Sailing Learning By Doing · video

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The catamaran Learning By Doing completes a coastal passage from Middle Percy Island to Airlie Beach, Australia, covering approximately 300 to 400 miles over several days.17:02 The crew navigates the Whitsunday Passage using a new mainsail and a screecher, maintaining average speeds between 7 and 9 knots in varying wind conditions.10:07 After departing a rolly anchorage at Middle Percy Island, the vessel stops at Schofield and South Mole before reaching Airlie Beach.12:57 The crew experiences beam reaches and downwind sailing, including a wing-on-wing configuration in 8 knots of wind.10:08 The passage serves as a trial for a potential buyer evaluating the suitability of a 40-foot catamaran for solo or couple-based cruising.14:16 The vessel performs reliably throughout the trip, requiring no repairs upon arrival.17:39 The transit concludes with a crew change in Airlie Beach, with plans to continue north toward Cairns.11:49

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