bigpoppop
Veteran Member
Hello- we are in our 55 nordhavn in Cartagena, Colombia. Our next leg (God willing) will be to Punta Cana DR. This will be a 4 day trip with first night at Santa Marta Marina the direct to DR. Planning to leave Sunday 4/9. Winds look very good for these waters. Problem is sea state as the was are forecast to be 5-7 feet with 5-5.5 second periods- NASTY square waves.
Question: how much can varying course to take the waves at an angle off the bow improve the ride? How much of an angle is necessary? How much can a speed reduction improve the ride?
Many thanks- wish I've had the experience to answer myself......... but I just don't!
Question: how much can varying course to take the waves at an angle off the bow improve the ride? How much of an angle is necessary? How much can a speed reduction improve the ride?
Many thanks- wish I've had the experience to answer myself......... but I just don't!