Happy Veterans Day

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Spinfisher

Question. I sailed the H 23 today. When I was moored, I looked under the cushions and floor boards. Minimal water under the floor boards, but I did find four (4) water bladders filled with clean water under the cushions, inside the wood frame, around the stringers. Everything looks good down there. Should I keep these water bladders down there to keep me balanced. We have a strong NE coming in, great three hours learning how to sail.... Happy Veterans Day! Spinfisher
 
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Jim Kolstoe

not needed

the bladders are not part of the boat's design and are not necessary to balance or stability. I suppose that they may, if sufficiently heavy, lower the center of gravity, but I doubt it is enough to have any significant effect. Keep them if you're thirsty. Otherwise its just extra weight. Jim Kolstoe
 
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Spinfisher

Some minor difference

Sailed solo again, no difference. It is very windy with the NE, temp is 69..... I'll save the bladders for next hurricane... Have a great weekend!
 
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