Cindy Taylor
Member
The new design of the daggerboards was discussed in the following thread:
http://www.sunfishforum.com/showthread.php?t=1856
I am also a member of the Sunfish list server and a couple of messages popped up on the new daggerboard identifying a measurement problem. This affects me since I just purchased one. Where is quality control??? The new daggerboard does have an official Sunfish class sticker on it.
Here is what Gail wrote in the list server:
http://www.sunfishforum.com/showthread.php?t=1856
I am also a member of the Sunfish list server and a couple of messages popped up on the new daggerboard identifying a measurement problem. This affects me since I just purchased one. Where is quality control??? The new daggerboard does have an official Sunfish class sticker on it.
Here is what Gail wrote in the list server:
The Class is working with the manufacturer to determine what remedy will be appropriate.
The daggerboard mold was modified after a sailor lost a finger tip slamming the previous style daggerboard with the large opening and blue rubber stops and the stops broke off. In the course of the redesign of the mold, the shape of the part of the board that extends beneath the hull and its length were inadvertently changed slightly. These boards were manufactured approximately from October 2006 to May 2007.
It is estimated that fewer than 300 "Class illegal" daggerboards are in circulation.
The builder is working with the Class to make corrections so that daggerboards delivered with new boats or as replacements will be accordance with Class rules.
If you believe you have a "Class illegal" daggerboard, it is suggested you contact the dealer from which it was procured. As further progress is made on this issue, the Class and the manufacturer will share developments.
Sincerely,
Gail
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Gail M. Turluck
Sunfish 24186
ISCA Handbook Editor
USSCA Secretary
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