Rudders for all Dinghies and Catamarans

The Dotan® Kick-Up Rudder, equipped with a unique mechanism, allows the blade to be raised or lowered instantly, ensuring easy maneuverability in all conditions. Key advantages Easy start: The Dotan® steering system makes departures from the beach or dock as simple and convenient as possible. Automatic obstacle protection: In case of collisions with underwater objects such as rocks or shoals, the mechanism automatically raises the blade, protecting the rudder from damage. Kit description The kit includes: The rudder head, The rudder blade, The tiller. A tiller extension is available as an optional add-on. Materials Rudder head: Made of glass-reinforced polyamide, resistant to corrosion and UV radiation. Rudder blade: Designed with the NACA 0009 hydrodynamic profile. Its thickness of 25 mm ensures strength and stability. Manufactured using high-pressure and thermal shock technology, it integrates a strong internal longeron for additional structural rigidity. Tiller: Made of anodized aluminum (ø28 mm, wall thickness 1.5 mm), resistant to corrosion in marine environments and equipped with a protective cap to prevent water ingress. Design features Adjustable installation: The rudder adapts to various stern configurations. The upper fitting slides along a guide rail and is secured with 4 included screws. Choice of fittings: Configurable with fittings featuring holes or pins with diameters of Ø8 mm or Ø10 mm, depending on your preference. The ideal choice The Dotan® Kick-Up Rudder is a reliable, easy-to-use, and durable solution suitable for all navigation conditions.

Optimized model for the Flying Dutchman class (FD) The Dotan® Kick-Up Rudder, equipped with a unique mechanism, allows the blade to be raised or lowered instantly, ensuring easy maneuverability in all conditions. Key advantages Easy start: The Dotan® steering system makes departures from the beach or dock as simple and convenient as possible. Automatic obstacle protection: In case of collisions with underwater objects such as rocks or shoals, the mechanism automatically raises the blade, protecting the rudder from damage. Kit description The kit includes: The rudder head, The rudder blade, The tiller. A tiller extension is available as an optional add-on. Materials Rudder head: Made of glass-reinforced polyamide, resistant to corrosion and UV radiation. Rudder blade: Designed with the STEINER hydrodynamic profile. Its thickness of 25 mm ensures strength and stability. Manufactured using high-pressure and thermal shock technology, it integrates a strong internal longeron for additional structural rigidity. Tiller: Made of anodized aluminum (ø28 mm, wall thickness 1.5 mm), resistant to corrosion in marine environments and equipped with a protective cap to prevent water ingress. Design features Adjustable installation: The rudder adapts to various stern configurations. The upper fitting slides along a guide rail and is secured with 4 included screws. Choice of fittings: Configurable with fittings featuring holes or pins with diameters of Ø8 mm or Ø10 mm, depending on your preference. The ideal choice The Dotan® Kick-Up Rudder is a reliable, easy-to-use, and durable solution suitable for all navigation conditions.

Key Features: Innovative Mechanism: Allows the rudder blade to be instantly raised or lowered, ensuring effortless control and excellent adaptability in all sailing conditions. Effortless Launching: The Dotan® steering system simplifies launching from any shore, beach, or slipway, making the process comfortable for both children and coaches. Automatic Obstacle Protection: When the rudder blade encounters underwater obstacles, such as rocks, sandbanks, or debris, the mechanism automatically raises the blade, protecting it from damage. Optimized for Small Sailboats: Specifically designed for dinghies and catamarans ranging from 2,0 to 3,5 meters (6 to 12 feet) in length, including Optimist dinghies. Components: Rudder Head (Stock): Made from durable material with UV protection, ensuring longevity in marine environments. Equipped with a latch for secure attachment to the transom. Rudder Blade: Crafted using high-pressure and thermal shock technology for exceptional strength and a smooth surface. Its hydrodynamic design, based on the NACA 0009 profile, reduces water resistance, improving speed and maneuverability. Blade thickness: 14 mm. Tiller: Manufactured from anodized aluminum (ø28 mm, 1.5 mm wall thickness) for corrosion resistance. Includes an end cap to prevent water ingress. Rudder Head (Stock): Equipped with upper and lower gudgeons with 6 mm diameter pins for secure attachment. Adjustable Installation: The steering system can be adapted to various transom configurations. The upper gudgeon slides along the track and is secured with four screws included in the kit. Retaining Clip: The retaining clip on the rudder head ensures secure attachment to the transom of the dinghy. The Ideal Choice: Perfect for both training and racing, combining lightness, durability, and exceptional handling.

Key Features Easy Blade Control The Dotan® Kick-Up rudder system features a patented mechanism that allows the rudder blade to be raised and lowered instantly. This ensures precise control and safety in all sailing conditions. Effortless Launching The Dotan® steering system makes launching from shore, beach, or slipway significantly easier, making it ideal for beginner sailors and their coaches. Automatic Obstacle Protection When the rudder blade encounters underwater obstacles such as rocks or sandbanks, the innovative mechanism automatically lifts the blade, preventing damage and ensuring uninterrupted sailing. Optimized for Small Sailboats Perfectly suited for dinghies and catamarans ranging from 2,0 to 3,5 meters (6–12 feet) in length, including Optimist class boats. Components Rudder Head (Stock) Constructed from durable, UV-resistant material, ensuring longevity in marine environments. Equipped with upper and lower rudder gudgeons with Ø8 mm holes, providing secure and reliable attachment to the boat hull. The rudder system adapts to various transom types: the upper pintle slides smoothly along the guide rail and is securely fixed with four screws included in the kit. Rudder Blade Manufactured using advanced high-pressure and thermal shock technology in a metal mold, providing exceptional strength, a perfectly smooth surface, and the precise hydrodynamic profile NACA 0009, which minimizes water resistance and improves speed and maneuverability. The blade thickness is 14 mm, ensuring additional strength and reliability in operation. Tiller Made from anodized aluminum (ø28 mm, wall thickness 1.5 mm), offering excellent corrosion resistance. A protective cap at the end prevents water ingress, extending the product's lifespan. Why Choose Dotan? Thanks to advanced technologies, high-quality materials, and meticulous attention to detail, the Dotan® Kick-Up rudder system is the ideal choice for those who value reliability, ease of use, and excellent maneuverability. It is perfect for both training and racing.

Complete Kit Includes: Rudder Head: Made of glass fiber-reinforced polyamide with UV protection. Rudder Blade: Constructed from fiberglass-reinforced epoxy and featuring an integrated spar; it has a thickness of 14 mm. Tiller: A durable and lightweight aluminum tiller with deep anodizing, manufactured from a Ø28 tube with a wall thickness of 1.5 mm. A cap is installed at the end of the tiller to prevent water ingress. Rudder Gudgeons: By default, the upper and lower fittings on the rudder head are holes with a diameter of Ø8 mm, with the option to use male fittings (pintles of Ø6 mm or Ø8 mm) if desired. Adjustable Design: The rudder’s design allows you to adjust the distance between the fittings, ensuring compatibility with most boats. The upper fitting slides freely along a guide rail on the rudder head and is secured in place with four supplied screws. Promotion! When you order this rudder, you will enjoy up to a 50% discount on the tiller extension (stick).