Navigating Squalls on the Granocean W60
Yesterday, Thursday, brought a distinct change to our previously calm passage. The tranquility that had graced our journey simply vanished.
I came on watch at 06:00, and immediately realized the conditions had shifted dramatically. The calm seas were gone, replaced by squally weather, complete with intense 30-knot gusts, a sharp 1-2 meter short chop, torrential rain, and sheet lightning. With the waves hitting us squarely on the beam, the Granocean W60 was getting tossed around a fair bit, and even the flybridge was getting a thorough saltwater washdown! It was certainly a stark contrast to the peaceful watches we'd been enjoying.
However, the timing of our fuel transfer yesterday proved to be impeccable. With all that fuel weight moved off the bow and lower into the main tanks, the Granocean catamaran is riding exceptionally well and handling these challenging conditions with no problem. We just need to brace ourselves a bit more when moving around the vessel. Despite the discomfort, we really can't complain; we've had a remarkably good run of favorable weather up until now on this yacht delivery and you can read the difference between shipping the boat and delivering it in another of our blogs.
The seas did offer a brief reprieve, calming down somewhat during the day, though still coming from an uncomfortable angle. Unfortunately, the conditions picked up again in the late afternoon and early evening, ensuring a lively conclusion to the day.
The absolute best news, though, is that we still haven't encountered any fishermen. This is fantastic and allows us to focus entirely on navigating the weather. It highlights the dynamic environment our yacht delivery skipper teams operate in across Southeast Asia, where conditions can change rapidly, and vigilance is paramount.
For professional yacht delivery services that expertly navigate dynamic weather and ensure vessel safety across Southeast Asia and all the way to New Zealand, trust the experienced skippers at Yacht Delivery Solutions.
Whether it's a Granocean or another catamaran delivery, our focus is on a secure and efficient transit for your valuable asset. Contact us to plan your next voyage.
Comments
Post a Comment