Watch Sailing & Boating Adventures Around the World tagged “How to”

Adjusting the Stuffing Box on my Sailboat (In the Water) // Living on a Sailboat in Canada Ep. 33

In this video, I noticed that the stuffing box on my 1978 Catalina 30 sailboat was dripping A LOT which was likely contributing to the water in the bilge.

May 28, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:37

What is in the mystery package?

This is the best rig tension gauge for what we're doing. This is where I got mine (if you're going to use the link, let them know where you heard about them) https://www.bluemarinestore.com/loos-and-co-professional-tension-gauge/ for the full list of sai...

May 27, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:03:59

Who’s out sailing – Wildwind Greece 23rd May

It's not full power white knuckle rides every afternoon. On this Sunday the wind didn't come in until later giving everyone a chance to warm up before the change. for the full list of sailing instructional videos: https://totaljoyrider.com/pages/joyride...

May 25, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:48

Hobie 16 fast sailing, big capsize

Gusting 30 knots maybe more, out on the Hobie 16 with the OS3 Hobie 14 Evo mainsail. It really works very well in the stronger wind - a bit better than the reefed 16 sail. Out with Gerhard - a German regular visitor banging in a top speed of 23.79 knots -...

May 24, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:17

Show us your cat! Episode 101 a Nacra Evolution special

The Nacra F18 Evolution is a racing catamaran built with advanced technology, sophisticated design tools and 45 years of experience. ... The most distinctive feature of this Evolution F18 is its hull shape design – an aggressively styled raked wave-pierc...

May 23, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:34

Young Couple Buys 50ft Sailing Yacht! | Ep 2

This is our backstory.. and how we found Tucana - our dream boat! We also experience our first hail storm and we get vinegar in our water tanks. Yuck!

May 23, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:18

Making the most stable catamaran for high winds

Honestly it was a lot windier than it looked in the video (because of the light) Possibly gusting 30 knots. The Hobie Pacific is based on the Hobie Tiger, but has skegs instead of daggerboards, a smaller rig, and no boom. The boat is intended to be easier...

May 22, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:28

Q+A LIVE 53 – catamaran sailing questions answered.

Some very spicy questions this week. Thanks to everyone for tuning in. 02:48 what is the different methods of storing the gennaker and what are the pros and cons? 12:55 when are you going to start with the action sailing vidoes? 14:45 would it be an opt...

May 22, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 01:06:36

How I Raise the Anchor SOLO, Anxiety Reduction! (League 48)

I struggle with anxiety, I am not going to let that anxiety dictate my dreams. One of the ways I reduce my anxiety is through practice and building confidence. This episode is about the steps I take to raise the anchor. I hope this is helpful to others who...

May 21, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:25

Mizzen Mast: Shaping Below Deck – Episode 163 – Acorn to Arabella: Journey of a Wooden Boat

The planking work is moving right along, but unfortunately Jack and Wes have to head home. We discuss the work that we got done as a team, then focus on the mizzen mast, which is also nearing completion. Alix has been working on spot repairs with graving ...

May 21, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:23:17

Going to your first event or race. A catamaran sailing podcast

Going to your first catamaran sailing race event is a really great idea, everyone should do it. It's a great way of finding out how well you're sailing the boat as well as being great fun. This is not a tactics, strategy or how to race video, more of a g...

May 19, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:20

1st day back out – banging in the big speeds! #shorts

for the full list of sailing instructional videos: https://totaljoyrider.com/pages/joyrider-tv Joe’s Patreon Pge https://www.patreon.com/joseph_bennett Sailing gear hand picked https://www.amazon.com/shop/josephbennett Or follow what’s going on htt...

May 18, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:00:41

E65: Navigating Sketchy Passes in the Tuamotus and a New Atoll!

If you want to support me, check out my Patreon account (thank you so much!!) patreon.com/windhippie For more regular photo updates and boating life, check out my instagram page: @boatlizard I am a 28-year-old solo sailor working on my circumnavigation...

May 17, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:57

Restoring Old Wooden OARS with Epoxy [Capable Cruising Guides]

Today, Emily shows you some basics of epoxy by repairing and refinishing our old wooden oars. IN THIS VIDEO: Introduction: [00:19] Tools Needed: [00:46] Prep: [01:26] Mixing Epoxy: [02:26] Thicken Epoxy: [03:57] Dry-Fitting [04:38] Spreading Epoxy: [04:5...

May 15, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:45

Q+A LIVE 52 catamaran sailing questions answered.

Stay tuned until the end for a full guided tour of the wildwind boat park. 03:40 why do newer catamaran designs not use a raised trampoline? 08:50 how can I make my Hobie 16 stiffer? 17:00 for downhaul - 1 or 2 cleats, which is better? 19:30 how can I sto...

May 15, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 01:17:31

They’re Back! – Episode 162 – Acorn to Arabella: Journey of a Wooden Boat

Jack and Wes are back to do more work on Arabella. Wes's earlier visits involved stacking lumber and bending frames. Now he's back for a taste of planking and we hope he returns to help out with the interior. Jack was a part of our planking crew last year,...

May 14, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:22:33

Jib sheet and downhaul takeaway systems – Complete fitting

If you sail a catamaran with a straight front beam that you can remove the end caps, it's worth considering threading takeaways for your downhaul and jib sheet (but only for self tacking jibs) This is the method that I use on the boats at Wildwind. for ...

May 11, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:06

Basic sailing knots

A quick video on some basic sailing knots

May 11, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:03:03

Show us your cat! Episode 100

Episode 100 337 boats 87 types of boat 46 countries Let's take a look back at those catamarans, dinghies and trimarans that have been featured! SHOW US YOUR CAT - where we take a look at your boats and where you sail them. send pictures or video to...

May 09, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:26

Beginner boat parts explained – RS Zest

This should be very helpful for anyone who is not completely sure of what certain parts are called or what their purpose is. It could also help if English isn't your first language and would like to know what the various parts are called. Here we are look...

May 08, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:11:46

Recharge a Boat REFRIGERATOR [Capable Cruising Guides]

Want to know how to recharge your refrigerator yourself? It's really not that difficult. In this video we take you through the process of making sure you have just the right amount of refrigerant in your system. This is the third and final part in our m...

May 08, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:28

Q+A LIVE 51 – your catamaran sailing questions answered