Sailing Big Lost · video

What this video covers

The crew of the 44-foot Vision 444 catamaran Big Lost faces a series of repair and insurance challenges while hauled out in a Florida marina. The vessel sustained hull damage after being sideswiped by a SeaTow power yacht and a separate incident involving a dock collision. During the subsequent haul-out, a travel-lift operator incorrectly positioned a sling, snapping a folding propeller and bending the drive shaft.4:46 The marina management assumed responsibility for the lift damage and agreed to cover repair costs, including hotel expenses.7:11 While on the hard, the crew is performing additional maintenance, including replacing corroded Lewmar portlight windows, troubleshooting a marine toilet waste line, and installing a warranty-replacement air conditioning unit.10:43 The owners are also conducting a bottom job to avoid future haul-outs before departing for the Caribbean.8:36 The crew aims to complete these repairs and return to the water to continue their passage south for the hurricane season.12:33

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