How does the Sceptre shed big water over the bow ?

bgreene · #1 07-05-2012, 09:04 PM

Been reading all about the excellent rough water performance with the 23' Sceptre.

I figure it's more seaworthy than the CC version, because waves over the bow likely to be deflected by the cuddy .

Anyone take any over the bow of the Sceptre, and if water made it all the way over, do the drains clear the water well ?

Does water leak into the cuddy when a wave comes over the bow ?

Like to know how these boats handle worst case conditions.........

77SceptreOB · #2 07-05-2012, 09:23 PM

I've got a 23' Sceptre and it is a very dry and seaworthy vessel. MUCH dryer than it's CC sistercraft. VERY rarely have I taken water over the bow AND winshield in the 35 years I've had the boat. If the waves go over the bow they are generally deflected to the sides by the windshield. Some water can leak through the seams and joints in the windshield though.

On the otherhand, the ride at the forward helm can be more jarring and is generally worse than on the CC that has the helm significantly more aft on the boat. BUT you definately pay for that more comfortable ride with more spray (wetter) on the CC. Spray rails seem to help this condition on the CC but it is still significantly wetter than the Scepter imho.

The raised cap near the front helm station on the Sceptre also directs the spray/water over the edge of the cap back into the ocean much better than the CC configuration.

gofastsandman · #3 07-05-2012, 09:25 PM

Most small boats have inadequate scuppers. If you look at comm. rides you will see many differences. I have always thought many small boats could benefit from Moesly`s design by crossssing the hoses.

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Fr. Frank · #4 07-05-2012, 11:08 PM

I've only had one occasion were I took water all the way over the windshield of my 23' Tsunami, and I took several over the top. Caught in a thunderstorm offshore 'cuz I was literally napping with a fishing rod in my hand. I took absolutely no water into the cabin, but everyone out on the deck splashed!
Steep seas of 5'-6', with a very short 3-4 second wave period, driving SW into the storm to get to Boynton Inlet. Running at displacement speed of about 6-7 mph. 90% of the water was deflected off to the sides, but a couple of bucketfuls came over the top several times. Each time, the nose seemed to bury itself at least 8"-10" below the crest of the wave. The boat tracked true, without being pushed off to either side, and I had no problem with handling.
Truly a great boat.

aj1976 · #5 07-07-2012, 02:16 PM

I used to take water over the bow regularly on my sceptre. The water comes right over the windshield like a waterfall. You can see it coming. It drains out the back no problem. Mine is an 85. I also would take spray in the face regularly because the helm was right in the spray zone. I have since modified my boat. Got rid of the windshield and built a command bridge. Much much dryer. I fish in Hawaii where it is windy and rough most days so my situation may be different from others.

bgreene · #6 07-07-2012, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by aj1976

I used to take water over the bow regularly on my sceptre. The water comes right over the windshield like a waterfall. You can see it coming. It drains out the back no problem. Mine is an 85. I also would take spray in the face regularly because the helm was right in the spray zone. I have since modified my boat. Got rid of the windshield and built a command bridge. Much much dryer. I fish in Hawaii where it is windy and rough most days so my situation may be different from others.

You sound like a guy I need to discuss this with further - with send a PM to your contact info.

aj1976 · #7 07-09-2012, 02:01 PM

PM sent. I also moved my center fuel tank about 10 inches aft and this helped keep the bow up and now the spray gets thrown out and to the side much better as well. I run a Volvo 165 diesel and suspect the previous owner may have moved the tank forward just a tad to accommodate a large D battery fwd of the engine box.

eggsuckindog · #8 07-11-2012, 04:49 PM

never had any water on the deck up there - if are getting any you should have headed in sooner - per Frank LOL

bgreene · #9 07-12-2012, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by eggsuckindog

never had any water on the deck up there - if are getting any you should have headed in sooner - per Frank LOL

Talking the real deal here - getting caught in rough seas and how this 23' handles - from guys who've been there.

doodlebug · #10 07-12-2012, 11:32 PM

The boat will handle more than the operator, I have been soaked to the bone several times been out when I should have been home. I have always felt safe, never taken one over the bow but have gone from 30 to 0 in a big roller up in the panhandle not seeing it in the inlet.