That's fantastic to hear. I am pleased you seemed to have made the right choice. I too will be going electric on my Columbia 27, but for now, my goal is to get my boat back in the water by next christmas. Then later when i have settled down in a home port / marina, i have got back on top of everything financially, i will look into going electric as well. That will be my dream come true. Having an electric, gully, and outboard, cabin, all fully electric sailing boat. Be no more problems. Gerard.
Iv got that inflatable kayak as well. Works really well as a solo backcountry camping boat. its decently tough, taken through some light rapids a couple times pulled over rocks and logs, keeps tickin, 3 years now. And best of all, fits in the back of any car ( not a Miata, though its really close...)
Indeed, I researched the inflatable kayak market, this is by far the best bang for the buck one can get when looking for a mid-grade capable kayak. It’s probably ok in class 2 or 3 whitewater as long as u don’t brush onto too many rocks.
Did a 5 nighter on Moosehead on our Hunter 23.5 this summer. I have watched a few of your videos and you do a great job setting up your boats. I have been inspired to upgrade the electrical system and add a tiller pilot. Do you have any books you’d recommend discussing basic boat electrical systems?
Nice! Would you consider a video or comment on the new boat, how it compares to the Siren, reason for you chose it and if the Flow is sold in USA? Not much out there in this sailboat. Looks fast and specs show it is lightweight.
I am in the prossece of getting my sailing boat, an pacific 747 24 ready for an saol aroung Port Stephens New South Wales, Australia were i am currently living. Yes i am an australian but i like allso watching sailing content being made in other places as well and i like your style. Gerard.
We went from a Tohatsu 3.5HP to an ePropulsion 3HP electric motor. My wife hated the noise and always had trouble firing it... Going electric is an expensive proposal but it really has changed the way we cruise around and the decision to motor not. I am also not missing the maintenance, oil/filter change, can of fuel... At the end of the day, when the wind abates, we tend to extend our journey all the way to sunset enjoying drinks and snacks "motoring" along silently, exploring the surroundings around our anchorage. When sailing on a hot day and having the wind die on you, it's also super nice to motor sail silently, just enough to feel a nice cooling breeze with everything quiet around. Most range figures you read from electric motor manufacturers tend to show the worst case scenario, motoring at 100% power. The reality is that you will often motor fast enough and efficiently with the throttle set between 30 and 50%. Below are examples of power vs speed with the ePropulsion Spirit 3HP on our 19' sailboat. We have 2 batteries and a 100W foldable solar panel. Last season, one battery was enough to cover our needs for a 3 or 4-day trip but having a fully charged spare onboard is good safety. The foldable solar panel works quite well but is mostly usable ashore. Most of the time, we cruise at 300W, that's about 30% of full power and the boat moves at 2.9kt. At that speed, we can motor for 4 hrs.
That's fantastic to hear. I am pleased you seemed to have made the right choice. I too will be going electric on my Columbia 27, but for now, my goal is to get my boat back in the water by next christmas. Then later when i have settled down in a home port / marina, i have got back on top of everything financially, i will look into going electric as well.
That will be my dream come true.
Having an electric, gully, and outboard, cabin, all fully electric sailing boat.
Be no more problems.
Gerard.
Fun! Thank you for sharing.
Sails and bikes👍.I'm totally into.
Nice video👍🏻 can’t wait for your longer content as well!
You're back baby!! Lol
Iv got that inflatable kayak as well. Works really well as a solo backcountry camping boat. its decently tough, taken through some light rapids a couple times pulled over rocks and logs, keeps tickin, 3 years now. And best of all, fits in the back of any car ( not a Miata, though its really close...)
Indeed, I researched the inflatable kayak market, this is by far the best bang for the buck one can get when looking for a mid-grade capable kayak. It’s probably ok in class 2 or 3 whitewater as long as u don’t brush onto too many rocks.
Fantastic, it looks like a wonderful place to sail and the Siren 17 looks fast, cheers Paul
Thanks but it’s not a Siren 17, we have a new boat. Flow 19 from France’s Atelier Interface.
@@siren17 Very nice, I realised that after I had posted the comment, looking forward to the full video....no pressure, cheers Paul
Did a 5 nighter on Moosehead on our Hunter 23.5 this summer. I have watched a few of your videos and you do a great job setting up your boats. I have been inspired to upgrade the electrical system and add a tiller pilot. Do you have any books you’d recommend discussing basic boat electrical systems?
Cool. We should keep in touch, planning to go back there next summer. Sailboat Electrics Simplified from Don Casey.
Nice!
Would you consider a video or comment on the new boat, how it compares to the Siren, reason for you chose it and if the Flow is sold in USA?
Not much out there in this sailboat. Looks fast and specs show it is lightweight.
I have a Flow 19 vidéo in the works. It’s all shot but have to start putting it together.
I’ll watch for it. Thanks!
Another nice vlog. is this going to become an mini serise like the lake superior ?. 2:43
Gerard.
I wish but first, I need to make a longer version of the Lake Moosehead film with commentaries and practical information.
I am in the prossece of getting my sailing boat, an pacific 747 24 ready for an saol aroung Port Stephens New South Wales,
Australia were i am currently living. Yes i am an australian but i like allso watching sailing content being made in other places as well and i like your style.
Gerard.
@@svlittlegem24 thank you for watching!
How are you finding the electric outboard motor?. Are you using a spare battery ?, or are you solar recharging the one you are using ?.
We went from a Tohatsu 3.5HP to an ePropulsion 3HP electric motor. My wife hated the noise and always had trouble firing it... Going electric is an expensive proposal but it really has changed the way we cruise around and the decision to motor not. I am also not missing the maintenance, oil/filter change, can of fuel... At the end of the day, when the wind abates, we tend to extend our journey all the way to sunset enjoying drinks and snacks "motoring" along silently, exploring the surroundings around our anchorage. When sailing on a hot day and having the wind die on you, it's also super nice to motor sail silently, just enough to feel a nice cooling breeze with everything quiet around. Most range figures you read from electric motor manufacturers tend to show the worst case scenario, motoring at 100% power. The reality is that you will often motor fast enough and efficiently with the throttle set between 30 and 50%. Below are examples of power vs speed with the ePropulsion Spirit 3HP on our 19' sailboat. We have 2 batteries and a 100W foldable solar panel. Last season, one battery was enough to cover our needs for a 3 or 4-day trip but having a fully charged spare onboard is good safety. The foldable solar panel works quite well but is mostly usable ashore. Most of the time, we cruise at 300W, that's about 30% of full power and the boat moves at 2.9kt. At that speed, we can motor for 4 hrs.
Nice! Did you buy a new boat? This doesnt look like your siren 17
Yes, new boat. Flow 19 made in France by Atelier Interface.
@@siren17 It's a beauty!
Vous mangez bien.....effectivement! Salut!