: I wish to add outriggers + sail to a small sit on top (2.85m)kayak.If
: possible i wish to have the outridders and mast all mounted fron a common
: point at the front so the outriggers would extend from the bow 2/3 of the
: way to the stern so that i am free to row as normal. I want the pontoons
: to incorperate small centreboards and twin rudders at the rear of the
: pontoons so that the complete unit is attached at one point slightly in
: front of my feet.
: Does it affect performance having the pontoons at the fron and the rudders
: more forward than a central rudder at the rear.

You might find that placing your outriggers farther forward may adversely affect tracking, and your rudders won't have as much effect being closer to the center of the kayak, rather than farther back.

Attaching the entire unit to a single point could be a problem--you might have a hard time keeping everything from rotating about that point.

Designing the outriggers with a sharp keel might eliminate the need for the twin centerboards.

If you place the arms, or akas, far enough ahead and behind your cockpit, you should be able to paddle even with the twin mounting points.

:We will be using a small
: windsurf sail and speed is not paramount
: Any info or feedback appreciated
: regards Ma Laird