I add 4 hydrofoils removable (strap on) on Ama(s), one just before the forward hatch and another just behind aft hatch. All are cargo strapped on with no new holes in boat. Results are Ama does not submerge in higher wind conditions and the main hull foils lift boat creating a planing hull conditions. Over 400 pound equipment, crew 9mph actual wind on beam reach (90° to wind) 7.2mph no waves over bow and Ama depth 3/4.
I miss the speed of the Windrider 16 but prefer the TI (I'm on my second) even though it is not as fast. I have thought that Hobie could improve the TI and AI with a few mods more than they have done so far, and these mods of yours are very interesting, I think. The centreline fin is rigid so one would have to remember to remove it before getting into very shallow water (which I sometimes encounter where I sail) to avoid damge. Perhaps a 'lift-up' fin through the plug could be another mod? I wonder if Hobie designers and engineers have thought about mods such as yours and if there is anything in the pipeline for future TI and AI. Thanks for the video.
Starting about two years ago, I did some similar experiments by adding surfboard skegs to some cassette plug drive well inserts. The problem I ran into was that the tabs on the cassette plugs are not strong enough to withstand the lateral pressure and tend to break off.
Nice work! The fins on the amas seem to really improve stability. Hobie should incorporate this idea. Did you use surfboard skegs or what type of fin are they?
Hi Gary if you were to put fins on each side of the hulls but more towards the bow under the AMAS you would get more lift ,,,might be an interesting idea 💡 😀
How well did this mod last over time? Just wondering just how much more PPI is exerted on the stress points and if the added stress wore anything out faster or break over time. Great idea by the way.
hi Gary the splash guard can you make one please i cant make it my self one of my hands is stuffed it dost work any more can i buy from you Im in south Australia
All great ideas. Thank you for posting. It looks like that Lexan / polycarbonate shield works fantastic.
Love that splash guard!
I add 4 hydrofoils removable (strap on) on Ama(s), one just before the forward hatch and another just behind aft hatch. All are cargo strapped on with no new holes in boat. Results are Ama does not submerge in higher wind conditions and the main hull foils lift boat creating a planing hull conditions. Over 400 pound equipment, crew 9mph actual wind on beam reach (90° to wind) 7.2mph no waves over bow and Ama depth 3/4.
Thats so kool, im gonna make one of them soon as i get a new rudder, or find something else to use on the bottom of that plug!
I miss the speed of the Windrider 16 but prefer the TI (I'm on my second) even though it is not as fast. I have thought that Hobie could improve the TI and AI with a few mods more than they have done so far, and these mods of yours are very interesting, I think. The centreline fin is rigid so one would have to remember to remove it before getting into very shallow water (which I sometimes encounter where I sail) to avoid damge. Perhaps a 'lift-up' fin through the plug could be another mod? I wonder if Hobie designers and engineers have thought about mods such as yours and if there is anything in the pipeline for future TI and AI. Thanks for the video.
Starting about two years ago, I did some similar experiments by adding surfboard skegs to some cassette plug drive well inserts. The problem I ran into was that the tabs on the cassette plugs are not strong enough to withstand the lateral pressure and tend to break off.
Nice work! The fins on the amas seem to really improve stability. Hobie should incorporate this idea. Did you use surfboard skegs or what type of fin are they?
Hi Gary if you were to put fins on each side of the hulls but more towards the bow under the AMAS you would get more lift ,,,might be an interesting idea 💡 😀
Love the ideas and experiments (just what the TI is made for!). How is the splash guard holding up? I have tried a few with limited success.
Hi Gary,
How well did this mod last over time? Just wondering just how much more PPI is exerted on the stress points and if the added stress wore anything out faster or break over time. Great idea by the way.
Are you noticing less sumbarine on your amas at higher knots and stronger winds? Is the fins on the ama increasing your speeds?
Hi Gary,
Why did you choose the mid location of the fins on the amas vs. closer to the front?
Do you sit in the front seat while sailing alone?
hi Gary the splash guard can you make one please i cant make it my self one of my hands is stuffed it dost work any more can i buy from you Im in south Australia