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Hi Jacques, I still have not made up my mind with regard to powering yet. I decided to get the plans and make up my mind later. So... I bit the bullet and purchased the plans last night – (the download + printed version). I have had a quick read through the downloaded documents and have a number of ...

Thanks once again Jaques.

I'm now trying to decide between shaftdrive or inboard installation. As I will be trailering the boat, I feel (mind you without any prior experience) that an inboard install would be a better option. Can someone please give me the pros and cons of each?

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Thanks Jacques for your time to reply to my questions. I have known some boats with quite a deep V to still slam, and others with less deadrise to provide a more smooth ride. Amongst other design aspects, I think the whole geometry of the bottom plate comes into play here - transom deadrise alone wi...

Hi, I have been searching for a design to suit my requirements, and I think the LB26 is a contender, but I have a few questions. I am looking for a boat to use primarily for offshore fishing, but one that can also be used for a weekender/short term cruiser on the odd occasion. I live in southern Wes...