Today we are on a test sail aboard the Broadblue 346 Catamaran. The Broadblue 346 is an ideal catamaran for families and couples, this model is small enough to make a passage through the French canals, but robust enough to carry a Category A (Ocean) status, all with 2m headroom throughout the boat. The key to the easy handling is the innovative “sail station” concept, bringing all of the working sheets and halyards to a single forward facing location alongside the helm station. This ensures that the 346 can be easily handled by one person, including reefing of both the main and headsails. The spacious accommodation includes two large double aft cabins and a single cabin forward as standard. This can be extended by incorporating a single cabin amidships on the port side and a saloon conversion for the double berth. When combined with the optional second head this allows up to 8 people to sleep aboard and enjoy facilities of two heads and two showers, all in a 10m catamaran. The 346 is a beautifully crafted catamaran, whose predecessors have sailed all over the World. You can read more about this stunning liveaboard catamaran https://www.broadblue.com/cruising-catamarans/broadblue-346 Remember to follow us on our socials to enjoy all of our sailing and catamaran content.

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The Frosties Regatta 2025 is off to a thrilling start with tight racing after the start, showcasing the impressive skills of sailors on Strangford Lough. The Mata 1010 and Nicholson 43 keelboats are among the vessels taking part in this exciting sailing event, which is a highlight of the Irish sailing calendar. As the boats navigate the beautiful waters of Strangford Lough, the competition is fierce, with many near misses and intense moments of racing. The event is a testament to the excellent yacht performance and sailing prowess of the participants, with Bottom up Boats and other sailing teams pushing themselves to the limit. This regatta is a must-watch for anyone interested in yachting, sailing, and sail boat racing, and is a great example of the exciting sailing events that take place in Northern Ireland. The Strangford Lough yachting community is out in full force, enjoying the thrill of the race and the stunning scenery of the lough. With its rich history and stunning natural beauty, Strangford Lough is the perfect location for a sailing regatta, and the Frosties Regatta 2025 is an event not to be missed.

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A gente sempre escuta essa pergunta “mas não é frio no barco?”… E a verdade é que sim, pode ser, e muito! Nós mesmos já passamos muito frio no Utopia laaá no comecinho, durante o inverno da Suécia. Quem lembra? 😂❄️ E cansados de viver de casacos e mantinhas dentro de casa, finalmente resolvemos comprar um aquecedor novo. O nosso antigo Reflex, infelizmente não era tão efetivo, e já tinha passado do prazo de validade. Então decidimos mudar o sistema, e instalar um Vevor, que funciona com uma ventoinha. Primeiro puxa diesel do tanque, envia para a câmara de combustão, acontecendo a queima. O ventilador interno sopra ar frio através de um trocador de calor de alumínio, e esse ar sai quente pelas saídas dos dutos que distribuímos no barco. A fumaça da combustão é expelida para fora do barco pelo escapamento. Claro que já aproveitamos a bagunça pra dar uma ajeitada no banheiro também, tinta nova, algumas decorações e detalhes que melhoram o nosso dia a dia ✨ E o melhor é que o consumo de diesel dele é bem baixo, gasta em média: 🔥 150/400ml/H, dependendo da potência (nunca usamos no máximo até hoje) ⚡ e cerca de 10W/40W contínuos, com pico maior apenas na partida, chegando a 100W. Pra quem vive a bordo no inverno europeu… isso muda MUITO a vida. Somos muito mais felizes com nossa casa bem quentinha! 🩵🤗 O vídeo completo da instalação você já sabe, já está no YouTube do Utopia. E aí… você encararia um inverno ancorado?? Nos acompanhe em tempo real no Instagram: @sailing.utopia Bons ventos! ⛵

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