Catamaran Mistertong · video

What this video covers

The crew of the catamaran Mistertong performs fiberglass repairs on the boat’s hull while anchored in Saint-Anne, Martinique. The owner, Djé, identifies rot in the plywood core near the saildrive, necessitating the removal of damaged sections, grinding, and re-laminating with resin and fiberglass cloth.9:44 He uses a drill to probe the extent of the water intrusion and plans to seal the area to prevent further degradation.11:34 The work is frequently interrupted by passing rain squalls, which require the crew to cover the exposed hull sections repeatedly.31:23

Beyond maintenance, the crew manages daily life aboard, including shopping for supplies in town, dealing with a broken flip-flop, and troubleshooting a malfunctioning ATM.23:32 They also monitor a large barracuda spotted near the boat, which discourages swimming.0:13 Despite local water restrictions due to drought, the area experiences sudden, heavy rain showers.27:03 The crew uses a GoPro to document their tasks and relies on digital tools for navigation and daily chores, though they face ongoing connectivity issues with their service provider, Digicel.24:56

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