Transatlantic on a Gunboat 68 | Part 2

The North Atlantic delivers a brutal test in this second episode of our Gunboat 68 transatlantic series. The passage transforms from a comfortable downwind sleigh ride into a full-blown ocean emergency when we hit an unknown object at 12 knots, completely destroying the starboard rudder and rudder box. Chapters • 00:00 - Cockpit Tech: The clever "Slave Ring" system on Harken 990 winches. • 01:45 - The Impact: The moment a 68-foot performance multihull grinds to a halt. • 03:10 - Emergency Action: Removing a destroyed rudder blade in the middle of the ocean. • 05:15 - Sailing On: Continuing the passage with one rudder through building North Atlantic winds. • 07:20 - Final Approach: Navigating the final 250 miles to the Azores and finding shelter. This is a masterclass in damage control and offshore problem-solving, demonstrating how professional crews manage a crisis a thousand miles from the nearest shipyard. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for real-world sailing expertise from America's Cup & Volvo Ocean Race pros:    / @youngbarnacles   🆓 FREE RESOURCES: Browse our free library on boat systems and offshore sailing. Find more here: https://youngbarnacles.com https://youngbarnacles.com/gunboat-68...