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Adam and Luke completed their first 111-mile offshore passage aboard their catamaran, Checkers, experiencing trade winds reaching 30 knots.0:03 The vessel maintained speeds of five to seven knots while remaining stable and upright, a significant improvement in comfort compared to their previous monohull, Atlas.0:42 During the passage, the crew maintained a two-hour watch rotation, finding the interior layout allowed for restful sleep and the ability to prepare meals while underway in heavy conditions.1:49 Despite the stability, the boat produced significant noise and slamming from waves hitting the low bridge deck and the centre hull.4:28 The crew noted that the design, which features a third hull partially in the water, behaves more like a trimaran than a traditional catamaran.3:56 While the boat proved fast and secure during downwind sailing, the owners plan to conduct further testing to evaluate performance and comfort when sailing close-hauled.4:58 The transition to a catamaran provides superior living space and comfort during offshore passages, though it introduces new challenges regarding bridge deck clearance and interior noise.

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