The #1 Reason that Boats Sink... | ⛵ Sailing Britaly ⛵

In this video we talk about the biggest reason that boats sink. What do you think it is? Running aground? Collision? Swamping? Lightning strike?... 🔔 SUBSCRIBE ➜ http://bit.ly/SBYouTube⛵ Join our Patreon Crew to get MUCH more from us! ➜ https://patreon.com/sailingbritaly ⛵Sailing Britaly⛵ brings you the sailing shenanigans of Chris (British), Rossella (Italian), and baby Emma (Britalian!) Our mission is to help YOU achieve YOUR cruising dreams, while working for a better world. ...Continued from above: The reality is that the biggest cause of boats sinking (sail and power) is nothing as dramatic as the reasons above. The majority of boats that sink do so whilst tied up at their slip (or on their mooring), and a large proportion of these boats sink because of problems with through-hull assemblies (aka seacocks) and associated plumbing. Do you want to replace your own seacocks? If so, check out this video: DIY Seacock Replacement (Long Version) https://youtu.be/9bV1rqqvw-k Here are some interesting reads for those who would like more information on this vitally important subject: Seacocks PDF ⯈ https://trip.ayy.fi/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Seacocks.pdf Brasses & Bronzes as underwater fittings ⯈ http://coxeng.co.uk/metallurgy/brasses-and-bronzes/ Random Harvest Marine Accident Investigation Branch Report PDF ⯈ https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/547c7179ed915d4c0d000131/random_harvest.pdf Join our Patreon Crew! ⯈ http://patreon.com/sailingbritaly More Sailing Britaly here: Instagram ⯈ http://instagram.com/sailingbritaly Twitter ⯈ http://twitter.com/sailingbritaly Facebook ⯈ http://facebook.com/sailingbritaly Fair winds! 👍 Chris, Rossella and Emma -------------------- 'Sailing Britaly' is a Helvellyn Ltd brand. Disclaimer: Due to factors beyond the control of Helvellyn Ltd, we cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. Helvellyn Ltd assumes no liability for property damage, injury or death incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Helvellyn Ltd recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, open flames, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of Helvellyn Ltd, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Helvellyn Ltd. Disclosure: any links in this description may be affiliate links. If you decide to buy some items from them, Helvellyn Ltd may receive a small percentage compensation for having suggested the suppliers to you. (This costs you nothing) As an Amazon Associate we receive compensation for qualifying purchases. Helvellyn Ltd only recommends suppliers and products which we believe in, so there is never any conflict of interest. Gear used to make this video: Main Camera ⯈ https://amzn.to/2Pvbk6c (US) https://amzn.to/2BGGgdD (UK) 18-55mm Lens ⯈ https://amzn.to/2NRgPer (US) https://amzn.to/2AgLblO (UK) 11-22mm Lens ⯈ https://amzn.to/2BTIUNt (US) https://amzn.to/2CDt3UN (UK) Microphone ⯈ https://amzn.to/2nZDPwk (US) https://amzn.to/2VgP4QD (UK) Water/Shockproof Hard Drive ⯈ https://amzn.to/2o0BmSc (US) https://amzn.to/2CA5AUb (UK) (Links support our channel) #sailing #boating #education