Sailing Zataravidéo
Where did the name “Zatara” come from? And other burning questions answered…
16 juillet 2020 · 26 min · 151K vues
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
The crew of the catamaran Zatara addresses common questions regarding long-term cruising, boat maintenance, and safety during Pacific passages. Keith Whitaker emphasizes that boat ownership typically involves depreciation, though significant solar installations—ideally 2,000 to 3,000 watts—provide the best return on investment by reducing reliance on generators and fuel. Regarding safety, the crew maintains strict cockpit rules for children during night passages to prevent man-overboard incidents, noting that falling overboard at night remains a primary lethal risk. They manage time zone changes manually by adjusting clocks every 15 degrees of longitude, as chart plotters and devices often lack automatic updates without cellular signals. For technical reliability, the crew carries spares for mission-critical systems like generators. While they have encountered minor issues with their Volvo engines, they report generally reliable performance over 3,000 hours of operation. The crew also highlights the logistical challenges of international pet travel, specifically regarding strict quarantine laws in countries like Australia and New Zealand.
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