What the fleet has seen
The Comet 770, as the fleet has seen it
Derived from the videos the fleet has analysed of this model. ▶ marks open the moment aboard.
The Comet 770 is a 7.7-meter masthead sloop designed by Groupe Finot and built by Comar Yachts between 1973 and 1978, originally as an IOR 1/4 ton racer. With a fin keel and rudder on skeg, it displaces 1610 kg. Aboard "Maurizio and the sail," a Comet 770 is sailed on Lake Garda, where its crew demonstrates single-handed reefing in 15–17 knots of wind, noting that an autopilot or second crew member is essential for solo reefing because the boat bears away uncontrollably under genoa alone.1:31 The same crew also details a single-handed marina departure procedure, emphasizing engine warm-up and line preparation for wind-against-bow conditions.watch Pre-sail safety checks on this model include inspecting all shrouds, forestay, and backstay fittings for cotter pin integrity, as a missing cotter pin can lead to dismasting.0:54 Wrapping chainplates is recommended to prevent jib sheets from snagging and dislodging cotter pins.2:33
