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WATER TIGHT COLLISION
BULKHEAD-- FOR EXTRA PROTECTION IN CASE OF
COLLISION, NOTHING BEATS THIS BULKHEAD. |
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Although not a common occurrence, collisions with submerged or floating
objects are not unheard of. Caliber believes that any serious offshore
yacht should have additional protection in case of this event. So a
Water Tight Collision Bulkhead (Pocket on 35 model) is heavily taped in
place. In case of damage to the bow, this bulkhead may help keep
seawater confined to the area forward of this partition. It’s one of the
most significant features that make a Caliber ready for serious offshore
cruising. |
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Water Tight
Collision Bulkhead |
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From “Safety Preparations for Cruising” by
Jeremy R. Hood |
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“The most likely cause for a vessel to sink is a collision, and the most
likely area on the boat to be damaged is the bow. For this reason, many
serious ocean-cruising yachts are built with a watertight bulkhead
toward the bow. ” |
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From “Defining the Offshore Vessel” by
Ocean Voyager magazine |
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“Since damage and holing to sailboats most often occur in forward areas,
resulting often from collisions with submerged or floating objects, a
forward collision bulkhead is a good feature. [...] manufacturers of
some fiberglass vessels are also beginning to mold in watertight
bulkheads. This may be one of the most significant factors in what makes
a vessel ready for an open-sea voyage for modern seafarers.” |