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Old 02-10-2013, 06:40 AM   #62
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"Storm windows and/or thicker glass can alleviate the points you bring up."

Loads harder to reinforce the SIDES of the PH and the joint where the PH attaches to the deck.

A missing 4ft by 4 ft window is less hassle than a 30ft long 1/2 inch seperiation of the cabin from the deck.

Being swept from aft is less of a problem as only a beams width of water is aboard , far lighter than a beam sea and water the length of the boat.

"A big following sea and losing rudder control is more of a concern IMHO."

This is a CREW responsibility, changing course , heading into rather than running, or towing a drogue ( an old truck tire or two in 300 ft of line) , lots of methods to avoid a loss of control, and a broach.

The problem of insufficient construction for ocean passages is usually not repairable by the crew.Ashore or underway.

An inshore boat is different from an ocean capable boat , regardless of an advertising brochure claims.
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