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On my 24 a reef solves the weather helm. Some centerboard

Posted By: norm ex-nimble new orleans
Date: 5/10/07 3:18p.m.

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In Response To: Weather helm (Michael)

adjustments can help.

I agree with Mark on the use of the rudder tab. I also like the rudder partially down when maneuvering under power.

(I believe the Nimble hull shape and lead shoe give the boat more of a full keel feel, so like full keel boats it helps to power thru turns when maneuvering, when possible.)

Messages In This Thread

Weather helm -- Michael -- 5/3/07 6:16p.m.
It sounds like you may have answered your own question -- Ray Henry, Nimble Kodiak Yawl, "Seaweed", NC -- 5/3/07 7:15p.m.
Reducing weather helm... -- Mark N, Nimble Arctic, Jax FL -- 5/3/07 8:08p.m.
 On my 24 a reef solves the weather helm. Some centerboard   -- norm ex-nimble new orleans -- 5/10/07 3:18p.m.


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