In water storage?

[Steve Feinsilver]

Considering storing boat in water for winter. Have heard that water supports boat better, but that it is good to dry out the hull over winter. Not convinced by either argument. I'm sure there are opinions out there-s/v Breathless is Hunter 410, model year 2000, in Port Washington, NY

 

[Bill O'Donovan]

Good to dry out the hull

That's probably the most important reason. Also gives you a better perspective to work on the boat hull, and it's easier to wax on the hards. The downside is you get a certain amount of yard mist all over the boat, which is why you should request positioning the farthest away from the central outdoor place of yardwork. But not so far away that they can't quickly put you back in without having to move lots of boats to get to you. I wait until Dec. 15 to haul and request going back in on Feb. 15. Gives me two months to compress 200 hours of winter work into a disciplined plan.

 

[Robert Zolczer]

In water storage hasn't been a problem for 6 years

I've stored my 1995 29.5 in the water for six years. In my summer short haul, no evidence of blisters. Hunter's vinylester barrier coat seems to work. I'll store it in my bubblered slip until the bottom shows signs of blistering. Then, I'll store it dry for the winter.

 

[Melody Miller]

You Have to Check on It

Hi Steve:I don't believe you want to continuously store your boat in the water. You should take it out at least everyother other year to look at the hull, and paint it. When you leave the boat in the water, you still have to check on it to see that something hasn't clogged the scuppers, or that ice has not formed on the boat and pushing it down in the water.Good Luck,Melody Miller