[Rhodes22-list] New electric propulsion for boats

[Rick Lange]

Mike,

The R22 already has this feature, called sculling the rudder.  Kick up the
rudder blade and swing it back and forth with the tiller.  Although not
electric, it gives you a good cardio instead.

Regards,

Rick Lange


On Sat, Dec 14, 2019 at 6:15 PM Michael D. Weisner <mweisner at ebsmed.com>
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> I just read a story about an electric propulsion system for boats based on
> the way a fish fin moves:
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> https://plugboats.com/amazing-new-electric-boat-motor-based-on-fish-fins/
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> OK Stan, I will expect to see one fitted in a Rhodes 22 at the Annapolis US
> Sailboat 2020 show.
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> Mike
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> s/v Wind Lass ('91)
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> Nissequogue River, NY
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