I had occasion to use the Whale with a full bilge after developing (it turned out) an airlocked Rule. It was far offshore, and although the bilge was empty in 20 or so pumps, I was astonished at how much work it was, and at the prospect of having to pump continuously in the event of disaster.
A crew could keep at it, in shifts. For a couple, or for a singlehander, tough duty.
The handle needs to be longer than mine, which is about 2 feet: nice for storage, otherwise a bear.
A crew could keep at it, in shifts. For a couple, or for a singlehander, tough duty.
The handle needs to be longer than mine, which is about 2 feet: nice for storage, otherwise a bear.