That was fun. I did notice when Kiki was explaining the paint, one of the shroud turnbuckles was visible, and there were no cotter pins helping to prevent the turnbuckle from loosening under tension. I admit that I don’t always use them for my Rhodes 19, but I’m not crossing oceans. Just sayin’..
Ha!! We were betting how long it would take someone to notice ;). We actually are adjusting our rig after our haul out, so until we get it just right, we left them off so we can make micro adjustments after each sail.
@@ghost307 lol! Nah, Kiki is the frog in Hector's House! To be honest, it's a fair mistake to make, @Buzz Lightyear, when writing about Kika talking about Kiwi paint and spellchecker "corrections". I hate spellchecker, even if it is my fault for not checking!
Admit it! Uma was a wreck, when you took over! It was something 90% of sailing people probably would have dumped, and bought a better boat. No engine, keel was loose, and it had bad repairs and soft spots in the fibreglass. All together made it scrap! But you have repaired it all, and scooped out every inch of space inside, and made a 50 year old design fresh and modern. And you have shown in details, and proven, how to make a boat so far gone, stronger and better sailing than ever. On a budget. You are not only doing the right things, but you are expanding the frame for what can and should be done to almost any of all these 30something footers monohulls that anybody can pick up all around the world for next to nothing, and fulfill their sailing dreams, even on a small budget. Your video and editing skills makes it all understandable and entertaining to watch. On top, your individual personalities and your partnership makes you loveable, charming and relatable. I am so proud of you, and happy to be taken a long for this experience, and I can't wait to see how far you can take this project! Thank you... ❤️
Here, here! Ditto on all you said! I’m definitely in awe of the vision, creativity and skill sets of these two! There’s definitely some great synergy going on, bearing some wonderful fruit!
We bought and renovated a 1986 16' Compac but never really spent enough time sailing her. Yes, the couch and the kids happened! Sold "Lebowski" last summer... We kinda miss her and kinda don't. I love you two for going all in.
@@KoohaEbuyer "A breath of fresh air" phrase of fresh air noun: breath of fresh air a small amount of or a brief time in the fresh air. a refreshing change. "the company's no-nonsense attitude is a breath of fresh air" Definitions from Oxford Languages
I was debating with people what’s the difference between “a breath of fresh air “, or “a fresh breath of air”. Of course the first one, but I like the other one. Anyway both are correct I suppose 😅😂🤣
Not too long ago I heard my brother say he was going to "uma" the hell out of a thing, meaning he was going to make it pretty and do it pretty cheap. Uma(the verb): to re-quality an old thing. to apply love until beautiful.
Hand steering the first two years made you better sailors, made you understand your boat and sail trimming better. I'm so jealous! I love the cockpit layout and everything you've done to your boat! Congratulations! You've earned every joyful moment you've experienced:)
I’m so impressed by you both. The fact that you don’t go around slapping each other on the back every other moment to rejoice in your Uma accomplishments astounds me. The sailing is impressive however your work ethic and work arounds are even more so. Something I have noticed on sailing channels is that sunshine, exploration and play only comes after significant time and hard work. In this world of shadows that we live in right now, what a shining example you both are of where positivity and hard work can take you. I realise your stories are so much more complicated than that however it only adds to the respect I have for you both. Thank you for being a channel I can show my children to help them understand that dreams can come true with hard work and usually a little less fibreglassing. 😉Thanks Uma. 🐨🦘🌊☀️
Could not have put it better myself. Positivity, work ethic, work arounds. Many businesses would be more successful if they took a leaf out of your book.
"that we can install ourselves, that we can repair ourselves and that is reflecting our style." Well said and done. And your style is awesome ! You started with a poor, sorry state boat and now look at it ! Awesome, modern, well thought and utmost safe ship. Bravo to you two. What not to love ! ❤️
this pearson is one of my top fav boats , and what you have done with her in upgrades is outstanding and goes to show with a little love you can make a 50 year old yacht still look young and fresh , the Jane Fonda of sailboats !!
The updated tour was so good! I am excited to incorporate Sailing Uma into our school's learning experience for 2020-2021. We have viewed many sailing youtube channels, but your channel stands out with a strong educational and fun element for sailing that students want to follow.
I started converting my 34 yacht to elec mech 5 years ago and friends would say oh! JUST LIKE UMA!! uma who? Well now I've just about given up trouble shooting and researching my boat problems and go with the uma solutions. You've put in so much hard work and good research and product testing, I litterally just started to buy what you recommend. I've just placed a large order with victron for dc dc converters, inverter and a solar charger so I hope they give you a credit somewhere. I'm staying with my 48Vdc SEPEx engine and battery configuration for now, although excited to seeing the longterm results of your new saildrive build. I'm also looking forward to the bow roller design project and rigging tour. Let me know if you want to see pics of the variation on the uma themed boat.
Holy SHIT. You guys have come SO FAR. I’ve watched Uma from the beginning and wow, this video almost made me emotional! You made this boat 100% suitable for you. How inspiring. You guys have been through so MUCH over these years and you ALWAYS are smiling, emitting joy and effervescent as always. Im so proud. Kika, you’re seriously my effing hero. I’m not kidding. I could cry. And Dan, you know you’re a friggin legend. I love your story, your message, and you. Keep going 😭❤️🙏🏼
So, I'm on my break watching your latest video when a vendor walks by and says, "Hey! I watch those guys too!" Small world. Great informative video. Be safe!
I am in my 70. now and I was sailing for more then 50 years on a lot of different ships and in a lot of different countries. But - and this is the reason I write this - I still can learn a lot from you. The way you are planing and finishing your boat-projekts is fenominal. I love to whatch you solfing all of your problems so smart and perfekt. Thank you for that. Good luck to you and UMA and keep on rolling safely! Best Greetings from Bavaria/Germany.
You two are on top of a whole different level with your work and professionalism when it comes to daily life, maintaining and upgrading a sailboat. You tackle any project with the gusto of knowing you will get it done even when it is something new and you have no idea where to start. Then you finish and it looks like that was done by a master who has had a lifetime of experience on just that one task. Excellent work!
I've never been dissapointed with one of your videos. Your love for what you are doing, and for each other, is infectious. Waiting for the inside next.
Finally a detailed video. Im new to sailing and I have been scratching my head with how somethings work. You two are the absolute best at making videos that explain things in detail. Keep up the good work.
Well today I felt like I could see you two with graying hair and it was strange, but I see you as people for the long haul! Sweet, video and we thank you for your lovely work!
Dan and Kika, Thank you for your UA-cam dedication and sailing spirit. You are both so lucky to have the same passion and desire sailing and living your dreams. I honestly very much look forward to your weekly videos, to see what you guys are up to next. And you need to know that you both have such an influence in the sailing UA-cam community. Your inspiration and "don't buy a couch" attitudes are part of the reason my wife and I bought our first sailboat in our 50's, a 1999 Hunter 380, in which, I too have been re-fitting over the last couple of years. Keep up the awesome work!
You two are absolutely brilliant! Thank you for all of the wonderful content, creativity, and style. Watching the evolution of your boat over these last few years has been nothing short of remarkable. Well done!
This series is great! You have made such improvements to the boat, I really like that you put them in the spotlight again. I like to take your work as an example quite a lot so thank you for these detailed show an tell videos :D
The best thing to see is that you love each other very much and that's the best thing I like to see! Be safe and move on. Greatings from the Netherlands a very nice country to visit with your boat and beautiful waters. (I was also sailing for many, many years)
wow... and wow. you two architects put it out there so freely, i feel i know y'all... and yet we may never meet. so strange. definitively strange. but i love you both and am so grateful for what you've created. i'll be cruising someday and you two have helped give me the courage to say that.
OK so we've all love being a part of you guys journey with Uma.. and loved every chapter. But i think its time you guys moved onto something larger and im more than sure, despite all the love you guys have for your beloved home, that idea has likely been bouncing around. I can really see you guys with a 30+ catermeran. and dare i say , it would be cool to see what other viewers think about this whole idea. we would LOVE to see you into something all together new. Ide like to see a vote. and also.. dare i say i would doubt your viewers wanting you to do a fundme to get one, youd be surprised at the result.
Thanks for Following :) But Although we appreciate the thought... we love our boat, we worked really hard into making her the way she is and turning her into the little home she has become. Now its time for us to enjoy the fruit of our labour.
Putting this episode together definitely gave us a deep appreciation for just how far we have come and just how much we've done along the way..and also how much we improved with our footage ☺
I’m so impressed with all the thought, ingenuity, and beauty you both put into your boat! As a former Architectural students and a boat lover, I really appreciate what you’re doing. I had a small day sailer years ago, but an starting to look into getting a cruiser that I can work on abs one day live aboard. Thank you for your channel and your very instructive videos, they are a true inspiration for me!
304 stainless is designed to take heat (such as your log fire), that's why is is used on vehicle exhaust pipes, it will surface rust very quickly but once the surface rust sets up it won't rust any further. 316 stainless will discolour too if heat is applied so it won't stay nice and shiny either, it won't look rusty, it'll get that purple/straw type of colour.
You guys are not only inspiring, fun, smart, skilled and tenacious but you are tough as nails. I don't know how long I could sail even in local waters without lifelines! And that upside-down tender at the bow ... wipes out deck space in case you need to get up there. Fantastic work !
At 69 Y.O. living with a pacemaker, and an unfulfilled bucket list including living aboard and sailing a 30 Ft + sailboat as you do, I have watched you do all the upgrades & repairs with keen interest knowing....." I could have done that". but i also know now it will never happen. Therefore I live vicariously through you.. thanks for that. I scour the sailboats for sale sites and see so many contenders for re-fits, I just wish I had it in me. Sucks to get old, so my advise to those that wish they could: : DONT WAIT, NO BARRIERS, JUST DONT BUY A COUCH OR GET RID OF THE ONE YOU HAVE AND NO MORE EXCUSES, JUST DO IT!
Great video! I love the DYI aspect of Sailing Uma. You both are brilliant DYI'ers, going above and beyond. Great to see a review of the old girl from the beginning to the present. A lot of changes over the years. Loved this video. Two thumbs and two toes up.
Splendid inspirational video as usual guys. Watching the stinky anchor chain coming up (I used to live on the UK's south coast....) a suggestion would be to plumb in a pipe from saltwater pump to the bow and end up in a (substantially built) multi directional multi spray head system to clean the chain just before the top roller plus possibly a few small spray heads to clean off the resulting splatter at the bow. Could link the saltwater pump into the anchor winch motor circuit so it comes on automatically with the winch motor with manual override for servicing or clean ocean floor anchoring. S302/304 grade stainless steel doesn't belong on a saltwater boat. Could have the company that made that wood stove exhaust supply one in 316 grade stainless or in the summer give it to a sheetmetal company to make two off. One for your boat and one to sell for someone who has the same problem! Have fun!
Just finished watching step 63 when this was posted. Excellent👏👏 I’ve wanted to see everything you’ve done from the beginning. Very Impressive. Can’t wait until next week to see what happens then. Thank you for sharing your adventure 😎
The dodger is genius. Loved this deck tour can‘t wait for the others. A tip from a friend‘s boat, is to put your emergency tiller on the inside of the cockpit locker lid. If you lost steering, it‘s most likely going to be in heavy weather and you don‘t want to be rummaging around the depths of the locker looking for the emrgency tiller in a storm. He made a neat little holder for it on the inside of the lid. Same for the bolt cutters. Your Uma is a bespoke piece of art. xo
Very inspiring... I love how you are so true to yourselves and approach things from your perspective and not just what the ‘normal’ way of doing it is. One thing that stood out to me (having worked with carbon fibre.) though is, you may want consider a means for protecting the ‘end grain’ of that CF bowsprit at some point. Especially the outer edge radius of its face. Once you break the bond of the epoxy and a layer(s) of CF matting, (chain or shackle or something impacting it.) it can deteriorate (splinter) kinda quickly. And a CF splinter that is made up of chip that has broken away from the surface is DEFINITELY not the best type of splinter to have... I would make a stainless (or whatever material you choose.) end cap that has the same outer dimension profile as the bow sprit and with a recessed section that is inserted into the inside diameter of the CF bowsprit, making the CF surface transition flush with the surface of the end cap. Awesome boat... You guys have done an amazing job. And you did it in such an intelligent and considered approach. It is truly YOUR boat. 👍
As a new sailor (2 years) with a thirst to learn, and a bug to purchase a 36-42' sailing yacht within the next couple years hopefully, you guys are extraordinary in terms of your detail and production quality. There's just the right amount of "fun stuff" vs the "learning stuff. So many of your colleagues seem like they're just wasting my time (and theirs) because, "oh well, it's time to make another video". Often, when it's time to make another video, the stars have nothing educational or entertaining to say or demonstrate. Your videos, on the other hand, seem to have a reason they're being made. With all your videos I've watched so far, I usually learn something about sailing or boats that I didn't know before. Your personalities and respective skill sets seem to really compliment one another, making for a compelling watch. I love what you've been able to accomplish with Uma and can appreciate how much time, effort, love, and dollars have been put into her to get her in her current condition. Please don't change your formula!
This video is testament that any boat can be brought up to "shipshape & Bristol fashion" with hard work and an eye for quality, and beauty. I look forward to many years of watching your adventures.
Loved all your vids since the first day, watched every one and this is the most summarily informative from the most impressive conversion that I have seen. Thank you!.. waiting for the day to live the dream which you have damn near perfected, cheers!
I have to admit when i first watched when you got your boat , i thought it was questionably seaworthy . You've done an excellent on the re-build and it's been interesting as you've shown so much of your style in the designs . You're a great team and fun to watch so smooth sailing and keep it up . Thumbs up to Uma !
The real deal. Love you guys. My life would be less without the ability to live vicariously through your travels. As always, thanks so much for sharing. Steve
I love the idea of no diesel, no stinky exaust and no expensive motor failures. My wife and I raced our San Juan 30 but it was just small to comfortably go off shore. It was perfect for the San Francisco Bay. By the way she had a 31' Captain's license so that made me 1st mate.
I really really like that your boat is all electric. That's a game changer for sure and when your glob trotting, you don't need to worry about finding diesel. Man, you two did a lot of cool changes to your deck. I'm impressed with the thought and function that you put into it to achieve what seems to be perfection in my opinion for a mono hull. I'm a multi hull guy but I both types of hull designs have many of the same components and you guys absolutely did an awesome job. Every time I watch one of your videos, I get new ideas to incorporate into my future boat build which will probably be a Schionning G-Force 1400 Cruise or a 1500 Cruise. I'm going all electric and that decision came about by watching your video.
Being a new subscriber, I had no idea how organic your boat owning has been, or the learning curve you have been through. It is a little overwhelming to think of yourself as being able to do what you are doing. I'm getting that this is a never-ending learning curve and you have been through a lot to get where you are.
Wow you guys really impressed me. I had no idea it was 50 yr old boat. Love your innovative ideas certainly has inspired. I wonder that little semi circular void a little shaped cup may keep say knives n forks just saying
No cockpit locker latches? If you roll they're wide open into the interior of the boat? Also at 23:50 if you're referring to propane, it is heavier than air, if leaked, it will settle in your bilge with possibly disastrous results. A loose cover (again not latched) is not a substitute for venting. For your own safety, an acceptable propane locker needs to be enclosed from the rest of the boat with upper and lower venting exiting outside the hull to allow the heavier than air gases to exit the lower vent to be replaced by ambient air from the upper vent. And in case you think I'm just being a picky jerk, I've literally seen a boat explode from improper venting of fumes (it was gasoline in the case I witnessed), fortunately all aboard jumped or were thrown clear. But it was very scary as the flaming hull drifted dangerously close to the docks! So I love the vids but please stay safe. ua-cam.com/video/tLoytzIC7Ds/v-deo.html
Such functional and elegant updates. Thanks for the description of your motivations for design changes. For this land bound sailor, it is amazing to see your built environment evolve. Uma has a whole new life.
Dan you and Kika should have your own show about refitting boats. This episode reminds me of a "home improvement " type show. You guys have an act for this. I don't sail, but have learned alot from you both. God bless!
Started following you thru covid quarantine . "Binged watched". Kept me from losing my mind. Thank you. Impressed with what you can do with hard work and determination. Motivation for people to try sailing for sure. I've always been a motor head and had a goal of building an all electric cruiser. After watching you, it seems that sailing is a much needed tactic to keep you actively involved in your environment and a positive way to spend your free time. Great job on everything you have accomplished, again thank you for sharing and the inspiration you bring to people that have experience and for people who do not. Great couple not only living the dream, but built it one step at a time....
I have a tip that I’ve used on several boats. With the main stowed in the sail pack, I kept the first 3’ of the old main cover and put it over the front of the sail pack. This seals around the mast and keeps the rain out of the main sail so I don’t get a shower when I raise the main. I love the sail pack but this trick makes it perfect.
You guys are living my dream. For 30+years sailed a Hunter30. I mostly used it for day or just over night. I spent lots of hours “ upgrading “ River Dragon. Since we never planned any long trips, I never re-did the interior. I did redo some of the interior but spent most of my time working on the Holland deck. I had to replace a lot of the core on the deck. Instead of buying core material., I cut strips of 1/4” marine grade plywood and over laced and then re glass the most of the
4:31 when you get a fresh water maker you’ll be able to use fresh water to not only clean the mud off the anchor, but the salt water off the anchor & chain as well‼️⛵️👍🏽👍🏽
Love your videos. You make very complicated look easy. By doing almost all of it yourself you know how to service and maintain when you need too. I have a 40 year old Jaguar that I am just starting to refurb and your use of paint and non slip upgrades will be going into my plan, thank you. I saw Uma at Southampton last year and she looked fantastic, keep up the great work and the great channel 👏
Keep it up, it's worth it. I binge watched about 80-100 steps when I found this channel till I caught up, the only bad thing is when you catch up you are like, "I have to wait a whole week for the next episode!" 🤣
I finally have full red bars on all Uma videos on ua-cam.com/channels/XbWsGV_cjG3gOsSnNJPVlg.htmlvideos ;-) I found I missed viewing Step 115 and a few other non-steps UMA Specials. - Full outline of Uma listed videos up to Step 220. checkvist.com/checklists/763555 Season 1: Launching Uma - Step 1 to 12 (12 steps, 16 videos) - May to Nov 20151 Season 2: Sailing Uma - Step 13 to 24 (12 steps/videos) - Nov 2015 to Apr 2016 Season 3: United States - Step 25 to 42 (18 steps/videos) - Apr to Aug 2016 Season 4: Haiti - Step 43 to 63 - (21 steps, 23 videos) - Sep 2016 to Mar 2017 Season 5: Caribbean Junkets - Step 64 to 124 (61 steps, 66 videos) - Mar 2017 to Jun 2018 Season 6: Time for a Refit - Step 125 to 149 (25 steps, 53 videos) - Jun to Dec 2018 Season 7: Bahamas (2018-2019) - Step 150 to 169 (20 steps, 25 videos) - Dec 2018 to May 2019 Season 8: USA to Canada (2019) - Step 170 to 190 (21 steps, 30 videos) - May to Sep 2019 Season 9: DAILY VLOGS Crossing The North Atlantic Ocean (Aug 2019) - Step 191 to 192 (2 steps, 19 videos) - Oct 2019 Season 10: United Kingdom (2019-2020) - Step 193 to 217 (25 steps, 27 videos) - Oct 2019 Season 11: The North Sea - Step 218 to ... - May 2020
Wow, the Cape Horn Windvane is around US$4000/€4000/£3850, probably a fair bit more if you have it fitted. It always surprises me that no smalled engineering firm has made something similar to the Cape Horn, Hydrovane etc. I'm going to have a bash at making the Mark Three that Canadian Alan Mulholland of Wave Rover fame made for a few quid, and which has seen him safely on several very testing passages, and which has survived a knockdown in the Atlantic without damage.
The price of most wind vanes out there are all around the same range. Sure There are cheaper options out there but when it comes to the windvane we see it as a safety equipment and we wanted to get one we knew we could trust. And trust me it was worth every single penny. We did a lot of research to find the right vane but we fell in love with the cape horn, because not only its a simple and beautiful design, its a beast and so powerful. On our North Atlantic crossing it was steering 99.9% of it. Also the guy who designed and built it (yves) took it for a non stop circumnavigation as his shake down, And rarely ever had to steer. He made a film about his journey. And each vane is specifically built to each boats measurements, so you don’t have to add all sorts of metal Tubes just to make it fit.
@@SailingUma Yes, the safety aspect is huge, especially as I'll be doing the same solo passages as Yves and as yourselves, and will be quite dependent on the self-steering. I'm on a very tight budget though, so will have to try my hand at making the 'Mark Three' as Dan's Alan Mulholland calls it. The first videos of yours I watched (and those that inspired me to want to start sailing at 62 years of age) were your west to east passage ones as you headed across the somewhat irate North Atlantic to Southampton, England, minutes from my home. As a total greenhorn I was interested to learn of these marvellous wind-powered self-steering devices, and was amazed that you could shelter blow deck while the self-steering did the business outside in the madness! Those videos were also my first sight of AIS, another absolute 'must' as far I'm concerned! It felt so good seeing you cosy in the cabin, dry and warm from the North Atlantic turmoil outside, but able to check the AIS to see who was around you, and the compass to see that you were still headed this way! My warmest wishes to you both. Please stay safe and happy always (Port Au) Princess Kika and Mountain Man Dan. Mike, Southampton, UK.
The awesomeness of UMA’s pimp-level is off the chart. It’s inspiring to watch your refitting solutions. Some modern day shipyards would benefit from your ideas and build quality when they try to cut financial corners
I started binge watching your channel at the beginning of the COVID shut down here in the States and am finally caught up to date, having now to wait a week for each new Step. You two have really inspired my husband and I and we have recently purchased our first boat, 1979 Helms 24. She needs some repair work and we also plan to make a few upgrades before we put her in the water. We had originally planned on setting sail this fall, but with the global pandemic situation that may delay us some. Thank you for your wonderfully entertaining and informative content in each and every video. You have proven you don't need to be a millionaire to live the cruising lifestyle and that is a great encouragement. Smooth Sailing!
Brilliant. You both are expert teachers - school professors could learn a lot from your passion, articulate delivery, joy, authority, preparedness, and overall presentational effectiveness. As a 30 year career man myself, I’m most impressed. Thanks for sharing! I’ll be rewatching this more than once as I refit future boats ...
I carry a 40 gallon flexible tank, and a dedicated pump to transfer the water into the tanks- in addition to jerry cans we use for wash. The flexible tank saves trips to the water source, pain of pouring water into the tank manipulating jerry cans.
Hey I know this might be a little late on the comment, but the 403 stainless can be polished to the specs of the 316 stainless. Might be a little bit of work doing it by hand but it’s well worth it in the end. Once you polish it you can use a protectant coating that will make it last a lot longer. Especially in the salty environments. This is how we polish 403 on our trucks during the winter to keep the shine during salt season. I can get some more info on the products and let you know what you need. Good luck and happy sailings!
For your wood heater chimney, try boiled linseed oil. You might need to put on a coat a weak for 1st months. It takes just 20 seconds to apply a coat. It also does wonders for wood. Read and obey safety concerns according to disposal of rags.
I’ve watched this boat improve a little at a time. It’s nice to see the changes you’ve made in one video (series). You guys have always done quality work. It’s a joy to watch and I’m looking forward to the rest of this series... especially the new motor system.
Just a safety tip. I saw you don't have pins on your turnbuckles. You should, to prevent them from unscrewing. No matter how tight you think the might be. Ask any rigger. Thanks and Fair winds, C
Ok, Got it! Anyhow, even standing still small vibrations may occur. Personally I wouldn't risk it. How many I have regretted a little delay or shortcut in the boat. Cheers
Watching the video today brought back so many memories of Uma and both of you when it started. I did not realize that I missed the blue deck! Love the videos.
I've been following avidly for ages now and remember you making most of these updates at the time but it was really enjoyable having them reviewed together like this. Cheers and fair winds :)
OK, Now just when is it you are officially opening D&K Yacht Designs? Another great video with one very tiny exception. When Dan was talking about the breakaway shackle on the dodger wing I tried to stop the video to see what he was talking about but the clip was so short it was very difficult to locate the frame.
Without doubt you two rule the roost entertaining me every Thursday. The best sailing channel. The recap today was a great reminder of all the work and effort detailed in earlier episodes, but taken together like this, was just so much more impressive. I love your home almost as much as you do and to top it all the trip up the English Channel and NorthSea Canal to Amsterdam brought back tons of memories from 54 years ago, when I made the same trip in a 21 foot sailboat. So keep on doing what you love and I’ll be watching. 🍷🍷
Uma is so beautiful! You two have done an amazing job refitting and upgrading her. Wonderful editing and production for your videos too! I am a huge fan and LOVE your channel!! Cheers from Southern California USA ~~
This was very helpful to anybody considering purchasing a boat or just dreaming about it. I like that you used basic language and not excessive nautical terminology. A lot of other videos I can’t understand because they use so much terminology I’m not familiar with. I look forward to your next video. Keep up the great work.
You two are possibly the cutest couple on UA-cam... you're definitely the most talented. Also, your teamwork is on point! I love how you both aren't afraid to get dirty or learn something new. Its inspiring to see the hard work pay off! Keep it up!
nice to follow your projects as older sailors. that gives us inspiration to restore our old dehler delanta 780. And nice to see you sailing around in our little country.
I watch your channel since some time now and your boat has really evolved. It went from an ugly duck to a gracious eagle. The amount of passion and blood you put in to this is amazing and inspiring!
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That was fun. I did notice when Kiki was explaining the paint, one of the shroud turnbuckles was visible, and there were no cotter pins helping to prevent the turnbuckle from loosening under tension. I admit that I don’t always use them for my Rhodes 19, but I’m not crossing oceans. Just sayin’..
Ha!! We were betting how long it would take someone to notice ;). We actually are adjusting our rig after our haul out, so until we get it just right, we left them off so we can make micro adjustments after each sail.
Timothy Gillespie ...who is this “Kiki” person of which you speak...?
@@SailingUma is a water maker on the horizon? If so, is it going to be store bought or homemade?
@@BuzzLightyear9999 Kiki was the name of the pretty girl in the TV series Lightning Point.
@@ghost307 lol! Nah, Kiki is the frog in Hector's House!
To be honest, it's a fair mistake to make, @Buzz Lightyear, when writing about Kika talking about Kiwi paint and spellchecker "corrections". I hate spellchecker, even if it is my fault for not checking!
Admit it! Uma was a wreck, when you took over! It was something 90% of sailing people probably would have dumped, and bought a better boat. No engine, keel was loose, and it had bad repairs and soft spots in the fibreglass. All together made it scrap! But you have repaired it all, and scooped out every inch of space inside, and made a 50 year old design fresh and modern. And you have shown in details, and proven, how to make a boat so far gone, stronger and better sailing than ever. On a budget. You are not only doing the right things, but you are expanding the frame for what can and should be done to almost any of all these 30something footers monohulls that anybody can pick up all around the world for next to nothing, and fulfill their sailing dreams, even on a small budget. Your video and editing skills makes it all understandable and entertaining to watch. On top, your individual personalities and your partnership makes you loveable, charming and relatable. I am so proud of you, and happy to be taken a long for this experience, and I can't wait to see how far you can take this project! Thank you... ❤️
Awe thanks for putting a smile on our faces!!!
What a nice comment.
Here, here! Ditto on all you said! I’m definitely in awe of the vision, creativity and skill sets of these two! There’s definitely some great synergy going on, bearing some wonderful fruit!
We bought and renovated a 1986 16' Compac but never really spent enough time sailing her. Yes, the couch and the kids happened! Sold "Lebowski" last summer... We kinda miss her and kinda don't.
I love you two for going all in.
Well said
I like these kids they are a breath of fresh air for 63-year-old man who bought a couch happy sailing keep the wind at your back✌️
Fresh breath of air
@@KoohaEbuyer you must be fun at parties lol
@@KoohaEbuyer Really? "A breath of fresh air" is in pretty much every English dictionary.
@@KoohaEbuyer
"A breath of fresh air"
phrase of fresh air
noun: breath of fresh air
a small amount of or a brief time in the fresh air.
a refreshing change.
"the company's no-nonsense attitude is a breath of fresh air"
Definitions from Oxford Languages
I was debating with people what’s the difference between “a breath of fresh air “, or “a fresh breath of air”. Of course the first one, but I like the other one. Anyway both are correct I suppose 😅😂🤣
Not too long ago I heard my brother say he was going to "uma" the hell out of a thing, meaning he was going to make it pretty and do it pretty cheap. Uma(the verb): to re-quality an old thing. to apply love until beautiful.
Love this:-)!
Hand steering the first two years made you better sailors, made you understand your boat and sail trimming better. I'm so jealous! I love the cockpit layout and everything you've done to your boat! Congratulations! You've earned every joyful moment you've experienced:)
I’m so impressed by you both. The fact that you don’t go around slapping each other on the back every other moment to rejoice in your Uma accomplishments astounds me. The sailing is impressive however your work ethic and work arounds are even more so. Something I have noticed on sailing channels is that sunshine, exploration and play only comes after significant time and hard work. In this world of shadows that we live in right now, what a shining example you both are of where positivity and hard work can take you. I realise your stories are so much more complicated than that however it only adds to the respect I have for you both. Thank you for being a channel I can show my children to help them understand that dreams can come true with hard work and usually a little less fibreglassing. 😉Thanks Uma. 🐨🦘🌊☀️
Could not have put it better myself. Positivity, work ethic, work arounds. Many businesses would be more successful if they took a leaf out of your book.
Lol
"that we can install ourselves, that we can repair ourselves and that is reflecting our style."
Well said and done. And your style is awesome ! You started with a poor, sorry state boat and now look at it ! Awesome, modern, well thought and utmost safe ship. Bravo to you two. What not to love ! ❤️
this pearson is one of my top fav boats , and what you have done with her in upgrades is outstanding and goes to show with a little love you can make a 50 year old yacht still look young and fresh , the Jane Fonda of sailboats !!
The updated tour was so good! I am excited to incorporate Sailing Uma into our school's learning experience for 2020-2021. We have viewed many sailing youtube channels, but your channel stands out with a strong educational and fun element for sailing that students want to follow.
I started converting my 34 yacht to elec mech 5 years ago and friends would say oh! JUST LIKE UMA!! uma who? Well now I've just about given up trouble shooting and researching my boat problems and go with the uma solutions.
You've put in so much hard work and good research and product testing, I litterally just started to buy what you recommend. I've just placed a large order with victron for dc dc converters, inverter and a solar charger so I hope they give you a credit somewhere.
I'm staying with my 48Vdc SEPEx engine and battery configuration for now, although excited to seeing the longterm results of your new saildrive build.
I'm also looking forward to the bow roller design project and rigging tour.
Let me know if you want to see pics of the variation on the uma themed boat.
Holy SHIT. You guys have come SO FAR. I’ve watched Uma from the beginning and wow, this video almost made me emotional! You made this boat 100% suitable for you. How inspiring. You guys have been through so MUCH over these years and you ALWAYS are smiling, emitting joy and effervescent as always. Im so proud. Kika, you’re seriously my effing hero. I’m not kidding. I could cry. And Dan, you know you’re a friggin legend. I love your story, your message, and you. Keep going 😭❤️🙏🏼
Two beautiful & oh so capable people, sailing what is now a beautiful & capable boat. All three are simply awesome. Cheers.
So, I'm on my break watching your latest video when a vendor walks by and says, "Hey! I watch those guys too!" Small world. Great informative video. Be safe!
😂 hahah thats awesome! Thanks for watching
I have always thought sailing looked impossible and utterly confusing until I started watching your videos. You guys are the best!
I am in my 70. now and I was sailing for more then 50 years on a lot of different ships and in a lot of different countries. But - and this is the reason I write this - I still can learn a lot from you. The way you are planing and finishing your boat-projekts is fenominal. I love to whatch you solfing all of your problems so smart and perfekt. Thank you for that. Good luck to you and UMA and keep on rolling safely! Best Greetings from Bavaria/Germany.
You two are on top of a whole different level with your work and professionalism when it comes to daily life, maintaining and upgrading a sailboat. You tackle any project with the gusto of knowing you will get it done even when it is something new and you have no idea where to start. Then you finish and it looks like that was done by a master who has had a lifetime of experience on just that one task. Excellent work!
I've never been dissapointed with one of your videos. Your love for what you are doing, and for each other, is infectious. Waiting for the inside next.
Finally a detailed video. Im new to sailing and I have been scratching my head with how somethings work. You two are the absolute best at making videos that explain things in detail. Keep up the good work.
Well today I felt like I could see you two with graying hair and it was strange, but I see you as people for the long haul! Sweet, video and we thank you for your lovely work!
When someone asks me about the motor in my boat my response is always "it's a sailboat". Really like that you sail everywhere.
Dan and Kika, Thank you for your UA-cam dedication and sailing spirit. You are both so lucky to have the same passion and desire sailing and living your dreams. I honestly very much look forward to your weekly videos, to see what you guys are up to next. And you need to know that you both have such an influence in the sailing UA-cam community. Your inspiration and "don't buy a couch" attitudes are part of the reason my wife and I bought our first sailboat in our 50's, a 1999 Hunter 380, in which, I too have been re-fitting over the last couple of years. Keep up the awesome work!
Thank you for the tour, Uma has come a long way and looks great.
You two are absolutely brilliant! Thank you for all of the wonderful content, creativity, and style. Watching the evolution of your boat over these last few years has been nothing short of remarkable. Well done!
The things you guys have upgraded on your boat have really made it awesome!
That " yacht " is extremely custom. Nice job.
This series is great! You have made such improvements to the boat, I really like that you put them in the spotlight again. I like to take your work as an example quite a lot so thank you for these detailed show an tell videos :D
The best thing to see is that you love each other very much and that's the best thing I like to see! Be safe and move on. Greatings from the Netherlands a very nice country to visit with your boat and beautiful waters. (I was also sailing for many, many years)
wow... and wow. you two architects put it out there so freely, i feel i know y'all... and yet we may never meet. so strange. definitively strange. but i love you both and am so grateful for what you've created. i'll be cruising someday and you two have helped give me the courage to say that.
OK so we've all love being a part of you guys journey with Uma.. and loved every chapter. But i think its time you guys moved onto something larger and im more than sure, despite all the love you guys have for your beloved home, that idea has likely been bouncing around. I can really see you guys with a 30+ catermeran. and dare i say , it would be cool to see what other viewers think about this whole idea. we would LOVE to see you into something all together new. Ide like to see a vote. and also.. dare i say i would doubt your viewers wanting you to do a fundme to get one, youd be surprised at the result.
Thanks for Following :) But Although we appreciate the thought... we love our boat, we worked really hard into making her the way she is and turning her into the little home she has become. Now its time for us to enjoy the fruit of our labour.
Great video!! It was like a trip down memory lane! Love watching
Putting this episode together definitely gave us a deep appreciation for just how far we have come and just how much we've done along the way..and also how much we improved with our footage ☺
I’m so impressed with all the thought, ingenuity, and beauty you both put into your boat! As a former Architectural students and a boat lover, I really appreciate what you’re doing. I had a small day sailer years ago, but an starting to look into getting a cruiser that I can work on abs one day live aboard. Thank you for your channel and your very instructive videos, they are a true inspiration for me!
Great job. The two of you have so much to be proud of, from refitting Uma to the quality of your edits. 🤙🤙
304 stainless is designed to take heat (such as your log fire), that's why is is used on vehicle exhaust pipes, it will surface rust very quickly but once the surface rust sets up it won't rust any further. 316 stainless will discolour too if heat is applied so it won't stay nice and shiny either, it won't look rusty, it'll get that purple/straw type of colour.
Thank you for bringing a little sunshine into all the sadness. Very interesting to see all you’ve done!
You guys are not only inspiring, fun, smart, skilled and tenacious but you are tough as nails. I don't know how long I could sail even in local waters without lifelines! And that upside-down tender at the bow ... wipes out deck space in case you need to get up there. Fantastic work !
everything is so well thought through, comes only with experience. nicely presented guys!
At 69 Y.O. living with a pacemaker, and an unfulfilled bucket list including living aboard and sailing a 30 Ft + sailboat as you do, I have watched you do all the upgrades & repairs with keen interest knowing....." I could have done that". but i also know now it will never happen. Therefore I live vicariously through you.. thanks for that. I scour the sailboats for sale sites and see so many contenders for re-fits, I just wish I had it in me. Sucks to get old, so my advise to those that wish they could: : DONT WAIT, NO BARRIERS, JUST DONT BUY A COUCH OR GET RID OF THE ONE YOU HAVE AND NO MORE EXCUSES, JUST DO IT!
Great video! I love the DYI aspect of Sailing Uma. You both are brilliant DYI'ers, going above and beyond. Great to see a review of the old girl from the beginning to the present. A lot of changes over the years.
Loved this video. Two thumbs and two toes up.
Splendid inspirational video as usual guys.
Watching the stinky anchor chain coming up (I used to live on the UK's south coast....) a suggestion would be to plumb in a pipe from saltwater pump to the bow and end up in a (substantially built) multi directional multi spray head system to clean the chain just before the top roller plus possibly a few small spray heads to clean off the resulting splatter at the bow. Could link the saltwater pump into the anchor winch motor circuit so it comes on automatically with the winch motor with manual override for servicing or clean ocean floor anchoring.
S302/304 grade stainless steel doesn't belong on a saltwater boat. Could have the company that made that wood stove exhaust supply one in 316 grade stainless or in the summer give it to a sheetmetal company to make two off. One for your boat and one to sell for someone who has the same problem!
Have fun!
Just finished watching step 63 when this was posted. Excellent👏👏 I’ve wanted to see everything you’ve done from the beginning. Very Impressive. Can’t wait until next week to see what happens then. Thank you for sharing your adventure 😎
The dodger is genius. Loved this deck tour can‘t wait for the others. A tip from a friend‘s boat, is to put your emergency tiller on the inside of the cockpit locker lid. If you lost steering, it‘s most likely going to be in heavy weather and you don‘t want to be rummaging around the depths of the locker looking for the emrgency tiller in a storm. He made a neat little holder for it on the inside of the lid. Same for the bolt cutters. Your Uma is a bespoke piece of art. xo
Very inspiring... I love how you are so true to yourselves and approach things from your perspective and not just what the ‘normal’ way of doing it is.
One thing that stood out to me (having worked with carbon fibre.) though is, you may want consider a means for protecting the ‘end grain’ of that CF bowsprit at some point. Especially the outer edge radius of its face. Once you break the bond of the epoxy and a layer(s) of CF matting, (chain or shackle or something impacting it.) it can deteriorate (splinter) kinda quickly. And a CF splinter that is made up of chip that has broken away from the surface is DEFINITELY not the best type of splinter to have...
I would make a stainless (or whatever material you choose.) end cap that has the same outer dimension profile as the bow sprit and with a recessed section that is inserted into the inside diameter of the CF bowsprit, making the CF surface transition flush with the surface of the end cap.
Awesome boat... You guys have done an amazing job. And you did it in such an intelligent and considered approach. It is truly YOUR boat. 👍
As a new sailor (2 years) with a thirst to learn, and a bug to purchase a 36-42' sailing yacht within the next couple years hopefully, you guys are extraordinary in terms of your detail and production quality. There's just the right amount of "fun stuff" vs the "learning stuff. So many of your colleagues seem like they're just wasting my time (and theirs) because, "oh well, it's time to make another video". Often, when it's time to make another video, the stars have nothing educational or entertaining to say or demonstrate. Your videos, on the other hand, seem to have a reason they're being made. With all your videos I've watched so far, I usually learn something about sailing or boats that I didn't know before. Your personalities and respective skill sets seem to really compliment one another, making for a compelling watch. I love what you've been able to accomplish with Uma and can appreciate how much time, effort, love, and dollars have been put into her to get her in her current condition. Please don't change your formula!
Interesting. I had forgotten how much work you had put into your boat, you have transformed it. Big thumbs up 👍
This video is testament that any boat can be brought up to "shipshape & Bristol fashion" with hard work and an eye for quality, and beauty. I look forward to many years of watching your adventures.
Loved all your vids since the first day, watched every one and this is the most summarily informative from the most impressive conversion that I have seen. Thank you!.. waiting for the day to live the dream which you have damn near perfected, cheers!
UMA is like my favorite Ax I have chenged the handle several times and the head a couple times and still is my favorite ax!
That analogy comes up a lot when we're talking about our little boat.
@@SailingUma the only thing that is not replaceable is the Crew for they ARE the heart.
You truly have come a long way of upgrading Uma. Congratulations to the both of you. :)
I have to admit when i first watched when you got your boat , i thought it was questionably seaworthy . You've done an excellent on the re-build and it's been interesting as you've shown so much of your style in the designs . You're a great team and fun to watch so smooth sailing and keep it up . Thumbs up to Uma !
I loved your update tour, really great. I've learned new things from your update, like the polycarbonate! Thanks!
The real deal. Love you guys. My life would be less without the ability to live vicariously through your travels. As always, thanks so much for sharing.
Steve
Nicely organized tour with good explanations for the non-sailor viewers. Great job Team Uma!
THat was fun and refreshing. Good to see you both ( all 3 including Uma ) are doing well. Stay safe.
I love the idea of no diesel, no stinky exaust and no expensive motor failures. My wife and I raced our San Juan 30 but it was just small to comfortably go off shore. It was perfect for the San Francisco Bay. By the way she had a 31' Captain's license so that made me 1st mate.
Uma is a 'brand new' (1972) Person 36. Nice job
I really really like that your boat is all electric. That's a game changer for sure and when your glob trotting, you don't need to worry about finding diesel. Man, you two did a lot of cool changes to your deck. I'm impressed with the thought and function that you put into it to achieve what seems to be perfection in my opinion for a mono hull. I'm a multi hull guy but I both types of hull designs have many of the same components and you guys absolutely did an awesome job. Every time I watch one of your videos, I get new ideas to incorporate into my future boat build which will probably be a Schionning G-Force 1400 Cruise or a 1500 Cruise. I'm going all electric and that decision came about by watching your video.
Your video recording and editing skills are outstanding.. Very organized script with valuable shared experiences... Job well done....
thank you 😊
Being a new subscriber, I had no idea how organic your boat owning has been, or the learning curve you have been through. It is a little overwhelming to think of yourself as being able to do what you are doing. I'm getting that this is a never-ending learning curve and you have been through a lot to get where you are.
I have so been waiting for this. Thank you
Wow you guys really impressed me. I had no idea it was 50 yr old boat. Love your innovative ideas certainly has inspired. I wonder that little semi circular void a little shaped cup may keep say knives n forks just saying
I just came home from school and now i am gonna watch it😂so happy New video. Love from denmark
No cockpit locker latches? If you roll they're wide open into the interior of the boat? Also at 23:50 if you're referring to propane, it is heavier than air, if leaked, it will settle in your bilge with possibly disastrous results. A loose cover (again not latched) is not a substitute for venting. For your own safety, an acceptable propane locker needs to be enclosed from the rest of the boat with upper and lower venting exiting outside the hull to allow the heavier than air gases to exit the lower vent to be replaced by ambient air from the upper vent. And in case you think I'm just being a picky jerk, I've literally seen a boat explode from improper venting of fumes (it was gasoline in the case I witnessed), fortunately all aboard jumped or were thrown clear. But it was very scary as the flaming hull drifted dangerously close to the docks! So I love the vids but please stay safe. ua-cam.com/video/tLoytzIC7Ds/v-deo.html
Alright I am doing it. Binge watch from step #1.
Wow! Impressive rig! You make living on a sailboat look easy. In my next life, I want to be as adventurous as you both!
Just subscribed Love your channel I'm definitely getting a boat soon
Such functional and elegant updates. Thanks for the description of your motivations for design changes. For this land bound sailor, it is amazing to see your built environment evolve. Uma has a whole new life.
HI guys it was once again great. i do stay more and more motivated every video of yours thanks
Dan you and Kika should have your own show about refitting boats. This episode reminds me of a "home improvement " type show. You guys have an act for this.
I don't sail, but have learned alot from you both. God bless!
Again an interesting episode and I love the background of Durgerdam. I sailed there last week my self (Pampus and Muiden). Thanks!
Amazing couple with awesome tenactiy, vision and persistance. Kudos to you two.
Great tour!
Started following you thru covid quarantine . "Binged watched". Kept me from losing my mind. Thank you. Impressed with what you can do with hard work and determination. Motivation for people to try sailing for sure. I've always been a motor head and had a goal of building an all electric cruiser. After watching you, it seems that sailing is a much needed tactic to keep you actively involved in your environment and a positive way to spend your free time. Great job on everything you have accomplished, again thank you for sharing and the inspiration you bring to people that have experience and for people who do not. Great couple not only living the dream, but built it one step at a time....
I’ve been waiting so long for this!!!
I have a tip that I’ve used on several boats. With the main stowed in the sail pack, I kept the first 3’ of the old main cover and put it over the front of the sail pack. This seals around the mast and keeps the rain out of the main sail so I don’t get a shower when I raise the main. I love the sail pack but this trick makes it perfect.
We have a custom made piece that zips on the front. Part of the original build. We just don’t use it that often.
Keep on meaning to repaint my deck each spring but just end up going sailing instead 🤙🍻⛵️
Same.
You guys are living my dream. For 30+years sailed a Hunter30. I mostly used it for day or just over night. I spent lots of hours “ upgrading “ River Dragon. Since we never planned any long trips, I never re-did the interior. I did redo some of the interior but spent most of my time working on the Holland deck. I had to replace a lot of the core on the deck. Instead of buying core material., I cut strips of 1/4” marine grade plywood and over laced and then re glass the most of the
Was I the only one having to solo-whistle the Uma theme song at the end of this video!?😏
Nope.
4:31 when you get a fresh water maker you’ll be able to use fresh water to not only clean the mud off the anchor, but the salt water off the anchor & chain as well‼️⛵️👍🏽👍🏽
Steps # 256 to 258!
Ocean: I'm the harshest.
Space: hold my beer.
Love your videos. You make very complicated look easy. By doing almost all of it yourself you know how to service and maintain when you need too. I have a 40 year old Jaguar that I am just starting to refurb and your use of paint and non slip upgrades will be going into my plan, thank you. I saw Uma at Southampton last year and she looked fantastic, keep up the great work and the great channel 👏
I've been binge watching upto step 77 not sure I can watch them all but don't want to watch new episodes lol
Keep it up, it's worth it. I binge watched about 80-100 steps when I found this channel till I caught up, the only bad thing is when you catch up you are like, "I have to wait a whole week for the next episode!" 🤣
I did the same. It's worth the investment of time, imho.
I finally have full red bars on all Uma videos on ua-cam.com/channels/XbWsGV_cjG3gOsSnNJPVlg.htmlvideos ;-)
I found I missed viewing Step 115 and a few other non-steps UMA Specials.
- Full outline of Uma listed videos up to Step 220. checkvist.com/checklists/763555
Season 1: Launching Uma - Step 1 to 12 (12 steps, 16 videos) - May to Nov 20151
Season 2: Sailing Uma - Step 13 to 24 (12 steps/videos) - Nov 2015 to Apr 2016
Season 3: United States - Step 25 to 42 (18 steps/videos) - Apr to Aug 2016
Season 4: Haiti - Step 43 to 63 - (21 steps, 23 videos) - Sep 2016 to Mar 2017
Season 5: Caribbean Junkets - Step 64 to 124 (61 steps, 66 videos) - Mar 2017 to Jun 2018
Season 6: Time for a Refit - Step 125 to 149 (25 steps, 53 videos) - Jun to Dec 2018
Season 7: Bahamas (2018-2019) - Step 150 to 169 (20 steps, 25 videos) - Dec 2018 to May 2019
Season 8: USA to Canada (2019) - Step 170 to 190 (21 steps, 30 videos) - May to Sep 2019
Season 9: DAILY VLOGS Crossing The North Atlantic Ocean (Aug 2019) - Step 191 to 192 (2 steps, 19 videos) - Oct 2019
Season 10: United Kingdom (2019-2020) - Step 193 to 217 (25 steps, 27 videos) - Oct 2019
Season 11: The North Sea - Step 218 to ... - May 2020
Wow, the Cape Horn Windvane is around US$4000/€4000/£3850, probably a fair bit more if you have it fitted. It always surprises me that no smalled engineering firm has made something similar to the Cape Horn, Hydrovane etc. I'm going to have a bash at making the Mark Three that Canadian Alan Mulholland of Wave Rover fame made for a few quid, and which has seen him safely on several very testing passages, and which has survived a knockdown in the Atlantic without damage.
The price of most wind vanes out there are all around the same range. Sure There are cheaper options out there but when it comes to the windvane we see it as a safety equipment and we wanted to get one we knew we could trust. And trust me it was worth every single penny. We did a lot of research to find the right vane but we fell in love with the cape horn, because not only its a simple and beautiful design, its a beast and so powerful. On our North Atlantic crossing it was steering 99.9% of it. Also the guy who designed and built it (yves) took it for a non stop circumnavigation as his shake down, And rarely ever had to steer. He made a film about his journey. And each vane is specifically built to each boats measurements, so you don’t have to add all sorts of metal
Tubes just to make it fit.
@@SailingUma Yes, the safety aspect is huge, especially as I'll be doing the same solo passages as Yves and as yourselves, and will be quite dependent on the self-steering. I'm on a very tight budget though, so will have to try my hand at making the 'Mark Three' as Dan's Alan Mulholland calls it.
The first videos of yours I watched (and those that inspired me to want to start sailing at 62 years of age) were your west to east passage ones as you headed across the somewhat irate North Atlantic to Southampton, England, minutes from my home. As a total greenhorn I was interested to learn of these marvellous wind-powered self-steering devices, and was amazed that you could shelter blow deck while the self-steering did the business outside in the madness! Those videos were also my first sight of AIS, another absolute 'must' as far I'm concerned! It felt so good seeing you cosy in the cabin, dry and warm from the North Atlantic turmoil outside, but able to check the AIS to see who was around you, and the compass to see that you were still headed this way!
My warmest wishes to you both. Please stay safe and happy always (Port Au) Princess Kika and Mountain Man Dan.
Mike, Southampton, UK.
The awesomeness of UMA’s pimp-level is off the chart. It’s inspiring to watch your refitting solutions. Some modern day shipyards would benefit from your ideas and build quality when they try to cut financial corners
I started binge watching your channel at the beginning of the COVID shut down here in the States and am finally caught up to date, having now to wait a week for each new Step. You two have really inspired my husband and I and we have recently purchased our first boat, 1979 Helms 24. She needs some repair work and we also plan to make a few upgrades before we put her in the water. We had originally planned on setting sail this fall, but with the global pandemic situation that may delay us some. Thank you for your wonderfully entertaining and informative content in each and every video. You have proven you don't need to be a millionaire to live the cruising lifestyle and that is a great encouragement. Smooth Sailing!
Brilliant. You both are expert teachers - school professors could learn a lot from your passion, articulate delivery, joy, authority, preparedness, and overall presentational effectiveness. As a 30 year career man myself, I’m most impressed. Thanks for sharing! I’ll be rewatching this more than once as I refit future boats ...
I carry a 40 gallon flexible tank, and a dedicated pump to transfer the water into the tanks- in addition to jerry cans we use for wash.
The flexible tank saves trips to the water source, pain of pouring water into the tank manipulating jerry cans.
Hey I know this might be a little late on the comment, but the 403 stainless can be polished to the specs of the 316 stainless. Might be a little bit of work doing it by hand but it’s well worth it in the end. Once you polish it you can use a protectant coating that will make it last a lot longer. Especially in the salty environments. This is how we polish 403 on our trucks during the winter to keep the shine during salt season. I can get some more info on the products and let you know what you need. Good luck and happy sailings!
For your wood heater chimney, try boiled linseed oil. You might need to put on a coat a weak for 1st months. It takes just 20 seconds to apply a coat. It also does wonders for wood. Read and obey safety concerns according to disposal of rags.
I’ve watched this boat improve a little at a time. It’s nice to see the changes you’ve made in one video (series).
You guys have always done quality work. It’s a joy to watch and I’m looking forward to the rest of this series... especially the new motor system.
Just a safety tip. I saw you don't have pins on your turnbuckles. You should, to prevent them from unscrewing. No matter how tight you think the might be. Ask any rigger.
Thanks and
Fair winds, C
Looks like you skipped reading the pinned comment on this video...
Ok, Got it!
Anyhow, even standing still small vibrations may occur.
Personally I wouldn't risk it. How many I have regretted a little delay or shortcut in the boat.
Cheers
Watching the video today brought back so many memories of Uma and both of you when it started. I did not realize that I missed the blue deck! Love the videos.
I've been following avidly for ages now and remember you making most of these updates at the time but it was really enjoyable having them reviewed together like this. Cheers and fair winds :)
OK, Now just when is it you are officially opening D&K Yacht Designs?
Another great video with one very tiny exception. When Dan was talking about the breakaway shackle on the dodger wing
I tried to stop the video to see what he was talking about but the clip was so short it was very difficult to locate the frame.
We went over it in more detail in the instal video listed in this video description.
Without doubt you two rule the roost entertaining me every Thursday. The best sailing channel. The recap today was a great reminder of all the work and effort detailed in earlier episodes, but taken together like this, was just so much more impressive. I love your home almost as much as you do and to top it all the trip up the English Channel and NorthSea Canal to Amsterdam brought back tons of memories from 54 years ago, when I made the same trip in a 21 foot sailboat. So keep on doing what you love and I’ll be watching. 🍷🍷
Very special to see that you filmed it "op het Binnen IJ" near by the Schellingwoudebrug/bridge. I sailed there a lot myself
Uma is so beautiful! You two have done an amazing job refitting and upgrading her.
Wonderful editing and production for your videos too!
I am a huge fan and LOVE your channel!!
Cheers from Southern California USA ~~
This was very helpful to anybody considering purchasing a boat or just dreaming about it. I like that you used basic language and not excessive nautical terminology. A lot of other videos I can’t understand because they use so much terminology I’m not familiar with. I look forward to your next video. Keep up the great work.
You two are possibly the cutest couple on UA-cam... you're definitely the most talented. Also, your teamwork is on point! I love how you both aren't afraid to get dirty or learn something new. Its inspiring to see the hard work pay off! Keep it up!
nice to follow your projects as older sailors. that gives us inspiration to restore our old dehler delanta 780. And nice to see you sailing around in our little country.
I watch your channel since some time now and your boat has really evolved. It went from an ugly duck to a gracious eagle. The amount of passion and blood you put in to this is amazing and inspiring!