Re: [Paddlewise] Resistance in the real world

From: Dave Kruger <kdruger_at_pacifier.com>
Date: Mon, 2 Aug 2004 04:10:37 -0700
From: "Tord Eriksson" <tord_at_tord.nu>

> The time you need power is just a few seconds per tack, thus your battery
will
> last for ever, almost - especially if you have a solar panel to charge it!
> And the extra weight stabilises the boat, too, if the battery is properly
> strapped to the bottom! So a win-win situation! And the battery can be used
> to power your bilge pump, too!

And don't forget, Tord, when all is said and done, and the battery is
discharged and worthless, its weight makes an excellent anchor!  [grin]

--
Dave Kruger
Astoria, OR
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