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Glad you enjoyed it!

No, certainly not... everyone comes to boat ownership with varying backgrounds of course, but with the bow and stern thruster the close quarter manuevers are made "simple".. the systems (electrical, HVAC, ec) are straight forward and not overly engineered as to be confusing. Interested in knowing more, just reach out 914-649-1666.

Thanks for the tip! Great points… thanks for the comment.. Greg

Hi, I am hoping to get up there next summer when my wife and I get underway for a 3-4 week cruise along the east coast. I recently helped a family in Maine customize a 38E which they are taking delivery of this Spring. They are long time sailors and looking forward to the "ease" of trawler life.. Happy to help if you like.. just email. Currently heading south for the winter.. GregMesserle@helmsmantrawlers.com 914-649-1666

@@HelmsmanHangout Eat some lobster for me!

Hi, yes! Currently I'm underway from Long Island Sound to Florida, the Keys, etc. Will make stops along the way to fly home, but it will stay south til about late April.

@@HelmsmanHangout Cool glad you missed the hurricanes. Where do you put your bagged trash? If you don't mind me asking.

@@mikefrench3800 there is plenty of room either in the mechanical space (in the bilge under the salon area of the trawler), plus the lazarette which is the place I use first.

@@HelmsmanHangout Thank you much

Thanks for watching!

I think everyone has wrestled with this decision.. perhaps a select few have gone into their purchasing journey not having to worry about single vs. double. There are so many videos, forums, content out there to help you, plus talk to other owners. In the end: What is your intended mission / journey? I don't have the risk appetite to cross oceans, but I do like coastal cruising and island hopping in the Bahamas.. To me, servicing well a single engine (like Cummins) vs. the obligation of two engines (repairs, checks, etc) + having an "insurance" policy in Boat US or Seatow (just in case) felt good to me. So much more to sort through, but for now - it comes down to personal pref and the missions you take. Good luck! Thanks..

@@HelmsmanHangout thanks for the comment.. appreciate your insight.. plus the cummins is super reliable.

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for view and comment..

Hi, thanks for the question.. that is the rotor that provides stabilization on demand w/ a flip of a button. The system is called DMS Magnus Master and on my size trawler I only need one system. I made a video about it on my channel so look out for it. Thanks, Greg

Cummins are great, so happy with it!

Thanks for the question! So there are controls in the pilothouse and above at the flybridge. You simply put the engine in neutral propulsion, and if safe to move, relocate to the other helm location. Once you are ready to get underway (and to gain control at the new helm location) you simply hit the "active" button twice (2x) and you can control and can proceed. Just remember: Neutral, move to next location, active/active and away you go! Greg

Thanks for the quick reply. Hope to see you when you get to the keys.

Interior height, including the aft cockpit with the hardcover, is approx 6'7" .. we've had a few tall guys aboard at boat shows! Teak - solid teak! There are a few isolated areas where we have to use a teak veneer like the refridgerator door or the aft, aluminum sliding door but everywhere else is solid teak. The floor is teak and holly planks - just beautiful. thanks for the comment!

Agree stunning. They are made in Taiwan or China? Some amazing woodwork from That part of the world

Cummins 380hp is what I have and is the standard engine in the 38E. It’s so reliable and a pleasure to turn on each time. Thanks for the comment.

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks for the view and comment! For a 40 LOA it's quite a spacious salon at nearly 14' beam.

It feels really sturdy and secure while underway in snotty weather. In terms of locking it so someone couldn't deploy it other than me/my wife? That's a great question - I've not even considered that. It is such a great system, quick and easy, all stainless steel so it's really solid. Hope this helps.

@@HelmsmanHangout Yea, dingy theft is a thing. I'd want to lock mine up, especially when anchoring out.

Thanks for the view and the comment! Yes, I find the system to be super simple and quick.. no hassle and no thinking it over if I really want to deploy the dingy when the kids ask :)

You are right.. I've been meaning to do this! Will get on Amazon shortly... thanks for the comment and watching the videos.

I'm estimating the entire system is coming in around 550 pounds in total for the one rotor system that I have (vs. two rotor). It works very well and no - it's not overkill in my opinion. It's certainly not a necessity as the Helmsman 38E is a safe and sturdy trawler, but the system is a nice additional feature that will increase enjoyability (and confidence) on those days where weather maybe be a little sporty.

Hello and thanks for the view and question. The cost of the systems is comprised of two parts: the equipment and the installation process itself. Depending on the size of the vessel it will require either one rotor unit (like mine). A typical 40' trawler would require one rotor but I've seen two rotor systems on a 46' footer. If it's a new boat build the installation cost may have a lower cost than say refitting an older model that desires the system, but that is not always the case. The best bet in my view would be to call or email me and I'll gather some information and share back a quote. I'd like to give you a number here but it would be a guess not knowing your variables.. my particular situation was "more than $50K, but less than $80K" if that broadly helps..

Thanks for the view and the question. I don't notice any drag while parked.. and the drag I've noticed while deployed is about 0.2 knot so if I'm going 8 knots (trawler speed burning 3 gallons an hour) then need to deploy the system I'll most likely be in the 7.8 knot zone. The system does reside on the starboard side (or presumably on port if another engine room allows for it). As a result I tend to manage my fuel tanks so the extra weight of the system doesn't result in a small-ish list to our trawler. With Helmsman 38E I have two -200 gallon fuel tanks (port and starboard) so I just watch the balance between the two - not really a "thing" to worry about day to day. Hope this helps! Greg

I've been meaning to make this video for several weeks and honestly the weather up on the Long Island Sound these last few weeks has been calm, flat water making it difficult to capture what we wanted to show. There was one time the system really was in full game day mode and that was during a day in the Chesapeake Bay in July and honestly I could not take the time to take out our iPhone and record with the disorganized sea stake. Follow me on Instagram (@HelmsmanHangout) and I'll be sure to post more "Action" as it surfaces.. Lastly, I'd say more than 50% of the usage case for us is when we see a fast, large moving vessel that is going to dump a massive wake on us. We simply engage the system and 12 seconds later we are ready for the wake.. happens all the time on the East Coast. Thanks for the comment! Greg

Thank you for the comment and watching the video. It’s a great trawler and I love it.

Happy to chat with you in depth just shoot me a text or call 914-649-1666. Here's your answers though: 1. I have a camera in the cockpit facing aft so when I'm pulling in (stern in) I simply pull that view up on my Garmin MFD and I'm good to go! People typically add this option when considering their electronics package. 2. I have a water maker and it's great... I plan to use it big time while in the Bahamas this Winter (hopefully!). 3. My wife and I have this down to a well oiled 2-person operation; however many owners do the 38E single handed and I'm very close to pulling this off myself. I believe I could do it right now, but just haven't found myself in that position yet. But, YES - many folks single hand it with the bow/stern thruster which is standard. Talk soon! Greg Messerle

It’s a free app with limited options. Sailboat was best one unless I wanted a RV or motorcycle! Thx for watching.

That's correct. So far I've been operating in the 4 gallons per hour flow rate.. which typically is in the 1760 rpm zone. It's a flow rate I've arbitrarily set in my mind as a good target. I've operated at 3 gallons an hour and achieved very good results as well.. but hardly ever push it beyond 4 gallons an hour as the added gain in speed isn't worth it in my opinion. Depending on current I've gone nearly 10 knots per hour (max I have achieved so far), but more likely (without current) I'm in the 7-8 knots per hour.

Glad you enjoyed it!

I love Hampton Bays.. was just out there visiting friends who grew up there. Selene and many trawler brands are great, I looked at them all prior to pulling the trigger on the Helmsman. Reach out anytime you want to chat features, options, etc.. Cheer! Greg 914-649-1666 gregmesserle@helmsmantrawlers.com

Glad you are enjoying the content.. the 38E is truly a great trawler.. we are enjoying it greatly!

It’s a great Great Loop boat for sure. So comfortable, many places to hang aboard and very responsive around locks, marinas and rivers.

Hi there.. 100% happy to share my purchase journey. For best insights (on competitive brands, budgets, features), please shoot me an email or text. While I'm happy to put a video up comparing/contrasting I hesitate to speak (in too much detail) about any one brand.. these brands all have wonderful owners, but to me - after much due diligence - the choice was clear (against my criteria). Reach out and I'll def share!! 914-649-1666 (text or call) gregmesserle@helmsmantrawlers.com

I just showed my trawler to an interested couple today who agree… They too want to have an open flybridge for entertaining purposes. Thanks for the comments as always.

The food, the atmosphere is spot on.. such a worthwhile place to make a pitstop! Oh, and the guys grabbing your lines are the best along the East Coast.

You're 100% right - great suggestion. I had receiving mode during this video and now that we have our MMSI number we are transmitting as well. Thanks for the comment, Greg

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the comment!

You read my mind.. that is among the content slated in the coming week or two! Thanks for the comment and viewing the channel, Justin!

Thank you for the comment!

Thanks for watching, appreciate it.

Hi Bill - thanks for sharing your approach. I was adjusting my range rings yesterday from as little as 1/2 mile to 2 miles, but didn't even think of going out to 4+ miles. I'll have to try that next time! Thanks..

You are correct, that is a wise strategy... thanks for the comment, Kent!

Magnus is doing great today on the ocean. there are no waves to speak of but plenty of 3' swell every 5 sec or so, plus passing vessels throwing wake.. Best I can tell it takes about 0.2 knots of "normal" speed when deployed.

You're right.. in fact we have about 50% of the storage capacity unused at the moment.. there really is loads of space to stow gear, provisions, etc. Thanks for the comment..

Thanks for the view and for the comment! Watch out for those rainbows that pour out of the engine rooms aboard our trawlers!

My pleasure, Casey! Leaving Cape May, NJ in the morning!

Hi there.. so two of daughters go to PSU, along w/ my nephew and two of my brothers and myself attended. My wife sadly didn't go to PSU.. but that's ok! My brothers and I were there in the early 90s. We Are!

Thanks so much! Appreciate your view and comment... Greg

Thank you for the comment. We love our flybridge almost as much as we love eating and drinking!

Good suggestions and I'll try to incorporate that in an upcoming video... As for aircraft with the arch down - I'm going w/ 15' for my operational procuedures even though I suspect it's more like 14'6" or so. Hope that helps!

@@HelmsmanHangout I'm pretty sure its closer to 13. Would love to know real life numbers when you can

Love the pre-populated responses TH-cam provides for me to consider using in comments. For your post the suggested comment was: One day New builds today are looking like under a year and more likely in the 8 month zone. Interested, shoot me a line and I can give ya more info! gregmesserle@helmsmantrawlers.com 914-649-1666