Typically, Ray would spend a day briefing his crew about the boat, however, because of their delayed arrival and Ray and Bob's desire to get started while the forecast was good, they set sail at 5:15 P.M. on the 26th, immediately after Karen and Susan arrived. Nice boat, pray for high tide! Conclusion. Because this weather was from two systems, the waves were confused. October 1991 The inflatable came along side Satori and passed over three immersion suits. Apr 27, 2014 - Satori (Westsail 32), survived the 'Perfect Storm' That much wind on any SL boat (Trudeaus included) and you are asking for a spinning knockdown or worse. The orange waterproof bag of personal belongings, which had been torn off in the evacuation, was still on the deck. Ray was tired after three days of heavy weather and the water rescue; he slept during the helicopter ride to Cape Cod Ray. This day they were lucky and located her once again. The captain explained that there was no need for a rescue and that Satori had been through this before and would ride out this storm. While setting the storm jib was "doing something" and might help calm the crew, it didn't improve the bumpiness of the ride below. Westsail is a classic yacht builder in the boating world. Saved by Mat Robillard. The weather forecast predicted 15 to 20 knot winds out of the north-northeast, ideal winds for the passage to Bermuda. Selah has been in Captain Harbor's family for over 40 years. As water accumulates from heavy seas or rain, the water runs down the side decks, hits the large scuppers and flows overboard. They began to insist that they call the Coast Guard for a rescue. The next day he set out for yet another small coastal airport and hired another plane. In the early years, often … $37,500 (Sale Pending) Seller Norton's Yacht Sales, Inc. 20. The most immediate impact, of course, was on the 800-plus owners of the boats built. After the "Perfect Storm." After the "Perfect Storm." Pre-owned 1975 Westsail 32' cruising sailboat (669 hrs) for sale in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The inflatable crew did not heed his warning and sustained a puncture. Nice boat, pray for high tide! "Westsail the world" was the advertising mantra, oozing adventure in far away places. How. She is a short masted, heavy displacement rig. Boat Review by BoatUS. Randy "The Westsail 32 had a tremendous impact on the cruising world, and on the boating industry. So if you need to get home at a walking pace, it's a reasonable choice. In the years that followed became a Coast Guard certified captain, earning his 100-Ton Masters license in 1988. Westsail Cutter. During this knockdown the life raft was torn from its deck mount. I've never hove Mico to in winds and seas like these but I have in 40 knots or so. This listing is no longer available. They flew all day and again could not locate the boat. The newly rigged Satori was in top running condition when they left the harbor. As would be expected, rig dimensions, ballast material and other details vary. Westsail 32. Thread: "Heavy Weather Tactics On W32" ... Would add that you should check out our page under the Member's Websites for the real story of Satori in the Perfect Storm. Once more he hired a fast boat and went back out and couldn't find her. Fortunately, Satori has never seen such difficult conditions. Designed by Bill Crealock as a heavy displacement double ender for long distance cruising, this boat is the epitome of seaworthiness; built strong and heavy with huge interior volume. 1; 2; He made several boat deliveries along the United States East Coast, usually with a volunteer crew. Destiny has graced me with a beautiful boat - a 1976 Westsail 32. The weather forecast from NOAH predicted a northeaster and accompanying winds of approximately 30 knots. During the travel to Nantucket, the crew would be on deck and risking injury from a boarding wave. Saved by Mat Robillard. - page 1 Within hours a Coast Guard Falcon jet flew overhead and called the Satori on the short range VHF radio. The crew of Tam1 had not made it back to the Tamaroa because of the punctured pontoon and the rough seas. If there's something to be learned from this experience, it is appreciation for the help you get when you need it most. So he returned at dark after being bounced around on six foot seas on Sea Tow's twenty-four foot fiberglass motorboat, Shamrock. Satori was between two weather patterns waiting for them to pass. Restoration She was having a hard time finding a comfortable position. Pros for the Westsail - a much more popular boat around here, parts are available, a bit more space inside, cutter rig. The westsail 32 tracks very very well! Time Magazine, June 18, 1973 (ZIP archive) Knowing that he was turning over all responsibility to the Coast Guard, Ray opened the liquor locker and toasted a farewell to Satori, tucked his prized bottle of Gossling's Bermuda rum into his foul weather jumper, and then proceeded back on deck. 26'2' Catalina Capri 26 San Diego, California Asking $18,500. Her "double ender" design originates from Norwegian pilot boats of the 1800's that braved the treacherous conditions of the North Sea. On Wednesday he hired a special ocean surface search aircraft equipped with down seeking radar, and a GPS. While everyone was below lashed into their bunks, a wave came onto the starboard side and rolled the boat over. Beginning in 1972, he was hired to supervise the construction of the Westsail 32 sailboats, and did that for over two years. All true. Kirk has offered to warehouse, order and ship the orders. Westsail 32. The force of the water had bent the dodger, the cover for the cockpit. Owners Stories . 773-830-3730 × Advertisement. The freighter understood the message to be a Mayday call, when in fact Karen was only supposed to convey the boat's position. Saved from svdrifter.net. And it was given to me by the owner for a transaction cost of only $100. 28. In 1972 Ray sold that sloop and in 1974 bought Satori, a new Westsail 32. The two women remained below as the seas built to twelve feet. Ray unfastened it and stored it below. 26'2' Catalina Capri 26 San Diego, California Asking $18,500. Having failed to remove Satori's captain and crew by sea, the Coast Guard now looked to the skies. Too much keel and the boat will get caught in the waves and tend toward knockdowns. Westsail Looking Forward. Secure in his berth with the boat ahull, Ray felt comfortable that the vessel would ride out the storm. Saved from svdrifter.net. Satori and I have been busy. Locate Westsail boat dealers and find your boat at Boat Trader! These miscommunications and the frightened voices of the crew probably caused the Coast Guard to decide that everyone must be evacuated. When the boat was built Ray requested heavy rigging to be certain that Satori could handle more severe storms. Which. The boat was knocked down in a storm that absorbed Hurricane Grace and another no-name storm becoming, “the storm of the century”. Lying Ahull 32' Westsail Westsail 32 Fort Pierce, Florida Asking $15,000. He continues to work various jobs: as interim president of a college, helping design a series of kayak trails along the Maine coast, as a deck hand on a research vessel, and consulting for environmental groups. This style of vessel was originally used to bring a harbor pilot out to meet a large cargo schooner during the late 1800's. There is an excellent article that documents the account which led to the abandonment of Satori. Coined, “The Perfect Storm”, a popular novel included Satori and Captain Ray Leonard. Karen and Susan were commercial artists using their skills to market the Institute and recruit volunteers. View 129 photos, features and a detailed description. They were standing in the cabin rather than secure in their bunks where they would be much safer and where he had asked them to remain. Westsail History. When he returned below, Ray and the crew stowed the few items that had come loose again. All Words . The message to the freighter was in a tone of panic. The Westsail 32 is a heavy-displacement sailboat designed for ultimate seaworthiness. US$25,000 * 32 ft / 1973. 47' Choey Lee Offshore Oxnard, California Asking $79,000. S/V Drifter: Westsail 32 A boat, a dream and a plan "Twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do, than by the things you did do. Restoration Westsail 32 Satori close hauled while sailing back to Seattle from Poulsbo. The boat will lie beam to the waves and will roll. His boat could then be prohibited from entering American ports. Sale of Sailboats reference 54975 Contact. Thread: "Heavy Weather Tactics On W32" 12,268 posts on 2,444 threads • From Mar 07, 2004 - Jan 08, 2012. Restoring a Sunken Westsail 32 Sunday, December 5, 2010. The 32's seakeeping abilities, strong construction, and reputation for safe passages is nearly unmatched. Kendall (Westsail) 32, 1984 Mona is a well found, well maintained cruising boat of traditional design. The boat survived the storm without her crew and landed on the beach at Assateague. The navigation and communication equipment includes a GPS (Global Positioning System), a SatNav (Satellite Navigation), two VHF (Very High Frequency) radios, a SSB (Single Side Band) radio, and three EPIRBs (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons). Part of the difficulty with locating Satori was that the planes Ray hired did not have sophisticated navigational equipment. 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