Anybody here sail on a Whitby 55'
Ketch? I am looking for how you felt about it. I understand it is a old heavy cruising
boat, not a modern cruiser/racer, but it does seem to have a tall
mast and carry a lot of sail area.
How does she sail in 15 knots apparent on the beam? When does she need to be reefed? Difficult to pole out the
genoa with such a large sail? Ever been in a blow on her? How about steerage in a marina and backing up? Do the typical bow thrusters
work well on it?