Crew requirements for sailing a ketch
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When sailing a traditional twin mast ketch, what are the recommended crew requirements?
Let's assume the following for simplicity:
- Captain has 6-pack maritime license.
- Captain and passengers total 5 people.
- Crew has 1-2 years sailing experience.
- Sailing within 20 miles of shore, not in commercial shipping lane.
- Boat bow to stern is 45 feet.
- Prevailing wind is 10-15 knots, seas 4-5 feet at the bell.
- Visibility is 5 nautical miles.
What are the responsibilities of each crew member?
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Every boat is different, and every crew is different. There is no set standard. Some people go single-handed on a ketch, some have fairly large crew. Bernard Moitessier used to sail a 39-foot ketch single-handed and with his wife.
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