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Paul and Sheryl Shard take delivery of their new aluminum Orion 49 sailboat in the Netherlands and depart on a maiden voyage toward the United Kingdom.Watch The crew exits the IJsselmeer via the sea lock into the Wadden Sea, navigating heavy weekend traffic and tight locking conditions.2:06 They emphasize the importance of securing a stern line first when using a bow thruster in confined, crowded locks.4:13 The 270-mile passage across the North Sea includes a stop at Sovereign Harbour in Eastbourne, where they utilize a locked marina with floating docks that rise with the tide.7:27 The voyage continues through the English Channel to the Solent, where they anchor off the Isle of Wight in 15–17 knots of breeze.11:27 Addressing common concerns regarding aluminum construction, the hosts report that the vessel remains quiet underway due to hull insulation and structural rigidity.10:37 The boat performs as expected during its first offshore passage.11:56

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