Sailing Uma · video

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The refit of the 30,000-mile-traveled sailboat Uma involves a complete interior redesign following a structural hull reinforcement.0:10 The crew stripped the vessel to the bare hull, added ribs and stringers, and glassed the cabin top before installing new bulkheads.0:21 The updated layout features a U-shaped galley positioned near the companionway to improve plumbing access and ventilation, with plans for a gimballed stove and a dedicated port light for steam extraction.9:34 The crew relocated the head to the starboard side to create a linear corridor, expanding its footprint by 46% to include a residential-sized shower and fore-and-aft facing toilet.15:22 A dedicated wet locker now sits near the companionway for immediate access to sailing gear, while a new semi-aft cabin provides private sleeping quarters and an offshore watch berth.12:35 Batteries are centralized low in the boat within the multi-purpose nook to improve weight distribution.10:30 The project prioritizes increased storage, improved bilge access, and enhanced ventilation to mitigate condensation.11:27

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