Rigging details for the Viola 14 Sailing Canoe

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Lug Rig Setup 6.3sqm including rudder setup and Hull rigging

Online – Lug Rig 6.3m and hull Rigging

Downloadable PDF for Rigging the Viola Sailing Canoe with the Lug Rig including spars, rudder fittings

Laminate Sail 4.7sqm and 6.0sqm Including Rudder Setup and Hull Rigging.

Downloadable PDF for Rigging the Viola Sailing Canoe – Bermudan Squaretop sails – includes Mast, boom, fittings, rudder and more

Foils for the Viola 14 Sailing Canoe

Rudderbox for the Viola Sailing Canoe

Paddling the Viola Sailing Canoe

The lightweight folding seat for ergonomic paddling of the Viola

20 Lug Rigging Tips applicable to any lug rigged boat

FREE PLAN – classic double paddle canoe paddle – longer than normal shop paddles –

Information and Plans for Viola 14 Sailing Canoe

Sails for Viola Sailing Canoe

More information on the Viola Sailing Canoe

Two years sailing the Viola 14 Sailing Canoe

20 Ways to Improve Lug Sail Performance including Rig Setup and Tuning