Paravanes & Rocker Stoppers

[Amapola]

We have a 48' displacement hull trawler that we love except she has a chime keel and rocks miserably in heavy seas or wakes. I'm considering installing paravanes since I can't afford the $50K for active fin stabilizers. Please share your experience in installing and using paravanes.

[minaret]

A steadying sail is a better bet for economy stabilization IMO. Paravanes introduce a larger load and need more attention/maintenance while not working as well. Even Wesmar's aren't all that great-they make a difference but the boat will still roll. Trawlers are just rolly boats, no matter what you do.

[VIRover]

We've got paravanes on our boat. They make a big difference in beam seas. I loose about a 1/2 knot when I'm dragging the fish. I have no experience installing them but if your boat wasn't built for them I would consult with a naval architect. Paravanes can put extreme loads on connection points.

VIRover