We got increasingly frustrated by our small petrol (gas) outboards that we use very infrequently on our dinghies and Chat 18 catamaran. Never quite knowing whether they would start, or how long they would run. Usually because the small jets would clog up, a problem aggravated by the ethanol fuel now used in the UK, USA and elsewhere. So earlier this year we bit the bullet and bought a used Torqeedo 1103 electric outboard. It was on ebay, from "one careful lady owner" - actually the advert said "only used on a fresh water trout farm" which we hoped was much the same thing. And we have been very pleased with it this summer, using it on Sagitta's tender, sometimes for long distances, yet never seeing the charge drop below 80% So we then tried using it on our Chat 18. And immediately discovered two problems, probably common to other small daysailing boats. First, the battery was much larger than the integral petrol fuel tank. So, when tilted up on the swingdown bracket, the Torqeedo hit the tillerbar. That meant we had to use the transom mount, which in turn meant the leg had to be angled back in use to clear the immersed rudder blade. Very inefficient and too close to the surface. And second, when tilted up and turned sideways the tiller control arm would detach - something that doesn't happen with a petrol outboard. So we had to remove it, and then reattach it whenever we wanted to motor. Fortunately Torqeedo has realised that many people have these problems and so supply reasonably priced, extra long cables, not just for the battery but also for the tiller arm. Accordingly we bought a 1.5m (5ft) battery cable and a 5m (16ft) tiller cable. This video shows the results of the first motor, one calm winter evening. I still have to re-route the cables through the back of the cockpit and more permanently mount the tiller arm. The deeper propellor is more efficient and there is no aeration when cornering or in waves. Top speed was very close to 5 knots, about hull speed on an 18ft boat. In reverse speed was about 3 knots. Although it's more awkward to lift the outboard leg without the battery in place it does now fit comfortably below the tillerbar when raised for sailing. So we're very happy so far! For once there is audio on this short video. But even if you turn the volume to high you won't hear the outboard - another bonus! More on the Chat 18 here https://sailingcatamarans.com/index.php/designs-2/2-catamarans-under-25ft/475-chat-18-daysailing-catamaran And Torqeedo here https://nestawayboats.com/

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For our very first offshore passage we decided to use the opportunity of a short 30 nautical mile passage to prepare for the subsequent offshore passage back to Pattaya. This would be our very first overnight sail on Ruby Rose 2 so we wanted to be well-prepared- this is how we did it. Thanks for watching! Please subscribe and leave a comment ⛵️ To support our work ❤️ https://www.patreon.com/sailingrubyrose Our videos are free for everyone to watch, and always will be. However, we have an amazing community of Patrons who, for the cost of a cup of coffee a month, receive all sorts of benefits and perks. This support allows us to continue bringing our stories to you, so a HUGE thanks to our wonderful Patrons 😊 Click the link above to find out more. SOCIAL MEDIA http://www.instagram.com/sailingrubyrose http://www.facebook.com/sailingrubyrose https://www.tiktok.com/@sailingrubyrose MUSIC Epidemic Sound Artlist Hey there! We're Nick and Terysa and we’ve become completely obsessed with the idea of sailing around the world and sharing our experiences and information through our sailing lifestyle videos with others. We met travelling around India, and quickly agreed that rather than “settling down” and doing what most normal people do, we wanted to travel and adventure instead and started our sailing lifestyle adventure stories, since then, we’ve been working hard towards achieving our dreams, and now we’re finally living them as sailing cruising lifestyle! Want to know anything about our sailing lifestyle or sailing adventure stories? Send us an email via the contact us page http://yachtrubyrose.com/contact-us/ We hope you enjoy what we do. Please subscribe, like and share.

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PORTOFINO COMMENTS This Squadron 50, which is in very good condition structurally, mechanically, electrically and electronically, is used by 2nd owner. Indoor cushions and carpets can be changed if desired. What is needed only for new owner is the Season maintenance that’s all.  This boat with 3 cabins offers wide and spacious cabin areas as the kitchen seen in current designs is at the entrance. In particular, it allows families not to climb stairs to get service, and to use the kitchen more safely. The fact that the master cabin is located at the head offers a wide bathroom area that is unmatched in these size boats, while it is bright all day long thanks to both roof windows and side windows. There are two single beds in the symmetrical 2 cabins at the stern, and these beds can be converted into twin beds if desired. The far-cornered layout plan from the oval cut gives this boat maximum seating capacity and spacious walking areas without losing any volume. Fly bridge, which is an angular layout, has a large seating area with a barbecue, ice maker, refrigerator Lying in Turkey & Video conference available Now Good Value for Money, Decreased to 535.000 € for a super quick sale !  Don’t miss out.

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