Launch Day!!!

Launching Rodeos was an amazing experience - Said a few prayers at about this time!!

Balance launches new catamarans from the Royal Cape Yacht Club in Cape Town. After an early morning trailer ride from the factory to the Yacht Club, Rodeless was hoisted and set gently into the water. We were very anxious for this moment and talked with the launch team about the crane and strap loads just to double confirm that everything had been checked. This is the 1st 482 that had been launched with full fuel and water tanks. [just my tech-head worrying that all calls had been done]. After that, I said a few prayers for the safety of the team and the boat - felt better then!!

Happy - Happy!!

The mast was then stepped, while we had breakfast on the RCYC terrace. And yes-I did put a coin under the mast! Then we took a short ride around to the V&A Marina, where Rodeless will undergo final commissioning before we take ownership.

This was a great day with a few celebrations - but still work to do before starting the real adventure.