This design came from a customer who wanted to minimize wetted area and sweepback. Well known in the class, he knows what he's looking for in a fast rudder.
Fiberglass over Douglas Fir, it comes in right about minimum weight.
The design has been updated to take advantage of the 2003 rule changes.
Here's what one customer has had to say: "Its
about half way through our season, so I thought I give you an update on
your rudder. The boat is performing well. I'm competitive
in our small fleet, so I know the rudder is
helping.... Best, Rob"
Phil's Foils supports the Rhodes 19 class, donating
a rudder for raffle at the 2003 Eastern Regionals:
" Phil:
The regatta went well.
Your rudder was a big hit. It was won by [... ] from the Rockport fleet.
She was thrilled to get
it. People
are very interested in your construction techniques and even more
interested in your price. I think you will get an order to two. There
were 22 boats at the event all of whom got your coupon in the
registration bag."
And again, with a deeply discounted one for auction at the '95 Nationals.
