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Centerboard & Foil Design

The Thistle Centerboard Part 1: History

Technical history of Thistle centerboard evolution from wooden boards with lead tips through modern fiberglass construction, discussing failures, design improvements, and the development of super boards with better structural integrity.

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  • centerboard
  • construction
  • technical
  • fiberglass