Wireless, precise, brilliant: Vakaros Atlas 2 for performance sailboats

When you think of new onboard electronics, an uneasy feeling often immediately comes to mind: a tangled mess of cables in the mast, complicated networking below deck, hours of studying manuals, and possibly even drilling holes! The idea that high-tech sailing instruments are only for professional teams with their own onboard electricians persists stubbornly.

But that no longer has to be the case. With the Vakaros Atlas 2, there's a system developed precisely for ambitious sailors with ordinary sport boats. Its greatest strength is not only what it can do, but above all, how astonishingly easy it is to use.

Here are the reasons why the Vakaros Atlas 2 is revolutionizing the instrument world – and why it's a perfect fit for your boat:

1. The ultimate plug-and-play experience

For most owners, installing new technology is the biggest pain point. The Atlas 2 radically solves this problem: it is completely wireless. You simply attach the compact, lightweight device to the mast or bulkhead with a bracket – and you're done. Turn it on and sail away. The integrated 4600 mAh lithium battery provides over 100 hours of runtime. You'll never have to pull a cable through the mast again. After the weekend, simply take the display home and charge it conveniently on the inductive charging pad. It couldn't be simpler.

Atlas 2 on board - making sailing a joy!

2. Relaxed and stress-free for the perfect start

Anyone who has ever started a club race or Wednesday regatta knows that uneasy feeling in their stomach: Where exactly is the line? Are we too early? The Atlas 2 takes all that stress away. It provides you with easy-to-understand, precise data on the distance to the starting line (Distance-to-line) and accurately calculates the time you need to kill to avoid a premature start. Instead of frantically peering over the railing, you can completely relax and concentrate on clear wind and your boat's speed.

3. The system grows with you: Easy wireless expansion (wind & depth)

Many wireless instruments reach their limits when you want to see more than just GPS data. The Atlas 2 excels here with its uncomplicated connectivity. Do you want to know how deep the water is under the keel or how the wind is blowing at the masthead? No problem: the Atlas 2 can be easily connected to external sensors via Bluetooth. You can display the Calypso wireless wind sensor or a compatible depth and log transducer directly on the display, without any cable clutter. You start with a simple basic setup and expand your system completely stress-free exactly when you need it. On request, we also offer a Vakaros complete system for yachts in our shop!

Vakaros Atlas 2 Complete System

4. Brilliant display and intuitive trim feedback

What's the point of the simplest technology if you can't read it in the sun? The 4.4-inch display of the Atlas 2 is designed for absolute readability. Large digits, high contrast, protected by Gorilla Glass. Even with polarized sunglasses and in direct sunlight, you can see what's happening from any angle. In addition, the integrated sensors help you find the optimal trim: you can see your current heel at a glance and immediately notice if anything has changed when "tweaking" the sail.

5. Precision in the background: Reliable data in real time

Even if you're not sailing an Olympic campaign, you still benefit from the built-in professional technology without having to understand it. The Atlas 2 uses extremely fast GPS receivers (dual-band L1 + L5). For you in everyday sailing, this simply means: When the boat accelerates, the display shows it immediately and without delay. No more sluggish displays, but reliable speed over ground in real time.

6. Data analysis for those who want to know even more

If you're still curious after sailing: the system records all your tracks in the background. If you wish, you can review the route later on your smartphone over a cool dockside beer. This way, tacking angles or wind shifts can be easily understood afterwards – all via app, without complicated software on a PC.

Conclusion

The Vakaros Atlas 2 proves that modern technology doesn't have to be complicated. It frees your boat from annoying cables, takes the stress out of the pre-start phase, and can be easily expanded with wind and depth sensors if needed. It's the perfect plug-and-play solution for anyone who prefers to spend their time on the water rather than laying cables.