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Hey all - came across another ad with this custom swim platform (looks like it can be raised in tandem with the engine?)

But then I noticed that the rudders are removed completely. Other photos showing this boat used as a power boat (sans mast) but others have the mast/sails.

I like the platform but how would you sail without rudders? No financial interest in the boat - just looking to purchase my 26X!

Apologies if this has been discussed before - I didn't see any postings on it!

Looks nice but as you stated I don’t see rudders.
Rudders are always in the way.

The platform I made that I copied from Profusionmarine.com allows me to have the rudders still usable. I just have to turn the helm side to side to drop them. Take a look at the other thread. You’ll see what I’m talking about. Tony

Thanks @TonyHouk. I'll check it out!

Not only do you not see rudders, you don't see rudder hardware. Except for the first picture you don't see a mast. This is a Mac trawler; no rudders needed.

Hi!

This guy maybe using the engine and sails in tandem as a ‘power sailer’ when out and about with rhe sails.
So it not as much of a heresy as one might think.
Lots of Macs have done something similar in light wind conditions or in heavy seas for stability and control.
So it’s not a purest approach but it is a practical one. Kind of a so what.
I like this operator. Thinking out of the box and being practical!

I did also notice that this boat has three different props.
A different one in each picture … black / white / grey.

The platform looks nice with a good useful area.
Nice boarding ladder too!

Best Regards
Over Easy