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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... Folk- boat , a charming anachronism , an amalgam that still carries vestiges of its Viking heritage . By today's standards , a Nordic Folkboat is heavy and small . It doesn't carry a lot of sail and it still uses wooden spars . The long ...
... Folk- boat , a charming anachronism , an amalgam that still carries vestiges of its Viking heritage . By today's standards , a Nordic Folkboat is heavy and small . It doesn't carry a lot of sail and it still uses wooden spars . The long ...
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... wooden and more mun- dane , yet practical fiberglass boats , without forfeiting the privilege of a level playing field on the racecourse . Used ones , even if they have a lot of years and miles in their wake , are still good . If not ...
... wooden and more mun- dane , yet practical fiberglass boats , without forfeiting the privilege of a level playing field on the racecourse . Used ones , even if they have a lot of years and miles in their wake , are still good . If not ...
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From Cult to Classic -- The Renaissance of a Legend Dieter Loibner. about Folkboats ... Folkboat . Funny looking keel and wrinkles in the hull . " Very heavy , very ... wooden Folk- boat with yellow hull paint that was serviceable but needed ...
From Cult to Classic -- The Renaissance of a Legend Dieter Loibner. about Folkboats ... Folkboat . Funny looking keel and wrinkles in the hull . " Very heavy , very ... wooden Folk- boat with yellow hull paint that was serviceable but needed ...
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... Folkboat . In the summer of 2001 , he said he clocked a GPS - timed maximum speed of 10.7 knots , which proves that even an ... Folkboats are about . As the more sea- soned mariners know , a satisfying ... wooden A Design by Committee 21.
... Folkboat . In the summer of 2001 , he said he clocked a GPS - timed maximum speed of 10.7 knots , which proves that even an ... Folkboats are about . As the more sea- soned mariners know , a satisfying ... wooden A Design by Committee 21.
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... wooden Folkboat hull that is fully planked . Photo : Brandt - M¸ller simplicity of the Folkboat's construction in clinkered planks over oak frames was regarded light at the time , yet strong enough to withstand the pounding that is ...
... wooden Folkboat hull that is fully planked . Photo : Brandt - M¸ller simplicity of the Folkboat's construction in clinkered planks over oak frames was regarded light at the time , yet strong enough to withstand the pounding that is ...
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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