{"product_id":"edson-14-5-comfortgrip-powerwheel-steering","title":"Edson 14.5\" SS ComfortGrip PowerWheel Steering Wheel","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eYour hands are on the wheel more than any other part of the boat, so it's worth getting one that feels right. The Edson 14.5-inch ComfortGrip PowerWheel is a solid one-piece 316 stainless wheel with a molded rubber grip on the rim. It looks sharp on the console and holds up to years of salt and sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour hands are on the wheel more than any other part of your boat. So it's worth getting one that feels right. The Edson 14.5-inch ComfortGrip PowerWheel is a solid-cast 316 stainless steel wheel with a classic tri-spoke shape and a rubber finger-grip insert molded into the rim. It looks sharp on a console, and it feels even better under your palms on a long run home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets this one apart is how it's built. The whole wheel is a single piece of cast 316 stainless. No welds, no seams, no joints to work loose or corrode from the inside out. That matters out on the water. A lot of cheaper wheels hide their rough spots under chrome or paint, and salt finds every one of them eventually. This is polished marine-grade stainless all the way through, so it keeps its shine season after season as long as you give it a quick polish now and then.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ComfortGrip rim is the real story here. Edson molds a rubber finger-grip insert into the underside of the rim, so your fingers fall into a natural, secure hold instead of sliding on bare metal. On a wet day, in gloves, or an hour into a beam sea, that grip is the difference between fighting the wheel and just steering the boat. It's precise without being harsh, and it warms up in your hands a lot faster than plain stainless does on a cold morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the polished-finish version, with a bright mirror shine that dresses up a helm. Edson offers the same wheel in a satin finish if you'd rather cut the glare on a sunny day, but the polished stainless is the classic look most boaters reach for. Either way, it's the same one-piece 316 casting underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 14.5 inches, this is the middle size in Edson's ComfortGrip line, which also comes in 13-inch and 16-inch diameters. The 14.5 is a sweet spot for a lot of boats. Big enough to give you real turning power at the helm, small enough that it won't crowd a tight console or flybridge. It's a natural fit for center-consoles, express cruisers, and mid-size sailboats with narrow cockpits. On a larger trawler or a wide sportfisher helm, you might want to step up to the 16-inch for a bit more turning power. If your cockpit is cramped, the 13-inch is the better move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward for anyone comfortable working at the helm. The wheel fits standard powerboat wheel shafts, and it ships with a 1-inch 316 stainless wheel nut that carries inserts for both 12mm and 5\/8-inch-18 threads. So it lands on the two most common shaft standards without a trip to the hardware store. One tip from experience: snug that center nut down properly and put a dab of thread locker on it. A wheel nut that backs off in chop is the kind of thing you only forget once. Torque it into the low-20s in foot-pounds and you're set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim is also machined to accept Edson's Pro-Series and ComfortGrip PowerKnobs. If you dock single-handed, or run tight rivers and inlets, a PowerKnob gives you spin-the-wheel-with-one-hand control while your other hand works the throttle. The knob is a separate add-on, not included with the wheel, but this PowerWheel is ready for one whenever you are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it a rinse after a salty run and a light polish a few times a year, and this wheel will outlast most of the boat around it. Premium builders spec Edson wheels on new boats for a reason. If you're upgrading a tired helm or finishing off a repower, the ComfortGrip PowerWheel is one of those small changes you notice every single time you take the wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSolid one-piece cast 316 stainless steel, with no welds or joints to corrode or work loose\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e14.5-inch diameter, the mid-size option between Edson's 13-inch and 16-inch ComfortGrip wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMolded rubber finger-grip rim insert for a secure hold in spray, gloves, or long runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClassic tri-spoke design that looks at home on any console, flybridge, or tower\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePolished marine-grade stainless finish that keeps its shine with occasional polishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits standard powerboat wheel shafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes a 1-inch 316 stainless wheel nut with inserts for 12mm and 5\/8-inch-18 threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRim machined to accept Edson Pro-Series and ComfortGrip PowerKnobs (sold separately) for one-handed control\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrecisely designed for cockpits, consoles, flybridges, and towers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Edson Marine reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat size boat is the 14.5-inch wheel best for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's the mid-size option and a good all-rounder. The 14.5-inch fits center-consoles, express cruisers, and mid-size sailboats with narrow cockpits. If you run a larger trawler or a wide sportfisher helm and want more turning power, step up to the 16-inch. For a cramped cockpit, the 13-inch is the better move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes this wheel come with a PowerKnob?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The rim is machined to accept Edson's Pro-Series and ComfortGrip PowerKnobs, but the knob is a separate accessory. The kit includes the 14.5-inch wheel and a stainless wheel nut with thread inserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat shaft sizes does it fit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt fits standard powerboat wheel shafts. The included 1-inch 316 stainless wheel nut carries inserts for both 12mm and 5\/8-inch-18 threads, which covers the two most common shaft standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs it real stainless steel?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. It's a solid one-piece casting in 316 marine-grade stainless, polished to a mirror finish. Because it's cast as a single piece, there are no welds or seams to corrode from the inside out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill it corrode in salt water?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e316 stainless holds up well in salt air, but no stainless is fully maintenance-free out there. Rinse it after a salty run and give it a light polish a few times a year and it'll keep its shine for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the ComfortGrip made of?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's a rubber finger-grip insert molded into the underside of the rim. It gives you a secure, comfortable hold instead of sliding on bare metal, and it's easier on your hands in cold or wet weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat's the difference between the polished and satin versions?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis is the polished version, with a bright mirror shine. Edson also makes the same wheel in a satin finish that cuts glare on sunny days. The casting underneath is identical, so it comes down to the look you want at the helm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I keep the wheel from loosening on the shaft?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eSnug the center nut down properly and add a dab of thread locker. Torque it into the low-20s in foot-pounds. A little thread locker keeps the nut from backing off in chop, and it's worth checking it once in a while.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat's included in the kit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYou get the 14.5-inch ComfortGrip PowerWheel and a 1-inch 316 stainless wheel nut with inserts for 12mm and 5\/8-inch-18 threads. 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