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Is your keel really about to fall off? In this deep-dive episode of Ocean Sailor, we’re joined by experienced marine surveyor Ben Sutcliffe-Davies to explore the hidden dangers of bolt-on keels. From corrosion and fatigue to structural failures that most sailors never see coming, Ben unpacks the realities of what can—and does—go wrong beneath the waterline. Whether you’re buying a boat or crossing oceans, this is a conversation every sailor should hear.

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