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We Finally Fixed the Worst-Looking Part of Our Boat Ep. 277

June 12, 2026 · 16 min · 3K views · Bahamas

New lazy jacks on catamaran in turquoise marina

What this video covers

The crew of a 1996 Venetia 42 catamaran replaces a degraded lazy bag with a custom unit from Precision Sails.0:02 The installation involves mounting new pulleys on the mast just above the first spreaders to improve the lead of the lazy jack lines, which previously suffered from significant chafe due to a lack of proper hardware.6:06 The new sail bag features pre-rigged lazy jack lines and includes necessary hardware such as cleats and pulleys.3:54 The project aims to improve sail handling and aesthetics on the vessel.0:56 The crew notes that the previous lazy bag fabric had deteriorated significantly, necessitating a full replacement.0:27

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