M5, an interesting sight in Portland harbor (Maine)

[maine-cruiser]

The SV M5 was anchored here in Portland harbor last week and spent a few days docked at my marina loading up supplies, fuel etc. Evidently the largest single masted sailboat in the world. Wherever it falls on that list it is quite an amazing sight. We saw her yesterday leaving the harbor under motor with a harbor pilot on board no less. Would have loved to have seen her sailing.

Bill

[Shrew]

Originally Posted by maine-cruiser

We saw her yesterday leaving the harbor under motor with a harbor pilot on board no less.

Portland Harbor, ME requires a harbor pilot for any boat drafting more than 9 feet or is over 350 GT.