e on stability in some cases. Increasing the roll moment makes the roll period longer, and thus the boat less "tender". If a boat has an excessively fast roll period it will quickly respond to, for example, a beam sea. A longer roll period can allow beam seas to pass under the boat before a roll can have a chance to develop. The solution to a problem with too quick a roll period? Increase it by adding weight away from the roll axis. This is usually most easily done by adding weight up high which can have the undesirable effect of decreasing the stability range so it is certainly a matter for a qualified marine architect to consider. I also agree with Mike that stabilizers are no substitute for stability, but even in a properly designed, very seaworthy, round-bilged displacement hull roll is usually a problem, but from a comfort, not a safety, consideration. In my opinion any owner-operated motor yacht going offshore must be stabilized for comfort, unless in the hands of a solo masochist. Captain Hal

Have only had it for a year or so but it's held up well. Ray B. m/v MOJO

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