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Full SAILBOAT TOUR [Affordable 46ft Am, Comfortable, Reliable, Ocean Sailing Monohull]
13 October 2024 · 56 min · 30K views
What this video covers
The 46-foot Amel monohull features a center-cockpit design optimized for downwind sailing and long-distance ocean cruising.1:54 The deck layout includes a 180% Genoa, dual bow lockers for sail and gear storage, and a robust stainless steel pulpit with rigid tubing lifelines.1:12 The rig utilizes a two-part whisker pole system and a furling mainmast, with most lines led aft to the cockpit for single-handed operation.4:00 The cockpit is enclosed by a plexiglass dodger and provides protected access to the engine compartment, which is located directly beneath the cockpit sole.8:48 A 27-kilogram Ultra stainless steel anchor serves as the primary ground tackle, paired with an electric windlass and 3/8-inch chain.0:18 The stern carries a Highfield aluminum-hull dinghy.11:41 The vessel’s design prioritizes safety and ease of handling, allowing for operation by older sailors through the use of electric winches and high-purchase block systems.9:37
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