What is the issue?
A vessel's tiller does not always reach to the most comfortable, or optimal, position for steering.Why address this?
Adding a tiller extension will allow the helmsman to obtain the best view or most comfortable steering position. This helps to reduce strain, increase performance and the enjoyment of helming. But marine grade tiller extensions can be prohibitively expensive and especially hard to justify when they are only used on rare occasions.Love eOceanic? Get Even More with the App!
Unleash the full potential of maritime data with our full suite of resources and the world's most advanced suite of nautical tools.
The app delivers the complete eOceanic advantage, brought to life and perfectly engineered to empower you where it matters most: at sea.
Get the app
Welcome to the eOceanic Application System
How to address this?
A very simple tiller extension can be made with a domestic plastic water pipe and length of line as presented below.
Simple occasional tiller extensionPhoto: Tony Gibson
If you wish to enhance the idea it can be developed further by adding a jamming cleat to the bottom of the tiller, for added tension, and a 'monkey's fist' knot at the end makes for a better helmsman's grip.
With thanks to:
Michael Harpur, Yacht Obsession.
A photograph is worth a thousand words. We are always looking for bright sunny photographs that illustrate this experience. If you have some images that we could use please upload them here. All we need to know is how you would like to be credited for your work and a brief description of the image if it is not readily apparent. If you would like us to add a hyperlink from the image that goes back to your site please include the desired link and we will be delighted to that for you.
Add your review or comment:
Please log in to leave a review of this tip.
eOceanic makes no guarantee of the validity of this information, you must read our legal page. However, we ask you to help us increase accuracy. If you spot an inaccuracy or an omission on this page please contact us and we will be delighted to rectify it. Don't forget to help us by sharing your own experience.