Comments on: A Late West To East Atlantic Crossing

By: jesus

jesus — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 00:25:46 +0000

This boat is not suited for the passage at this time of the year. Do not attempt to do this. First use it coastaly, then refit it completely with strong gear. Buy the best. Be prepared. I have done this cruising 3 times and have talked to people doing it out of season. Very bad stories, broken masts, etc.
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By: The Real Story on the MacGregor 65

The Real Story on the MacGregor 65 — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 22:07:39 +0000

[...] A late west to east Atlantic Crossing [...]

By: Julian

Julian — Wed, 12 May 2010 11:29:12 +0000

I too aren’t all that familiar with the MacGregor 65.

I don’t doubt that an experienced sailor could get the boat across the pond, even in a nasty storm. Sure, the boat might get bounced around a fair bit, or a rogue wave may possibly turn it upside down and break its mast (that’s the gamble you take crossing the Atlantic at that time of year in a big, light boat).

But at the end of the day, the questioner would probably get his new boat across and then enjoy a long and comfortable time coastal cruising in her.

By: Westbrook

Westbrook — Mon, 10 May 2010 16:48:21 +0000

I know nada about the MacGregor 65′, other than she has a good Scotch name and her picture looks lovely.

But, I have bought (at different times) two used cruising sailboats. My experiences suggest a significant shakedown cruise before attempting an Atlantic Crossing. Plus time to acquire the safety gear and do the refitting that John recommends.

By: John

John — Sun, 09 May 2010 17:58:08 +0000

The questioner has written directly to us indicating that he thinks I was too negative about the MacGregor 65′s suitability for this passage. I would be the first to admit that I’m no expert on the boat.

Does anyone else have any insights into the boat or general thoughts on this question and my answer that might help the questioner make a good decision? If so, please leave a comment.