> Not too pleased with the capability of the Mill Creek 13 as a sailing
> craft. Due to the depth and restriction of the cockpit, it is very
> difficult to offset the healing tendency in a moderate breeze. Thinking
> about outriggers. Is it worth the effort? Any other opinions?

> Also, I find that the bow of the Mill Creek rides quite high. Nearly 30
> inches of the bow is out of the water while paddling. I tried to sit
> forward of where I mounted the seat with little effect on bringing the bow
> down. The only thing I can think of would be to add some weight in the
> forward compartment? Will this mess anything else up?

> Thanks,

> Mark

I don't have any answers to your question, since I am just starting to build my Mill Creek 13 from plans. You said that the bow is 30 inches out ahead of where the water hits the hull when you are paddling. That seems like you are too far back in the boat. Did you build your Mill Creek from a kit, plans from CLC, or the plans in Woodenboat? I would think that you will have to move your seat forward.