Hi Tania,
I’ve been on many pelagics and the truth is that if someone is susceptible to
seasickness, then the boat size and design may not be a factor in reducing that
susceptibility. Even a relative slack ocean can make people very sick if the
tendency is there.
There are a number of folk we see on pelagic outings that are unable to
overcome their seasickness, despite all sorts of medications.
I manage my seasickness tendencies with Trava-calm very well and I think that
is the best insurance available.
I have no experience on either of the boats you are querying, but most boats
currently running outings around Australia are in the same ballpark in respect
to size - you would need to go much bigger and perhaps to catamaran designs for
a more stable platform, which might have an influence in reducing seasickness
problems.
Kind regards,
Allan
> On 15 Nov 2016, at 6:04 PM, Tania Ireton <> wrote:
>
> Thank you all very much for the information on combating seasickness. It
> will be very useful.
>
> What my friend was hoping for was for someone who knows both boats to
> recommend which one, if any, is more comfortable or stable or has more room
> to sit or more stable points to grab. From previous experience there were
> certain boats that I preferred because I could find a spot to wedge myself
> into. But I haven't been on a Victorian pelagic in some years and I don't
> know these particular boats.
>
> Regards,
> Tania
>
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> Tania Ireton
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> Subject: [Birding-Aus] Query on "comfort factor" of Portland and Port Fairy
> pelagic boats
>
> Would anyone be able to advise on the relative comfort level and stability
> of the boats that are used for the Portland and Port Fairy pelagics? I have
> been asked by a friend of mine who is susceptible to seasickness but who is
> determined to see more seabirds. Thank you.
>
>
>
> Regards,
>
> Tania
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