Boat for less seasickness...

jimh · 01-23-2006, 01:09 PM

I'm pretty sure more v is bad sitting in pitching seas, but I'll have to deal with that to cut the chop better.

If you were going to read a book or some other nonfishing task, what's better being above in a cabin, below in a v birth, or mid berth.

Comparison or contrast would be great. I'm thinking about going for something that is more comfortable as a "reading/relaxing" boat to make it more easily for nonfishers to come along.

Boats in my mind are 24-27 footers in Sea Sport, Seaswirl, Osprey, Olympic, Boston Whaler, Grady White, or Pursuit brands.

PeterMac · 01-23-2006, 01:33 PM

I have read a lot of people touting the stability features of a Cat style hull. Maybe look into that....

PeterMac

Pilar · 01-23-2006, 02:04 PM

That old Tri-hull "Pilar" was pretty good for stability in the roll direction. Many things affect stability. Center of gravity, width to length ratio, hull shape and so on.

I can tell you that you should probably avoid Vee bottom Fly-bridge style boats if you don't like roll. Nice for running through chop and for seeing the big picture but that all changes when the boat stops.

Multi hull boats are the most stable I have ever had a ride on.

wthr4d · 01-23-2006, 02:38 PM

Like Pilar said, Low center of gravity, wide beam= stable ride. one of the most stable boats I have riden upon was the "Rots a Ruck" owned by Fishplay. As I recall it was a 28ish foot cathedral hull.

One thing to consider is that the least amount of movement is going to be near the center of the boat. this is where I would reccommend you locate your birth for those who do not like the motion of the seas.

Paul

jimh · 01-23-2006, 03:27 PM

Center and low implies the lower v birth would be better. Another factor I've heard about is looking at the horizon. I assume you can't while you are reading, so that may not be a factor to consider otherwise, there may be an advantage of being up above.

Lip Rip'r · 01-23-2006, 04:07 PM

In my experience, if you are prone to sea sickness, DO NOT read something or you will get sick. The very worst thing you can do (short of smelling someone else "chumming") is to be looking down.

I find the best is above deck so you can keep an eye on the horizon. If you can go to sleep, doesn't matter where you are at, you will be immune (have to get to sleep BEFORE the upper lip starts sweating :grin

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LR_

CATCH AND EAT · 01-23-2006, 04:14 PM

Glacier Bay CATS. Very stable.

jimh · 01-23-2006, 04:37 PM

The scenario is someone who doesn't fish comes out to spend time on the boat. They could read for a while. I'd like to minimize the chance for seasickness although I wouldn't take them out on rough days just to see if they can handle it. :smile:

Double G · 01-23-2006, 05:04 PM

Jimh,
I'd suggest that you invest in a device called a "Relief Band". It looks similar to a wrist watch but it was invented to prevent "morning sickness" for pregnant women. It's the only drug free FDA cleared relief for motion sickness. It relieves nausea and vomiting for motion sickness. No drowsiness or drug-like side effects. It can be used before or after symptoms begin. It doesn't interfere with food or drink. It's water resistant and battery operated.

I've used it to prevent the onset of seasickness on rough seas. It's has an intensity adjustment so that you "dial in" the amount of help you need. It's worn on the inside of a wrist and it's electrode plates put a small charge of electricity into your nerve bundle.

I'm not doing a good job of describing this device but go to their website for a better explanation.
www.reliefband.com

Your reading guest will thank you and any other guest that is susceptible to seasickness will thank you. It really does work.

Onokai · 01-23-2006, 05:37 PM

Pilar said (Multi hull boats are the most stable I have ever had a ride on. ) thats the same story I have as its true. You can put a coffee cup down on the table and it will not spill in mid slopp. . Mark