Catamaran Mistertong · video

What this video covers

The crew of the catamaran Mistertong performs maintenance and repairs while anchored in Le Marin, Martinique, during the hurricane season. Djé and Loulou assist friends on the boat Orion with fiberglass repairs, specifically laminating around bolt heads to secure a water heater installation.6:34 The team uses a rust converter on bolt heads before applying mastic and fiberglass cloth to ensure a watertight seal.14:37 Additionally, Loulou repairs the lazy jacks on the Mistertong, which had suffered wear from exposure.21:02 The crew manages these tasks while navigating frequent, persistent rain showers and monitoring wind conditions in the bay.7:32 They emphasize the importance of maintaining a social network with other cruisers for mutual support and shared labor, noting that staying in Le Marin provides a secure location during the hurricane season.28:40 The crew plans to finalize these repairs in November before preparing for future passages in December.29:39

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