VALLETTA / MALTA 26. MÄRZ 2015 / 11.45 UHR
The twin membranes of the SRW ‘sail’ are clearly identifiable in this K8 rig photo (above). By rotating the specially profiled spar the span-wise shape can be varied to make the sail sections deeper or flatter, as required; adjusting the outhaul and the slip between the membranes adds control of twist and camber. Top left: wing sail forces vs standard single-skin configuration. Left: a seamless transition of section shapes is made possible by combining adjustment of mast rotation, outhaul and slip
according to the needs of the SRW rig plan, the standout features being the mid-cockpit (carbon) traveller beam and tidy modern control pod. The correct traveller location is vital to getting the most out of SRW, as the sheet must work at the correct angles to operate the wing efficiently.
The raised pod on the cockpit floor includes all the fine-tuning controls for the twin membrane rig, allowing the K8 to be operated by a small crew yet still achieve maximum potential. The jib is set up with wider sheeting angles than you would see on a soft rig, to facilitate the correct interaction with the deeper chord of the wing compared with a traditional sail. A self-tacking jib set-up allows the crew to focus on wing trimming. In terms of aesthetics, the K8 Sports displays a clean and modern look, featuring a large open cockpit and low streamlined coachroof. All of the sailing systems are kept simple and neat, with most control lines running through the inside of the boat to preserve a clean deck.
K8 – principal features Semi Rigid Wing technology (SRW) Built in E-glass with carbon reinforcement Trailable (lifting keel and kick-up rudders) For one-design and IRC racing Crew weight limit allows for three to five sailors Price including SRW and all sails – €95,000 Nicolas Goldenberg, Buenos Aires
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