 The above plot is derived from towing test data obtained during Speed Week 1999. The drag is measured in pounds. The Foiler 21 used for the tests was 'Boomerang' this craft is owned by Hywel Price and achieved speeds of 13 knots (sail number 30).
Boomerang being readied for Speed Week 1999
Boomerang afloat showing how the leeward foil acts as a righting moment
The above two pictures are copies from an old brochure. The following picture is of Patrick Mayne's Foiler 21 taken at the Weir Wood practice May 1999.
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