Instead I will use an electric pod fixed forward of the rudder.
As trolling motors are just not powerful enough that seemed to be a problem, until a German company developed these: http://www.torqeedoaustralia.com/Torqeedo_Australia/Home.html
A Torqueedo travel. I may use the larger cruise model. |
While mounting the pod permanently beneath the boat will create some additional drag, I'm not interested in racing so don't care if I lose some speed. Gath Mor will be used to sail around the Harvey estuary and go fishing offshore in an area that is really very mild weather wise. I just need a motor that can assist in getting me out of the inlets, bring me back the 15 nautical miles from the best fishing spots and provide a little peace of mind.
The true beauty of the travel range is that they can be charged from a portable solar panel, even while running. The panel alone can provide enough charge to run the pod at super low speeds. More peace of mind and without pollution.
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