Coping with heavy weather with Nigel Irens.

Lagoon catamaran in heavy weather. Fast inter-island launches fishing boats and other working vessels are designed and built there. Few yachtspersons know that the CNB-LAGOON factory in Bordeaux has a fishing and transportation branch. Despite this experience LAGOON took.

I motor with one engine at 2400rpm and do around 55 knots if not into a headwind. Catamaran Sailing Techniques Part 6. Triggered by some recent questions from people only just embarking on a circumnavigation we thought wed share some of the ways we handle rough seas with the Lagoon.

Only have 2 bladed fixed props. Soon we will have been sailing full time for 8 years on our Lagoon 440 Impi. Ever having to completely stop the boat in survival weather.

Our PREFERRED Sailmaker. Two of these large lockers can house extra tankage and cruising gear including large outboard motors. The vertical capstan-windless runs the chain out to the bow and a second.

This article will show you the seventeen best catamarans for. Yet its reputa-tion has been recognized for many years. Boat weight will be higher resisting being tossed about by wind and convoluted seas.

Running before the wind where the true wind comes from directly behind the catamaran may be a comfortable option during heavy weather. These cats focus on speed safety and comfort for longer journeys. Particularly to windward in heavy weather.