Posted by John Christian on August 05, 2002 at 18:25:23:
Just launched my version of the Double Eagle (lengthened to 25 feet). AgnesR exceeds my most optimistic expectations. With a 1989 90 hp Mercury she easily planes with 8 aboard, she fairly skims the water with 2 aboard. She handle just as well as a displacement hull at low speeds. I have not installed a speedometer nor tried a GPS but estimate a cruising speed on plane approaching 25 MPH.
I have not responded to those who have posted questions regarding the Double Eagle, until I had some idea of her performance. After my first few runs with her I am an enthusiastic advocate for the design. She is a big boat and lots of work, but easily built from the GlenL plans.