Visit our Popular Forums

SVSOLITAIRE · 03-08-2021, 11:50

Quote:

Originally Posted by rslifkin

If you're looking at fin keels, don't just limit yourself to a skeg hung rudder. There's nothing wrong with a sturdy, well implemented spade rudder. In general, if the boat is of a sufficiently sturdy build and has a well attached fin keel and a strong rudder design, the details of how they achieved the strong rudder (skeg vs beefy spade rudder) isn't particularly important. And by having balance on the rudder and not having the prop in an aperture, a boat with a spade rudder is often more maneuverable in close quarters if that matters to you. And the spade rudder will steer more easily with some balance as well.

Good to know. Thank you.

**Don C L** · 03-08-2021, 12:48

Quote:

Originally Posted by SVSOLITAIRE

That’s what stinks. If and that’s a big if you can find some of those cool gems they are way overpriced or have fallen into disrepair. Wont stop me from keeping my eyes peeled though.

Or, if you see a good one that seems in good shape but not getting used, you can always try contacting the owner to find out if he or she may be willing to sell. You might be surprised, they may just need a little nudge from someone who will be a good next owner. Those boats engender a good deal of affection and are not always released easily.

**roverhi** · 03-08-2021, 13:46

Pearson 35 and Bristol 35 if you are looking for attached rudder boats and some were even made with a tiller.

SVSOLITAIRE · 04-08-2021, 11:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by Don C L

Or, if you see a good one that seems in good shape but not getting used, you can always try contacting the owner to find out if he or she may be willing to sell. You might be surprised, they may just need a little nudge from someone who will be a good next owner. Those boats engender a good deal of affection and are not always released easily.

That’s a fantastic idea!