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NKE Gyropilot vs B&G H5000 — performance autopilot sailing racing 2026

For offshore racing and performance sailing, two autopilot ecosystems dominate: NKE Marine Electronics (French IMOCA/Class40 heritage) and B&G H5000 (America’s Cup, RORC). Technical comparison: computer, sensors, 3D wind integration, polars, laylines. Workshop verdict by program + 2026 ex. VAT budgets for performance sailors.