Modifying Cockpit for Singlehanded Sailing, part 1, Episode 13

Cockpit pt1 — Reviewing the crewed cockpit layout

Launch season is approaching fast and items are getting checked off the work list. This week is the first part of a three part series, on modifying the cockpit from a fully crewed layout to a singlehanded layout. This is close to my heart since my passion is shorthanded fast sailing.

The Archambault 31 was offered in the Transquadra version, which had some of the modifications I am doing, and some I am not. But I am also adding a few of my own touches.

When I build custom parts in the shop it is rare that I will draw them on the computer unless it is a new boat design. I prefer the mockup method, and start out rough and keep refining as I see it and work in full size. I love this process and am happy I can share it.

Enjoy the video and I hope this gives you some ideas of your own to set up your boat for shorthanded sailing.