nitromarkkr Posted March 19, 2009 #1 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I've heard that due to the economy and in the interest of cutting costs, that ALL the cruise lines are reducing their use of the ship's stabilizers, thus causing a considerable increase of motion that one might feel when the ship is at sea. Don't know if there's any truth to this but has anybody experienced this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schplinky Posted March 19, 2009 #2 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I do think they use them less but frankly, they're not going to have much onboard revenue if people are sick in their rooms. This isn't actually a new rumour and it hits some lines more than others but I imagine they have to strike a balance with fuel savings and the likelihood of a guest returning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarkk W Griswald Posted March 19, 2009 #3 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I've heard that due to the economy and in the interest of cutting costs, that ALL the cruise lines are reducing their use of the ship's stabilizers, thus causing a considerable increase of motion that one might feel when the ship is at sea. Don't know if there's any truth to this but has anybody experienced this? Where did you hear this rumor? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nitromarkkr Posted March 19, 2009 Author #4 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Where did you hear this rumor? From my wife's cousin who was just on a cruise last week and boldly stated "all cruise lines are doing this". Consider me skeptical. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RetireeWannabee Posted March 19, 2009 #5 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I'll believe it when we hear widespread stories of seasickness the likes of which have never been seen before. Why do that NOW when fuel is much more affordable? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinfanatic Posted March 19, 2009 #6 Share Posted March 19, 2009 From my wife's cousin who was just on a cruise last week and boldly stated "all cruise lines are doing this". Consider me skeptical. So you're saying that your wife's cousin heard that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfcathorse Posted March 19, 2009 #7 Share Posted March 19, 2009 stabilizers only take away a little of the side to side motion, none of the front to back. They won't work in really heavy seas anyway so you've probably sailed without them before and didn't even notice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarkk W Griswald Posted March 19, 2009 #8 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Maybe they'll get rid of half of the lifeboats, too. That will lighten the load. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G'ma Posted March 19, 2009 #9 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I've heard that due to the economy and in the interest of cutting costs, that ALL the cruise lines are reducing their use of the ship's stabilizers, thus causing a considerable increase of motion that one might feel when the ship is at sea. Don't know if there's any truth to this but has anybody experienced this? Stabilizers are used based on weather and sea conditions. They'd never put the ship and it's passengers at risk by not using them. They will, however, slow down.....making less stablizing action needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coxswain Posted March 19, 2009 #10 Share Posted March 19, 2009 We can't have that it would only lead to Rocking of the Boat lol lol jj...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisePRN Posted March 19, 2009 #11 Share Posted March 19, 2009 There's been previous posts about this being done. The reason given was to save money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare xpcdoojk Posted March 19, 2009 #12 Share Posted March 19, 2009 There's been previous posts about this being done. The reason given was to save money. Yes, previous unsubstantiated rumors. Welcome to CC, where rumors and fiction flourish. jc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Druke I Posted March 19, 2009 #13 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Stabilizers do increase drag - thus reducing fuel efficiency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquahound Posted March 19, 2009 #14 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Back to the stabilizers.... I work at the Key West Harbor and routinely deal with cruise ships and their crews. Here's what I know. Every individual cruise ship Captain manages his/her own ship and use of stabilizers. Not one single cruise line has given a blanket order to stop using them, or to decrease their usage. It is true that a few lines/ships have cut port times to order to cruise at slower speeds, but the stabilizer rumor is not true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted March 19, 2009 #15 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I've heard that due to the economy and in the interest of cutting costs, that ALL the cruise lines are reducing their use of the ship's stabilizers, thus causing a considerable increase of motion that one might feel when the ship is at sea. Don't know if there's any truth to this but has anybody experienced this? Back to the stabilizers.... I work at the Key West Harbor and routinely deal with cruise ships and their crews. Here's what I know. Every individual cruise ship Captain manages his/her own ship and use of stabilizers. Not one single cruise line has given a blanket order to stop using them, or to decrease their usage. It is true that a few lines/ships have cut port times to order to cruise at slower speeds, but the stabilizer rumor is not true. And that should lay to rest this latest baseless rumor. Thanks, Paul. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquahound Posted March 19, 2009 #16 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Thanks, Paul. :) Anytime Carol! :) I'm glad you're here.....you can vouch for my creds! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted March 19, 2009 #17 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Anytime Carol! :) I'm glad you're here.....you can vouch for my creds! ;) And who will vouch for *mine*? ;) BTW, have you seen the thread about carrying a weapon aboard?!?!?!?!? http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=950859 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark_K Posted March 19, 2009 #18 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I've heard that due to the economy and in the interest of cutting costs, that ALL the cruise lines are reducing their use of the ship's stabilizers, thus causing a considerable increase of motion that one might feel when the ship is at sea. Don't know if there's any truth to this but has anybody experienced this?I heard, just today, that if you cut open a 6v lantern battery, there are 32 AA's inside. Considering the price difference, it's quite a savings. Don't know if it's true or not, but fortunately, as soon as I get my $12 million from my long lost Nigerian relative, I won't have to worry about it. PS - your post is a re-hash of a rumor from when oil was well over $100/barrel. That's not the case any more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquahound Posted March 19, 2009 #19 Share Posted March 19, 2009 And who will vouch for *mine*? ;) BTW, have you seen the thread about carrying a weapon aboard?!?!?!?!? I'll always have your back! And yes, I just threw in my .02 on that thread! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cassieroll Posted March 20, 2009 #20 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Maybe they'll get rid of half of the lifeboats, too. That will lighten the load.ROFL! Superb idea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rancher Dave Posted March 20, 2009 #21 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Back to the stabilizers.... I work at the Key West Harbor and routinely deal with cruise ships and their crews. Here's what I know. Every individual cruise ship Captain manages his/her own ship and use of stabilizers. Not one single cruise line has given a blanket order to stop using them, or to decrease their usage. It is true that a few lines/ships have cut port times to order to cruise at slower speeds, but the stabilizer rumor is not true. Pretty much 100% right out of the mouth of one captain...and he said his #1 priority is passenger comfort above all else. I think that is why he has a happy crew and many happy pax. Also, RCCL usually only does 3 stops on most 7 night cruises, thus the increased drag and resulting slower speed does not affect the ability to make ports, just total fuel consumption...so they can use the stabs to keep it comfortable and make all ports, just a bit of extra fuel. With fuel back in check as far as cost goes, the extra cost is not a real big deal with compared to the comfort, which does lead to happier pax who are out and about spending. How many sick folks do you see downing a bucket of beer at the pool? Of course that could be why they are sick. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistergq Posted March 20, 2009 #22 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Back to the stabilizers.... I work at the Key West Harbor and routinely deal with cruise ships and their crews. Here's what I know. Every individual cruise ship Captain manages his/her own ship and use of stabilizers. Not one single cruise line has given a blanket order to stop using them, or to decrease their usage. It is true that a few lines/ships have cut port times to order to cruise at slower speeds, but the stabilizer rumor is not true. that makes sense. when we were on LOS a couple of weeks ago, one of the CC posters at the meet and mingle asked one the assistant cruise directors if the Captain was using the stabilizers and he responded no. The boat was rocking, not horrible, but it was rocking. by the way, crude oil prices have jumped from $38 on Monday to $51 on Thursday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leoandhugh Posted March 20, 2009 #23 Share Posted March 20, 2009 I think, considering the source of the info given to the OP, she has plenty of reason to be skeptical. Any time you hear or read that "all cruise lines are doing it" my doubt antennae start to quiver. Unless, of course, "all cruise lines .........carry passengers, sail the seas, serve food etc then I believe:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SecretSK Posted March 20, 2009 #24 Share Posted March 20, 2009 that makes sense. when we were on LOS a couple of weeks ago, one of the CC posters at the meet and mingle asked one the assistant cruise directors if the Captain was using the stabilizers and he responded no. The boat was rocking, not horrible, but it was rocking. by the way, crude oil prices have jumped from $38 on Monday to $51 on Thursday. As I said when we were on the Royal Promenade, it was kind of a funny view to see everyone stray to the right.. and then to the left.. with the rocking of the boat. :D The rocking was noticeable at times, but we never really hit rough seas, at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaHappy Posted March 20, 2009 #25 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Sailing last week on the Mariner, I believe the stabilizers were being used. A very smooth sailing it was. Or maybe the Pacific was as smooth as glass... :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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