Sailing Uma · video

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Dan and Kika construct a custom pilot berth in the aft section of their sailboat, Uma, to create a dedicated sleeping space for passages and guests.0:06 They cut into the cockpit bulkhead to expand the area, prioritizing a balance between interior sleeping room and exterior storage capacity in the cockpit locker.0:16 The team uses a laser level and cardboard templates to shape the berth’s top, sides, and base, ensuring the structure drains water toward existing scuppers.14:43 To manage the tight, high-temperature workspace, they utilize a portable EcoFlow air conditioning unit to cool the interior during the fiberglassing process.18:31 They reinforce the structure with biaxial fiberglass and resin mixed with paraffin wax to ensure a hard, non-tacky cure in the confined space.19:40 The finished berth measures approximately 70 centimeters wide and two meters long, providing a stable, insulated sleeping capsule that remains comfortable regardless of the boat's tack.25:33 The project successfully converts an underutilized area into a functional cabin while maintaining essential storage access.

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