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Atlantic Rescue

Discussion in 'General Yachting Discussion' started by revdcs, Feb 23, 2009.

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  1. revdcs, Feb 23, 2009
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    revdcs

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  2. K1W1, Feb 23, 2009
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    Hi,

    It surprises me that for such an experienced sailor there was not the drive or the ability to get the rudder off.
  3. NYCAP123, Feb 23, 2009
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    Ditto. You'd think that with all those crossing they'd have some serious repair experience, but I guess it's possible that they just lucked their way across. I'm reminded of a guy I met on the radio who'd come around Hatteras in a 23' sailboat with only a compass, a gal. of gas and almost no experience beyond day sailing in the bay. With a storm approaching he didn't have a clue of where he was. Regardless though, in that time my Leatherman alone would have gotten that rudder off. It sounded like they were fine with going in circles for days in the middle of the Atlantic. :confused: