Pelagic 77 'Vinson of Antarctica' launched at KM Yachtbuilders

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On a Monday morning in February 2021, the Pelagic 77 was launched at the KM Yachtbuilders yard. Her official name will be Vinson of Antarctica and she will be added to the charter fleet of Skip Novak. But, the yacht will also be used as an educational tool to learn children from Chile to sail and to provide a location for students, guests and scientists to learn more about sailing, the ocean, marine life, etc. Designed by Tony Castro and built by KM Yachtbuilders she is a strong, sturdy and though lady who will keep her guests and crew safe and comfortable while making journeys in high latitudes. Video by Guy Fleury Photography.

Many have replied about the rudders and draft of the keel, please see below:
There is a centerboard inside the stub keel, which is retracted in the video, thus not shown. The draft is 2.15-4.30m.
Please read Skip Novak's reply about the rudder concerns here:
"We must acknowledge that this vessel is more multi-purpose (sail training and general charter and owner’s use) than Pelagic Australis which is purely dedicated to high latitudes. Having said that VOA can certainly navigate in the same areas as PA both north and south, but using a bit more care with the situations she finds herself in. Mainly, not having a fully lifting keel is a big factor in this regard.
Yes, the rudders are not protected by a skeg. But this is not a problem in motoring through brash ice with care. And note the rudders are close to the center line, unlike some yachts with twin rudders breaking the waterline, which clearly would not be acceptable. But can we become frozen in for the winter with this arrangement? – No. That was never in the planning.
We have never had the need for propeller protection. In fact, I don’t believe in it as if you ‘cage’ the prop, ice can actually get stuck in the cage rather than float up and away from the propeller."

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