Sailing Zatara · video

What this video covers

The crew of the catamaran Zatara hauls the vessel at Marsden Cove Marina in Whangarei, New Zealand, to perform a comprehensive refit during the off-season.1:49 The project includes sandblasting the hulls to the gel coat, repairing blisters with micro balloons, and applying a three-coat epoxy barrier system.4:48 The owners partner with Magic Anti-Fouling to test a new, non-toxic, biocide-based bottom paint, which is applied after the barrier coats.8:26 Additional maintenance includes stripping and re-epoxying a water-damaged port-side rudder, installing Lumitech underwater and mast lights, and applying PropSpeed foul-release coating to the running gear.6:26 The crew also removes the existing teak decking in preparation for a future Flexi-Teak installation and sends the mainsail to Precision Sails for repairs.6:41 While the boat remains on the hard for the duration of the season, the crew arranges for the storage of their cat, Zuko, and prepares for travel back to the United States.15:08

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