Nicely done. I have done it many times, but every passage is a new adventure, and some challenges/new learnings. I still don't know if I prefer a sock or a top down furler on my asym. You make the sock look easy, but I had some 'interesting' adventures with mine, which is why I changed to the "equally interesting" top down furler. :-) Looking forward to your next passage.
@patricklaine6958 That's not good news. Just bought a TDF, yet to be tried out. The light uphaul line on my sock would inevitable foul the radome which is why I got rid. What problems have you had with your TDF? Keeping tension in the anti-torsion rope?
@@atakd TDF is a piece of cake for the Code Zero because the anti-torsion line is embedded in the luff. However, because the Gennaker is so much larger, the luff floats free. That makes furling it a bit of a challenge at times.....it starts to furl, then unfurls, then the sail twists back on itself..... lots of fun. :-) Just a question of practice.
As someone aspiring to some solo sailing, it was fun to come along on your journey. I've acquired a boat that's not really set up for solo sailing yet, so seeing what equipment you have and use was very useful to me. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks very much. I really appreciate when people comment. Not for fooling the TH-cam algo but I enjoy hearing from folks. I only do the videos for the fun.
Well done and a great, well explained video. I don’t know any professional mariner that doesn’t appreciate being hailed by sailing vessels stating their intentions… it demonstrates your awareness and skill as a mariner 👊🏻
Great video I love the way you explain what and how on the sail handling. Would in be possible to tell us more about the trip preparation. I sail a Beneteau First 36.7 with my wife from Holland/Belgium and would love to learn more about tidle trip planning and as you already do short handend sailing. Keep going
Thanks for the input. I will talk about it in an upcoming video. Basically I look in a good tide source (not navionics/garmin) and find out when the tide is very strong against me. I consider this closed. I try to reach the entrance of the strong tides at when the tides are weakly against me. This gives me plenty of time to pass. But getting to the tide gate on time can be tough. Winds are random and leaving your last port can also have tidal constraints.
Well done! If you find yourself struggling to pull the snuffer down in the breeze, a snatch block on deck allows you to pull the snuffer line up (potentially with more force), rather than down (which makes you inherently less stable on your feet or butt). Welcome back to Lorient!
Thanks for watching. I have an Antal snatch block I use in over 15 knots. I know of two people that have gone airborne while dousing the spinnaker. One went into the ocean and was only found because she was wearing a headlamp.
I put the snuffer lines on a cleat on the forward side of the mast. Just a couple of turns. Keeps it out of the way. I used to put it on the midships cleat but it can get in the way if you gybe to the side they’re tied too.
When reaching, if you can place a block out on the toe rail and route a second sheet from the jib clew back through the block to a winch. Secure the second sheet and then ease off the normal sheet so that the second sheet takes the load. This opens up the jib leech and exhausts the sail better. You’ll be surprised how much speed you gain. Just be sure to remove the second sheet before you tack.
Please, "Captains", stay away from commercial deep sea vessels. We are so tired of your stupidness, we do navigation for life, its our job, we dont like to mess around with you and answer your stupid vhf calls.... Thanks and safe sail!
Nicely done. I have done it many times, but every passage is a new adventure, and some challenges/new learnings. I still don't know if I prefer a sock or a top down furler on my asym. You make the sock look easy, but I had some 'interesting' adventures with mine, which is why I changed to the "equally interesting" top down furler. :-) Looking forward to your next passage.
@patricklaine6958 That's not good news. Just bought a TDF, yet to be tried out. The light uphaul line on my sock would inevitable foul the radome which is why I got rid. What problems have you had with your TDF? Keeping tension in the anti-torsion rope?
@@atakd TDF is a piece of cake for the Code Zero because the anti-torsion line is embedded in the luff. However, because the Gennaker is so much larger, the luff floats free. That makes furling it a bit of a challenge at times.....it starts to furl, then unfurls, then the sail twists back on itself..... lots of fun. :-) Just a question of practice.
@patricklaine6958 Thanks. I don't have a code 0 so better get practising with the gennaker.
The legend Patrick has commented on my video! What a shame we have to connected yet. Some day ? Do you have plans already?
@ Pop down to La Rochelle. The first one is on me!
What a pleasure to see this video! Especially the sailing under Genacker is a joy to watch.
A superb video. I really enjoyed it. Just the right amount of detail on the instrumentation and sail handling. Well done!
Thanks for watching. Comments like this inspire me to work on the next video!
What an accomplishment. Great video and love the commentary. Enjoyed having both travel POV's - One if by Sail, One if by Train. Cheers
Thanks bill!
As someone aspiring to some solo sailing, it was fun to come along on your journey. I've acquired a boat that's not really set up for solo sailing yet, so seeing what equipment you have and use was very useful to me. Thanks for sharing!
I enjoy having the main sail reefs led to the cockpit but I am not sure it is 100 percent required.
Ur the man. Love the new videos
Thanks very much. I really appreciate when people comment. Not for fooling the TH-cam algo but I enjoy hearing from folks. I only do the videos for the fun.
Thank you both for this nice trip and explanations.
Only time a professor has said my work is of quality! Thanks for watching.
Well done and a great, well explained video.
I don’t know any professional mariner that doesn’t appreciate being hailed by sailing vessels stating their intentions… it demonstrates your awareness and skill as a mariner 👊🏻
Totally agree. I met a friend on the VHF years ago
well done . first solo sail is always a challenge but, hey boy , feels so great at the end of the trip !!! cheers from Muros !!!
I visited Muros a few years ago on my friend's boat. We were traveling from Finland to Malta. What a wonderful stop.
Great video I love the way you explain what and how on the sail handling. Would in be possible to tell us more about the trip preparation. I sail a Beneteau First 36.7 with my wife from Holland/Belgium and would love to learn more about tidle trip planning and as you already do short handend sailing. Keep going
Thanks for the input. I will talk about it in an upcoming video. Basically I look in a good tide source (not navionics/garmin) and find out when the tide is very strong against me. I consider this closed. I try to reach the entrance of the strong tides at when the tides are weakly against me. This gives me plenty of time to pass. But getting to the tide gate on time can be tough. Winds are random and leaving your last port can also have tidal constraints.
Well done! If you find yourself struggling to pull the snuffer down in the breeze, a snatch block on deck allows you to pull the snuffer line up (potentially with more force), rather than down (which makes you inherently less stable on your feet or butt). Welcome back to Lorient!
As someone who very nearly took a swim once trying to get the snuffer down, I want to give a big +1 to the deck block idea.
Thanks for watching. I have an Antal snatch block I use in over 15 knots. I know of two people that have gone airborne while dousing the spinnaker. One went into the ocean and was only found because she was wearing a headlamp.
Well done, sir!
Thank you for watching. I like to share my adventures
I put the snuffer lines on a cleat on the forward side of the mast. Just a couple of turns. Keeps it out of the way. I used to put it on the midships cleat but it can get in the way if you gybe to the side they’re tied too.
When reaching, if you can place a block out on the toe rail and route a second sheet from the jib clew back through the block to a winch. Secure the second sheet and then ease off the normal sheet so that the second sheet takes the load. This opens up the jib leech and exhausts the sail better. You’ll be surprised how much speed you gain. Just be sure to remove the second sheet before you tack.
I need to get some more attachment points on the rail to barber haul. I could use the midship cleat. thanks.
Fix one line of the douser to the port cleat and the other to the starboard side so they don’t not intertwined any more… great video
This is a great idea. Can the douse line be too light and obstruct the spinnakers free movement?
Please, please, please, ... change to North Up! It looks like you're heading for Scotland! 🙂 p.s. Great vid! Thanks.
I change my orientation when thinking about the weather but for close quarters have course is more reliable for me. Thanks for watching
Who makes those pads you have on the coamings at the helm position? (Also, do you like them?)
Comes with the boat. Love them. Boat sails well with a bit of heel so it is nice to have good backside traction.
Ease the tack line on the kite to get it out in front more.
Thanks. I will play with that.
Please, "Captains", stay away from commercial deep sea vessels. We are so tired of your stupidness, we do navigation for life, its our job, we dont like to mess around with you and answer your stupid vhf calls.... Thanks and safe sail!
You don’t seem to hide your opinion, I like that. While we are sharing I am not a fan of the “ special military operation”.