EP#372 Coaching Trip to NYC
30 September 2025 · 38 min · 117 views · Sandy Hook, New Jersey
What this video covers
Jerome Rand conducts a coaching session aboard a Tazwell 43 in the waters off Sandy Hook, New Jersey, to refine boat handling and sail management systems.2:11 The training focuses on practical manoeuvres, including tacking, jibing, reefing the mainsail, and configuring the pole for jib and staysail deployment.6:41 Despite light wind conditions, the crew utilises the outing to identify mechanical bugs and improve operational efficiency.3:09 The vessel features a dual-head layout, a central saloon, and a well-maintained bilge, which serves as a benchmark for maintenance standards.12:49 The session concludes with a return transit through the channels near the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge.5:19 Rand emphasises that repetitive practice of these systems is essential for maintaining proficiency during offshore passages.7:16 The experience highlights the value of systematic boat preparation and the importance of maintaining clean, accessible bilges for monitoring vessel health.
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