Barracuda (Beneteau 40.7) sinks during Mackinac return delivery
We are sad to report Barracuda suffered keel damage and sank on the Mackinac return delivery. The keel struck the bottom repeatedly during heavy seas in shallow waters before failing. After the keel was lost, water filled the hole and Barracuda sank within minutes. Three people were rescued, according to accounts from eyewitnesses, and no injuries or casualties have been reported.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to owner Steve Pelke and crew chief John Boyle, and all crew on board. We hope for the sound recovery of Barracuda.
Source: Sailing Anarchy forum thread – click here
2 Responses to “Barracuda (Beneteau 40.7) sinks during Mackinac return delivery”
1 john beckstedt 23 July 2007 @ 8:28 pm
sORRY TO HEAR ABOUT IT; DOESN’T SOUND LIKE MR. BOYLE WAS ON BOARD.
2 Fred kowitz 24 July 2007 @ 4:15 pm
The official notice on the problem at Portage Lake was issued June 20, 2007
http://www.lre.usace.army.mil/_kd/Items/actions.cfm?action=Show&item_id=5457
Portage is a recreational channel, not a harbor of refuge…
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