The Silent Yacht 62 Trans-Atlantic Voyage From Gibraltar to Antigua
Last spring BoatTEST tested the Silent Yacht 62 in the Bahamas and told the world about this remarkable solar-powered catamaran that was ready for ocean cruising. Now, she is on her way across the Atlantic using both solar – and wind – to propel this 65,000 lb. boat across the Atlantic.
We invite you to follow her progress and get the flavor for what voyaging on a solar-powered boat is like. Go to SilentAtlantic.com.
Find out all about the Silent Yacht 62 as Capt. Boomies tests the boat and gives us a deep dive into the solar power and hybrid electric motor system that gives here virtually unlimited range. See the BoatTEST videos.
Sun Plus Kite Equals More Power
Silent Yachts is all about renewable energy – and FREE Power! – and that includes wind power. Just as mariners for centuries have been making use of the Trade Winds to easy their voyage to the New World, so, too, is the Silent Yacht 62 harnessing wind to make her way west. This video explains how flying a kite can help propel the 62 at from 5 to 6 knots, helping to keep the battery draw almost Zero.
Capt. Boomies Tracks the Voyage
Thanks to satellite communication, BoatTEST’s Capt. Boomies is in touch with Capt. Steve Bell, skipper of the Silent Yachts 62, to chronicle the trans-Atlantic trip. Be sure to get her incisive – and fun! – commentary about all of the details of the voyage. Follow her as she follows the yacht across blue water and discovers crewing and the life aboard going TA. See her here...