Hammerhead 54 Tour & Interview - John Barry s/v Avalanche, Part 5, DrakeParagon Season 5, #40

Name: Hammerhead 54 Tour & Interview - John Barry s/v Avalanche, Part 5, DrakeParagon Season 5, #40
Uploaded: 2019-10-02T19:40:44.000Z
Duration: 16 min 13 s
Description: John Barry discusses crew management and global cruising plans aboard his Hammerhead 54 catamaran, *Avalanche*.

2. oktober 2019 · 16 min · 8K visninger

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John Barry, owner of the Hammerhead 54 catamaran *Avalanche*, details his approach to long-distance expedition sailing, crew management, and future voyage plans. Barry emphasizes that sailing a high-performance multihull requires an athletic mindset and the ability to maintain composure during mechanical failures or heavy weather.3:10 He credits his success to a collaborative leadership style, noting that he relies on experienced crew members—such as professional instructors from the National Outdoor Leadership School and Outward Bound—to provide technical solutions and problem-solving expertise.4:19 The vessel, formerly owned by New Belgium Brewery founder Jeff Lebesch, carries the sail number 1554.14:57 Following current mechanical repairs, the crew intends to sail from Iceland to the Faroe Islands, the Shetlands, and the Orkneys before wintering in Ireland.6:49 Future plans include Mediterranean coastal cruising, a freighter-assisted transit through the Suez Canal, and eventual exploration of the South Pacific, Indonesia, and Australia.7:38 Barry stresses that maintaining crew morale and enjoyment remains the primary objective of his around-the-world expedition.6:20