Remember that
hull design is one of the least important factors as to whether you will DIE
offshore. More important:
1. Avoid storms - Have a primary and backup system to receive
weather reports. Never let schedule be prioritized over
weather. Don't leave harbor if you have any question. Don't leave harbor if the locals are staying put.
2. Don't fall
overboard - Harness jack lines should not let you get over the
lifelines. Configure sail controls to keep you in the
safety of the
cockpit in heavy weather.
3. Don't broach in a storm - practice setting up your
boat to forereach or heave to (your's won't heave to). Have a
drogue,
sea anchor or perhaps best a Jordan
drogue
4: Storm flooding - replace, reinforce or carry storm covers for all
cabin openings - hatches,
companionway, large
ports
5. Breakdown: Replace any "life critical" systems that might look OK but have reached a conservative
service life -
keel bolts,
steering gear, standing
rigging, chain plates,
sails, halyards, spreaders, below waterline hoses, house
batteries,
alternator,
engine starter. Clean
fuel tank and install dual switchable
fuel filter. Test
emergency steering system under sail.
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