A closer look at gyro stabilization, and why Smartgyro makes all the difference.
Whether you're an experienced seafarer or a weekend boater, the discomfort of sea sickness can affect anyone, turning excitement into discomfort in minutes.
Pills, ginger, and wristbands can help — but they treat the symptoms, not the cause. The real culprit? Uncontrolled roll motion. Address the roll, and you address the problem. That’s exactly where Smartgyro’s gyro stabilization technology comes into play.
For many boat owners, the true luxury at sea isn't just the destination, it's the ability to enjoy the journey in comfort. Smartgyro’s gyroscopic stabilizers reduce roll by up to 95%, transforming rough days on the water into smooth, comfortable experiences. This not only helps with comfort but directly combats the physiological triggers of seasickness.
Sea sickness is essentially a conflict between what your eyes see and what your inner ear, responsible for balance, senses. When the boat moves unpredictably, especially in a rolling motion, your body struggles to reconcile the conflicting inputs. This sensory mismatch can quickly lead to nausea, dizziness, fatigue, and a desire to be anywhere but onboard.
At the core of Smartgyro’s technology is the gyroscope, a spinning flywheel housed in a sealed sphere. When a vessel rolls with the motion of the sea, the gyroscope generates a force that opposes this movement, known as anti-roll torque.
But it's not just raw physics that makes Smartgyro stand out, it's the advanced motion control system that continuously fine-tunes the braking of the sphere’s precession in real-time, adapting to changing sea conditions to maximise stabilization. The result? A vessel that feels balanced, steady, and comfortable — even in challenging seas.
Even among elite crews like Rising Sons, seasickness can be a real issue, especially during multi-day sportfishing tournaments with long runs offshore in unpredictable Gulf conditions.
Based in Alabama and competing on the Gulf Coast circuit, the Rising Sons team faces intense physical and mental demands. Tournament days often start before dawn and run late into the evening, with crew members constantly moving, standing, and reacting — often in rough, rolling seas. In these conditions, even one team member feeling off balance or nauseous can affect the entire crew’s focus and performance.
But since installing the Smartgyro SG60 aboard their Viking 58, that’s changed.
“Before the Smartgyro stabilizer was installed, rough conditions often meant dealing with seasickness instead of focusing on fishing. Since the upgrade, the ride has been significantly smoother, and I can finally enjoy the experience and concentrate on what I’m out there to do.” – Wyatt Berthelot, Part Time Mate and Angler at Rising Sons.
Smartgyro has helped the crew minimize motion-induced fatigue and discomfort, allowing them to stay sharp and confident through the most demanding conditions. By drastically reducing roll, the SG60 stabilizer helps eliminate the triggers of seasickness, particularly during long periods of drifting, idling, or trolling where the boat is most vulnerable to beam-on waves.
It’s not just about comfort, it’s about maintaining peak performance, especially when conditions push both the crew and their equipment to the limit.
While comfort is the headline, Smartgyro's benefits go deeper:
Unlike older beliefs, Smartgyro works both underway and at anchor. There’s no need to switch it off when cruising, and for smoother high-speed turns, the system automatically locks the gyro’s counteracting forces.
Of course, performance is only part of the equation, and how easily a stabilizer can be installed and maintained can be just as important.
Smartgyro’s modular design means components can be brought onboard through standard openings and assembled in place. This reduces downtime, avoids major structural modifications, and allows for servicing even at sea.
For commercial operators who can’t afford lengthy haul-outs — and for yacht owners who value hassle-free refits — this adaptability is a major advantage.
Seasickness has plagued seafarers for centuries. But today, thanks to marine stabilization technology, and Smartgyro’s innovation in particular, we’re finally turning the tide. For anyone who loves the water but struggles with motion discomfort, a gyro stabilizer isn't just an upgrade; it’s a remedy.
Smartgyro transforms the experience of boating, making the water more welcoming, accessible, and enjoyable for everyone, from old salts to first-timers.
Contact us today to find the ideal Smartgyro stabilizer for your vessel, and experience the difference on your next trip.