How does the Shoalsailer sail off the wind?
The long shallow keel of the Shoalsailer gives it great tracking characteristics sailing down wind. In very light air, 5 to 8 knots true, an asymmetrical spinnaker provides significantly more sail area to offset the wetted surface of the Shoalsailer’s beam that is carried well aft. Compared to a fin keel/spade rudder hull which acquire great attention to the helm when sailing down wind, the Shoalsailer is a joy to sail off the wind.
