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Universal Mast Float Installation
An explaination on how to install the XCAT Mast Float onto non-XCAT sailboats. There is also a short tutorial on how to mount it at the end.
Materials Required:
Sharpie
Flashlight
Hammer
XCAT Mast Float: redbeardsailing.com/collections/x-cat-accessories/products/xcat-mast-float
Grommet Install Kit: www.amazon.com/Grommet-NEU-MASTER-Grommets-NH1003K/dp/B07H2D5FWL/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2A93WOCS1KUH0&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.E8zF1KFzZ6VC-QcZhGIlk0_Tmy7LAgvhENd5FueuW20mxq4oUzBbWHk9DsfAgiaC3Vb-6eQ-Ei5gDbPxVlerhg5UrwsXW9-K34cdWcGcP1zYHS3MFbhebOI5fNqpmXQZEXtf3_kbsBJxp-t5ihVJNVw53LCaXlsxDGugiGAjdFXXh5s30N5EfO8vp_QJ4s00EBI-jXXgfzONGkCLh9ScDRcOMCs9D2G-EAu3mCRvIpk.C3nZizhfIfDoO2YpCbynKkztparhuinRC6-VNuzNYM4&dib_tag=se&keywords=grommet+kit&qid=1725038566&sprefix=grommet+kit%2Caps%2C91&sr=8-5
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Відео

New 2024 MiniCat 460 Unboxing
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Watch this Red Bearded person remove the all-new for 2024 MiniCat 460 from its boxes. Learn more or buy yours today at Red Beard Sailing: redbeardsailing.com/collections/minicat-boats/products/minicat-460
All New 2024 MiniCat 460: Inflatable Sailboat Review
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Enjoy this inflatable sailboat review of the New 2024 MiniCat 460 Esprit. This boat has had a moderate overhaul from the previous model. New features include: - Spreaders - Jib Travelers - Tilting Mast Step - Easy Step Forestay - 3:1 Forestay Tensioner Learn more and buy your new MiniCat 460 from Red Beard Sailing: redbeardsailing.com/products/minicat-460
How to Assemble an XCAT Sail: An In Depth Assembly Demonstration
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This video is an in depth step-by-step guide on how to assemble XCAT Sail filled with tips and tricks from someone who has been sailing XCAT sailboats for nearly a decade! To check out the XCAT Sail online, please visit redbeardsailing.com/collections/x-cat-boats/products/x-cat-sail To learn more about our entire lineup of inflatable and portable boats visit www.redbeardsailing.com/
How To Pack Away a MiniCat 420: In-Depth Walkthrough
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This video is an in depth step-by-step guide on how to disassemble and pack away a MiniCat 420. This video is chock full of tips and tricks from someone who has been sailing MiniCat sailboats for nearly a decade! To learn more about the MiniCat 420, visit redbeardsailing.com/collections/minicat-boats/products/minicat-420 To check out our other boats visit www.redbeardsailing.com/ And if you hav...
How to Assemble a MiniCat 420: An In-Depth Demonstration
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This video is an in-depth step-by-step guide on how to assemble a MiniCat 420. Watch for tips and tricks from Alex Caslow of Red Beard Sailing who has been sailing MiniCat sailboats for nearly a decade. To learn more about the MiniCat 420 visit redbeardsailing.com/products/minicat-420 Want to speak to Alex or the Red Beard Sailing team directly? Give them a call at (410) 705-5026 or email at in...
Sailboat that transports by Car! Meet the XCAT Sail
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The XCAT Sail is the perfect sailboat for 1-3 people. Not only does it set up in minutes, it can also be transported on the roof of some cars and almost all SUVs and MiniVans. What the video to see how easy it is to transport this boat. To learn more about the XCAT Sail visit redbeardsailing.com/collections/x-cat-boats/products/x-cat-sail Want to speak to Alex or the Red Beard Sailing team dire...
How to Pack Away an XCAT Sail: Complete Walkthrough
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We get a lot of questions about how hard it is to store our portable sailboats, including the XCAT Sail. There is an art to taking it down and putting it away so that it is easy to use next time and in this video we walkthrough the entire process. To learn more about the XCAT please visit our site: redbeardsailing.com/pages/x-cat-overview If you watch the whole video you will find a little nugg...
Beach Retrieving a MiniCat Guppy With One Hand!
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The MiniCat Guppy is the absolutely easiest sailboat to own and use! With an unstayed rig and a 57 pound boat weight, the Guppy can be handled by anyone! The Guppy also packs away into one bag with wheels to make taking your sailboat with you anywhere! Learn more about the MiniCat Guppy by visiting our website: redbeardsailing.com/collections/minicat-boats/products/minicat-guppy
Launching a MiniCat Guppy Inflatable Sailboat With One Hand!
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The MiniCat Guppy weighs just 57 pounds and can easily be launched from the beach with just one hand! This is the perfect boat for any sailors light in stature that want a boat that they can handle alone! Learn more about the MiniCat Guppy by visiting our site: redbeardsailing.com/products/minicat-guppy Have questions about inflatable boats? Reach out to Alex at Red Beard Sailing to ask your qu...
How To Install a Center Bar on a Guppy & 310
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In an effort to document common issues customers have with assembling these boats, we have created this short tutorial to show how to easily install the center bar on a MiniCat 310 and MiniCat Guppy. To learn more about this and other awesome portable sailboats, visit our website: www.redbeardsailing.com/
MiniCat Guppy Pack Away Video
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The all new Guppy from MiniCat features an unstayed carbon fiber mast and can be assembled in about 10 minutes! To learn more, check out our website redbeardsailing.com/collections/minicat-boats/products/minicat-guppy Be sure to subscribe to our channel for updates when we release new videos!
2023 MiniCat Guppy: Sailboat Unboxing & Assembly
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In this video Alex Caslow from Red Beard sailing unboxes, assembles and provides commentary on the 2023 MiniCat Guppy Sailboat! Enjoy a complete walkthrough of what to expect when setting up a Guppy. To learn more or to buy your own Guppy, please visit our site: redbeardsailing.com/collections/minicat-boats/products/minicat-guppy
How to Fold a MiniCat 420 Hull
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A quick video to demonstrate how to fold a MiniCat 420 Hull so that it fits in the bag. Both hulls stack on top of each other and sit between the tube attachments of the front and rear frame sections. Learn more about the MiniCat and other great portable sailboats at: www.redbeardsailing.com/
How to replace limit cushions on a RowVista Oar Set
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Here is how to replace damaged or worn out limit cushions on a RowVista oar set. The cushions are easy to replace and only require a 3/16" allen wrench and a wedge (a screwdriver of at least 6" long will do).
How to Step an XCAT Multi-sport Catamaran Sailboat Mast
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How to Step an XCAT Multi-sport Catamaran Sailboat Mast
Grabner Inflatable Boats | Red Beard Sailing
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Grabner Inflatable Boats | Red Beard Sailing
RowOnAir Mojo 18 Assembly
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RowOnAir Mojo 18 Assembly
ROWOnAIR: Revolutionary Forward-Facing & Traditional Rowing Technology for SUPs & Rowing Boards
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ROWOnAIR: Revolutionary Forward-Facing & Traditional Rowing Technology for SUPs & Rowing Boards
ROWonAIR Universal Rowing Unit: How to Assemble Walkthrough
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ROWonAIR Universal Rowing Unit: How to Assemble Walkthrough
How To: Tensioning Bow Wires MiniCat 420 & 460
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How To: Tensioning Bow Wires MiniCat 420 & 460
How to Step a MiniCat 420/460 Mast
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How to Step a MiniCat 420/460 Mast
EP Carry Electric Outboard Unboxing Video
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EP Carry Electric Outboard Unboxing Video
Test Sail: SAIL Magazine Best Boat 2021 | MiniCat 460, Happy Cat Neo, & Happy Cat Hurricane Carbon
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Test Sail: SAIL Magazine Best Boat 2021 | MiniCat 460, Happy Cat Neo, & Happy Cat Hurricane Carbon
Grabner Riverstar Inflatable Kayak | Red Beard Sailing
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Grabner Riverstar Inflatable Kayak | Red Beard Sailing
Grabner Outside Whitewater Canoe | Red Beard Sailing
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Grabner Outside Whitewater Canoe | Red Beard Sailing
Grabner Hype Whitewater Kayak | Red Beard Sailing | Inflatable Kayaks
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Grabner Hype Whitewater Kayak | Red Beard Sailing | Inflatable Kayaks
Grabner Adventure Inflatable Canoe | Red Beard Sailing
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Grabner Adventure Inflatable Canoe | Red Beard Sailing
Trying to Cut a Happy Cat Sailboat with a Knife | Red Beard Sailing
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Trying to Cut a Happy Cat Sailboat with a Knife | Red Beard Sailing
MiniCat 420 in light lake winds
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MiniCat 420 in light lake winds

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @lweleven3423
    @lweleven3423 8 днів тому

    Looks like you have done that before 😂 very helpful 👍

  • @nctheo
    @nctheo Місяць тому

    If a bit of close cell foam were stuffed into the ends of each of the 3 pieces of the mast, then they would probably float...just in case

  • @Jamal-pd8we
    @Jamal-pd8we Місяць тому

    I'm looking to buy a Minicat 420 for below retail.

  • @hugolandreville853
    @hugolandreville853 Місяць тому

    Thank you so much ! This video was invaluable for me as a beginner ! Minicat should be paying you for these video 😀

  • @Rodrifuuu
    @Rodrifuuu 2 місяці тому

    How does the minicat compare with the centerboard catamarans in terms of ability to beach? Are the smartkat and happycat safer for shallow waters? Is there a significant difference in terms of performance between cats of the same size/sail area? Do the centerboard ones point any better than the minicat?

  • @francismontocchio9910
    @francismontocchio9910 3 місяці тому

    These are really great videos, thank you. I recently bought an X Cat and haven’t managed to dump the mainsail in sticky situations. Is that because I didn’t lower the boom first? Do you have any tips? Thanks!

  • @csiebester
    @csiebester 4 місяці тому

    What an amazing mechanism. How does the feathering work?

  • @arnobioferreira4225
    @arnobioferreira4225 4 місяці тому

    Onde comprar um minucat deste aí?

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing 4 місяці тому

      This style of MiniCat is no longer available. But the new Guppy is even easier to build and even faster on the water! Find your local dealer on www.minicatamaran.eu

  • @cristianbruno371
    @cristianbruno371 5 місяців тому

    is that carbon fiber ?? I think that's why it seems so easy

  • @christianzamarra3917
    @christianzamarra3917 5 місяців тому

    Like if u ar watching this video but u didnt get a minicat yet

  • @TedThomas-vy6ui
    @TedThomas-vy6ui 5 місяців тому

    What do you do when the edge of the trampoline does not want to click down and when you finally get it to click down it is impossible to disassemble?

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing 4 місяці тому

      I would try to jiggle the boat a bit and re-square the frame. If that doesn't sort it, could you potentially take a video of the issue and I could provide a bit more insight? You can send the video to me at redbeard@redbeardsailing.com and I would be happy to help troubleshoot your issue!

  • @warrick2096
    @warrick2096 5 місяців тому

    How long did it take to dry after taking it out of the water? How thoroughly do you need to towel it down?

  • @mvpgrisom
    @mvpgrisom 6 місяців тому

    Looking to getting one but concerned about the availability of parts if in need of replacement like the trampoline, rudder etc. individually. Are these maintenance items readily available from here or on the official Xcat site for future support? Thanks.

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing 6 місяців тому

      In the past 9 years, there have been very few replacement parts needed (perks of a boat that isn’t typically stored outdoors). We generally stock replacement parts in the USA, if we don’t have them, they can usually be air freighted from Austria. Sales are very strong, I don’t expect this brand to go away anytime soon.

    • @mvpgrisom
      @mvpgrisom 6 місяців тому

      @@redbeardsailing Thank you for the prompt response. Will get in touch in the future via email.

  • @boejiden
    @boejiden 6 місяців тому

    What the hull is under 7 years of warranty? from minicat? where did you get this info?

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing 6 місяців тому

      This was an official change in the MC Warranty Policy in 2023. For what it’s worth, I’ve been a dealer for Minicat since 2015, I’ve sold hundreds of Minicats in that period, I’ve never had a hull warranty claim.

    • @boejiden
      @boejiden 6 місяців тому

      @@redbeardsailing so if I bought a minicat before 2023 does it work for me as well? again where do you find this information, on the website I still see 24 months...

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing 6 місяців тому

      No, if you purchased your minicat before November 2023, your minicat has a 24-month warranty. After that date and it’s covered under a 24-month boat warranty and a 7-year hull skin warranty. If you send me an email at inquiry@redbeardsailing.com, I’ll send you the official Minicat warranty policy.

    • @boejiden
      @boejiden 6 місяців тому

      @@redbeardsailing too bad, I got one October 2023... so I guess its not covered

  • @adrian_brennan
    @adrian_brennan 7 місяців тому

    Nice! No mention of any of those updates on Minicat's web site, so it was a pleasant surprise to see them here. Looking forward to the full assembly video.

  • @jrschubert2359
    @jrschubert2359 7 місяців тому

    Hi, nice video. How long are the big bags? Regards from Germany

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing 7 місяців тому

      The two larger bags are ~68” x 13” x 13”, pack them poorly and they might be bigger by an inch or two.

  • @JJ-gm4ck
    @JJ-gm4ck 7 місяців тому

    so about $50,000?

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing 7 місяців тому

      The 460 esprit starts at $8950 USD, including shipping.

  • @rickbrauer6794
    @rickbrauer6794 7 місяців тому

    Stowing the deck looks easy, but I'm watching from the view of a person in a wheelchair. That appeared to be the only clear obstruction.

  • @CaribsurfDon
    @CaribsurfDon 7 місяців тому

    love your videos, you make all your boat assembly videos look so easy.

  • @francismontocchio9910
    @francismontocchio9910 7 місяців тому

    Great video, thank you! I’m getting my X-Cat in March and I’ll use your video to learn to set it up and pack it away.

  • @francismontocchio9910
    @francismontocchio9910 8 місяців тому

    Excellent demo!

  • @BozhaoYu
    @BozhaoYu 9 місяців тому

    Do you recommend happycat or minicat for SF Bay Area sailing?

  • @cakedayy
    @cakedayy 10 місяців тому

    can you trapeze on these?

  • @baritone-ffa4568
    @baritone-ffa4568 11 місяців тому

    Which model would you advice between guppy and 420 Instinct model ?

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing 11 місяців тому

      Dropped you a response on instagram!

    • @baritone-ffa4568
      @baritone-ffa4568 11 місяців тому

      @@redbeardsailing i watched on it....Thank You very much 👍

  • @crapisnice
    @crapisnice 11 місяців тому

    in my opinion this looks plain masochistic, as rowing can be made by letting your back fall to a seat, so all that gravity moves the boat instead using the back and arm muscles, and you can attach ropes from your chest to the rowing poles to stop wearing your hand muscles, that way you dont make any effort at all. besides the rowing poles should be converted with interchangeable design and used as sail mast and 2 kickup rudders too, to use it as sailboat when theres wind all boats should return to be sailrowing as always instead sailmotor, motor or rowing

  • @TomNelson-wp1go
    @TomNelson-wp1go Рік тому

    Alex do you guys sell the side attachments for the dolphin striker? My dolphin striker seems to be slight bent to one side. And I am worried about it not being 90 degrees from frame cross beam.

  • @boejiden
    @boejiden Рік тому

    Why you are not selling tiwals?

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing Рік тому

      Tiwal sells directly into the USA, they are not interested in any dealers in the USA (aside from the one guy in Washington State).

  • @annemariekekelders8120
    @annemariekekelders8120 Рік тому

    First class video. What kind of pump is that you are using? Where can you buy it . Thank you, Theo from holland.

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing Рік тому

      Hi Theo, Thank you for the kind words! We are using a Takacat Volume Inflator, but you can probably find it locally as a Flextail Gear Max Pump Plus , then pair it with a universal Halkey-Roberts valve adapter.

  • @roberts.wilson1848
    @roberts.wilson1848 Рік тому

    this needs to have less ropes and less complicated winding and wiring and looming and whatnot. And it'd be perfect

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing Рік тому

      The XCAT is the easiest to rig beach cat on the market. I can build the whole boat from a pile of parts to sails up in 10 minutes, I can’t imagine it being easier.

  • @IngeKay
    @IngeKay Рік тому

    Anyone know exactly what electric pump he's using ?

  • @hans-petermann4201
    @hans-petermann4201 Рік тому

    Super erklärt, vielen Dank!

  • @tomknauer7155
    @tomknauer7155 Рік тому

    very good assembly video, thank you!! What size of snap shackles do you use?

  • @BachIdealized
    @BachIdealized Рік тому

    Superb explanation of the process!

  • @BachIdealized
    @BachIdealized Рік тому

    Super-clear outline of assembly procedure. Would be great to see an outline of STANDARD TACKING on the XCAT. (Not the Xcat “float backwards” method!)

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing Рік тому

      I had a lot of content recorded for that video… then I haplessly knocked my camera in the drink! I might suggest bringing a cooler with ice or otherwise put as much weight forward as possible. That makes a significant difference in the boats agility on the water.

  • @ordi1306
    @ordi1306 Рік тому

    1 hour???? 😮 🤦🤦🤦

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing Рік тому

      If you’re interested in buying a MiniCat 420, then you’d likely watch this video. If you watch this video, you’ll see that it doesn’t take an hour for you to build the boat, just an hour to teach how to build the boat. 😉

  • @DavidRoman-h9u
    @DavidRoman-h9u Рік тому

    Great Video! I wish I had this the first time I assembled my 420....

    • @75emack
      @75emack 10 місяців тому

      Same. I've lost a keel in the lake (underinflation + bad insertion), had the mast fall (bowsprit turnbuckles shook loose) and threaded the main halyard the wrong way. All while on the water. Hopefully the big mistakes are all behind me. There were a number of good tips here that are new to me (figure 8 knot on the forestay, have forestay half-taut _before_ setting the mast, tying the jib sheets together). I was also unaware of the tiny inflator. Great video.

  • @DavidSizoo
    @DavidSizoo Рік тому

    great video Thanks

  • @ВикторАбрамов-щ2щ

    Гениальное изобретение! Серьёзная нагрузка классической гребли в сочетании со взглядом вперед.

  • @minicatmaran
    @minicatmaran Рік тому

    really good instruction video!!! when you use a electric pump you can set up the boat completely easy in 45 minutes. When the pump inflates you can use the time to make ready the mast meanwhile etc.

    • @boejiden
      @boejiden Рік тому

      Why on the website it says 30 minutes then?

  • @deanelement6444
    @deanelement6444 Рік тому

    I love this boat...

  • @marcin7154
    @marcin7154 Рік тому

    It's newer model

  • @tatamaran-wypozyczalnia
    @tatamaran-wypozyczalnia Рік тому

    perfect user manual for my clients. Thank You for it.

  • @francescaruby1150
    @francescaruby1150 Рік тому

    You can a portable little pump on the internet

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing Рік тому

      Yes, we sell a plethora of pump options as well.

  • @paulaus
    @paulaus Рік тому

    Approximately how much does each bag weigh? Any tips if you are launching and recovering off a beach or you should wash everything down once you get home I guess?

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing Рік тому

      The bags weigh roughly 60-70 pounds each (some models have carbon bits that reduce weight). Some customers need to buy a 3rd bag to travel via air (depending on airline). You can rinse at home, or there is a product called RinseKit which makes rinsing on the beach very convenient.

  • @bradwright4515
    @bradwright4515 Рік тому

    Hey Alex, so an hour is reasonable ? 45 minutes would mean a lot of hard work and a chance something goes wrong ? Asking for a old friend(!) who can't see they will ever get to to 45 minutes (!)

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing Рік тому

      I think it takes everyone a different amount of time. If I am alone, and have an auto inflator, I can typically do it in 20-30 minutes, especially if I knew I was being timed. I think for the average user 30-60 minutes is achievable by most.

    • @bradwright4515
      @bradwright4515 Рік тому

      @@redbeardsailing Well, I will keep trying.

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing Рік тому

      @@bradwright4515 the two longest steps (time wise) are the lacing and inflation steps. You could try and get a faster method of lacing (Minicats quick lacing accessory) and a good 2 stage electric pump and one of our TVIs (or air mattress style volume pump) to make inflation a breeze. If these were snap-your-finger-and they’re-done steps, assembly could probably be done in 10-15 minutes of easy work.

    • @bradwright4515
      @bradwright4515 Рік тому

      @@redbeardsailing Now you are scaring me ! But I will take all your advice.

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing Рік тому

      @@bradwright4515 I have 8 years of experience with the MiniCat 420, I would consider myself advanced in skill with regards to assembly. Some customers have started leaving hulls inflated and attached to the frame and just transport the base boat on the roof of their car. Not sure if that’s an option for you, but one you may consider if you are trying to simplify your steps to going sailing.

  • @cameronschlehuber2678
    @cameronschlehuber2678 Рік тому

    Excellent video! We'll be trying several of the ideas in this video with our MiniCat 420 next time we're out on Lake Pleasant, AZ.

  • @cameronschlehuber2678
    @cameronschlehuber2678 Рік тому

    Thanks to this excellent video, next time my wife and I are out with our MiniCat 420 we'll be using several better ways of disassembling and packing! We've been sailing it for two and a half years now and still finding better ways to do things.

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing Рік тому

      Thank you so much for the kind words! It is great to hear you and your wife are still enjoying your 420 Carbon!

  • @TheErmerm999
    @TheErmerm999 Рік тому

    There are o so many ways I would design this differently. My advice take a half dozen of these down to a sailing school let some teenagers build them without instructions. I used to do this with new tent designs and a scout troop. I do want one though. But the engineer in me wants to get my pencil out start designing. Great video great boat. Great idea.

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing Рік тому

      There’s a lot of ways to skin a cat (ha ha) and every boat is a compromise. The MiniCat is a boat you can sail today while you work out building your own dream boat! Thank you for the kind words!

  • @korhan84
    @korhan84 Рік тому

    Thanks for the video. What type of adapter is the nozzle of the pump?

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing Рік тому

      The valve adapter to inflate is called a Halkey-Roberts valve.

    • @korhan84
      @korhan84 Рік тому

      @@redbeardsailing Thank you.

  • @bradwright4515
    @bradwright4515 Рік тому

    If only all assembly videos were this good. Thank you !

    • @redbeardsailing
      @redbeardsailing Рік тому

      Thank you! I will be making more videos like this!