RideTheWind
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #568 of 869 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
New version available from my GitHub repo: https://github.com/cdurbin1970/RideTheWind
Source code is also there.
I won't be releasing new versions here.
RideTheWind by SilverHawk1 - https://github.com/cdurbin1970/RideTheWind
This mod allows you to tweak boat settings for better QOL. It was inspired by a couple of different mods that were available.
Like most mods, this mod requires BepInEx in order to run.
Drop it into your {install_dir}/bepinex/plugins directory
The config file is located in {install_dir}/bepinex/config
Config options
Turn Debug on (default false). Leave this on false as it will spam your log and console.
DebugMode = false
Enable the mod (default true)
ModEnabled = true
Automatically check for newer versions? (default false)
VersionCheck = false
When safe settings are enabled, the wind speed is only increased for Longships up
to a maximum of 6. When false, it will work with any ship or raft and no max value. At 10,
your ship is VERY difficult to steer. REMEMBER: the faster you go, the more damage your boat
will take when you hit something. At high values, it is quite likely your boat will be destroyed
in the middle of the ocean.
SafeSettings = true
Should we enable the wind behind you portion of the mod?
WindEnabled = true
Should we enable the sail calculation portion of the mod?
SailEnabled = true
Should we enable the rudder enhancements?
RudderEnabled = true
Should we enable the wind intensity portion of the mod?
WindIntensityEnabled = false
This settings controls the amount of force applied to the rudder control when moving backwards.
RudderBackwardForce = 2
This setting controls how fast the rudder turns.
RudderSpeed = 2
This setting does not change the visible sail size, just the calculation. You can set the multiplier
for both half sail and full sail. If SafeSettings is true, then it only works for the Longship
HalfSailWindSpeed = 2
FullSailWindSpeed = 4
Set a specific angle for the wind. Normally it is directly behind you.
UseThisAngle = false
If the above item is true, set the angle you wish to use.
TheAngle = 0
This setting allows you to set the wind intensity manually. Valid
settings are from 0. 00 to 1. 00. Please undserstand when you change
the wind intensity, it affects everything. At values close to 1, the waves
will become very large like in a storm and with increased sail size, your boat
can become difficult to steer. Use with caution!
WindIntensity = 0. 05
Set the max camera zoom when in a boat (MAX 50)
MaxCameraZoom = 6
Size of the map reveal when exploring ne
RideTheWind is a small gameplay mod for tweaking boat settings to improve quality of life. With 12 endorsements and 686 downloads, it's a niche utility for players who want more control over boat mechanics. Last updated October 2025, it remains a lightweight option for those seeking boat-related adjustments.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Lightweight and focused—does exactly what it says without bloat.
- Active development (last updated October 2025) so it's likely compatible with current game versions.
- Small but dedicated following (12 endorsements) suggests it works for those who need it.
⚠️ Cons
- Very niche—only affects boat settings, so if you don't care about boats, skip it.
- Low endorsement count (12) means it's not widely tested—might have hidden issues.
For players who spend a lot of time on boats and want to fine-tune their handling or speed for a smoother experience. If you're a completionist or just hate default boat mechanics, this could be a handy tweak. Skip if you rarely use boats or want more substantial gameplay changes.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the mod's page for any specific settings you can tweak—since the description is vague, you might need to experiment in-game to see what changes.
- If you're using a mod manager, install it through that to keep track of updates easily.
- Since it's a gameplay tweak, test it in a single-player world first to see if the changes feel right before committing to a long-term save.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Valheim Mods
- Author
- silverhawk1
- Version
- 0.0.10.2425
- Downloads
- 686
- Endorsements
- 12
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 12/17/2023
- Updated
- 10/25/2025
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