The cockpit is where we spend most of our time while sailing. It's not just where we navigate Vela, but also a space for dining, working, and planning our next adventure. ? Why a center cockpit, you ask? ? It's closer to the mast, giving us more stability at sea. ? Enclosed protection keeps us safe and dry in bad weather. ? ? Perfect for long-term cruising-though it's a bit smaller than an aft cockpit, it's a trade-off we're happy to make. This winter, we're upgrading the enclosure for better visibility while docking-ready for new adventures at anchor. ? What do you think? Would you choose a center cockpit or an aft cockpit for your dream sailboat? ? ? Music by Sergio Prosvirini from Pixabay #YouTubeShorts #Explore #TravelVlog #Vloggers #DailyLife #ChristmasCalendar #Vlogmas #ChristmasOnBoard #Beneteau44cc #Sailing #Liveaboard #LifeAtSea

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Day 13 of our Christmas calendar takes a closer look at the deck of Vela! Built for adventure! ? ? Bow: - Equipped with a 33kg Rocna Vulcan anchor. - 80 meters of chain. - Electric windlass for the heavy lifting. ? Washdown Pump behind the chain locker: To keep things tidy, we've got a saltwater washdown pump installed. It's perfect for rinsing off the anchor and chain, keeping mud and grime off the deck. ? Midship on each side: - Water filling stations for our two water tanks - Discharge outlets for our holding tanks. ? Aft Deck: - Storage lockers for all our deck gear, extra diesel, - Gas locker (soon to be extra storage when we go electric ?). ? Swimming Platform: - Another deck locker - Emergency tiller access - Freshwater shower after a jump in the clear blue water ? And soon, a solar arch will complete the setup - hosting our solar panels, dinghy, grill, and liferaft. ? This deck is ready for everything from long passages to lazy days at anchor. What's a must-have feature on your dream boat's deck? ? Let us know! ? ? Music by Sergio Prosvirini from Pixabay #YouTubeShorts #Explore #TravelVlog #Vloggers #DailyLife #ChristmasCalendar #Vlogmas #ChristmasOnBoard #Beneteau44cc #Sailing #Liveaboard #LifeAtSea

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The mast is what transforms Vela into a true sailing vessel, harnessing the power of the wind to carry us around the world. ? Standing tall at 18 meters above the waterline, it's more than just a sail holder-it's a hub of essential gear: ? Wind instruments tell us the direction and speed of the wind. ? VHF antenna keeps us in communication with other vessels. ? Navigation lights guide us safely in the dark. ?? Radar and reflector detect other ships, weather squalls, and make sure we're seen. And let's not forget the sails that make it all happen: ? Genoa (head sail): Easily rolled in and out from the cockpit. ?? Main sail: Adds stability and power, with reefing controlled from the safety of the cockpit. ? Asymmetrical spinnaker: A colorful, lightweight sail for catching light winds downwind. Whether it's cruising calm waters or bracing for strong winds, everything is managed safely from the cockpit. Our mast is not just a symbol of freedom-it's a feat of engineering that keeps us moving forward. Do you have a favorite sail to work with? Drop a ?? in the comments if you'd love to try handling a spinnaker! ? Music by Sergio Prosvirini from Pixabay #YouTubeShorts #Explore #TravelVlog #Vloggers #DailyLife #ChristmasCalendar #Vlogmas #ChristmasOnBoard #Beneteau44cc #Sailing #Liveaboard #LifeAtSea

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