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Yacht’s trim
The distribution of the weights and the masses on the Grand
Soleil 43' is the result of very accurate tests and studies by
the J & J Design and Cantiere del Pardo.
In normal load condition, the Grand Soleil 43' floats and sails
perfectly on its ideal lines.
However, as with any other yacht, failure to comply with the basic
rules for the distribution of the loads may cause the yacht to get out
of the ideal trim. This might cause a bow or stern trim or even a list
to port or starboard.
These variations will not cause serious problems but may compro-
mise the sailing performances of the yacht and its cruising comfort.
Loading should therefore be carried out according to the following
principles:
• limit the loads only to the gear and items which are strictly
necessary on board;
• distribute the weights evenly throughout the yacht trying to
concentrate the heaviest items amidships and as low as possible;
• do not overload the yacht’s ends, the bow especially since this
problem is the one that most of all affects the yacht performances.
For this reason we recommend to use the fwd. water tank first and
then the aft. one to keep the bow as light as possible. In case of
beating up against rough sea, better keep the fwd tank empty
anyhow.
• distribute the masses as evenly as possible on the lateral plane too;
however do not worry if the boat has a slight list once loading has
been completed: a slight list is acceptable and far less influent than
the fore and aft trim on the yacht’s performances.
• ensure that all masses are securely fastened or lashed and will not
shift during navigation.
