Transatlantic on a Gunboat 68 | Part 2: Losing a Rudder Mid-Ocean

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 07:20 - Final Approach: Navigating the final 250 miles to the Azores and finding shelter. USEFUL LINKS ➜ Supporting blog post https://youngbarnacles.com/gunboat-68... ➜ Youngbarnacles Members Hub: https://youngbarnacles.com/plans/all-... ➜ Free Sailing Library: https://youngbarnacles.com/free-resou... MUSIC YouTube Audio Library ➜ https://www.youtube.com/ SAFETY DISCLAIMER: PROFESSIONAL WORK This video documents professional marine work with significant risk of injury or vessel damage. This is NOT DIY instruction. You are solely responsible for your own safety and actions. We are not liable for any application of this information. Full Disclaimer: https://youngbarnacles.com/website-di...