More fine tuning on the Gliding Gander

Last week I took the Gliding Gander to Long Cove Marina for some fine tuning.  When we changed the loading of the boat last year we moved more weight to the stern.  We also extended the spray rails to pick up some of the bow.  Well, I went a little too far.  The consequence is the stern is not riding up enough to reach the most efficient planning speed.  We are now going to install a double set of trim tabs across the stern.  These new trim tabs are unlike the standard type,  They go up and down vertically and will not protrude rear of the stern nor interfer with fishing lines.  Sorry fish.  By going vertically down into the water this style tab creates enough drag to form a water column which actually picks the stern up for it to ride on.  End result should be more speed and efficency.  While the GG is on the hard, it will get new antifouling paint after a thorough bottom cleaning.

I am looking forward to giving her a try the week after next.  Stay tuned.  Still thinking about going south.