Neel 51 Trimaran Atlantic Crossing, ARC Regatta - Ep.2/5

[@tonewreck1]

Hello Igor, I want to congratulate you on the best sailing channel around for me. It is so informative and interesting about the things and details that one really wants to know. I love your long videos, where we can really take it all in. Your comments are exactly what I want to know. I have been interested in the Neel 51 for a long time and you are confirming a lot of things I suspected. I am extremely glad that the finish is simple and cheap. It makes for an incredibly affordable amazing boat to go anywhere fast and in confort. I can't wait to see the following episodes to learn as much as possible and enjoy this beautiful ride with you. Do not hesitate to take your time and give as much technical details as possible about all aspects of your experience with the boat. I love your relaxed and unpretentious attitude, you are a true sailor, the crew must be feeling very safe and happy with you. The owner is lucky to have you do the delivery. Once again thank you and have a great 2022!

[@Wayne_Nero]

This was the most informative sailing information I have found on KZbin - thanks for all the great info, i am learning so much!

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks tonewreck1 🙌🍻

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Nero 👍🍻

[@00708046]

I'm not a sailor but I watch sailng videos and Igor's videos give a nice mix of everything but has also explained in detail sails and equipment ...pros and cons . He has experience on many different boats and can offer his own experienced preferences.

[@jojob5170]

I agree with this comment 💯 I learn so much. You’re the best Igor 👍

[@headril0815]

I like how Igor is reviewing absolutely everything. Even the sardine cans.

[@dr.a.995]

The most informative sailing description I have come across. I almost felt like I was aboard, listening to you.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🍻

[@sandlmv8301]

Best sailing channel around. Living the life mate. Cheers from Australia.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 👍🍻

[@bigdadgo]

Thank you for taking time to explain the navigation to us novices! I’ve been enjoying your videos.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Greg!

[@carlossalomao6964]

One of few truly sailling channels around, pure sailling, technical information etc etc ... congrats Igor

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Carlos 👍🍻

[@carsonc1272]

I love how Igor goes into great detail on things like the radar. It's so informative and nobody else does this. Thanks bud!

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏

[@julianbatcheler9970]

So good to see you are hooked in and wearing a life jacket.I see so many channels, even with kids, with no life jackets and no life line.

[@IgorStropnik]

Agree 🙌👍🍻

[@julianbatcheler9970]

@@IgorStropnik I could not believe my eyes… I won’t name who, as i do love their channel. But with a new born child in a sling… on deck throwing a rope… with no life vest and no life line… some would say: ‘but only maneuvering in a marina’. But you slip, you hit your head… fall in… game over (unless you are lucky). I used to paraglide and never understood why we had to wear helmets… until the day i was ground handling getting ready to take off and got picked up by a fluke gust and dragged back up the slope and my head hit a big rock and smashed the helmet to shit. I was shaken… and pulled a few muscles. But I got why there were safety features.

[@IgorStropnik]

@@julianbatcheler9970 Unfortunately we don’t learn from others mistakes 😞

[@jessapearlsailing7443]

Thank you so much for your instructional videos on the Neel 51. You are a great instructor, even my mother and father love your 4K videos. I was going to purchase the Neel-51 but the price was too expensive for my budget fully equipped with all the toys. So, I decided to step down to purchase a new fully loaded Neel 47. Most people don't realize the Neel product line was designed by a famous team: team naval architect Mark Lombard and racer Eric Bruneel. I recently watched a famous youtube channel of a 45 ft monohull making an upwind passage while getting a massive ass pounding and making the entire crew feed the fish. This makes me very grateful for Neel comfort and safety. 😃

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Jon! Quality product Neel.

[@rickstevens1479]

I read the fit and finish are Ikea like but that isn't necessarily a bad thing if the price is affordable....great video Igor , you are a natural on camera....relaxed and informative....

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Rick 🍻

[@DaniPrays]

It’s like we get to sail with you and hear your tips and stories. I like the funny ending too with the round can sardines. 😂

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🍻

[@earthling1386]

Igor, you're an inspiration my friend. Im loving your videos.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏

[@Wayne_Nero]

I can’t wait for Igor to tell us how this boat sails.

[@helms5hieldmaiden]

Thank you for this super informative video, especially on the sail configuration! Thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks AJ 👍🍻

[@bladze14]

Thanks ignor. I learned so much from your video than all the video I have watched (probably thousand of them). So much information and so detail and so easy to understand. Even sextant you made it so easy to understand. Thank you. Keep up good work. I can’t wait for next video

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Cuong 🍻

[@robwells3068]

Igor someday we will do this with you , I have a 60 sunreef sail and I need to step my game, ha, so you just always delivering boats and sailor for life, great stuff great breakdowns keep on thy path.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Rob 🍻

[@philkibble]

Top man Igor, another good upload, thoroughly enjoyed this one and very much looking forward tot he next instalment of the series.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Phil 🍻👍

[@abdulkkhan5095]

Thank You , Igor you are great Catamaran sailor.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏

[@kristenthompson5797]

Love your informative long videos! Thank you for sharing.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏

[@TurboYachtClub]

I like this video a lot. I feel like I'm learning as part of the crew

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏

[@BohemianBeatster]

Groovy and helpful vlog.

[@ViVi-lo2pe]

Игорь привет 😃 спасибо за твои видео, очень много рассказываеш реальных важных вещей, продолжай, и ещё раз спасибо 😃

[@marcmorisset6854]

Thanks for the video Igor.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Marc 🍻

[@abdulkkhan5095]

You are a great sailor Igor.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏

[@nicoleginsberg7038]

Dude, I would have loved to be a part of this crew! The Neel is very intriguing* I'm so glad you got a chance to check out and share your opinions on it... I'm super excited to watch your journey. BTW I could have stowed away in one of those storage compartments lol. So glad you are here have an awesome year.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Nicole 👍

[@manzau]

A very informative video with a very good quality! Thanks a lot for this 👍

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Thomas 🍻

[@robklebofski]

Igor your videos are so well done, excellent breakdown and delivery of information. Thank you for all your hard work

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks!

[@whitneylake2107]

Thank you for your explanations of things you do during your voyage. It is very helpful because I am a beginner. I am considering purchasing a Neel trimaran as well. Safe journeys !

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏

[@steveedwards4463]

Another great informative video keep up the good work. Thank you

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Steve 🍻🙌

[@michel6771]

Te felicito ! Es uno de lo mejores videos de navegación que he visto. Gracias por incluir subtítulos. Aunque a mitad del video dejan de funcionar. Se aprende mucho con las explicaciones. Muchas gracias !

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Michel 🍻

[@___Tom]

great explanation about for-wind sailing strategy. Thanks!

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙌👍🍻

[@waynelim55]

Great video. Very entertaining and informative. Thank you.....

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏

[@francescov6132]

Love those videos, Thank you very much for sharing all those great info ! Keep it up💪

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Francesco!

[@thunderduckusa]

Outstanding! You are a awesome captain! Please stay in touch. Looking forward to getting to know you and your adventures.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@internetposta7389]

The one sailboat, Uma, is a big sailing Vlog couple. They are great

[@Steventendler]

looks like your having a great day

[@IgorStropnik]

🍻

[@abdulkkhan5095]

Fabulous catamaran sailor. Thnx Much

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏

[@chriswatt37]

Hi Igor, love the vidoes. Please keep it up :)

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🍻👍

[@navalgazingatcampdavid]

Hi Igor. I wanted to ask you if I could use a few clips from your NEEL 51 trans Atlantic series in an upcoming preliminary review of the new NEEL 52 that I am planning. I enjoyed your comments on the motion of the boat, the lack of squeaking, and the comfort of the aft facing settee in the cockloon. I would love to include these in my video. Please let me know if this would be OK. Many thanks. Dave.

[@MK-gr9qz]

Thanks, really good tips🤟

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@IgorStropnik]

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[@johnisley4578]

Fantastic channel, Cheers

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks John 🙌🍻

[@julianbatcheler9970]

I have sailed mono and cat but never a tri... they look like they should sail more like a mono?

[@IgorStropnik]

More like cat with more side movement.

[@julianbatcheler9970]

@@IgorStropnik ok… I used to race Tornado Cats and Lasers… I loved the Tornado in a really strong wind… no fun in a light wind. The steering was the thing I found oddest going from the Laser to the Tornado. I want to get a cruising boat to live aboard and started thinking has to be a cat… but costs and marina access etc has got me to the point where I’m looking at 42 to 45 ft centre console monos. They tick most boxes. Even if i had millions I think I wouldn’t go for a cat. Would be a tri or a mono… a Kracken or an Oyster.

[@IgorStropnik]

@@julianbatcheler9970 I would go mono or cat. Mono more fun but less comfort.

[@julianbatcheler9970]

@@IgorStropnik at anchor maybe more comfort but a small cat like I could afford like a Lagoon 380, I would take the rear owners cabin in a centre cockpit 44 over the cabin in the 380... but yeah fun matters and if I'm going to circumnavigate I want to do it first time in a mono... maybe cat or tri second time LOL

[@IgorStropnik]

@@julianbatcheler9970 cat second, tri third 😀🍻

[@lifesailinc.7886]

love it, sailed in Yugoslavia then, in the 1972 'ish

[@michaelholmes6152]

When Boredom settled in the layout of the sardines was the only event of interest 🤣

[@IgorStropnik]

👍🍻

[@slomaj]

Nice edit Igor, nice thing about a asymmetrical spinnaker and a cat down wind is you can move the tack to the windward bow and fly it from there. Nice info for new cruisers for sure !

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Maja🍻 This boat didn’t have fittings for that but grate solution otherwise 👍

[@SystemOfStrategy]

Hvala za odličen kanal in informacije.

[@IgorStropnik]

Hvala 🍻👍

[@Mathias-kq7qi]

Very informative video, thanks a lot! One question though: What is the problem in getting close to Africa? If I would be close to it I would love to get closer and see the big sand dunes and maybe other exciting landscapes.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏 Just scared of unknown.

[@brianbuchanan2414]

Great video and great information, well done done

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Brian 🍻👍

[@m.muzinski7842]

ais is secondary radar information. Based on transponder you are broadcasting your name, position heading and indicated speed. All other ais are doing it. Receivers receiving and displays displaying. Those boats from Africa that are worrying you don’t transmit on ais but often receiving.

[@johnny12895]

would you help me sail a boat back from Virgin Gorda in the lower Bahamas, to miami beach?

[@IgorStropnik]

If I have time yes.

[@davidantill6949]

With a large code 0 or a spinnaker, isn't some form of backstay needed to protect the top of the mast from the forward forces

[@IgorStropnik]

Cats have side stays angled back a lot so no need for backstay.

[@davidantill6949]

@@IgorStropnik thank you for that answer. But if they had a backstay rather than rearward facing shrouds couldn't the boom be let out further allowing better performance downwind?

[@IgorStropnik]

@@davidantill6949 Yes but than you can’t have big cat mainsail.

[@davidantill6949]

@@IgorStropnik one could move the mast more for'ard like the Neel 51 and have a retractable (swinging up/down and potentially sideways) bowsprit for light air (snubbed) sails?

[@IgorStropnik]

@@davidantill6949 Exactly ! That’s what i did on my 45days Scandinavia trip and it worked the best.

[@emil98765]

Igor, schönes Video, aber bitte etwas kürzer die Videos zusammenschneiden. Dass ein Code Zero und ein Parasailor gut sind, hast Du mehrfach nun wiederholt. Sardinen aus der Büchse? Da war der Törn mit der Lagoon 52 von Amst.-Med. doch noch ein richtiges Gaumenschmaus, oder?

[@tomriley5790]

After your comments about falling in the water at 7kts with a tether - it might be worth looking at the "Backtow" lifejackets from teamo - they're designed to flip you on your back and tow you backwards through the water (they were designed after someone drowned whilst being pulled by their tether), no personal connection with the company (or experience of using them - but the system looks good!)

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Tom! Look’s interesting👍

[@2ndPrize]

I really liked the downwind sail lecture. How do you feel about drifters?

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏 I love Code 0 and Parasail.

[@Abebe345]

Couldn't stop watching. Excellent camera work, sound and content. Yeoman job explaining and conveying all aspects of the crossing. Very curious what you think the speed would have been with the downwind sails? Think layout of Neel 51 looks ideal DT work and play, the way it rides and smoothness says a lot. I get there are people who want better finishes but the price seems good value. If you can keep speed in double digits with the right sails you are getting comfort and performance which is what makes this boat interesting to me. With satellite high speed coming, the sailing lifestyle may become more popular.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏🍻 I find finish nice. No need for better.

[@Abebe345]

@@IgorStropnik I agree. If need be, I can choose specific upgrades over time that mean a lot to me. With Starlink satellites on horizon, nothing stopping live aboard remote work. But aside from the great features, what kind of speed do you think you would have hit with the parasail or code zero sails. Not a sailor yet but Neel 51 opens my eyes.

[@IgorStropnik]

@@Abebe345 once you go over 10kn for extended time it gets less comfortable on this size boats. Cruising average of 7kn is the goal. Also fast sailing is hard on crew and takes energy and concentration.

[@Abebe345]

@@IgorStropnik More ultra marathon than sprint. Gives you time to look away. The high bench looks a nice place to spend time on watch.

[@IgorStropnik]

@@Abebe345 Bench is nice 👍

[@trhosking]

Do you lock the crew in the bilge? We haven't met them once.

[@IgorStropnik]

They preferred not to be on camera 🎥

[@00708046]

Hello Igor , I love your videos and your Borat accent/sence of humor. Great scenic footage great sailing teachings ! Canadian flag ? Is this a Canadian boat ? I really like the stern view video to show the water speed and waves condition . I feel like I'm on board .

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Stephen 🍻Yes 🇨🇦 boat.

[@janterjehalsen3324]

Have learned a lott from you! Thanks! Loved the bit about up to date safety equipment and keep the tips about sail trimming coming. Why go on a big cat or thri that doesent have a power sail and a code cero, given what you learned in the last year or so?

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🍻 big front sails are must have on these multihulls.

[@AikimaniacX]

Wondering what air temperatures are there on open sea during day when i see you in jacket. :-)

[@IgorStropnik]

Wind cools you down 🤷‍♂️

[@hokw8882]

Hi Igor, just want to say keep up the good work. i just bought a trimaran and hope to sail around the world in it one day. Learning a lot from your comments! Keep them coming! Where can I go to to find out more information about you ? just curious, like country of birth, life history etc. Thanks. :)

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🍻All I have is my webpage and instagram.

[@rickcreel3657]

I just found out that dolphins don't have nasal passages; can they detect odor I don't know, but interesting.

[@bonsai3547]

good. dont sail to far.

[@geru3003]

Hi Igor Did you ever been victim of pirates attack? Are there any areas you know beeing at risk of pirates in the Med?

[@IgorStropnik]

Europe med is very safe. Africa maybe not.

[@sashababich827]

Ako ti zatreba tijelo za drzat gvardiju, posalji mi poruku. Nastavi tako i sve najbolje u novoj!!!

[@IgorStropnik]

Hvala Sasha! Sretno 2022!

[@gregorziberna3654]

Srecnga pa zdravga :) super kanal zame zelo poucen , vecina kanalov ti samo kaze kako fino se imajo ,vsec mi je ker iskreno podas mnenje o plovilu in sicer da poves dejanske slabosti ,ki so meni osebno bolj pomembni podatki.....se naperej tako tudi v letu 2022 , lep pozdrav z gorenjske

[@IgorStropnik]

Hvala Gregor! Srecno! 🍻🍾

[@davidkilgore9212]

Can you single hand that trimaran?

[@IgorStropnik]

If needed yes.

[@unitedhomeless999]

Do you think only one motor is enough on a trimaran ?

[@IgorStropnik]

Good bowtruster well cooled or 2 engines but all depends from purpose of the boat

[@patrickdunne1150]

Hello from Chicago! I don't sail, have no idea how to but I watched the whole video. I just wished he had an Code Zero and a para sail even though I have no idea what they are!

[@IgorStropnik]

😃🍻

[@Ben-of6rp]

Do you prefer the trimaran over a Catamaran?

[@IgorStropnik]

Probably no.

[@unitedhomeless999]

I need someone like you to be part of this project...

[@IgorStropnik]

Tell me more about the project

[@oliverliddell613]

Hi Igor. So on hull 35 there will be a king size bed in the master state room, tall carbon fiber mast and boom, high modulus sails, 13.5 kw generator plus 9kw 24v alternator on the engine, 6 lithium ion batteries 48v 33kw, a ton of solar panels, 60,000 btu AC plus diesel heater, throttle at the nav station as well as the helm, toggle steering at nav station, extra freezer in cockpit, plus, plus. Over 61 years I have never been without a sailing boat and have Neel's top selling broker on my team. Upgrading the engine to 110hp was because of me. Actually I wanted 150hp but it was not possible. In any event I am really enjoying your channel. I wish you a safe passage and fair winds. The engine room is amazing. What hull number are you sailing on?

[@IgorStropnik]

Sounds cool! Don't know the hull number as I only sailed that boat for 1 month...just the crossing.

[@douglasmontgomery6315]

Oliver, Can you elaborate more on your build? I am a member of the Neel Forum and possibly seen your early post. I believe the shaft drive (V-Drive) was new for this year after hull #31. Are you working with Gregor? If you want to talk offline or another media/area...let me know. Thanks.

[@davidjames8560]

Great videos, so good for a novice sailor. I am 60 this year, I have no sailing experience but have my first lessons in March, a 5 day course. Once I have all my necessary certificates I will be buying a 40 foot sailing yacht to sail from cardigan Bay to the Greek Islands single handedly. I have looked at a couple of bavarias, but to be honest I don't know what to buy. What do you suggest Igor ??? Thanks for videos, keep up the good work. Regards David 👍😁

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks David🍻 Choosing perfect boat is like looking for perfect wife and only you will know when you find it.

[@davidjames8560]

@@IgorStropnik Oh no I'm doomed. My x wife took me under, I hope my new boat doesn't. 😩 🙃🤣

[@davidantill6949]

@@davidjames8560 have you looked at a Nyad? Ran Sailing ( nice channel to watch) have a beauty and a secondhand one might be perfect allowing you to adapt it to your personal taste.

[@gram.paka1001]

Hi David..can i suggest get some experienced crew on your maiden voyage and sites such as crewseekers etc will provide you with many options. It sounds like you have a boat lined up in Cardigan bay? I am based in Greece and now 3 years full time liveaboard here with Greek residency base on Kefalonia , Ionian islands. Happy to offer any advice re Greece etc but really try to find someone to join you on your first major trip. The bavaria / med boat thing is all subjective to med mooring ie stern too along with aft cockpit and cabin layout..most importantly they are not built for going across a serious ocean..if your staying in the med and not moving much in the winter they are a safe bet and re sale is good

[@gram.paka1001]

@@IgorStropnik skillful short reply Igor

[@8689dtw]

What wind forecast are you using. its satellite but you did not mention what forecasting system you were using?

[@IgorStropnik]

Wind predict

[@DarkSevariant]

Hello Igor! Do You Feel That a Trimaran, Moves With Waves, More Than a Catamaran? I've Noticed the Trimaran's Hull Is Lower in Water Than the Amas do. I Sense That the Boat Would Rock More Side to Side, Than a Catamaran. What Say You? Great Videos! When I Finally Purchase My Either catamaran or Trimaran, I Hope to Hire You Out, for a 6 Month Tour, and Learn Everything That You Know. ha..!

[@IgorStropnik]

Trimaran has more movement than Catamaran.

[@ahmetnevzatdogru5852]

Waiting ...

[@te0bald]

I really appreciate that you talk about the sailing it self and how to trim the sails etc. Really informative! More youtube-sailors should do the same! :) Really longing for my first crossing! Greatings from the cold lands of Sweden where my boat is on land at the moment so nice to watch you sail instead! Igor, are your other sailors camera shy? ;)

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🍻yes not fans of 🎥

[@michaelhastie7324]

Igor, nice to see the Canadian flag. The rocking of the Trimaran seems a little disconcerting regarding the chances of losing your breakfast, lunch and dinner.

[@IgorStropnik]

🙌🍻

[@mori2952]

Hola amigo Igor favor el subtitulo en ESPAÑOL no anda de la mitad del video para adelante agradecería si lo podes arreglar Yo fabrico catamaranes de aluminio en Argentina provincia de Entre Rios ciudad Parana y aprendemos mucho de tus navegadas felicitaciones por los videos gracias

[@IgorStropnik]

What kind of Catamarans do you build? Web page?

[@lucasdopandeiro]

how is the name of the table on minute 47:42. is that findable on he intrnet?

[@IgorStropnik]

From this book www.amazon.com/Celestial-Navigation-Complete-Course-Second/dp/0914025465

[@unitedhomeless999]

The furniture, the feeling... We are very far fril a Nautor Swan...

[@jamesaron1967]

Takes note: make sure to have parasail in sail inventory. Got it!

[@lordjoni187]

How about sunreef 80 is there any boat to buy?

[@IgorStropnik]

Haven’t sailed it yet. They look nice but probably slow when sailing.

[@alexisrobichaux3309]

Do you ever go fishing off of the boats? If I’m sailing that many days in a row I would want to try and catch some fish. If you do I would love videos on that!

[@IgorStropnik]

Sometimes Tuna and Mahimahi.

[@alexisrobichaux3309]

@@IgorStropnik next time you sail I would love to see that in action

[@VERTICALWisdom]

Hi Igor... Do you ever Captain a boat for an owner for months or a year?

[@IgorStropnik]

Not yet but probably will.

[@megamilyon6111]

Is piracy a concern sailing that route ?

[@IgorStropnik]

Maybe close to Africa.

[@stretch34318]

5.5sog with 8.5tws is really fast for a boat that size. I was expecting it to be faster in higher winds from what you were showing earlier in the trip. I think if you were more familiar with the boat and had some different sails to use, it would be a bit faster, more than 1knot. From others speculation, I'm surprised at you saying its very quiet during passage with no structure creaking. the seas aren't that high but it seems like the boat is very stable, not leaning or bouncing much.

[@IgorStropnik]

We where overloaded. It’s weight sensitive boat. Empty would be much faster. Very quiet boat.

[@MetalMike50]

What brand/type of sextant do you have?

[@IgorStropnik]

Davis mark 25

[@ribamarcutrim970]

Como eu faço parar conseguir uma vaga aí nesse barco

[@The442nd]

Is this your neel 51?

[@IgorStropnik]

No

[@maciekwisniewski548]

Are you on this boat alone?

[@IgorStropnik]

No

[@j_rainsgoat3929]

Take a shot everytime he says Lagoon! He said it at least 30 times. 😊

[@IgorStropnik]

😀🍻

[@antoniocruz8083]

Doing 6kts on 12kts following wind is very good but doing 7-8kts with 22kts wind is not impressive at all. Just about any boat can do that. Either you were conservative on the sail area or the mainsail was not enough perpendicular to the wind. Impressive is the easy motion of the boat. But a thing of concern would be a big following wave invading the cabin of even breaking the big glass door. Anyways, I really enjoyed the explanations about the radar, AIS and the sextant. Keep it up.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Antonio 🍻

[@unitedhomeless999]

So I'm going to order a oneoff. 65/75" perfect mix between a Rapido a d a Swan. The shipyard :JFA...

[@allenwinston9225]

Like to hear your progress with your project. Keep us posted. Thank you

[@tomriley5790]

One thing you haven't mentioned in terms of perfomance multihulls - Dazcat, not that far from France might be worth a look...

[@unitedhomeless999]

@@tomriley5790 honestly, i hate everything ciming frim England. This people killed Jeanne d'Arc. And nit even European aby more...

[@daveleclair9201]

Hi, is that a Canadian flag on the back of boat

[@IgorStropnik]

Yes 🇨🇦

[@WarrenLongCanada]

I noticed the Canadian flag as well. But I noticed that you didn't answer the implied question! 😏

[@moleisrich1]

Love it

[@IgorStropnik]

🙌👍

[@4toes1nose]

Thank you

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🍻

[@lucasdopandeiro]

what camera are you using? awesome quality!

[@IgorStropnik]

Dji pocket 2

[@classicalmusicandscenicrel1030]

Pozdrav Igore i hvala na videima... :) Zelim da kupim katamaran silent yacht , znaci onaj bez jedara na solarnu energiju ... E sad ne kontam da li mi je potrebna ikakva dozvola, koja ? Hvala I Srecna Nova Godina !!!

[@IgorStropnik]

Izgleda super! Jedino jarbol fali 😀 Yachtmaster A ili RYA yachtmaster. Sretno 🍻☃️🎄

[@johnmayer3433]

Pretty nice and educating video but why don't you ever show the rest of the crew ??

[@IgorStropnik]

They don’t like camera 🎥

[@unitedhomeless999]

I want to buy one, but the quality seels really low...

[@jamesaron1967]

In what respect? I really like its unparalleled layout, space for the price and sailing characteristics. I haven't seen anything that compares which doesn't cost several times more. If you mean high quality wood, stone and other expensive material finishing, that sort of luxury adds a lot of weight and cost.

[@unitedhomeless999]

@@jamesaron1967 I'm talking about the quality of the materials. The cupboard doors, the trim, the interior finish of the hulls ... An HH or a Gunboat pay great attention to the weight if they are better finished. But I want a trimaran. So I contacted JFA and MConaghi to see if they can build my trimaran. Otherwise, there is the Marsaudon Composites option if I am having an all carbon boat built ...

[@jamesaron1967]

@@unitedhomeless999 All the builders you mentioned manufacturer excellent yachts. I especially love the HH and Gunboat lines. I agree that the fit & finish on these boats is superior and weight is not that high but they are expensive. Having an all-carbon boat will yield weight savings in spades but it's in another league in terms of cost. Not really a fair comparison. Although I'm far from being an expert on yacht construction, another aspect to design in regards to weight savings might be the number of hulls. Wouldn't catamarans with their two hulls be easier to build light compared to the triple hulls of trimarans? Maybe Neel has more of an uphill battle to curb weight, no pun intended. If that is indeed the case, the cat builders can spec nicer heavier materials if they only need to worry about adding weight to two hulls instead of three. I could be wrong about that, just some random thoughts.