| this a grey area kevin, first of all scale speed can be achieved by throttle control, but model boats require more than the scale speed the are modelled from. Unfortunately wind and water doesnt act as scale as we would like so more power is inherently required for manouvering or weather changes.
Obviously some models are designed to turn in their own length , such as tugs / anchor handling vessesl as this is part and pacrel with the remit on the original vessels design , manouverability.
But i do see your point, i have thought whether scale sail days would be an idea, where all models are a pre arranged scale and sailed within each models original parameters.
it would make a more intersting show for the general public rather than having a big 1/16th scale fishing boat dwarf a 1/48 tug .and would perhaps introduce a more realistic "feel" to a days club sailing. |