The new episode is not ready yet. Couldn't push myself to finish it after the tragic death of our faithful companion, only 3 years and 3 months all. We already shared a lot of adventures but now she swims with the fishies….

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Hanse https://www.scanboat.com/en/17313428 Hanse sailboats are produced by HanseYachts AG. HanseYachts AG is a German yacht manufacturer headquartered in the city of Greifswald (Baltic Sea). The company offers monohull sailboats under the Hanse, Dehler and Moody brands as well as catamarans under the Privilège brand. Motorboats are sold under the Fjord and Sealine brands. HanseYachts is cooperating with the yacht designers Patrick Banfield, Berret-Racoupeau, Bill Dixon, Judel/Vrolijk & Co and Marc Lombard.

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Full details available here - https://bit.ly/Moody_3_7_6 1988 Moody 376 – Versatile Cruiser with Comfort at its Core The Moody 376, a standout design from Bill Dixon and built by Marine Projects, was ahead of its time in maximizing onboard space and comfort. Renowned for its versatility, this yacht is perfect for liveaboard adventures, long-distance cruising, or even as a holiday escape. Backed by a 2023 survey and rig check, it offers reassurance alongside its exceptional sailing pedigree. Powered by a Volvo Penta 43hp engine and supported by a comprehensive electrical setup, including solar panels and a Victron charging system, the Moody 376 is as efficient as it is reliable. Its sail inventory includes a slab-reefed mainsail, roller furling genoa, and a cruising chute, catering to a variety of sailing conditions. On deck, the spray hood and bimini, both new in 2021, ensure added comfort and protection during your journeys. Below deck, the Moody 376 shines with spacious accommodation for up to seven people. Two private cabins, a passage berth, and convertible saloon seating offer flexible arrangements. The master cabin features an ensuite head, while the forward cabin enjoys its own dedicated heads. Practicality meets comfort with a well-equipped U-shaped galley, Isotherm fridge (2023), and ample storage throughout. Whether at sea or docked, this Moody 376 is ready to provide comfort, performance, and lasting memories.

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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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