This opportunity was posted on April 8, 2026

[ active ] ARC 2026 Campaign (UK to Caribbean) United Kingdom to United Kingdom ref 15888

wants 1 crew for Maui 4, Moody 44, m.

From Saint Peter Port, United Kingdom to Saint Peter Port, United Kingdom.

August 2026 to December 2026.

Crew Wanted – ARC 2026 Campaign (UK to Caribbean) Looking for committed crew to join an offshore passage from the Channel Islands to the Caribbean, finishing with the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) with myself and my partner on our moody 44. πŸ“ Departure: Guernsey – 23 August 2026 🏁 Finish: Saint Lucia – December 2026 Passage Overview (indicative dates) β€’ Leg 1 (no crew needed) Guernsey β†’ Brittany (France) 23–27 August Coastal shake-down and Schengen entry β€’ Leg 2 (1–2 crew) Brittany β†’ North Spain (Bay of Biscay crossing) ~28 August – 2 September (weather dependent) 300–400 NM / 2–3 days offshore β€’ Leg 3 (2–3 crew) North Spain β†’ Portugal β†’ Madeira Early–late September Coastal cruising followed by ~600 NM offshore passage (5–7 days) Primary ARC crew selection during this phase β€’ Leg 4 (2–3 crew) Madeira β†’ Las Palmas (Canaries) Early–mid October (~2–3 days offshore) β€’ Arrival Las Palmas: ~20–25 October β€’ Leg 5 – ARC Crossing Las Palmas β†’ Saint Lucia (~2700 NM) Departure: 22 November 2026 Built-in weather windows and stopovers throughout. ARC Timeline (Las Palmas) β€’ 10 November – ARC registration & safety checks begin β€’ 15 November – Latest boat arrival deadline β€’ 21 November – Skippers’ briefing β€’ 22 November – Start of ARC crossing About the Skipper & Approach This will be my first Atlantic crossing as skipper β€” approached with detailed planning, conservative decision-making, and a strong focus on safety and seamanship. This is not a β€œwing it” trip. Expect structured watch systems, disciplined passage routines, and a boat prepared properly for offshore work. Boat β€’ Moody 44 – well-equipped offshore cruiser β€’ Currently ashore undergoing maintenance and upgrades β€’ Full safety inspection completed prior to ARC

What roles/experience are needed (Crew 1): does not matter

Sailing with a Rally: ARC – Atlantic Rally for Cruisers

I'm looking for (gender): either

Cabins/Sleeping : own cabin-own bunk

Smoking on board: smoking allowed

Total people on board: 5

Crew roles: Crew I’m Looking For β€’ Reliable, calm, and easy to live with β€’ Willing to stand night watches and contribute fully β€’ Some sailing experience preferred (especially offshore) β€’ Able to commit to one or multiple legs Costs Shared contributions toward: β€’ Food & provisions β€’ Fuel β€’ ARC Crew fees. (No commercial element β€” this is a genuine shared passage) The Tone Not a party boat. The Atlantic leg will be a dry crossing. The aim is a well-run, enjoyable passage taken seriously β€” not a grind, and not chaotic. When applying, please include: β€’ Sailing experience (miles, roles onboard) β€’ Qualifications / courses (Day Skipper, Yachtmaster, etc.) β€’ Which legs you’re interested in β€’ A short intro about yourself β€’ Any dietary requirements / allergies

Money: expenses shared equally

Travel to and from boat: crew pays

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