#segeln #yachting #bootfahren #segelausbildung #automobile Auf modernen Fahrtenyachten ist das Steuerrad nicht nur ein optisches Highlight – es hat einen ganz praktischen Hintergrund. Du steuerst über Hebelwirkung direkt gegen den Wasserdruck am Ruderblatt. Besonders bei Wind und Welle ist das entscheidend für sicheres Segeln. 👉 Frage an euch: Schon mal bei Starkwind gesteuert? Wie war’s? Bootsführerschein gibt es hier: https://segelnag.com Music: Sundown by Declan DP License: https://license.declandp.info Free Download / Stream: http://audiolibrary.com.co/declan-dp/... Music promoted by Audio Library • Chill · Electronic · Downtempo by Declan D...

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Re-Installing Lightning Rod for Summer Storms

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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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Would you take this refined runabout for a sunset cruise or a high-speed lake run? Rate this boat from 1–5 stars and comment below! Chris-Craft Launch 25 GT © Chris-Craft Corporation Length overall: 25 ft 11 in (7.9 m) Beam: 8 ft 6 in (2.6 m) Draft: approx. 22–38 in (0.56–0.97 m) Dry weight: approx. 5,300 lb (2,404 kg) Fuel capacity: 65 gal (246 L) Max power: up to 430 hp Top speed: approx. 45–50 mph (72–80 km/h) Deadrise: 21° Seating capacity: up to 14 persons The Chris-Craft Launch 25 GT blends heritage design with modern performance, delivering a luxury sport-runabout experience that feels both timeless and powerful. Featuring premium upholstery, stainless accents, teak detailing, and advanced helm technology, it is designed for owners who value craftsmanship as much as performance. With powerful sterndrive options and confident handling, the Launch 25 GT is ideal for upscale day cruising, watersports, and elegant dockside presence. #ChrisCraft #LuxuryRunabout #ClassicBoats #HarbourMasters

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Audrey is inside the S/V Alaskan Gypsy keeping firewatch while Scott is welding up some electrolysis damage on the hull plating after removing the fridge, plywood, spray foam insulation . . Keeping it smoky over here. Subscribe for more shipyard adventures like this. #diyboat #shipyard #boatlife #welding #boatprojects

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