25 Aug *_2025_* - is this Sven from the future?

The sliding clamps wouldbe better for the lifting Sven, as they are more compact and less likely to distort under load. The other clamps failed because of the extended length of the threaded part which was less able to withstand the load, it seems they deflected first and this caused them to slip.

Smaller are definitely stronger. I bet the clamp screw can be straightened.

A well for a Dagger board?

She's starting to show some nice lines.

I am a fan of the change to the sailplan!

you cannot hurt that boat

You could always go with a narrow chord dagger board forward that has significant depth capability. It doesn't seem you should have to be adjusting it continuously, so maybe going forward to reach through and adjust would be fine and you'd have alot of range to adjust the CLA. (This is just a consideration in lieu of a pivoting type to simplify things)

Well, the boat is not fragile. No worries.

What matters is that you are not injured!🦾

Strong hull! Was cool to see the bboat viewed from that angle. satisfying to overcome difficulties.

Oh no! I'm glad yours is ok! ❤❤❤❤❤

Dear Sven, Glad you and the boat are ok! Your scale model is one of the best balanced and simplest boats I have ever seen! I like its size, its sheer, its sail plan, and how it can sit on its keels and skeg. I miss those keels! It seems that removing them and using chine runners is forcing you to add the centerboard in the stern. Perhaps it is not worth the shallower draft? Kind regards, Ken.

While it was accidental, the slipping and falling was an indication of impact resistance of the boat. Good to see no damage occurred to the boat and to you. Thank you for the update, sir and have a good evening.

So the unscheduled stress test was successful and better still you're not back in hospital with a broken foot or leg.

The plywood is slippery...I've always wondered about a front ruder facing back..

I'm sorry you had a difficult day.

The scientists have now found out that bacteria carry and use molecule sized electric motors with huge geared axles to move around. Life is not simple.

I feel it is an over kill on the amount of sails..enjoy your building and dreams of the future.

Could you put a small fix daggerboard in the front so you don’t have to build a box inside ?

Hallo sir dont you think the deepth of the keel or so small, and is not good for the stability in big seas? thanks from canary islands

What to do with noisy neighbors. I use earplugs, but it's not for everybody. Also, I guess old apartments distribute a jungle dance base beat better than my camping gear.

Dear Sven, what was the reason for reducing the draft of the chine runners from the model?

Thank you for the update, Sven. Have a good evening.

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I lake this work!🦾

Thanks

You keep amazing me! ✝️🙏❤🇺🇸🇸🇪⛵👣🍍🤗

Heck Yeah! "Ideal Conditions" happy days:) Life!

Nice job on the chine runners! I'm no expert, but a strong jigger sail sounds like a good idea.

Can’t wait to see you foiling on those beautiful chine runners!

Looks great!

Happy boat building.! 👍

Looks good.

It looks sooooo gooood! ❤❤❤❤❤

Been looking after Mom. Sorry I'm responding late. Your boat s looking so good!! ✝️🙏❤️🇺🇸🇸🇪⛵️🪴🍊🤗

CAPTAIN SVEN, HAPPY 85 1/3 BRTHDAY! Your 2 1/3 older ta my Mom! ✝️🙏❤️🇺🇸🇸🇪⛵️🪴🍊🤗

Cap'n, things are looking good! ❤❤❤

Thank you sir

During WW2 my grandfather made a wooden tire to replace the rubber one as rubber tires were no longer available. Cheers.

Thanks for the update, Sven! Is it possible to add a bowsprit and mount the bowboard in front of the boat?

I think there should be an honorary pension for people who have given others inspiration and joy. You would totally qualify for that!

Will you still be able to beach the boat without ruining the chinerunners?

Possible to just make the chinerunners deeper instead of adding complication to the boat?

What do you like to eat for your one meal a day? (If it wasn’t a one time thing)

Looks smart on soft ground. I wish you well.

Happy 85 ⅓ in the Gregorian calendar! Grattis 🥳

Love it❤!!! /Mikael PS. Calcylate on 3 liters a days!

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Happy birthday Sven! Keep up the great work. Ive been really intrigued by your manifesto. Especially your insights on how many people misunderstand life. I came across it on your website and would love to hear more about your perspective on this. If youre up for sharing, Id be excited to see you dive deeper into that topic in a video. Looking forward to the next update on your boat! Cheers!