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Old 09-25-2020, 06:31 PM   #7
markbarendt
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Originally Posted by Porgy View Post
Properly sized and installed stabilizer fins are highly effective in boats 40’-45’. The boat will still roll some, just not nearly as much and it will recover quickly. In some situations like moderate seas or a big boat wake passing, they are nothing short of amazing.

However, like many things, they do not replace good seamanship and boat handling skill. If you get beam seas with the right period, it is possible to roll mercilessly. If you ignore steep breaking seas, it is still possible to capsize. They do nothing for pitching and can have arguments with the auto pilot, especially in following seas.
Thanks Porgy
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