Operations and Maintenance

There are many aspects to operating a sailing boat and it’s equipment, from the plotter to the electrics and engine. Additionally, boat maintenance is on ongoing task required to keep the boat both safe and a pleasure to sail.

See documentation, videos and blogs below.

Video Demonstrations

Liferaft Deployment

A quick look at accessing the liferaft and how to deploy.

Refuelling

A demonstration of checking fuel levels and how to open up for refueling .

Starting the Engine

Starting the engine after all prerequisite checks have been made.

Engine checks.

A quick look at procedures and checks to make prior to starting the engine.

See all our posts on Maintenance and Operations

Heaving to

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May 28, 2026

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boat, Operations, Uncategorized

Knowledge of heaving to is essential in emergency MOB situation

Reefing SAOR

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October 20, 2025

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boat, Operations

A brief note on how to reef SAOR and avoid possible pitfalls and damage.

Saor Manual (Work in Progress)

All you need to know about operating Saor.

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