water ballast while sailing

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Jimmy V
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Location: Cape Dory 25 Pismo Lemont, Pa.

water ballast while sailing

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Should I fill the forward water tank in my cd25 for better balance while sailing?
Chrisa006
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Location: CD25 "Windsong" Hull# 674 Guilford Ct.

Re: water ballast while sailing

Post by Chrisa006 »

I always filled mine, but look at how the boat sits. The heavier your outboard is the more you will need it. Hopefully you have nothing larger then a 6HP.
Chris Anderheggen
CD25 "Windsong"
Catalina 30 "Kestrel"
Catalina 387 " Parrot Cay"
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