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Pacific 42/45
Pacific 42/45 is a 45 ′ 0 ″ / 13.7 m monohull sailboat designed by Edward S. Brewer starting in 1980.
- 1 / 8 Punta Gorda, FL, US 1988 Pacific 42/45 $185,000 USD View
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Rig and Sails
Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.
The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.
Classic hull speed formula:
Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL
Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL
Sail Area / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.
SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3
- SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
- D : Displacement in pounds.
Ballast / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.
Ballast / Displacement * 100
Displacement / Length Ratio
A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.
D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
- LWL: Waterline length in feet
Comfort Ratio
This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.
Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
- LOA: Length overall in feet
- Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet
Capsize Screening Formula
This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.
CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)
Originally, a number were built of wood as the PACIFIC 42(LOA:43.5’). Then built of FG with a slight stern extension as PACIFIC 45, BREWER 45, CCC 45, THREE SEAS 45.
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Exploring the Salish Sea… Slowly
Updated 17-Apr-2023
We’ve owned our North Pacific since the summer of 2020. As of this writing, we have 415 hours on the main and have covered roughly 2,800 miles up and down the south and central Salish Sea. We’ve learned enough about the boat to write what I feel is an informed review. I’ll be expanding and updating this as we continue to cruise, the boat settles in, and we learn more about how she ages.
The NP45 is a comfortable, capable, long-range coastal cruiser. However, I’d recommend a survey to uncover less-obvious issues so that North Pacific can resolve them. We have had several issues with Turtle, most of which have been addressed to our satisfaction. However, there are three “ existential issues ” that have been long-term, ongoing headaches. Two of the three are still open.
Over-all, the North Pacific 45 is a well-thought-out coastal cruiser. The interior design is spacious and clean and the exterior is low-maintenance and reasonably tough. The entire vessel is designed for easy service, with far less “boat yoga” required for routine maintenance and troubleshooting than on other boats. The hull design enables efficient cruising up to about eight knots and she shrugs off waves up to about 3’, unless they’re directly on the beam. The base/recommended systems are all high-quality (Cummins diesel, Rocna anchor, Garmin electronics, ITR Hurricane Chinook heater, FCI Water Maker) and the default configuration favors simplicity (e.g. the charging system “just works” without much fiddling).
One of the biggest benefits of owning a North Pacific is the owner of the company, Trevor Brice. Trevor is everything he appears to be – he’s honest, professional, and values integrity as his most important professional asset. He listens to customers and works continually to earn their trust. “The Cult of Trevor” is a real thing – and he earned it one customer at a time.
We’ve had our share of issues – some common to boat ownership in general, but others specific to Turtle. Notably, a defective Hydronic boiler, cracks and discoloration on the gelcoat, and a chronic issue with losing shore power . There are other cosmetic issues as well. For example, the book-matched cabinets are beautiful. However, the underlying cabinetry shifted slightly out of alignment as the boat broke in, so several of the latches don’t align any more. There was also the bubbling dash . North Pacific has resolved most of these issues to our satisfaction .
There are also some noteworthy tradeoffs made in the design that prospective owners should be aware of. Notably, the design focuses on comfort and simplicity over “saltiness”. For example, the sliding doors are large, heavy, and well-made; and they allow for easy access to the side decks and cockpit. But, they can’t be sealed (i.e. water tight) like the bulkhead-style doors on bluewater boats. Also, the spacious “split level” design has lots of headroom, which adds up to greater over-all air draft across four levels. This height, along with the hardtop and the upper-deck dinghy storage (coupled with light-weight aluminum mesh-framed floors) make the boat a little top-heavy, which can cause more rolling in beam seas than a lower-profile boat in similar conditions. Note that this open design is why we fell in love with the boat. For contrast, look at how cramped the (very salty and tough) Nordhavn 43 is.
North Pacific is a very small company. Working without middle-men allows Trevor to provide a high quality product at a low cost. When you call, it’s Trevor who answers the phone (literally). However, this means support is limited to Trevor’s personal bandwidth. While the personalized service is one of North Pacific’s greatest strengths, it will be tough to scale.
During Covid, Trevor brought on Bill Nieman in Seattle to help with build planning, forming the core of a service and support team – but it’s still small. Dave Rasmussen, the Pacific Northwest commissioner, is a skilled craftsman, but he works out of Blaine , which is literally the farthest northern point in the continental Pacific Northwest (though he will travel for critical repairs). He also works alone, so there’s really no one in the succession plan who can replace him should he ever choose to retire. As the company grows, it will become more and more challenging to provide the same level of personalized service that North Pacific Yachts is known for. Trevor started scaling his team in 2022, adding a service manager and parts manager, so he’s taken these challenges to heart.
There’s also not much of a North Pacific owners community. Nordhavn and Ranger both foster an active and involved community. While we didn’t buy this boat for a social network, being able to connect with other owners on technical issues and travel plans would be nice. Trevor has connected me with several other owners, which is fine for us. But, some people like active communities, and North Pacific does not have the active groups you see with other brands.
- Interior design is spacious and well-thought-out. Very clever use of all available space with minimal “ spandrels ” found in other boat designs. Good blend of traditional “boaty” woodwork and modern lines and appliances.
- Exterior design is all stainless steel and fiberglass. All designed for low maintenance.
- Hull design is very efficient, holding 7 kts at 3 gph. Shrugs off most small-to-medium waves.
- Designed for service. Almost all systems are reasonably accessible.
- High quality default equipment.
- Simple electrical design. Everything is labeled and traceable.
- Personalized service with high integrity.
- Some build issues that wouldn’t surface immediately without a detailed survey.
- The teak/holly floors scratch extremely easily. I would happily replace these with a tougher synthetic floor.
- The stairway to the lower level folds up for access to the front of the engine, but the hollow wood cavity creates a resonance chamber that amplifies engine noise. The main engine room is very well sound-insulated, but these stairs are a weak point. I understand they’ve eliminated the front access in newer NP45s, though I’m not sure I would have made that tradeoff. I like the engine access, but am experimenting with ways to add noise insulation to the stairs.
- The light switches and panel switch choices were made by engineers who have never spent time aboard. Many of them make no sense. For example, the shower fan switch is located on a bank on the farther side of the bathroom, not on the bank next to the shower. The pilothouse light switch is in a place that everyone who comes up the stairs bumps into. The lower level courtesy lights are turned on from a single switch on the main panel (instead of a nearby switch on the wall). There’re a lot of these small layout issues that suggest either placement by someone who doesn’t spend lots of time on the boat – or just ease of cable runs.
Design Tradeoffs
- Top-heavy. In general, the boat is very tall which makes for great headroom and visibility, but can be more rolly in beam seas than a more squat design (e.g. a trawler without a flybridge)
- Large sliding doors make moving around the boat easy, but they are heavy and drafty. I’ve slammed a finger in one and it was painful (a soft-close mechanism might be a nice addition). They also cannot be sealed against heavy seas.
- Comfort over Saltiness. This design prioritizes comfort and simplicity over rough sea performance and redundancy. With everything battened down, she can handle moderate slop. We’ve been out in 4-5’ waves in 50 kt gusts and, despite some slamming while pitching over sets with short periods, we never felt that the boat couldn’t handle it. We quit long before she did. That said, the lack of sealable doors, the slightly top-heavy design, and the very large windows would make me leery about tackling truly rough seas. Your last, best defense against rough seas is a tough boat – but prior to that, pick your weather windows carefully. This boat was built for long range comfortable cruising along the coast. It’s not a blue water tank.
- Plumb bow. The front of the NP45 drops almost straight down into the water. This creates more room in the master stateroom (more effective living space for the LOA). But, in practice, this causes the boat to ride up and down waves taken on the bow, instead of cutting through them (more pitching and slamming in heavy seas). But, on smaller seas, the hard chines placed higher on the hull provide a nice stable ride.
- There is much debate about the lack of a full-walk-around deck on the main level. The primary tradeoff is, of course, you get more width in the main salon, but can’t access the side of the boat directly (especially during docking). For the most part, this has been a non-issue. The one time this presented a challenge was when single-handing through the locks. The large lock requires 50’ lines from the bow and stern, with a hand on each to ease or take them in. To handle both from the side of the pilothouse, I needed to throw the line forward from the stern. As tradeoffs go, I still think the larger cabin is worth it – especially in the Pacific Northwest.
- There are a few design choices that complicate long-term cruising in cold weather. One of these is placement of the water maker (I’ll cover this below). The other is the use of plumbed drains to get water off the deck (instead of scuppers). During our recent extended cold spell, these became frozen and the sea water that broke over the deck wasn’t able to drain. We cleared them by pouring hot water down them.
Configuration Recommendations
Our customizations are on the About page, but I’d emphasize a few items.
- Exchanging the water tanks for fuel was the right choice. We carry just shy of 700 gallons. Our burn rate varies from 2.5 to 6 gph, averaging 3 gph on most days. The difference between 3 and 4 gph can mean arriving two hours sooner on a long day (and not having to dock in the dark or being able to dodge bad weather). While we prefer to run at 2.5 gph / 6.8 kts. (It’s quieter and more comfortable), having the spare fuel to go faster when we need to is super important for year-round cruising. Tides, currents, weather, and the sunset aren’t always in your favor. Also, our generator and hydronic both require diesel, and 700 gallons means we don’t really need to worry about it. The extra fuel means peace of mind. Also, more fuel helps lower the center of gravity in the boat and helps contribute to a more stable ride in rough seas. Mostly-full tanks add 4,500 pounds at the water line.
- The tradeoff was instead of 400 gallons of fresh water, we can only carry 235. This is plenty, if we’re conserving, but when we’re being lazy (long hot showers, thanks Hydronic) it goes quickly. The benefit of this configuration is the smaller tank fits in the bilge, adding more weight lower in the boat and making use of oft neglected space. We also sprung for the 70 gph water maker, so we can to top up reasonably quickly.
- If you’re in a cool climate – spring for the Hurricane Chinook Hydronic system. In addition to five-zone heat, three words: Unlimited. Hot. Water. When our family of four comes back after a wet, chilly day of exploring in the Northwest winter, we can all take hot showers. SeaBits has a review of the system here .
Things I’d Have Done Differently
Placement of the hydronic. It was my choice to put it on the port side, right behind the midship stateroom . I wanted it there because we typically tie to starboard (since there are site lines from the pilothouse to the aft starboard quarter via the stairs) and I didn’t want the 180º exhaust right at kid-height on the dock. Unfortunately, this unit can actually be a bit loud, and the noise resonates in the midship cabin. We’re lucky the kids are heavy sleepers. There’s actually a bit of a Tetris problem here. There are two “equipment slots” in the lazerette and three in the engine room. We have the house battery bank and the water maker in the laz and the hydronic heater and domestic hot water heater in the engine room. If I’d thought it through, I’d have the hydronic and the water maker in the laz. They’re both loud and colocating them would allow the hydronic to keep the water maker warm during below-freezing spells. But, the house bank and the main DC junction panel is in the laz, so I would have needed to specify this early in the build.
More configurable electrical system . For the most part, the electrical system just works. The Magnum charger/inverter and Blue Sea charging relays work fine, the solar panels work fine, and the ProNautica 24v charger… is kind of a piece of crap. If I had it to do over, I would have selected components that talked to each other and could monitor each other. Victron has a pretty good ecosystem here, though that configurability comes with risks (and even systems made by the same company aren’t always well integrated ).
Power Davit. Our dinghy crane goes up and down, but not side-to-side. Again, this is a simple, reliable system – which is how I like it. However, the dinghy weighs ~400 pounds and when the crane is rotated to starboard, the whole boat heels. If we’re in any kind of sea, it’s pretty challenging to pull the dinghy back on to the deck. If I had it to do over, I’d have upgraded with a power-assist on the rotation.
DC Water Maker . We’re big fans of our FCI and use it all the time under way. In two hours we can make 140 gallons. But, the unit is AC, so we need to run the generator to make water. Ultimately, it’s not a big deal, but getting a slightly lower power system that could run off the battery bank may have saved some generator run time.
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The Best Sailboats for the High Seas?
At the St. Petersburg Boat Show month last month, I had the pleasure of seeing delivery skipper and author John Kretschmers presentation on what he called sailboats for a serious ocean. I have reservations about any ideal boat list, but Kretschmer, who reviews boats for Sail Magazine and whose most recent book Sailing a Serious Ocean is available in our online bookstore , has the ideal background for this sort of work, and a list like this is undeniably helpful for wannabe cruisers who need a place to start their search.
I certainly wouldnt limit my search to boats on such a list, but by paying careful attention to the pros and cons of each, you can find something that suits your own aspirations.
Here are the boats Kretschmer suggests: Contessa 32, Pacific Seacraft 34, Pretorien 35, Cape Dory/Robinhood 36, Valiant/Esprit 37, Prout Snowgoose 37, Alajuela 38, Privelege 39, Freya 39, Passport 40, Caliber 40, Baba 40, Hallberg Rassy 42, Taswell 43, Hylas 44, Norseman 447, Beneteau 456, Outbound 44, Hylas 46, Kaufman 47, Tayana 48, Hylas 49, Amel Maramu 53, and the Sundeer 60/64. For a brief capsule summary of each, be sure to check out his website.
The list is hardly definitive. There are plenty of good boats that arent featured, and some of these would be ill-matched for the wrong sailor-Kretschmer clearly pointed this out during his talk. I like how the list presents a good cross-section of the various shapes and sizes for a boat in this category. For example, Kretschmer includes the Prout Snowgoose and Steve Dashews Sundeer 60, boats that, notwithstanding their successful record at sea, fill an outlying niche.
If I were going to expand the list, one of the heavier-displacement microcruisers like those I blogged about would be a nice addition. Although I would be wary of promoting even the most formidable of this breed as well-suited for a serious ocean, John Neale of Mahina Tiare Expeditions includes one of them, the Dana 24, on his own list of recommend cruising boats . Neales much broader list of boats is accompanied by a very helpful discussion of design elements to consider.
What got me thinking about formidable cruising boats was our series of reports o n sailboat construction , focusing specifically on structural details. Although there are plenty of excellent coastal cruisers on the market, once you start talking about offshore duty, scan’tlings (the dimensions for structural components) take on far more importance.
A few years ago we touched on this subject in our Mailport section, encouraging readers to suggest their own nominees for a list of what we called at the time, tough boats, vessels that were built to take a beating, requiring minimal care and upkeep.
Here are some of the boats that were suggested from our readers: Mariner 36, Cal 34, Morgan 43, Swan 43, Bermuda 40, Island Packet 26, Mariner 47, LeComte Northeast 38, Westsail 32, Dana 24, J/35, and the CSY 44.
Id be interested in hearing of other nominees for this list, or other good resources for sailors looking for a short list of good offshore boats.
For those who are frustrated to find that their own ideal boat isn’t on anybodys list, I wouldnt be too miffed. The best line Ive heard in a while on this topic came from Steve Callahan, the author of the survival classic Adrift , who gave a presentation at the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Show . When I asked Steve, who has sailed extensively on both multihulls and monohulls, what type of boat he preferred, he said, quite seriously. Well, at the end of the day, the best cruising boat is the one that you are on.
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Interesting list. I am fond of Hylas of which you chose three models. However, I am suspect of their yard and construction techniques and do not have confidence that they are as strong as they are beautiful. Only one Hallberg-Rassy was selected, which is a far more robust and dry sailing boat than the Hylas. Passports make a good boat as does Cape Dory and several others on your list. Didn’t four sailors die on a Beneteau in 2018? Over all it is a decent list.
https://metro.co.uk/2018/04/25/last-pictures-doomed-yacht-cheeki-rafiki-sank-killing-four-british-sailors-7497805/
I believe this is the accident you’re talking about in which a Beneteau and it’s bolted on keel parted company.
Almost all of the sailing clubs in San Diego rent Beneteaus out. They are a decent coastal sailboat. I have a couple friends who have even made the crossing to Maui in them..not me, not ever. I consider them a living room boat. Having said that, I am certainly no expert so its just my opinion. If I am crossing an ocean I want a capable kindly strong boat with redundancy built into critical systems.
Curious to think what people think about the early 70s Swan 43 as a cruising boat for a couple with occasional guests for a round the world trip? I have an S&S 30 which is too small but I do have some bias towards their designs. Add a watermaker and some power generation and off you go… Any thoughts?
Are Motor Sailors like the Nauticats or Fishers ocean worthy ( if their pilot house windows and sliding doors are lifeboatified ? )
Walt Schulz’s Shannon 43 is a beautiful, sea kindly, comfortable and sturdy bluewater boat. Walt had not only the ICW and Bahamas in mind when he designed and built 52 of them. He designed for ocean cruising. He believes his boats should outlive him and still sailing for generations. We sailed the Chesapeake, Bahamas, Caribbean and Pacific to Australia on a Shannon 43 ketch. She took great care of us and is still turning heads.
Great article! John Kretchmer is one of my fave modern day sailors. While there is only one Crealock design on John’s list, and the Dana is added on John Neale’s list, I was surprised not to see a Crealock/ Pacific Seacraft 37 mentioned. But there are so many great serious off shore boats, it’s hard to narrow it down to 10. Here’s a few to think about. Cape George Cutter 36. Biscay 36, tradewind 35, Rustler 36, Nicholson 31 (never talked about) and 32. Seldom seen on top 10 lists, but great boats. Thanks for the article.
Great comment and interesting to note that the first four of your additions are those currently entered in the 2022 Golden Globe Race – kind of the definition of a blue water boat.
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How to Sail Across the Pacific
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June 15, 2022
With a seaworthy vessel and the right skills, anyone can sail across the Pacific Ocean.
In this article, we'll go over what it's like to sail across the Pacific Ocean, along with how to do it. We'll also cover how to plan a Pacific sailing trip, what to bring, and what kind of sailboat is best for the trip. We'll help you understand the hazards of Pacific sailing, along with how to train for a safe journey.
You can sail across the Pacific with a properly-sized sailboat (30 to 50 feet in length), an experienced helper or two, and a well-planned itinerary. The best routes to sail across the Pacific include the West Coast Route and to Hawaii via reliable Polynesian trade winds.
This article is based on the experiences of sailors who have sailed across the Pacific. We also base our tips on information provided by sailing schools and the United States Coast Guard.
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Best Pacific Sailing Routes
The Pacific is a massive ocean with numerous sailing routes and destinations. The Pacific also harbors multiple climates and weather conditions, so the provisions you'll need vary based on where you go.
Polynesia is one of the best regions of the Pacific to sail in, thanks to its warm and comparatively mild weather. The region is home to many popular and well-kept destinations, such as the Hawaiian Islands. Polynesia is a popular region for American sailors due to its proximity to the U.S. West Coast and its reliable trade winds.
The weather In Polynesia is warm and tropical, and the eastern part of the region is relatively safe from Typhoons. Typhoons, which are Pacific hurricanes, are the primary weather threat to Pacific sailors.
For those seeking a shorter and less tropical route, a trip along the U.S. West Coast from San Diego, CA to Vancouver, BC, Canada is a good choice. This route along the coast can extend as far south as Chile and as far north as Alaska, giving you plenty of destination choices. Stops along the way include San Francisco, Portland, and Seattle.
The longest sailing trips usually begin in the United States and navigate through the three main regions of the Pacific. Sailors who choose this route spend months island-hopping around Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia. Destinations along this route include Hawaii, Samoa, Fiji, the Marshall Islands, and New Zealand. From New Zealand, Australia is just a (relatively) short distance away.
As you may expect, the accommodations on islands in the pacific vary widely. Places like New Zealand and Australia are English-speaking countries with some of the best provisions and medical care in the world, whereas many parts of the Solomon Islands are completely uninhabited.
Many Pacific islands are developing nations or sparsely inhabited, so careful research and planning are required before stopping there. It's best to locate experienced local guides and make arrangements ahead of time on some islands.
How Much Sailing Experience do I Need to Sail the Pacific?
Many sailors wonder if they have enough experience to attempt a trip across or around the Pacific Ocean. The necessary level of experience depends on who you go with and where you plan to sail.
We spoke with Alan, who's a Bay Area native with more than 30 years of sailing experience. He had the following to say.
"I had a few years (of experience) under my belt before I got out under the bridge. The first offshore trip I made was from San Francisco down to Monterey...we hit some pretty nasty chop off Pigeon Point, but all in all, it was a pretty easy run."
Alan's sailing trip from San Francisco to Monterey covered just over 100 nautical miles of coastal and offshore water. He went on to say this.
"I think it was a good introduction to the Pacific. My dad came along because he had a lot more experience than I did back then. There were a few times that I needed a hand, but I did quite a bit myself."
Alan said that the trip took about 24 hours, and he recommended staying between 10 to 15 miles offshore. Alan, who's since sailed much of the Pacific, recommends taking a one or two-day coastal trip if you're unsure of your experience level.
When asked how to tell if you're ready to make an offshore passage in the Pacific, he elaborated.
"Well, if you have to ask that question, you're probably not ready...but you know, I'd worry more about the guy who doesn't ask at all. Get out on the water on a windy day and evaluate yourself, cause at some point, you're gonna have to go for it. I doubt anyone's 100% confident before (sailing offshore), so just be smart and take some shorter trips first."
A lot of sailors seem to echo Alan's sentiments when it comes to experience. It's always better to play it safe when it comes to passage making, but you're eventually going to have to take a risk. At the very least, you should be comfortable with your boat, its handling characteristics, and your competence as a sailor.
This also means you should have experience in a range of good and bad weather conditions, and you should know how to inspect and repair your boat. Next, we'll cover some of the most important things to know before making an offshore Pacific sailing trip.
What to Know Before Sailing the Pacific
Experience is more than the number of hours you've spent on the water, though time plays an important part too. Here are the 'hard' skills you need to master to make a safe passage in or across the Pacific.
You've got to be very proficient at handling your sailboat before attempting a long offshore passage. The middle of the Pacific Ocean during a gall is not the ideal place to learn how to reef the mainsail. This means that you should make an effort to sail in a wide variety of wind and weather conditions.
Practice reefing, trimming, raising, and lowering sails while you're out on the water and rolling around. Try it on a windy day or in the cold, as these are conditions you are likely to encounter in the real world. You also need to know how to handle your boat when conditions change.
How do you prevent an unwanted jibe, and how do you achieve the best windward performance? These questions and others like it should already be answered before planning your offshore passage.
Maintenance and Repair
How handy are you with a wrench? Inexperienced sailors are often baffled by how many things can break on a sailboat, so it's imperative to learn how to maintain and fix your vessel. Familiarize yourself with the rigging, electrical, and mechanical systems on board your sailboat. This includes things like plumbing, engine components, lights, and steering.
Navigation is so important yet often neglected. Many sailors don't want to sit and study when they can be out on the water, but nobody can make a safe offshore passage without a thorough understanding of navigation.
The best way to start is by learning to navigate 'the old way' with charts. A GPS is a modern-day sailing necessity, but it's always best to be skilled with both. Charts will eventually be necessary as it is because you'll need to plot your course somewhere along the way. Navigation itself is tricky and takes practice, especially along the rocky Pacific coastline.
Precision is also essential far offshore, as minor mistakes can take days to correct in a sailboat. Do you have enough food and water to be a week off course? All it takes to make such an error is a few incorrect chart points, so take your time to study navigation before you plan your trip.
How to Prepare for an Offshore Pacific Passage
The first thing to consider when preparing for an offshore passage is your health. Are you in good shape, and do you take any medications? The best course of action is to sit down with your doctor for a thorough discussion about the risks. Don't make this decision on your own, and see if you can get a physical evaluation before departure.
If you're cleared by your doctor to make the trip, be sure to procure any medication you need in sufficient quantity. You can always have a general idea of when you'll arrive, but leave some room for human error and unpredictable conditions.
Next, it's time to evaluate the health of your boat. Have the vessel thoroughly inspected, and stock up on tools and spare parts. This includes everything from oil filters and fuses to sail repair kits and fiberglass patches.
Take a walk around and inside the boat, find all the essential parts, and think to yourself the following: "If this item broke, how much trouble would it cause me?" If alarm bells go off in your head, either replace it or store a spare onboard.
Replace wear items such as filters, pumps, bulbs, old hoses, lines, and standing rigging before departure. Also, don't forget to take the vessel on a shakedown cruise after replacing major parts.
The phrase, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it," applies when there's a hardware store down the block, but not when you're in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Next, it's time to plan the trip itself. Start by researching wind conditions and calculate the best course and expected arrival.
Harness the Community Experience
Go online or ask around, because it's always helpful to speak with a few people who have made the trip before. If you're sailing to a popular destination (such as Hawaii), you may want to consider joining a regatta and sailing with other boats.
Also, see if you can bring another experienced sailor or two along with you. Having others on your boat (or joining a crew) makes the trip significantly safer, and social interaction can keep spirits high.
Pre-Departure
Before leaving, give a copy of your plan to trusted friends and relatives. Using satellite communications equipment, send them real-time location updates every time you stop to plot a point on your chart. In most cases, it's fine to update your friends and family once or twice per day. This keeps people in the know and helps rescue services find you should something go awry.
You'll also need to carefully stock up on provisions such as food and water. For a few weeks before setting out, it's useful to carefully record your daily food and water intake. This way, you'll; know how much to bring along. You should always carry reserve food and water, along with additional survival supplies in your emergency bag.
Safety Law Compliance
The United States Coast Guard has a right to stop you and board your sailboat whenever they want, and they often do. That means you've got to have all of your USCG-approved safety and emergency gear in good order .
The Coast Guard has a short list of equipment requirements for all sailboats above a certain length. These items include flotation devices, distress signals, a fire extinguisher, and more. You have to have all of these items to operate your boat, and they must all be in usable condition.
Check the USCG website for an up-to-date list of safety requirements. As of 2021, here's what you need to keep aboard a typical medium-sized cruising sailboat.
- Lifejackets for everyone on board (Type I, II, III, or V)
- A Type IV throwable flotation cushion
- Fire extinguisher (Type 4 B1 for boats 26-40 feet LOA)
- Sound producing device (horn, whistle)
- Vi sisal distress signal (three day and three-night distress signals)
- First aid kit
- Sun protection
- A bailing bucket
- Paddles or oars
- Anchor and sufficient chain
These items are required by the United States Coast Guard. You must have them aboard at all times when underway. The Coast Guard also requires other equipment, such as navigation lights, to be present and operational.
Tips for Sailing Across the Pacific
It's always a good idea to have foul weather gear aboard in case the weather gets bad. Foul weather gear includes waterproof clothing and non-slip sailing shoes .
Additionally, all offshore sailors should wear a harness when underway. Sailing harnesses are relatively unobtrusive, and they connect to the boat to keep you from falling off. Sailing harnesses are essential because sailboats will continue sailing even after you fall overboard.
It's also smart to stock anti-seasickness medication, as a bout of seasickness can knock the toughest captain out of action for days.
On a lighter note, an offshore Pacific passage is an excellent time to catch up on some reading. There will be countless hours of uneventful sailing that you can fill with personal pursuits, such as reading or learning a language.
If you're the artistic type, bring some paint and canvas or a film camera. You can do a lot of useful things in the middle of the ocean.
Sleeping and Collision Prevention
The final topic to cover is sleeping. This is especially important if you plan to make the journey solo. Most single-handed trans-Pacific sailors sleep a couple of hours at a time while using an autohelm to steer via GPS. They wake periodically to check their course, then go back to sleep.
Installing a radar system is a fantastic way to prevent accidents. Sailboat radar alerts the captain to the presence of other vessels, along with their names and identities. These systems can be programmed to sound an alarm at night when a large ship is nearby, allowing the sailboat captain to adjust course and give the larger vessel its right-of-way.
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There seem to be an infinite number of discussions about boats suitable for extended bluewater cruising. Thought I would try something a bit different. I went through the database of boats on the Yahoo groups' Pacific Puddle Jumpers group for this year and next (obviously incomplete). We don't know if these boats actually went (or will go) but they are listed by owners who intend to go from somewhere on the western shore of the Americas (US to Peru) to French Polynesia. This destination involves a passage of at least 3000 nm (Galapagos to Marquesas) for almost all of the boats. The complete list follows, but here are a few summary comments. There are 109 boats in the list with 98 monohulls and 11 multis (including one tri). The variety of models is remarkable with only one boat having more than 2 in the list (3 Valiant 40s). As well, there are only 10 others with 2 examples on the list. Most common builder is Hunter, but this still is only 4 boats. This means that there about 100 different models listed! Biggest is a Gulfstar 68 and the smallest is a Contessa 32. Among the monohulls there are 26 in the 30 to 39' range, with 60 in the 40 to 49' range, 11 in the 50 to 59' range and one in the 60+. I did not work out a median length but it would appear to be around 45' Prices range from perhaps $25k Pearson 10m the cheapest) to considerably more than $1 million (Oyster 56). Let the discussion commence. MONOHULLS (98) Alden 54 Alm.(?) 38 Atlantic 48 Baba 40 Beneteau 39.3, 46, 461 Bristol 45.5 Brolga 33 (Aussie boat?) C & C 41 Cal 36, 39 Cape North 43 Catalina 42, Morgan 440 Choate 40 Chung Hwa Magellan 36 Contessa 32 Contest 48 Corbin 39 CSY 44 Cutter 46’ LWL Dreadnought 32 Ericson 38, 39 Elliot 45 FD 12 (50’) Flying Dutchman 37 Gozzard 36 Gulfstar Sailmaster 47, 68 Halberg Rassy 352 Hans Christian 33 (2) Hunter 45cc, 466, 49 (2) Hylas 47 Ingrid 38 (2) Irwin 52 Island Trader 46 Islander 36 Island Packet 40 Joe Adams Naut 40 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45.2 Kelly-Peterson 44 Ketch 44’ (2) Lafitte 44 Le Comte 45 Liberty 458 Lidgard 49 Lyman Morse 54 Magellan 36 Mason 33 Morgan 384, Out Island 41, Out Island 51 Ohlson 38 Outbound 44, 46 Oyster 485, 56 Pacific Seacraft 37, 40 Panda 40 Pan Oceanic 46 Passport 40, 47 Passport Peterson Custom 45 Pearson 10M (33’) Saga 43 (2) Santa Cruz 50 Selestra 50 Slocum 43 Sloop 32, 40, 45 Spencer 53 Sunbeam 53 Swan 41 Tartan 37, 412 Tayana 37, 42 (2) Valiant 40 (3) Van de Stadt 50 Warner Channel Cutter Wauquiez Pretorien 35 Westsail 42 MULTIHULLS (11) Catamaran 45 Catana 431 Horstman Tristar 40 Jaguarcat 36 Lagoon 380 (2), 440 Rainier 46 Seawind 1160 (38') Shuttleworth 44 Switch 51
- Bolt in the windows (the one I sailed has windows held in with silicone and leaked, and would not likely stand a big wave)
- Some galley mods, including a harness.
- Lee clothes for proper sea berths.
- No backstay - I just like additional mast support
- No proper sea beths and hard to retrofir lee clothes. The aft cabin was useless.
- An RV stove on which the oven handle prevented gimballing, the pot holders were on the cooking surface level and useless, and no lips on the oven racks.
- Loose floorboards that become missiles underway.
- Insufficient hand holds below.
I know of three J boats that are in the process of doing the trip or equal. a J 109, 37c and 105. I a sure there are others too. A Jeanneau SO 49ip did a 2 yr from Seattle to Oz and back too. Reality is, MANY boats over 32-35' can do an ocean crossing, depending upon the how it is built, floorplan, tankage etc. Including some that have no engine, can not remember the couple that has a boat local here in Puget SOund, and another in New Zealand. Famous, but name escapes me........ Then again, a few rigs have gone from Ca to hawaii that most would not take at times. Weather and if you do it in the summer vs hurricane/storm time, be it fall or winter......... Marty
blt2ski said: Including some that have no engine, can not remember the couple that has a boat local here in Puget SOund, and another in New Zealand. Famous, but name escapes me........ Marty Click to expand...
While I do love their philosophy and certainly put parts of it into practice, I think it is fair to say that the Pardeys are probably not the 'average' cruising couple.... This is an interesting thread, good food for thought.
Thank you Jack! I'm probably with Chall, not my first cup o tea for how to cross an ocean, ie engine less! But then again, I would probably take my Jeannea Arcadia across a pond, needs a few things to make it safer if you will. but the design itself is fine, even if from 85, and barely not quite 30'! That is me. Others would say no way in hell! life goes on! As I recall, a catalina 27 or two has circumnavigated, Robin lee Grahm almost got around in an IOR 1/4 ton style boat......... marty
the boat robin graham made the trip in was a lapworth gladiator 24. so 24 is not to small just may not be the most comfortable. there have been smaller ones to make the circle.
There are a lot of boats that are capable of doing a Pacific crossing that aren't on that list.
Yep... no Amel Super Maru's, Larger HR's, Cal 40's, Olson 40's, SC 52's, most S&S Swans, Baltics, etc.... the list of missing boats is very long.
Just about any thing that floats will do a pacific crossing east to west, in the other direction you need a seriously strong boat to take the hammering it will get from the trades and the swell that goes with them.
Killarney, I did a similar exercise a couple of years ago summarising yachts that registered for the Darwin to Indonesia rally, as this includes many Aussie cruising boats, plus lots of international yachts doing the rally as part of a circumnavigation. The sheer diversity of sizes and types of yachts was the thing that surprised me. Of the 557 yachts that registered between 2002 and 2008 the most common design represented only 33 boats (Roberts) and the 2nd most common design was 17 boats (Halberg Rassy). Sizes ranged from 23 ft to 80 ft. There is an almost endless range of yachts out there and it is very hard to draw conclusions on "typical" cruising yachts. Top yachts on the list were. Design - No Most common length 1st 2nd 3rd Roberts - 33 44 43 38 Halberg Rassy - 17 40 42 Adams - 12 40 Amel - 11 52 53 Beneteau - 10 38 45 Tayana - 9 37 42 48 Oyster - 7 53 Jeanneau -7 Island Packet - 7 45 40 Herreshoff - 6 35 Najad - 6 44 Earlier this year I was right into planning a trans Pacific trip that would of entailed travelling around 7,000 NM to complete the trip, before ill health changed my plan. My selected vessel was a Tayana 37 for the trip. However it really is personal preference and there was easily a 100 other types and sizes of yachts that I could of picked for the trip. Ilenart
Ilenart, I would be interested to see that whole list if you have it still.
Chall, it's a bit rough & the format is a bit crappy, but here goes! Ilenart Design Length Adams 40 Adams 40' Adams 40ft Adams 42' Adams 52' Adams 56' Adams 40 40' Adams 42 40 ft Adams 45 45' Adams 45 45' Adams 66 66' Adams A40 40' Alajuela 38 44 ft Alan Pape 37 ft Alan Warwick 44' Alden 50 ft Allan Mason 41' Allegro 26 ft Amazon Sloop 37' Amel 39 Feet Amel 39 Feet Amel 46' Amel 53' Amel 41' Amel Mango 52' Amel Maramu 52 ft Amel Maramu 47' Amel Maramu 52' Amel Maramu 2000 53' Amel Sharki 40' Aphrodite 41 Feet Atkinson 50 Atkinson 15M 49' Avance 36 36' Baba 30 33' Barens 39' Barnett Offshore 65' Bavaria 42' Bavaria 38 40' Bavaria 42 42 ft Bavarian 46ft Beale 32 Benateau 38 Feet Benateau 45 Feet Beneteau 38' Beneteau 375 37' Beneteau 393 40' Beneteau 435 44' Beneteau F5 45 ft Beneteau First 456 46' Beneteau Oceanis 38' Beneteau Oceanis 250 34 ft Benford 36 Feet Berret Racoupeau 49' Birdsall 53' Birdsall/Bakewell 70' Blueseas 50 50' Boden South Seas 40' Bollard 49' Bowman 47' Breeon 36' Brewer 37' Brewer 43 44ft Bristol 41 41' Bruce Farr 56 ft Bruce Farr 65' Buhler 45' Buizen 48 48' Buizen 48 48' Cabo Rico 46 Feet Cairns Custom 65' Cal 39' Cal 2-29 29' Cal 3-46 46' Cal2/46 46' Calypso 42 42' Camelot 40 ft Camper and Nicho.. 54' Cape Dory 40 ft Carbineer 46 ft Cartwright 44 Feet Cascade 36 36' Cascade 36 36' Cassidy 55 55 Cassidy 55 55' Cassidy 55 55 Feet Catalina 40' Catalina 47 ft Catalina 42 37' Catamaran 33' Catamaran 38' Catamaran 43' Catamaran 50' Catana 431 43 ft Catana 471 47 ft Cavalier 32 32' Cavalier 395 39' Cavalier 395 40' Cavalier 45 45' Celestial 48 ft Centre Cockpit 34 ft Centre Cockpit 51 Feet Chamberlain 38' Cherokee Catamaran 40' Chincogan 520 52' Chuck Paine 62 ft Chuck Paine 45' Columbia 45 ft Columbie 451 45' Contest 38 38' Contest 43 43 ft Contest 44 44' Corbin 36' Corbin 38 ft Corbin 39 39' Corsair 3600 36' Cougar Catamaran 47' Countess 37 37' Crealock Pacific 36' Cross Trimaran 36' Crossbow 40 40 ft Crowther 39 ft Crowther 40' Crowther 42; Crowther 46 ft Crowther 49' Crowther 50' Crowther 56' Crowther 85 54' Crowther 85 45' Crowther Catamaran 48' Crowther Eureka 33' Crowther Windspeed 39' Crowther Windspeed 40' CT 34 33 ft CT 49 49' Cumulant 39 Feet Davidson 37 37' Dean 38' Deerfoot 61 Deerfoot 62 62 ft Deerfoot 74PH 74' Dehler 41 40' Dehler 41DS 41' Design Length Devries 34 Dick Newick Native 38' Diesel Duck 462 48' Discovery 43' Dix 38 38' Don Brook 54 ft Doug Pedersen 47 ft Downeaster 45' Dubois 80' Dufor 54' Dufour 35 ft Dufour 395 40' Easton 40 ft Easton 43 43' Easy 36' Endurance 35 Feet Endurance 35 37' Engholm Boat 35 ft Fantasi 44 44' Farr 39' Farr 40 Feet Farr 46' Farr 1104 36' Farrier 41 41' Farrrier 31' Fastback 43 43' Feltz 38' Flint 51 ft Fontaine Pajot 40' Formosa 46 45' Formosa 47 47 ft Founaine Pajot 41 ft Fountain Pijot 42' Fountaine Pajot 56' François Chevalier 46' Frans Maas 48 Feet Freres 38 ft Frers 48' Ganley 46 Feet Ganley Pacemaker 40' Ganley Tara 39 40' Garcia Passoa 47 47' Gib Sea 40' Gib Sea 402 39' Gibsea 126 42' Grainger 46 Grainger 43' Grainger 52' Grainger 420 42' Grainger 430 42' Grainger 52 52' Grainger MC420 42' Grand Soleil 39ft Granger 42' GRP Sloop 43 ft Gulf Star 50 50 Feet Gulfstar 43' Gulfstar 50 50 ft Haag 48' Hakker 44' Hallberg Rassy 30 Hallberg Rassy 33 Hallberg Rassy 34 Hallberg Rassy 35 35 Hallberg Rassy 352 35 Hallberg Rassy 36 Hallberg Rassy 36 36 Hallberg Rassy 37 Hallberg Rassy 38 Halberg Rassy 39 Halberg Rassy 40 Hallberg Rassy 40 Hallberg Rassy 40 Hallberg Rassy 42 Hallberg Rassy 42 Hallberg Rassy 49 Hallberg Rassy 52 Hans Christian 50' Hans Christian 51' Hans Christian 52' Hans Christian 48 48 ft Hanse 371 DS 37' Hartley 50 ft Hereshoff 52' Herreschoff 35 ft Herrescoff 35 ft Herreshoff 35' Herreshoff 40 Feet Herreshoff 47' Hill 50 Hood 23 Hood 38 Feet Hortsman 38' Hunter 45' Hutting 45' Hylas 49' Hylus 48 Feet Hywel Price 36' Island Packet 40' Island Packet 40ft Island Packet 45' Island Packet 45 Feet Island Packet 42' Island Packet 45' Island Packet 485 52 ft Island Spirit 37' Janneau 37' Jarkan 10.5 34' Jarkan 10.5 35' Jarkin 41 Jeaneau Sunkiss 45 ft Jeanneau 40' Jeanneau 42 ft Jeanneau 47 ft Jeanneau 43DS 43' Jeanneau Espace 36' Jeanneau Sun Fizz 37' Jeantot 43 ft Jim Young 42' Jim Young 41' John Pugh 50' Kahn Walker 28.8 Kalik 40' Kappa San Yawl 34 ft Kaufmann 50' Kelly Peterson 44 44' Kennex 42' Ketch 49' Ketch 50 ft Ketch 53' Ketch 56' Kirk Amel 36' Koopmans 43 43' Kronos 45 45' Ladd 48 48 Lagoon 47' Lagoon 380 38' Lagoon 410 40' Laurance Gills 48 ft Lauren 49 Feet Laurent Giles 48' Lavranos 43 ft Lavranos 45 ft Lavranos 50' Lawrence Giles 50 ft Leopard 42 41' Liberty 49 54 ft Lidgard 45' Lidgard 45 ft Lidgard 42 42' Lidgard 44 44ft Lightwave 38 38' Magellan 36 36 ft Magnum Baltic 42 ft Malcom Tennant 40' Maple Leaf 48 48 ft Marco Polo 55 Feet Marie Tanton 26' Mason 48 47 ft Maxi 108 35 ft Mayotte 46 ft Mon 391 38' Monte Video 43 Feet Montevideo 43 43' Moody 40 ft Moody 42' Moody 376 37 ft Moody 42 40 ft Mooring 51 51' Morgan 40 ft Morgan 51' Morgan 53' Motor Sailer 46' Motor Sailor 77 Feet Mottle 33 33 ft Mull 45 44 ft Mummery Millenium 54' Mutt 43' Najad 32 ft Najad 33' Najad 39ft Najad 440 44' Najad 441 44 ft Najad 650 34 ft Nauticat 331 34' Nauticat 43 43' Niagra 35 35 ft Noon Ocean 44 ft Norlin 34 34' Norseman 447 44 ft Norseman 447 44 ft Norseman 447 44 ft Norseman 447 44' Northshore 370 37' Northshore 46 46 ft Northwind 36 36' Not Given 47 ft OC 35 35 ft Oceanic 46 46 ft Oceanic 46 46' Oceanis 45 41 ft Oege Karbling 42 ft O'Kell 52' Olympic 40' Oram 45' Orams 52 Orion 48 ft Ovni / Alubat 42' Own Design 40' Oyster 42 ft Oyster 43' Oyster 53 53' Oyster 53 55' Oyster 55 55' Oyster 56 56' Oyster 62 62 Feet Pacific 38' Pacific Seacraft 31 ft Pacific Seacraft 40' Panda 40 40' Passport 42 40 ft Paul Lucas 60 Pearson 36' Pearson 386 38 Feet Pearson 424 42' Perry 42 Feet Perry Passport 44 Feet Perry/Tatoosh 42 ft Pescott Whitehaven 37 ft Pescott Whitehaven 42' Peter Hatfield 41' Petersen 46 44 ft Peterson 44 44' Phil Curran 47 ft Pouvreau 38' Privelege 47 Cat 37' Prout 34' Prout 45 45' Pugh Fairwind 46' Pugh Northern Star 42' R J Salthouse 41 Radford 450 45' Ray Richards 41 Feet Reinke 13 46' Reinke 16 52' Rival 41 41' Rival 41 41' Robert Clark 50 Feet Roberts 36' Roberts 37' Roberts 38' Roberts 40' Roberts 40' Roberts 42' Roberts 43 Feet Roberts 43 ft Roberts 44' Roberts 44' Roberts 44 Feet Roberts 45' Roberts 55' Roberts 36' Roberts 48' Roberts Spray 36 ft Roberts 345 34' Roberts 370 39' Roberts 39 41' Roberts 434 43' Roberts 44 44 ft Roberts 53 53' Roberts Mauritius 42' Roberts Mauritius 45' Roberts Mauritius 44' Roberts Offshore 38' Roberts Offshore 38' Roberts Offshore 43 ft Roberts Offshore 44' Roberts Offshore 45' Roberts Spray 37' Roberts Spray 36' Roberts Spray 40' Roger Hill 48 Feet Rogers Evolution 36' Ron Holland 44' Ron Holland 52' Runn 37 37' RW 41 43' S&S 37 Feet S&S 40' S&S 43' S&S 43 Feet Sadler 34' Salar 40 39 ft Salthouse 49' Savage 43 42 ft Saxe 38 40 ft Schionning 40' Schionning 44' Sciomachen 68 Feet Scorpion 3 44' Seawind 1160 38' Serendipity 43 ft Shawn Arber 38 ft Shearwater 39 39' Shearwater 39 39' Simpson Cat 38' Simpson Seadrive 35' Slocum 43' Sloop 35' Sloop 36 Feet Solaris 42 42' South Coast 36 36' Spencer 1330 43 Feet Spencer 1330 44 ft Spray 44' Spray Carvel 43' Sprited 380 38' St Francis 43 ft St Francis 44 44' Stevens 50 ft Stevens 47 47 ft Stewart Ganley 52' Stroud 44 44' Sunbeam 42' Suncat 40 40' Sundeer 60' Sundeer 60 60' Super Maramu 51 ft Super Maramu 52' Super Maramu 53' Swan 431 43ft Swan 44 44 ft Swanson 38' Swanson 38' Swanson 40' Swanson 45' Sweden Yachts 36 Feet Tanton 44 44ft Tartan 41 41 Feet Taswel 43 43 Feet Taswell 43 Feet Tayana 37 Feet Tayana 37 37' Tayana CT37 40' Tayana V 42 42' Tayana 42 42 ft Tayana 47/48 48' Tayana 48 48' Tayana 52 ft Tayana 60' Ted Brewer 44' Townson 47 ' Transpac 49 49' Trawler Yacht 52' Trintella 38 38' Twin Peak 45 45' v.d. Stadt Caribean 40' Vagabond 53 Feet Vagabond 42 47' Valiant 50' Valiant 40 40 ft Valiant 40 40 ft Valiant 42 42' Van De Stadt 35 ft Van de Stadt 35 ft Van de Stadt 37 ft Van De Stadt 40' Van De Stadt 40' Vancouver 25 25' VanDe Stadt Seal 40' Vanguard 950 31' Warick 50 54' Warick 50 50' Warrior 40 ft Warrior 40 ft Warrior 40 40' Warwick 39 ft Warwick 55 55 Wauquiez 31 ft Westerly 31 Feet Westerly Conway 35' Westerly Oceanlord 40' Westsail 32 32' Westsail 32 39' Wharam Tiki 38 38' Wharram 41 ft Wilf O'Kell 47' William Garden 52 Feet William Garden 40' Yorktown 35'
Thankyou. Very Interesting.... A Hood 23? ummm Wow.
Our long term goal is to take our Hans Christian 33 around the world.
I notice that as years have gone by, the average size of the cruising boat is going up. That doesn't make the smaller ones that have historically been used any less seaworthy.... I think part of the problem is that the average skills of the sailors involved has decreased over time as the size of the boats has increased. IMHO, it is more difficult to make a long passage on a smaller boat, and it generally requires far more actual sailing skills. Just look at all the sailors who go out and pull the trigger on their EPIRB when it really isn't necessary.
SD, I think part of the issue is that we cruisers demand more creature comforts today than we did 4 decades ago, and with more stuff you need more size. The same thing has happened with houses, RVs, etc. For example, in the 60s/ early 70s the motorhome of choice was a VW Westfalia- now, no manufacturer would dare to build an RV that small- where would you put the microwave and the A/C? Few of us are happy with a small boat.
That may be true as well, but I still think that a lowered level of seamanship is still an issue-look at all the GPS induced accidents that have occurred because the Nintendo generation of sailors couldn't use the Mark I eyeball and other, more traditional methods of navigation.
GPS units are a tool, and not a panacea to navigation issues. They're only as good as the charts they're based on. Too many people interpret the icon in the chartplotter as their actual position but it isn't. It is a calculated position in a mapmaker's interpretation of the world that may or may not be accurate.
Oh, I get that. But how many sailors have been lost because they relied on "traditional" navigation techniques? Charts now, at least those that have been updated, are a lot more accurate than those used by our more traditional forebears. Even the 60 meters circle of uncertainty that you can get with a GPS is a lot more accurate than many of the traditional charts. Sailors have always used the latest in technology to navigate. The need for accurate navigation has been the spur for development in optics, mathematics, and time pieces. I agree though, that doesn't mean we don't have to keep our eyes open and use some common sense. Also it helps to have at our disposal a wide range of options so if that nifty bit of technology fails, we have alternatives.
- Military exercise area WK just south of Victoria is shown as a wreck.
- The port hand bifurcation day deacon on Atkins reef is shown as a standard lateral daybeacon.
jackdale said: Chartplotters with vector charts tend to be worse than the charts on which they are based. In the Gulf Islands I have seen many errors on the chartplotters on the boats I use for instruction and on my handheld GPS: Military exercise area WK just south of Victoria is shown as a wreck. The port hand bifurcation day deacon on Atkins reef is shown as a standard lateral daybeacon. These are just two examples that come readily to mind. Because the chartplotters often shown me on land when I am anchored stern-to or going through a narrow channel, I use SD's mark I eyeball in those situations. I do use chartplotters, radar, VHF, etc.; but I also teach their limitations. I just did a trip with one student who was staring at the chartplotter so much, I turned it off for the last day as we went from Bedwell Harbour to Sidney on a bright sunny day using paper charts. Some time ago I started another thread on this topic http://www.sailnet.com/forums/seamanship/60925-trust-your-eyes-not-gps.html Click to expand...
I think that there may be another reason why the size of cruising boats is increasing - the age of cruisers has increased quite a bit and people a) can often afford a more costly boat and b) want more comforts. My wife, who suggested that we do a circum, insisted that we needed a bigger boat than our Niagara 35.
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The all-new North Pacific 45 is the successor to the very popular North Pacific 43. A bevy of changes (many based on previous owner's suggestions) have made ...
For anyone interested in new boats here's a video we recently completed on the all-new North Pacific 45. It's the successor to the popular NP43. Among other changes and improvements, the reverse raked pilothouse windows sure give the boat a much better look (IMHO). The video isn't intended to be a technical dissertation on the pros and cons of ...
The North Pacific 45´ Pilothouse builds on the successful attributes of the NP43, North Pacific Yachts' first and thus far, most popular model, and boasts their Next Generation, world-class teak finished interior with all the luxuries you expect. Built to Last: Solid, hand-laid fiberglass hull
nOrth pacific 45 pilOthOuSe A crowd-pleAsing Addition to the line While the North Pacific 45's exterior doesn't have any teak, its interior has it in abundance, which makes for a beautiful boat. Adding 13 inches to the beam of the 45 gave it more space in the salon, pilothouse and belowdecks. hull laminate. Hull stringers are laid
The 45 is spacious for its size due, in part, to its full-beam salon and plumb-bow design. The boat has a galley set up for extended cruising with a full-size refrigerator/freezer, a propane stove and oven, double sinks and granite countertops. The two staterooms are a master with a walkaround queen berth, and a guest space with bunks.
North Pacific 45. Hello Sanauh, We are the happy owners of NP 4514. Delivery was June of 2020. As you are finding Trevor is a man of utmost integrity and very accommodating. Our layout is an L shaped dinette. Space for two easy chairs opposite the dinette with a cabinet between the chairs.
Pacific 42/45 is a 45′ 0″ / 13.7 m monohull sailboat designed by Edward S. Brewer starting in 1980.
Over-all, the North Pacific 45 is a well-thought-out coastal cruiser. The interior design is spacious and clean and the exterior is low-maintenance and reasonably tough. The entire vessel is designed for easy service, with far less "boat yoga" required for routine maintenance and troubleshooting than on other boats.
Here are some of the boats that were suggested from our readers: Mariner 36, Cal 34, Morgan 43, Swan 43, Bermuda 40, Island Packet 26, Mariner 47, LeComte Northeast 38, Westsail 32, Dana 24, J/35, and the CSY 44. Id be interested in hearing of other nominees for this list, or other good resources for sailors looking for a short list of good ...
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The Pacific is a massive ocean with numerous sailing routes and destinations. The Pacific also harbors multiple climates and weather conditions, so the provisions you'll need vary based on where you go. Polynesia is one of the best regions of the Pacific to sail in, thanks to its warm and comparatively mild weather.
Read North Pacific boat reviews, browse other North Pacific boats for sale, or shop other Motor Yachts boats for sale online at Vessel Vendor. ... Frequently Asked Questions for 2010 North Pacific 45 feet. What is a 2010 North Pacific 45 feet. This is a foot for sale in , . This is currently priced at $354,000, and is one of 1 boats for sale on ...
Pacific Seacraft. Currently, Pacific Seacraft, a yacht builder has 56 yachts available for purchase on YachtWorld. This collection encompasses 6 newly built vessels as well as 50 pre-owned yachts, with all listings, handled by boat and yacht brokers, primarily concentrated in United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Antigua and Barbuda and Mexico.
There are 109 boats in the list with 98 monohulls and 11 multis (including one tri). The variety of models is remarkable with only one boat having more than 2 in the list (3 Valiant 40s). As well, there are only 10 others with 2 examples on the list. Most common builder is Hunter, but this still is only 4 boats.
years circumnavigating the globe on a sailboat and owned and operated a full-service boatyard and marina in Ontario, Canada. Their previous yacht was a North Pacific 43, so for them to choose a North Pacific 45 after researching all the other offerings on the market meant that the boat checked all the boxes. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
Pacific preowned sailboats for sale by owner. Pacific used sailboats for sale by owner. Home. Register & Post. View All Sailboats. Search. Avoid Fraud. ... 45' Custom Ted Brewer 45 Punta Gorda, Florida Asking $175,000. 25' Catalina HarborTowne Marina, Georgia Asking $7,500. 50' Outremer Outremer50 std
The Pacific class (also known as the Pacific Forum class and the ASI 315 class) is a class of 22 patrol boats built by Australia and donated to twelve South Pacific countries. They were constructed between 1985 and 1997 and are operated by militaries, coast guards or police forces of twelve island nations. These boats are supported by the Pacific Patrol Boat Program and used primarily for ...
Island Packet make a phenomenal cruising boat. Reliable, rugged serviceability, quality materials and workmanship, good ergonomics, great rig and sail plan, good performance, shallow draught. If you desire to start your cruising adventure in the idyllic South Pacific on a fully setup proven cruising boat for 4 people. This is your opportunity.
In short: A Fiji Navy patrol boat has run aground during its maiden voyage, after the Australian government donated the vessel in March. The Guardian-class patrol boat hit a reef on Fiji's remote ...
The Chinese government says a Chinese man who sailed a small boat into a strategic river mouth in Taiwan was acting on his own and would be punished after his return to China. ... Top US and Chinese defense officials seek to restore communications as tensions rise in Indo-Pacific. Taiwan's legislature passes changes seen as favoring China ...
The 2024 Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival is just around the corner, and it has some spectacular events planned for attendees.. However, you may need to pack an umbrella for the festivities. Over 130,000 visitors and racers are expected at North America's biggest Dragon Boat celebration, which will include thrilling races, live concerts, and Vancouver's first public drone show on ...
Taiwanese yacht builder Horizon Yachts has announced the opening of Horizon Yacht USA's new West Coast office located in Seattle, Washington, in the Salmon Bay Yachting Centre.. The move will allow the business to expand into a new region and offer services to its partners, clients and brokers in the Pacific Northwest.
Tue, 18 Jun 2024 09:45:43 GMT (1718703943102) Story Infinite Scroll - News3 v1.0.0 (common) ... Union Pacific is still working to determine what caused the leak. Stay Connected. Like Us. Follow Us
The incident was reported at 8:45 p.m. Sunday as Father's Day festivities were winding down. Due to Ohio House Bill 343, also known as Marsy's Law, the victim's identity is not being released by ...
DETROIT, MI — On June 7, 2024, the Detroit Post Office celebrated the 150th Anniversary of the J. W. Westcott Company and the 76-year association of the J.W. Westcott as an official U. S. Postal Service mail boat beginning in 1948.. The J. W. Westcott is a 45-foot contract mail boat out of Detroit that delivers mail to passing ships on the Detroit River.