We chartered a Moorings 4500 earlier this spring. This is a great boat and we had fun but here are some observations.
For this boat it was impossible to see the bow mooring crew from the helm station unless they were standing. So a signaler is absolutely necessary (someone fairly calm helps)!
We had some lovely sailing to Anegada and from there to JVD.
On our charter I don’t recall ever going to the mast for reefing. All lines came back to the helm station and an assistant there was helpful.
I always lean against the wheel when using the throttles for maneuvering.
I am learning from this thread about dinghy usage - thanks!
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