I needed you guys today , no drama ,no click bait , some passionate adults offering some intelligent explanations on how there sail boat operates . I thank you .
I beg to differ the title and I quote "Our Electric Sailboat has Unlimited Range" Not one mention of anything electic regarding their motor. If that is not click bait I dont know what is. Why not title the video "sails we have on our boat"
@@gregharding7329 I came looking for this comment, I came to this video because I was curious about combining electric power with sails and wasted my time. The fact that there are no solar panels should have been a hint. Click Bait
In 7 years of watching sailing videos, no one has noted that one type of sail can have many names. Thanks for letting the secret out. Greetings from snowy Ontario, 🇨🇦 Canada.
None sailor here... Been watching for yrs. from start till now.. Very informative on your sheets... just like normal.. I'm still think you guys were nuts going up to the attic ... omg... you two are awesome!!! Cheers
You don't have to remain a non-sailor 😊 come join in on the fun and freedom! Call your local marina and ask about abandoned boats and begin studying and looking at boats closely and before you know it you'll be on the water sailing.
Wow - THIS is why we’ve been following your journey for years. While we recognize that you have a highly diverse group of viewers with varied interests and that each episode is fantastic in it’s own way, your ability to clearly articulate and explain complex systems in a viewer-friendly manner is something we enjoy and benefit from in sailing our own boat. Enjoy sailing the Med - I know we do!
Excellent episode. I love that you explain the reasoning behind your choices, the why of things is so often missing in the UA-cam world, sailing and otherwise. Thanks.
This was a great lesson on sails, something every sailor should know. You were both clear and accurate with your descriptions. And you have reconstructed an OK boat into a fabulous boat. Keep up the great videos.
My 90 year old Mom, Helga from Glendora,CA USA, who the last time she was on a ship was in 1938 escaping nazi Germany, is addicted to your videos and never misses one, and she especially loves Kika "and her beautiful smile" and the fact that you guys are such a cute couple..say hi to her! :-)
As someone who has followed you guys for awhile. And as someone who is currently in the market for a boat. And as someone who is still learning to sail, This was a wicked cool episode. I don't know if this was planned for awhile or if you guys just thought of it in the moment. After a long week, this is exactly what I needed.
I love how comfortable and confident you 2 are in your own capacity to handle anything. I mean, it seems like you 2 literally started from practically nothing. Sail on!
Thank you! As highly skilled professional sailors, you two often make it look so easy that over time, as a non-sailor, I actually began to think that it was no big deal to sail a boat around the world. Your knowledge, experience and skill as shown in this particular video confirms how special you two are, not only as a great couple, but as successful sailors.
Great little tutorial and overview of UMA. For those of us who have followed you from the beginning, it was a good reminder of all the additions and adjustments you’ve made to the boat. Cheers!
That's way more complicated than driving my car aboard the Vancouver Island Ferry and reading a newspaper in the lounge. I have more respect for you both and sailors everywhere. Just knowing the parts and sails is a major learning curve.
Yahoo! For a guy in rhome Texas you have updated my knowledge of sailing and a sailboat . THANK YOU. Been watching your channel for 4 years and makes me happy too enjoy from home. Also since I have been married for 50 plus years I would say you two are in love with each other. THANKS SO MUCH.
I've been a Uma-phile for years, and without a doubt, THIS was the best video you've ever posted cuz I'm teaching (encouraging) my wife to join me in my sailing passion and she much prefers the advice/instruction you guys provide than ANYTHING coming out of my mouth. So, thank you, thank you, thank you.
I love this episode! I grew up sailing… then stopped because the ICWB in my area of Florida is just a ditch. But after years, I’m married to an amazing woman who wants to enjoy life on a boat too! I’m so excited to get back into the life and watching y’all for the past year and a half have made it all possible! Thank you!
This video added a needed dimension of "reality" for sailors and non-sailors alike. Sailing requires skill, patience, and knowledge to be truly enjoyable. Control is comfort.
I knew nothing about sailing when I first found your channel. As I watched over the years, I picked up a few bits and pieces of info. But this video helped me to connect the dots and it was very interesting. Thanks so much!
I am an old sailor who started sailing in 1966 at 12 on Lake Glenmore in Calgary. So you did not tell me anything I did not know, but surely enjoyed hearing you two talk about sails. One might be addicted to sailing if they watch your channel.
Very good !!! As an "old" salt, since 1961, I very much appreciate you explanations of you sail inventory. Never mentioned a "BLOOPER", a light air sail used with a jib. We do very much enjoy all your vids. Keep it up. Best wishes to you both from Powell River, BC. From Warlord our Panda 40, Cheers.
I don't comment enough possibly to get you your UA-cam metrics enough. But you guys still blow every other sailing channel out the water (sorry was not meant to come over as a pun). You are the most inspirational channel for normal sailors (if that makes sense). Thank you - and keep going - you are a joy to watch :)
This is why I absolutely love, love, LOVE your videos...love em, love em, love em!! You two go into just miniscule detail of your vessel fantastic UMA...love, love, LOVE her name in quiet BOLD grey letters from the top to the base, hugging the mast. You two put so much thought and joy into all your videos without drama and the T and A that others feel the need for, not sure if they do that for the viewer numbers or as an ego stroke....doesn't matter, I'm talking about you three Kika, UMA and Dan (my fellow Canuck, just a note Dan, I put the ladies first as all us well heeled Canucks tend to do...well most of us...lol). What I truly want to say is that I always feel good after one of your videos, even the ones that tell us that it's not always sunshine and rainbows, like Kika's video of walking around waiting for Dan to do his licence business back in BC. Kika pointed out that doing the video filming by herself was a bit tricky when she wanted to be seen walking past a view point to get the scenery in the shot and how some people almost arm wrestled her for her camera when they thought it was 'free'. But I was glad that they had the brains to know that she's no lady to be tested (all that blood and bone, she'd have to wedge out from between her knuckles and toe knuckles....ewwwww, I'm shuddering just imagining that...I just fainted, I'm back). Every video you make are primo workmanship...workwomanship. You leave with the warm fuzzies every time, Keep up the GREAT work you three.🥰🥰🥰
I'm not a sailor however I watch a number of popular sailing channels. This episode is the first that has explained, in simple laymen's terms, what sails/sailing are about...thanks!
This episode was so interesting to me as a non-sailor who’s followed you for a while. I had developed sort of my own understanding of what you meant when you referenced different sails and different sailing conditions but was never quite sure if I was understanding correctly or not.
One of the reasons I follow your channel is because you're true sailors... a rare thing in this age of the modern diesel engine. I don't know if you follow them, but Matt and Amy on Sailing Yacht Florence are another couple who give off the same vibe of choosing to sail whenever possible. It's funny that many people think of the diesel engine as being the safety back up... I would argue that thinking is wrong. I have had to sail into a pen or onto a mooring in a boat because of an engine issue way more times than I have ever had to motor in due to a sail issue. Having the spare set as you do makes absolute sense.
I'm sorry for my comment a couple weeks ago about Uma looking old. Uma is looking really good and you know what you are doing. You guys are awesome, thanks.
You guys remind me of my Dad. We live just outside of Buffalo, NY. and dad would sail from the dock in Erie Bason Marnia, out to Lake Erie and back, NEVER used a motor nor paddles to do this. Infact when the boat launch was changed (the deep ramp was removed) and, now we had to use a crane to launch the boat this was in the Buffalo River where the buildings blocked the wind. It took us hours to install and start the outboard motor Why? Dad never used them before. The boat had a 3-foot fixed keel on it and that's why a crane was needed.
“My God, it’s full of sails” 😂 What a perfect way to end the day for me - so well explained, and demonstrated, in lush videography and with levity, a typical Uma video - thank you! 🎵 My main sail’s got three reefings Three reef points has my sail… 🎶
I've binge watched for the past two weeks. I've enjoyed this series immensely. I appreciate that you labeled all videos and how you grouped them. Hit play all in each group straight down the line. I can't wait for the refab on Uma.
You guys were mostly my largest inspiration to switch from diesel to electric motor sailing and I would not change a thing about it. Thank you for this video as it is very informative and fun to watch.
Great tutorial on Uma's Propulsion system It explains a lot of the mechanics and physics of this ancient form of a very inexpensive way of transport Then again you lost me after Mainsail but I still stayed for the full lecture. When I watch SV Delos Brian is always trouble shooting a problem , repairing the problem or jury rigging a solution to get them by. On Uma you throw up another sail, change coarse and heading and prepare another meal . L I do like your solution a lot better but then again the crew on Delos do where a lot less clothes which explains my reason d'etre but then again I am older and i find pleasures that are beyond explanations DO KEEP UP TEH GOOD WORK . And as a Canadian It give me greater pleasure to see what you two are doing and doing it so well Merci
I really appreciate this, as I'm preparing to head out single handed on my Mariner 36...New Hampshire built, ...and you have reduced my paranoid decision making and made the complicated simple and manageable, thank you and please keep sharing your experiences, we need you!
Terima kasih atas perkongsian ini.. saya rasa mungkin cuma saya seorang sahaja dari malaysia yg mengikuti channel ini sejak 3tahun lalu semenjak pandemik.. dan telah ulang binge step 1 sebanyak 5kali.. paling unik channel ini berbanding sailing channel yang lain.. paling epik dan ternanti semasa episod di norway dimana pemandangan dan pengalaman kalian memang epik.. dan harap kalian akan belayar ke asia dan terokai pulau 2 di malaysia.. semoga kika n dan terus success..
Ball bearing slugs - I know them from a big catamaran. They are not only easy. When I entered first that boat, we thought about a line to pull the sail (some hundred pounds) down! Later we learned you have to clean them at least twice a year, otherwise the sail may stuck. On a comfortable thought if you imagine wind is increasing and you struggle to reef.
As someone who has only sailed once and then bought my deceased father's derelict sailboat, this was hugely informative! I'm just learning about our boat and there are sailing lessons in our future while we give her new life. Your channel is inspirational! Thanks from a fellow Canadian!
Hi,I watch several sailing channels and I have watched yours for several years..but I have not sailed since I was an apprentice many years ago,so I found this video very informative,entertaining and enjoyable.Thank you,Roly 🇬🇧.
Absolutely brilliant! What a great explanation of sail inventory, demonstrated while on passage. Your ability to explain things in accessible language is excellent - just the right balance for both experienced sailors, and those who have no clew! (Cute pun, ‘eh?)
Love you guys, that giggle! Two more years and I might be out there too. Thanks for wonderful, down to earth tutorials, the love you manage to present is awesome! Unique.
well folks . same unbelievably presented video . loads of slick editing . a real insight into how you folk have survived the cruel sea and still come up smiling . You folk would be a priceless addition for any cruiser sailboat owner .
You are the second channel I have found that makes great content for people who are learning and those who have committed to the sea life. Thank you for the conversations and information. For a minute, it was like I was there with you, no UA-cam, no ads, just me and you all. Thank you for that.
Did you know? Genoas are from Genova. And Denim is from Nimes (de Nimes) and they're sort of near each other. And Jeans may be a contraction of Genoa made by Levi Strauss from sailcloth! (please check if you want to!)
Thanks so much for another enjoyable episode. As an ex-cruiser/ racer in the Salish Sea, I just got a refresher on how to cruise without stress, or that stinky fossil fuel.
Thank you both for your sailing tutorial. It was very informative. I had a ideas of what “reefing” meant, but you explained it completely to this armchair sailer. Your boat is a living experiment in new technology and experiences. Thanks so much ❤
I know you weren't selling anything BUT, . . . I'm sold on your sail inventory Step! : - ) I've got 4 sails for my P2-20 but have not set up my spinnaker yet. I made it out of an actual parachute but it is triangular. I also made my genoa out of larger old main sail for another boat. My jib and main sail came with the boat. I'm happy that my sailboat wasn't used much (it was made in 12/72) because the sails that came with it are not worn out yet. However, if I had the money, I think I would have a new set made up.
That was just interesting and fun, not being a sailor but one who loves to watch your videos. Thank you so much, I felt I learned some basics!! Well done!
Hey Dan and kika thanks for your information on how to use a sailing boat as I'm a non sailor learning more on how to use a sailing boat Greetings from Sydney Australia
As a landsailor and abseilor I can understand sheeting and rigging. That being said, any video with Kika in it is a good video as she brightens our lives greatly. Thank both of you for your insights, knowledge and spirit of electric powered adventure!
Great episode. Well explained and yes as a sailor who grew up sailing in the 70's and 80's the naming for headsails and spinnakers is very confusing now! As a racer it's all A1, 2 etc for asymmetrical spinnakers and J1, 2 etc for jibs... before it was symmetrical spinnakers and they were named by their cloth weight - 1/2, 3/4, 1.5 oz and jibs typically by their size from 150% down to like 80...You guys do a fantastic job and it's nice to watch a channel where it really looks like you know what you are doing (there are some out there that are pretty scary!)
8 month old video but very relevant. Wife and I just finished ASA 101 and suffered through basic principles and nomenclature. This video provided great examples of how both are used…..from reefing to storing. Thanks so much.
Well, I’m not a sailor unfortunately. But I found this video very informative and interesting ❤ As a big fan of Dan’s technical videos, I’m very delighted to learn all those sails you carry on UMA. In fact, this is my first time ever to learn each sail’s name and purpose and it’s characteristic. So much fun 👍 so thank you 🙏 I have tremendous respect for both of you, Dan and Kika❤❤❤ I’m pretty sure you two will become legends in the sailing world in a few years, yeah not even a decade it’s going to take! Because you guys have already done so much by far! And, just how beautiful you two wonderful human beings are ❤ Thank you for inspiring me 👍 and I wish you two many more happy sailings and safe travels. In the meantime, enjoy this new location you just anchored! Much Love 💕
And that my friends...is a prefect description of sails, and their usage, I have been sailing 25ish years, and I even learned something....great job guy's.....
Y’all do such a good job as you explain the technology of sailing specific to Uma. So many things us non-sailors do not understand. You are impressive in the level of knowledge you share so generously! Happy and safe sailing!
Thanks for this video, I being a land lubber, appreciate your informative lesson in the different sails and how they work! I am looking forward to your Mediterranean adventures coming up!
One of your best episodes/steps. Thank you for taking the time to edit just the right amount of information into just the right amount of time. So glad you skipped the “opportunity” to tackle all the different head sails, or is it foresails? LOL
Thanks, really appreciate the very well explained setup. I really enjoy your channel because of the mix of just hanging out, the actual amazing adventure and when you talk about why and how you have made the decisions you have. There seems to be a clarity to the way you talk about your situation that is easily understood (meaning it probably makes a lot of sense:) - so again thanks for sharing and I hope your viewership helps support what you are doing. Take care
Having just completed my longest journey on a sailboat (7 days) yet and comparing the setup, I get the impression that Uma is a really great boat with a great setup you have created. Very informative episode, I learned a lot and just want to do more sailing now. Thank you!
Excellent sailing information plus a beautiful sail. Best explanation of sails on UA-cam. My wife says it's the nicest video you've made in a while. Thank you.
What a fantastic step; thank you both. My Ranger 29 (same era) had the same mast set up as your Pearson. Like you said, it's fine. When I upgraded to a J/42, it came with a Tides Marine SailTrack. You hang out with cruisers, so you have probably seen them before. There are no ball bearings, but the main drops instantly, and I can reef the main downwind. It will likely install directly into your existing track. Something to think about for the future.
Great job on explaining your sailing system....I am actually right now on a 46 ft sailing Cat in BVI and learning as we go, your video has been great for learning all about sails !!!!
What a great episode - I've been sailing for a long time and if asked I'd have said that it would not be very interesting, but it's GREAT! Also love the reference to the almost religious debate on what sails are/should be called - I've been around since the 70's, so it's great to gain clarity on some of the newer references! I'm afraid that I still call a boomvang a kicking strap though! Another super episode - many thanks from the UK (as you can probably tell from the kicking strap comment!).
Love it love it🥰. This video is so educational for a non-sailor. Looking forward to more of your adventures. You brought me to places I wouldn't have been able to go. Many thanks and happy sailing.
Really appreciate your taking the time and effort to explain the working of your sailboat. This explains a lot that I've been wondering about how you deal with changing winds and weather conditions. My respect for your skills has just been bumped up to another level. You are a great pair of ambassadors for sailing!
Advise you to use the storm jib whenyou are going upving in more than 28 knots, the boat will be more balanced and feel safer. Also in heavy downwind it can be used as your only sail, gives good control of the boat and not to high speed. Love your content and as always great filming and relevant content!
An added benefit is that familiarity should preferably be gained before it is needed. It's one thing hoisting it tied to a dock, but the sailors need to establish how to hoist and trim it in strong winds, and there may not even be suitable locations to sheet it to. It's critical that the sheeting angle be correct because flogging is not sustainable.
Really enjoy that--this far into your channel--you are still doing very basic informational stuff like this. It's so useful to novice sailors. Much appreciated!
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I needed you guys today , no drama ,no click bait , some passionate adults offering some intelligent explanations on how there sail boat operates . I thank you .
I agree very informative video on sailing a monohull.
I beg to differ the title and I quote "Our Electric Sailboat has Unlimited Range" Not one mention of anything electic regarding their motor. If that is not click bait I dont know what is. Why not title the video "sails we have on our boat"
@@gregharding7329 I came looking for this comment, I came to this video because I was curious about combining electric power with sails and wasted my time. The fact that there are no solar panels should have been a hint. Click Bait
As a non sailor, that was a very informative and interesting video.
In 7 years of watching sailing videos, no one has noted that one type of sail can have many names. Thanks for letting the secret out. Greetings from snowy Ontario, 🇨🇦 Canada.
As a sailor, ditto.
None sailor here... Been watching for yrs. from start till now.. Very informative on your sheets... just like normal.. I'm still think you guys were nuts going up to the attic ... omg... you two are awesome!!! Cheers
Agree.
You don't have to remain a non-sailor 😊 come join in on the fun and freedom! Call your local marina and ask about abandoned boats and begin studying and looking at boats closely and before you know it you'll be on the water sailing.
Wow - THIS is why we’ve been following your journey for years. While we recognize that you have a highly diverse group of viewers with varied interests and that each episode is fantastic in it’s own way, your ability to clearly articulate and explain complex systems in a viewer-friendly manner is something we enjoy and benefit from in sailing our own boat. Enjoy sailing the Med - I know we do!
Very interesting. For a non sailor, very informative. No matter what the topic of your video, I'm never bored or disappointed. Great job!!
Excellent episode. I love that you explain the reasoning behind your choices, the why of things is so often missing in the UA-cam world, sailing and otherwise.
Thanks.
This was a great lesson on sails, something every sailor should know. You were both clear and accurate with your descriptions. And you have reconstructed an OK boat into a fabulous boat. Keep up the great videos.
Been a while since we had a pure sailing episode, Good work.
Thanks for the sail update, from an old sailor who misses his former sailing life. Now land-yachting in the states. Enjoy the adventure.
My 90 year old Mom, Helga from Glendora,CA USA, who the last time she was on a ship was in 1938 escaping nazi Germany, is addicted to your videos and never misses one, and she especially loves Kika "and her beautiful smile" and the fact that you guys are such a cute couple..say hi to her! :-)
As someone who has followed you guys for awhile. And as someone who is currently in the market for a boat. And as someone who is still learning to sail, This was a wicked cool episode. I don't know if this was planned for awhile or if you guys just thought of it in the moment. After a long week, this is exactly what I needed.
I love how comfortable and confident you 2 are in your own capacity to handle anything. I mean, it seems like you 2 literally started from practically nothing. Sail on!
Thank you! As highly skilled professional sailors, you two often make it look so easy that over time, as a non-sailor, I actually began to think that it was no big deal to sail a boat around the world. Your knowledge, experience and skill as shown in this particular video confirms how special you two are, not only as a great couple, but as successful sailors.
Great little tutorial and overview of UMA. For those of us who have followed you from the beginning, it was a good reminder of all the additions and adjustments you’ve made to the boat. Cheers!
I really like how well you explain things in layman's terms! Makes the channel so accessible for all of us ;)
That's way more complicated than driving my car aboard the Vancouver Island Ferry and reading a newspaper in the lounge. I have more respect for you both and sailors everywhere. Just knowing the parts and sails is a major learning curve.
Thanks! I,ll get a Code 0 for my next Med-trip (2024). Last time was between 2017 and 2020 with a pain in the behind genoa as the only headsail 😅
You are legends, love your attitude and how you look after your safety!
This is such a great video! Thank you for sharing with sailors.
Yahoo! For a guy in rhome Texas you have updated my knowledge of sailing and a sailboat . THANK YOU. Been watching your channel for 4 years and makes me happy too enjoy from home. Also since I have been married for 50 plus years I would say you two are in love with each other. THANKS SO MUCH.
I've been a Uma-phile for years, and without a doubt, THIS was the best video you've ever posted cuz I'm teaching (encouraging) my wife to join me in my sailing passion and she much prefers the advice/instruction you guys provide than ANYTHING coming out of my mouth. So, thank you, thank you, thank you.
I love this episode! I grew up sailing… then stopped because the ICWB in my area of Florida is just a ditch. But after years, I’m married to an amazing woman who wants to enjoy life on a boat too! I’m so excited to get back into the life and watching y’all for the past year and a half have made it all possible! Thank you!
Finally a sailing video again! And a beautiful sail indeed.
This video added a needed dimension of "reality" for sailors and non-sailors alike. Sailing requires skill, patience, and knowledge to be truly enjoyable. Control is comfort.
I knew nothing about sailing when I first found your channel. As I watched over the years, I picked up a few bits and pieces of info. But this video helped me to connect the dots and it was very interesting. Thanks so much!
I love how UMA looks better and better each time I visit you guys. Great work.
What a grate episode. Your knowledge of sailing not only makes you two safter, but also is assuring for us to know your are safe cause we love you.
Really good info. I'm at a point where I'm learning more about sail selection for our San Juan 23.
Thank you.
You're top notch at explaining all the sailing details! It's electric! Be well you guys.
I am an old sailor who started sailing in 1966 at 12 on Lake Glenmore in Calgary. So you did not tell me anything I did not know, but surely enjoyed hearing you two talk about sails. One might be addicted to sailing if they watch your channel.
Only since 1975 but think the same. But we call it a 'kicking strap' 😀
Thanks for the mid winter smile!
Very good !!! As an "old" salt, since 1961, I very much appreciate you explanations of you sail inventory. Never mentioned a "BLOOPER", a light air sail used with a jib.
We do very much enjoy all your vids. Keep it up. Best wishes to you both from Powell River, BC. From Warlord our Panda 40, Cheers.
You make a 'lesson' fun and your audience stays attentive. As always, love watching D&K!
I don't comment enough possibly to get you your UA-cam metrics enough. But you guys still blow every other sailing channel out the water (sorry was not meant to come over as a pun). You are the most inspirational channel for normal sailors (if that makes sense). Thank you - and keep going - you are a joy to watch :)
This is why I absolutely love, love, LOVE your videos...love em, love em, love em!! You two go into just miniscule detail of your vessel fantastic UMA...love, love, LOVE her name in quiet BOLD grey letters from the top to the base, hugging the mast. You two put so much thought and joy into all your videos without drama and the T and A that others feel the need for, not sure if they do that for the viewer numbers or as an ego stroke....doesn't matter, I'm talking about you three Kika, UMA and Dan (my fellow Canuck, just a note Dan, I put the ladies first as all us well heeled Canucks tend to do...well most of us...lol). What I truly want to say is that I always feel good after one of your videos, even the ones that tell us that it's not always sunshine and rainbows, like Kika's video of walking around waiting for Dan to do his licence business back in BC. Kika pointed out that doing the video filming by herself was a bit tricky when she wanted to be seen walking past a view point to get the scenery in the shot and how some people almost arm wrestled her for her camera when they thought it was 'free'. But I was glad that they had the brains to know that she's no lady to be tested (all that blood and bone, she'd have to wedge out from between her knuckles and toe knuckles....ewwwww, I'm shuddering just imagining that...I just fainted, I'm back). Every video you make are primo workmanship...workwomanship. You leave with the warm fuzzies every time, Keep up the GREAT work you three.🥰🥰🥰
As a new starter, this was SUPER helpful. Thank you!
This is one of my favourite episodes in a while. Love the old clips you put in there.
I'm not a sailor however I watch a number of popular sailing channels. This episode is the first that has explained, in simple laymen's terms, what sails/sailing are about...thanks!
This episode was so interesting to me as a non-sailor who’s followed you for a while. I had developed sort of my own understanding of what you meant when you referenced different sails and different sailing conditions but was never quite sure if I was understanding correctly or not.
One of the reasons I follow your channel is because you're true sailors... a rare thing in this age of the modern diesel engine. I don't know if you follow them, but Matt and Amy on Sailing Yacht Florence are another couple who give off the same vibe of choosing to sail whenever possible.
It's funny that many people think of the diesel engine as being the safety back up... I would argue that thinking is wrong. I have had to sail into a pen or onto a mooring in a boat because of an engine issue way more times than I have ever had to motor in due to a sail issue. Having the spare set as you do makes absolute sense.
Very much agreed. The number of sailboats that call for a toe when the engine dies blows my mind! You still have sail...use them!
I'm sorry for my comment a couple weeks ago about Uma looking old. Uma is looking really good and you know what you are doing. You guys are awesome, thanks.
Love the practical sailing info, well done!!
You guys remind me of my Dad. We live just outside of Buffalo, NY. and dad would sail from the dock in Erie Bason Marnia, out to Lake Erie and back, NEVER used a motor nor paddles to do this. Infact when the boat launch was changed (the deep ramp was removed) and, now we had to use a crane to launch the boat this was in the Buffalo River where the buildings blocked the wind. It took us hours to install and start the outboard motor Why? Dad never used them before. The boat had a 3-foot fixed keel on it and that's why a crane was needed.
Excellent sale summary, always interesting to see how problems get solved when your life and comfort depends on those modifications and adaptations!
“My God, it’s full of sails” 😂
What a perfect way to end the day for me - so well explained, and demonstrated, in lush videography and with levity, a typical Uma video - thank you!
🎵 My main sail’s got three reefings
Three reef points has my sail… 🎶
I've binge watched for the past two weeks. I've enjoyed this series immensely. I appreciate that you labeled all videos and how you grouped them. Hit play all in each group straight down the line. I can't wait for the refab on Uma.
You guys were mostly my largest inspiration to switch from diesel to electric motor sailing and I would not change a thing about it. Thank you for this video as it is very informative and fun to watch.
Great tutorial on Uma's Propulsion system It explains a lot of the mechanics and physics of this ancient form of a very inexpensive way of transport Then again you lost me after Mainsail but I still stayed for the full lecture.
When I watch SV Delos Brian is always trouble shooting a problem , repairing the problem or jury rigging a solution to get them by. On Uma you throw up another sail, change coarse and heading and prepare another meal . L
I do like your solution a lot better but then again the crew on Delos do where a lot less clothes which explains my reason d'etre but then again I am older and i find pleasures that are beyond explanations DO KEEP UP TEH GOOD WORK . And as a Canadian It give me greater pleasure to see what you two are doing and doing it so well Merci
I really appreciate this, as I'm preparing to head out single handed on my Mariner 36...New Hampshire built, ...and you have reduced my paranoid decision making and made the complicated simple and manageable, thank you and please keep sharing your experiences, we need you!
Terima kasih atas perkongsian ini.. saya rasa mungkin cuma saya seorang sahaja dari malaysia yg mengikuti channel ini sejak 3tahun lalu semenjak pandemik.. dan telah ulang binge step 1 sebanyak 5kali.. paling unik channel ini berbanding sailing channel yang lain.. paling epik dan ternanti semasa episod di norway dimana pemandangan dan pengalaman kalian memang epik.. dan harap kalian akan belayar ke asia dan terokai pulau 2 di malaysia.. semoga kika n dan terus success..
I enjoyed this episode. You guys did a good job of explaining your sail setup. You two have certainly made the most of Uma.👍
Ball bearing slugs - I know them from a big catamaran. They are not only easy. When I entered first that boat, we thought about a line to pull the sail (some hundred pounds) down! Later we learned you have to clean them at least twice a year, otherwise the sail may stuck. On a comfortable thought if you imagine wind is increasing and you struggle to reef.
Brilliantly written, providing a picture of the sails needed to do the job.
As someone who has only sailed once and then bought my deceased father's derelict sailboat, this was hugely informative! I'm just learning about our boat and there are sailing lessons in our future while we give her new life. Your channel is inspirational! Thanks from a fellow Canadian!
Hi,I watch several sailing channels and I have watched yours for several years..but I have not sailed since I was an apprentice many years ago,so I found this video very informative,entertaining and enjoyable.Thank you,Roly 🇬🇧.
What a nice and professional couple. At 92 always learning something ( am a sailor from the age of 15 ) Kudos guys !!
Absolutely brilliant! What a great explanation of sail inventory, demonstrated while on passage. Your ability to explain things in accessible language is excellent - just the right balance for both experienced sailors, and those who have no clew! (Cute pun, ‘eh?)
Love you guys, that giggle! Two more years and I might be out there too. Thanks for wonderful, down to earth tutorials, the love you manage to present is awesome! Unique.
well folks . same unbelievably presented video . loads of slick editing . a real insight into how you folk have survived the cruel sea and still come up smiling . You folk would be a priceless addition for any cruiser sailboat owner .
You are the second channel I have found that makes great content for people who are learning and those who have committed to the sea life. Thank you for the conversations and information. For a minute, it was like I was there with you, no UA-cam, no ads, just me and you all. Thank you for that.
Did you know? Genoas are from Genova. And Denim is from Nimes (de Nimes) and they're sort of near each other. And Jeans may be a contraction of Genoa made by Levi Strauss from sailcloth! (please check if you want to!)
Thanks so much for another enjoyable episode. As an ex-cruiser/ racer in the Salish Sea, I just got a refresher on how to cruise without stress, or that stinky fossil fuel.
Thank you both for your sailing tutorial. It was very informative. I had a ideas of what “reefing” meant, but you explained it completely to this armchair sailer. Your boat is a living experiment in new technology and experiences. Thanks so much ❤
I know you weren't selling anything BUT, . . . I'm sold on your sail inventory Step! : - ) I've got 4 sails for my P2-20 but have not set up my spinnaker yet. I made it out of an actual parachute but it is triangular. I also made my genoa out of larger old main sail for another boat. My jib and main sail came with the boat. I'm happy that my sailboat wasn't used much (it was made in 12/72) because the sails that came with it are not worn out yet. However, if I had the money, I think I would have a new set made up.
Thanks Kika and Dan, very informative episode, gosh, so many different things to learn and do, dozens and dozens and dozens.
That was just interesting and fun, not being a sailor but one who loves to watch your videos. Thank you so much, I felt I learned some basics!! Well done!
As a non-sailor, I've learned a few useful things from you guys over the years, this really helps
No such thing as being too safe! Thanks for sharing!
Your explanations are great for me thank you.
Glad that UMA is electrical and not moved by beer like some others. Thank you guys for all info !!! Keep doing great .
Always enjoy the sailing videos. And I think you are very smart for carrying a backup main.
Hey Dan and kika thanks for your information on how to use a sailing boat as I'm a non sailor learning more on how to use a sailing boat Greetings from Sydney Australia
As a landsailor and abseilor I can understand sheeting and rigging. That being said, any video with Kika in it is a good video as she brightens our lives greatly. Thank both of you for your insights, knowledge and spirit of electric powered adventure!
Great episode. Well explained and yes as a sailor who grew up sailing in the 70's and 80's the naming for headsails and spinnakers is very confusing now! As a racer it's all A1, 2 etc for asymmetrical spinnakers and J1, 2 etc for jibs... before it was symmetrical spinnakers and they were named by their cloth weight - 1/2, 3/4, 1.5 oz and jibs typically by their size from 150% down to like 80...You guys do a fantastic job and it's nice to watch a channel where it really looks like you know what you are doing (there are some out there that are pretty scary!)
Love how you guys tailored the whole sail plan
8 month old video but very relevant. Wife and I just finished ASA 101 and suffered through basic principles and nomenclature. This video provided great examples of how both are used…..from reefing to storing. Thanks so much.
Well, I’m not a sailor unfortunately. But I found this video very informative and interesting ❤ As a big fan of Dan’s technical videos, I’m very delighted to learn all those sails you carry on UMA. In fact, this is my first time ever to learn each sail’s name and purpose and it’s characteristic. So much fun 👍 so thank you 🙏
I have tremendous respect for both of you, Dan and Kika❤❤❤
I’m pretty sure you two will become legends in the sailing world in a few years, yeah not even a decade it’s going to take! Because you guys have already done so much by far! And, just how beautiful you two wonderful human beings are ❤ Thank you for inspiring me 👍 and I wish you two many more happy sailings and safe travels. In the meantime, enjoy this new location you just anchored!
Much Love 💕
And that my friends...is a prefect description of sails, and their usage, I have been sailing 25ish years, and I even learned something....great job guy's.....
For seasoned or novice sailors your videos always hit the mark.
Thank you again for great content👍👍
Y’all do such a good job as you explain the technology of sailing specific to Uma. So many things us non-sailors do not understand. You are impressive in the level of knowledge you share so generously! Happy and safe sailing!
Thanks for this video, I being a land lubber, appreciate your informative lesson in the different sails and how they work! I am looking forward to your Mediterranean adventures coming up!
Thank you. learned allot, im a new sailor and have been watching your channel for years, maybe you guys are the reason i own a sailboat now.
Very informative video. Very good explanations that are easy to understand even by non sailors.
One of your best episodes/steps. Thank you for taking the time to edit just the right amount of information into just the right amount of time. So glad you skipped the “opportunity” to tackle all the different head sails, or is it foresails? LOL
Thanks, really appreciate the very well explained setup.
I really enjoy your channel because of the mix of just hanging out, the actual amazing adventure and when you talk about why and how you have made the decisions you have. There seems to be a clarity to the way you talk about your situation that is easily understood (meaning it probably makes a lot of sense:) - so again thanks for sharing and I hope your viewership helps support what you are doing.
Take care
It is always a good thing to have too much of what really matters and makes you safer for doing it spot on guys well done as always
Good, finally some explanation of the sailing itself, best video in a long time.
Having just completed my longest journey on a sailboat (7 days) yet and comparing the setup, I get the impression that Uma is a really great boat with a great setup you have created. Very informative episode, I learned a lot and just want to do more sailing now. Thank you!
Excellent sailing information plus a beautiful sail. Best explanation of sails on UA-cam. My wife says it's the nicest video you've made in a while. Thank you.
What a fantastic step; thank you both. My Ranger 29 (same era) had the same mast set up as your Pearson. Like you said, it's fine. When I upgraded to a J/42, it came with a Tides Marine SailTrack. You hang out with cruisers, so you have probably seen them before. There are no ball bearings, but the main drops instantly, and I can reef the main downwind. It will likely install directly into your existing track. Something to think about for the future.
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Love it! This our electric sailboat and all you talk about is sails!
Exactly!
Great job on explaining your sailing system....I am actually right now on a 46 ft sailing Cat in BVI and learning as we go, your video has been great for learning all about sails !!!!
What a great episode - I've been sailing for a long time and if asked I'd have said that it would not be very interesting, but it's GREAT! Also love the reference to the almost religious debate on what sails are/should be called - I've been around since the 70's, so it's great to gain clarity on some of the newer references! I'm afraid that I still call a boomvang a kicking strap though! Another super episode - many thanks from the UK (as you can probably tell from the kicking strap comment!).
Excellent content! Been sailing for years but really learned a lot!
Thanks guys for a very good sail through on your boat, and your sailing philosophy, I love it!
LOL.... at 15:01 you go 'Shrimping" with your spinnaker...... 🤣🤣
Love it love it🥰. This video is so educational for a non-sailor. Looking forward to more of your adventures. You brought me to places I wouldn't have been able to go. Many thanks and happy sailing.
Really appreciate your taking the time and effort to explain the working of your sailboat. This explains a lot that I've been wondering about how you deal with changing winds and weather conditions. My respect for your skills has just been bumped up to another level. You are a great pair of ambassadors for sailing!
Advise you to use the storm jib whenyou are going upving in more than 28 knots, the boat will be more balanced and feel safer. Also in heavy downwind it can be used as your only sail, gives good control of the boat and not to high speed.
Love your content and as always great filming and relevant content!
An added benefit is that familiarity should preferably be gained before it is needed. It's one thing hoisting it tied to a dock, but the sailors need to establish how to hoist and trim it in strong winds, and there may not even be suitable locations to sheet it to.
It's critical that the sheeting angle be correct because flogging is not sustainable.
Really enjoy that--this far into your channel--you are still doing very basic informational stuff like this. It's so useful to novice sailors. Much appreciated!
Very educational for a land-lubber such as myself, you two! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm with us. Cheers!!
Fantastic video guys! Love Uma and all your good work!