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: The successful adaptation of an America’s Cup mast for cruising proves that high-performance engineering and practical, safe operation are
Engineering Paikea’s Rig: Adapting America’s Cup Technology for Cruising Read More »
Author: Shayne and Anna Key Message: This sea trial proved that true performance isn’t just about strength or weight savings,
Real-World Test: How Our New Carbon Front Beam Handled a Choppy Sea Read More »
The first sea trials on Paikea after our recent and extensive modifications. We had already taken Paikea out under motor
Sea Trials with our Custom Head Car Gaff Lock Read More »
Boat Systems and Upgrades, Paikea Refit, Sailing Techniques, SailsKey Topic: This article breaks down the practical high-performance logic behind a professional race boat’s deck layout, specifically the use of
The Logic of Left & Right Winches & A Pro’s Guide to Mast Climbing Safety Read More »
This episode is all about our hard top over the cockpit. It was made using more salvaged parts from the
Recycled foredeck pieces from an America’s Cup yacht made into an aft hardtop Read More »
Paikea RefitAuthor: Shayne and Anna Key Message: The centerpiece of our rig is a mast with a legendary past: Rig #12 from Team
From America’s Cup to Our Catamaran: Rescuing a Carbon Legend Read More »
Does your laminate snap, crack and pop?! Do you know that you can tell a good lamination job from the
How to laminate repairs with carbon or eglass Read More »
Paikea RefitKey Topic: Replacing our catamaran’s aluminum beam with carbon fiber meant reinventing how critical components attach. For the forestay, this led
Engineering a Bespoke Forestay Attachment & Mastering “Wet Preg” Read More »
