Catamaran Mistertong video
#201 Start of the work... getting our bearings... Shipyard day 1 and 2
March 17, 2026 · 49 min · 8K views
Couple on catamaran deck with dry docked boat in background
What this video covers
The owners of an Outremer catamaran begin a multi-month haul-out project, prioritizing structural repairs to the forward compression beam and bow sections.5:40 During the first two days at the yard, the crew removes the trampolines and lowers the compression beam using the mainsail and gennaker halyards as a makeshift crane system.18:44 Initial tasks include establishing a temporary gray-water drainage system for the galley sink and sourcing electrical adapters to connect the boat to shore power.1:57 The planned scope of work is extensive, covering the replacement of through-hull fittings, maintenance on the saildrive seals, and a full application of Coppercoat antifouling.34:43 The crew also intends to modify the transom steps and repair the dinghy, though these tasks remain secondary to the structural integrity of the beam and bow.29:03 The project schedule remains flexible, with the crew prioritizing essential repairs to ensure the vessel meets its deadline for relaunch.
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