Question
The VCR state a maximum of 25 mm, but no minimum. Can we have therefore have sidebenches with “negative” depth, such that they are above the main thwart?
Answer
No. Depth is measured from a reference surface, in this case the main thwart upper face, in downwards direction. It can not be negative. Therefore, the attached picture shows an illegal setup. The Vaurien Class Rules will be adjusted remove any unclarities.