboard stateroom, focusing on the practical installation of a

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From Atlantic Crossings to America’s Cup: Paikea’s Barcelona Homecoming & Hull Assessment

Author: Anna and Shayne Key Topic: This post documents Paikea’s return to Barcelona for her next refit phase, reflecting on major past

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Real-World Test: How Our New Carbon Front Beam Handled a Choppy Sea

Author: Shayne and Anna Key Message: This sea trial proved that true performance isn’t just about strength or weight savings,

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The Pre-Splash Push: Integrating Engine Work, Composite Rudder Mods, and Custom Fairings

Key Topic: Facing a firm launch deadline, we executed a coordinated final push on our catamaran’s critical systems. This involved

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