DN yacht performance gears
Season is almost over and I am super happy to conclude a series of tests of various DN aerodynamic upgrades. All of developments should be uploaded by end of March. Stay tuned for updates.
I added Aerodynamic upgrades to top menu for easier navigation in future.
Steering with your knees is nothing unusual. Telescopic type of tiller is straight and requires additional fixture to be grabbed by the knees. This is just another idea of how it could be done. This piece od DN jewelery is 3D printed with carbon fibre filament making it very strong and super light with only 34 grams (1.2 oz).
This particular fixture is designed for 34mm in diameter tiller pipe but can be customized to any desired cross section. In my case it is used for Vaiko Vooremaa’s hull.
Email me for details.
Stop watching this post if you think plywood boom jaw works just fine for you. I agree, in most cases it does.
But this is a part of DN jewelery and this tiny but important detail has to look good too. And it does.
Go to Boom jaws menu to learn more.
Covid kept me locked for 14 days. This is a side effect of having extra time. And this is not the only project I’ve beed working on 😉
At speeds greater than 100kmh aerodynamics start to play a role. This is my upgrade for sidestays adjuster. 3D modeled and printed shell accomodates standard adjuster. Vinyl carbon foil adds a great look.
And this is how it’s made:
This is must have for every plank. It protects the plank against spikes. And there are many ways to do it. Some use rubber, some use all sort of plastics. I like it to offer supreme protection and cool carbon look;)
To build my pads I use:
The outer layer is peel ply. This will leave rough anti slippery surface once you peel it off.Â
Notice small wood blocks hanging on both sides serving as weight to bend laminated edges for perfect fit.Â
MMA adhesive. Of course!
This is how I press it and wait for adhesive to cure. Wooden block prevents middle part from being lifted as sides are compressed.Â
The next DNTT04 is out! This time few tips and ideas for those of you, who would like to start or master vacuum bagging technology.Â
All my planks since very beginning are made in vacuum infusion which is a level up process compared to vacuum bagging. Highest quality and consistent results are possible thanks to controlled process.Â
However vacuum bagging is the best method to modify your plank. Vacuum helps to press wet layers of reinforcement and evacuate excess resin from your laminate if you try to stiffen the plank. This is a must know method if you think about modifying your plank bend characteristic.
100 clips compilation about essential moments in making DN runner plank shot over a busy week. Feels almost unreal.
Runner plank plays a key role in developing top speed of an ice boat.
This is one of many scenes I need to film in order to produce new episode of DN Tech Talk. Playing around with lights and camera set up pushes me to learn new discipline to deliver reasonable film quality. Is it worth it?Â
Specification E.9 is the most “deadly” spec of all. A lot of sailors including top ones paid the highest price of disqualification for not knowing or not understanding this rule.
Watch, check, rework and enjoy safe sailing.
This episode of DN Tech Talk is result of several requests I received from sailors from North America and Sweden. I tried to cover this challenging topic within 30 minutes. Hope you learn something and enjoy watching.