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Capt. JG wrote: "JimC" wrote in message ... If it was bare poles, then no as far as absolute stability goes, but in storm conditions, the generally accepted best method of survival is to heave to, rather than lying ahull. Capt., I don't think that heaving to is the "generally best method of survival" in storm conditions. For example, as pointed out in the Annapolis Book of Seamanship, Heaving-to leaves a boat vulnerable to steep breaking waves, so it is not the best tactic early in the storm or in an exceptional storm. As also stated in the Annapolis work, different methods may be preferred under different conditions, and for different boats. - For example: "Discussions of storm tactics often stray into debates about families of drag devices. In their quest for absolute answers, many participants (Capt?) in these heated arguments choose one device and damn the other, studiously ignoring the fact that there is nothing aboluste even about a storm at sea. Conditions are constantly changing... Different tactics and gear work best at different stages and on different types of boats." Feel free to believe what you want. And also to believe the recommendations of references such as the Annapolis Book of Seamship Gantz? It's pretty clear that heaving to can be dangerous in heavy, breaking seas. Heaving-to is one of the best methods to survive a storm vs. bare poles. I never said it was the only or even "the" best, since that's dependent upon the conditions. Keep at it though... I'm sure you'll just improve your standing in the "ridiculous" line. Because of it's light weight, my opinion is that the Macs would do better with a storm anchor (as previously stated) rather than being hove to or under a reefed sail plan. Do better? Now, that's funny. Even if it didn't sink immediately, it would be completely uninhabitable, and since all the rigging would be gone, it would be unsailable. Wrong again Gantz. I'm not suggesting that the rigging and mast would be gone, merely tied securely. But even if they were, with storm anchor deployed, the boat wouldn't broach. As to your contention that it would roll and roll and roll and roll with a sea anchor deployed, once again, where is your evidence supporting that particular assertion? Apparently, you have none at all. (Seems like we have gone through this discussin several times before, yet you continue to post those preposterous speculations as fact. - Is there an echo on this ng? Despite Jim's rather bizarre assumptions about survivability in a Mac in heavy seas, the discussion did get me thinking about rigging. In other words, you're backing off your previous dogmatic position... Ummm.... this was a response to Bruce or did you bump your head on your Mac? Right. A response to Bruce. - Crawfishing on your earlier statements. Seems to me it would not make the boat more stable than under bare poles due to weight aloft and no sails for stability, but the rigging would resist or at least dampen a 360 roll... probably just one time around. Dismasting would reduce the inertia of a boat when rolling in one direction or the other, and would therefore lessen the forces acting against the forces opposing it, e.g., the "boat-righting" forces exerted by the keel or ballast. Permitting the keel or ballast to more efficiently resist a knock-down or complete roll. Apparently not according to an expert. Perhaps you can argue with him for a while. If what I wrote was interpreted to imply that one would simply have bare poles vs. being dismasted (as thought that would be much of a choice), it was not my intention - I suppose Jim will be bitter, sorry for the political pun -- I was always thinking that if I can put any kind of sail up, that'll be an advantage, which is why they make storm sails.... heaving to, making some progress vs. being at the mercy of whatever comes your way. Why not accept the position suggested in the Annapolis text? - That is, the best solution may depend on the particular conditions and the particular boat. But under severe storm condidions, heaving to is not recommended. You're wrong. You're misreading what was said. And, you're getting boring, supporting a piece of junk. Have a nice evening Gantz. Jim |
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"JimC" wrote in message
. .. Feel free to believe what you want. And also to believe the recommendations of references such as the Annapolis Book of Seamship Gantz? It's pretty clear that heaving to can be dangerous in heavy, breaking seas. As opposed to what? Sitting at home? Do better? Now, that's funny. Even if it didn't sink immediately, it would be completely uninhabitable, and since all the rigging would be gone, it would be unsailable. Wrong again Gantz. I'm not suggesting that the rigging and mast would be gone, merely tied securely. But even if they were, with storm anchor deployed, the boat wouldn't broach. As to your contention that it would roll and roll and roll and roll with a sea anchor deployed, once again, where is your evidence supporting that particular assertion? Apparently, you have none at all. (Seems like we have gone through this discussin several times before, yet you continue to post those preposterous speculations as fact. - Is there an echo on this ng? And, you base that on what experience JimE? Is there an echo in your head? Deploying a sea anchor is certainly a good idea. Don't worry, you won't have a chance if you take your Mac out in a storm. Despite Jim's rather bizarre assumptions about survivability in a Mac in heavy seas, the discussion did get me thinking about rigging. In other words, you're backing off your previous dogmatic position... Ummm.... this was a response to Bruce or did you bump your head on your Mac? Right. A response to Bruce. - Crawfishing on your earlier statements. It was unless you'd care to deny it. Reality, despite your best try, does intrude from time to time. Have a nice evening Gantz. Always do JimE. -- "j" ganz @@ www.sailnow.com |
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Capt. JG wrote: "JimC" wrote in message . .. Feel free to believe what you want. And also to believe the recommendations of references such as the Annapolis Book of Seamship Gantz? It's pretty clear that heaving to can be dangerous in heavy, breaking seas. As opposed to what? Sitting at home? As opposed to other methods such as deploying a sea anchor. Do better? Now, that's funny. Even if it didn't sink immediately, it would be completely uninhabitable, and since all the rigging would be gone, it would be unsailable. Wrong again Gantz. I'm not suggesting that the rigging and mast would be gone, merely tied securely. But even if they were, with storm anchor deployed, the boat wouldn't broach. As to your contention that it would roll and roll and roll and roll with a sea anchor deployed, once again, where is your evidence supporting that particular assertion? Apparently, you have none at all. (Seems like we have gone through this discussin several times before, yet you continue to post those preposterous speculations as fact. - Is there an echo on this ng? And, you base that on what experience JimE? Is there an echo in your head? Deploying a sea anchor is certainly a good idea. Don't worry, you won't have a chance if you take your Mac out in a storm. My point is that you have posted a number of rather "colorful" assertions that are unsupported by evidence or proof of any kind. And you can't seem to stop. - You seem to be addicted to it. Jim |
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