I like having access to the aft cabin when in harbor and on a nice bay sail. I am less impressed with it offshore. In fact, unless you are dealing with flat calm conditions I believe that the aft hatch should be closed and secured once you venture offshore. As the aft companionway on TIH needed a complete overhaul I took the opportunity to redesign it.
I will replace the existing hatch board and cover with fiberglassed coosa board. The front will be hinged about 2" up and open forward. It will be bolted closed against heavy rubber gaskets.
The top lid will be hinged about 2/3 of the way back. The teak board represents the location of the main sheet track. The black otter box represents a Lewmar 20 ocean hatch.
The top lid will have a front edge.
Lid hinged up.
http://catalog.monroehinge.com/viewitems/all-categories/plastic-living-hinge
Will be held up by a brass hatch holder;
http://www.downwindmarine.com/images/P/891549.jpg
Location of heavy duty rubber gaskets.
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