[OFF MARKET] Spirit 52D (OUI FLING) with Ben Cooper - Yacht for Sale - Craftsmanship at the Heart
October 3, 2025 · 7 min · 2K views
What this video covers
The Spirit 52D OUI FLING, constructed in 2017 by Spirit Yachts in Ipswich, features a wood-composite hull built with mahogany ring frames, yellow cedar planking, and a Burmese teak deck.1:28 The yacht carries a carbon rig from Hallspars, which was stiffened and repainted recently.1:48 Deck hardware includes three-speed powered winches with foot-button controls, transverse jib tracks, and an under-deck tack line for asymmetric sails.3:49 The cockpit layout separates the working area from the helm, where a large carbon wheel provides feedback and visibility.3:22 Below deck, the interior houses fuel tanks, sheet reelers, and a removable Peli case containing the battery charger and inverter to reduce weight for racing.6:36 The vessel utilizes North 3Di sails and includes a waterproof tablet for navigation.6:46 The deep fin rudder and engine controls in the cockpit facilitate maneuvering.3:37 This yacht consistently competes in Spirit of Tradition regattas.7:13
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