Staying Warm and Swift: The Secrets to Winter Cruise Speed
When the mercury dips, yachtsmen and motorboat enthusiasts alike often have to make a difficult choice. Warmth or performance? Winter cruising brings with it an icy, cutting air that makes swift sailing a significant challenge. But what if you could have the best of both worlds - comfortably heated navigation with the impressive agility of summer cruises?
Harmonising toasty comfort with icy sea speed entails more than just throwing on an extra jumper. It’s about understanding the science of cold air resistance, manipulating your boat’s alignment to cut through frigid winds, and being avant-garde in your wintry wardrobe choices.
Cold winter air can thicken, making it more challenging for your vessel to push through. Knowing how to adjust your alignment can drastically improve your speed performance, enabling you to maintain your pace, even in chilly climates.
The goal is not just about pushing the speedometer. Rather, it is about maintaining efficiency and comfort, taking winter cruising to a level where shivering is optional, and exhilarating speed isn’t compromised by the teeth-chattering cold. So, lay back, deck-out in the right attire and glide through the icy seas with maintained speed and warmth.
- •Stay Warm, Stay Fast sail-world.com07-03-2025