Rob, The area of the rudder that is forward of the post counteracts the the force on the back of the rudder, making the boat "easier" to steer. As you noticed these boats simply do not go in a straight line when you let go of the tiller, but if you think that is bad, just wait until you are going backwards under power.
Bob Stockley Sundance #2436 --- In [email protected], "RobAdkins" <robadk...@...> wrote: > > hi all, > > upon first sailing my c27 i noticed the tiller can get away from me mighty > quickly if i'm not careful. this was not the case with my old columbia which > had a keel mounted rudder. i thought a bit, yes it did hurt, and after > drawing pictures in my head i've come to the conclusion that a small > percentage of the rudder, on my c27, is foreword of the rudder post. this > would explain it's violent tendencies to leap from my hand when executing a > sharp turn and it's equally violent resistance to coming back to center after > said turn is complete. i'm wondering if anyone has any clue as to why this > design "feature" exists. it does make the helm more responsive/sensitive > under sail but while under motor it is a definite hazard. any info would be > appreciated. thanks-rob >
