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Subject: RE: [world-cruising] How To Determine If Yacht is Blue Water Worthy
From: D. Wayne, Kentner, C.A. (dwk@XXX.XXX)
Date: Mon Jan 20 2003 - 14:46:48 EST
I have a Beneteau First 32 (32.75' LOA and 28" LWL) that I would like
to sail from Block Island to Bermuda. I think it is adequate for the
trip ........ but I'm not sure
Tim, a few years ago I sailed Miami/Bermuda/New York in a C&C 33 (mid /80's
model) with no problems. The sail from Miami to Bermuda was in ideal
weather. From Bermuda to New York we had 20+ knots directly out of NY and
large seas. The skipper insisted on motor sailing directly into it. It was
wet, cold and extremely uncomfortable, but the boat handled it without
problem. I'm not familiar with the particular Beneteau but I believe in
general Beneteau makes a good boat (as production boats go) so my only
concern would be if there are few bulkheads (i.e. large wide open spaces
below) there's the potential to get thrown all over below. I presume any
'windshield' if this boat has it would be secure for what you'd likely see
for the 800 or so miles you're talking. If the particular boat checks out
ok I wouldn't hesitate to go (assuming a reasonable weather window). FWIW
Wayne Kentner
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