MAYDAY!! BOAT AGROUND!! – What to Do When Grounded & How to Kedge Off
November 15, 2024 by Sailing Zingaro | Language: EN Play Time: 00:24:09 | SAILING YOUTUBERS
Grounding a boat can happen to anyone, even the most experienced sailors. In this video, I’m showing you the essential technique of kedging off a reef—a lifesaving skill that can help you get your boat back afloat without waiting for rescue. Whether you’re stuck on a reef, in the shallows, or just need to get off a tricky spot, kedging can make the difference between disaster and success.
I’ll take you step-by-step through the process:
Anchor placement – where to set your anchor for maximum pulling power.
Using windlass or winches – how to pull the boat off in a steady, controlled way.
Leveraging natural forces – using the current, wind, and even crew movement to help.
Plus, I’ll cover common mistakes to avoid that can make kedging ineffective, like incorrect anchor placement, rushing the process, or using a too-short rode.
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Grounding a boat can happen to anyone, even the most experienced sailors. In this video, I’m showing you the essential technique of kedging off a reef—a lifesaving skill that can help you get your boat back afloat without waiting for rescue. Whether you’re stuck on a reef, in the shallows, or just need to get off a tricky spot, kedging can make the difference between disaster and success.
I’ll take you step-by-step through the process:
Anchor placement – where to set your anchor for maximum pulling power.
Using windlass or winches – how to pull the boat off in a steady, controlled way.
Leveraging natural forces – using the current, wind, and even crew movement to help.
Plus, I’ll cover common mistakes to avoid that can make kedging ineffective, like incorrect anchor placement, rushing the process, or using a too-short rode.
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more sailing tips and tutorials that will help you master the seas and live the cruising dream. Whether you’re a beginner sailor or an experienced cruiser, these skills are a must-have in your toolkit.
👉 Join the Crew on Patreon: Get exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, early access to new content, and more! https://www.patreon.com/svzingaro
❤️ Support this channel:
T-shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/store/zingaro/
👨👩👦👦 Companies we love:
OC Tenders: https://octenders.co.nz/
Seawater Pro Watermakers: https://seawaterpro.com/
Lasdrop dripless shaft seal: https://lasdrop.com/
Spurs shaft cutter: https://spursmarine.com/shaft-cutters/
Forward-looking sonar: https://echopilot.com/
🎶:
Epidemic Sound
#Sailing #Kedging #SailingTips #BluewaterSailing #Anchoring #CruisingLife #HowToSail #SailingTechniques #BoatGrounding
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