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Gozzard Yachts builds only a handful of customized bluewater boats each year instead of chasing production volume. I think staying small and family-owned has helped the company preserve its craftsmanship, workforce, and independence for decades. Full Stream: https://youtube.com/live/zFs8Y2Fj8Ds?feature=share 📗 Get My Book: https://bethecaptain.com

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Moving a traveler onto a catamaran hardtop means that structure has to withstand enormous sailing loads. A gybe can suddenly load the mounting and cause chaos. If you’re moving a traveler, make sure whatever supports it is strong enough to take those forces. Full Stream: https://youtube.com/live/zFs8Y2Fj8Ds?feature=share 📗 Get My Book: https://bethecaptain.com

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Sun exposure can make the plastic parts in this style of mainsail furler brittle, and broken pieces can damage the furling line. I explain why I’m not a fan of this setup and how replacing it with a track and a mainsail modified for battens could be a worthwhile upgrade. Full Stream: https://youtube.com/live/zFs8Y2Fj8Ds?feature=share 📗 Get My Book: https://bethecaptain.com

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