| Formula 16 Articles |
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| The grandfathered boats and the modifications needed on them. (preliminary results, changes possible) |
| The Frequently Asked Questions page with answers and a little background info |
| Introduction to the F16 HP class which is being formed by a group from USA, AUS and EU |
| Pictures of Formula 16 HP boats ; see how the (four) F16 HP designs look like in real life. |
| The F16 HP interactive Forum on www.catsailor.com. Used for your input on the framework and class |
| General class information : |
| The F16 HP BOXRULE, The finialized class rules can be found here |
| Mathematical F16 HP 2-up performance analysis, F16HP is as fast as F18 and could be made faster |
| Comparative F16 HP 1-up performance analysis, beats the 17 ft solo boats and runs with A-cat / M18 |
| Comparing Performance Ratios F16 HP to F18, Texel, ISAF handicap ratings, heeling moments etc. |
| The name change from F16 High Tech to F16 High Performance, read more about it |
| Real life experiences with F16 HP's from the sailors themself or of reporters of sailing events |
| Catamaran design specific information : |
| Tech corner for the F16 HP ("how-to" and background info) |
| Online sailing magazine test reports ; design reviews as published by multihull magazine and others |
| The David and Goliath Cup, An inaugural F16 HP competition from 1 okt 2001 till 30 sept 2002 |
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| Analysis of several Genaker mast setups, what is the best way to retrofit your boat with a genaker. |
| How to rig your Taipan 4.9 properly, A grant small boat with many adjustments, great article with pics |
| Document data By : Wouter Hijink Created : 12 march 2002 Last updated : 14 Januari 2003 Classification : General overview Copyright : Restricted Shareware Status : Being optimized and expanded Comments : Background article to the Formula 16 class |
| Related Links |
| Created by : projectgroup 12 march 2002 |
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| Complete listing of the weight of spi setup components Much needed, also give several overall weights |
| Optimal competitive (F16) crew weight of Taipan 4.9's, a proper statistical analysis arriving at 140 kg |
| The F16 HP optimal crew weight, a proper statistical analysis says 140 kg/310 lbs; ideal for mixed crews |
| How to ventilate your hulls in unsheltered conditions without gethering sand and debrie in your hulls |