It's to uncover the biggest ship building secret in history. Make your sailing dream a reality today with my eBook! Find the special YouTube promotion here: https://improvesailing.com/fast-track-youtube

Getting your boating license is easy and quick. Doing it once will keep the waterways safe (and you). Invest some change and you'll have it for life. Get your license: https://improvesailing.com/license

There are many ways to be a boat owner on a budget. William gave me this list of 10 insider hacks he's used as a boat owner of 20 years.

Swing keels are the most versatile keels available, but it comes at a cost. Let's discuss those costs. I'll also show you two technical diagrams to explain the mechanism of both lifting keel designs, the swing keel and the centerboard (centreboard in the UK). The main difference between the swing keel and centerboard is whether it's a weighted keel or not. The centerboard is unweighted and not as good at reducing heel. Both reduce slippage to leeward considerably. If you found this video helpful, please subscribe to the channel. Make your sailing dream a reality today with my eBook! Find the special YouTube promotion here: https://improvesailing.com/fast-track-youtube TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 1:33 What is a swing keel? 1:59 The difference between swing keels and centerboards 3:33 Properties of swing keels 5:42 Properties of centerboards 6:42 Advantages of swing keels 10:12 Disadvantages of swing keels

If you want to watch one video on keel types and just get it, this one is for you. Keels don't have to be confusing; simply classify them the right way. I've made clear diagrams for each type. Get the diagrams here: https://improvesailing.com/keels Make your sailing dream a reality today with my eBook! Find the special YouTube promotion here: https://improvesailing.com/fast-track-youtube There's a simple way to explain sailboat keel types, and I think I figured out how. We'll go over full keels (long keel), modified full keels, fin keels, bulb & wing keels, bilge keels, centerboards, daggerboards, leeboards, and canting keels. We'll discuss each keel's properties and function, as well as advantages and disadvantages. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 1:27 Six most common keel types (overview) 2:34 What does a keel do? - Keel functions explained 5:25 Full keels 6:06 Modified full keels 6:34 Fin keels 7:30 The difference between skeg and spade rudders 8:04 Bulb keels 8:33 Wing keels 9:11 Bilge keels 10:01 Lifting keels (centerboards and daggerboards) 10:57 Leeboards 11:42 Canting keels

As a first time boater, you should probably get your boating license. Boating licenses are basically a safety course you can take in a couple of hours. After that, you'll have a state certification that allows you to operate most boats. Get your license: https://improvesailing.com/license TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 0:14 Do you need a boating license to drive a boat? 2:00 How to get your boating license 2:52 5 Steps to get your boating license

The city center of historic merchant city Leeuwarden is full of historic sailboats. We encounter Dutch Barges, Skûtsjes, Aaken, Schouwen, and many more interesting and beautiful historic sailing ships. I'll also show you a little of Leeuwarden, which is a beautiful city in its own right. It's a Hanzestad, a merchant harbor from before Hollands golden age. Leeuwarden is the capital of Friesland, the Netherlands. Friesland is considered the sailing province of the Netherlands (and perhaps the world).

Retrieving a sunken boat will cost you a lot. And probably more than money alone. Let's take a look at the different options you have, and the general costs involved. Oh, and you could DIY your way through it, but I won't guarantee it will save you money. Probably not.

How to tell what wind speed it is without any equipment whatsoever? It's not super hard to get a decent estimate if you look for a couple of signs. Are the waves breaking? Do you see white horses? Is there a lot of foam? Answer these questions and you have a reliable wind speed estimate.

There is an ideal wind speed range to sail in, train in, and stay at home with. Also, the type of boat (and length) matters. I'll go over each of those and talk about a couple of considerations when deciding whether to take her out or not.

There are quite a few advantages to being a liveaboard when you have to self-isolate. There are also some disadvantages. Let's go over them one by one, and while on the subject, I'll throw in some free tips you probably hadn't thought of. Recommendations: The Boat Galley Cookbook by Carolyn Shearlock - https://amzn.to/3fWR7TD The Boat Cookbook: Real Food for Hungry Sailors - https://amzn.to/3eVWilB ___________________________________________________ Make sure to follow the guidelines of the authorities WHO - https://www.who.int/ USA (Center for Disease Control) - https://www.cdc.gov/ UK (NHS) - https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/ Canadian Government - https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html The Netherlands (RIVM) - https://www.rivm.nl/

Let's talk about you in the comment section. Now that we are with many (1,000+), it's time I got to know you a little better. Leave your sailing dream in the comments and let me know what your top two questions about it are. Maybe I can help? I'll randomly pick one comment to win Sailaway Sailing Simulator for free. The contest is open until 30 April 2020.

When you use the wrong nautical chart, you might end up stranded! Luckily, here's a good overview of the 5 different nautical chart types. I'll go over each one and show examples, so you know what chart to use for what part of your voyage. It's quite easy once you know the differences. Make your sailing dream a reality today with my eBook! Find the special YouTube promotion here: https://improvesailing.com/fast-track-youtube TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Nautical Charts: 5 Different Types Explained 0:50 Overview of the five most common nautical chart types 3:20 Pilot charts explained 5:04 Navigation charts explained 5:30 Small scale charts explained 6:34 Coastal or general approach charts 7:30 Harbor charts

You can improve your sailing skills at home, even when you can't go sailing. I actually thought of a whole bunch of things to do. The last tip is one I really like and will really help you out in life in general. From improving your sailing to maintenance skills, you can do it all from your comfy chair. ________________________________ Online course recommendation: https://improvesailing.com/freecourse Plumbing 101: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jxRn-T_LCs Tie An Eye Splice: https://youtu.be/QeYBkMCQ8WY Multimeter: https://youtu.be/SLkPtmnglOI

Sailors need very specific muscle groups, so you could train differently to work on those muscle groups specifically. I thought it would be nice to go over 15 great exercises for sailors, and why they're great. __________________ EXERCISE DEMOS Core: - Burpees: https://youtu.be/dZgVxmf6jkA - Plank: https://youtu.be/ASdvN_XEl_c - T-Stances: https://youtu.be/WSz8BQcUCiw - Split Lunge w/ rotation: https://youtu.be/oQJB-Zkabjo - Renegade Rows: https://youtu.be/wTqlJ0aoJlM - Single Leg Squats: https://youtu.be/9_Ca2YRRdtE Upper Body: - Push-Up: https://youtu.be/IODxDxX7oi4 - Shoulder Taps: https://youtu.be/TvZNJ5U0Sjs - Tabletop Lifts: https://youtu.be/n4Fn8SGQ-zY - Chin-Ups: https://youtu.be/bd_A0kDAyK4 Lower Back: - Aquaman: https://youtu.be/arK_BGQjwWY - Superman Flutter: https://youtu.be/RmF7uDdXrvA - The Bird Dog: https://youtu.be/wiFNA3sqjCA - Bridge: https://youtu.be/_leI4qFfPVw - Leg Lower: https://youtu.be/vO_kTH4nW7Y

If you're at home, and bored like me, this video is for you. In this video, I'll go over 10 suggestions that are great for sailors who can't go out to take their boat out for a spin. Below are affiliate links, I earn a small commission on each purchase, and it doesn't cost you anything: Get your two FREE courses at NauticEd now at https://improvesailing.com/freecourse My Sailing Book Recommendations: - A World of My Own by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston - https://amzn.to/2VqcIL4 - South Sea Vagabonds by John Wray - https://amzn.to/3eeoPUh - Maiden Voyage by Tania Aebi - https://amzn.to/2VnYMBc - Sailing Alone Around The World by Joshua Slocum - https://amzn.to/34syemJ - Cochrane: The Story of Britannia’s Sea Wolf by Donald Thomas - https://amzn.to/2y7eDwl - Taking on the World by Ellen MacArthur - https://amzn.to/2wC1Hy8 Building your own Quadrant: https://hubpages.com/education/Fun-Math-Activities-with-Measurement-Science-and-History Building your own CD-Sextant: http://www.tecepe.com.br/nav/CDSextantProject.htm

These are extraordinary times, and that's especially true for sailors and liveaboards. Dreams are now more important than ever. Most cruisers are encountering trouble as they are trying to sail home. For others, their sailing dream is currently on hold. In this video, I just wanted to acknowledge the situation and talk about what it will mean for this channel. For cruisers, check out Noonsite for good information on how to proceed: https://www.noonsite.com/news/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-special-procedures-being-introduced-in-ports-of-entry-worldwide/

In part 4 of Sailboat Parts Explained, we're taking a quick look at the different names for sail sides, corners and mast parts as well. Make your sailing dream a reality today with my eBook! Find the special YouTube promotion here: https://improvesailing.com/fast-track-youtube The complete guide on sail types: https://youtu.be/yWyHjqGRRCA Entire series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvxjoqLmEg6U-OQwX_A70zjZgundhR4cw

In part 3 of our series on sailboat parts, we dive into two types of rigging: standing rigging and running rigging. I use a 3D model and some diagrams to give you a good clear overview of the most important parts of the rigging of most sailboats. Make your sailing dream a reality today with my eBook! Find the special YouTube promotion here: https://improvesailing.com/fast-track-youtube Entire series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvxjoqLmEg6U-OQwX_A70zjZgundhR4cw

In part 2 of our series on sailboat parts, I go over all the main parts of the hull. I'll show you a diagram and give you a clear overview of things like the keel, cabin, bilge, and so on. This video is a great beginner resource who is just starting out and doesn't know where to start. I hope it's helpful. Make your sailing dream a reality today with my eBook! Find the special YouTube promotion here: https://improvesailing.com/fast-track-youtube Entire series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvxjoqLmEg6U-OQwX_A70zjZgundhR4cw