Sailing La Vagabonde · video

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The crew of the 60-foot carbon trimaran La Vagabonde prepares for a new sailing season with a focus on engine maintenance, sail repairs, and provisioning for five adults.0:51 After a three-week haul-out, the team installs a new engine and re-cuts the jib with Doyle Sails.3:42 They address a twisted mainsail halyard by milking the line and replacing a masthead pin.11:45 The crew also replaces a staysail damaged during a previous passage in the South China Sea.3:58 While preparing the boat, they discover a bird's nest in the furler and relocate it to the dock.16:28 The vessel is equipped with Sunrise Yacht Products trampoline nets made of one-inch black Dyneema.13:59 The crew plans to sail from Malaysia to the Philippines, specifically targeting the Palawan region, while incorporating wing foiling into their itinerary.1:30 They utilize the Sea People app for trip tracking and beta testing.13:18 The team emphasizes the logistical challenge of provisioning for five adults for two-week intervals.12:46

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