Flotsam & Jetsam
SCAMP coming to Annapolis and Improved Electric Outboard
Some good news from our friends Gig Harbor Boat Works—they’re bringing a small fleet of boats to the Annapolis show. They write:
Hey East Coasters! Here’s some exciting news that’s been a long time coming — Gig Harbor Boat Works is headed to the East Coast for the Annapolis Sailboat Show this October! We’re bringing out our 17’ Salish Voyager for its Annapolis debut, plus the 12’ SCAMP Microcruiser and the 10’ Navigator sailing dinghy…
If you’ve been watching our videos on Youtube, browsing our website, getting our newsletters, or even just casually researching your next small rowing or sailing boat, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss! There’s nothing quite like seeing and touching our boats in person to really grasp our high build quality, get a firsthand perspective of the size and interior layout, and talk through the rigging with the boat right in front of you.
Since time is short, we’re aiming to pre-sell the three beautiful and well-equipped floor demo models that we’re transporting east for this show.
Show boats:
These boats are ready to sail (and row) and come equipped with everything you need, including oars, covers, and dollies/trailers. You can save $3000 or more on shipping by picking up these boats in Annapolis! Only catch is, you’ve got to let us display them in the show first. 😉 Buy now to help us get these shipped off to Annapolis, and score a great bargain at the same time!
Look for us in land space 47 right along the waters edge.
Reader Roger Slagle adds his thoughts on the Leaky Centerboard dilemma:
I used a brass flange on each side of the trunk, with a pipe nipple connecting the internal threads of the flanges. The pipe extends about 3/4" beyond the flange on each side.
When this assembly is bedded and screwed into the trunk, with the internal threads well sealed, I used generous amounts of pipe joint compound. I inserted a brass rod thru a bronze bushing in the centerboard. The rod was just short of the pipe length so that a pipe cap screwed on each end of the pipe would capture the rod. With this rig there are no moving parts penitrating the trunk. Bronze would be better, but plumbing fixtures are less costly and the boat is on a trailer most of the time.
Big news from our friends at Electric Paddle. See their note below—Eds
Since 2017, the US-made EP Carry portable outboard has been considered the best option for short-range portable boats up to 13 ft and 600 lb. But boaters with camp cruisers, skiffs, and day boats have often asked for a more powerful and longer range version too. Now it’s here. And it’s a better value than you might think.
Higher Power: EP Carry’s new higher power firmware increases the diversity of boats that can be served, now up to 19 ft and 1,000 lb loaded displacement. It also adds enhanced thermal management for long range reliability. EP Carry has performed over 1,000 nautical miles of Beta testing on several larger boats to make sure it’s ready for your longest expeditions. This power increase is a free option for new motor purchases, it’s also free to current owners, and can be installed wirelessly using a phone app.
More Range: EP Carry owners can now choose from a wide range of commonly available, safe, lightweight, long-lived, and value-priced lithium iron phosphate batteries to produce full-throttle ranges as high as 50 nautical miles! This is possible thanks to EP Carry’s new 12V compatibility kit that fits all EP Carry motors, including those with their new higher power firmware.
Below is a graphic showing battery-cost vs estimated-range (blue area), when used on a lightweight and efficient 19 ft sailboat (Welsford’s Long Steps) traveling at 4 knots.
Looking at an example, 20 nm of range can cost as little as $220 for a discount brand and $420 for an average-priced brand with Bluetooth features. Whatever range or discount level you choose, these batteries offer the best value for range, especially when compared to competing proprietary electric outboard batteries. Batteries and chargers can be purchased through your favorite store and connections are not complicated. For more information on selecting a range based on Ah ratings, refer to their battery selection guide.
More Resources: EP Carry has launched resources to further support wider range of small boat needs, and help keep any EP Carry running and relevant for years to come.
• EP Carry has added online “right-to-repair” resources, including a selection of replacement parts, tools, kits, and a troubleshooting & repair manual. EP Carry still offers factory service, but with these new resources, most boaters can fix anything that comes up themselves. And if you need help, EP Carry is just a phone call away.
• New EP Carry outboards are now available and reconfigurable in shaft length, tiller length, or you can even opt for a remote throttle setup. They have also added new upgrades like tiller extensions, battery cable extensions, and wireless battery monitors. This is because small boat owners need a motor package that fits.
EP Carry continues to offer their award winning complete package that includes the charger and 6-lb battery for ship to shore applications. And now, EP also offers customizable range, power, and fit at the lowest possible price to serve a wider range of small boat applications. Taken together, EP Carry checks all the boxes for owners of small boats.
EP Carry outboards are custom built-to-order in in Washington State, USA. Due to high demand, it may take 1-2 months to receive your EP Carry outboard. They encourage you to order in the fall or winter to ensure delivery by spring.
To see if EP Carry is right for you and your boat, email them at info@propelemarine.com or leave a call-back message at (425) 502-5232. An expert will get back to you with straightforward answers.
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More innovation from EP Carry! Bravo! Increasing the power of your electric outboard via a phone ap is about as cutting edge as it can get. Always thinking!
Anyone used an EP Carry on a SCAMP?