Run before the storm with the stern toward the waves perhaps towing a drogue to slow the boat.

Sailing yachts in storms. Hi everyoneIn this episode we tackle the damage caused to our yacht by Storm Ciara and Storm Dennis and we travel all the way to Scotland to look at a Bluew. This approach provides the most control. Shorten sail and run off.

A ketch sail yacht built by Alloy Yachts and launched in 2011. You can also run before the storm and try towing the drogue to slow down the boat. Motor or sail with reefed or storm sails into the wind and waves.

Videos you watch may be added to the TVs watch history and influence TV. Yachting World teamed up with expedition sailor Skip Novak to round the notorious Cape. Ad Hall of Fame boat dealer with a full line of Cobalt Boats offering salesservice storage.

This tactic requires a lot of sea room and the boat must be steered actively. Heave to with the bow as much into the wind as possible. This reduces canvas and means you can find a comfortable point of sail to drop the main without being over-powered.

Award-winning sailor and expedition leader Bob Shepton regularly sails some of the most storm-swept latitudes in the world. Follow our 12-part series from the Oct. 2 Drop the mainsail.

Well help you find or build the Cobalt Boat of your dreams call us today to get started. Sail under storm jib and deeply reefed mainsail or storm trysail. 1 Set the storm jib.