Boat Projects, Boat Wheels | Ep. 265

[@johnwiswall7344]

I've always asked if they can hang me in the slings the night before to get those last few squares of bottom paint on. Some will, others not so much. Don Casey always said whatever you paint on right before launch, you might as well just go dump in the water. Not an opinion, that guy knows a hell of a lot more than me. You do too. Either way, you do damn fine work Mr. Boothby. Lady Ruth looks great, fair winds.

[@paulboden7850]

"Back in the water.... and back to freedom." the words of a true sailor.

[@Paco-p6e]

Amen!

[@ximono]

Freedom is the reason I just bought my first sailboat. I'm tired of being stuck on land.

[@tonykazz2779]

Freedom , the one word that describes the driving purpose behind all the complex work involved in living the Sail Life ! Others live 30 miles north of Anchorage Alaska , far off the Grid --- self sufficient , hardships , loners -- for Freedom & independence ! Most of us are devoted socials , needing our family life tony in Sarasota

[@ranchosinnombreannjimmy8427]

cool bike bro. congrats

[@Lost_AtSea_]

“ back a float…….back to freedom”!

[@sailboatcarrabarra3114]

Kevin, I realize months have passed since you posted this but, I used to work for spade anchors. Do not attach the swivel directly to the anchor the way you did. Use a shackle between the two. Swivels fail from side loading . I’ve seen it often (we also carried swivels from Kong and would get warranty claims , not covered , side loading)…

[@tvideo1189]

I'm glad I'm not the only one to notice that. Any rigger will see that and cringe.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Several people have commented that. OK, wouldn't be tough to insert a shackle there.

[@namdarbolour9890]

Good choice on the Brompton C Line 6-speed. Brompton is the best quality and strongest folding bike, and this particular model is their best value. I have the same model, but I don't sail. I think you will have to lubricate it more often than on land due to the harsh marine environment, as I'm pretty sure you already know! Take particular care of the 3-speed internally geared hub on the back wheel. If the oil in there dries up, it will gum up and cause shifting problems. Would suggest re-oiling that hub once a year or so. You will have to take it apart though, as there is no external oil port. Good luck on your travels! Love to watch your videos.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Thanks for the advice. So far I love the Brompton. Will have to pull up vids on how to lubricate the gears.

[@tvideo1189]

My wife and I had two Dahon folding bikes aboard our 41 trimaran when we lived aboard and used them ALL the time. I cobbled together a trailer so we could haul lots of groceries and even two 5 gallon diesel jerry cans if necessary. The best thing we ever did with them... replaced the tires with airless versions. No more worries about punctures or losing air. The neat thing was you can choose the airless version you want from soft and comfortable ride to harder and more firm.

[@nobody46820]

Excellent! Would you be kind enough to share the model and website of the tire manufacturer? Thanks in advance. Also, how did the trailer work out on rougher terrain (i.e., poor quality streets)? 😃👍

[@howtosailoceans1423]

So far I'm loving the Brompton. And yes, I have gotten one flat so far.

[@tvideo1189]

@@nobody46820 We were at one of the several ports on Lake Erie we visited headed out of the lake and down south to our home port in Jacksonville. We merely looked up a bike shop and he showed us the options. This was in 2001 and the bikes are long gone now that we are ashore for good so I can't give any details... but the solid tires are not rare. Any pro bike shop should be able to fix you up.

[@nobody46820]

@@tvideo1189 Thanks!

[@helmrichharms2225]

@tvideo1189 I have an about 25 years old Dahon California III folding bike in stainless steel on bord of my little Allegro 27. Folding very small (smaller than a Brompton), quite fast with a 3 speed gearshift and due to the stainless material still looking like new. You see these Dahons often on eBay for between 150 to 300 €, at least in Germany. Very good quality, and wether for cycling for sight seeing or to get some groceries, a bike on bord is as necessary as a good rowing dinghi.

[@coronapack]

Holy crap you footses had shoes on them!

[@PennWolfsSailingAdventures]

Personally I like having my escooter I picked up recently. But a folding ebike is definitely in the future. Also I use a folding 2 child bike trailer. When folded it's about the size of a folding coffee table and just a couple inches thick. Also gives about 100lbs towing ability. Great for groceries,a couple propane tanks, or fuel.

[@markseabaugh4157]

my bike was my first taste of freedom... then my first car, but none compare to the first time the wind filled my sails and I felt my boat respond to my hand on the tiller. I always say the american dream is not a house it is FREEDOM I've been blessed to know it, many in the world have not. Thanks for sharing yours w/ us. god bless

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Agree 100% !

[@stephencifka4629]

Congrats on the Brompton! I commuted for years with one, combining public transit with the Brompton. It is a brilliant design. They really hold their value, as well.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

So far, I love it.

[@josephballerini3730]

Putting a couple of links between the anchor and swivel supposedly protects the swivel from any potential sideways pressure stressing the swivel.

[@heimslach]

had my Brompton 12 years, used it daily - I recently put it on my boat and it got stolen. I didn't get to find out if I could keep my lazy lack of maintenance in salty environment. Anyway was looking at fold-ups again and tried a few others - nothing at the price comes close to ride and build so I bought another one. A bit of fun-knack to flicking it open in 1,2, 3 smooth action.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

I'm still loving my Brompton. It's a first class product.

[@Pillowcase]

Daaamn, a Brompton. The man has fine taste.

[@chrisholbrook141]

Great bikes, Bromptons. Mines already 25 years old. My original Bickerton is a bit easier to stow, and lighter, but not as nice to ride.

[@paulfollansbee7103]

She looks great Kevin!

[@bviyachtsales]

We store our topsail on the boom inside the lazy Jack's and covered with mainsail cover. It's so easy to set and douse !

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Interesting! Never thought of that one.

[@colinboniface194]

Beautiful quiet sunset after a haulout... I hope you had a scotch or a rum handy...

[@jayknight850]

Like the videos, watch each one and often comment. Ever considered 2 links of chain between the swivel and the anchor. I attached the swivel to my Ronca anchor shaft and started to think how much stress was on the swivel with a wind shift that caused the anchor to finally break out and pivot to reset. With 2 links of chain/shackles I think the swivel would always just be in tension without the stress of bending. Attached it last year and while not used as much as you do seems to be working ok.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

I see what you are saying, it cannot easily articulate side to side. Hmm.

[@SootHead]

Hopefully we'll get to see that topsail employed!

[@paulklein6962]

Add 3 links of chain between anchor and swivel then locktite on the pins.

[@paulputnam2305]

Serenity Now! Looking awesome. Love the new additions.

[@windonwater3895]

I loved your ending on this one! Thanks!!

[@jimschumacher9763]

You'll love the Brompton. We have a pair that we added to our cruising gear about 3 years ago.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

So far I am indeed loving the Brompton.

[@richardfowler6403]

Freedom: post haul out freedom… the best.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Yes indeed.

[@unopimpo]

ive enjoyed your educational channel for a while now kevin , had a bristol 27 about 3 years now the first year was work now I broke more for repairs. thanks for all the info you provide.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Nice to hear that. I always fear that I might bore folks with the project vids, not much romance in painting and fiberglassing.

[@DaveCollierCamping]

Have a great day

[@Early8Q]

I am looking forward to seeing what you get up to with that Brompton, it’s a nice rig. I have an older Bike Friday that I acquired in the nineties for other adventures that I need to refresh. It seems to me that folding bikes are a natural for travel by boat, although corrosion is a concern.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

So far I'm loving the Brompton. So nice to have wheels when the grocery store is 3 miles from the dinghy dock.

[@mjm3044]

Hi, I really enjoy your channel, your refits and your cruising. I had spent many years in the boat building industry. On your gungeon you build or refit that your self steering pivots on, have you ever thought of making a mold using the gungeon as a plug (the reverse of a mold ) and then pour resin mixed with milled fiber and silica. After it's cured, remove it from the and ad a layer or two of fiberglass matt or roving for extra strength, that's probably not needed. It should last indefinately barring any hard groundings just a thought. Cheers andFair seas ,,,,_/),,, Mike

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Haven't looked into it. So far the ash gudgeons have worked reasonably well, although it is true that they will rot at some point.

[@reloadncharge9907]

Good one…..I know what comes next! Thanks, Andrew @ Annapolis

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Ah, so you are in Annapolis. Enjoy. I'm way up here in Cape Breton at present with no weather windows to sail home. At least it's nice here.

[@reloadncharge9907]

@@howtosailoceans1423 well, spent many winters on and off Newfy…..she’s pretty cold in winter (The Rock)….Cape Breton a close second, you may have to suck it up and make a dash!

[@joerathert5136]

You need to add a shackel to that anchor swivel. It is strong with a straight line pull but weak in bending. Also it will get stuck in the slo and not line up with the shank of the anchor. I had one and swapped it for the Mantus swivel. Love the channel. You have taught me a lot.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

I'm actually thinking of going back to a regular shackle. I'm finding that too often I pull the anchor up in the wrong orientation to get it on the roller, and have to manually reach over and turn it.

[@mrgearha7188]

Looks like a good size bike. Nice. Definitely comes in handy. I have a 26-inch folding Dahon but it is too big for my boat. I would not recommend anything bigger than the one you have.

[@garrickmartin7707]

It is indeed good to be back in the water Kevin. So what now? Can't wait.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Stay tuned ...

[@Coyotehello]

Oh Ruth Every is going to be beautiful with a top sail gallant! And nice bag for it. I have been looking those Brompton for a few years but they are SO expensive. One last thing, you will want to redo your swivel shackle You want a few link of chai nor a regular shackle between the fluke of the anchor and the swivel otherwise as your boat circles around at anchor the swivel shackle will get side loads and the anchor jaw/fork side will just get pried open. Cheers, a. Haha, yes just like sailboatcarrabarra3114 just wrote!

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Someone just commented about the swivel. That had not occurred to me, that it could pry the jaws open, or break.

[@galleryhad7747]

Just spent my first visit to New York and Boston outside of winter months. Didn't realise how good the weather in Sept is there(!)

[@markn209]

Keep that beautiful bike locked up! Waterfront = sketchy place and I've had a couple stolen ; )

[@mikehill2554]

I had a mantas swivel but wound up taking it off . My vulcan anchor came up backwards just as often as not a d it made it harder to get the anch up over the roller.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

I'm finding the same thing! Now I'm thinking of just going back to a regular shackle.

[@edwardfinn4141]

Is that your buddy’s Alberg there visible when you were riding the bike? Great boat

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Different Alberg 35 ..

[@NakaNakaDerkaDerka]

Not sure you want a steel bike on a boat… but hey bromptons are awesome regardless

[@rainfinger]

Great video!

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Thanks Rauf, fair winds.

[@deborahdoyle6743]

Interested to see what you end up with paint wise and your opinion. I have not seen a need for a swivel on mine.

[@rescue8299]

Hey cool video sir! I have a question?. My rudder is stuck to portside ( left) and had a steering wheel which is turning freely with no movement of rudder. Lost all steering.. Im thinking there could be many things wrong with the wheel and components. Would it be possible to switch over to a tiller. Its a 1978 Catalina 27. I put it on the hard yesterday for the winter. Not sure exactly whats going on. Appreciate your input and advice sir! All the best. Joseph

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Cannot say without actually looking at it. I'm not familiar with the steering arrangement on Catalinas.

[@rescue8299]

@@howtosailoceans1423 thank you for your response. I went ahead and ordered a tiller and am going to take a closer look at the rudder. A lot of projects this winter. Should keep me busy. Fair winds

[@smokingkippers1173]

If you ever turn up at a fancy yacht club, sitting at a bench with wine in hand and boat bobbing nearby, you should be ok. Prop the Brompton against the table and lean back, well, you won't be able to beat them off 😅.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Lol. Yes, they are pricey. Worth it, though.

[@ImnotChuck.]

My guess is that the paint manufacturer didn't like the fact that their paint was lasting so long, so they cheapened it up, renamed it, and raised the price. But that's just the cynic in me coming out.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Ha! Frankly, I wouldn't bet against you. They always seem to discontinue products that actually work.

[@SOLDOZER]

What size is your anchor?

[@howtosailoceans1423]

44lb Spade anchor.

[@Nerd3927]

Nice bike. Unfortunately it would find a new owner within a week here in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. I have to make do with an 50 euro barn find including all the cobwebs and patina to be able to retain ownership :-)

[@nobody46820]

FFS! 🤬

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Good grief, didn't know that bicycle thieves were so voracious in those parts.

[@LNM0000]

Fuckin topside paint !! Absolutely superb or what ?

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Perfection paint is awesome. So of course they discontinued it ...

[@akbeal]

Are you heading to the sailboat show in Annapolis?

[@howtosailoceans1423]

I'm headed to the Bay, but not going to make it in time for the show.

[@G11713]

I expect you'll eventually install a fat LiFePO4 such as a used EV battery pack, hang a fat prop electric motor on the transom with regen, install fold solar panels as cockpit shade, upgrade to an induction stove, install and electric windless, get an electric assist bicycle, etc. Yes, I know, sacrilegious. :)

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Lol. Would be an impressive solar array for that.

[@ximono]

Sounds more expensive than the boat too.

[@FranklinGray]

How do you like the bike? Any difference in the ride between the normal bike?

[@howtosailoceans1423]

The smaller wheels take a little getting used to--more wobbly. Otherwise it rides great.

[@genespell4340]

See if you can get the recipe for the paint. You never know until you try as I am sure you have pulled off the impossible a few times.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Lol. I'm not inclined to get into the paint manufacture business.

[@sviriecat]

Nice bike, will you store it on deck?

[@delukxy]

Might be room in Baby Ruth?

[@howtosailoceans1423]

In the forward berths.

[@mariajosemorenoguerrero8638]

What's your name,?! Sorry from my English...😂

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Kevin.