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My best offshore experience by far | Skippering across the Norwegian seas

26 de octubre de 2024 · 1 min · 286 vistas · Norwegian Sea

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A crew member reflects on an offshore passage aboard Saga, a Swan 47 skippered by Chris and maintained by Chris and Natz. The passage crossed Norwegian seas and included a gale with building seas; pre-trip planning allowed the crew to use the conditions rather than fight them. The speaker joined seeking detachment from coastal sailing and found the experience the strongest of his sailing life to date. He notes Chris's teaching style — explaining every mental process behind a sailing decision or passage plan — as a standout element. Seasickness hit early, and the passage surfaced other gaps he could only identify by doing the miles. He returned home with a clear list of skills to develop before attempting more demanding voyages. Saga itself drew praise for seaworthiness combined with speed. The practical takeaway: a well-planned offshore passage in heavy weather teaches more about personal limits and decision-making than any coastal sailing can.

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