11. Grey Wolf FPB78-2 Adventures from the Pacific to Antarctica – Building the Ultimate Expeditio...
26 décembre 2025 · 12 min · 1K vues · Lymington
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The owner of the FPB 78-2 *Grey Wolf 2* recounts a multi-year expedition from New Zealand to the United Kingdom, including a three-week cruise to Antarctica.8:51 The vessel, designed by Steve Dashew, features an MCA Category Zero rating to ensure safety and autonomy in remote regions.6:05 During the transit from New Zealand, the crew utilized equatorial countercurrents to reach Panama before crossing to the Azores and Guernsey.2:55 A subsequent voyage from Chile to Antarctica involved navigating ice-heavy waters where shifting winds required constant monitoring of anchor positions and ice movement.9:26 The vessel demonstrated high-latitude capability by holding position in 100-knot winds while anchored in Chile.11:13 Lessons learned from operating the smaller FPB 64-6 *Little Grey Wolf* informed the design of the 78-footer, specifically regarding the necessity of carrying extensive spare parts and ensuring easy access to mechanical systems.3:48 The owner estimates having logged over 80,000 nautical miles across both vessels.10:27
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