Q+A LIVE 45 - your catamaran sailing questions answered
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Joseph Bennett: The high-performance 'Joyrider' mastering 26-knot catamaran runs in Vassiliki, Greece, while redefining budget DIY racing for the global community.
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This was recorded on Wednesday afternoon, if you’re watching this later and you ask a question in the comments, I wont be able to respond in the video. I will get back to you either in the comments or in next week’s Q+A.
2:00 how can I make my old catamaran go faster?
5:00 can you do permanent sail repairs with sail repair tape?
13:51 which trapeze harness do you recommend and is it necessary to have a quick release?
19:55 what can we use to clean the hulls?
23:24 have you done a rebuild on Nacra rudders?
24:50 how can I reduce the noise coming from my rudders?
31:41 – AD BREAK
32:00 how did you end up sailing in Greece?
34:00 any tips for long distance sailing?
35:55 has Vassiliki ever hosted the Hobie Worlds?
37:20 what to wear when it is extremely cold?
44:00 what is included in a Wildwind Holiday?
48:59 when pitchpole should you try to unhook?
53:40 to avoid the pitchpole should I sheet out?
59:30 should I train the new crew about capsizing?
62:00 what should i do when the castings and pylons don’t line up?
64:50 what is the best place to store your boat?
66:00 how can I adjust my daggerboards to make the boat easier to sail in strong winds?
69:00 do all catamarans turn badly?
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