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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Bulkhead Reinforcement on a Catamaran: Beam Theory Explained
Bulkhead Reinforcement on a Performance Catamaran Why Beam Theory Matters More Than “More Fibreglass” During refits, bulkheads often get treated
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Weight, Performance, and Payload: The Logic Behind Our Catamaran Refit
Topics: An engineering analysis of weight reduction in a catamaran refit, covering the strategic goals of increasing payload capacity and the
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The Refit Grind: How a 22kg Floor Fits Into a 600kg Weight Loss
Author: Shayne and Anna Key Message: By replacing a heavy, non-structural plywood floor with a custom composite one, we achieved a monumental
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Managing Multiple Refit Projects: Chainplates, Windows, and Rigging
Key Message: Coordinated Project ExecutionPreparing a boat for an ocean crossing often involves a final push to complete a list
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The Carbon Fiber Longeron & America’s Cup Rig: Dual Upgrades That Transformed Our Catamaran
Author: Shayne and Anna Key Topic: While our salvaged America’s Cup rotating rig was a monumental upgrade, the custom carbon fiber
Carbon Fiber Anchor Roller & Stealth Nav Lights – Finishing Paikea’s Front End
Key Message: With the major structural work complete, we’re adding the final functional details to Paikea’s new carbon front end. This post covers
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Building Rudders Designed for Wings: An America’s Cup Inspired Project
Leveraging professional-grade components and techniques to fabricate high-performance rudders on a cruiser’s budget. Key Message: True innovation in a refit often
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Major Hull Surgery: Transom Modifications, Fairing, and Sourcing an America’s Cup Rudder
Executing multiple complex hull projects with a focus on structural integrity and performance gains. Author: Shayne & Anna Key Message: A systematic,
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