Suisui丸 · video

What this video covers

Hitomi and her partner perform maintenance on their yacht while stationed in Brazil.0:44 The crew cleans the hull surface to prepare for a new coat of bottom paint, removing marine growth from the underwater sections.1:49 Following the hull work, they install a new stay sail.4:15 This process involves climbing the mast to secure the supporting wire at the top, attaching the lower metal fittings, and adjusting the wire tension on the deck.4:18 Once the rigging is set, they hoist the stay sail to complete the installation.5:45 The crew also watches a soccer match while in Brazil to maintain a connection with Japan.11:44 These upgrades serve as the initial phase of a larger refit project for the vessel.11:57

More from Suisui丸

[Sailing Life] Days at the Mercy of the Weather | A Miraculous Blue Sky! Stunning Hiking in MooreaOct 2026[Yacht Life] Things that make our small boat a "cozy home" | Cheese fondue and a small stove for...Oct 2026[Yacht Life] Energy shortage from ongoing rain… Refueling and restocking water! | Historic townscapeSep 2026[Yacht Life] Back to our routine after rough seas | Delicious hot pot with fresh catch! Maru-chan...Sep 2026

From Suisui丸 — see the channel’s boat, crew, and every analyzed video.

The Sailing Directory Newsletter

One email with the fleet's best finds — the moments, boats, and stories worth your watch time. Enter your own address to get your own copy.