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California Sailing News: Spade Rudder Design and Thomas Sails

A California sailor proposes testing a new spade rudder design for the Thistle class, documenting the technical design and performance benefits. Also includes promotion for George Thomas sails which have proven successful at Nationals.

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  • California
  • rudder design
  • Thomas sails
  • technical innovation