Fixing a Damaged Sailboat for a 2025 Japan Adventure #rottenfloorboard #thruhulls #seacocks
Join me in the final video of 2024 as I gear up for my next adventure—Chasing the Cherry Blossom 2 in 2025! This month has been all about preparation, with not one but two haulouts in just two weeks (one of them unexpectedly).
The main focus was to prepare Wahine for an incredible journey starting in Q1 of 2025. Key tasks included:
- Inspecting and replacing sea cocks.
- Painting both above and below the waterline.
- Removing the onboard toilets to switch to a composting system.
- Tackling a major floorboard project, expertly managed solo by my mate Ian.
- After the first haulout, we celebrated by splashing back into the water, going on a refreshing cruise, and swimming in the bay.
As I set my sight on 2025, Wahine and I are preparing to explore Japan’s aging communities, coastal life, and the role hope plays in longevity—all while following the Sakura (cherry blossoms) from Okinawa's "Blue Zone" to the northernmost regions of Japan.
If you are interested in the cost of hauling out in Japan, fast forward to near the end, where I will outline the work done and the costs involved.
Get ready for an inspiring new chapter of discovery and adventure—starting with this exciting glimpse behind the scenes!
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