[MHml] horsepower & sleds

[Paul Nudd]

Dave Culp wrote:
> My second choice would be the same as Ross's; big RIB (I'd go 30'), big 
> OBs,
> bridle to AB. Put 2-3 guys in the rib and no one in AB; maybe just a
> helmsman. This is the way they tow AC boats, and they can do it over long
> distances, at speeds to 12 kts, with 48,000 lbs of boat in tow. A RIB like
> that's gonna cost a few sheckles, though.
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But will retain most of its value for resale later, especially if 
purchased second hand. Compared to purpose built sled with probably no 
resale value.
PN