Can I add a bowsprit?

[Samuel CroweParticipant @samuelcrowe16582]

Can I add a bowsprit to a Star45 I’m building, which, according to the plans, doesn’t need one?

[Samuel CroweParticipant @samuelcrowe16582]

Hi sailboat modlers,

I need the advice of someone who knows the physics of sailing fairly well. the jib boom for my yacht hits the mast, so it cant tack. I would like to know if I can add a bowsprit, because I'm not sure if this will much up the physics or not. Any advice?

Sincerely, Samuel C.

[Malcolm FraryParticipant @malcolmfrary95515]

If it s a non radio boat, you probably dont want it to tack – resetting the sails for the opposite tack will normally happen either at the shore or on shore, so the jib can be manually moved over. With a Braine steered boat there is usually some resetting to be done between legs on different tacks anyway.

Nothing to prevent fitting a bowsprit, but moving the jib forward will certainly alter the balance of effort of the sailplan. Whether this would be a good or bad thing in any particular situation is a totally open question.

[Terry PlumridgeParticipant @terryplumridge66794]

Hi Samuel.

Sounds like something is out of place. Some Photo's would help to clarify the problem.

Cheers, Terry.

[Samuel CroweParticipant @samuelcrowe16582]

Hi,

Thanks for the replies, I've solved the problem without adding a bowsprit, I just put the jib boom attachment right at the very front of the bow. I put in some teak in there so that is is strong enough to withstand the pressure of the stay and jib. Sorry, can't get a photo at the moment, I just put up the rigging for a test to see everything was in place, I'm still working on the hull.

Samuel C.

Edited By Samuel Crowe on 10/11/2017 21:21:33

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