Talk:Corbita

Regarding speed

It appears that the recent changes to wind speeds have caused a bit of confusion when it comes to the common question of how fast boats can travel. Maybe we should do some tables and try to reach a clear definition?

Personally, I've recorded speeds of up to 20.1 kph when sailing as a passenger in a corbita, with a north-eastern gale blowing. The exact same wind propelled me alone in my small sailboat at 18 kph, clearly contradicting the old opinion that the latter is the fastest sailing craft. How about the rest of you?

EliasTheCrimson 15:36, 14 September 2008 (CDT)

I highly doubt the max speed is 2 km/h (solo), as you said, with the wind in your back you go much faster. This rather looks like someone was "sailing" straight against the wind. Just do 'toggle stats', watch your speed and fine tune your heading until you reach your maximum speed. I have done 31.48km/h solo in a cog and a gale in the back.

Ulviirala 08:46, 16 September (GMT)

I did 23 km/h solo with my corbita with a gale (Or strong wind, not sure) in my sails. Hope that helps.

--Swedish Phoenix 15:20, 16 September 2008 (CDT)

My Corbita gets somewhere around 18 km/h with a strong wind behind it, and around 11 or so km/h when maneuvering across the wind (Not going into it, not going with it.)

--Jolinar 03:45, 14 February 2009 (CST)