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The Bluewater 50 catamaran completes a 3,000-mile transatlantic crossing, demonstrating performance in light trade winds and ease of handling for a short-handed crew.1:37 Designed by Bill Dixon, the yacht features a Selden rig with custom Elmstrom furling sails and push-button reefing, which allows the crew to maintain full sail in variable conditions.1:53 During the passage, the crew maintains a constant radar watch for a drifting, unlit Bavaria 44 abandoned by its crew following a man-overboard incident reported in the vicinity.4:41 The vessel’s systems, including a high-capacity battery bank capable of powering a microwave and electric kettle, support extended offshore cruising.9:49 Navigation and sail control are centralized at a protected helm station, while the galley includes four-burner cooking and multiple refrigeration units.9:37 The crew utilizes twin headsails for stability in light air and monitors squalls via radar to manage spinnaker deployment at night.11:38

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