S2 7.9 Meter Class Association

Thank you for that explanation. I've really had no concept of how these things work.

I like the idea of the bow limb, but am concerned about the consequences of boring holes at both ends in this or other material, such as a batten. I would think that the holes and associated fittings would focus the forces involved, and result in fatigue, and sudden splitting of the material. It wou...

Well, is anyone actually employing a kicker at this point, which they find satisfactory? If so, exactly how are you doing so, and what are the apparent strengths and weaknesses of your approach?