Gone with the Wynns · vidéo

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The owners of a cruising sailboat replace a heavy, center-console dinghy with a lightweight aluminum Highfield model to improve storage and beaching capability.7:54 The previous vessel-supplied dinghy, while comfortable, proved too heavy for easy handling and lacked sufficient interior space for gear like folding bicycles.7:38 The new Highfield dinghy features a pull-start engine and a simpler, more practical layout.7:57 During the purchase at Nautical Ventures in Dania Beach, Florida, the crew opts for a 20-horsepower engine to ensure adequate power for carrying passengers and gear.10:13 After one month of use in the Bahamas, the crew reports that the smaller, lighter boat is easier to drag onto beaches and maneuver, though it offers less seating capacity and a different driving position than the previous model.11:20 The crew concludes that prioritizing weight and utility over luxury features is essential for a cruising lifestyle.

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