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#47
Miscellaneous / Re: Coming along nicely
October 29, 2016, 09:20:55 AM
Looks very nice! Let us see more, I like to get inspiration!
Gerold
Gerold
#48
The Hull / Re: Lifting rudder
October 10, 2016, 09:04:41 PM
Hello Martin,
how is your experience with the lifting rudder? I feel it looks very interesting. Does it word as expected?
Is the lifting blade made of metal?
Kind regards
Gerold
how is your experience with the lifting rudder? I feel it looks very interesting. Does it word as expected?
Is the lifting blade made of metal?
Kind regards
Gerold
#49
The Hull / Re: Rigging
October 05, 2016, 09:07:48 PM
Hello,
it is a standard fitting, available from Toplicht GmbH or Classic Marine, the links are available at winklebrig.org
Gerold
it is a standard fitting, available from Toplicht GmbH or Classic Marine, the links are available at winklebrig.org
Gerold
#50
The Hull / Re: Rigging
October 04, 2016, 07:50:03 PM
Hello Thomas,
I wouldn´t say expressly normally
. A gooseneck is the very common style of connection between the boom and the mast at the gaff rig. A jaw is an option, but mostly used at the gaff spar. 
I use a combination of gooseneck bands, a boom fitting and a combined fitting for both the tack of the sail, and for reefing pennants.
Kind regards
Gerold
I wouldn´t say expressly normally
. A gooseneck is the very common style of connection between the boom and the mast at the gaff rig. A jaw is an option, but mostly used at the gaff spar. I use a combination of gooseneck bands, a boom fitting and a combined fitting for both the tack of the sail, and for reefing pennants.
Kind regards
Gerold
#51
Hello,
although sailing the WB is my favorite, the work at the boat goes on. Actual the boom is in my focus. I am not really satisfied with the wooden yoke at the boom ( I have had some problems to reef the mainsail during an unexpected increasing wind) , additional the boom is a little too short to tense the foot of sail correct. As I started with the bulwark oak of local trees is my preferred material for all wooden parts at the boat. So I decided to combine a new oak-made boom with a bronze fitting to the mast. The structure is finished and I add some photos of the ongoing job.
Kind regards
Gerold
although sailing the WB is my favorite, the work at the boat goes on. Actual the boom is in my focus. I am not really satisfied with the wooden yoke at the boom ( I have had some problems to reef the mainsail during an unexpected increasing wind) , additional the boom is a little too short to tense the foot of sail correct. As I started with the bulwark oak of local trees is my preferred material for all wooden parts at the boat. So I decided to combine a new oak-made boom with a bronze fitting to the mast. The structure is finished and I add some photos of the ongoing job.
Kind regards
Gerold
#52
The Hull / Something new for the mast
September 07, 2016, 01:45:37 PM
Hello,
because I have had some bad experience with the Standard mast Support I started to built a new one, smaller with no "sheet-catchers".
I will add some photos if I have finished and installed.
Gerold
Added 25th of september: Fitted to the boat and tested at the lake: it works and I believe it looks nice.
Gerold
because I have had some bad experience with the Standard mast Support I started to built a new one, smaller with no "sheet-catchers".
I will add some photos if I have finished and installed.
Gerold
Added 25th of september: Fitted to the boat and tested at the lake: it works and I believe it looks nice.
Gerold
#53
Miscellaneous / Re: Winklebrig Queries
August 17, 2016, 09:48:49 PM
Hello,
My WB is afloat since end of May2016, I didn't had any problems because of that.
Because of the bowsprit I go backwards to the boat bridge. Otherwise I see a problem to jump on board or leave it.
Regarding sailing properties of my WB up to 4 Bft. I feel very comfortable on this boat, sailing on a lake off app. 13,5 km2. I think it depends to experience and expectations of each individual onboard.
Regards
Gerold
My WB is afloat since end of May2016, I didn't had any problems because of that.
Because of the bowsprit I go backwards to the boat bridge. Otherwise I see a problem to jump on board or leave it.
Regarding sailing properties of my WB up to 4 Bft. I feel very comfortable on this boat, sailing on a lake off app. 13,5 km2. I think it depends to experience and expectations of each individual onboard.
Regards
Gerold
#54
The Hull / Sailing area
August 15, 2016, 10:41:47 AM
Hello Ken,
I hope the link works:
https://www.google.co.uk/maps/place/52%C2%B031'31.3%22N+8%C2%B021'27.4%22E/@52.525372,8.3564927,355m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x0!8m2!3d52.525372!4d8.357625
Weather was fine, and I enjoyed a great saturday. Looking forward to the next weekend...
Gerold
I hope the link works:
https://www.google.co.uk/maps/place/52%C2%B031'31.3%22N+8%C2%B021'27.4%22E/@52.525372,8.3564927,355m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x0!8m2!3d52.525372!4d8.357625
Weather was fine, and I enjoyed a great saturday. Looking forward to the next weekend...
Gerold
#55
The Hull / Re: Interior construction
August 05, 2016, 01:23:57 PM
Hello Martin,
exact the way I want to do it! The only difference, I will add an intermediate floor to save space below the chain box. Considering the weight of the complete chain (I use 20 m of 8mm stainless steel) I´ll use a solid substructure.
Regards
Gerold
This Weekend all days 3 to 4 Beaufort at the Duemmer lake will be an irresistible Invitation
exact the way I want to do it! The only difference, I will add an intermediate floor to save space below the chain box. Considering the weight of the complete chain (I use 20 m of 8mm stainless steel) I´ll use a solid substructure.
Regards
Gerold
This Weekend all days 3 to 4 Beaufort at the Duemmer lake will be an irresistible Invitation
#56
The Hull / Interior construction
August 01, 2016, 11:22:50 AM
Hello!
Although I use nearly every weekend for sailing and learning I am looking forward to autumn and winter. Two projects are in process of planning:
- installation of a chain locker with drainage unter the bow-deck
- built-in cupboard in the bow of my WB
Does anyone have experience with similar ideas?
Kind regards
Gerold
Although I use nearly every weekend for sailing and learning I am looking forward to autumn and winter. Two projects are in process of planning:
- installation of a chain locker with drainage unter the bow-deck
- built-in cupboard in the bow of my WB
Does anyone have experience with similar ideas?
Kind regards
Gerold
#57
The Engine / Some days with the Torqueedo 1003S
July 23, 2016, 05:58:02 PM
Hello,
as I wrote I have installed the Torqueedo and made some trips with the new equipment.
First of all, it is important to become familiar with the motor handling reading the manual and exercise all functions and the effects to the boat before gravely situations happens.
I didn´t -as a result I have to repair a hole at the bow
But, the motor is a efficient propulsion for my WB. Against 4 Bft. (at a lake, with fetch of app. 4 km) the WB runs with app. 4 knots, the motor would last 45 min as the motor display says.
Sound of the motor, especially at full speed, is like a turbine, but at normal conditions, today at 2-3 Bft., it runs at 20 to 30 % power and it is ok. Definitly a combustion engine will be much more distinctly.
If the boat is sailing and the motor is still in in position, the screw begins to rotate by the flow. This begins at a speed of app. 4 km/h. I decided to remove the motor if I want to sail only.
This year I will stay at the Duemmer Lake only, next year Northsea and Baltic Sea (coastal areas) will be my testing area.
I`ve added photos of installation space of Torqueedo.
Kind regards
Gerold
as I wrote I have installed the Torqueedo and made some trips with the new equipment.
First of all, it is important to become familiar with the motor handling reading the manual and exercise all functions and the effects to the boat before gravely situations happens.
I didn´t -as a result I have to repair a hole at the bow
But, the motor is a efficient propulsion for my WB. Against 4 Bft. (at a lake, with fetch of app. 4 km) the WB runs with app. 4 knots, the motor would last 45 min as the motor display says.
Sound of the motor, especially at full speed, is like a turbine, but at normal conditions, today at 2-3 Bft., it runs at 20 to 30 % power and it is ok. Definitly a combustion engine will be much more distinctly.
If the boat is sailing and the motor is still in in position, the screw begins to rotate by the flow. This begins at a speed of app. 4 km/h. I decided to remove the motor if I want to sail only.
This year I will stay at the Duemmer Lake only, next year Northsea and Baltic Sea (coastal areas) will be my testing area.
I`ve added photos of installation space of Torqueedo.
Kind regards
Gerold
#58
The Engine / Torqueedo Electric outboards
July 06, 2016, 05:32:33 PM
Hello Martin,
I have purchased the Torqueedo 1003S, but had to find out space between the motor bracket and the boat is too short. So I decided to manufacture a stainless steel trough and build into the inner stern side. It fits very well.
For those who want to use the Torqueedo too or have similar problems I add the constructional drawing for replication. I will add a photo of the installation later.
Kind regards
Gerold
I have purchased the Torqueedo 1003S, but had to find out space between the motor bracket and the boat is too short. So I decided to manufacture a stainless steel trough and build into the inner stern side. It fits very well.
For those who want to use the Torqueedo too or have similar problems I add the constructional drawing for replication. I will add a photo of the installation later.
Kind regards
Gerold
#59
The Engine / Torqueedo Electric outboards
June 21, 2016, 09:11:16 AM
Because of legal restrictions using fuel engines on lakes I want to replace my 6 PC mariner by a Torqueedo 1003S. Adding a second Batterie pack I believe I have enough electric power for all "normal" situations. 
I have readed the last posts of this thread, the last two years no additional experiences were posted. Does anyone have made additional trips with a electrical outboard, especially the Torqueedo system? I do not expect a motorboat characteristic and I feel comfortable with the absence of fuel or noise at my boat.
I will be for one week at the Schlei and Flensburger Förde. This will be my testing period for the alternative electrical outboard System, I will report.
Gerold
I have readed the last posts of this thread, the last two years no additional experiences were posted. Does anyone have made additional trips with a electrical outboard, especially the Torqueedo system? I do not expect a motorboat characteristic and I feel comfortable with the absence of fuel or noise at my boat.
I will be for one week at the Schlei and Flensburger Förde. This will be my testing period for the alternative electrical outboard System, I will report.
Gerold
#60
The Hull / Return of WB 120
May 30, 2016, 04:04:44 PM
Hey friends,
after nearly one year refit yesterday the WB 120 "VROUW KIRSTEN" returned to the sea. Please find enclosed some of the first pictures. If the weather becomes better here I will add some more.
We only had 1 1/2 Bft. yesterday, but it was a great moment for me to navigate her the first time.
Regards
Gerold
after nearly one year refit yesterday the WB 120 "VROUW KIRSTEN" returned to the sea. Please find enclosed some of the first pictures. If the weather becomes better here I will add some more.
We only had 1 1/2 Bft. yesterday, but it was a great moment for me to navigate her the first time.
Regards
Gerold