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Setting Sail: Our First Adventure Aboard the New Catamaran

July 7, 2024 · 42 min · 1K views · British Virgin Islands

What this video covers

A family completes their ASA 101 and 103 certifications before spending a week aboard their new Leopard 62 catamaran in the British Virgin Islands.0:48 The crew explores Norman Island, The Baths on Virgin Gorda, and Loblolly Bay on Anegada, where they snorkel and navigate local rental car traffic.10:47 The owners detail their decision-making process for selecting the Leopard 62 over a Privilege 585, citing the Leopard's superior maintenance history, the convenience of a Caribbean-based vessel, and the favorable exchange rate compared to European-based boats.35:34 They also highlight the benefits of the flybridge layout for increased cockpit space and visibility.37:17 During the final night in Great Harbor, the owner uses a bosun's chair to ascend the mast and grease the mainsail track.39:41 The trip concludes with the family preparing for PADI open water certification at Nanny Cay.38:21

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Leopard 58Their boatPrivilege 585Compared

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