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Drain holes for Hitia 17?

by Martin

Nov 19, 2011

I am wondering if the drain holes in the Hitia 17 hulls are really necessary. It is a bit weird to me to make deliberately holes in the hulls...

I figure that I could get out any water also throught the hatches, maybe I have to scoop for a while...

Has anyone made experiences where they were needed?

Martin

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    marc

    Hi martin,

    Personally, i think that drain holes are only useful if your boat lies on moorings for a long time.

    At sea i prefer a good hand-bailer and some buoyancies in front and aft compartments, just in case.

    Nov 21, 2011

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    Martin

    Hi Marc,

    thanks, that was exactly my reasoning!

    Martin

    Nov 22, 2011