Catamarans are the perfect boats to dry out on a beach, or, as many do in tidal areas (including ourselves), use a half tide drying mooring. If the boat has daggerboards then sensibly the rudders should lift to avoid damage, especially if the tide/wind causes waves when refloating. I have used the method seen in this video for 40 years. Very simple and works easily. Please note that this boat is over 30 years old, and I had never tried to lift the rudders with one hand before! Hence the initial hesitation. They would lift more easily if the shafts were greased. A simple snap hook holds the rudder up. Some people use "dinghy style" lifting rudders but that means the blades stick out behind the boat, which has often led to breakages when in a crowded anchorage and unsuspecting dinghies pass in the night. This rudder system works exactly like a conventional semi-balanced rudder when it in the down position. And has the advantage that the whole rudder can be taken off the boat by simply undoing one bolt. And no shaft leaks either! The thin ropes led through blocks to a cleat on the tiller are connected to the outboard. So the engine turns with the rudders, significantly increasing manouverability! I write more about steering systems on my website, see here https://www.sailingcatamarans.com/index.php/19-faqs/sailing-and-performance-questions/109-which-steering-system-should-i-use

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#요트 #세일링 #yacht #마리나 #얼음왕국 2022.02.12 이제 아라마리나에도 봄이 오네요~ 다음주에 얼음이 다 녹고 배를 빼려고 했으나, 성미급한 요트 학교 팀장님의 닥달?! 요청?! 으로 ㅎㅎ 얼음깨고 그녀의 탈출을 성공 시킵니다. 그리고 교육 중인 다른 팀과 짧게 매치레이싱을 하면서 교육을 도왔네요^^ 갑작스러운 세일링이었지만 역시 재밌네요. 올 한해도 제 삶의 비타민이 될 그녀의 귀환을 자축합니다^^

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Discover the ultimate guide on utilizing Jon Buoys – a trustworthy companion on the open sea. 🗺️ Our recently published article is packed with practical tips, invaluable insights, and expert advice that will ensure your sailing experience is safer and more enjoyable than ever before. 📚 Dive into the depths of our knowledge and become a master of jon buoys. Learn how to properly deploy them, interpret their signals, and handle emergencies like a true maritime pro. 🚢 More here: https://sailingbritican.com/dan-buoy/ #Sailing #LifeAtSea #JonBuoys #SafetyFirst #SailTheWorld #SailingLifestyle #AdventureAwaits

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