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Old 08-03-2014, 09:58 AM   #10
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Originally Posted by Bay Pelican View Post
Short answer: yes.

Eastern Caribbean has wonderful breezes for sailing which come from the almost constant trade winds coming from the east. Unfortunately this also gives almost constant 5+ft waves on the beam as we are usually traveling north and south. 5ft is traveling weather (calm in my jargon) whereas frequently 6 to 9 ft always on the beam.

We know hardy souls in trawlers who do this without stabilizers, but not many.

We have active stabilizers, Wesmar, and use Magnum Rock and Roll stabilizers at anchor. The combination allows me to keep my wife on board.

What he said.
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