Folkboat Story: From Cult to Classic -- The Renaissance of a LegendRowman & Littlefield, 17. okt 2008 - 256 pages This modern classic of small boat literature details the history of the Nordic Folkboat--a class that enjoys remarkable popularity in some of the world's most beautiful and challenging sailing waters. A clinker design that sails equally fast and well whether it is made from wood or fiberglass, the Nordic Folkboat has been around for 60 years. It has stood the test of time as its minimalism, robustness and sea kindliness have proved resistant to radical design modifications. Loibner guides us through all the layers of the Folkboat community, from those who sail competitively in the many Folkboat regattas worldwide, to the devoted following of recreational sailors who appreciate the sturdiness of the design when out cruising with family and friends, to what he refers to as the "Lunatic Fringe." Any reader who has spent a thrilling afternoon on the dancing prow of a small boat will appreciate the insights and journey of The Folkboat Story. |
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... weather . San Francisco , like Scandinavia , has a lot of Folkboat weather , so I found many opportunities to practice . I also came to appreciate the sports- manship in this class that still seems able to distinguish between tough and ...
... weather . San Francisco , like Scandinavia , has a lot of Folkboat weather , so I found many opportunities to practice . I also came to appreciate the sports- manship in this class that still seems able to distinguish between tough and ...
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... weather helm that is essential for sailing a boat well . The well - mannered behavior of the Folkboat must be credited to her sail plan and the flexible rig that , when trimmed right , offers an automatic transmission of sorts for ...
... weather helm that is essential for sailing a boat well . The well - mannered behavior of the Folkboat must be credited to her sail plan and the flexible rig that , when trimmed right , offers an automatic transmission of sorts for ...
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... weather . Her maximum ballast of 1050 kg makes up for a whopping 54 percent of her minimum displacement of 1,930 kgs . Her long keel gives her exceptional directional stability and her simple , flexible 7/8 Bermuda rig allows her to ...
... weather . Her maximum ballast of 1050 kg makes up for a whopping 54 percent of her minimum displacement of 1,930 kgs . Her long keel gives her exceptional directional stability and her simple , flexible 7/8 Bermuda rig allows her to ...
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... weather patterns . Americans , too , enjoyed its seagoing capabilities , cruising the open ocean on both coasts , battling the breeze in San Francisco Bay or exploring the Down East coast of Maine all the way up into Canada . A stowable ...
... weather patterns . Americans , too , enjoyed its seagoing capabilities , cruising the open ocean on both coasts , battling the breeze in San Francisco Bay or exploring the Down East coast of Maine all the way up into Canada . A stowable ...
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... weather . On a beam reach , the log measured 6.8 knots , nearly one knot above theoretical hull speed . Dead downwind the boat managed 5.5 knots , although the crew had a battle on their hands , noting " uncomfortable rolling motion ...
... weather . On a beam reach , the log measured 6.8 knots , nearly one knot above theoretical hull speed . Dead downwind the boat managed 5.5 knots , although the crew had a battle on their hands , noting " uncomfortable rolling motion ...
Contents
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Innovation and Tradition | 62 |
Folkboats in Europe | 86 |
Folkboats Elsewhere | 110 |
Interlude IThe Great Races | 138 |
Interlude IIThe Masters of Miniature | 189 |
Historic Highlights of Clinker | 193 |
The Lure of the Folkboat | 207 |
Tips for Fans | 217 |
Epilogue | 227 |
Bibliography | 229 |
Links and Addresses | 231 |
Builders | 232 |
Other editions - View all
The Folkboat Story: From Cult to Classic-- the Renaissance of a Legend Dieter Loibner Limited preview - 2002 |
Folkboat Story: From Cult to Classic-the Renaissance of a Legend Dieter Loibner Limited preview - 2008 |
The Folkboat Story: From Cult to Classic - the Renaissance of a Legend Dieter Loibner No preview available - 2002 |
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