Im not worried about you. Anyone crazy desperate enough to swim with bull sharks nudging legs while stuffing plastic in the bottom of the boat after lighting strike, and filming it to boot, is a true survivor. What i remember most about you from those days is your incredible generosity. Times were hard but every one who needed anything from what little you had, you gave it away. You have character my man! Carry on!😊
Phil, I am 59 and have lived in Arizona, New Mexico and Nevada all of my life so for me going to sea and sailing off to where I want isn’t in the cards. That’s why I have been following your adventures from the beginning. Your a true man who is brave enough to follow your heart. I wish you only the best future and happy , safe travels. I will be watching.🇺🇸👍🏼
Nice message! ".....59....." If you have a wish, don't quit, you can still sail a lot if you put your mind to it and concentrate on essentials and simplicity.
Totally agree with you in relation to Bluewater sailing. However most cruising Cats spend their lives coastal sailing where creature comforts are rightly more important than pure performance. Context is always important.
plucky I have to say i have more respect for you than any other person on youtube!! Not only do you deal with every problem with full confidence you also try to make sure to keep anyone and everyone around you in the best possible mindset that you can. Like when you and Marguerite got a hole in your boat and even though you knew you were going to loose everything and you still cracked a joke and tried to make her smile . And even though you are one of the best sailors on youtube you never brag about how good you are or how many nautical miles you have sailed. I cant think of another person i would rather have with me on a circumnavigation. Because even if we had to abandon ship in the middle of the ocean you are one of the few people that just having you there would give me full confidence that we would not only survive but also thrive while doing so as well
What a nice thing to say. I went on my long bicycle ride and am now feeling better... but having read your lovely comment, i must admit i am feeling even better....onwards we go my friend....and thanks
I have no experience with this type of thing Plukky, but I think you do make it reasonably understandable. I’ve been through all that you have chosen to share with us Plukky. Take care.
I (platonically) love you! You are such a soul match to me! I'm so bored from so many of all the other sailing channels... I lost my relevant other by death 16 years ago it destroyed my life totally... More or less Sailing Into Freedom and Alluring Arctic are the only sailing channels left I'm really hooked up to...
@@SteifWood Yes, absolute! Erik true matches »The Nautical Superconstellation League (NSL)« guess I should create a badge for this :) ... The NSL Manifesto 1. What We’re About The Nautical Superconstellation League (NSL) brings together sailors, innovators, and enthusiasts who are pushing the boundaries of sailing. We’re all about combining technical skill, sustainable practices, creative expression, and the art of sharing the thrill of sailing with the world. NSL isn’t just a club; it’s a culture built on professionalism, creativity, and a deep love for the ocean. 2. Our Core Values _ Sailing Mastery: We set the bar high when it comes to technical skill, innovation, and nautical expertise. Navigation skills, crisis management, and tactical finesse are at the core of our community. _ Sustainability: We’re committed to eco-friendly sailing. From cutting down on flight miles to protecting our oceans, we lead by example when it comes to responsible living. _ Creative Vibes: NSL celebrates the power of music, film, and visual arts to enhance the sailing experience. A solid music selection and a visually cohesive storytelling style matter just as much as technical performance. _ Innovation: We embrace new tech and fresh ideas that make sailing safer, smarter, and more accessible. The NSL is a platform for pioneers driving the future of sailing. _ Community Spirit: We’re all about sharing knowledge and supporting each other. The NSL is a tight-knit group where we challenge each other to grow and reach new heights. 3. Our Vision for the Future We’re shaping a future where sailing isn’t just about freedom and adventure but also about sustainability and community. With the drive and dedication of our members, the NSL is setting a new standard for the sailing world-one where responsibility and creativity lead the way. We aim to be the beacon of excellence, accountability, and innovation in the sport. 4. No Compromise on Integrity Being part of the NSL isn’t about popularity or flashy numbers. It’s about skill, character, and staying true to the values that matter. We’re not here for the hype; we’re here for real sailors who’ve earned their stripes and are passionate about the craft. 5. Our Code Every member of the NSL commits to a code of respect-for the ocean, for each other, and for the sport. Those who don’t live up to this standard risk their spot in the NSL. Integrity is non-negotiable. 6. Join Us We’re calling out to sailors, innovators, and enthusiasts to be part of this movement, to revolutionize the sailing world and pave the way for a more sustainable future. Through our passion, expertise, and collaboration, we’ll take the sport of sailing to the next level. ... NSL Book of Rules 0. Zero Bullshit 1. Jury Selection (Every 5 Years) // Who Votes? Only full members and Supporting Members get to vote. No outsiders, no fluff. You’re part of the crew, or you’re not. // How the Jury is Scored: The jury members are chosen based on a scorecard that’s all about real value: _ Expertise: You know your way around a boat? Prove it. _ Sustainability: It’s not just about sailing, it’s about sailing smart-less flight miles, more eco-friendly. _ Sailing Skills: Navigation, crisis management, finesse-it’s all about how you handle the seas. _ Innovation: If you’re bringing fresh ideas, we’re listening. _ Entertainment Value: Can you engage and entertain while you sail? It’s more than just handling the boat. _ Visual and Artistic Talent: How you capture your journey matters-photos, videos, the whole vibe. _ Consistency in Music Choices: A great sailing video needs great music-your playlist better match your journey. 2. Endorsement Commission // Who Can Nominate? Only paying members, members on social seats (enthusiasts who can’t afford membership), and Supporting Members can nominate someone for the Endorsement Commission. We keep it real and accessible. // How to Apply: You wanna be part of the commission? Cool. Submit a standardized one-pager introducing yourself to the community. Show us why you deserve a spot. 3. Security Fund // Where the Money Comes From: The Security Fund is fueled by member fees, donations from Supporting Members, and partnerships with brands. But let’s be clear: No product placements, no cheap promotions. Brands get visibility slots, nothing more. // Who Can Tap Into the Fund? If you’re an NSL-Hero actively sailing, or in the middle of a documented build or refit project, and you’re filming it, you can access the fund. Every eligible NSL-Hero gets equal access to the resources. // Supplier Spots: Vendors can apply for special spots offering NSL members exclusive deals. Whether it’s yacht electronics, interior design, coding, film editing-vendors can bring their A-game to our marketplace. Again: NO cheap placements and promotions, the NSL-Heroes rule here! // Marketplace: The NSL marketplace is where vendors put up complex services, and members can get what they need at solid, discounted rates. 4. Protection Against Misuse // Regular Reviews: Both the Jury and the Endorsement Commission get regularly reviewed. They need to live up to NSL values-no favoritism, no shortcuts. // Transparency: Every decision made by the Jury and the Commission is out in the open. The NSL doesn’t hide anything-if you’re making moves, the community sees them.
I am building my own aluminum sailing catamaran and I am no using a naval architect. I borrowed a few friends from the Lockheed Martin ADP to engineer my boat. The final size is going to be between 65'-68' and the internal structure will be built using a combination of welding, adhesive and rivets.
The burning question, us "she" coming back to join the crew? Earlier on there was a clip that suggested she was.. you two had amazing chemistry.. good on ya mate.. true aussie grit.
Great to see Pluckamedies again! He is a reincarnation of Zues, its the lightning...l got sad too watching the old videos, but, lets be honest the best is yet to come Pal . Ive been watching since Moreton Bay and have spent the last two years preparing my Beneteau oceanis 400 1994 to escape Australia. It has changed since you left, its all Rules, Taxes, Dobbers and angry people. I was just assulted by a bike rider getting egg and bacon at 7am on Sunday morning. So, look forward to anchoring up next to you sometime, see you there mate.
Rosie and I had some family down from the north today and we were watching a few of the videos (265-266) where you played the song I wrote Sailing to Freedom. My sister-in-law made the comment of how pretty Margarida is. I hope she is doing well and you also Peter. You are right life moves on but it still good to have memories. Burlington Bill busking on the road and here on You Tube!
Great video as always and a brief look back stranded at sea due to covid boat gets hit by lightning and almost sinks all while you get surrounded by sharks in the darkness of night.. The romance of being at sea
I readied a leopard 46 yesterday, put sails on and such. The increase in sail area came from the boom length. Its so long the boat looks like a yawl. Big thing tried to sweep me off too, but i got forearms like popeye, also on this boat, it was one season old, heading to charter, had cracks in the deck to bridge joint, i mean full split and twisted gel coat. Wild.
My Leopard 46 will do 6.5 knots comfortably in 10 knots in perfect conditions. Feathering props. Think we have around 1700sqft of sail and we are loaded up at 18 tons last time we were in a sling. We did 230 miles in 24 hours not long ago rounding cape hatteras avg wind spd was up around 25 following seas and conservatively reefed. She works for me! Deren
@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM well... It's shittier. 😆 But with it's high bridge deck she actually does pretty well to windward. The biggest issue for upwind performance is the job sheet car position. You just can't pinch it in tight enough. I have come up with a creative way to use a block and my lazy sheet to pull it tighter to windward. In the configuration she will sail at 35 apparent up to about 6 or 7 knots. I've seen a VMG of 5 knots. That's in a protected bay. At sea in chop, 5 ft or so, I find that 55 apparent is sweet spot and can get around a 3 to 4 VMG. So really terrible into weather at sea. And it's all about momentum. Stuffing the bow into waves just crushes a cats ability to make headway. I think this is where waterline really comes into play. Because being light really hurts a boats ability to go to weather because of the momentum aspect. Easy solution, don't go to weather. Ha. 🥂
-G-force schionning are true performance cats and also his son,Craig,did a single model Spirited 48 (named Roam) -Now the Current marine are doing the fastest in the worls one,based on schionning model. - Orc 57 ex Marsaudon Composite also true performance cats along with the Rapido 60 & 53 xs tri and Dragonfly 40
I looked at the DeVillers website to get the numbers for delos and the other similar boats up there. Something about those numbers does not add up. It's like they published the fully loaded weight of the boat instead of the light ship weight. Either that or they are using drastically different thickness of materials or the design of the structure is massively different..... Which could be worth a video in itself
Looks like David has had to compromise a lot to keep the orders going. I know he got hacked off with _Elcie's_ new owners 'cause they ruined her performance with heavy clutter!
Bro, no one is racing you. I enjoy the cruising channele and the competitive channels... you and Delos have nothing except aluminum. Love both channels keep up the great work
Ya who cares whos boat is lighter or faster, Plucky needs to focus on his boat and not worry about the others, He just sounds jealous and bitter, Move on man!!
You have had some pretty good luck (that I know of) with the type of peoples you have had as crew over the time I’ve been watching. Some have been true classics
Plucks ~ I was looking at the profile of Bri-yawn's proposed vessel earlier today, still _shocked_ that David put his name to that. It should be at _least_ 8 feet more in the waterline, I say 10 to really manage the INEVITABLE payload. _GOODONYA!_
Yes Briyawn is a pretty boring fella, it's been funny to watch him struggling in the workshop environment. I bet the Stradbroke yacht guys say a lot more than we get shown, we know Aussie work places revolve around taking the piss out of each other.
Different people, different priorities = different boats. BTW - Brian's channel is closing on 1m subscribers, so he's clearly not boring. Maybe just to you. I like his channel. I like Plukky' too. Brian (with kids on board) might just leave a bigger margin of safety when passage planning and not need the extra performance. Informative debate is one thing, but getting personal is another.
@@AndrewMaloney-zi3hi I've got 3 decades in multihulls and aluminium boat construction and I know what David D. does and doesn't (or didn't) want his boats to perform like - which is why he favors the ketch rig. Plucky knows what I mean.
The James family have just cut their fixed keels of their Al cat because they found they were missalighned and were towed out...slowing it down..a lot.
Hi, after seeing you onboard Jupiter2 and the praise you had for the Mumby 48 it would be interesting to see how the Mumby 48 compares to the other catamarans you discuss here. I have no bias one or the other way, its give and take, i understands that. But here is so little information about the Mumby 48 and how it compares and since you know about the Mumby and have been on at least one i was hoping you would include it here..
The saying "if I didn't have bad luck... I'd have no luck at all!"... there is another saying... "if I didn't have a screen to watch some Bob Hope on ... I'd have no Hope!"...😂
Blast from the past, I enjoyed that. If it’s not to emotionally difficult 😢 maybe some more of that segmented into regularly scheduled welding and grinding.
Covid sucked no doubt and everyone has a sad story even me but at some point we all need to move forward and just get on with life. I know it is hard and watching to old videos brings back the memories of a difficult time but they also remind us of how important it is to enjoy life and find joy whenever you can because we all have just so long to enjoy it. So take a deep breath and keep going, life is not a race to win a prise it is the race that is the prise. Get stuck in Plucky and enjoy the race 😁!
I think it's pretty well accepted that a mono cruiser will always be faster than a cat cruiser. So the comparison is a non-argument. If you are an experienced sailor you'll be used to a boat heeling. But if you're new to cruising and want a more stable platform you'll likely go for a cat. Two YT channels (Delos & Zatara) started in mono and are switched to cats for personal reasons probably based on comfort, space, and stability. Cats never compared favourable in the past because they were notoriously poorly manufactured - particularly in a structural sense, (Sailing Parley).
Agreed, most cruising cats are too heavy and average 5. 5 knots but there is a small growing trend of performance cat cruisers getting much better performance...depending on how you want to push. My friend undercanvass's his light catamaran and still does 8 knots...big difference to 5.5
Well i don't have anything to pay with in the first place so good luck to them...peter means rock which is like stone, good luck on getting any blood from me
Plukky, Thanks for keeping it real and everything happens for a reason. Despite your challenges the Odisea 48 build is a blessing, so good things do happen. :o)
A trip down memory lane that certainly had it's up's and downs over the years for you. Hopefully you still keep in touch with Margarita and can give her a call and touch bases.
WTF? Have you never had someone you have ACTUALLY loved whom you were going to marry trample all over your heart? Hell no! These so called divorced or split couples who see each other all the time... What BS. I'll bet most of them were either NEVER in love to begin with or are still in love with each other but due to pure selfishness are apart as nothing was ever settled and its in limbo like cowards running away. Those that end, truly end; hell no you do not want to see them or hear from them EVER.
I should have watched this before I went to the Annapolis Sailboat Show yesterday. I was hoping you would be there, but I understand the economics did not allow that. Thanks for the info and good luck.
It would be interesting to have all parameters presented as a range rather than a specific point on a chart. Most of those values overlap and as you say, there isn't much into them but from a sale point of view. At the bottom of your performance chart as you say one may conclude that heavier catamarans have a higher comfort and handling confidence. A value much appreciated by sailors in need of rested cruising. Sailing into Freedom completely ignore that factor.
I have done it all in other episodes. I am still amazed about how people delude themselves... how many couches do you need on a boat? How high is the boom, how high has the mast been made to compensate for such a terrible SA to Displ ratio, how fat are the hulls, how well can it point, how much windage does it have, how heavy is it, where is the center of effort of the sail....yes you get couches and 3 toilets but you get every single other negative possible but keep dreaming
@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, abbreviated DBT, might be effective address your splitting. It might give you a more balanced perspective.
This might have been better as two vids... the emotional jump cut from Margarita to maths was pretty... weird. Hope you are well. The bike rides sound good.
Hay mate, take a break if you can. I look at you as an amazing bloke. Special bloke.I had the means I'd donate in a heart beat! Your going to do it ! And yes it means somthing, it's not a waste of time. Worried about you. That's if I had the means, not got glass's on
We are all winners until in bad weather we realise there is no fineness to our hulls, our drag is too great, our windage is too high, the boom is too high, the cente of effort of our sails is too high, our pointing ability is zero, and then we become a prisoner of fate
and here I was thinking you were trying to be nice and make friends with people in the industry.... You're dead right-- the numbers only lie when people make 'em up! Light weight, slim hulls and don't overfill them or make the bridgedeck cabin too big is the way to go! Phil
No, he does it as clickbait. Needs more views and subscribers to get sponsors. I don’t understand why he doesn’t get money working using his sailing and mechanical experience.
Just curious, here in Montana, about Margarida's health. It appeared she didn't have seasickness on the cat that was destroyed, but it caught her on the mono... or, was there something more? I respect your privacy... inquiring minds just want to know.
Just watched an episode you did with life on Jupiter, it was about a mumby 48 cat, you seemed incredibly impressed with the cat I’m just wondering why you never mention the mumby 48 and why it doesn’t feature on any of your graphs or comparisons.
You were lucky.. I had to live in shoe box in middle of the road. You know I'm joking right 🙂 Performance - more power people, 2000HP diesel, except no substitutes
@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM Well maybe not 2000HP, but even so you will need an electric motor/generator/s/combined, maybe two and the batteries. So how many batteries, enough for the longest time you envisage using them and what does that weigh?
The wildman of the sea but he is very Plucky. I hope we all see a race between the boats. I have seen boats that should never win, win down to seamanship. Plus mate get your hair cut may cost you .01 of a Knot. HAHAHA
never a dull moment , thats why i like your channel , no bells or whistles , half survival , how to fix with mcgyver tool kit lol .oh and the humour people .hurry up with the boat before putin nukes us all
Go Plukky go if anyone can do this you can. And from my experience manufacturers of any product lie thru their back teeth. That’s why we have maths and physics
I enjoyed the Barefoot Doctors reply to all this nonsense about performance being the only thing that matters , weight matters for speed , and like I said before poor seamanship sinks more boats than the boat being slow
Why did they only show performance boats up side down? There are many other catamarans also up side down....mmm why didn't they show those? Unbiased reporting. I suggest you keep following their advice...and good luck....
@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM I think they gave a very good commonsense broad minded opinion based on all relevant factors , far too many biased opinions that are bought and paid for with sponsorship on TH-cam. Now get back to work and stop wasting time replying to the peanut gallery hahahaha
Nice to see Margarita again, and trust me bud, I get, I hate my ex for everything she cost me, but I miss my boat and our life on there. Can you believe my divorce is finally going to be finalized next week, it took 2 years...can't wait for it to over and move on.
Im not worried about you. Anyone crazy desperate enough to swim with bull sharks nudging legs while stuffing plastic in the bottom of the boat after lighting strike, and filming it to boot, is a true survivor. What i remember most about you from those days is your incredible generosity. Times were hard but every one who needed anything from what little you had, you gave it away. You have character my man! Carry on!😊
Those people were very poor and something small for me meant the world to them so how could i not?
Excellent review of that crazy ordeal…I was with u both all the way baby!
Phil, I am 59 and have lived in Arizona, New Mexico and Nevada all of my life so for me going to sea and sailing off to where I want isn’t in the cards. That’s why I have been following your adventures from the beginning. Your a true man who is brave enough to follow your heart. I wish you only the best future and happy , safe travels. I will be watching.🇺🇸👍🏼
What a lovely thing to say
Nice message!
".....59....."
If you have a wish, don't quit, you can still sail a lot if you put your mind to it and concentrate on essentials and simplicity.
😂his name is peter
That is when I plan to start, though I grew up sailing. Never too old to start.
ahhhh, Margarita, not sure what to say but life moves forward and the best is yet to come
Totally agree with you in relation to Bluewater sailing. However most cruising Cats spend their lives coastal sailing where creature comforts are rightly more important than pure performance. Context is always important.
Yes, they should be named Coastal--cats, I've been calling them condo-cats.
plucky I have to say i have more respect for you than any other person on youtube!!
Not only do you deal with every problem with full confidence you also try to make sure to keep anyone and everyone around you in the best possible mindset that you can. Like when you and Marguerite got a hole in your boat and even though you knew you were going to loose everything and you still cracked a joke and tried to make her smile . And even though you are one of the best sailors on youtube you never brag about how good you are or how many nautical miles you have sailed. I cant think of another person i would rather have with me on a circumnavigation. Because even if we had to abandon ship in the middle of the ocean you are one of the few people that just having you there would give me full confidence that we would not only survive but also thrive while doing so as well
What a nice thing to say. I went on my long bicycle ride and am now feeling better... but having read your lovely comment, i must admit i am feeling even better....onwards we go my friend....and thanks
People chill out.
He’s not serious about the challenge.
Do you know what a parody is ?
Wow ... someone understands. Top stuff
Everyone loved margarita
She winched and wined about everything I couldn't stand listening to her
i didnt, everything that happened with her, i saw coming.
@@gerardno2479 💯 couldn't get her way
I have no experience with this type of thing Plukky, but I think you do make it reasonably understandable. I’ve been through all that you have chosen to share with us Plukky. Take care.
I (platonically) love you! You are such a soul match to me! I'm so bored from so many of all the other sailing channels... I lost my relevant other by death 16 years ago it destroyed my life totally...
More or less Sailing Into Freedom and Alluring Arctic are the only sailing channels left I'm really hooked up to...
Agree, but maybe add NBJS ... when Erik decides to go through some new stormy seas?
@@SteifWood
Yes, absolute! Erik true matches »The Nautical Superconstellation League (NSL)« guess I should create a badge for this :)
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The NSL Manifesto
1. What We’re About
The Nautical Superconstellation League (NSL) brings together sailors, innovators, and enthusiasts who are pushing the boundaries of sailing. We’re all about combining technical skill, sustainable practices, creative expression, and the art of sharing the thrill of sailing with the world. NSL isn’t just a club; it’s a culture built on professionalism, creativity, and a deep love for the ocean.
2. Our Core Values
_ Sailing Mastery: We set the bar high when it comes to technical skill, innovation, and nautical expertise. Navigation skills, crisis management, and tactical finesse are at the core of our community.
_ Sustainability: We’re committed to eco-friendly sailing. From cutting down on flight miles to protecting our oceans, we lead by example when it comes to responsible living.
_ Creative Vibes: NSL celebrates the power of music, film, and visual arts to enhance the sailing experience. A solid music selection and a visually cohesive storytelling style matter just as much as technical performance.
_ Innovation: We embrace new tech and fresh ideas that make sailing safer, smarter, and more accessible. The NSL is a platform for pioneers driving the future of sailing.
_ Community Spirit: We’re all about sharing knowledge and supporting each other. The NSL is a tight-knit group where we challenge each other to grow and reach new heights.
3. Our Vision for the Future
We’re shaping a future where sailing isn’t just about freedom and adventure but also about sustainability and community. With the drive and dedication of our members, the NSL is setting a new standard for the sailing world-one where responsibility and creativity lead the way. We aim to be the beacon of excellence, accountability, and innovation in the sport.
4. No Compromise on Integrity
Being part of the NSL isn’t about popularity or flashy numbers. It’s about skill, character, and staying true to the values that matter. We’re not here for the hype; we’re here for real sailors who’ve earned their stripes and are passionate about the craft.
5. Our Code
Every member of the NSL commits to a code of respect-for the ocean, for each other, and for the sport. Those who don’t live up to this standard risk their spot in the NSL. Integrity is non-negotiable.
6. Join Us
We’re calling out to sailors, innovators, and enthusiasts to be part of this movement, to revolutionize the sailing world and pave the way for a more sustainable future. Through our passion, expertise, and collaboration, we’ll take the sport of sailing to the next level.
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NSL Book of Rules
0. Zero Bullshit
1. Jury Selection (Every 5 Years)
// Who Votes?
Only full members and Supporting Members get to vote. No outsiders, no fluff. You’re part of the crew, or you’re not.
// How the Jury is Scored:
The jury members are chosen based on a scorecard that’s all about real value:
_ Expertise: You know your way around a boat? Prove it.
_ Sustainability: It’s not just about sailing, it’s about sailing smart-less flight miles, more eco-friendly.
_ Sailing Skills: Navigation, crisis management, finesse-it’s all about how you handle the seas.
_ Innovation: If you’re bringing fresh ideas, we’re listening.
_ Entertainment Value: Can you engage and entertain while you sail? It’s more than just handling the boat.
_ Visual and Artistic Talent: How you capture your journey matters-photos, videos, the whole vibe.
_ Consistency in Music Choices: A great sailing video needs great music-your playlist better match your journey.
2. Endorsement Commission
// Who Can Nominate?
Only paying members, members on social seats (enthusiasts who can’t afford membership), and Supporting Members can nominate someone for the Endorsement Commission. We keep it real and accessible.
// How to Apply:
You wanna be part of the commission? Cool. Submit a standardized one-pager introducing yourself to the community. Show us why you deserve a spot.
3. Security Fund
// Where the Money Comes From:
The Security Fund is fueled by member fees, donations from Supporting Members, and partnerships with brands. But let’s be clear: No product placements, no cheap promotions. Brands get visibility slots, nothing more.
// Who Can Tap Into the Fund?
If you’re an NSL-Hero actively sailing, or in the middle of a documented build or refit project, and you’re filming it, you can access the fund. Every eligible NSL-Hero gets equal access to the resources.
// Supplier Spots:
Vendors can apply for special spots offering NSL members exclusive deals. Whether it’s yacht electronics, interior design, coding, film editing-vendors can bring their A-game to our marketplace. Again: NO cheap placements and promotions, the NSL-Heroes rule here!
// Marketplace:
The NSL marketplace is where vendors put up complex services, and members can get what they need at solid, discounted rates.
4. Protection Against Misuse
// Regular Reviews:
Both the Jury and the Endorsement Commission get regularly reviewed. They need to live up to NSL values-no favoritism, no shortcuts.
// Transparency: Every decision made by the Jury and the Commission is out in the open. The NSL doesn’t hide anything-if you’re making moves, the community sees them.
Thank you for the comment. I appreciate the love....i think you need to get on a boat... any boat and just sail.... you will become happy very quickly
I am building my own aluminum sailing catamaran and I am no using a naval architect. I borrowed a few friends from the Lockheed Martin ADP to engineer my boat. The final size is going to be between 65'-68' and the internal structure will be built using a combination of welding, adhesive and rivets.
Good for you. Sounds dreamy
The burning question, us "she" coming back to join the crew? Earlier on there was a clip that suggested she was.. you two had amazing chemistry.. good on ya mate.. true aussie grit.
Great to see Pluckamedies again! He is a reincarnation of Zues, its the lightning...l got sad too watching the old videos, but, lets be honest the best is yet to come Pal . Ive been watching since Moreton Bay and have spent the last two years preparing my Beneteau oceanis 400 1994 to escape Australia. It has changed since you left, its all Rules, Taxes, Dobbers and angry people. I was just assulted by a bike rider getting egg and bacon at 7am on Sunday morning. So, look forward to anchoring up next to you sometime, see you there mate.
Sure...will do a bbq on the beach. I will bring the fish
Rosie and I had some family down from the north today and we were watching a few of the videos (265-266) where you played the song I wrote Sailing to Freedom. My sister-in-law made the comment of how pretty Margarida is. I hope she is doing well and you also Peter. You are right life moves on but it still good to have memories. Burlington Bill busking on the road and here on You Tube!
The best song ever Bill. I need to play it more
@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM Good on ya! Travel safe.
Great video as always and a brief look back stranded at sea due to covid boat gets hit by lightning and almost sinks all while you get surrounded by sharks in the darkness of night.. The romance of being at sea
I find it difficult that the Delos cat is level in the stats with that heathen block of flats Doodle dudes monstrosity, that can't be right surely
I readied a leopard 46 yesterday, put sails on and such. The increase in sail area came from the boom length. Its so long the boat looks like a yawl. Big thing tried to sweep me off too, but i got forearms like popeye, also on this boat, it was one season old, heading to charter, had cracks in the deck to bridge joint, i mean full split and twisted gel coat. Wild.
Best vids- Plukky simply speaking the Truth🎯 Facts have No Feelings.
My Leopard 46 will do 6.5 knots comfortably in 10 knots in perfect conditions. Feathering props. Think we have around 1700sqft of sail and we are loaded up at 18 tons last time we were in a sling. We did 230 miles in 24 hours not long ago rounding cape hatteras avg wind spd was up around 25 following seas and conservatively reefed. She works for me!
Deren
Deren my friend from Too Short....he saved me during my Covid part 2 good people... understood, what about shitty conditions?
@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM well... It's shittier. 😆 But with it's high bridge deck she actually does pretty well to windward. The biggest issue for upwind performance is the job sheet car position. You just can't pinch it in tight enough. I have come up with a creative way to use a block and my lazy sheet to pull it tighter to windward. In the configuration she will sail at 35 apparent up to about 6 or 7 knots. I've seen a VMG of 5 knots. That's in a protected bay. At sea in chop, 5 ft or so, I find that 55 apparent is sweet spot and can get around a 3 to 4 VMG. So really terrible into weather at sea. And it's all about momentum. Stuffing the bow into waves just crushes a cats ability to make headway. I think this is where waterline really comes into play. Because being light really hurts a boats ability to go to weather because of the momentum aspect. Easy solution, don't go to weather. Ha. 🥂
True, just sail out of the way into finer conditions
Thanks Plukky. You've had some tough breaks, but you're better for it as hard as it has been. In a crunch, my money is on you.
We can't control what life throws at us, we can control how we react to it. And you sir understand that way more than most.
-G-force schionning are true performance cats and also his son,Craig,did a single model Spirited 48 (named Roam)
-Now the Current marine are doing the fastest in the worls one,based on schionning model.
- Orc 57 ex Marsaudon Composite also true performance cats along with the Rapido 60 & 53 xs tri and Dragonfly 40
Performance cruiser not a performance catamaran
@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM So a performance monohull ?
I looked at the DeVillers website to get the numbers for delos and the other similar boats up there.
Something about those numbers does not add up. It's like they published the fully loaded weight of the boat instead of the light ship weight.
Either that or they are using drastically different thickness of materials or the design of the structure is massively different..... Which could be worth a video in itself
Looks like David has had to compromise a lot to keep the orders going. I know he got hacked off with _Elcie's_ new owners 'cause they ruined her performance with heavy clutter!
Go watch the Delos videos about Delos 2.0 . Then you will see why it's so heavy.
Ask Brian. I think he went with thicker plate below WL
It was a nice reminder of the past few years. I started watching at the start of Covid when I wondered how cruisers were managing.
entertaining even without the cutting and welding lol
Bro, no one is racing you. I enjoy the cruising channele and the competitive channels... you and Delos have nothing except aluminum. Love both channels keep up the great work
Ya who cares whos boat is lighter or faster, Plucky needs to focus on his boat and not worry about the others, He just sounds jealous and bitter, Move on man!!
Goodonya Plukky ⚡️⚡️🤙Stay the course, you will get there🧿🇦🇺
I'm so sorry you've been through so much Plukky! Hopefully you won't have to go through old episodes again anytime soon 🤗💕
Don't be sorry...or just about M only ...hard times make the journey
Our thoughts are always with you buddy
Always on my side ...top stuff Eric
good refreshment after only welding, grinding, mix is more interesting
You have had some pretty good luck (that I know of) with the type of peoples you have had as crew over the time I’ve been watching. Some have been true classics
True... but i had a good vetting procedure
Plucks ~ I was looking at the profile of Bri-yawn's proposed vessel earlier today, still _shocked_ that David put his name to that. It should be at _least_ 8 feet more in the waterline, I say 10 to really manage the INEVITABLE payload. _GOODONYA!_
Yes Briyawn is a pretty boring fella, it's been funny to watch him struggling in the workshop environment. I bet the Stradbroke yacht guys say a lot more than we get shown, we know Aussie work places revolve around taking the piss out of each other.
Different people, different priorities = different boats. BTW - Brian's channel is closing on 1m subscribers, so he's clearly not boring. Maybe just to you. I like his channel. I like Plukky' too. Brian (with kids on board) might just leave a bigger margin of safety when passage planning and not need the extra performance. Informative debate is one thing, but getting personal is another.
@@AndrewMaloney-zi3hi Plucky just sounds jealous and bitter!!
@@AndrewMaloney-zi3hi I've got 3 decades in multihulls and aluminium boat construction and I know what David D. does and doesn't (or didn't) want his boats to perform like - which is why he favors the ketch rig. Plucky knows what I mean.
Yes i am so bitter.??? Certainly stressed though with the problems that i am showing plus the problems i cannot show on youtube
I love the math.
Math doesn't lie.
Thanks for sharing.
The James family have just cut their fixed keels of their Al cat because they found they were missalighned and were towed out...slowing it down..a lot.
Hi, after seeing you onboard Jupiter2 and the praise you had for the Mumby 48 it would be interesting to see how the Mumby 48 compares to the other catamarans you discuss here. I have no bias one or the other way, its give and take, i understands that. But here is so little information about the Mumby 48 and how it compares and since you know about the Mumby and have been on at least one i was hoping you would include it here..
One of your best videos, very touching, your time will come, rest assured!
The saying "if I didn't have bad luck... I'd have no luck at all!"... there is another saying... "if I didn't have a screen to watch some Bob Hope on ... I'd have no Hope!"...😂
She is a treasure....I was gonna write something motivational but I got nothing...hell I wonder she's up to and I never knew her...
Another inspirational video Peter, well done for calling out the BS in the boat market esp from the manufacturers.
It was great to see your old Vid clips, you certainly have gone through heaps and come out the other side smiling. Good Onya Peter
Blast from the past, I enjoyed that. If it’s not to emotionally difficult 😢 maybe some more of that segmented into regularly scheduled welding and grinding.
Covid sucked no doubt and everyone has a sad story even me but at some point we all need to move forward and just get on with life. I know it is hard and watching to old videos brings back the memories of a difficult time but they also remind us of how important it is to enjoy life and find joy whenever you can because we all have just so long to enjoy it. So take a deep breath and keep going, life is not a race to win a prise it is the race that is the prise. Get stuck in Plucky and enjoy the race 😁!
I think it's pretty well accepted that a mono cruiser will always be faster than a cat cruiser. So the comparison is a non-argument. If you are an experienced sailor you'll be used to a boat heeling. But if you're new to cruising and want a more stable platform you'll likely go for a cat. Two YT channels (Delos & Zatara) started in mono and are switched to cats for personal reasons probably based on comfort, space, and stability. Cats never compared favourable in the past because they were notoriously poorly manufactured - particularly in a structural sense, (Sailing Parley).
Agreed, most cruising cats are too heavy and average 5. 5 knots but there is a small growing trend of performance cat cruisers getting much better performance...depending on how you want to push. My friend undercanvass's his light catamaran and still does 8 knots...big difference to 5.5
Re extra port fees for goods. My partner who is from Vietnam, said don't pay a cent. Once you start, it will just keep going up.
Well i don't have anything to pay with in the first place so good luck to them...peter means rock which is like stone, good luck on getting any blood from me
Really enjoying these videos. Thanks
Its all good my friend. You got this! You been through hell and back and survived...
Plukky, Thanks for keeping it real and everything happens for a reason. Despite your challenges the Odisea 48 build is a blessing, so good things do happen. :o)
A trip down memory lane that certainly had it's up's and downs over the years for you. Hopefully you still keep in touch with Margarita and can give her a call and touch bases.
WTF? Have you never had someone you have ACTUALLY loved whom you were going to marry trample all over your heart? Hell no! These so called divorced or split couples who see each other all the time... What BS. I'll bet most of them were either NEVER in love to begin with or are still in love with each other but due to pure selfishness are apart as nothing was ever settled and its in limbo like cowards running away. Those that end, truly end; hell no you do not want to see them or hear from them EVER.
“'Tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all.” -Tennyson
Catch them waves! 🌊
👍😎🙏
Chins up Pete. Good things on the horizon for you for sure .
I should have watched this before I went to the Annapolis Sailboat Show yesterday.
I was hoping you would be there, but I understand the economics did not allow that. Thanks for the info and good luck.
You are right...a trip to Annapolis is great for the ego but not good for bank account
were you directly involved in the design of the hull of your boat?
Some
Awesome stories. I remember most of them.
It would be interesting to have all parameters presented as a range rather than a specific point on a chart. Most of those values overlap and as you say, there isn't much into them but from a sale point of view.
At the bottom of your performance chart as you say one may conclude that heavier catamarans have a higher comfort and handling confidence. A value much appreciated by sailors in need of rested cruising. Sailing into Freedom completely ignore that factor.
I have done it all in other episodes. I am still amazed about how people delude themselves... how many couches do you need on a boat? How high is the boom, how high has the mast been made to compensate for such a terrible SA to Displ ratio, how fat are the hulls, how well can it point, how much windage does it have, how heavy is it, where is the center of effort of the sail....yes you get couches and 3 toilets but you get every single other negative possible but keep dreaming
@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, abbreviated DBT, might be effective address your splitting. It might give you a more balanced perspective.
If you can't reply based upon basic facts and physics to counter the list above then you simply resort to an insult... mmm what does that make you?
If you cannot reply based upon simple facts and physics to the list above and then resort to an insult what does that make you?
@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM You just confirmed my suspicion on your mental health. Therapy is a good way to build better mental health for you.
This might have been better as two vids... the emotional jump cut from Margarita to maths was pretty... weird. Hope you are well. The bike rides sound good.
Cant wait to see this boat come together. I would love to come sail with you when its done.
Hay mate, take a break if you can. I look at you as an amazing bloke. Special bloke.I had the means I'd donate in a heart beat! Your going to do it ! And yes it means somthing, it's not a waste of time. Worried about you. That's if I had the means, not got glass's on
I like what the barefoot doctors said, “we’re all winners” given the lifestyle you’re able to experience.
Absolutely they are Drs, their word is honoured by the Goddess of the Universe😲🇦🇺💯💜
We are all winners until in bad weather we realise there is no fineness to our hulls, our drag is too great, our windage is too high, the boom is too high, the cente of effort of our sails is too high, our pointing ability is zero, and then we become a prisoner of fate
Really enjoy your humor and knowledge! Hopefully will run into on the water some day!
Good vid Petey, it was nice to see Margarita's smiling face again.
and here I was thinking you were trying to be nice and make friends with people in the industry.... You're dead right-- the numbers only lie when people make 'em up! Light weight, slim hulls and don't overfill them or make the bridgedeck cabin too big is the way to go! Phil
Indeed
I tell it the way it is... nothing more
I enjoyed watching the old footage. Soon you will be sailing again.
Thanks for the formulas and analysis.
None of the other sailing youtube channels are against you Plukky...Its a figment of you imagination...You do you, they'll do them...
He’s not serious about the challenge.
Do you know what a parody is ?
No, he does it as clickbait. Needs more views and subscribers to get sponsors. I don’t understand why he doesn’t get money working using his sailing and mechanical experience.
They can cook his fish for him though, no escaping Freedom on the water people.
He is creating engagement. And it is all mirth.
@@sanyaomerovic1659 they are all begging charlatans or ego driven what do you expect?
Why not increase boom length, to increase sail area?
You can... but you need balance
@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM Telescoping bow sprit lol
Man I sure do miss Margarita And her beautiful smile
Why is the gun boat catamarans not included on the chart?
And Nahoa too!! Isn't Ben designing and building a aluminum catamaran?
Really educational! Thanks Plukky!
There is also Nahoa, they also building aluminum cat
The world is definitely not back to normal. Not heading back either.
❤ Onward
Hi mate
Where will the Cure marine 55 sit on the chart .
Very interested to see your boat finished keep up the good work
can you explain why finishing your hull seems to be taking way longer than the Delos hull?
Dollars are extremely tight
Just curious, here in Montana, about Margarida's health. It appeared she didn't have seasickness on the cat that was destroyed, but it caught her on the mono... or, was there something more? I respect your privacy... inquiring minds just want to know.
Keep up the great work!
Is Margarita coming back 🤷♂️ She lovely girl.
You really should call her I think 💘
Just watched an episode you did with life on Jupiter, it was about a mumby 48 cat, you seemed incredibly impressed with the cat I’m just wondering why you never mention the mumby 48 and why it doesn’t feature on any of your graphs or comparisons.
Say Plukky What ever happened between you and Margarida??? Thought you two tied the knot ???Please let me know ok!! Thanks
No doubt Plukky you have been through so Veeeerrryyy hard times, tough situations and close calls. And often totally by yourself. With covid. Yikes.
Cap'n My Cap'n, Your the Capn of the seas! ✝️🙏❤️❤️🍍🍍🍍🍍🍍🍍🍍🍍🍍
Watch an episode of beau miles, that ll set you right !
You were lucky.. I had to live in shoe box in middle of the road. You know I'm joking right 🙂 Performance - more power people, 2000HP diesel, except no substitutes
2000hp... maybe on a 90 ft power cat
@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM Well maybe not 2000HP, but even so you will need an electric motor/generator/s/combined, maybe two and the batteries. So how many batteries, enough for the longest time you envisage using them and what does that weigh?
plucky do some numbers on the polars portafino fudged.
I wouldn't even bother... just look at the weight, hull fineness, its an alloy lagoon
The wildman of the sea but he is very Plucky. I hope we all see a race between the boats. I have seen boats that should never win, win down to seamanship. Plus mate get your hair cut may cost you .01 of a Knot. HAHAHA
Phwew. You little battler legend. Just being alive would be amazing after that.
never a dull moment , thats why i like your channel , no bells or whistles , half survival , how to fix with mcgyver tool kit lol .oh and the humour people .hurry up with the boat before putin nukes us all
That's the spirit. There aren't many of us but it's good to have your comment... thank you... keep em coming
You forgot nothing but quality
Good work mate,
You never will forget
"Huub and Daniela" just got a damaged cat thanks to hurricane Beryl, so another cat transition sailing channel for you to complete with...lol
Im not crazy ! the o'kellies aren't wright!😅
cmon people we need to help people crack 130,000
I like the occasional incredible nonnormal video🎉
Go Plukky go if anyone can do this you can. And from my experience manufacturers of any product lie thru their back teeth. That’s why we have maths and physics
Love it, Love it, Love it!
Maybe Plukky you could write a book on your many adventures. I'm certain it would be good reading. 😊
And it will be read by 3 people...i have no time as it is
@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM Yep! Thought as much. Keep on truckin'
Where's our bike ride video? Please make more Vietnam country videos. Drinks with sailors, especially look for cowboys and their water buffaloes.
I enjoyed the Barefoot Doctors reply to all this nonsense about performance being the only thing that matters , weight matters for speed , and like I said before poor seamanship sinks more boats than the boat being slow
Why did they only show performance boats up side down? There are many other catamarans also up side down....mmm why didn't they show those? Unbiased reporting. I suggest you keep following their advice...and good luck....
@@SAILINGintoFREEDOM I think they gave a very good commonsense broad minded opinion based on all relevant factors , far too many biased opinions that are bought and paid for with sponsorship on TH-cam. Now get back to work and stop wasting time replying to the peanut gallery hahahaha
i actually 1,000% agree with you pluck, but it feels like you are unnecessarily making enemies with these other channels.
If you want to make an omellete you have to upset some snow flakes
Nice to see Margarita again, and trust me bud, I get, I hate my ex for everything she cost me, but I miss my boat and our life on there.
Can you believe my divorce is finally going to be finalized next week, it took 2 years...can't wait for it to over and move on.
Patrick i hear you. It starts out so promising....i dont think marriage is viable anymore with western women
Can't believe you mentioned Doodles on an actual sailing channel. Mind you he knows a thing or two about statistics...
His stats are way better than mine
So sad about Margarina .