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Originally Posted by TrueBlue
I've yet to see a pilothouse sailboat that passes that test - although I considered mounting winches just inside the port & starboard sliding doors, since the Genoa tracks are located adjacent to each. Turning blocks could be installed for the halyards and mainsheet, leading all lines to the inside helm station.
With the operable overhead hatch, sail trim can be checked as well:
The problem I see, is messing up all that beautiful teak cabinetry and teak/holly sole with soggy lines - considering heavy weather is what drove us from the aft helm to the pilothouse in the first place. 
However, we do on occasion sail from there very comfortably and effectively - when on a long tack. |
True Blue,
What an awesome looking vessel you own. I was able to look at one like yours last year near Mt.Clemens. Very impressive indeed. How is your Nauticat heated/cooled?
Rick