Ericson yachts YouTube Videos
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Sail from Bowers Harbor
Our first big sail delivering Resande from Bowers Harbor to Muskegon Lake Michigan - October 2020
Gerbers UnderWay First Solo Sail
We just bought our Ericson 39B Resande. This was the first time ever sailing any boat without supervision, let alone our own. This was in the West Arm of the Grand Traverse Bay in 10-knot winds :) Check out our story at gerbersunderway.com
Why We Sail–“Pram Story”
Sometimes small is big. This is an Eastport pram, built from a kit by Chesapeake Light Craft. It sails well and is very light but its capacity limits utility. An inflatable is required as a supplement .
“Introduction to Sailing,” Part 3: Moving Up to a Larger Boat
In this episode Alex encounters maneuvering under diesel power, deployment of a roller furling genoa jib, and crew work when tacking. Thelonious II, the boat, is a 1984 Ericson 38. https://youtu.be/wOblNE9kWnk
Why We Sail–“Spring, Finally”
An Ericson 381 sloop in Santa Monica Bay, 10 knots, one Kona beer, moderate jet lag.
Sailing Books as Holiday Gifts, 2018
Ten books that make good gifts for sailors. Turn on Closed Captions--click [CC] on lower YouTube screen--for title information. Apologies for the audio quality.
“Introduction to Sailing,” Part 6–Nautical Terms in Action”
https://youtu.be/wOblNE9kWnk
Sailing Audiobook Selection–Chapter 29, “Becalmed”
Excerpt from "Philosophy of Sailing: Offshore in Search of the Universe" by Christian Williams. Available at Audible and Amazon. "Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea" performed by Thelonious Monk (video only). Standards, Columbia Jazz Masterpieces, 19...
Audiobook Sample, “Philosophy of Sailing” 2018
"Philosophy of Sailing: Offshore in Search of the Universe" by Christian Williams. East Wind Press, 2018. 272 pages. https://www.amazon.com/Philosophy-Sailing-Offshore-Search-Universe/dp/0997253118
“Philosophy of Sailing”–the Book
"Philosophy of Sailing: Offshore in Search of the Universe," by Christian Williams. East Wind Press, 2018. 280 pages with 40 illustrations, Preparation Guide, Toolbox of Books and Glossary of Nautical Terms. Audiobook and Kindle edition also available at...
Offshore Deck Check
A daily deck inspection while cruising ensures early identification of chafe and fittings loosened by constant movement. The boat is an Ericson 38. Turn on [CC] (Closed Captions) for details.
“Philosophy of Sailing”: Solo to Hawaii and Return, 2017
2021 voyage is here: https://youtu.be/Oz8wpl9YG1o Christian Williams retraces an old route in a new boat. Closed Captions (CC) available. Music: "Dance of the Kordies," Les Paul Trio; "Like Someone in Love,"* Coleman Hawkins on tenor sax; "The Boy in the...
“A New Boat,” Part 7– (Ready to Depart)
Thelonious has 60 days food on board. Is that too much? Would 59 days of food be better? Would a truly prudent mariner take 61? The challenges, mostly mental, of final prep for a long cruise.
Why We Sail–“Sewing Machines Comparison”
Sewing canvas is an ancient nautical craft. Who hasn't considered learning it? Three machines compared: Sailrite LSZ-1, Singer 237 and 15-91.