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The Captain Threatened to Jump Overboard Mid-Ocean

15 juillet 2026 · 38 min · 228K vues

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Bobby, host of The Sailing Doodles, discusses boat maintenance, crew management, and future cruising plans for his Island Spirit catamaran. He emphasizes the necessity of carrying sedatives like Xanax or Valium in a medical kit to manage potential crew mental health crises, citing an incident where a hired professional captain threatened to jump overboard during an Atlantic crossing.6:35 Regarding technical systems, he identifies a critical need for redundant coolant pumps on liquid-cooled generator and drive bank systems, noting that a failed pump recently forced him to seek repairs while in Thailand.26:31 He advocates for in-mast furling mainsails over traditional slab-reefing systems for owners prioritizing convenience and ease of use during short sails.28:51 His upcoming schedule includes participating in the Annapolis Boat Show, followed by a return to Thailand in November to lead a flotilla in the Koh Chang Archipelago and eventually transit the boat to Phuket.15:47

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Ta Chaio Shipbuilding Co. (TAIWAN) Ct-56Leur bateauLeopard 52 (MOORINGS 5200)ComparéLeopard 50Comparé

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