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First sail with the new boat! 😍 Test drive in Greece
June 28, 2025 · 15 min · 11K views
What this video covers
Matthias and Luisa conduct a sea trial of their 10-meter boat in Kielada, Greece, after the vessel spent eight months at a mooring. The engine performance remains inconsistent, with the boat achieving only 3.5 knots at full throttle. The port-side motor exhibits a slow power trim, likely due to a hydraulic issue. Inspection of the underwater hull reveals significant fouling on the rudders and hull, which requires cleaning to improve performance. The crew clears old lines and shackles from the mast and deck in preparation for the departure. Although the original plan involved sailing to Nafplio, the lack of wind and upcoming local commitments force the crew to limit the test to a short coastal run before returning to the mooring. The test confirms the need for further maintenance on the hydraulic trim system and hull cleaning to ensure reliable operation.
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