S2E104 Fully Reefed Junk Rig Sailboat on the Open Ocean

[@johndoudna7055]

Love your happy boat Wave Rover II. Moving the cockpit to the deck pulpit area seems a master stroke. The new camera seems great. Thanks for all the inspiration.

[@ende421]

Wave Rover is such a nice boat! Can you share some data about Wave Rover? Beam, draft, weight ready to sail, payload, sail area ... Also how much plywood did you use and how much epoxy and fibre glass? What's the length of the mast? I'm tempted to order the study plans but I'd really like to know the key data points first.

[@ottifantiwaalkes9289]

We used to sail a 100% authentic 100 % teak Chinese junk years ago on san Francisco Bay. The Junk rig is amazing. We had three masts on our 30 ft. Junk. We also sailed a 27 ft junk years before that. Great to see you having fun. I spends years learning about these boats and sails.

[@RoversAdventure]

Well done! I'm still learning about the rig. Thanks for sharing.

[@davetrotter258]

It would be great to know how fast you are moving in those varied conditions, and roughly where you are in the great blue pond..........fair winds always.

[@RoversAdventure]

Generally 4-5 kts

[@gregoryh4601]

Good Luck sailing and Peace Be With You and a Special Peace be With Your Wife home Only.

[@RoversAdventure]

Thank you so much.

[@peterb9038]

She points really well, you can sleep / nap happily knowing when you wake up, you've made many miles in the right direction. I am sure you are getting to know the boat's personality really well. Great team work, from you and the boat.

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks, I'm getting to know her better all the time

[@gillesdufaux5519]

The ultimate best way of cruising with small sail. Very nice and safe.

[@gillesdufaux5519]

that junk rig gives the opportunity to make the boat not rolling like it could be with a taller mast. I like it.

[@Capt.sierra]

Hace a safe trip 🤜🤛

[@lindamanderson62]

Your video is so clear and the sound of the waves and water so real I felt I could close my eyes and be right out there bobbing around in Wave Rover - makes me smile watching this - love this happy video!! 🙂

[@RoversAdventure]

Wow, thank you

[@ronwest7930]

I keep wondering if more sail would take some of the roll away. interesting design.

[@RoversAdventure]

I rely on the self steering After the Baltimore refit, I make improvements that allow significantly more sail to be hoisted under those conditions.

[@mmullaley]

Another great video. Great Seamanship Alan. I took Odyssey out last Sunday...your it until spring. Keep on, be safe, and fair winds.

[@RoversAdventure]

That was so nice of you to see us off leaving Halifax

[@mmullaley]

Honored to be sailing alongside. Till next time.

[@fredbalster3100]

Since finishing your boat and have all the experience, can you build me one? 😅 I just love how she sails. Coudos to you and your architect. Project well done. She just lopes through the waves.😊

[@RoversAdventure]

🤣

[@roydesignedthat]

Looking good! Inspired! BestRoy

[@k9pjuice]

Awespme video, watching from Brisbane Australia. Wishing you well for the journeys ahead

[@cigarmann]

I am most impressed by the performance of your junk rig sail system.

[@Jorbene]

Great video, what a great rig is the junk. Fair winds man!!!

[@eolof7]

Magnificent! See your eyes smailing when you explain how well by the coast and others details. Lovely minute watching just she moving forward!

[@daktarioskarvannederhosen2568]

very beautiful boat. lovely sounds of the sea.

[@DrBrian0450]

Hi Alan, Awesome video! I hope that by now the nay sayers are rethinking their opinion of the boat, the sail and the Mk3! They are all performing very well! I am astonished at how dry the cockpit area remains at sea....this doesn't happen on any other 20 foot boat!

[@RoversAdventure]

So true in every respect!

[@fredflintstone1428]

The Wave Rover reminds me so much of a little U-Boat. Your footage at the stern really showed those 5 footers. Make sure you don't fall out!

[@davidbroman8391]

Fair winds Alan & Wave Rover!⛵️

[@hecdc305]

Making progress. Everything looking good. You're definitely right about the boat, good strong and comfortable design, specially for coastal cruising. Safe sailing.

[@DrBrian0450]

I think she will do fine out on the open ocean as well, the Bay of Fundy is nothing to sneeze at!

[@hecdc305]

Yes, one thing for sure; She's built like a tank!@@DrBrian0450

[@sthtemp2]

Fair winds, Capitan

[@japeltoni]

Excellent managing captain Alan! You have full experience and small boats are stronger and safer in every aspect compared to big ones. It is all good! Rigging works very smoothly. Be Blessed as you sail further 👍👋🙏

[@johnlawrence7268]

I disagree that small boats are safer in every aspect on ocean passages than a big boat. Well found small boats are fine but bigger are less affected by wind and waves. I've crossed the Atlantic in a 32 footer and made other ocean passages in a 55 footer, it was certainly more secure and comfortable in the larger yacht.

[@japeltoni]

@@johnlawrence7268 ref. Sven Yrvind, multiple global ocean voyages with double digit boats self-built. Big boats have big troubles, not speaking of broken masts only, absolutely huge problem in open ocean storms. Check Sven Yrvind.

[@giork2828]

@@johnlawrence7268 I disagree with you, Sir, since I do feel even safer in my 2-feet chair boat mindlessly watching KZbin all day and being "nice" to my favorite Tube stars 😉

[@kylebehiels3963]

I was wondering how the unstayed mast would hold up in those conditions. Makes sense since the stress is applied so low the more you reef. Very capable vessel, loving the series!

[@CC-kt2hm]

Beautiful boat

[@PRINCESSDREAMYLYN]

i just love your little sail it reminds me of a bats wing or a dragon lol, in a good way. well done, it's so good to see wave rover out on the ocean. thanks for sharing :) ♥much love♥ happy sailing

[@RoversAdventure]

Thank you very much!

[@wellsgb1957]

Great video,she’s looking good 👍🏻👍🏻

[@whitecap308]

Always glad to see a new video. It's a great pleasure. Hats off to you. Happy to hear the boat meets your expectations. That tractor which launched Kevin was a first for me to.

[@MrArray1967]

Probably I'll never build a Wave Rover 650, but I do understand your feelings for 'Wave Rover II', which is awesome 👍🏻 (your boat that is!). I'm no sailor. 🇨🇦🇩🇰

[@mugsypea]

Looking great Alan! You are in prime fishing grounds, do you keep a trolling line out for catching fish? That will save on provisions and provide some tasty meals.

[@RoversAdventure]

I didn't sadly.

[@troyboyd3100]

How about a white fabric cover for your gas cans? Do you find that you need to vent them often? Would there be much loss due to evaporation on a crossing? Is there a strap on your engine tank, or will gravity keep it secure in it's basket? How do you find your yacht in terms of stability, compared to your previous boat? Thanks for taking us along with you!

[@RoversAdventure]

Canvas covers are now installed over the gas containers

[@allanmontile8210]

Congratulations Allan. All the best and fair winds.

[@georgewashington7444]

Incredible Alan! She looks awesome with the tanbark sail! I fly for a living and keep an eye out for you when I’m in that area. Hopefully I can get a pic! If you have a minute! I am 50% way through building a Leydon Paradox micro cruiser (7 months in) with all parts cut-dry fit and ready to be glued. It’s my first boat build and it’s within the mm! My problem is….I seem to have lost the drive and it’s scaring me! Have you had that happen? 2nd Question! For a solo sailor how does the Tiki you built compare to WR650 as far as difficulty in building/seaworthiness Even though I stalled out a bit I’d like to build a Tiki 26 or a WR650 for my circumnavigation attempt in 8 years! You don’t know what inspiration you have given us!

[@RoversAdventure]

Not uncommon to run into a slow down. I find by keeping a routine, which requires discipline, will get you to the finish line. Tiki vs WR 650. I could do an entire video on this and I think I will. In short, the 650 will be a little faster to build. More comfortable to live on and I believe far safer. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@seanmorris]

You mention that you'd hove to previous to this. How does that work with the junk rig, is it a relatively simple precedure like reefing with the Junk rig? Junk rigs have always been something of an interest of mine but I cant recall anyone covering this.

[@paulcarlsen4088]

Do you ever get sea sick? Fair winds captain!

[@RoversAdventure]

I'm one of the fortunate ones who doesn't get sea sick

[@robkunzig5795]

Oh to be you in that (never sea sick) respect! Yes Fortunate!!! Loveing your footage and learning along with you -

[@harrycash8713]

Nice boat is your boat self-righting? Also your junk rig is very interesting I'd love to see it closer

[@Garryck-1]

All monohull sailing boats with a weighted keel (or two, in the case of WR II) are self-righting. That's one of the primary design considerations. (And is also one of the many things that makes them better than catamarans, in my never-humble opinion!)

[@jerryhansen5116]

Great stuff , I still think that you need some bags for those halyards and main sheet.

[@steeveblain3759]

Love the design she looks amazing, I get you on the roomy part as im refitting a Contessa 26 for Indonesia voyage. not a big boat.

[@josephinebennington7247]

How do you go safely to the bow without having a walkway, and without opening a hole in the foredeck? I appraise Junk rig can be adjusted from the cockpit.

[@user-sq5bw2fc4n]

I too wonder about this. If there is problem at the mast, or he has to reset the anchor during a heavy gale, he won't be able to go forward. A more substantial toe kick board and a forward emergency hatch would go along way in making it safer.

[@Garryck-1]

Do you see the white webbing strap (called a jackline) that goes along the centre of the deck, forward to the mast? He clips his safety harness to that, via a very short tether. He can then make his way forward in complete safety. The jackline and short tether makes it impossible to go over the side.

[@1KemosabeLarry]

Looks like some of those good, steady shots were from those stern seats. Or not?? Looking good!

[@m1kalD]

That's a good observation.... So true

[@n176ldesperanza7]

Am really enjoying your channel. I like how conservative you are in your sailing. Being alone, do you ever clip yourself to the boat? Do you trail a line? What is your man overboard prevention plan?

[@BernardFraser-um4hs]

Hey Allen looks like you’re having a great start! May I ask with Wave Rover 2 is there a need for wearing a harness? It seamed you never went on deck without one in Wave Rover. Be safe and know you are in my thoughts and prayers! God speed!

[@RoversAdventure]

I've been wearing one the very odd time I go forward. Thanks for keeping me in your prayers.

[@jesbates8611]

Some nice sailing footage. If I can say it seems you are being quite conservative with reefing. I imagine the boat itself can be able to sail and cope with 30knots of wind. Is it to to with what the windvane can handle? , if so is there a way to change the balance of the rig so that the windvane has less to do? I know with any self steering the rule is first to balance the sails so the self steering, be it windvane or tiller pilot, has less work to do. Can you move the sail forward relative to the mast to change the balance? In a Bermudan rig you can balance foresail against mainsail by reefing or letting one sail luff bit. I'm just interested to know more, especially with the junk rig, about achieving sail/boat balance. Thanks

[@RoversAdventure]

I'm still making adjustments

[@jesbates8611]

Sure, it's early days. You mention the space down below and it does look like a great living space/passage making space, especially compared to my Corribee 21 which is more like a 2 man tent camping experience! @@RoversAdventure

[@MrEmiosk]

It is a new design that has never been truly tested on the waters. A new unfamiliar sail rig. All alone on the first true wet voyage. I think it warrants being cautious and conservative to learn how it handles and the weather limits before the storms hits.

[@MrA1582000]

Surprised that fully reefed at 20knts gusting to 25.

[@Garryck-1]

Yes.. the sail can be moved fore and aft relative to the mast. I don't know if Alan has the line to do that rigged, as yet.

[@TimErickson-oc6sd]

Have you had to dodge many ice bergs this trip? I hear that August is a rough month for ice bergs in Canada. So do you hang out with Bob and Doug Mckenzie much???

[@RoversAdventure]

🤣

[@javierperezfernandez3353]

hallo sir, your work is incredibel, and i dont understand too much but, do you thing that this actually boat is better than you contesa 26 in strong wind and big waves? thanks

[@brevardfencecompany]

I bought a HR mistress 32 with a broken mast and this seems very appealing compared to the alternative of extensive rig and purchasing of new or fabricated mast. And it looks very simplistic. May I ask how one calculates this rig?

[@RoversAdventure]

Check out a book called: Practical Junk Rig. It has all the calculations and more

[@brevardfencecompany]

@@RoversAdventure I will purchase that thank you and I love your videos they are very educational and inspiring

[@franciskohler3377]

Looks like you keep the outboard engine stowed on the stern. Seems with this method with the drive train pulled up that there is a lot of strain on the attachment to the stern frame. Could this be mitigated by a support rod or cable near the propeeller to the upper deck? Francis

[@RoversAdventure]

I'll mount it on the rail when I go offshore

[@jamescall9674]

Might I suggest you experiment with lowering the camera angle. This will give a better perspective as to how high the seas are.

[@RoversAdventure]

Will try

[@jayknight850]

Curious how well the boat balances running downwind. I have a cat ketch and with just the main it becomes a “wild mouse” ride.

[@fredbalster3100]

How is the no cockpit working out for you? 🙂

[@fredflintstone1428]

Are you using Starlink for internet? Is that how we are following your journey? Safe travels.

[@RoversAdventure]

I can film at sea but wait for internet ashore to upload. The videos you are seeing were filmed a few weeks earlier.

[@fredflintstone1428]

Thanks Alan....so spoiler alert, you made it safely to the USA. Phew! That's a weight of my mind. @@RoversAdventure

[@craigparse1439]

Captain, I wanted to ask how you feel about the bilge keels on Wave Rover. Do you thing it affects your performance, or is it exactly like you had planned? Great job sailing the open ocean!

[@RoversAdventure]

I'm still learning but so far so good.

[@MyOldSled]

Since you’re out there, with lots of time to kill, you should use the opportunity to share your knowledge. Lots of people with different levels of experience. Why not explain things like “hove to” etc. Teach us more about single handing.Your presentation is very good and you have tons of experience. I’d love to learn more while i watch. Just a thought. Great videos, thanks for sharing your journey,

[@RoversAdventure]

Great comment. I will endeavor to explain more. Thank you my friend.

[@wolfee101]

is there a way to lock the hatch when your on deck?

[@RoversAdventure]

If conditions warrent I can bungy it shut like I did for the hurricane.

[@wolfee101]

cargo strap across would be quick and easy like your dinghy on the contessa@@RoversAdventure

[@RoversAdventure]

@@wolfee101 very true

[@hdlim8753]

prefer to see you construct the boat than sailing the boat. anyway happy sailing.

[@PineappleAdrift]

Were you a chief in the Navy?

[@RoversAdventure]

I was a young lieutenant. Why do you ask?

[@PineappleAdrift]

@@RoversAdventure just curious. Saw your hat.

[@Garryck-1]

This is an algorithm booster! ⛵

[@TheAmblerOdysseys]

What book are you reading on this leg?

[@RoversAdventure]

Lol. This time I'm writing a book!

[@curtiscagle6261]

Allan, I got to ask this question. Is that black bucket out on deck, your toilet ?

[@RoversAdventure]

No! That's my anchor rode and I can deploy it quickly from the stern.

[@MistiMoan]

You made this, cool does it have a wet head or just like a porta john

[@RoversAdventure]

Just a bucket

[@tomstack659]

How far out are your videos to real time? Where are you now?

[@andyjohnson6270]

Did you just go look at the Coney Island Yellow Submarine?

[@RoversAdventure]

I can see it from where I am anchored

[@oldjack3023]

The waverover 650 ??

[@maeilive]

I'm worried about you hurting yourself on the sharp edges on the bulkhead

[@user-pt3xk9tk4i]

I presume there is a good reason for not including a hard/soft dodger to find some cover from the wind/spray……it just seems like it would’ve been useful….. but admittedly, I know nothing about sailing….

[@johnbolongo9978]

Forgot something ...............CRACK ON!!!!!!

[@flounder2283]

You must have an iron stomach.

[@jejewa2763]

BTW don't you work...are you retired ?

[@RoversAdventure]

I'm taking a couple of years off.

[@chapter4travels]

Why do solo Sailors refer to themselves as "We" and not I? Is this a tradition where the boat is considered part of the crew?

[@Garryck-1]

All boats are people. They have their own personalities, too!

[@thatguy2408]

You mention wind speed but never your SOG.

[@RoversAdventure]

Oftentimes, I say something like we are making 4kts. That would be SOG

[@thatguy2408]

@@RoversAdventure must have missed that part. My bad. Fair winds, captain.