Atlantic Dinghy 2026
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Optimal Wayfarer dinghy's performance across various wind conditions with these sail area guidelines, tailored for safety and control during the North Atlantic Crossing. The Wayfarer uses a mainsail (8.83 m²), jib/genoa (2.78 m²), spinnaker (13.5 m²), or trysail for storm conditions.
The Sails and the Wind
| Wind Speed (knots) | Sail Configuration | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 12 | Full sail (mainsail + jib) | Optimal for performance in light winds. |
| 12 to 25 | Full sail for upwind/reaching; jib alone for downwind above 15 knots | Reduces risk of "death roll" downwind. |
| 20 and above | Trysail on all points of sail | Smaller sail area for better control. |
| 30 and above | W-trysail with no foresail | Storm sail for extreme conditions. |
Beaufort Scale
| Force | Wind Speed (mph) | Wind Speed (km/h) | Wind Speed (knots) | Description | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | <1 | <1 | <1 | Calm | Lake mirror |
| 1 | 1-3 | 1-5 | 1-3 | Light air | Ripples |
| 2 | 4-7 | 6-11 | 4-6 | Light breeze | Small wavelets |
| 3 | 8-12 | 12-19 | 7-10 | Gentle breeze | Large wavelets |
| 4 | 13-18 | 20-28 | 11-16 | Moderate breeze | Small waves |
| 5 | 19-24 | 29-38 | 17-21 | Fresh breeze | Moderate waves |
| 6 | 25-31 | 39-49 | 22-27 | Strong breeze | Large waves |
| 7 | 32-38 | 50-61 | 28-33 | Moderate gale | Sea heaps up |
| 8 | 39-46 | 62-74 | 34-40 | Fresh gale | Moderately high waves |
| 9 | 47-54 | 75-88 | 41-47 | Strong gale | High waves |
| 10 | 55-63 | 89-102 | 48-55 | Whole gale | Very high waves |
| 11 | 64-72 | 103-117 | 56-63 | Storm | Exceptionally high waves |
| 12 | >73 | >118 | >64 | Hurricane | Sea completely white |
Useful Links
Wayfarer Dinghy
Learn about the Wayfarer dinghy, a versatile 16ft sailing dinghy designed by Ian Proctor, ideal for cruising and racing.
Weather Forecasts
Access real-time weather data and forecasts to plan your sailing route across the North Atlantic.
Tide Predictions
Check tide times and currents for safe navigation near Scotland and Iceland.
Navigation Tools
Use digital navigation tools and charts to plan your route and stay on course.
Safety Resources
Ensure safety with guidelines and equipment recommendations for open-water sailing.
Sailing Communities
Connect with other sailors and Wayfarer enthusiasts for advice and support.
Oceanographic Data
Access data on North Atlantic currents, sea state, and climate for informed route planning.
Maritime History
Explore the rich history of North Atlantic voyages, inspiring adventures like this crossing.
Sailing Calculator for Monohull Boats
Calculate key performance and stability metrics for your sailing boat.
Equipment Suppliers
Explore trusted suppliers that provide high-quality marine equipment, covering boat setup, safety, navigation, and more.
Boat Setup & Rigging
Manufacturers
Hartley Boats - Manufacturer of Wayfarer dinghies with durable construction.
Harken - High-quality rigging hardware, including shackles and halyards.
Ronstan - Marine-grade ropes and rigging accessories.
Lewmar - Anchors and ground tackle for secure mooring.
Allen Brothers - Precision dinghy fittings and blocks.
Velocitek - Sailboat mounting systems for equipment.
Spinlock - Deck hardware and rope clutches.
UK Suppliers/Retailers
Performance Rigging - Yacht rigging specialists in Hamble.
RIGIT UK - Superior yacht masts and rigging services.
Jimmy Green Marine - Re-rigging and standing rigging replacements.
Marine Super Store - Wide range of sailing equipment.
Seaware - Marine equipment and fastenings.
Norfolk Marine - Over 35,000 marine products.
Safety & Emergency Equipment
Manufacturers
Crewsaver - Personal flotation devices and lifejackets.
Ocean Signal - EPIRBs, PLBs, and AIS transponders.
ICOM - Waterproof VHF marine radios with DSC/GPS.
Seago - Distress flares, life rafts, and radar reflectors.
ACR Artex - EPIRBs, PLBs, and strobe lights.
McMurdo - AIS beacons and emergency beacons.
Spinlock - High-performance lifejackets and tethers.
Weems & Plath - Strobe lights and fog horns.
Survitec - Compact life rafts and survival suits.
UK Suppliers/Retailers
Suffolk Marine Safety - Liferaft servicing and safety equipment.
ADEC Marine - Marine safety equipment since 1965.
Ocean Safety - Industry-leading marine safety products.
Marine Super Store - Full range of safety supplies.
Jimmy Green Marine - Safety equipment from top brands.
Marine Safety Supplies - Lifejackets, liferafts, and nets.
Navigation & Communication
Manufacturers
Garmin - Waterproof GPS/chartplotters and communication devices.
Raymarine - Chartplotters, depth sounders, and VHF radios.
Garmin InReach - Satellite communicators for tracking.
Steiner - Waterproof marine binoculars.
Standard Horizon - VHF radios with GPS.
B&G - Advanced chartplotters and sailing instruments.
Furuno - Marine radar and GPS systems.
Celestial Navigation - Nautical almanacs and sextants.
UK Suppliers/Retailers
The Binnacle - Magnetic compasses and charts.
Marine Super Store - Navigation and communication equipment.
Seaware - Marine navigation tools.
Norfolk Marine - Extensive navigation equipment.
Technical Marine Supplies - Technical navigation products.
Shelter & Camping Gear
Manufacturers
MSR - Lightweight tents and camping stoves.
Sea to Summit - Waterproof groundsheets and dry bags.
Big Agnes - Lightweight tents and sleeping pads.
Jetboil - Compact camping stoves.
Therm-a-Rest - Lightweight sleeping pads and bivvys.
Nemo Equipment - Ultralight tents and tarps.
Primus - Compact marine stoves.
UK Suppliers/Retailers
GO Outdoors - Wide range of camping gear.
Cotswold Outdoor - Lightweight camping equipment.
Tiso - Camping gear from top brands.
Food & Water
Manufacturers
Mountain House - Freeze-dried meals for expeditions.
Katadyn - Water purification filters and makers.
Nalgene - Durable water containers.
Backpacker’s Pantry - Dehydrated meals.
LifeStraw - Portable water filters.
Adventure Food - High-calorie freeze-dried meals.
Sawyer Products - Portable water filtration systems.
Platypus - Collapsible water containers.
UK Suppliers/Retailers
Expedition Foods - High-energy freeze-dried meals.
Outdoor Food Shop - Freeze-dried and dehydrated meals.
Base Camp Food - Expedition food and water purification.
Clothing & Personal Gear
Manufacturers
Musto - Waterproof jackets and sailing gloves.
Gill Marine - Quick-drying clothing and wetsuits.
Helly Hansen - Warm layers and drysuits.
Patagonia - Durable, quick-drying layers.
Dubarry - High-performance sailing boots.
Henri Lloyd - Premium waterproof sailing apparel.
Zhik - High-performance wetsuits and gloves.
Columbia - Quick-drying UV-protective clothing.
UK Suppliers/Retailers
Force 4 Chandlery - Wide range of marine clothing.
Marine Super Store - Marine apparel and footwear.
Andark - Sailing clothing and wetsuits.
Tools & Spares
Manufacturers
Leatherman - Multi-tools with marlinspikes.
West Marine - Spare shackles and repair materials.
3M - Duct tape and sail repair tape.
Gerber - Multi-tools for marine repairs.
Wichard - High-strength shackles and fasteners.
Dometic - Marine-grade repair kits.
Sailrite - Sail repair kits and sewing materials.
Ancor - Marine-grade electrical connectors.
UK Suppliers/Retailers
Jimmy Green Marine - Marine repair tools and spares.
Seaware - Marine-grade tools and fasteners.
Norfolk Marine - Repair materials and tools.
Power & Electronics
Manufacturers
Custom Marine Products - High-efficiency marine solar panels.
Goal Zero - Portable solar panels and cases.
Renogy - Compact solar panels for electronics.
Bioenno Power - Lightweight solar chargers.
Victron Energy - Solar charge controllers.
Anker - Rugged power banks.
EcoFlow - Portable solar power stations.
UK Suppliers/Retailers
Marine Super Store - Marine electronics and power solutions.
Force 4 Chandlery - Solar panels and power accessories.
Norfolk Marine - Marine electronics and chargers.
Miscellaneous
Manufacturers
UK Suppliers/Retailers
Wex Photo Video - Action cameras and cases.
Jimmy Green Marine - Waterproof bags and accessories.
Marine Super Store - Miscellaneous marine gear.
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