South Atlantic S 440 windvane self-steering - Downwind sailing offshore
Detailed view of the South Atlantic S 500 sailing offshore
South Atlantic S 500 sailing downwind
The South Atlantic S 500 combines an efficient self-steering system with an emergency auxiliary rudder, offering a complete solution for ocean passage-making. This video shows its performance in open waters and its ability to keep the vessel reliably on course, even during long passages and in changing wind and sea conditions.
Video transcript
The South Atlantic S 500 is shown sailing downwind in open-ocean conditions, combining an efficient self-steering system with a powerful auxiliary rudder. The video highlights course stability, sail balance and the vessel's behaviour in changing wind and sea conditions, demonstrating the reliability of the system during offshore sailing and long ocean passages.