I Sailed into a Cave - On an Inflatable Catamaran

[@kevinwood7353]

The hulls lost some pressure because when you put it in the water the air temperature dropped inside the chambers. Maybe finish inflating it with the boat in the water.

[@JoyriderTV]

yes, I think you're right.

[@MiniCat.Australia]

Or over inflate at the start - and yes for the small investment of a portable / rechargeable electric pump (which has a pressure gauge) is a good idea.

[@daniellange2093]

Yeah, on the German minicat website it's recommended to do at least 0,3 bar instead of the 0,25

[@nicolasstanley1392]

Ready! Cool content, keep the adventures coming!

[@JoyriderTV]

Thanks! Will do!

[@MotoDUDEabides]

First! Been binge watching your videos. Thanks for your efforts!

[@JoyriderTV]

Glad you like them!

[@chrisfisichella7665]

Excellent job! I have never heard of an inflatable catamaran! Thanks!

[@JoyriderTV]

I hadn't really come across them until now - works very nicely

[@costasvrettakos]

Please make more exploring videos! Like you said you live in lefkas and never been there! Inflatable cat is perfect for daily adventures. You can equip it with a small electric outboard (trolling motor) and a battery, it will save you from a lot of effort!

[@JoyriderTV]

I will do! Thanks

[@lokus80]

OMG, this video is epic! Well done on planning such an amazing trip, not to mention the great execution. That was super brave. My kids watched it with me and now they want a MiniCat 😂

[@JoyriderTV]

That's great!! I'm glad that you all enjoyed it. If you end up getting forced to get one, please use the code: JRMC24

[@jrfsailing07]

Great video Joe!! Thank you!

[@JoyriderTV]

It was certainly an epic day out!!

[@MotoDUDEabides]

If I may. I have a couple questions/video ideas… I heard you say on a podcast that your wife is a nurse. Mine is as well. Does she sail with you? Could you make a video about taking your partner sailing or a friend or a first timer sailing. Someone important to you that you’d want to hopefully get interested in sailing too? And a video about sailing watches. I always wear a watch and there’s so many options for gps, timers, etc for watches. What do you like? Thanks again man!

[@JoyriderTV]

Thanks for the ideas. I'll see what I can do. Cheers

[@cellarschmellar]

Great ideas, I'd watch these topics too

[@MiniCat.Australia]

Strava - if you have anything that can connect to Strava and hence watch is waterproof I believe that’s your best option. It has a ‘sailing’ option to record in knots etc. plus the added benefit of the Strava community and setting segments for others to best etc.

[@meric1888]

what's in the bag joey ..looks like you had fun bigtime 🎉

[@JoyriderTV]

an extra thermal top, camera mount, batteries, extra water, bananas - I think that was it. Yes, a good day out.

[@proffessorclueless]

Nice surprise video. Really enjoyed that one.

[@JoyriderTV]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jplater9191]

Thanks for taking us on this trip!

[@JoyriderTV]

It certainly seemed like a long way at the time!

[@nikkolaijones931]

Really enjoyed this video as it also showcased all the other different sailing issues you encounter when you go out and about. Loved it!

[@JoyriderTV]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@nikkolaijones931]

@JoyriderTV really liked that mini cat it looks like great fun to sail about on. You should do some more adventures in the mini cat.

[@alexjoz]

whoa, scary entrance. Nice journey! Keep this up, i really liked this format )

[@JoyriderTV]

Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Yes it was pretty intimidating going in!!

[@ggmann8879]

Cool spot & GREAT video! What do you think about the gennaker or code 0 kits for the 420? Looking into lake sailing in Arizona, USA

[@JoyriderTV]

Great choice if you're wanting to cover more distance on the downwind. I haven't tried one on mine - and - it wouldn't have worked on this trip as it seemed to be upwind both ways!!

[@Bonecrusher944S2]

Ok Joseph, this seals the deal, you are definitely just a little nuts ! I loved your adventure to the cave. At least you did not try to sail the thing to the Bahamas ! Kinda like my recent adventure of circumnavigating Hilton Head Island. You coulda brought the pump with ya in case u needed a little more air in the hulls. Great job. Thanks for the video.

[@JoyriderTV]

Thanks! Yes, been down the electric pump shop. Should make a big difference

[@willrobertson14]

From this point on, I’ll forever call my paddle “The Secret Weapon “

[@JoyriderTV]

Yes! Me too!!

[@vagabondroller]

Flippin awesome.

[@JoyriderTV]

for real! One of the coolest things that I've done.

[@andrew390]

More exploring videos on the mini cat please! Maybe 1 night camping / 2 days sailing? Possibly on the soon to be released Minicat 520 Explorer?

[@JoyriderTV]

I'll see what I can do!

[@themindfulpaddler3737]

This is great. Would love to see you do some hobie cat sail camping. Keep it up!

[@JoyriderTV]

Thanks! Will do - I'll get the charts out and look for an appropriate destination.

[@shimonzigdon1113]

Listen Joe it’s absolutely amazing extremely cool 😎 you rock my friend

[@JoyriderTV]

🤩Thanks!!

[@colesheive7649]

This is like joyrider tv meets sam holmes sailing. I like it

[@JoyriderTV]

I think you've spotted my inspiration!

[@meric1888]

phew.. glad your not smuggling diamonds Joe..maybe explore more caves around your camp 🎉🎉

[@JoyriderTV]

yes, perhaps that wouldn't be such a good career choice.

[@thorng3931]

I made the same experience with my rubber dinghy. You can inflate it 'till you think it wil nearly burst. But soon as it's in the water you may think there is a leakage. So it will always be a compromize.

[@JoyriderTV]

Yes - I'd actually let it down a bit on the beach as it was so hot and it seemed so firm - should have left it!!

[@littletel100]

The old Submarine cave. Many day off down there!

[@JoyriderTV]

such a great spot

[@tuckersbowtie]

Ready!

[@JoyriderTV]

Well in!!!

[@Flipperwi715]

Dang it you made me do it. "Ready"

[@JoyriderTV]

🤩🤩

[@tootbarkley7276]

*Joseph, I put hucks on my Wave Jib. It works Great.*

[@JoyriderTV]

Good to know. Maybe I should try it.

[@timseytiger9280]

Can you fly a hull on it?

[@JoyriderTV]

coming soon!!

[@yeniboyut]

It must be the fabric's GSM too heavy considering you are dragging the boat on the pebble beach.

[@JoyriderTV]

I think they've nailed it - the boat is light enough for practicality and strong enough to do things like this.

[@alfreddaniels3817]

I think the pressure is very important for a comfy quality sail on an inflatable. How about a small litium battery with airpump to keep the pressure perfect at all times?

[@JoyriderTV]

Good idea!

[@alfreddaniels3817]

@@JoyriderTVon second thought: these large RV’s and trucks have automatic pressurecontrol permanently attached compressor on their tyres.

[@alfreddaniels3817]

@@JoyriderTVI sailed a Tornado before and then an A-cat. But I am 70 now and wanted to sail larger distances solo and with more safety and shelter for myself. Very difficult to choose another cat or tree when you know a Tornado and an A-cat.

[@rev.jeanocuilinn3273]

Can you take 2 people on one, or is it too small?

[@JoyriderTV]

Yes, we tried it with 4 and it still worked - just not as fast.