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Old 09-10-10, 04:15 PM   #5
Vaux
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Originally Posted by rein1705 View Post
i have noticed in my S-boat that in rough sea and sometimes in calm to medium seas my boat will travel following course with up to 5 degrees rudder to ether port or starboard. I always attributed that to the helmsmen adjusting to current but it could be wind....
Ever notice that?
I mean you wouldn't need 5 to port to travel a strait line any other way.
I've noticed that as well in my S boat. It's not there all the time so, obviously the helmsman is compensating for something. And you're right. I notice that more during heavy weather.
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