Sailing Supernovavideo
So much pain! [Ep. 166]
October 2, 2026 · 33 min · 26K views
What this video covers
The owner of the 45-ft catamaran Supernova performs a series of maintenance and repair tasks while docked at a marina. The solo docking process involves moving the vessel a short distance to a wall to offload 70 kilograms of anchor, 300 kilograms of chain, and a heavy sail for repair.7:40 The owner uses a spinnaker halyard to assist with the heavy lifting.2:49 Additional projects include 3D printing and installing a custom remote control box for the dinghy lift, wiring a new LED light in the galley, and sewing a protective cover for the cockpit table.11:55 The owner also visits local shops to source parts and drops off a non-functional 5,000-watt Victron inverter for professional repair.22:29 The work occurs during the off-season, noting that many nearby vessels have unstepped their masts for hurricane season.23:10 The owner emphasizes the importance of a one-hour fire watch after completing electrical work on the boat.14:42
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