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Yarns: Dale & Katrina of SV Womble Talk Cruising on a 50ft Seawind 1600 Catamaran with Sailor James
28 July 2023 · 59 min · 9K views
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Dale and Katrina, owners of the 50-ft Seawind 1600 catamaran Womble, discuss the transition from coastal sailing in the Channel Islands to ocean cruising.3:22 After taking delivery of their new vessel in Florida during the pandemic, the couple navigated the Caribbean and crossed the Pacific to Tahiti.7:54 They emphasise the necessity of redundant systems for long-distance sailing, specifically citing their use of dual autopilots and a 12-volt water maker.33:43 To manage the physical demands of a large catamaran, they recruited crew for longer passages, which allowed for four-person watch rotations and reduced fatigue.20:17 The owners highlight that ocean sailing accelerates wear and tear, requiring constant maintenance of electronics and mechanical systems.27:50 They worked with the manufacturer to refine features like the Bimini-based rainwater collection system, which now captures up to 100 litres per hour.32:54 The couple concludes that ocean sailing requires a shift in mindset from daily planning to managing long-term weather windows and system reliability.
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