X-Yachts X 4.3 - A Christmas Yacht Delivery from Kinsale to Guernsey and back. Fabulous race yacht!
January 15, 2025 · 14 min · 9K views · Isles of Scilly
What this video covers
The crew delivers an X-Yachts X 4.3 from Kinsale, Ireland, to Guernsey and back, covering approximately 650 nautical miles.13:31 Departing Kinsale in blustery conditions, the vessel maintains speeds of 8.5 knots under two reefs in the mainsail while running deep downwind.4:13 The crew navigates past the Isles of Scilly, utilizing a low-pressure system for a fast transit before the wind eases, necessitating motor-sailing for the remainder of the approach to St. Peter Port.7:20 During the return leg, the crew shakes out the remaining reef to increase speed in lighter winds.11:33 The final approach to Kinsale occurs at 02:00 in low visibility, requiring two crew members on the bow to spot lobster pots near the harbor entrance.13:21 The delivery concludes with a 03:00 arrival at high tide during slack water.14:02
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