Our Bug-Out Boat and the Choices We Made (Part 2)

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3 years 5 months ago #815 by The_Captain
Our Bug-Out Boat and the Choices We Made (Part 2) was created by The_Captain
Masts & Sails
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Here is Part 2 of Our Bug-Out Boat and the Choices We Made

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Part 1 contains:

  • Motorboat or Sailboat
  • Monohull or Multihull
  • Hull Length
  • Saildrive versus Direct Drive
  • Fixed, Folding & Feathering. Choosing the Right Propeller
  • Diesel Engines or Electric Motors
  • Electrical Power
  • Water

Part 2 contains:

  • Masts & Sails
  • Anchors
  • Engine Location
  • Galley
  • Tenders (dinghies)
  • AIS
  • Hull material. Wood, steel, aluminum or plastic
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1 day 23 hours ago #816 by CaldwellVoyager
Replied by CaldwellVoyager on topic Our Bug-Out Boat and the Choices We Made (Part 2)
Great insights in this article! I love how you broke down the choices for masts and sails—definitely something I’ve been pondering. The idea of a staysail schooner makes a lot of sense for a bug-out situation; smaller sails are much easier to manage when the winds pick up, or when you’re solo.

Also, your take on anchors is spot on. Having a twin anchor system sounds like a lifesaver, especially after hearing about your past experiences. I’ve seen too many folks struggle when their windlass fails.

As for hull materials, I lean towards GRP too. It's just more pragmatic for a post-disaster world. Easy to repair and less maintenance fuss means more time sailing and less time worrying.

Thanks for sharing your journey and practical choices—this is exactly the kind of info that helps us all weather any storm! 🌊

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