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Old 03-04-2010
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Originally Posted by norsearayder View Post
the sabre may have a huge offset on the prop shaft if that bothers you[i dont know how anybody could make them go astern in a strait line]
I had the same concern before we bought our Sabre. It has the offset prop with folding 2-blade, so it's a double whammy. In addition, I knew we'd be backing into our slip...and with a difficult approach. And I'm no genius boat-driver.

But for what it's worth, my concerns were unfounded. Just like any boat, after a couple times in reverse, I got the feel of the helm, and I find I can back to port or starboard once I have a little way on.

It just wasn't a big deal.
-J
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