I have a.Capri 22 with a wing keel, 2’6” draft.  Relative newcomer to GSL with two seasons.  No issues getting out. The dense water of the GSL does cause the boat to be more buoyant and therefore top heavy.  I have never had a knock down, but with 20+ knots of apparent wind, the leeward rail is typically in the water and the boom gets real close to the water.  I often single-hand so more crew would reduce heeling.  Don’t know if owners of fin keel boats notice this as well, but my boat is more tippy in the GSL than in fresh water.  You will likely not notice it as much on a Catalina 25.

Fred


On Dec 31, 2019, at 3:28 PM, Alan Vincent <alan.d.vincent@gmail.com> wrote:


I have a Catalina 22 with a wing keel out there.  It is a bit slow for racing  but does just fine for cruising and is a blessing when the water is low.  I think my draft is 2.9 feet and I've always been able to get out 

On Tue, Dec 31, 2019, 3:20 PM Robert Holley <rleeholley@hotmail.com> wrote:
Dave,

If you have a moment, do you have any experience with wing keels and their performance in the Great Salt Lake? We are interested in a Catalina 25 with a wing keel that came up for sale (draft 3 ft. 10 in.), and would appreciate some advice about whether that type of keel would be suitable for the Marina mouth when the water level is low.
Also, are there any slips available for a 25’ boat with water and electricity?
Thanks for your time. Wishing you a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year.
 
Bob & Alison Holley
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