Offshore Sailing 2025: Ultimate Yacht Prep Guide for Ocean Crossings
Offshore Sailing 2025: Ultimate Yacht Prep Guide for Ocean Crossings
Join Captain German, a veteran of two circumnavigations, in this 50+ minute technical guide to prepare your yacht for long-distance cruising. Packed with real-world tips, this video covers hull checks, rigging, safety systems, and more to save time, money, and stress on your bluewater journey.
⛵ What’s inside:
✔️ Yacht prep checklist (hull, rigging, winches)
✔️ Key upgrades (solar panels, batteries, windvane)
✔️ Fuel, water, and food provisioning
✔️ Emergency gear (EPIRB, backup rigs)
✔️ Pro tips from global voyages
Perfect for sailors dreaming of ocean crossings!
⏱️ 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 Dinghy storage
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
✨ Love stunning visuals? Our channel features 4K footage, drone shots, and underwater views from the world’s best sailing destinations—explore more in our playlists below!
💬 Share your yacht prep tips in the comments!
🎥 Explore more:
✔️ Pacific: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwCcElg4y66MbZUutd4-oyO
✔️ Interview: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwnkRQQBAwHb5siCfIrEsuS
✔️ Life Style: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAySh7-UVF1R3JCXTj4o7PDp
✔️ Boats Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwoPg7CBv-cZfj-k-QUiEGu
✔️ Marinas Review: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAzD-Sze9mtftbA3ACZnm1bR
✔️ Offshore Sailing: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAyvkrf9dFeBG1ogF34lwfuC
✔️ Useful Information: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAygfTP1dE9W-ivYboaaoB__
✔️ Virtual Sailing School: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAzl87woOoE3VcFvFFFtoiSA
✔️ Tech: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAyK8_nGTU5T6rBgmnaD29Nu
✔️ Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwFm8c9fM4p25EjNGXk1xqu
✔️ Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAy4NbkTUAoQ7-VQyO1HNN9L
Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned mariner, this guide will help you prepare your boat for a safe and epic ocean adventure.
#Sailing, #OffshoreSailing, #YachtLife, #Sailing2025, #BluewaterSailing, #YachtPrep, #SailingHacks, #SailboatMaintenance, #OceanCruising, #SailSafe, #SailingWithKids, #LiveaboardSailing, #LongDistanceSailing, #SailboatUpgrades, #BoatPreparation
Offshore Sailing 2025: Ultimate Yacht Prep Guide for Ocean Crossings
https://youtu.be/IGPjDf5LAxM
Join Captain German, a veteran of two circumnavigations, in this 50+ minute technical guide to prepare your yacht for long-distance cruising. Packed with real-world tips, this video covers hull checks, rigging, safety systems, and more to save time, money, and stress on your bluewater journey.
⛵ What’s inside:
✔️ Yacht prep checklist (hull, rigging, winches)
✔️ Key upgrades (solar panels, batteries, windvane)
✔️ Fuel, water, and food provisioning
✔️ Emergency gear (EPIRB, backup rigs)
✔️ Pro tips from global voyages
Perfect for sailors dreaming of ocean crossings!
⏱️ 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 Dinghy storage
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
✨ Love stunning visuals? Our channel features 4K footage, drone shots, and underwater views from the world’s best sailing destinations—explore more in our playlists below!
💬 Share your yacht prep tips in the comments!
🎥 Explore more:
✔️ Pacific: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwCcElg4y66MbZUutd4-oyO
✔️ Interview: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwnkRQQBAwHb5siCfIrEsuS
✔️ Life Style: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAySh7-UVF1R3JCXTj4o7PDp
✔️ Boats Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwoPg7CBv-cZfj-k-QUiEGu
✔️ Marinas Review: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAzD-Sze9mtftbA3ACZnm1bR
✔️ Offshore Sailing: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAyvkrf9dFeBG1ogF34lwfuC
✔️ Useful Information: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAygfTP1dE9W-ivYboaaoB__
✔️ Virtual Sailing School: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAzl87woOoE3VcFvFFFtoiSA
✔️ Tech: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAyK8_nGTU5T6rBgmnaD29Nu
✔️ Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwFm8c9fM4p25EjNGXk1xqu
✔️ Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAy4NbkTUAoQ7-VQyO1HNN9L
Whether you're a beginner or seasoned mariner, this guide will help you prepare your boat for a safe and epic ocean adventure.
#Sailing, #OffshoreSailing, #YachtLife, #Sailing2025, #BluewaterSailing, #YachtPrep, #SailingHacks, #SailboatMaintenance, #OceanCruising, #SailSafe, #SailingWithKids, #LiveaboardSailing, #LongDistanceSailing, #SailboatUpgrades, #BoatPreparation
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