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Would you change seacock valve 65cm below the water line whilst afloat?! It might not be as scary as you think. This valve body seized up (despite only being 3-4 years old) so I unscrewed it, popped in a wooden bung, bought a new one and screwed it on. The trick is to be prepared. I had all my wooden bungs on hand, covered any electrical equipment and was ready for the worst case scenario. Fortunately, because it was a fairly new fitting, it came undone relatively easily and the job was pretty straight forward 😊💦 And what’s the worst case scenario I was prepared for? The worst case scenario is the thru hull fitting itself breaking off when I attempt to unscrew the valve. What would I do about it? Just tap in one of my many wooden bungs and then arrange to get the boat lifted out! That scenario was quite unlikely but it helps to think through what could happen. What also helped me is that, from previous experimentation on another boat, we have pumps that I know could easily outrun the water coming in through that hole. An uncontrolled inflow through that fitting wouldn’t be good as it would spray seawater everywhere but it’s good to know that the pumps could cope. It’s always counter intuitive and panic inducing to see water flooding in to the boat and I know many people don’t like to pull out their paddle wheel log transducers for that very reason however staying calm and knowing that it would actually take quite a long time to sink through a 3/4” hole means it may not be as bad as you think. Always worth thinking what else could help. Whilst away, shopping for parts, I left Kate armed with cushions as well as wooden bungs as a cushion pushed hard over a hole will slow the flow enough that most bilge pumps would cope. Despite my previous experiments I was even surprised how little water we took on but the point is that, with a little thought and prep, changing a valve or pulling that paddle wheel so it doesn’t foul up needn’t be that stressful or require an expensive lift out. Luckily for me everything went super smoothly this time so no need for backup plans! It does get the heart pumping a bit when you haven’t done it for a while though! 😊💦 #followintrepidbear #sailinglife #sailing #sailor #liveaboard #sailboat #boatlife

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Here are our three favorite things about the Flying Tiger in under 60 seconds

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Welcome to Naval Gazing at Camp David Shorts. I'm your host, Johnathan. In this illuminating YouTube Shorts video, we'll unravel the complexities of mastering the mainsail, focusing on mainsail shape and cut. The mainsail is a critical component of your catamaran's rigging, and understanding its shape and cut is essential for optimal sailing performance. For those seeking to deepen their knowledge, we recommend consulting the following reputable sources: Title: "The Complete Sailor: Learning the Art of Sailing" Author: David Seidman Publisher: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press Year: 2011 Title: "Sail and Rig Tuning" Author: Ivar Dedekam Publisher: Fernhurst Books Year: 2000 Title: "Sail Trim: Theory and Practice" Author: Peter Hahne Publisher: Sheridan House Year: 2011 These resources offer extensive insights into sail shape and cut, providing you with a strong foundation for mastering your mainsail. If you found this video informative, be sure to like and subscribe to "Naval Gazing at Camp David" for more educational and engaging content on catamaran sailing and maritime topics. Join our community and set sail on your journey to mastery! ⛵📘🌅 #MainsailShape #SailCut #NavalGazingAtCampDavid #Circumnavigation #CatamaranReviews

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Harking from a seminal period in Sparkman & Stephens design history following their 12-Metre INTREPID's America's Cup success - when S&S led the way in split-keel-and-rudder racers and cruiser-racers - ROSE WILDER has the added good fortune of build by one of the finest of #italian #yards, Cantiere Sangermani. https://www.sandemanyachtcompany.co.uk/yacht/710/ROSE%20WILDER%20(ex%20SANDPIPER) Their artistic attention to detail and quality is evident throughout. As SANDPIPER in long initial ownership by Santa Barbara #yacht Club's Dean Brown, she was a well known and successful participant in some of the classic West Coast USA offshore races. Subsequently she has cruised the Pacific seaboard in the hands of only two owners who, not surprisingly, fell in love with this very attractive, responsive and sure-footed yacht. Modern #sail handling systems allow her to be easily sailed single or short handed while bow and stern thrusters allow neat berthing feats. Although very much in commission, ROSE WILDER does require attention to elements of her structure commensurate with her age - reflected in a very reasonable asking price for a very striking 50-footer with superb #provenance.

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Want to know what makes a place special? It's the people, without a doubt. We are having the most amazing time in Aceh Province, Sumatra, and feeling the love from the locals. Such a special place... #sailing #sailinglife #boatlife https://www.skipperblogs.com/searchingforcoconuts Please like and subscribe, and send us your thoughts and reactions. For those who wish to contribute to help keep our journey going, please use our Patreon link below, or donate through PayPal (link is on channel banner), much appreciated. https://www.patreon.com/searchingforcoconuts https://searching-for-coconuts.skipperblogs.com/

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