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| Author: | acata [ Fri Oct 29, 2021 1:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Beach launching (trolling motor?) |
I have sailed Hobies a number of times, but have since built my own inflatable sailing catamaran that is of similar size to the Getaway (~5 meters in length). I live in Israel and launch on the beach in Tel Aviv, which I find challenging to say the least. Especially since I am at times sailing solo. When I launch wave height is approximately 0.4-0.5 meters and the wind is blowing from the NW (into the shore). I was wondering if adding a ~30lb electric trolling motor would help get me going, or is it no match for the waves/current? Thanks |
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| Author: | Skipshot [ Sat Nov 20, 2021 10:49 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Beach launching (trolling motor?) |
Try it and tells us how well it works. |
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| Author: | raisehull [ Wed Feb 16, 2022 8:35 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Beach launching (trolling motor?) |
I would try a small gas motor first. Here in the USA "Torqueedo's" are around $2500.00-$3000.00. Bad experiment if it doesn't work out |
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| Author: | jeff05 [ Sat Feb 26, 2022 1:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Beach launching (trolling motor?) |
I have used a 55 pound trolling motor and had pretty good luck moving into the wind with 4 people and maybe 7+ mph wind. Agree with raisehull to try before you buy if you can! Any fishermen that might let you borrow their motor to try? A gas motor, 2 hp, will work for sure! |
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| Author: | raisehull [ Sat Feb 26, 2022 5:54 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Beach launching (trolling motor?) |
Lot's of "Youtube" video at "Haulover". If it works there, it will work anywhere! |
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