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Posted by member Kenny Clark on Tuesday 19 June 2018

Simon,

To make it more even more interesting. As a birthday treat I had my 87yr old mother, father-in law and wife on board, who all enjoy the sea. Having full crew certainly effects handling, speed as you would expect.

Thankfully we had much better weather for return trip after a birthday lunch. Arrived at home port safe and sound.

Regards,

Kenny

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Posted by member Simon Kidd on Wednesday 13 June 2018

Hi Kenny

Very good advice and info - typical for a Semi-Displacement boat and very much an issue for Hardy's of many types, the Navigator and Hardy 25 also very prone. I trim up the outboards and keep the power on - never let the bow bury into the next wave - overwise things can get very "sideways" indeed. Many other designs can be affected in a similar way - the Moonraker 36, some Traders and Grand Banks at certain speeds - all very "Interesting" for the unwary.

Happy boating.

Simon

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Posted by member Kenny Clark on Tuesday 12 June 2018

Thought I would mention my recent experience with following seas. This is when wind is pushing the stern forward in same direction of waves.

Have experienced this many times. Always slightly different each time, particularly when things get a bit rough. The difference this time was whilst handling following sea HP20 was hit astern by wake from high speed ferry. Was expecting this, so was prepared for increased waves. It took a bit of handling to keep straight ahead and just enough power to keep behind wave in front. Important not to allow wave behind to catch up with you.

Keeping good look out as normal, using enough power to keep just behind wave in from makes all the difference. Trim tabs up, Outboard tilted up keeps bow up and above waves in case boat starts to yaw, plow or swamp into wave in front.

"Fair winds and following seas" are good sailing conditions, when boat glides along nicely.

Respect the sea. If you happen to be caught out. Take the time to assess situation. Know how your boat handles in various conditions.

Take care.

Kenny

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