Sail Fanatics
This channel is devoted to enjoying the sailing life! We are life-long sailors who presently cruise the waters of the New England region of the USA. Tom is a licensed captain and ASA-certified sailing instructor. Our channel will provide a mix of how-to videos for both the learning and knowledgeable sailor, stories of our boating experiences and of places to visit... We look to provide sailing insight and expertise that you may not find anywhere else! If you would like a video on a sailing subject, please feel free to pass us a suggestion.
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This channel is devoted to enjoying the sailing life! We are life-long sailors who presently cruise the waters of the New England region of the USA. Tom is a licensed captain and ASA-certified sailing instructor. Our channel will provide a mix of how-to videos for both the learning and knowledgeable sailor, stories of our boating experiences and of places to visit...
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Docking (part 1): Introduction to docking with style and grace
This is our introductory video to a series on docking a sailboat. This video introduces a set of processes which will allow you to dock your boat with grace and style. The follow on seven video episodes in this series will address each individual dock skill process in greater detail.
Boat lore: Is she painted?
This video explains how to determine if a boat hull is painted.
DIY Boat Sale (part1): the process
The video outlines the process of selling a boat when you handle the sale yourself. You can find a copy of the DIY Boat Sale Process chart at The video references the BoatUS sale contract which you can find here: If you use this contract I would consider adding some wording to manage the situatio...
Sail Trim (part 5): Sailing close-hauled
This fifth video in our Sail Trim series explains how to manage close-hauled sailing, including both sail trimming rules and helm handling.
Sail Trim (part 3): Upwind sailing
This video is the third in our Sail Trim series and explains the procedures for upwind sailing.
Sail Trim (part 4): Wing and Wing
This Sail Trim video discusses sailing wing and wing, what issues may occur and how to handle them.
Sail Trim (part 2): Offwind Sailing
This Sail Trim series video explains how to handle your sheets and sails when sailing off the wind. Offwind means the wind is coming from aft of the boat. We'll do another Sail Trim video for upwind sailing, meaning sailing into the wind.
Sail Trim (part 6): Positioning the jib car
As part of our series on sail trim, this video explains how to properly locate the jib car position to maximize the effectiveness of your jib sail.
Boat review Pearson 31-2
This video reviews our 1987 Pearson 31-2 sailboat LIGHTHOUSE GIRL.
Sail Trim (part 1): Forces of lift verses push
This video is the first of a series on how to trim your sails. It introduces the concept of the two wind forces, lift and push/drag, how they differ and how to make use of them.
Anchoring: How to anchor
This video introduces the basics of anchoring your boat.
Anchoring: How much anchor line?
This video explains how determine how much anchor line you should employ when anchoring your boat.
Foredeck to Helm Communications (Reloaded)
This video explains how to use hand signals to communicate instructions from the foredeck to the helm. By removing some of the shouting from the boating experience, you can have more fun while amazing the dock staff. Music: Long Stroll by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribut...
Jib Only Sailing (with re-mastered audio) | Sail Fanatics
This video reviews sailing your boat with just a jib. Sailing with just a jib is convenient for a short sail, or for handling high winds, but raises some issues requiring the helmsman's attention. We'll cover those issues for your learning. If your boat has an unusual rig, check your oper...
Safely towing a dingy | Sail Fanatics
This video explains how to safely tow a dingy.
Selecting Sailing Rope | Sail Fanatics
This video reviews the types of sailing ropes used on our sailboat and why each type has been chosen. Note: after feedback and discussion I plan to use 3/8" VPC to replace the main halyard rather than T-900.
Sailing off the Mooring | Sail Fanatics
This video explains the procedure for sailing a boat off its mooring.
Using Sound Signals | Sail Fanatics
This video explains the use of sound signals for your safe boating.
Hoisting a Mainsail | Sail Fanatics
This video explains how to raise the mainsail on a cruising sailboat.
Hoisting a Furling Jib | Sail Fanatics
This video explains how to hoist a jib on a furling system, including setting up the furling drum and pre-feeder device before raising the sail. I'll explain issues to watch for during and following the hoisting procedure.
ColRegs Boating Rules #3 – Sail vs. sail | Sail Fanatics
This video is part 3 of our overview of the boating collision regulation rules (ColRegs), and covers the operating rules governing sailing vessels. You can find a copy of the official rules here
ColRegs Boating Rules #2 – Power vs. power | Sail Fanatics
This video is part 2 of our overview of the boating collision regulation rules (ColRegs), and covers the operating rules governing power vessels. You can find a copy of the official rules here:
ColRegs Boating Rules #1 – Introduction | Sail Fanatics
This video is first part of our overview of the boating collision regulation rules (ColRegs), and covers vessel classification, key terms, and general advice. Subsequent videos in this series will cover power vs. power rules , sail vs. sail rules, and use of lights, day shapes, sounds and more. You...