Sally Lightfoot

This month’s prize is Tania Aebi’s ‘Solo‘. At the age of 18 she set sail for a world circumnavigation, at the time by far the youngest girl ever to try such a long voyage. The book has been choosen in light of 14 year old Laura Dekker’s intended two year world cruise.

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Well before Long Tall Sally’s commissioning her five year itinerary will be set in an sailing schedule. The ship’s captain will draft this schedule, bearing in mind the owners whishes. He will also have to take into account sailing seasons, delivery trips, early arrivals due to planning safety margins, best ports to change crew and guests, and best options [...]

With an overall length of 33 meters, Long Tall Sally will be a special yacht. A sturdy, no-nonsense yacht designed for long voyages. With a well formed and uncompromised rig. Below decks, a fully outfitted accommodation that will ensure a comfortable stay on board.
Long Tall Sally is a design (by Dykstra & Partners) based on [...]

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