Hold the phone Sailing Uma that was the biggest tease award right there. You just decided to keep us on hold for a whole week just like that. Happy sails, oh wait until next week lol
Awesome video guys! Great walkthrough of the process of ordering new sails, and measuring too. Creative idea to use the Dyneema line as a makeshift tape measure. Can't wait to see them in use!
Precision Sails, I really hope you have added a waist height measurement to the slider section of your main order form. An area to include any markings on the slugs would be great too, as that can help customers tell you what slides they need. I have not been able to use my new main from you for almost 2 months because it came with slides that did not fit, and I still have not received replacements! I chose Precision in part because of your reputation for great customer service, which I found to be true, until I had a problem, and since then, it's been horrible at best.
Tim Webb I apologize for our team dropping the ball on this problem. Proper procedure wasn’t followed which resulted in the delay in rectifying the issue. Your new sliders have been expressed shipped. As mentioned in both the voicemail and email please call to discuss how we can make this error up to you.
Nevermind, I fixed it myself. Just change that order form to reflect slug waist height, as well as a space to enter any info stamped on the existing slugs, and we're good.
Have you gone back and watched any of your really old videos? You two have come a really long way, in all regards. It's pretty amazing to watch :) Congrats on the new sails!
Lots of the sailing channels I watch have ordered from Precision. They all say exactly what you said. Easy to follow measuring instructions, top quality fabric & reinforcement, excellent service. Not one complaint . I'm sure you'll love yours too , so now all you need is some wind :)
Englishman inFrance They totally screwed up my main, and took it right back and remade it not questions asked. So even if it is not perfect, they make it right.
This is a neat video. I got to see how the Garden looked before the Wood Stove was installed. It's amazing that they can make precision sails for a boat without having to actually be at the boat to measure. You guys are so smart and creative. Happy Trails
We just replaced the sails on the Sarah Lynne. We also purchased our main and genoa from Precision Sails. It was a great experience and we were very pleased with the results. Enjoy the new sails and hope to catch up with you this summer.
But Dan doesn't wear shoes.... how about just some new nail polish to pretty up his feet :) Love these two... they are a huge inspiration for my plans in 12 years (retirement)
@@mitt31 A little advice here : do not wait till actually retiring to start searching if you plan buying a boat. If you have the space in your backyard, buy one soon and plan working on it. I waited till my retirement at 65 to do longtime dreamed projects including refitting a sail boat. I don't have the stamina now at 67 I used to have even though I'm in good shape and exercise.The difference between being 50 and 65 is terrible. Good luck man !
@@mattevans-koch9353 Sorry to hear about that ... i was Marine Composite Technician for 5 years of my life, which will assist me purchasing a boat in roughly 8 years and spend 2 fixing it, and 2 getting my wife used to it while i still work... she has never sailed but wants to try and have a chance to live in the beautiful warm Caribbean ... cheers and hope you can atleast charter a boat some day
@@mitt31 Thank you for the reply. I am slowly building a small skiff to get out on the water but sailing around the world is out of the question. Still, a small boat can be as much fun as a big one. Wish you the best on achieving your goal.
Last year I purchased a new head sail from Precision Sail. They were great. It's nice to see others are using their sails. Next year I'll be getting a new main sail.
Love your videos. However, there was a music track you used in this one that had a sound quite similar to my dog getting ready to barf. Had me looking around for a while. Stay safe.
We have a new laminate racing genoa from Precision for our 1972 Pearson 33. We love it! The company was great to work with; and we'll definitely be using them again when it comes time for other replacements! We won the first race we used the sail in, with a second over the regatta weekend. Also won the second regatta we used it in! Racing season is over here in Nashville, but I can't wait to break out the shiny new black sail in the Fall!
I love crispy new sails! My favorite headsail on my J28 was a high clewed 125. It was almost self tacking and easy to see under. Good luck on your passage.
We just order new sails from Precision & production starts today. They were wonderful to work with and it was much easier than I anticipated. What sailcloth did you use? Can't wait to get our's & see how your's sail! Have fun with the new crinkly sails!
Over the last few months I have been watching your videos from the begining and of course watching your current ones. I love the whistling at the end. I never tire of hearing it. Who did the recording?
Really enjoyed watching your adventures, don’t know if this will be helpful to you guys but I’ve always run a length of gaffer tape along my battens so if they blow out and shatter in the pockets you can get them all out without leaving shards in the pocket which go on to damage the sail
Make the old sails into uma swag. Cut 1ftx1ft squres. Stamp themwith a uma logo and sign the pieces and sell them for 20 each 👍🏼. Sailing Malala did that. It is awsome to have a piece 👍🏼
Had just finished writing the prev comment when Dan said. We are using the old as backups 👍🏼😀 didnt want to delete the comment. Aleays good to have a backup.
Once you're ready to part ways with your old sails, you might want to have them made into accessories to sell in your shop. That's what they did over at Tula's Endless Summer. They sold out pretty quickly.
Hey Lagoon, Fountaine-Pajot, Sunreef, Leopard, Catana, Balance, Privilege, HH, Seawind, etc..., You are letting Outremer show YOU all up! Offer UMA a new Cat!!!!!
I feel you missed an opportunity to have your logo on one or both of the sails. Unless there is a ruling or sailing etiquette that this doesn't happen, you can tell me otherwise. All what I have learnt about sailing is from you. Thank you for sharing the Impossible Dream in a previous step. It is the option I am looking at for a sailing boat, as I am a wheelchair user. I adapted my motorcycles to carry on riding. Stay safe and well.
Hi Uma's Love your videos, big fan ! ... Have you considered protecting the new headsail in a lazybag, zipbag ? Ofcourse you have... ? But why have you chosen not to ? I keeps the sail dry and out of the sun... and easy to handle.
Good having new sails , we just did the same , why your foot so high off the deck , ours is all most on the deck giving low aspect and we made longer batons and tensioned them in the pocket to give pre built shape in the sail , works perfect
Yes but they said their 135 was too heavy, Which is valid. I prefer a 135 and a 90, separate, hank on, but if they're the wrong weight they're going to be next to useless: a 90 that's too light will just get shredded, a 135 or spinnaker that's too heavy won't hold its shape in light winds. 2 properly weighed white sails up front plus one symmetric spinnaker (useful at a broader range of angles and wind speed than an asym, and quite single handable on a boat their size), and a set of storm sails would be my choice. As for the furler, I've had a bad experience with a roller furler, was scared for life, I religiously hank from the bag and besides the walk up to the bow (which I think is prudent anyways) it really doesn't take any longer to set or retrieve sails(if they were stowed properly); only the sail change will be noticeably slower with the hanks. My 2¢.
i love these videos so much! you can see that so much work goes in to every one. any chance you'll be coming by the west coast of scotland in the future? brilliant cruising over here!!
Dan, at 10:26 I see you using lock wire. It appears that the wire is pulling to the left. On such a small shackle it shouldn't be an issue, but pulling to the right is preferred. Righty tighty.
When measuring, it's better not to have an additive error such as measuring one meter over and over. I've used Spectra fishing line to stretch out over the distance (really easy to play out and wind up on an old fishing reel), then go round and round 2 screws put in the dock to measure out 10 feet at a time, then just measure and add on the final bit. This is actually even better than the long measuring tape because they actually stretch appreciably. I couldn't tell what the hell the true length was with one of those.
wow you both always keep suppressing me! amazing new sails! great thinking, Dan you always do triple check on all! Kika your to sweet that's way bugs etc love you so much! and get a new wine glass 🍷👍⛵️🌎💪
High latitude sailors (especially those in aluminum hulls) have been using wood-burning stoves for ages to keep their boats dry. Few people understand how much moisture is actually present in human respiration... The stove is a terrific addition! However, It seems odd to me, that after carefully explaining that your headsail (genoa) was stretched, misshapen, and ill-fitting for your purposes, that you would use it as a template for measurements in specifying a new sail from Precision?? Wouldn't the foretriangle dimensions (taking account of the roller furling gear) be more appropriate? I hope it works out... W
Just about everything you said about your sail describes mine. Is it my time? My first boat was a Pearson 26OD. Hope you don't miss the Pearson logo on your sail. They do look gorgeous.
Great video, some of the best I've seen in these sailing shows. Bit of advice, learn how to do voice overs. Its much better, as far as flow and look of the show, than constantly cutting to you guys to explain what's going on. Just advice from an old television director. Good sailing!
Thanks for the tip. We used to voice over every video in the beginning because we were very shy talking to the camera. But we try very hard to avoid that now. We’re not trying to make a discover documentary. It’s true that some prefer the voice over style, but that’s the joy of being our own bosses, we get to make the videos the way we want to and just hope others enjoy our style.
@@SailingUma And the videos are very good. Love the angles, you guys are obviously interested in being creative. BTW, I found you guys because of your episode on Sailing Doodles.
since I'm not a sailor.... yawn.... but still love you and the videos LoL .... to Kiki especially and total off subject, have you or do you take your vitamins? like B1 ? not sure how effective it would be on no-see-ums, but it really does a job on gnats here... like a force field around you... yes, a few years ago had to dig up sod in the back yard... apparently as you perspire the B1 comes out and they don't like the smell... it really did work.. ok, Dan you can take it too... check it out on the net, I can vouch for its effective personally.... as always, be safe.... Tim and Cat
Nice video. As always you get an impressive amount of work done in a short time. Do you like the texture of your Kiwi-Grip? How does it feel on bare feet? Does it provide enough friction with a rubber soled shoe?
It's great. You can control how much texture you put on, so on deck, it's a bit rougher than on the cockpit seats. It's soft under barefoot and had AMAZING grip with boat shoes on. So much better the molded gel coat.
I have to say you guys (Kika) have been become great video creators. Of all the sailing vids that I follow, yours contain a nice mix of what I think most of us want to see...Sailing, DIY, and general fun. I've always been impressed with your ability to just figure things out and perform maintenance and upgrades like pros, but your videos are now professional quality. Keep going! You're an inspiration. If you make it to Baltimore, MD or Newport, RI (depending on the time of year) please message me, i'd love to meet you guys and buy you a beer. Cheers!
How do you get your registration numbers put on the main sail? I'm guessing the sail manufacturer doesn't do that since you don't have them on the new ones. I'll be looking for that answer while I chug along the season.
If your going north you should each get a head bug net anyways. I'm telling you dab some tea trea oil around the ears, etc and bugs nor more. The sails are nice looking. : )peace
I can't seem to find anyone asking this question, so I just have to. Is this a custom sailboat. Is this the first sailboat of this exact design to need new sails? If the answer to those questions is "no"...then why measure? Do you need to measure a car to find the appropriate tires for that exact model? I just don't understand why the "exact" measurements are not already available out here on the world wide google or in Precisions database.
Each model year of every boat is slightly different. Some newer boats have their rig measurements available, but ours is 50yrs old. Had had mast, boom and rig work, so even if there were measurements from the factory, they would be different that our set up. It’s not like a pair of tires, it’s more like a suit. Sure you can get one off the rack, but they fit sooooo much better when they’re tailor made.
what hspoend to the old sail and other parts you take off the boat ( like the first electric motor? ) Are there boat salvage stores at the marina , where you can leave unnecessary parts snd you could take something else you need ?
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Hold the phone Sailing Uma that was the biggest tease award right there. You just decided to keep us on hold for a whole week just like that. Happy sails, oh wait until next week lol
So how about an UMA logo on each new sail? You are going to love those new sails, can't wait to see you test drive them!
Awesome video guys! Great walkthrough of the process of ordering new sails, and measuring too. Creative idea to use the Dyneema line as a makeshift tape measure. Can't wait to see them in use!
Precision Sails, I really hope you have added a waist height measurement to the slider section of your main order form. An area to include any markings on the slugs would be great too, as that can help customers tell you what slides they need. I have not been able to use my new main from you for almost 2 months because it came with slides that did not fit, and I still have not received replacements! I chose Precision in part because of your reputation for great customer service, which I found to be true, until I had a problem, and since then, it's been horrible at best.
Tim Webb I apologize for our team dropping the ball on this problem. Proper procedure wasn’t followed which resulted in the delay in rectifying the issue. Your new sliders have been expressed shipped. As mentioned in both the voicemail and email please call to discuss how we can make this error up to you.
Nevermind, I fixed it myself. Just change that order form to reflect slug waist height, as well as a space to enter any info stamped on the existing slugs, and we're good.
😍😍The crunch from the sails😍😍
I love the crinkly sound of fresh sails. Great job on these videos
Have you gone back and watched any of your really old videos? You two have come a really long way, in all regards. It's pretty amazing to watch :) Congrats on the new sails!
And their keel hasn’t fallen off
@@robertgarbe6348 yeah they reglassed their hull stringers in one or two days. Mads on Sail Life is spending months on his!
Lots of the sailing channels I watch have ordered from Precision. They all say exactly what you said.
Easy to follow measuring instructions, top quality fabric & reinforcement, excellent service.
Not one complaint . I'm sure you'll love yours too , so now all you need is some wind :)
Englishman inFrance They totally screwed up my main, and took it right back and remade it not questions asked. So even if it is not perfect, they make it right.
Congratulations on your new sails, and for explaining the process of ordering. Thank You for sharing, a very informative video. Safe travels.
This is a neat video. I got to see how the Garden looked before the Wood Stove was installed. It's amazing that they can make precision sails for a boat without having to actually be at the boat to measure. You guys are so smart and creative. Happy Trails
Thank you for this channel. It has been a breath of fresh air during these early stages of the virus’ social distancing.
Ahhhh...crunchy dacron. One of my favorite sounds
Doing a binge watch to catch up. Uma’s got her new dress... nice.
I used them for my Genoa - and I had exactly the same experience. They are amazing!
Congratulations on everything. Cant wait to see the new sail in function
Can’t wait to see the new sails in action
Boat work videos are my personal favorite, love seeing you guys transform and upgrade your home!
Ah! The crackle and smell of new sails. Something like new bank notes!! There's a connection there somewhere?
The sound of crisp sails. Great looking sails and you two will be set for the long haul.
The ergonomics of your boat are excellent.
Awesome new sails! Precision Sails Rocks the sailing world! Cheers!
Slick draft lines on the genny! Looking SHARP!
We just replaced the sails on the Sarah Lynne. We also purchased our main and genoa from Precision Sails. It was a great experience and we were very pleased with the results. Enjoy the new sails and hope to catch up with you this summer.
Thank you Kika and Dan. New sails must feel like new sheets on the bed. Can't wait to see them in action. Take care and have a good weekend.
Sweet, Uma's got new sails! Very spiffy! More power!
What's next, new shoes for Dan?
( We worry about you, buddy.)
But Dan doesn't wear shoes.... how about just some new nail polish to pretty up his feet :)
Love these two... they are a huge inspiration for my plans in 12 years (retirement)
@@mitt31
A little advice here : do not wait till actually retiring to start searching if you plan buying a boat. If you have the space in your backyard, buy one soon and plan working on it. I waited till my retirement at 65 to do longtime dreamed projects including refitting a sail boat. I don't have the stamina now at 67 I used to have even though I'm in good shape and exercise.The difference between being 50 and 65 is terrible.
Good luck man !
@@mitt31 Don't wait! Get started now. If nothing else get a dingy and sail it every chance you get. I waited and missed the boat-literally.
@@mattevans-koch9353 Sorry to hear about that ... i was Marine Composite Technician for 5 years of my life, which will assist me purchasing a boat in roughly 8 years and spend 2 fixing it, and 2 getting my wife used to it while i still work... she has never sailed but wants to try and have a chance to live in the beautiful warm Caribbean ... cheers and hope you can atleast charter a boat some day
@@mitt31 Thank you for the reply. I am slowly building a small skiff to get out on the water but sailing around the world is out of the question. Still, a small boat can be as much fun as a big one. Wish you the best on achieving your goal.
The guys at Precision are the best! I got a Genoa from them back in 2013. They shipped it to Arkansas, where we had our Merit.
They made my new main and did an excellent job. Very helpful.
Last year I purchased a new head sail from Precision Sail. They were great. It's nice to see others are using their sails. Next year I'll be getting a new main sail.
Sails look awesome! Dan, Kika did a good job on your haircut.
Love your videos. However, there was a music track you used in this one that had a sound quite similar to my dog getting ready to barf. Had me looking around for a while. Stay safe.
We have a new laminate racing genoa from Precision for our 1972 Pearson 33. We love it! The company was great to work with; and we'll definitely be using them again when it comes time for other replacements! We won the first race we used the sail in, with a second over the regatta weekend. Also won the second regatta we used it in! Racing season is over here in Nashville, but I can't wait to break out the shiny new black sail in the Fall!
Precision is fantastic= I have three sails from them all great. Trust them.
I really enjoyed this one guys. I love the detail. The sails even SOUND good as they go up.
One of your amazing videos again. I was fully excited to assist you and open the blue bags - fantastic.
I love crispy new sails! My favorite headsail on my J28 was a high clewed 125. It was almost self tacking and easy to see under. Good luck on your passage.
We just order new sails from Precision & production starts today. They were wonderful to work with and it was much easier than I anticipated. What sailcloth did you use? Can't wait to get our's & see how your's sail! Have fun with the new crinkly sails!
can't wait to see those new sheets sailing!
Looking good. Thanks for explaining the new sail process.
Brilliant episode
Thanks for some interesting information... and congrat's on you new sails 😉
Over the last few months I have been watching your videos from the begining and of course watching your current ones. I love the whistling at the end. I never tire of hearing it. Who did the recording?
Really enjoyed watching your adventures, don’t know if this will be helpful to you guys but I’ve always run a length of gaffer tape along my battens so if they blow out and shatter in the pockets you can get them all out without leaving shards in the pocket which go on to damage the sail
Or put battens in long lengths of wide heat shrink
Russell Sandbach good idea,!
Does it have that new car smell 😂😁
Happy for you guys. Can't wait to see how she'll look with all the sails up.
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Great vid! I’ve been enjoying watching you from the beginning of your adventure too.😄⛵️
Fascinating can't wait to see you sailing with them
Make the old sails into uma swag. Cut 1ftx1ft squres. Stamp themwith a uma logo and sign the pieces and sell them for 20 each 👍🏼. Sailing Malala did that. It is awsome to have a piece 👍🏼
Our old sails turned into our back up sails. We have our old back up sails to Beau and Brandy on SV Saoirse.
Had just finished writing the prev comment when Dan said. We are using the old as backups 👍🏼😀 didnt want to delete the comment. Aleays good to have a backup.
@@SailingUma Giving away items that you could sell? Commies! 😈
Also typo...
You got new wheels for Uma congrats
Great job. You two are awesome.
Have precision sails VERY satisfied, real easy to order
Once you're ready to part ways with your old sails, you might want to have them made into accessories to sell in your shop. That's what they did over at Tula's Endless Summer. They sold out pretty quickly.
In the video they said they're keeping them as spares.
Happy for you
Install new sails... I love it 👍⛵
I like the drone, music and well explanation. I wanted a ride though. I'll wait.
I bet lots of local skippers would like to have you out for a sail 🙂
Hey Lagoon, Fountaine-Pajot, Sunreef, Leopard, Catana, Balance, Privilege, HH, Seawind, etc...,
You are letting Outremer show YOU all up! Offer UMA a new Cat!!!!!
Varnish that brightwork! Seriously, good vid. I'll have to order a suit of sails for my boat and your vid is very helpful. Thanks ;D
Those are some really nice shirts you guys are wearing.
I feel you missed an opportunity to have your logo on one or both of the sails.
Unless there is a ruling or sailing etiquette that this doesn't happen, you can tell me otherwise.
All what I have learnt about sailing is from you.
Thank you for sharing the Impossible Dream in a previous step. It is the option I am looking at for a sailing boat, as I am a wheelchair user.
I adapted my motorcycles to carry on riding.
Stay safe and well.
Hi Uma's Love your videos, big fan ! ... Have you considered protecting the new headsail in a lazybag, zipbag ? Ofcourse you have... ? But why have you chosen not to ? I keeps the sail dry and out of the sun... and easy to handle.
Patience friend ;) keep an eye out for tomorrow’s episode.
Awesome. Yep
Good having new sails , we just did the same , why your foot so high off the deck , ours is all most on the deck giving low aspect and we made longer batons and tensioned them in the pocket to give pre built shape in the sail , works perfect
Well done love you guys !!!
If you keep thinking about "too light, too heavy, too big, too small" you can wind up eight or ten sails very quickly! And, a thin wallet.
Yes but they said their 135 was too heavy, Which is valid. I prefer a 135 and a 90, separate, hank on, but if they're the wrong weight they're going to be next to useless: a 90 that's too light will just get shredded, a 135 or spinnaker that's too heavy won't hold its shape in light winds. 2 properly weighed white sails up front plus one symmetric spinnaker (useful at a broader range of angles and wind speed than an asym, and quite single handable on a boat their size), and a set of storm sails would be my choice. As for the furler, I've had a bad experience with a roller furler, was scared for life, I religiously hank from the bag and besides the walk up to the bow (which I think is prudent anyways) it really doesn't take any longer to set or retrieve sails(if they were stowed properly); only the sail change will be noticeably slower with the hanks. My 2¢.
i love these videos so much! you can see that so much work goes in to every one. any chance you'll be coming by the west coast of scotland in the future? brilliant cruising over here!!
Dan, at 10:26 I see you using lock wire. It appears that the wire is pulling to the left. On such a small shackle it shouldn't be an issue, but pulling to the right is preferred. Righty tighty.
Crispy! Nice work.
Kika! all is not lost. In warm climates, you can clean out the fireplace and use it as a"Terrarium" for your plants???
New sails hhmmm cool stuff !!!!!
When measuring, it's better not to have an additive error such as measuring one meter over and over. I've used Spectra fishing line to stretch out over the distance (really easy to play out and wind up on an old fishing reel), then go round and round 2 screws put in the dock to measure out 10 feet at a time, then just measure and add on the final bit. This is actually even better than the long measuring tape because they actually stretch appreciably. I couldn't tell what the hell the true length was with one of those.
The new sails looks great. I can't wait for you to show them in action. Love you guys!
wow you both always keep suppressing me! amazing new sails! great thinking, Dan you always do triple check on all! Kika your to sweet that's way bugs etc love you so much! and get a new wine glass 🍷👍⛵️🌎💪
High latitude sailors (especially those in aluminum hulls) have been using wood-burning stoves for ages to keep their boats dry. Few people understand how much moisture is actually present in human respiration... The stove is a terrific addition!
However, It seems odd to me, that after carefully explaining that your headsail (genoa) was stretched, misshapen, and ill-fitting for your purposes, that you would use it as a template for measurements in specifying a new sail from Precision?? Wouldn't the foretriangle dimensions (taking account of the roller furling gear) be more appropriate? I hope it works out...
W
Just about everything you said about your sail describes mine. Is it my time?
My first boat was a Pearson 26OD. Hope you don't miss the Pearson logo on your sail. They do look gorgeous.
Lookin Good ! 👍✌️✌️
nice video as always
So where you are planning to go and the conditions you plan to sail have you considered adding a staysail on a roller in a cutter configuration
We’ve thought about it. But it’s a lot of work to convert a sloop to a cutter. Running back stays, reinforced chain plates etc. Maybe one day.
I'm sure you have said this somewhere, but what is the whistling jingle? you make that up? so catchy
Julia, one, one pint of that high test would spoil your fun back here in Ontario. I now look at the alcohol content each time. RIDE on....
Nice 👍🏼; Very nice! Enjoy...
A GOOD CUP OF COFFEE OR TEA SUN RISE AND FIRST NEW SAIL SAILING .INJOY. GREAT VIDEOS. FROM STEVE STOTT IN SUTHERLIN OREGON U.S.A.
Great video, some of the best I've seen in these sailing shows. Bit of advice, learn how to do voice overs. Its much better, as far as flow and look of the show, than constantly cutting to you guys to explain what's going on. Just advice from an old television director. Good sailing!
Thanks for the tip. We used to voice over every video in the beginning because we were very shy talking to the camera. But we try very hard to avoid that now. We’re not trying to make a discover documentary. It’s true that some prefer the voice over style, but that’s the joy of being our own bosses, we get to make the videos the way we want to and just hope others enjoy our style.
@@SailingUma And the videos are very good. Love the angles, you guys are obviously interested in being creative. BTW, I found you guys because of your episode on Sailing Doodles.
Keeping the boat ship shape
since I'm not a sailor.... yawn.... but still love you and the videos LoL .... to Kiki especially and total off subject, have you or do you take your vitamins? like B1 ? not sure how effective it would be on no-see-ums, but it really does a job on gnats here... like a force field around you... yes, a few years ago had to dig up sod in the back yard... apparently as you perspire the B1 comes out and they don't like the smell... it really did work.. ok, Dan you can take it too... check it out on the net, I can vouch for its effective personally.... as always, be safe.... Tim and Cat
Interesting ...probably been answered before , but how did he get so knowledgeable in sailing & she is also good at it ???
Living on and sailing a yacht for four or five straight years will probably do that for you.
love your videos, but why don't you get stackpack to protect your new crispy mainsail?
Patience my friend. Don’t ruin the surprise ;)
Goodie then! Looking forward to see the new ease to use stackpack :)@@SailingUma
Nice high clew on the headsail.
You promised a link to your reefing setup. What EVER will I do?!🤪
th-cam.com/video/gob9wOpzzFY/w-d-xo.html
Nice video. As always you get an impressive amount of work done in a short time. Do you like the texture of your Kiwi-Grip? How does it feel on bare feet? Does it provide enough friction with a rubber soled shoe?
It's great. You can control how much texture you put on, so on deck, it's a bit rougher than on the cockpit seats. It's soft under barefoot and had AMAZING grip with boat shoes on. So much better the molded gel coat.
Where are you planning to make landfall when you cross the Atlantic?
I have to say you guys (Kika) have been become great video creators. Of all the sailing vids that I follow, yours contain a nice mix of what I think most of us want to see...Sailing, DIY, and general fun. I've always been impressed with your ability to just figure things out and perform maintenance and upgrades like pros, but your videos are now professional quality. Keep going! You're an inspiration. If you make it to Baltimore, MD or Newport, RI (depending on the time of year) please message me, i'd love to meet you guys and buy you a beer. Cheers!
Hi Guys, what specific cloth and weight did you go with on your genoa? Your help is much appreciated! TvZ
How do you get your registration numbers put on the main sail? I'm guessing the sail manufacturer doesn't do that since you don't have them on the new ones. I'll be looking for that answer while I chug along the season.
I'm sure you can ask the sail maker to do that if you order new sails. But why?
I'm sure you can ask the sail maker to do that if you order new sails. But why?
Nothing like the sound of crinkly new sails.
I'm all for fractioned "small" sail surface. Less muscles needed to handle them and resilience in the long term.
If your going north you should each get a head bug net anyways. I'm telling you dab some tea trea oil around the ears, etc and bugs nor more. The sails are nice looking. : )peace
I can't seem to find anyone asking this question, so I just have to. Is this a custom sailboat. Is this the first sailboat of this exact design to need new sails? If the answer to those questions is "no"...then why measure? Do you need to measure a car to find the appropriate tires for that exact model? I just don't understand why the "exact" measurements are not already available out here on the world wide google or in Precisions database.
Each model year of every boat is slightly different. Some newer boats have their rig measurements available, but ours is 50yrs old. Had had mast, boom and rig work, so even if there were measurements from the factory, they would be different that our set up. It’s not like a pair of tires, it’s more like a suit. Sure you can get one off the rack, but they fit sooooo much better when they’re tailor made.
Any recycled sail swag in Uma's future for sale ?, Oops commented prior to finishing.. Just wishing
Must have been a healthy chunk of change! But a good one!
what hspoend to the old sail and other parts you take off the boat ( like the first electric motor? ) Are there boat salvage stores at the marina , where you can leave unnecessary parts snd you could take something else you need ?
So crispy!
Did you give away your old sails, for example to fisher folk in Haiti?
We've given older sails to other cruisers who needed them. But also keep our old sails as back ups, since we know they fit our boat and work well.
Hi guys.