Trim Setting a Slalom C1

[TomAnon]

To All,

I have been slowly working my way through a complete restoration and rebuild of a Double Dutch Ultimo that my son will use for Slalom training and racing. I am nearly done with it and am at a crucial point that I need some ideas. The pedestal seat is all shaped up and ready to be installed into its final position. Two questions:

1. How should I set the trim?

2. What do I look for to make sure it is right before I glue it in?

I have the old markings and foam lines from the previous owner to guide me somewhat; however, they are just guides. One day I may spend some time writing out what it has taken to get this boat to this point.

Thanks for all your help,

Tom
Laytonsville, MD

[Bob P]

Finding the sweet spot on any boat is an iterative process and very paddler-subjective. If there's enough material, I would glue your seat in at what I think is a too-far-back position. Then I would make a thick keyed-in back shim that I progressively thin unitil I'm happy. If the added piece isn't useable anymore, I'd make a new permanent piece that gets glued in.

[edg]

I certainly no expert, but it is very individual. This link is perhaps the best resource I've seen

http://www.stuartmcintosh.co.uk/html/ca ... oosing.htm

Note the source, and the comments pertaining to short and tall paddlers. Have fun.....Edg

[TomAnon]

Awesome site Edg!

I will add this to my list of sites for paddlers in development. It is growing!