Sven Yrvind · video

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Sven Yrvind increases the length of his boat design from 5.2 meters to 5.6 meters by adding 40 centimeters to the hull.6:14 This modification raises the waterline to 1.4 meters and expands the interior living space, specifically around the daggerboard hatch and the aft mast area.4:36 The hull construction utilizes carbon fiber to maintain structural stiffness, preventing the shape from bending after removal from the mold.7:53 The updated design increases the sail area from 12 square meters to 13.7 square meters.6:42 The interior layout accommodates a person five feet tall, with the builder intending to use the model as a prototype for future rentals once he reaches New Zealand.8:26 Current work involves cleaning the hull, cutting off the mold, and finalizing the interior configuration.6:15

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