I was looking at the DS by-laws the other night and don't recall seeing anything about floorboards, as to whether they are included in the weight calculations. The minimum weight of a DS is ~575 lbs:
BOAT WEIGHT: The hull and centerboard complete with all permanent fittings, fixed ballast, mast, boom, spinnaker pole,all standing and running rigging, rudder and tiller assembly; but less sails and all loose gear, such as but not limited to anchor, paddle, and all lines that are not running rigging, shall weigh a minimum of 575 pounds. Boats not rigged for spinnaker are not required to weigh a spinnaker pole. Whisker poles are optional.
Daysailer by-laws, section 5.16
I see no mention of floor boards, themselves being not a permanent fitting, but more like "loose gear". Correct me if I'm wrong, but I thought all the "DS pros" weigh and race without floorboards?!
I don't have any floorboards for my boat and I have been semi-interested in either finding myself a set to restore/use or make myself some, mainly for foot comfort since I keep whacking my feet on the centerline drain plug I have in-lieu of the plastic stopper screw that originally came with the boat...
M
A crappy day sailing is better than a good one at home...
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