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MartinH2

Petty Officer 1st Class 2 years ago

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H.A.Kits Thames Slipper launch chase boat

Having got my slipper launch wet I mounted a GoPro hero9 on her and chased Rick's "Velsheda" around the lake for a while. Control system needs a bit of modification as I only have 2 hands but she was a great platform for "on water" video. Will sort the issues out and hoping to do better next time.😐

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MartinH2Petty Officer 1st Class2 years ago
I modified this kit by adding a full length keel after reading on this forum that it wasn't the best in strong winds. The rudder wasn't powerful enough initially so I made it quite a lot bigger. This video of DF65's racing in strong conditions was a good test. Everything worked really well. GoPro hero9 image stabilisation is awesome!
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hermankRear Admiral2 years ago
MartinH2
Madre Madonna sancta Maria
I do love these old fashioned sailing yachts. They sail like queens onto the water. I wish I owned one
Very well built yachtsman👍👍👍
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MartinH2Petty Officer 1st Class2 years ago
Another vid from my slipper. I have cut ventilation slots into the bonnets to try and keep the "workings" a bit cooler and she only tripped out once. A very light wind day but good practice for stronger stuff at some stage.😎

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