Rustler 42 - A Trans Atlantic Yacht Delivery: Bermuda to Azores
30 May 2024 · 22 min · 55K views · Bermuda
What this video covers
A Rustler 42 completes a 1,900-mile transatlantic delivery from Bermuda to Horta, Azores, in 13 days.21:20 The crew maintains an average speed of 6.2 knots, relying primarily on sail power and motoring for only one day of the passage.21:20 During the transit, the vessel encounters sustained Force 7 to 8 winds and 5-to-6-meter seas, reaching speeds of 12.5 knots while surfing downwind.15:55 The crew manages heavy weather by utilizing a fourth reef in the mainsail and a staysail, while employing a Hydrovane for self-steering.13:36 Navigation and weather routing are monitored via PredictWind, which allows the crew to track low-pressure systems and maintain a broad reach to avoid beating into the wind.12:02 The boat features a centrally located engine compartment designed for accessibility, allowing for maintenance of the impeller and alternator belts while underway.0:23 The passage concludes with customs clearance in Horta.21:05 Proper reefing and sail configuration provide the stability necessary to handle sustained gale-force conditions safely.
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