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rudder foot control
« on: December 03, 2013, 10:56:38 AM »
I want to put a rudder on a 16-5 build.
Never seen a ruddered SUP irl.

Where should I put the foot controller for goffy foot in relation to normal standing position ?  Dimensions welcome!  

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Re: rudder foot control
« Reply #1 on: December 05, 2013, 10:23:04 AM »
Really need help!  want to start lamination soon.

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Re: rudder foot control
« Reply #2 on: December 05, 2013, 11:03:15 AM »
I'm not sure exactly what you are asking but for goofy foot steering, you want to be able to control the rudder with your right foot toes.  Where you stand on the board depends on the proper trim, which is hard to determine without first using the board.  The ideal trim position depends on conditions (i.e. flat water further forward, downwinders further back) as well as the volume distribution, rider weight and rocker line of the board.  There is not really a formula you can follow.  If you have to put it in before glassing you can use the volume center (balance point) of the board as a guide and make the controller arm position adjustable so you can adjust it once you find the right trim position.
« Last Edit: December 05, 2013, 11:06:25 AM by blueplanetsurf »
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Re: rudder foot control
« Reply #3 on: December 05, 2013, 11:48:02 AM »
Hi Blue,

Assume i am standing on thé board in normal flat water and paddeling with correct trim, my feet are side to side.
Assume I have a SIC Maui type foot pin. Where is the end of the pin( that I will push with my foot)  in relation to my big toe on my right foot? 

Appreciate the help.

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Re: rudder foot control
« Reply #4 on: December 05, 2013, 12:50:37 PM »
between the toes.
There is a picture in this post, I'll post it here as well
http://zenwaterman.blogspot.com/2009/11/sup-race-board-comparison-planing-vs.html
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Re: rudder foot control
« Reply #5 on: December 06, 2013, 10:50:15 AM »
Hi Robert,
Thanks for sharing your expertice. I got it figured out now.

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Re: rudder foot control
« Reply #6 on: December 07, 2013, 12:09:53 AM »
No problem, please post some pictures when your board is done.
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