how to sail a Catalina 25

[@BlueHen123]

I'm watching many videos to learn to sail and this was one of the best!

[@christrouten9606]

Thank you. I'm glad that it was helpful to you. I know I tend to talk a lot in some of my videos. My hope is that in explaining what I'm doing and why I'm doing it, others might learn from me or offer suggestions for how I can improve my workflow and technique so I can learn something myself. What kind of boat are you learning on?

[@Nick-zz6xl]

Thank you for sharing this day of sailing. Well done!

[@christrouten9606]

@@Nick-zz6xl thank you. It was my pleasure.

[@MPrybil]

Putting on a life vest esp. when solo sailing is a good idea!

[@sunshinerisingfarm]

Chris, one of my favorite sailing positions is to sit forward on the leeward side when sailing on a beam, broad reach or running. This allows you to pay attention to the jib/jenny luff and gauge your heel and waterline. Also, the cool breeze in “the slot”will cool you on hot Summer days. Sitting on the stern creates drag and sitting on the high blocks your view. Try it, you’ll like it.

[@christrouten9606]

@@sunshinerisingfarm I've never been comfortable on the leeward side except for when sailing under very light winds. I don't know if it has to do with the fact that I cut my teeth sailing a Hobie cat. I just always feel like I'm going to capsize if I can't hike out and keep the boat balanced.

[@saufpau]

I've been watching this video for over an hour. I like that you have the compass with the wind direction in the upper laft hand corner. You need a lavalier mic so that we can hear you over the wind noise.

[@christrouten9606]

@@saufpau thanks for the suggestion on the mic. Would I then need a way to combine the audio and video when I post it online? I'm using a GoPro Hero Black7 if that matters.

[@curtishyde1842]

I have the exact same identical boat in an 81 version still sitting on the factory original EZ loader trailer And I am thrilled to have found your channel just by watching I have learned so much about my boat that I did not know and I am looking forward to the day that I can join you

[@jimwarren8301]

Same here. ‘81 hull# 2421. Launching it today for the first time after 1-1/2 years of maintenance and retrofitting it.

[@jimwarren8301]

On the EZ loader trailer too. Nervous about how deep I will need to take the trailer down.

[@curtishyde1842]

@@jimwarren8301 I have always figured on 5.5 ft do about 6 ft of water in order to safely float off

[@christrouten9606]

I'm glad that you found y channel useful. Happy sailing!

[@joeclark1702]

Brother I'm tired from just watching you. Guns, Cars, Hunting and Fishing are plenty for this old bird, Oh and family that's important too. Good to see your enjoying life my friend.

[@christrouten9606]

Joe! I was just cyberstalking you about a week ago wondering what you have been up to. We should get back in touch.

[@bertonyates238]

Great day! Nice video!

[@christrouten9606]

Yes it was. My only regret was being over cautious and reefing before I got started. With the storms we had that evening, I still think it was the right thing to do though. It would have been a perfect day for full main and 110.

[@936anyst]

That was a great sail, ty I just bought my first sail boat 83 cape dory 25d... going to learn on puget sound Wa state... thanks again for the video,Subbed

[@christrouten9606]

I'm glad you enjoyed it. I'll be sailing in Puget Sound from Bellingham to the San Juans the end of July this summer. I envy you for your home sailing waters.

[@danvitale1825]

You have made an excellent choice, great boat.

[@MichaelYates-bj8ef]

Nice sail! I’d be really interested in what all you’ve added to the boat. I’m considering a Catalina 25 and like how you seem to be set up.

[@christrouten9606]

Thanks. What is it about my setup that you are particularly interested in? I'll actually be making some changes soon to my running rigging. It currently serves the purpose but it is the bare minimum at the moment. I guess some of my future videos should include a before and after discussion of the changes I'll be making.

[@codenamecompton8689]

You can buy mine! Clearwater fl! C-25

[@cuervoprov]

You can't sink a C25 by leaving the keel up, unless you're in the middle of a hurricane. It will heel like there's no tomorrow, toss everything in the cabin around, terrify you, and then bounce right back. Ask me how I know this. 😅

[@curtishyde1842]

@@cuervoprov I'd be willing to say and bet on it that you probably owned one or own one

[@danvitale1825]

I used to sail with the keel up on real light days, too lazy to deploy it.

[@hkkjTacTacfijoa]

That’s great video for me,thank you very much.

[@christrouten9606]

@@hkkjTacTacfijoa I'm very glad that you enjoyed it. Happy sailing!

[@CC-qg8wu]

I like the Voice Projection. Sound like you're delivering a speech at the stadium. How'd you do that?

[@christrouten9606]

@@CC-qg8wu that's just how GoPro's sound when it's windy.

[@crunchycrispybacon]

Looks like your dock would be an ideal candidate for backing into as prop walk would be in your favor. Making a right turn you’re fighting the prop walk.

[@christrouten9606]

Prop walk is not really an issue on an outboard equipped boat. I can turn the motor to counter any effect that prop walk would have.

[@crunchycrispybacon]

@@christrouten9606 I don’t know ‘bout that, I sail an Ericson 25 and it definitely turns better to port even though I can also steer the outboard. Might be because my engine is on starboard side.

[@timburnett6729]

Great vid

[@christrouten9606]

@@timburnett6729 thank you. I'm glad you liked it.

[@TreePlantedByTheRiver]

Good job. Hoping to see you bring it to the dock with that cross wind. Must have run out of battery. I sail a 27 cat solo on bigger water.

[@christrouten9606]

I did run out of battery that day. Fortunately for me, the thunderstorms that began moving in created a dead calm for literally the 10 minutes it took me to drop the sails and get the boat to the dock and tied up.

[@chasingthedream2638]

What size solar panels are you using and what house battery/batteries use are you using?

[@christrouten9606]

@@chasingthedream2638 I have a single 200Ah LiFePo4 battery and a pair of Renogy 50w panels. The controller is a Victron Bluetooth charge controller.

[@chasingthedream2638]

@@christrouten9606 thanks for the quick reply what electronics are you supporting with that setup?

[@christrouten9606]

@@chasingthedream2638 I have a Fusion Link marine stereo, a Garmin Echomap 73, and a Renogy 3000w pure sine wave inverter for running power tools for working on the boat and dock. I also have a small 700w microwave for popping popcorn and melting butter for dipping lobster tails in.

[@Skier_202]

I was kinda looking forward to the docking part of the video ;)

[@christrouten9606]

Sorry, I ran out of battery power. I'll try to get a docking video up at some point.

[@philipsnipes2932]

Great video - what lake is this?

[@christrouten9606]

This is C.J. Strike Reservoir in Southern Idaho.

[@garywakeland7595]

Very good.

[@christrouten9606]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@johnbaier4721]

What Garmin do you have?

[@christrouten9606]

I can't think of the exact model. It's a low end Echomap without touch screen. Maybe a 73cv?

[@captainhml3868]

You don't need to reef. That wind is so light.

[@christrouten9606]

@@captainhml3868 unless you have sailed on this lake, you wouldn't know. Under the conditions this day, reefing was appropriate.

[@danvitale1825]

Once you learn sail twist you won't have to reef so quickly.

[@christrouten9606]

@@danvitale1825 I don't mind at all reefing when I'm still able to maintain over 5kt of boat speed. I prefer to sail at a comfortable 15 degrees of heel rather than 30. I'm not trying to impress anyone but myself.

[@captainhml3868]

You are going to be copyright striked for the music.

[@christrouten9606]

It's been up for months now with no issues.

[@RedNeck-x6d]

That a good heads up.. buy a bigger better boat.. Thank you.

[@christrouten9606]

We boaters and sailors are always thinking about our next bigger boat. Unfortunately (or perhaps Fortunately), due to the depth of my marina, and thier lack of support for larger sailboats, I am limited to something that drafts less than 4 feet and can be launched from a trailer. There is no mast stepping crane or tower, and no launching sling anywhere on my home water.

[@RedNeck-x6d]

@@christrouten9606 Yes, you do the best you can, with what you've got.. Thank you for that. Fortunately, I live close to the Ocean, where is many options.. All the best to you..Cheers! from Van, Canada.

[@jodyyonts5463]

Terrible audio.

[@robertwilliams6405]

Spot on for “how to sail a catalina 25” in person.

[@amedaius8492]

I don't like heeling past 30 myself unless I'm on a racing boat or a hobiecat or something.