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OFFSHORE SAILING
All Corsair models have been designed strong enough for heavy weather sailing, the
C28, C31, C37 and Cruze 970 have now crossed both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans
many times. However, it should be noted that they are small boats for such long
offshore passages, and should only be undertaken by experienced sailors and well
prepared vessels.
Due to the considerable wear and tear that can result from such voyages, and the many
unforeseen hazards, warranty coverage is not available for any boat undertaking any
passage offshore longer than 200 miles.
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WARNING
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THE SAFETY OF ANY CORSAIR MODEL AT SEA CANNOT BE GUARANTEED AS OFFSHORE
SAILING CAN BE A HAZARDOUS UNDERTAKING, WITH MANY RISKS. NUMEROUS
FACTORS BEYOND THE CONTROL OF THE MANUFACTURER WILL AFFECT THE SAFETY OF
ANY OFFSHORE VOYAGE AND ANY OWNER TAKING A CORSAIR TRIMARAN OFFSHORE
MUST ACCEPT FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY RISKS INVOLVED.
It is not within the scope of this manual to go into all the necessary equipment for
offshore sailing, this being covered by many readily available books, and/or offshore
safety regulations. Essential item are an under wing re-entry hatch, the optional Storm
jib, and a properly set up
storm parachute anchor
. The parachute anchor is a recent
development for multihulls and offers a very comfortable and safe method for surviving
severe storms.
CAPSIZE
Capsize is always a possibility, even if a remote one, and should it ever occur, stay calm,
and make sure all crew are accounted for. Anyone inside can stay there, it being safe for
some time. There is no danger of sinking.
When sailing offshore the following items should always be stored in the safety
compartment (accessible from underneath if capsized), with lanyards attached, and in
watertight bags:
- EPIRB unit
- Cutting tools
- Extra wrenches & tools
- Bolt cutters
- Spare beam bolt wrench
- Ropes
- VHF hand held radio
- Pliers
- Copy of righting instructions
- Flares
Surge is the major enemy inside the boat, and the first priority should be to seal all
hatches, vents etc, and try to keep the boat dry as possible. Poptop will remain in place
as this will try to float upwards. Main battery switch should be turned off and all loose
objects stored in the cabin settees, these now being above water. Surge will otherwise
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