BonesD
Senior Member
Curious what height folks like their helm to be in a standing position. I have a 40’ motorsailor and am considering doing some steering changes.
My helm is 28” and the top of the wheel comes to just below my sternum. This makes me have to lean over considerably to grab the lower portion of the wheel. Which means I’m not looking where I am going for an instant. I was thinking about raising it six or 7 inches. Visibility will be effected but just for stuff on top of the helm station
Top of the wheel would be about armpit high.
I think physically I will have more command at this height. Any opinions. Ha!
My helm is 28” and the top of the wheel comes to just below my sternum. This makes me have to lean over considerably to grab the lower portion of the wheel. Which means I’m not looking where I am going for an instant. I was thinking about raising it six or 7 inches. Visibility will be effected but just for stuff on top of the helm station
Top of the wheel would be about armpit high.
I think physically I will have more command at this height. Any opinions. Ha!