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I race my F-82R trimaran on the West Coast of North America and make videos about sailing tips, tricks and anecdotes to help you learn about the sport of sailing! You can bookmark this channel at http://SailingTips.Ca or http://youtube.com/SailingTIpsCa. Disclaimer: - This content is offered solely for your education and entertainment. - There are no warranties, expressed or implicit, about any content or its fitness for a particular purpose. - There are risks of injury, death, drunkenness, and financial hardship involved in sailing. - The skipper is always responsible for the safety of their vessel and crew. - Sailing Tips is not responsible or liable in any way for anything that happens on or anywhere near your boat or any boat that we are not in command of.

Published on January 21, 2024 by info@weboating.com

I race my F-82R trimaran on the West Coast of North America and make videos about sailing tips, tricks and anecdotes to help you learn about the sport of sailing!

You can bookmark this channel at http://SailingTips.Ca or http://youtube.com/SailingTIpsCa.

Disclaimer:
– This content is offered solely for your education and entertainment.
– There are no warranties, expressed or implicit, about any content or its fitness for a particular purpose.
– There are risks of injury, death, drunkenness, and financial hardship involved in sailing.
– The skipper is always responsible for the safety of their vessel and crew.
– Sailing Tips is not responsible or liable in any way for anything that happens on or anywhere near your boat or any boat that we are not in command of.

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Is This Crazy Race Even Possible?!?!? Arkea ULTIM Challenge!!!

On January 7, 2024, six of the largest and fastest sailing yachts ever constructed departed Brest on the west coast of France for a sailing challenge so extreme it has only been accomplished by four people in the history of mankind - to sail a multihull ar...

Published: Jan 21, 2024

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:04:16

How Do You Sail At Night?!?!?

I love sailing at night, not only because it’s beautiful, but because it’s night about half the time through the year, so if you’re cruising you can double the distance you can cover, and if you’re racing, well we’ve won lots of races by sailing ...

Published: Jan 07, 2024

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:09:02

How Do You Control a Foiling Boat?!?!?

The foiling boats of the America’s Cup and SailGP appear to glide effortlessly across the water at more than three times the true wind speed. But the effortless appearance hides the fact that some of the best sailors in the world are working tirelessly b...

Published: Dec 29, 2023

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:05:14

Did Riley and Elayna Get the Wrong Boat?!?!?

I love multihulls, and I love Sailing La Vagabonde, so I was probably just as excited as Riley when he announced they were getting a Rapido 60 trimaran, and just recently launched it in Viet Nam. But I’m also just a bit concerned they’ve bitten off mor...

Published: Dec 22, 2023

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:04:56

How Did The Pro Crew of Vestas Wind Hit a Charted Island?!?!?

In the 2014 Volvo Ocean Race Team Vestas Wind smashed into a charted reef in the middle of the Indian Ocean. The crash destroyed their boat, and left the sailing world wondering how could this happen to a team of professional sailors with the best equipme...

Published: Dec 18, 2023

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:05:43

Why Buying a Boat is NOT Like Buying a Car!!!

There isn’t much better than getting out and sailing the world’s oceans on a well-founded sailboat. But with so many options available how do you decide which one to get? Boat manufacturers would like you to think that buying and owning a boat is lik...

Published: Dec 16, 2023

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:03:04

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How to Avoid and Manage Seasickness

In this video we will talk about what seasickness is, how to avoid it, and what to do when you actually get sick. Disclaimer: - This content is offered solely for your education and entertainment. - There are no warranties, expressed or implicit, about a...

Published: Dec 31, 2021

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:08:30

Synthetic Shroud Adjusters for Foldable Trimarans

In this video we will present one approach for adjusting rig tension in foldable trimarans (e.g. Farrier/Corsair) that require you to slacken the rig in order to fold the boat. This is normally accomplished with Highfield levers for traditional steel rigg...

Published: Jan 02, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:05:02

The Bowline Technique Every Sailor Needs to Know!!!

In this video we explain how to tie a bowline when you can’t see your hands. Many of us have learned the rabbit-hole-tree method, but I find that difficult to use when I can't see what I'm doing. With practice the method shown in this video can be done...

Published: Jan 07, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:02:21

The Easiest Way to Make Soft Shackles

In this video we explain how to tie a soft shackle with an overhand knot and double figure eight knot and load test the results. Overhand knot holds 75% of line strength, double figure eight holds 150%. Do not use for safety critical applications (e.g. ...

Published: Jan 14, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:10:22

Want to Sail Deeper With an Asymmetric Spinnaker? Try this!

In this video we discuss the pros and cons of asymmetric and symmetric spinnakers on heavy displacement boats. We will also show you the basics of how to square an asymmetric spinnaker back on a conventional pole, which we believe offers the best of both ...

Published: Jan 23, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:10:53

Want Better Sail Shape When Reefing Your Main Sail? Try This!

In this video we discuss how to get better sail shape while reefing by using. your existing outhaul and Cunningham on all reef points. Disclaimer: - This content is offered solely for your education and entertainment. - There are no warranties, expressed...

Published: Jan 29, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:05:14

How to Raise and Lower the Mast on a Foldable Trimaran

In this video we demonstrate how to raise / lower the mast on an F-82R trimaran. Similar techniques would apply to any Corsair / Farrier design. Sailing Photo Credit: Andrew Madding Note that these sailing photos were taken before we implemented our l...

Published: Feb 04, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:14:29

Need to Tie a Soft Shackle into an Existing Line? Try This!

In this video we explain how to tie a soft shackle into an existing line with a double overhand stopper knot and load test the results. You can also use a figure of eight climbers knot instead. Samson website for Amsteel: https://www.samsonrope.com/moori...

Published: Feb 11, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:06:54

Real Life Person Overboard Lessons

In this video we describe three real-life person overboard experiences and lessons learned. Wool Blanket: https://www.amazon.ca/EverOne-Olive-Drab-Retardant-Blanket/dp/B07P1DBLRX/ Emergency Foil Blanket: https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/survive-outdoor...

Published: Feb 17, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:20:50

Spinnaker Run in Haro Strait

Spinnaker Run in Haro Strait during the 2015 VanIsle360 Disclaimer: - This content is offered solely for your education and entertainment. - There are no warranties, expressed or implicit, about any content or its fitness for a particular purpose. - The...

Published: Feb 19, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:00:14

Need to Tie Something Down? Try a Trucker Hitch!

In this video we demonstrate how to use a trucker hitch to tie things down on your boat. I also use this technique for rigging applications like bobstays, whisker stays, and mast raising wires. Disclaimer: - This content is offered solely for your educ...

Published: Feb 22, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:05:18

No Reefing Lines Rigged? No Problem!!!

Here we are rigging a reef line while underway. We had swapped the laminate main sail out for the Dacron main sail before leaving the dock, because it was quite windy and the Dacron sail is more robust. But we didn't rig the second reef line properly and...

Published: Feb 24, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:00:57

Sail Trim: Stop Leech Flutter Before it Destroys Your Sail

In this video we show how to stop leech flutter in a genoa by tightening the leech line. The tightening mechanism may vary from sail to sail, but the principle is the same. Tighten the leech line until the sail stops fluttering, but not so much as to ca...

Published: Feb 26, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:00:23

What’s the Best Communication Device for your Boat? Watch This!!!

In this video we answer the question of "Why do I need a handheld VHF when I already have a cell phone?" There are so many offerings on the market, that we have to narrow things down a bit, so we’ll be looking specifically at an iPhone 8 vs. an ICOM M9...

Published: Mar 01, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:05:32

ICOM M94D vs iPhone Waterproof and Float Test

In this video we compare waterproofness and flotation of the ICOM M94D and iPhone (8 and later). Disclaimer: - This content is offered solely for your education and entertainment. - There are no warranties, expressed or implicit, about any content or it...

Published: Mar 01, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:00:15

Three Second Bowline Challenge

In this video we demonstrate how quickly a bowline can be tied with the method shown in our video "Need to Tie a Bowline When You Can’t See Your Hands? Try This!" https://youtu.be/OOqvkI_90Y8 Disclaimer: - This content is offered solely for your educat...

Published: Mar 05, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:00:16

Want to Dock your Boat like a Pro? Try This!!!

In this video we demonstrate how to dock your boat with the centre line technique. Disclaimer: - This content is offered solely for your education and entertainment. - There are no warranties, expressed or implicit, about any content or its fitness for ...

Published: Mar 06, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:03:17

That Cheap Foul Weather Sailing Gear Might Cost Your Life!

With a myriad of choices on the market today it can be hard to pick the right sailing foul weather gear. Many manufacturers focus on waterproofness, breathability, and visibility, but the cheaper manufacturers don't tend to optimize their designs for dra...

Published: Mar 11, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:03:54

Sailing Upwind in 30+ Knots of Breeze

In this video we’re sailing upwind in 30+ knots of breeze in Johnstone Strait during the VanIsle360 race with a double-reefed main sail and #3 jib. Lots of sails were destroyed in that leg, including the #3 jib we’re flying in the video. Disclaimer:...

Published: Mar 12, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:00:51

Optimizing Genoa Sail Trim and Car Position

In this video we show how to trim a Genoa and set the car lead position. Genoa trim is particularly important on Genoa-driven masthead boats, but the same principles also apply to trimming jib sails on fractional mainsail-driven boats. The cars shown ...

Published: Mar 17, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:03:14

Want to Sleep Soundly at Anchor? Try This!!!

Anchoring is a great way to get away with your friends and family and explore uninhabited locations. Plus it’s a lot cheaper than staying at marinas. But lots of people are nervous about anchoring, and wonder how exactly that chunk of steel hanging from...

Published: Mar 24, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:03:36

Anchor Untangling & Setting in Sand

I wanted to show you exactly how a boat anchor behaves on the sea floor. I found a nice popular anchorage where the tide had gone out, exposing the same sandy bottom that the boats in the distance are anchoring in, so we can see exactly what is going on, w...

Published: Mar 25, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:00:15

Want a Better Way to Pack a Spinnaker? Try This!!!

In this video we demonstrate how to pack a spinnaker into a box-style bag. The goal is to have the spinnaker pull out of the bag on hoist without any twists or knots. A stuff-style bag is similar, except you don't have the benefit of being able to attac...

Published: Mar 31, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:05:51

Sailing Upwind Under Storm Jib

In this video we’re sailing upwind in 35+ knots of breeze in Johnstone Strait during the VanIsle360 race with a double-reefed main sail and storm jib. A crew member is on the foredeck securing the #3 jib we had previously been flying in the short video ...

Published: Apr 04, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:00:24

Launching an Asymmetric Spinnaker – It’s Easy!!!

In this video we demonstrate how to hoist or raise an asymmetric spinnaker from a box-style bag. We are demonstrating on a Farrier-designed F-82R trimaran, but the process would be similar on any bowsprit-equipped sport boat, and even a heavier monohull w...

Published: Apr 07, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:05:11

Need to Raise a Furling Genoa at the Dock in a Foul Wind? Try This!!!

In this video we demonstrate how to raise a furling Genoa or jib at the dock in a foul wind by backwinding it against a furled Solent sail on an inner forestay. You could also backwind a Dacron Genoa or jib against the rig if you don’t have an inner for...

Published: Apr 15, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:03:44

Gybing an Asymmetric Spinnaker – It’s Easy!!!

In this video we demonstrate how to gybe an asymmetric spinnaker. We are demonstrating on a Farrier-designed F-82R trimaran, but the process would be similar on any bowsprit-equipped sport boat, and even a heavier monohull where you're launching from the ...

Published: Apr 21, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:01:17

Essential Marine Flare Tips!!!

In this video we have a flare shootout and demonstrate how to use different types of marine flares commonly used on boats, including smoke flares, hand flares, and aerial flares, including Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and pleasure/recreation (USGC/CCG) gr...

Published: Apr 29, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:10:31

Clever Technique to Hang a Line on Itself for a Tidy Boat!!!

In this video we show a clever technique for hanging a line on itself for a tidy and organized boat. No fancy gadgets required, just this simple technique. And it works for all kinds of lines that are attached to the boat, in the cockpit, on the mast, on...

Published: May 04, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:00:35

What’s the Best Sailing Yacht?

There isn’t much better than getting out and sailing the world’s oceans on a well-founded sailboat. But which brand of boat should you get to fulfil this dream, with so many choices available? With all their logos and flags, boat manufacturers would ...

Published: May 13, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:03:13

Why Don’t SailGP Boats Use Spinnakers?!?!?

For most boats, launching a spinnaker and bearing away is the fastest way to get downwind, but the foiling boats they use in the America’s Cup and SailGP don’t use spinnakers, and we’re going to explain why. Unlike old square rigged ships, modern s...

Published: May 19, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:02:29

Why Are Trimarans So Fast?!?!?

The world record for a global circumnavigation in a sailing vessel is held by IDEC Sport, a 100 foot long, 74 foot wide trimaran, with a time of just under 41 days. On their best day they sailed 894 nautical miles at an average speed of 37.25 knots, and th...

Published: May 27, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:03:57

Dousing an Asymmetric Spinnaker Without a Sock – It’s Easy!!!

In this video we demonstrate how to douse an asymmetric spinnaker with a leeward takedown on our F-82R trimaran. This technique can be used on both monohulls and multihulls. We'll douse onto the leeward net, and in a monohull you'd normally douse into th...

Published: Jun 03, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:01:46

Amazing Spinnaker Run on a Trimaran in Swiftsure!!!

In this video a new crew member steers an F-82R trimaran in a major race - Swiftsure Juan de Fuca - without ever having sailed a multihull before!!! Includes an amazing 40 nautical mile spinnaker run home!!! He did a great job - don't you think??? Backg...

Published: Jun 10, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:03:37

Race to Alaska (R2AK) Best Boat?!?!?

The Race to Alaska (R2AK) is a 650NM boat race from Port Townsend Washington to Ketchikan Alaska with only one rule – the boat can’t have an engine. The most successful boats have been racing sailboats, and in this video we’re going to take a closer ...

Published: Jun 12, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:04:29

Race to Alaska (R2AK) 2022 “Proving Ground” – What Happened?!?!?

Several boats capsized and required rescue on the first leg of the 2022 Race to Alaska (R2AK) called the "Proving Ground" and in this video we describe what happened. The Race to Alaska is a 650NM boat race from Port Townsend Washington to Ketchikan Alask...

Published: Jun 16, 2022

Language: EN

Play Time: 00:00:05:04

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