Re: [Paddlewise] Caribou Designer

From: Sailboat Restorations, Inc. <sailboatrestorations_at_worldnet.att.net>
Date: Wed, 17 May 2000 07:45:58 -0700
>
> As far as the Caribou needing a skeg, does any boat that behaves
reasonably
> well really need a skeg?

The boat holds its course a little better in surfing or crosswind conditions
with the skeg down.  I like the design, appearance, feel and performance of
the boat generally.  As far as I'm concerned, that ends the question.  Any
further "debate" strikes me as largely academic and based more on various
preconceptions about skegs and rudders, than on realistic and practical
issues.
Mark L

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