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Ep 24: Pulling a Knotmeter Transducer in the Water
Welcome to Episode 24 of Carpe Diem Sailing. How many of you sailors out there live in fear of pulling out a knotmeter transducer while the boat is in the water, OK maybe not fear so much as a bit of stress. No one wants to sink their boat. If you've never done it and want to see what it look...
Ep 23: How to Flake a Mainsail
Welcome to Episode 23 of Carpe Diem Sailing and Part 12 of our Learn to Sail Series. Flaking a mainsail neatly seems to be a universal challenge for many. In this video I show you how to easily and safely flake a mainsail neatly SHOWNOTES www.carpediemsailing.com/shownotes CARPE DIEM SAIL TRAINI...
Ep 22: Learn to Sail: Part 11: Lowering the Mainsail
Welcome to Episode 22 of Carpe Diem Sailing and Part 11 of our Learn to Sail Series. In this video I go over the steps for lowering the mainsail, with an emphasis on safety and efficiency. SHOWNOTES www.carpediemsailing.com/shownotes CARPE DIEM SAIL TRAINING www.carpediemsailing.com LEARN TO SAI...
Ep 21: Learn to Sail: Part 10: Unfurling the Headsail
Welcome to Episode 21 of Carpe Diem Sailing and Part 10 of our Learn to Sail Series. In this video I go over furling and unfurling a headsail. I also discuss using a furling system to reef and I share some tips for worry free furling in all conditions. SHOWNOTES www.carpediemsailing.com/shownotes...
Ep 20: Learn to Sail: Part 9: Raising the Mainsail
Welcome to Episode 20 of Carpe Diem Sailing and Part 9 of our Learn to Sail Series. In this video I go over the steps for raising the mainsail, with an emphasis on safety and efficiency. SHOWNOTES www.carpediemsailing.com/shownotes CARPE DIEM SAIL TRAINING www.carpediemsailing.com LEARN TO SAIL ...
Ep19: Navigation: Collision Regulations for Recreational Boaters
Welcome to Episode 19 of Carpe Diem Sailing. In this video I show you an easy way to interpret and apply the Rules of the Road or Collision Regulations. Over many years of teaching the Colregs I have developed a method, somewhat like an algorithm, to learn and use the rules as they apply to typical...
Ep18: Learn to Sail: Part 8: Basic Knots
Welcome to Episode 18 of Carpe Diem Sailing and Part 8 of our Learn to Sail Series. In this video I cover 6 basic knots every sailor should know. I talk about their uses and demonstrate how to tie them step by step. INDEX Figure Eight 01:02 Reef Knot 02:32 Clove Hitch ...
Ep 17: Navigation: Danger Bearings
Welcome to Episode 17 of Carpe Diem Sailing. In this video I demonstrate how to plot danger bearings and a clearing line and discuss the benefits of such easy to learn and remember navigational techniques. Invaluable in times of GPS or electronic navigation failure. SHOWNOTES www.carpediemsailing....
Ep 15: Learn to Sail: Part 7: How to Fold (Flake) Sails
This video is out of sequence as it was re uploaded. It was pointed out by eagle eyed viewers that there was an error. That error has been corrected. Thanks for the feedback Welcome to Episode 15 of Carpe Diem Sailing and Part 7 of our Learn to Sail Series. In this video I talk about how and why ...
Ep 13: Learn to Sail: Part 6: How Sails Work
This video is out of order because it was brought to my attention that there was an error which needed to be addressed. YouTube does not allow a re-upload so the original had to be deleted. Welcome to Episode 13 of Carpe Diem Sailing and Part 6 of our Learn to Sail Series. In this video I talk ab...
Ep 16: Picking Up a Mooring Buoy
Welcome to Episode 16 of Carpe Diem Sailing. In this video I talk about how to pick up a mooring buoy and how and why to rig a lazy line to keep your vessel safe. CARPE DIEM SAIL TRAINING www.carpediemsailing.com LEARN TO SAIL PLAYLIST
Ep 12: Sailboat Winch Handling
Welcome to Episode 12 of Carpe Diem Sailing and Part 5 of our Learn to Sail Series. In this video I cover the different types of winches on sailboats and how to handle them safely and efficiently. CARPE DIEM SAIL TRAINING www.carpediemsailing.com LEARN TO SAIL PLAYLIST
Ep 11: Navigation: Tide Tables
Welcome to Episode 11 of Carpe Diem Sailing. In this video I talk about tides and tidal currents. I explain the difference between a tide table and a current table. I go over how to apply the data found in a tide table to the soundings (depths) on your nautical chart. I also talk about different da...
Top 10 The Reality Of Boat Life
What is the reality of boat life? Is it mainly about sailing the blue seas or is there way more to it? Here I’ve listed the top ten areas that make up the reality of boat life. Make sure you understand each area so that your expectations are realistic. Read the full article here: Get our FREE GUID...
How we learned how to sail #60
More videos to get your adventure started: How to go from ZERO to cruising full time: Our Beneteau Oceanis 40, pros, cons, and costs: Transitioning from my corporate life to full-time sailing: Sailing book recommendations: Build some sailing experience with 59 North Sailing: -- How we l...
Ep 10: How to Back Up in Control
Welcome to Episode 10 of Carpe Diem Sailing. In this video I talk about and demonstrate techniques that will enable you to skillfully reverse your sailboat under power. I also discuss all the benefits of being able to comfortably back your boat up under power in all conditions. I rarely dock bow in...
Ep 9: Points of Sail – A Different Perspective
Welcome to Episode 9 of Carpe Diem Sailing and Part 4 of our Learn to Sail Series. In this video I bring a different perspective to learning the Points of Sail and I discuss the correct way of determining the tack of a sailing vessel. CARPE DIEM SAIL TRAINING www.carpediemsailing.com LEARN TO SAI...
Sailing Experience – Taking On Water While Sailing Through A Squall
Our Britican Experience guest, Paul, our crewmember, Douwe, and Sim, Sienna & I had some great long sails, a couple squalls (one big one), we took on water (again), enjoyed some incredible food, sunsets, snorkeling, met up with some old friends and made some new ones. A most brilliant week. This...
Ep 8: Inflatable Dinghy Repair
Welcome to Ep 8 of Carpe Diem Sailing. In this episode I do some emergency repairs to my inflatable dinghy while out cruising this past summer. My rubbing strake was coming off and I didn't notice it till just before we left. I bought some very expensive glue for hypalon and PVC but then found ...
Ep 7: Pro Tips: Cooking Safety While at Sea
Welcome to Ep 7 of Carpe Diem Sailing. In this episode we cover the basics of galley safety when cooking while underway, such as fire fighting equipment but also some principles to keep you from being scalded and thrown about the boat. Water Mist Fire Extinguisher Element Fire Extinguishers CAR...
Ep 6: Learn to Sail: Part 3: Headsails
Welcome to Ep 6 of Carpe Diem Sailing and Part 3 of our new Learn to Sail series. In this episode we're talking about Headsails - Jibs & Genoas. We review the parts of the sail and as well as the different types of headsail. We also briefly discuss roller furling as a reefing option for ...
Ep 5: Learn to Sail: Part 2: The Mainsail
Welcome to Ep 5 of Carpe Diem Sailing and Part 2 of our new Learn to Sail series. In this episode we're talking about the Mainsail. We cover the parts of the sail and introduce the concept of reefing or shortening sail for heavier wind. It's a great beginner video or for crew looking to...
Ep 4: Learn to Sail: Part 1: Parts of the Boat and Sailing Terminology
Welcome to Ep 4 of Carpe Diem Sailing and Part 1 of our new series: Learn to Sail. In this video we introduce sailing terminology and the basic parts of the boat with an introduction to standing and running rigging using animations, diagrams and live footage. Clearly explained this video will be g...