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Neel 51 Trimaran Atlantic Crossing, ARC Regatta - Ep.5/5
January 22, 2022 · 1h 3m · 109K views · Atlantic Ocean
What this video covers
A Neel 51 trimaran crossing the Atlantic during the ARC regatta maintains a steady pace using a gennaker and mainsail, despite inconsistent trade winds and frequent sail damage.18:58 The crew reports that high-maintenance downwind sails like gennakers and spinnakers often fail under the constant motion of ocean swells, leading them to prefer more stable alternatives such as a Parasail, Code Zero, or light Genoa for long-distance passages.29:55 During the transit, the crew manages halyard chafe by replacing damaged lines with non-stretching Dyneema and protecting high-friction areas with hose.13:47 The vessel averages 7 knots over 1,000 nautical miles, with speeds occasionally reaching 10 knots while surfing downwind in 15 to 24 knots of breeze.25:30 The crew notes that weather models frequently diverge from actual conditions, requiring tactical adjustments to sail plans and reefing when encountering squalls.40:29 Onboard life includes daily watermaker use for showers and meal preparation, despite high cabin temperatures and humidity.37:38
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