As I've posted about in the past, my next-slip-neighbor just completed the Singlehanded Transpac. I've known him for about six months since I moved onto dock A and here is what I've learned about him: a) he's smart, b) he has a very trim boat, c) he's very likable, d) he just sailed to Hawaii singlehanded. A few more things, but what I never found out is that he's ridiculously creative.
How'd he do this:
Remember, he's singlehanding. No helicopter escort that we know of. And, despite his seemingly superhuman ability to fly, that's him on the foredeck.
The answer isn't in
this video exactly, but I think you can figure out that there is a
kite rig, some excellent tradewinds, and what I hope is a waterproof videocamera.
Welcome home Chris.
6 comments:
Very nice wing and wing setup on that boat. :D
It's pretty amazing how far he can get the camera away from the boat.
That rocked!
How DID he take those photos? Also, I'm almost positive his boat is a Tayana 37. Atlantic Sailor.
The camera really does add 15 pounds, Mr. Atlantic. It's a Dana 24 (27' including the bowsprit). Made by Pacific Seacraft so the seaworthiness is very much in line with a Tayana. She should be back in her slip by September when you visit.
It's a kite with a picavet rig to keep the camera pointing in line with the string. Chris didn't use any R/C just guessed at the angles.
Adrift, I've seen the double headsail configuration referred to as butterfly but I assume it's also a variation of wing and wing. It is nice...you have to love tradewinds.
-Edward
Hi Edward,
Thanks for the flattering comments (obviously you don't know me all that wall, yet :}) and for the link to the video. Look forward to seeing back at the "A" dock.
Chris
http://christianhumann.com/transpac.htm
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