Lagoon 450s - A Yacht Delivery from Falmouth to Hamble
November 21, 2023 · 8 min · 2K views · Hamble
What this video covers
The crew prepares the Lagoon 450S Eliseo for a delivery from Pendennis Marina in Falmouth to Hamble, with a final destination of Barbados.0:26 Before the Atlantic crossing, the vessel requires a haul-out at Hamble Yacht Services for repairs and styling.0:43 The transit involves navigating the Needles Channel and Hurst Narrows, with the crew timing their arrival to coincide with slack water to maximize steerage and tidal assistance.7:17 During the coastal passage, the crew maintains a heading toward Start Point, monitors HMS Somerset via AIS, and manages a 31-foot yacht under tow.3:13 The vessel encounters 20 to 25 knots of wind and significant rollers after a gale, though the catamaran maintains a steady speed of six to nine knots.4:21 Maneuvering the 45-foot catamaran in tight marina spaces requires locking the wheel amidships and using independent engine throttles for control.1:37 Proper tidal planning and preparation ensure a smooth arrival at the Hamble pontoon.
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