GETTING BACK TO SEA
23 October 2026 · 20 min · 36K views
What this video covers
A boat owner prepares the 30-foot-plus vessel *Shadi* for relaunch after a three-week haul-out in a boatyard.5:35 Maintenance tasks include applying anti-fouling paint to the hull, rudder, and through-hull fittings, and installing a new sacrificial anode on the propeller shaft.2:26 The owner replaces a damaged mainsail and re-rigs the Genoa, noting the difficulty of feeding the sail into the mast foil while working solo.9:50 After completing final stowage and provisioning, the owner departs the marina with assistance, navigating through shallow, traffic-heavy waters near Devil's Point.15:29 The transit to Kingsand occurs under engine in high winds and rough sea conditions.18:03 Upon arrival, the vessel anchors for the night.18:17 The owner emphasizes the necessity of prioritizing maintenance tasks during a limited weather window and the physical demands of living and working on the hard.4:28
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