Choice of Hull Material
As per the famous Drascombe Lugger, the first BayRaider were built exclusively in plywood. This has proved to be a tough and durable construction material, especially with modern epoxy ply techniques. However, the sales success of the BayRaider has also led us to invest in moulds for glass fibre production. Today Swallow Boats continue to offer the BayRaider 20 in either epoxy ply or moulded glass fibre construction, the main difference being the weight. We also offer a carbon fibre version for those who really want to fly. Please contact us for more information on this.
In increasing weight order:
BayRaider GRP - Glass fibre Reinforced Plastic.
As per 99% of the leisure boats afloat today, the resin used being polyester. Our most popular construction choice, the finished boats weigh 430kg.
BayRaider EP - Epoxy Ply construction
As discussed above, these boats are built using plywood sheathed in epoxy resin and glass fibre. More time consuming to build but significantly lighter at 330kg
BayRaider CRE - Carbon Fibre Reinforced Epoxy.
A further step up in performance as the bulk of glass in the hull is replaced by carbon fibre. The hull weight will be in the region of 280kg. For those who want real performance gains. Please call or email us for pricing.
Other Options AvailableThere is an extensive list of optional extras which allow you to customise your boat to suit your needs. The basic spec is for the sail away boat. Most customers will want a trailer as a minimum.
Galvanised Swinging-Cradle road trailer
Hull, cockpit, deck and sail colours.
Hardwood rubbing strakes.
Custom rig size modifications available, for instance for inland lake sailing.
Retractable bowsprit for asymmetric kite foresail.
Round-section mast (rectangular with rounded corners as standard).
Carbon Fibre mast for less weight and maintenance
Extra pair of oarlocks and oars (standard or racing; optimum number for rowing: 4).
Sprayhood.
Cockpit tent (in connection with rubbing strakes, and spray hood)
Overall mooring and trailering cover (in connection with rubbing strakes).
Antifoul.
GPS/Chartplotter?Fishfinder/Depth Sounder. Combined waterproof unit of your choice fitted to the boat
Compass fitted
PermaTeek or similar seating panels
Camping table/seating arrangements
Harken Deck Gear throughout instead of Barton/RWO.
Outboard Engine
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