WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR BOAT IN A HURRICANE? - YOUTUBE COMMENTS ANSWERED – FTB EXTRA

We asked anyone with experience of sailing in a hurricane or typhoon to let us know what happened. Subscribe for more sailing videos: https://ftbyoutube.page.link/subscribe

Thanks to everyone who shared their stories – you get a name-check!

Yesterday we sailed a Deben Lugger sailboat in the mangrove river outside Krabi Boat Lagoon with John of Java Yachting. It was a beautiful day for messing about in boats, and a great opportunity to talk through some of the excellent comments we received in response to Episode 120: https://ftbyoutube.page.link/Ep120

“Your barrel bolts should be installed with the bolt in the downward position so gravity keeps them locked instead of facing upwards…”
“…you could argue if the yacht is inverted then the stainless steel latches are the correct way up…”
“…Why not try and spring load the bolts…”
“…make a bag for the bilge pumps out of screen…”
“…If you fasten boards down and need to get access fast in a leak or collision…”
“…no shut-off valve on the exhaust, a common cause of engine failure…”
“…On your advice from over a year ago we procured the sailing books that you recommended…”
“…biggest pump on a boat is the engine raw water pump. Think about a 3 way valve…”
“…a companionway hatch that is able to keep the water out and is attached to the boat…”
“…water came out of the sink drain like a fire hose.”
“…If you should take a barrel roll, the raft and the pushpit would be gone…”
“…“make sure your drogue chainplates are up to the challenge, or install them if not…”
“…It is a very good idea to wear a helmet…”
“…Are you planning on any kind of pre-crossing fitness regime…”

Thanks for sharing your incredible knowledge here on followtheboat. We love hearing from you, and always learn something new.

Peace and fair winds!

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Java Yachting: https://www.javayachting.com/
Deben Lugger: http://www.anglia-yacht.co.uk/deben-lugger

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