On my boat the quarter berths are as close to the stern as possible. I
think is generally agreed the the smallest motion is experienced near
the center of gravity i.e. nearer the center of the boat

Cheers

FamilySailor wrote:
What?


You can become airborne sailing into the wind, while sleeping in the v-berth
and even the quarter berths, not so in the stern. I used to commercial fish
and I built a 70' longliner (with a stern cabin). The stern is more
comfortable. And, if you are taking shifts at the helm in rough weather,
being able to sleep is a good thing.

ah, quarter berths "as close to the stern as possible" are rather a bit abaft
"the center of gavity". Nevermind, you did mean "center of bouyancy", not
center of gravity.

The salon sole is the most comfortable berth in a seaway, followed by the
salon seats. Next come the quarter berths, and dead last is the v-berth.



On my boat the quarter berths are as close to the stern as possible. I
think is generally agreed the the smallest motion is experienced near
the center of gravity i.e. nearer the center of the boat

Cheers

FamilySailor wrote:
What?


You can become airborne sailing into the wind, while sleeping in the
v-berth
and even the quarter berths, not so in the stern. I used to commercial fish
and I built a 70' longliner (with a stern cabin). The stern is more
comfortable. And, if you are taking shifts at the helm in rough weather,
being able to sleep is a good thing.

The salon sole is the most comfortable berth in a seaway, followed by the
salon seats. Next come the quarter berths, and dead last is the v-berth.


The most comfortable berth in a seaway is a true seaberth which the Express 30
has one.
S/V Express 30 "Ringmaster"
"No shirt, no skirt, full service"

JAXAshby wrote:

ah, quarter berths "as close to the stern as possible" are rather a bit abaft
"the center of gavity". Nevermind, you did mean "center of bouyancy", not
center of gravity.


No I mean exactly what I said.

Cheers

really? why is that, yo-yo? the center of gravity is not where the boat
turns, pivots or rotates. but you didn't know that, did you.

ah, quarter berths "as close to the stern as possible" are rather a bit
abaft
"the center of gavity". Nevermind, you did mean "center of bouyancy", not
center of gravity.


No I mean exactly what I said.

Cheers

JAXAshby wrote:

really? why is that, yo-yo? the center of gravity is not where the boat
turns, pivots or rotates. but you didn't know that, did you.


Did I say at the center of gravity?

Cheers

yes.

From: Nav
Date: 7/15/2004 9:23 PM Eastern Daylight Time
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JAXAshby wrote:

really? why is that, yo-yo? the center of gravity is not where the boat
turns, pivots or rotates. but you didn't know that, did you.


Did I say at the center of gravity?

Cheers

at

Cheers

JAXAshby wrote:
yes.


From: Nav
Date: 7/15/2004 9:23 PM Eastern Daylight Time
Message-id:



JAXAshby wrote:


really? why is that, yo-yo? the center of gravity is not where the boat
turns, pivots or rotates. but you didn't know that, did you.


Did I say at the center of gravity?

Cheers

really? why is that, yo-yo? the center of gravity is not where the boat
turns, pivots or rotates. but you didn't know that, did you.

Hummm... let me see... you call me a name...... then show your
ignorance.....

You think the bow is as comfortable as the stern. You know I am talking
about a sailboat underway heading into seas, right? Not at anchor. Here is a
little test for you "GrassHopper" so you may become enlightened.......

Get on your sailboat and beat into the wind. Trim your sails and make her go
as fast as she will. Do this in some pretty good waves or chop. Now, stand
up in the cockpit without holding on. It is possible. Next, go stand on the
bow and stand up, without holding on. (Important Not: have someone video
this). Here is what you will learn. When the bow rises rapidly up the wave,
up you will go. Then as the wave reaches the stern, the stern will rise
causing the bow to drop faster than you. You may say something like "Look
Mommy, I am flying." Next will come little GrassHoppers surprise. The next
wave will stop the downward motion of the bow, as the bow cuts deep into the
wave. The bow being deep in the wave will force it up at a rapid rate of
speed. And, yes, you guessed it. You will meet the fast rising deck on your
way down. You can sleep in the bow while sailing into seas, but not me. I
hope you understand, why it is more comfortable in the stern GrassHopper,
but I doubt it. You will probably continue to argue your point, or just not
respond. E.O.D.

OOPS! Did I direct my reply at the wrong person? hummmmmm.......