Offshore Sailboat Prep: Essential Systems & Tips for Long Voyages | Captain German Exploring
May 24, 2025 by Captain German Exploring | Language: EN Play Time: 00:53:22 | SAILING YOUTUBERS
Planning a long-distance offshore passage on your sailboat?
đ Want to join our adventures? Subscribe now: https://youtube.com/@CaptainGermanExploring
In this detailed guide, Captain German Exploring shares his essential tips and real-life experience on how to properly prepare a sailboat for offshore sailing. Discover crucial insights on what worked, what didn’t, and the vital sailboat upgrades for successful long voyages.
We’ll systematically go through all the critical areas: the complete offshore sailboat preparation process, must-have sailboat upgrades for extended journeys, provisioning for offshore cruising, and comprehensive offshore safety systems.
âľ Key areas covered in this video:
âď¸ What to check before an offshore sailing trip (including underwater hull, winches, mast, and rigging)
âď¸ Best upgrades for long-distance offshore passages (emergency rig, inner forestay, sail strategy)
âď¸ Fuel, water, and provisioning for offshore adventures
âď¸ Emergency systems offshore, backup rigs, and storm preparation
âď¸ What crucial gear to bring and what to leave behind
âď¸ Practical, real-world sailing tips and advice for ocean crossing
Whether you’re beginning your boat preparation for ocean crossing or are already an experienced mariner, this guide will save you time, money, and stress on your next bluewater sailing adventure.
đŹ Have your own offshore sailing experience? Share your best tips and what you’ve learned in the comments!
âąď¸ Timestamps :
00:00 System check reminder
01:24 Below-waterline maintenance
03:33 Deck equipment tips
04:46 Standing rigging
06:01 Netting on sides
07:01 Where to store the dinghy
08:11 Emergency rig
08:56 Inner forestay
10:06 Spare blocks for mast
11:11 Sails for offshore
17:37 Running rigging
19:29 Low friction ring
21:02 Engine on board
22:49 Dinghy and outboard
26:33 Fuel water separator
30:05 Safety systems
35:23 Onboard resources
35:57 Diesel for passage
38:58 Galley gas for crossing
40:29 Electricity on board
43:18 Watermaker
45:10 Electronics
50:24 Anchor and chain
Explore more of our journey through these playlists:
âď¸ Pacific: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwCcElg4y66MbZUutd4-oyO
âď¸ Interview: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwnkRQQBAwHb5siCfIrEsuS
âď¸ Life Style: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAySh7-UVF1R3JCXTj4o7PDp
âď¸ Boats Reviews:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwoPg7CBv-cZfj-k-QUiEGu
âď¸ Marinas Review: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAzD-Sze9mtftbA3ACZnm1bR
âď¸ Offshore Sailing: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAyvkrf9dFeBG1ogF34lwfuC
âď¸ Useful Information: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAygfTP1dE9W-ivYboaaoB__
âď¸ Virtual Sailing School:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAzl87woOoE3VcFvFFFtoiSA
âď¸ Tech :https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAyK8_nGTU5T6rBgmnaD29Nu
âď¸ Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwFm8c9fM4p25EjNGXk1xqu
âď¸ Teaser : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAy4NbkTUAoQ7-VQyO1HNN9L
#sailing #offshoresailing #liveaboardsailing #longdistancesailing #sailboatlife #sailboatupgrades #bluewatersailing #sailingtips #offshorepassage #boatpreparation
Planning a long-distance offshore passage on your sailboat?
đ Want to join our adventures? Subscribe now: https://youtube.com/@CaptainGermanExploring
In this detailed guide, Captain German Exploring shares his essential tips and real-life experience on how to properly prepare a sailboat for offshore sailing. Discover crucial insights on what worked, what didn't, and the vital sailboat upgrades for successful long voyages.
We'll systematically go through all the critical areas: the complete offshore sailboat preparation process, must-have sailboat upgrades for extended journeys, provisioning for offshore cruising, and comprehensive offshore safety systems.
âľ Key areas covered in this video:
âď¸ What to check before an offshore sailing trip (including underwater hull, winches, mast, and rigging)
âď¸ Best upgrades for long-distance offshore passages (emergency rig, inner forestay, sail strategy)
âď¸ Fuel, water, and provisioning for offshore adventures
âď¸ Emergency systems offshore, backup rigs, and storm preparation
âď¸ What crucial gear to bring and what to leave behind
âď¸ Practical, real-world sailing tips and advice for ocean crossing
Whether you're beginning your boat preparation for ocean crossing or are already an experienced mariner, this guide will save you time, money, and stress on your next bluewater sailing adventure.
đŹ Have your own offshore sailing experience? Share your best tips and what you've learned in the comments!
âąď¸ Timestamps :
00:00 System check reminder
01:24 Below-waterline maintenance
03:33 Deck equipment tips
04:46 Standing rigging
06:01 Netting on sides
07:01 Where to store the dinghy
08:11 Emergency rig
08:56 Inner forestay
10:06 Spare blocks for mast
11:11 Sails for offshore
17:37 Running rigging
19:29 Low friction ring
21:02 Engine on board
22:49 Dinghy and outboard
26:33 Fuel water separator
30:05 Safety systems
35:23 Onboard resources
35:57 Diesel for passage
38:58 Galley gas for crossing
40:29 Electricity on board
43:18 Watermaker
45:10 Electronics
50:24 Anchor and chain
Explore more of our journey through these playlists:
âď¸ Pacific: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwCcElg4y66MbZUutd4-oyO
âď¸ Interview: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwnkRQQBAwHb5siCfIrEsuS
âď¸ Life Style: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAySh7-UVF1R3JCXTj4o7PDp
âď¸ Boats Reviews:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwoPg7CBv-cZfj-k-QUiEGu
âď¸ Marinas Review: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAzD-Sze9mtftbA3ACZnm1bR
âď¸ Offshore Sailing: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAyvkrf9dFeBG1ogF34lwfuC
âď¸ Useful Information: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAygfTP1dE9W-ivYboaaoB__
âď¸ Virtual Sailing School:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAzl87woOoE3VcFvFFFtoiSA
âď¸ Tech :https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAyK8_nGTU5T6rBgmnaD29Nu
âď¸ Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwFm8c9fM4p25EjNGXk1xqu
âď¸ Teaser : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAy4NbkTUAoQ7-VQyO1HNN9L
#sailing #offshoresailing #liveaboardsailing #longdistancesailing #sailboatlife #sailboatupgrades #bluewatersailing #sailingtips #offshorepassage #boatpreparation
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