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great idea I like the two rigid poles rather that one gin pole ant temporary stays. I'mina go build one now

Jim, three years ago I bought my Catalina 22 with intent to single hand out of Olympia harbor, much like yourself. Fast forward to now, and I’ve slowly set my boat up how I like it and I’m sailing with confidence around the south sounds many wonderful sights and locations. You helped give me the confidence to do what I do. As you know it can be daunting at first. Thanks again!

Hello Jim, Say can you show how the boom rope is setup, I have a 22 ft catalina like yours, but no documentation on setting up the boom rope. thanks Mike I sail in Lake Michigan. Holland or Grand Haven.

I just found this. Your legacy lives on though the amazing videos you made.

I was hoping he’d show how to remove the ball from its position. That’s where I’m getting caught up

Good old Maslow!

Great video. I think I might switch over to your 2 line arrangement

Thanks for sharing

5'7"? Must be nice. boats that fit and clothes that fit everywhere you go.

Not sure why you don't like the center cam cleat. Jam cleats only better because it's small. I do like the multi angle setup.

Mad respect, Jim. Thank you for your service, also.

Never heard the term Iron Spinnaker, i like that😂

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I'm not very experienced at reefing, probably done it twice in my life, but I don't understand why friction points matter. As long as you keep the boat pointed into the wind the luff sail shouldn't be difficult to reef.

Jim, what material did you use to sew the halyard ends? Thanks so much for this informative video. It has helped tremendously.

Jim I’m gonna miss ya. My boat Blessing is your model year and you have encouraged me to tackle all jobs with confidence and taught me so so much. Thanks for making these videos.

I love your mentality😊…totally chilled

Thank you....🇨🇦

Jim, I am learnig how tosail and maintain my first sailboat, thanks to you. I will continue to use your videos as I progress. I hope all is well with you and your family.

Same thing here 😂 👍

Thank you, Sir.....a great video

I enjoy your videos; about to follow in your footsteps as a single hand on a Precision 21. I'm a beginner so please keep making these.

Thanks Jim. I am installing a double line reef system on my Santana 2023. I'm wondering how far aft on the boom I should install the first turning block for reef #1 (I'll worry about installing reef lines for second reef later). Should I mount the turning block slightly aft of where reef clew will reach the boom, or right in line with where the first reef clew will meet boom? I do have a 3:1 outhaul already. In other words, is the placement of the aft turning block critical? Thanks. I enjoy your tutorials.

Hey Jim, I bought a 1986 Catalina 22 back in Sept 2020. (mainly because of your videos) I drove 750 miles Tennessee to Texas to pick her up. I am 64 years old and hope to spend my retirement years sailing on local lakes. I am interested in purchasing a carport like you kept Bootstrap in, what size is it? Thanks for all the information you have provided to the sailing community over the years. Good Luck and God speed !

Jim, thank you so much for your videos, which I've enjoyed immensely. Best wishes, my friend! Pob lwc o Gymru!

Thanks great video and thank you for pointing out how long it might take.

I like your simple explanations

Thanks for the ending recap about the slug.

I've done so many of your projects on my C-22. You are the best! Thanks Jim.

Thanks for sharing your tips and knowledge. I’m also from Wa State (omak) and purchased a seaward 24 trailer sailer. Will be retiring march of 2024 and will begin this new chapter of life by learning how to sail. Hopefully someday we can meet up. Thanks again for your videos. Very motivational . Don Eddy

I’m still going to follow your channel, its great reference material for small sailboats and hopefully you find a new project to post vids of. Good luck!

Thanks Jim. I've been off playing with other hobbies, but I intend to do much more sailing this year and wanted a little refresher.

A sad day! Thanks for sharing your adventure, experience and wisdom. I've greatly enjoyed your videos over the years and have used many of the tips and tricks on my own trailer sailer. Chears!

Well done Jim🇬🇧😊

How did that work out for you? I have the same problem with the transducer performance inside the boat and have decided to mount it to the transom as well.

i haven't single handed anything but a dinghy, but i have crewed on boats up to 35 ft, i spent a month crewing an Irwin 32 around lake Erie. i have kayaked source to sea down the Mississippi for whatever that is worth.. I've been looking into getting a boat for a few years now, i would like to set sail and explore the inland waterways in the eastern US. I'm looking for boat ideas, I've thought about everything from a Catalina 22 to a Hobie 16. I think my ideal boat was a windrider 17 trimaran. or a 22ft monohull ... guess im looking for input. the 2 old guys who taught me to sail both said i shouldn't spend allot on my first boat and i agree, i assume any money i put into a first boat is as good as burnt . originally had a 6k boat budget but they told me to cut that in half or less, said a first boat should be 2k tops but i have no idea, i have to travel a long ways to even see water... i'd be buying a boat and launching on this adventure in the same week.

What a great video, thanks!

This is very helpful, much appreciated, will be checking out your other videos as I'm sure there's more good stuff in there.

Question Jim I like your videos of the Bootstrap i was looking at getting a Catalina 22 and you have given me the confidence to be able to get a bit older one and it will be fine. with that do you have a video or any advice on one that is reported to have soft spots One is the rear part of the cockpit floor. The other is the foredeck area between the forward hatch and the bow should i avoid or would it be a good winter project to get it fixed. any advise would be appreciated and taken with the utmost respect for your knowledge of these boats.

Fair winds and following seas skipper. Thanks for the adventures.

Jim, My wife and I started as first time sailors in 2021. Your posts were instrumental in convincing us to begin. Although we didn’t follow all your advise, we ended up buying a 1982 Cape Dory 22, we watched each and every one of your videos. In fact I’ll be servicing my Tohatsu Sailpro and using your video as a guide. Thanks for letting everyone know you’re okay. We could only imagine what happened to you. So thank you on many different levels and we both wish you well going forward. As one door closes another opens and you can’t keep a good man down!

Oh, Jim, I am sorry this is your last video! We have learned a lot from your videos, as we looked for a boat of our own. And now we are the new owners of an '81 C22! My husband is already putting some of your tips into action and refers to your channel often. Thank you for sharing. And I hope some new project or hobby gives you as much joy as you have shared in the sailing community. Our teen son loves to sail and to tinker, and we will be putting our boat to great use just as Bootstrap will be doing with her new owners. Wishing you the very best!

Jim, you certainly helped fill a void for me, 75 yrs old and never set foot on a sailboat, but have been wanting to for several years; not a lot of opportunity in Yakima, but watching your story unfold was next best. Thanks ... thanks too for your service - mine was 66-70 but got stuck in Germany. All the best ... kinda wished we'd met & had a beer ... maybe next time I visit my son on Anderson Island ... Cheers.

You've been my absolute favorite channel / site. A joy to follow, and dead on advice. I hope you can continue sailing, at least on other people's boats, and continue to post.

Jim- I am forever grateful for the time and effort you put into your videos. You have a passion for teaching and a easy going attitude. When my C22 popped off my truck and started running town the boat ramp a couple weeks ago and rolled back into the water (no damage no injuries). I thought- Jim never said anything about this. Then I realized- Jim’s boat stays in the water most of the time.

Can you buy a motorboat? Not the same but keeps you out there!

Jim, thanks for all of your videos. I learned unmeasurable amount of sailing & knowledge about the Cat-22

Jim, It's been a great pleasure to get to know you a little bit through your videos. Thanks for all the effort you've put into this over the years. May the sun shine on your face and the wind be on a starboard lift for the next part of you journey.

Thanks for all of your content, Jim...I made the same decision to give up flying airplanes a while back for various reasons, so I can relate. Your videos convinced me to buy a 50 year old C22 that has been well cared for. Serenity ("and if the wind is right you can sail away, and find serenity") is slipped at our local lake and I've been sharing afternoon sails with all of my family and friends. All the best on your next endeavor(s).

What a great perspective to have. Jim, you and your videos will be missed. Such good content. Happy to see that you are well. Enjoy the next adventure in this season of your life.