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A crew aboard the Morgan of Sark completed a transatlantic voyage by prioritizing a southern route to find consistent wind.1:33 The strategy required sailing 150 miles beyond the direct rhumb line, reaching as far south as 10 degrees latitude.2:01 Despite initial concerns about boredom and seasickness, the crew maintained a peaceful environment over 50 days.0:26 The plotter provided regular updates on fleet positioning, which caused temporary anxiety when the boat trailed northern competitors by 50 to 60 miles.1:50 Increased wind speeds eventually validated the southern course, though the crew encountered significant seaweed in the lower latitudes.1:56 A second vessel opted for a more direct, northern route, resulting in a shorter distance but slower speeds due to lighter winds.2:42 This crew relied on twin headsails for dead downwind sailing, reporting a wet and rolly passage.2:51 Choosing a longer southern route can provide the necessary wind for heavier displacement vessels to maintain speed compared to a direct, light-wind northern track.2:17

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