ZS-120 'Black Marlon'

ZS‑120 Black Marlon

ZS-120 Black Marlon | Operating Manual

ZS-120 Black Marlon Operating Guide [drive.google.com]

Overview

The Black Marlon is a 124ft carbon‑composite offshore racing yacht built for extreme‑weather endurance, long‑range autonomy, and minimal‑crew operation.

Length

Beam

Draft

124 ft

50 ft

13 ft

Sail Areas:

• Mainsail – 6,124 ft²
  
• Jib – 4,714 ft²
  
• Spinnaker – 7,254 ft²
  

Registered with the North Sawyer Royal Yacht Club.

Recommended Crew

• Onboard Crew: 5
  
• In‑Port Crew: 2
  
• Support Crew: 3
  

Roles include: Skipper, Engineer, Grinder, Deckhand.

Sailing Operations

Crosswind Sailing

• Raise the mainsail to establish drive.
  
• Deploy the jib to balance the bow.
  
• Set both sails to the same side based on wind direction.
  
• Adjust boom angle and Jib position until both sails catch wind.
  
• Shift ballast to the windward side to counter list.
  
• Maintain a steady heading with small helm corrections or autopilot.
  

Downwind Sailing

• Raise the spinnaker for maximum downwind power.
  
• Keep the mainsail and spinnaker on the same side of the vessel.
  
• Shift ballast aft to keep the bow light.
  
• If wind is slightly off‑center, move both sails to the opposite side of the wind.
  
• Hold a stable heading to avoid accidental gybes.
  

Tacking Procedure

Preparation

• Move ballast to the new windward side.
  
• Shift the jib (and spinnaker if used) toward the inside of the turn.
  

Execution

• Turn the bow firmly through the wind.
  
• Allow sails to lose power briefly as the bow crosses the wind.
  
• Once the wind shifts sides, move the mainsail to match the jib.
  
• Re‑trim sails and stabilize the vessel on the new course.
  

Lowering Sails

• Lower mainsail first to reduce most forward power.
  
• Lower spinnaker next if deployed.
  
• Lower jib last for bow control during slowdown.
  
• Center boom, center jib track, and secure all lines for storage.
  

Engine & Battery Systems

Azipods
Twin electric azipods for emergency propulsion and port maneuvering.
Battery Banks

• 2 Main Batteries (critical systems)
  
• 2 Reserve Batteries (lighting + emergency aids)
  

Power Generation
Manual grinding cranks can charge the batteries when the cabin breaker is enabled.

Built By @Aeronomical and @Ech0H0t3l for Zephyr Racing Team, do not reuse, do not redistribute.

-Thank you to Isotope256 for the beautiful displays.

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