Hallberg Rassy 49 - 28 Tons
“The only one time “Hydrolino” lost the way was because, at night and close-hauled with around a 20 kn wind, the main rudder with a bit of helm disengaged himself from the right position.”
From: Shamrock
Sent: October-28-12
To: Sarah Curry
Subject: Hallberg Rassy 49 PONTY
Dear Sarah,
In the FAQ on your website there is question about the ability for your windvane to steer a heavier boat.
I singlehanded across the Atlantic over (Capo Verde-Barbados) and back (Bermuda-Azores) in opposite wind conditions (plus many shorter trips for around 10.000 nm) with my 15m Hallberg Rassy and…. at last travel-lift she has been weighted around 28 tons (European) (Diesel, water, anchors and all material that have been collected in 6 years around!!)
The only one time “Hydrolino” (I named the wind vane) lost the way was because, at night and close-hauled with around a 20 kn wind, the main rudder with a bit of helm disengaged himself from the right position.
Best regards,
Federico Roman