How We're Taking a TON of Weight Out of Our Catamaran

We're hitting a major milestone in the Paikea refit: installing the composite flush hatches and painting the inside. But this video is about more than just finishing work. We'll show you the tangible results of our weight-saving mission—we've already removed 650kg, putting us well on our way to our goal of shedding a full ton. In this update, you'll see: • The final installation of our custom-designed composite hatches. • The 3D-printed drainage systems that make them work. • The extensive prep and painting of the hull sides. • The interior progress, including new composite bulkheads and structure. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Hull Weight & Waterline Progress 01:15 The Goal: Removing a Ton of Weight 02:45 Interior Refit & Composite Structure Update 05:25 Carbon Fibre Hardtop Finishing 06:00 Foredeck & Fuel Locker Prep 06:30 Installed Composite Hatches & Drainage 08:15 Final Pre-Paint Prep & Fairing 09:45 Painting the Hull Sides 11:45 Explaining Hatch Drainage Systems SAFETY DISCLAIMER: PROFESSIONAL WORK This video documents professional marine work with significant risk of injury or vessel damage. This is NOT DIY instruction. You are solely responsible for your own safety and actions. We are not liable for any application of this information. Full Disclaimer: https://youngbarnacles.com/website-disclaimer/ USEFUL LINKS ➜ Supporting blog post https://youngbarnacles.com/paikea-refit-weight-reduction/ ➜ Want to go deeper? Access our detailed composites videos, project files, and community on the Youngbarnacles Members Hub: https://youngbarnacles.com/plans/all-access-memberships/ ➜ Need world-class engineering for your project? Learn more about our professional design and consultancy services at SYAS Performance: https://syasperformance.weebly.com/ ➜ Free Sailing Library: Check out our free guides on composites, systems, and seamanship: https://www.youngbarnacles.com/resources MUSIC YouTube Audio Library ➜ https://www.youtube.com/