Len Ovens wrote:
Great name.
Thanks!
It look very close to the base plans. Stretched but not much (less than 10% - I think)
720 / 650 , indeed about 10-11%
... and probably didn't need much strengthening.
While the plans do call out the number (3) and material (white oak) if the keel floors, the plans lack actual dimensions, leaving this important detail as an exercise for the builder. Looking over other blue water designs, particularly the Glass Globe 580, I chose to add a fourth and make them heavier than Alan Mulholland did for a bit more margin (I lack his boat building and blue water experience, to be sure). I also used white oak for the bottom portions of every bulkhead and ring frame, and full width rather than butt joined from multiple pieces. Among other tweaks.
I'd be glad to provide more details for anyone interested.
It sounds like you are aiming for trailer-able as you have not increased the beam.
Definitely, this was a major point for me, he base design being a smidgen under 8 feet.
I have not seen Wave Rover in person but perhaps you have.
Me either but look forward to. Although I have watched his every video in slow mo many times :)
I would think you must have specific use for the added interior space.
Three sons. All over 6 feet tall...
Are you also planning to use it primarily for solo sailing? or more holiday use?
fun passages on the Great Lakes (U.S.) with my sons at first, then Atlantic via the Erie Canal in coming years, solo for sure as my wife has expressed trepidation...
I look forward to watching your progress.
Thank you kindly, and for your observations and interest.
- Steve