Q+A LIVE 41 - your catamaran sailing questions answered

This was a live recording – if you ask a question in the comments I’ll get back to you soon – but it won’t be in the video!

Rudder casting service https://youtu.be/BWuC9utw6CQ
Service your Hobie Rudders https://youtu.be/7jfn8f93XiQ
Rudderless sailing https://youtu.be/YGt-QCo6zrI
Capsize righting with the bag https://youtu.be/1UyUZOP94-8

02:40 how to do the Wild Thing
11:20 how to paddle the catamaran
13:13 should i taper my 16 battens?
14:45 what is pinching, when should i pinch?
23:15 downwind sailing angle VMG
25:40 should I replace my worn rudder pins? Benefits of aluminium vs inox
28:30 is a SUP paddle good for the catamaran?
29:47 aluminium VS inox rudder pins part 2
31:20 how can I find out where my boat is leaking?
34:40 how can I avoid stalling and get going again?
40:05 what parts could be made using a 3D printer?
43:30 are bungs universal between all Hobies?
44:30 how do you feel about Daft Punk splitting up?
45:35 how often to replace mast pivot bearings
46:00 can I put the mast base back onto the mast?
47:00 should I alter my mast rake for more wind?
49:25 what music do you listen to to get in the mood for high speed?
50:15 how should i replace my rigging?
52:25 what is the point of changing my 16 mainsheet from old school to modern?
55:50 why is my steering heavy?
58:00 how for can I tow a Hobie on a trailer and what should I check before the journey?
61:30 is flying the hull fast?
62:30 what sunglasses do you wear?
63:40 where should I put my daggerboards?

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