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FULL TOUR of my Contessa 35! -PART TWO-
6 de marzo de 2026 · 22 min · 38K visitas · Shetland
Sailor at helm of heeling Contessa 35 in rough seas
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A Contessa 35 rigged for solo offshore sailing utilizes a suite of integrated electronics and mechanical systems to manage navigation, power, and safety. The vessel features a Raymarine chartplotter with augmented reality, AIS, and a PredictWind Data Hub that tracks signals up to 300 nautical miles.2:32 An onboard PC running Watchit software provides audible proximity alerts for AIS targets and land.1:04 For satellite connectivity and weather routing, the boat uses an Iridium Go and the PredictWind offshore app.4:10 Electrical power is managed by a 1500-watt inverter, with charging supplemented by two 50-watt solar panels and a Watt&See hydro generator.14:27 The anchor system includes a 20-kg Quick Olympic anchor, 80 meters of stainless steel chain, and a 1000-watt windlass powered by a dedicated 50-amp Red Top battery.16:57 A 2.5-meter Tru-Kit tender with an E-propulsion 1.4-hp electric motor provides shore access.18:03 The boat carries extensive spare parts for the engine and electrical systems, alongside comprehensive fire suppression and emergency communication gear, including a DSC VHF and an emergency beacon.20:28
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