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@kyle_sv_xanthus 3 күн бұрын
Playing catch-up on my subscriptions, so I'm a little late on this one. I really enjoy these laid-back sailing videos though. The project videos are all great too, but this is a relaxing little slice of the sailing life I miss while my own boat is freezing in her cradle in the boatyard. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
@solitudeandsailing 3 күн бұрын
@@kyle_sv_xanthus thanks for the input. I was just wondering earlier today if I should pick up the pace of my videos or keep the tranquility of sailing as it is. I find sailing to be so relaxing. It’s a great outlet to destress. I can’t wait for spring launch.
@kyle_sv_xanthus 2 күн бұрын
@@solitudeandsailing There's a lot of faster paced sailing channels out there. In my opinion, capturing the real tranquility of sailing is what sets your channel apart and makes your videos feel so much more genuine, almost like the viewer is stepping aboard the boat with a friend.
@jeffcee9457 3 күн бұрын
I would love to see how you prepare the boat for painting thanks i enjoyed
@solitudeandsailing 3 күн бұрын
@@jeffcee9457 kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIeYimpje76Fn5osi=AwTSttAYHvtgRtrF
@solitudeandsailing 3 күн бұрын
@@jeffcee9457 I think I cover the prep in the episode added to this reply where I painted the bench seats. Basically light sanding and surface cleaner.
@rickblack2353 4 күн бұрын
Dude, thanks for the solitude you'll get done through your scienc.
@solitudeandsailing 4 күн бұрын
Thank you
@JH-qv3xv 10 күн бұрын
So much fun. Thanks
@solitudeandsailing 10 күн бұрын
Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed this video. Check out the playlists and there is more to come.
@stevelauda5435 15 күн бұрын
Now this is how i like these type of camping/ sailing vids. Short and sweet, i have subscribed.
@solitudeandsailing 15 күн бұрын
@@stevelauda5435 thank you
@amedaius8492 17 күн бұрын
The centerboard caught me unaware on my "new" ('69) Oday17 Daysailer. I took her out several times and thought she sailed like crap, turns out the little pivot point was so rounded the raising/lowering handle wasn't doing anything. So I was sailing around without any centerboard. Explained so much. I have it(CB) in my kitchen at the moment with fiberglass resin curing on the repair. Next time the CB fails I think I will have to buy a new one.
@solitudeandsailing 16 күн бұрын
Definitely need that center board lowered to counter balance the boat. It makes a huge difference in steering when under sails
@YMS137 19 күн бұрын
that's a sweet little sailboat!
@solitudeandsailing 19 күн бұрын
Thanks
@olivei2484 19 күн бұрын
Nice install. Like the power switch panel. One thing I did when I put driving lights on my pickup, was build the whole setup on the dining room table, including relay and switches. I used aligator clipped jumper wires. Throw-back to my physics labs. Always a good plan to step back, and relax. You did a nice job on keeping wires tangle free. Also, shout out to nurses, as I hurt my hand and received care from the nicest people. Thanks!
@solitudeandsailing 19 күн бұрын
Glad you had good nursing care! Agree with stepping back and relax. It does help to return with a fresh look at the job
@waynemiles2680 26 күн бұрын
Thank you for that. Great video.
@waynemiles2680 26 күн бұрын
I just picked up a 1970 day Sailor to this was September 2024 that I changed the mass and cut it New Tabernacle but I’ve been looking at your videos and I’m telling you Brother you inspire me keep it up
@solitudeandsailing 26 күн бұрын
@@waynemiles2680 thank you for the encouragement. I have videos of upgrades coming out. Hopefully they will give you some suggests. I’m also open to new ideas.
@waynemiles2680 26 күн бұрын
I’m kind of puzzled. I had a old day 192. I sold that a few months ago and I purchased this day sailer 2. I noticed you mentioned I think on one of your videos that it did not have a backstay so I’m kind of confused. What hold up the boom? Any thoughts on that would be helpful. Thank you
@solitudeandsailing 26 күн бұрын
@ kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKCymKlratmBpqcsi=eh3CkpzL22mk4iWO
@solitudeandsailing 26 күн бұрын
@ I believe the episode I tagged is the one that mentioned no back stay on these small sailboats. They only have the side stays and forestay. So the mast is held down by those three supports and the tension applied to the mast base. Kind of like a bow and arrow at tension. Larger sailboats have a back stay (support wire/line from the top of the last to the back of the boat). It was odd Learning and trusting this but I also felt a little better knowing my main sheet can provide some support to prevent the mast from going forward, however it is not necessary due to the small sail area… I’m not a boat builder or marine architect but that’s what I learned preparing to install my running rigging.
@waynemiles2680 26 күн бұрын
@@solitudeandsailing thank you I appreciate that info
@kosiekoos9408 Ай бұрын
Go to sea to find peace men
@amedaius8492 Ай бұрын
1:35 Yo, just submerge it and then put your thumb over the exit, pull it out and lower than the interior water level.
@solitudeandsailing 19 күн бұрын
Nice tip, thanks
@dennisstockstill1649 2 ай бұрын
I’m a big fan of the floppy ears❤️
@solitudeandsailing 2 ай бұрын
@@dennisstockstill1649 we loved this elephant conservation awareness project. They did such a great job making the elephants look life-like
@amedaius8492 2 ай бұрын
I wish I had the ability to work on my boat at my house, I live in an HOA area. Almost impossible to find houses without one, and nearly all of them forbid boats unless its in a garage. Got an oday daysailer recently and its in pretty good shape, just needs a few minor things but even that is hard when you don't have anywhere to work on it.
@solitudeandsailing Ай бұрын
So true. Have you tried a storage unit? It might be able to fit in one. Best of luck on your boat upgrades
@bobedwards8896 2 ай бұрын
old video, but what is that color combo? i like it. what blue and grey?
@solitudeandsailing 2 ай бұрын
@@bobedwards8896 I used Flag Blue by Total Boat 3 coats. Also used Total Boat primer 2 coats
@olivei2484 2 ай бұрын
Very nice. ☀
@solitudeandsailing 19 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@chas5131 2 ай бұрын
Where was this video made?
@solitudeandsailing 2 ай бұрын
@@chas5131 RI, in Narragansett Bay
@chas5131 2 ай бұрын
@@solitudeandsailing Thank you
@olivei2484 2 ай бұрын
Nice dock departure. Always feels a little chaotic to me. I once forgot my sails at home, realized it about 15 miles away.
@solitudeandsailing 2 ай бұрын
@@olivei2484 thank you for the comment, especially coming from someone who can relate. Forgetting my rudder was the worst. The thought of having to take everything down drive home and get the rudder… Oh man. I was fortunate my son was free and able to bring it to me. I did not wanna leave my boat there at the public lot unattended.
@olivei2484 2 ай бұрын
@@solitudeandsailing Yup. I was on my way to the coast, about an hour trip, had to turn around and drag the boat home. I forgot my life jacket once, only to realize it after everything was set up. Fortunately our lake has a loner life jacket program, and was able to use one for the day.
@fredewans5946 3 ай бұрын
very nice, just what I needed to see right now.. thank you
@olivei2484 3 ай бұрын
That was a good chunk of ice. Maybe covering without the mast on deck might help keep a little more water tight? My dinghy has transom drains, so park her a steep angle and most of water drains out.
@solitudeandsailing 3 ай бұрын
@@olivei2484 I’d have to develop another method to keep to cover from concaving in. Also use a more waterproof cover.
@30ftunder39 3 ай бұрын
I got a 1976 Pearson 26 and i had no way to verify my rigging. These are invaluable videos, thank you.
@solitudeandsailing 3 ай бұрын
@@30ftunder39 glad I could help. You might find this link beneficial sailboatdata.com/sailboat/pearson-26/
@FlatlandMando 3 ай бұрын
My McVay 16 Falcon (1968) has a glassed floor, continuous with the seats, which does use up room because the interior is not as deep. I have a lot of foam in the bow, lightly glassed in. I don't want to take all of it out but eventually I have to cut way more ports into areas I cannot reach. You have a beautiful cruising ground & you can tell at the launch that the water is nice.
@solitudeandsailing 3 ай бұрын
@@FlatlandMando the Falcon 16 looks very similar to the ODay Ospray also 16’. The foam helps with flotation should there be a capsize. I’ve seen some people remove old waterlogged foam and replace with the liquid kind. One guy filled his bench seats and ballast with pool noodles. I let the water drain out and plugged the drain holes. Will unplug when I haul out. Yes, Narragansett Bay is large enough and pretty much protected harbor providing for long hours of sailing. Weather permitting that is.
@FlatlandMando 3 ай бұрын
At this point, although comments may say that you need new sails, etc., this is admittedly an older boat & an older design that was never set up to have a lot of sail shape adjustments & racing/ planing was not the purpose of these boats. My 16ft.McVay Falcon from 1968 has very similar lines & it never had a boom vang, though that control is very useful for flattening the sail upwind. I have launched my boat once only in Aug.2024, using a 55lb. thrust trolling motor, as my standing & running rigging are not quite ready. I launched on a hot day with no wind, so e- motoring was OK!
@solitudeandsailing 3 ай бұрын
@@FlatlandMando good to know about the older sail. These are definitely ODay Ospray sails. Some folks point out the possible “stretch” in the sail. I’ve thought of lower the boom to tighten up the sail some more but then I’d be ducking too low for this “middle aged” guy. I did purchase hardware to install a boom vang. I also put in some electronics that will show on an up coming video. I added navigation lights, anchor light, cabin lights, bilge pump, phone charger and more! She’s coming along great. Just went sailing today!
@rolandorfortunato456 3 ай бұрын
Thank you Sir for a beautiful video and beautiful inspirational words. I have always loved sailing and I also like you got hooked to Sunfish sailing thru Lee Montes channel and now I came across your channel a true blessing. The good Lord blessed me recently with a lady that was giving away the mast, spars,sail, daggerboard, and rudder and tiller with extension all for free. I am now in the process of buying a 1980 Sunfish. Soon I will be on the water experiencing that solitude you speak about looking forward to more of your videos. God bless.
@solitudeandsailing 3 ай бұрын
@@rolandorfortunato456 what a nice lady to provide all of those parts for free! I purchased my running lines on www.sunfishdirect.com (I’m not sponsored, just sharing my experience). They have logos, sails, hardware, pretty much all things sunfish related. I hope you find a good sunfish. There are some sunfish groups on facebook that sometimes have some on sale.
@rolandorfortunato456 3 ай бұрын
Thank you Sir for all the information.
@conordoherty 3 ай бұрын
Would love a step-by-step of the main sheet rigging. That portion was cutout and I haven’t found a good how-to anywhere!
@solitudeandsailing 3 ай бұрын
@@conordoherty I have some new videos coming out but this video I’m attaching should give you some insight into rigging the mainsail/mainsheets… kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5-yk4CAes2NapYsi=w2a6ggAbyIHDtswQ
@FlatlandMando 3 ай бұрын
Do you have a design, measurements of your tabernacle...or even a contact to who made yours? Maybe is a shortcut for me to have one made...😊
@solitudeandsailing 3 ай бұрын
@@FlatlandMando this video might help answer some questions about the mast tabernacle. I highly recommend contacting Rudy at D&R Marine. He can help you with parts and a setup. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKCymKlratmBpqcsi=GViwyopSJNmdAKxa
@FlatlandMando 3 ай бұрын
I have a McVay Falcon of 16ft. & made in about 1968, looks very similar lines & size to your boat. To no great surprise, my boat needs a lot of work too. I see you use an over size genoa jib to sail...do you do that without the "main"? I don't have a mast tabernacle but want to build one!
@solitudeandsailing 3 ай бұрын
@@FlatlandMando I use my “Genoa” head sail both with and without the mainsail. It works great in light winds by adding my power than my smaller jib.
@adamc.sieracki4145 3 ай бұрын
A smart looking boat and colourscheme.
@solitudeandsailing 3 ай бұрын
@@adamc.sieracki4145 thank you
@MikaelaMaverix 3 ай бұрын
I really like that light blue color 👍
@solitudeandsailing 3 ай бұрын
@@MikaelaMaverix thank you
@olivei2484 3 ай бұрын
Great video. great smiles and a good times.
@PatrickPieri 3 ай бұрын
Say it's not so....Please get another Pearson 26???
@solitudeandsailing 3 ай бұрын
@@PatrickPieri I know right.. she will be missed but she’s in good hands. The sailing videos will keep coming.
@PatrickPieri 3 ай бұрын
Just a quick true story that I think you will appreciate.. My wife and I love sailing as passengers and for years have talked about purchasing our own vessel over and over, but never did. We truly love the ocean, it's beauty and the feeling of peace and serenity when sailing. Something I think most folks take for granted..Anyway, while searching for a sailboat, I stumbled on your beautiful videos. I remember saying to myself, "Wow, he gets it" and obviously couldn't wait for your next sailing episode to arrive... In the interim and thanks to a little Divine Intervention. I was contacted by a family member who advised me that my Godson was looking to sell his sailboat because he and his young family needed something larger. Well,We'll, wouldn't you know what kind of sailboat he was selling???? Yup, a 1973 Pearson 26. Talk about Divine Intervention, Wow... Yesterday evening my wife and I went for an introduction sail with my Godson, his wife and youngest daughter. It was as he would say, Epic.. What a beautiful time with them and his Pearson 26. It was Perfectly Perfect. I guess you know which sailboat were going with...Lol. Thanks so much for sharing your adventures on "KYRON" between your videos and my Godsons need for a larger sailboat maybe, just maybe God willing we will see you on the water. That would be great....
@solitudeandsailing 3 ай бұрын
@PatrickPieri thanks for sharing this. I’m sure you will love you P26. They are great boats. Very solid build and easy to sail. Fair winds and following seas
@solitudeandsailing 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for your service. We are blessed to have and appreciate our Marines
@retzynvoyscars 4 ай бұрын
I remember the first time I put on my dress blues. The collar was so tight! And the fact that our pictures at Parris Island only covered the top of our chest...Nice father and son time.Many times we overlook that our boys too appreciate a one to one with Dad. Semper Fi!
@MarkRohloff-j6l 4 ай бұрын
I only put the back pin for the mast so if I flip it over I can disconnect the front cable to let the mast hing back
@solitudeandsailing 4 ай бұрын
@@MarkRohloff-j6l makes it so much easier for solo sailing
@mmarussich3966 4 ай бұрын
I really like your creativity and enthusiasm. Looks like it kind of works as a Genoa / drifter
@solitudeandsailing 4 ай бұрын
Yes it worked like a Genoa. It’s especially useful in light winds!
@michaelharris4218 5 ай бұрын
Love watching your channel! I had to replace my mast on my DS1 this year. Rudy from D &R took care of me, and tomorrow will be the first time using the turnbuckle. Your video has me feeling pretty secure that it will go well.
@solitudeandsailing 5 ай бұрын
@@michaelharris4218 Rudy is a great guy. He was very helpful. Best of luck with your new rigging.
@FlatlandMando 5 ай бұрын
I like your commentary, clearly you enjoy sailing!
@solitudeandsailing 5 ай бұрын
Thank you. Yes I enjoy sailing. I’d like to find a Daysailer or trailerable sailer meet-up in New England
@FlatlandMando 5 ай бұрын
Typical character & integrity of a sailor...you left your rigging work 1/2 done so the powerboaters could launch their overpowered, overpriced boats & create giant wakes for you, the sailor, to bounce around in !?!?
@solitudeandsailing 5 ай бұрын
@@FlatlandMando it’s terrible. I make an effort to not give a big wake to sailboats, kayakers, and people at anchor when on my Sportfish. Some boaters do it deliberately
@FlatlandMando 5 ай бұрын
@solitudeandsailing9854 I'm sure it's true in some cases. Like the motorist who purposely blasts through a street- side puddle to splash someone walking on the sidewalk!
@fredewans5946 5 ай бұрын
looked like a nice time on the water fishing
@retzynvoyscars 5 ай бұрын
I love the view of the Cape Verde flag Gracefully unfurling!!
@fredewans5946 5 ай бұрын
it looks good, have fun with it
@solitudeandsailing 5 ай бұрын
@@fredewans5946 thank you
@timmit3579 5 ай бұрын
Replace that pulley(Just behind the centerboard) with a pulley/cleat combination so you have your hands free when handling that line that lets you bring in or let out your sail...Set it & appreciate that you have a free hand for other things...
@joequinn309 5 ай бұрын
Sweet little boat....
@solitudeandsailing 5 ай бұрын
@@joequinn309 thanks
@olivei2484 5 ай бұрын
Very nice. Never been to cape Cod.
@solitudeandsailing 5 ай бұрын
It’s a beautiful place to visit. Also catch a ferry to the nearby islands
@amyturner7419 5 ай бұрын
Hey, might be a year late, but I saw this video just at the right time I grew up. We had a Pearson 26 out on Lake Erie. You brought back such fond memories and all those deeply embedded joys of sailing. I miss it dearly but it’s always fun to watch, somebody who is filming themselves doing it especially on that boat thank you for that. We had a 76 as well. It was white with blue was fancy in the cabin and it was great being on it for a minute with you. Thank you.
@solitudeandsailing 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for your kind words. She’s a great boat to learn to sail on. I’m glad to know people are enjoying this videos.
@fredewans5946 5 ай бұрын
Looks like a very relaxing rode trip, I love going to the Cape, very beautiful beaches, but the RI beaches just can't be beat