The Mariner · video

What this video covers

A 60-ft Open 60 sailing east from Newfoundland towards Falmouth, England, requires significant maintenance and weather routing to manage a trans-Atlantic passage. The host cleans emulsified oil and debris from the bilges by hand to restore bilge pump efficiency, noting that the pump’s impeller and one-way valves struggle with claggy residue.2:51 The vessel utilises Starlink to update AIS data every 15 minutes, providing a redundant source for ship tracking alongside PredictWind weather routing software.3:29 The host evaluates multiple weather models to navigate a ridge of high pressure and variable wind conditions, opting for a conservative sail plan using a second-reefed, 20-year-old mainsail.6:22 The boat features a water ballast system capable of holding six tons of water to improve righting moment, though the system requires further maintenance.7:33 The host is currently recruiting crew for the Fastnet race, emphasising the high entry costs and the need for functional, well-maintained systems for offshore voyaging.10:09

More from The Mariner

Anchoring Solo With No Engine & Updates on the Crewed Atlantic Voyage Oct 2026 PreparationSept 2026Sailing to Newport, my Trimaran Project & Notes on Archive Management for L- Matrix AI'sJul 2026Taking a Look Around the Waterfront in Lunenburg, Nova ScotiaJun 2026Solo Docking an 80ft Yacht Without Use Of The Auxillary EngineMay 2026

From The Mariner — see the channel’s boat, crew, and every analysed video.

The Sailing Directory Newsletter

One email with the fleet's best finds — the moments, boats, and stories worth your watch time. Enter your own address to get your own copy.