S3#28 Portofino 52 New Build and PASSIONATE Reunion after 113 days!

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Join Barefoot Doctors Sailing FOR VERY RECENT UPDATE as we skip to our meet up again after 113 days apart and finally hold each other close after such a long time.... We are in Dubai to see the up to date progress of the build of our new Portofino 52, the shallow draft, beachable, aluminium catamaran that we are having built to our specs in Dubai! Very exciting stuff where we see our boat (partially built) for the very first time...
We also walk through the Portofino 47 that is 6 months ahead of our build so we can get a very idea of the space that we will get and how our boat will FEEL like in 6 months time!
Watch to end though because we have a very difficult decision to make on a very personal level that we need all your advice on - so please help us out to allow us to make the right decision in this important matter...
The first Patreon sailing event is in the week of 17th Sept in Gocek, Turkey so those lucky to be patrons on our channel can join us for this great week of sailing the Turquoise Coast of Turkey with us on our Leopard 45!!! Join up if you want to have those opportunities...
Our Patreon option starts from only $3 per week, and will allow our supporters to enjoy live updates, join us for sailing events in Gocek, Turkey (Sept 2023), Aegean Greece, May 2024. Then in Dubai Jan 2025 (aboard the new Portofino 52) join us for the launching party and test sails!!! We are also offering boat build tours with sailing off Dubai to share the progress of the P52 build and provide whatever sailing or life discussions that YOU want us to provide during all of these events..... It is a very exciting prospect and we have been requested repeatedly to give advice, take folk sailing, teach sailing techniques etc etc.... So here it is!!!
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[@SailingNahoa]

Your relationship is inspiring.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks very much guys for your kind words! You are the ones doing it tough though with the big crossings and the two young kids - you are inspirational to all young hopeful sailors who are also considering having family on the way.... We just had to survive 3 months and 3 weeks without each other. Hope your crossing and wintering is progressing well and enjoy the break.

[@saltlightdix4704]

I went from long hair to shaved, best decision. No maintenance :) Boat is looking great!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks short haired Salty! That is my point but on the other side, I want to keep the beautiful woman hot for me....

[@latitudeash]

The cat is lovely, so fair. They have progressed very quickly.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Yes, even in its awful stage, it is looking good! Thanks for your comment!

[@nicolasmonastirsky]

I love the interaction between you guys, you’re awesome!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks very much Nicolas! Very kind of you and hope you enjoy the videos!

[@ChrisHarding-lk3jj]

I really like that they are installing compressed air plumbing around the boat. They should install engine driven air compressor pumps on engines.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Good idea Chris. The compressed air will also help with scuba tank refills, I expect....

[@jamesaron1967]

Like the old saying goes, absence makes the heart grow fonder! Glad that you two are reunited after a long while. Progress on your P52 is looking great. They're really meticulous about every aspect of the construction and that's a good thing to see. Looks like Portofino has several orders being built. The company seems to be growing quickly. Awesome.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

So true, James! Thanks for your support and following!

[@nickcooper14]

The hull strength looks bullet proof💪🏼💪🏼🇦🇺

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

It certainly does! Thanks for supporting our channel Nick.

[@KirkThomson]

What an incredible build! I can totally see the value and quality that they are putting into this.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Glad to hear that the quality is clear, Kirk!

[@utahjonnymontana8698]

Love the new boat can’t wait to see it sail as far as the hair goes, let it grow until the boats done then you can ride the bow letting the wind blow through your long hair then instead of trying to untangle it, you can just cut it Sounds like a good plan.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

NIce Idea Jonny! Thanks for the comment and glad you like the P52!

[@arlisscott3455]

That's a tremendous amount of work on your new ship! So impressed! So glad you two are together again! Love is grand! All the best to the both of you!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks so much, Arlis! Thanks for your support and 20 years on, love is still grand!!!

[@paulbadenhorst7761]

Absolutely wonderful to see you two back together again !!! Your boat already looks stunning, the design, construction and technology. Lots of questions, but will wait patiently. Blah blah blah. What motors are you getting, what sails are you getting, what instruments will you be installing etc etc etc. The long hair is far more suited for a globe trotting, ocean crossing merry man. Lots of love to both of you, and looking forward to following your upcoming adventures.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks very much for your comment here and teachings on the Atlantic passage, Paul - it was an excellent adventure! I am sure we will cross paths frequently in social media but hopefully in real life too more often!

[@ianfirth-clark5975]

Great to see the build in the early stages showing the construction.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Nice to hear from you again Ian and glad you liked it!

[@vladimirsapogov1994]

Great plot. It is very rare to see the process of building a yacht step by step. Thanks to you, I found a catamaran that suits me. I understood from your videos that they can make changes to the catamaran at the request of the customer.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Glad it was helpful, Vladimir! Good luck with your progress and hope to see you out on the water with us!

[@mathewrowberry5859]

wow what a boat looks amazing looking frwd to seeing more of the build process so happy that you guys are back together as for there hair its a tuff one really because its a personal to you youve got to be happy with your own apperance so what ever you decide is cool plus if you grow your hair you could always put a cap on yead head

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks for the comment Matthew and we plan to bring lots of interesting building stuff going forwards.... For my hair, it's not that I care about what I look like, I care that Eli continues to passion for me and easy would be nice... We will see!

[@mathewrowberry5859]

well thats true a happy wife is a happy life lol @@barefootdoctorssailing8567

[@ronkeeling6885]

That's going to be one big boat. Looking forward to the progress. Hair number 2 with the clippers and its always ready to go. We enjoy your videos thanks.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks for the support Ron! Yes - very exciting!

[@stephanebosc2776]

I really love your boat, amazing

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks Stephane, glad you like it too!

[@ipc1962]

Que emocionante!!!! Va a ser un catamaran gigante. Felicidades!!!!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Glad you liked it, IPC and it's difficult to judge the size when building as the boats always look smaller in the water. Thanks for your support!

[@familydenooijer9662]

Got an error on my comment, so i try one more. Try Brylcreme for your hair, it will keep it out of your eyes, if you do epoxy it will be to hard 🤣🤣🤣, and the 52 looks awesome can't wait to see more. 😍

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks for the tip! Yes I've had epoxy hair and epoxy skin in the past and only engine grease in my hair - kinda missed the 60s Brylcreme fashion..

[@angusmcbraith]

Thanks

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Welcome Martin! Glad you liked it and thanks for commenting!!

[@mangowalter8239]

I’m so excited you are back on land John but from the smile on Elie’s face, I would say she has missed you too!! It’s so great to see you both back together. ❤ That was a long journey and promise us that you are back to stay. 😍 Thank you both so much for showing us the tour of the inner structure of your beautiful Portofino. I was blown away with the attention to detail and safety features that goes into the production of their catamarans. 8 to 10 mm thickness of the bow and panels was so impressive. Her structural lines are beyond gorgeous and I’m even more excited to see the next updates. You both made a perfect choice with this company! 👏👏👏 Now, about your hair ~ I like it short ☺️💇‍♂️😊

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Hi again Mango and yes, the attention to detail at every level is just amazing at Portofino. I will add your vote to the short column although Eli will get more weight than anyone!

[@tonyacerra2329]

Let it grow. When the wind blows, put on your captains hat.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks Tony - another vote for long!!!

[@barryholiday8998]

As someone who is follicly (sic) challenged how dare you joke about having too much hair 😆 The boat is looking incredible. So nice to see you back together and so happy. You are like teenagers.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Well Said, Barry!!! Thanks for the support!

[@rickcreel3657]

let it grow

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

:)

[@latitudeash]

You look really good with it longer. Just rim the fringe and sides. But leave it long. I think it suites you. You can colour your head blond so it’s all even.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks very much for the kind words.... And the several comments!

[@ianh2674]

Good video folks, decisions decisions John, do what you want. Take care

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks Ian! Apart from the work keeping the long hair, I really don't mind either way - but Eli's happiness is the most important as she is one that has to look at me, I don't!

[@jtlissner3062]

do what Eli says on the hair. 52 looking good, hope too catch up next time you're in Dubai

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks Jason, and yes, Eli's vote will carry the most weight! We were only there for 48 hours last time so barely had enough time to see the boat with Raffa but when we come in Oct / Nov we will organise another meetup for everyone again....

[@tinytoons2517]

Well I'm jealous and I admit that, you both have such a special bond . . .

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Nice of you to say, Tiny... We are very close, but value each so much that we ensure the needs of the other are met, never take each other for granted and every day ensure the other feels loved and valued... 20 years on and it is still like the honeymoon!

[@jakobtheinventor]

WHAT an act of love that Ellie didn't see the boat before John was with her. Men talk a lot about plus and minus point with regards to how the're handled and met by their wifes/girlfriends...seing it the other way around, Ellie, you earned at least 3 points in Johns, man-world 😅

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks for the comment Jakob and yes, Eli gains many Brownie points with that one!!!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Yay Jacob, I didn’t even know that was a thing😁❤️

[@jakobtheinventor]

@@barefootdoctorssailing8567 It is. Thinking about it, it's probably the biggest declaration of love a man can think of (Right, John?😉)

[@andrewmeikle283]

Happy wife Happy life bud. Grow the hair bud happiness will follow!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks Andrew, my approach exactly!!!

[@trentspencer7991]

Really cool looking hulls, love the design drawings. Aluminium hulls on a cat is the direction id love to go in next time (well I would have this time if it were viable at the time) haha. Will be following this build. :) what a great ship builder to work with as well.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks Trent, yes lovely design and we look forward to seeing the real thing being created...

[@chrisstephen4563]

Super excited for you guys. Awesome boat

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks Chris - it really is awesome and som many features that we have not even shared yet - like the air compressor system that will also work underwater tools!

[@MK-gr9qz]

Really amazing 🏋🏻‍♀️🤟🏋🏻‍♀️🏅

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks MK!

[@nutsandbolts432]

Use a #3 guard on top, #1.5 guard on the sides and back. Very low maintenance 😉

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Ta Mate! Very practical!

[@user-od3ri9rm2l]

Cool! Great episode! Lots of really useful information. I will be happy to see the next series of stages in the construction of aluminum catamorans. There is very little information on aluminum catamorans on KZbin.🤩😘😘😘😘

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

That's the plan and as we get more progress we will share it all with you guys! There are many aspects that we will discuss so lots of interesting info that we are getting from Raffa that we will share as the build progresses.

[@user-od3ri9rm2l]

Great! There are many prejudices about aluminum yachts and catamorans. Let's find out the truth together: all the advantages and disadvantages. I wish you good luck and a million subscrib⛵

[@dc1544]

Awesome. I see the quality and you picked right. I am not sure if you ever watch Sailing Dauntless. They installed a lightning system which works. Every location with this one installed has never been stuck by lightning. Now would be the time to talk with Portofino about adding it. Sure its not cheap but a peace of mind and 1 lightning strike would cost more than installing this.

[@Foxhaunter21]

There's no need for an additional lightning protection system. Due to the alluminium construction of the P52, there is a continuous, conductive connection to the water. Thus, the entire hull is a Faraday cage and optimally directs the lightning directly into the water.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Hi Fox Haunter, that is exactly what I thought too but when we spoke to the Garcia folk, they said that the risk was still there and I believe it's because the wires from outside (eg the mast, solar panels, lights, VHF etc) lead into the middle of the boat so the impulse is transmitted inside and the electrical damage then occurs anyway.... We are having to do some serious investigations over this next year! If you have other info please share with us.

[@Foxhaunter21]

@@barefootdoctorssailing8567 Hi John, I've done some research myself, as I'm also planning to buy a catamaran. As far as I have found, there are two options: lightning protection or lightning rods. As far as I know 'Sailing Dauntless' installed a lightning protection system similar to this one: elna*de/en/sea/ddce-lightning-protection/ (replace '*' with '.') 'Just catamarans' now also sells these systems. This is more of a stealth system to become invisible to lightning. On a fiberglass boat, a lightning strike would randomly 'eat' through the whole boat, destroying electronics and, in the worst case, causing a hull breach. But this system adds up to 7kg at the top of the mast, which is a significant physical lever. There is no definitive proof of the effectiveness of these systems. It's like Co**na: You just have to believe it. ;) With an aluminum boat, a simple lightning rod at the top of the mast seems to make the most sense to me. The mast with stays and shrouds form the basic structure of a Faraday cage, and with an aluminum shell the cage is complete. Here is a link: sail24*com/praxis/blitzschutz-on-yachts/ (replace '*' with '.') Unfortunately in German, but Google can help. Electronics can of course also be destroyed here, but the lightning does not have to 'eat' its way through the boat by force. in the end there is no such thing as 100% security in the event of a lightning strike. "In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes." ;) Greetings

[@dc1544]

@@barefootdoctorssailing8567 I believe he said that lightning hits where negative energy is. That unit removes that energy from around the whole boat. I would look into it. you are gonna be on a metal boat.

[@jillgrant1208]

Keep it long!! Lol 😂❤

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks for the vote, Jill!

[@rumblechick73]

Lovely to see you reunited! ♥♥ Your boat is going to be gorgeous, but wishing there was a magic wand to make it happen faster. The anticipation would be driving me whacko if I was the one waiting. As for the hair, maybe consider just getting a trim to keep it neatened up a bit and allow the fresh ends to become blonder as you grow it out more. I've found the problem with grey hair is that it is a bit stiffer and doesn't want to lie down as neatly. I've been all grey for about 10 years and the texture and wave make it a bit harder to get it going where I want.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks for commenting again - missed you! Yes the few years to wait on the boat is a long time but at least we are still sailing so that makes it a lot easier... Thanks for the hair advice too and we will add your vote to long (with trim). Cause my hairs been relatively short, I've not noticed the greys being any more still, but time will tell as they multiply more...

[@juergenzenner4219]

Love to see you both back together and the update is perfect thanks.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Glad you enjoyed it, Juergen! So much info to share but it takes very long videos (and lots of editing!)

[@juergenzenner4219]

@@barefootdoctorssailing8567 take your time and don’t rush. Rush mean often only low quality!

[@JourneyofaFisherman]

Looking good guys

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks for following and hope your progress with your Aluminium boat is progressing well too, Tony!

[@JourneyofaFisherman]

@@barefootdoctorssailing8567 not far away now guys, we have made some significant changes and should be not to far away from showing the world. Loving the progress of your vessel.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

@@JourneyofaFisherman Thats nice to hear and we look forward to seeing the end result as well!!!

[@Seagole]

Good on ya's... 👋⚓🛟⛵ Woohoo 🎉 Awesome new boat, soon About ur hair, um, I guess u could put on a hat?

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Haha cheers about the hair! But we are really excited how the portofino is shaping up!!

[@Seagole]

@@barefootdoctorssailing8567 Yeah if I had won Lotto I'd b buying a new ⛵ too 👍must b so awesome 😎

[@lincolnlincoln27]

ideas for your helm station "dodger" problem : check out rapido trimaran station frame and dodger for some design ideas.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks Lincoln, will do!

[@MrJerobona]

I always prefer short hair! Also much more practical, specially on a boat!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

The verdict is split, will add your vote to the short column!

[@mikebassetti4586]

Really exciting to see this boat come together. I love the thought process you put into it and the confidence to build instead of buy a more stock boat. One question I have is if you can ask about friction stir welding. Its worth a look into tgis if you haven’t heard of it. Lots of KZbin vids. I notice extensively used in the shipbuilding business as it’s lighter, weight and stronger than traditional welding. SpaceX uses it on its rockets now. Anyway, I was curious if this would come up or if you could ask the builder his thoughts on it. Really enjoy your channel and fun to see you taking life in stride and building this boat.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Hi Mike, thanks for the comment and for watching. I have not heard of friction stir welding so will check it out... Thanks!

[@billydaniel900]

👍on the hair thing (what she said)lol

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Hey Billy, great of you to add to the comment here again!!! Such an important issue so we appreciate your feedback - and I believe you are right too....

[@rdholmes2007]

Lovely to see you both so happily reunited ❤❤❤ Hair cut?? Go short! It will make a change and it will grow back anyway!! X

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

We'll add your vote to the short column! Yes we are so happy to be together again... Thanks for your support!

[@bobf4765]

Morning Eli - John... Your one hull looks great! Hard to believe no fairing, but the shape is beautiful! It will be a long wait till November to see the 2 halves together, worth it. As for your hair... Started losing mine at 20, lost most by 30, gone by 35 ( for the time line, I am 66 now). Can't help. However, if you want to talk beards... I have had a beard on & off since 1973, mostly on; had to shave in the Navy for a couple of months, then grew it back. Chin has not seen daylight since 1985. Current length - just above mid chest; longest - to belly button. "Covid beard..." 😉 Fair winds...

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Wow, congrats on the beard! All three of our sons have beards and they want me to get one too but it interferes with kissing Eli so haven't gone there except for charity raising (Movember)...

[@andymarshall2201]

John, go for a Mohegan 😂

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

You need lots of gel to hold the central bit up, Andy! Imagine to dead fish look when wet....

[@hairhurt1]

Do you remember the hairstyle of the lead singer from "Flock of Seagulls"? It is kind of a nautical-themed style and all, just kidding I like how easy short is too.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Oh my goodness yes it kinda is heading that way!!!

[@johndeveaux7670]

When is the project completion date. Can’t wait to see finished product. I’d be interested in a 60ft if they could design one with those same stunning lines.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

HI John, Launch date Dec 2024!

[@wanabesailer9599]

John, leave it and let it grow. Beach surfer dude look and obviously Ellie loves it.....wink wink.... Love that Portofino, especially being aluminium and those negative rake windows. Just a pity it is so expensive 😢

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

I think you are right on the money, wink wink... Wanna keep the flame alive! Thanks for the support!

[@gbsailing9436]

Whoo Hoo Hi guys. See you after the video! I'm SO glad you guys booked a room! So glad you had a safe trip Jon. Now let us see the boat! WOW!!! What a boat! The bible advises not to envy your fellow man....But Ihave to say, I'm super envious! Great video and footage of the boat! I can't wait to see this finished! As for the hair Jon, try a nice gel that is also fragranced, that way when the girls get close to kiss your cheek, you will smell lovely and they will be impressed as you will be irresistible. My barber gave me a great product. It's in my car so when I get out there next I'll add a post script to the name. Or give me your address in Dubai and I'll post you some. Cheers Guys!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks for letting us know Garth! yes the hotel room was a must and well worth it! The boat is looking really good, even though it is only one hull so far... We do hope and expect that it will come up as good as promised and then we will be really excited to see the performance! Our email is [e-mail] for the irresistible product....

[@gbsailing9436]

@@barefootdoctorssailing8567 Done.

[@stephenlegg6816]

At least you have hair im very jealous lol

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Yes, I am grateful for that. Stephen.

[@dc1544]

I tend to go more practical so keep it out of your eyes. I do think you look better with not short but not long so medium length that keeps the fringe out of the eyes.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Nice compromise DC! I agree with keeping it out of the eyes too!

[@brandonhawkins3266]

Let it grow…..

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Ian with you.. let it grow 🎼let it grow🎼let it grow🎼

[@dharwood2727]

John, I think there's a ponytail in your future!!!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Yessss I agree !!

[@ZeroDot42]

Grow it till the portafino is finished

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks 0.42!!!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Love it , great advice!! - Eli❤

[@ZeroDot42]

I've search long and hard for the perfect haircut that will meet Eli's longer look and out the eyes problem ..and its a Joe Dirt Mullet ,perfect answer 😜😜😜😜😁🤣🤣

[@lincolnlincoln27]

WOW! what provision being made to retract keel if power goes down with keel down?... when and where will insulation be applied? (een necessary in the tropics...) BTW: the bridge deck clearance on the 47 looks small; hope the 52 will hve more for non pounding passage making... HAIRCUT: getr a "notch" cut (rough & ready low maintenance and will look good surfer boy!!!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Hi again Lincoln, the centreboard can be brought up manually with a winch handle too, so that is covered. The insulation will be around all the hull and external aluminium parts of the boat. When - not sure but probably after the welding is finished and before the inside fitout has started... Bridgedeck heights - not sure why several folk think the 47 has low bridgedeck - it has 85cm which is reasonable and similar to most of the other performance cats. The 52 also has 85cm bridge deck height. Notch cut - great idea, might be a the way we go...

[@pred7949]

bridge deck clearance on the 47 looks a little concerning, do you have stats for yours?

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Bridgedeck on both is over 85cm - the shoulder is some way above the waterline so there is good clearance on both boats... But when they are both launched, we will see for sure.

[@jefftopper7787]

Can't give u advice on hair I don't have any. HAHAHA!!!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Haha you must have had at some stage. Anyway thanks for watching 👍

[@IamKnowbodie]

Thank you for your amazing content. The universe have you both on a wonderful path, filled with sadness and topped off with incredible joy. I was convinced on owning a Leapord 50, now I am convinced to get a Portofino, however i am stuck between the 47 and the 52 which you had a massive part in. For me the question is the flybridge, you let go of the flybridge for performance increase, which is a worthy sacrifice. Seeing the performance of the 52 succeeding your expectations, would it be considered that a 52 with a flybridge design of the 47, would still give amazing performance around 15-20 knots with a raised mainsail? It will help tremendous to make up my mind in which one to get, since I love your 52 design and I love the flybridge of the 47. And my dream is to sail the Siberian strait above Russia, will the Portofino be adequate enough or should I look at the Exploracat options? Thank you again for your content and your amazingness. You are a wonderful incarnation of Angels. Ps: not sure if you reply on old videos and comments so I am copying and pasting this in all your videos. Apologies in advance for this, and also thank you for the answer I know you will think clearly of, and will help both buyers and sellers. ❤

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Dear Somebody (and everyone is someone - not nobody!) Thank you so much for your very kind and generous compliments ad we are VERY GLAD that our content can have positive effects for you personally and everyone else that gets those benefits! As for the "reincarnation of angels" that is certainly the domain of Eli but I am happy to just be dragged along on her wing feathers! We are certainly working to make our path a beautiful one while dealing with high level issues, ironically right now as we are in the middle of legal processes to try and get some outcome from the fire damage - so you kind words are like words of support, helping us on the rocky road!!! As of the incredible joy, Eli and I always ensure we create the joy and love around us so that any negativity no matter how intense does not prevent our daily love and happiness... It is sometimes hard work to rise above it but we focus on what we have and not what we don't have and remember Eli's mother's wise words "Honey, everything's gonna be ALLLRIIIGHT!" So to your important questions - the flybridge will probably lose a knot to the speeds up to 12 knots and perhaps 2 knots from 12-20 - these are my estimates only. So really if you are still getting easy 12s - 15 knots in the right conditions and sailing almost wind speed in light winds, the 52 with a flybridge will be spectacular too. We are going to have loungers on the flybridge that have backs that can fix in sitting position as a compromise but no structure up there and we sacrificed the flybridge cause we wanted the boat to perform as well as it can with all it's other features as well. If you want to have a boat that is also bale to survive ice collisions then Portofino can easily make it to suit - slightly more aluminium supports, thicker aluminium in the bow and probably an extra ton or two by the end but that is "easily" done. I specified to them that we would not sail into iceberg areas so the heavy construction requirements were avoided. By the way, the 47 would probably be strong enough for icebergs as it is but it is much slower and there are many features that we got added to the 52 that makes it an amazing boat! So if you are serious, ask Raffaele about your specs and I'm sure it can be done!!! Yes we do watch for comments on old videos and get to answer almost every one. Fortunately KZbin has a filter that allows us to see comments that we have not responded to so this catches the comments on old videos - but feel free to drop the comments in every other video as it would probably be good for others to see and improve our KZbin ratings!!! LOL.

[@Unitedflyier]

Great to see it coming together. Do they make power cats?

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Yes they can build power cats too - contact Raffa to discuss it at Portofino as the practicality of building a powerboat is easier than a yacht as no rigging loads and build... Go for it!

[@Unitedflyier]

@@barefootdoctorssailing8567 thanks.

[@andharvey8]

I think you should just go for the Rod Stewart look.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Haha that would be tooo funny!!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Great idea - I presume it is just a big fuzzy mess and no/less maintenance?

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

I don’t think Rod would see it that way Honey!! 😂

[@Bigfish300]

John, can you ask them if there is a reason for not continuing the hull shape to the transom steps on the '47? And grow a beard if it is going to be long hair🤪

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks for the comments and nice suggestion of the beard... The waterline stops before the end of the hulls transom curve so continuing the hull to curve further up is not necessary as not its the water and presumably adds weight. They then made that stern a design feature, I believe.

[@MrJerobona]

Your P52 looks amazing! How long till splash day?

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Hi Jared, Dec next year is completion date...

[@bobfitz6358]

I live in the tropics and every six weeks or so my hair begins to annoy me. But if i cut it too short then I have problems with sunburn from the front of my forehead. One good thing is you use so little hair shampoo. Dandruff is also a thing of the past. Your hair would look ok start with a crew cut and monitor its growth to see which suits you best, its such a reliief to feel the wind in your hair and scalp. I'm 85 by the way so lucky to even have hair. Question for you both. Do you think the move being made with formation of BRICS. How will this effect Sailors like yourselves with Travel and visiting several different Countries and ports around the world. And have you given this any thought yet.?

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Hi Bob and thanks for your comments! We will see if I can be bothered with keeping the hair long- it takes so much more work! Not sure what BRICS you are referring to… The BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) have little on world sailors but was there another thing you were referring to?

[@bobfitz6358]

No not really John. I just thought it might make Travellers like yourselves, and others of course, give you extra problems, more of a challenge re entry and Immigration ect. Plus another international Currency maybe. I did not comment on your build, not sure about the whole concept of complete Aluminium construction. I will of course follow with a keen eye on flexing of hull and rigging. I am an ex Sailing instructor with the RYA. I would love to have done what you two are doing. Such an adventure for sure. As I was older, when my wife died of COPD. I did sell everything back in England But settled in Southern Leyte, Philipinnes and married a Philipino Lady. 19 years younger than me. Now I am just an armchair Sailer, And I enjoy it so much because i can relate to everything thats involved. Plus I am seeing places around the world I would never have seen otherwise. Good luck with the build. I will be listening for sounds that are a bit different to the norman Cat.When you eventually set sail. Bob.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

@@bobfitz6358 HI Bob and thanks for the feedback. Actually they are working on a visa for boats sailing in the EU as the 3 month Schengen rules are really impractical so some of the Med countries are working to get a sailing visa of some kind organised.... Thanks for you history and the Phillipines is a nice place to live - we spent several years in Bali too! Enjoy coming along with us - it should be a very interesting ride as the fire that destroyed our boat got us focussed on exactly what we wanted and no-one made those sorts of boats. I do not consider myself to be outrageous or unusual but with the Australian experience of lifting keels, shallow draft and beaching the boat, it is such an amazing improvement in quality of sailing life that we decided the nest boat boat needed that (+ a few extras!) So enjoy the ride and we welcome any advice and comments please as we are all learning all the time....

[@mtrezaie]

May i ask why having both keel and lifting keel. Also why it is not more popular to use lifting keel rather than daggerboard which can break and kinda unsafe where lifting keel in case of impact just lifts!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks for the Comment MT! The Portofino 47 has the fixed aluminium keels as the owner was not concerned about performance and wanted an "easy" boat. Our Portofino 52 has centreboards that rotate up and there are no "fixed keels" - like you say daggerboards that just slide up and down run the risk of breaking if you hit something. I think we may be saying the same thing. As to your question why is it not more popular to have lifting centreboards / keels - I DON"T KNOW! It should be - the advantages are so great - getting into shallow anchorages, reduced risk of collision damage, avoidance of storms, better nights sleep cause you can get out of the nasty swell etc. I think because lifting keels / centreboards are so rare, the general sailing population has not had the experience of them to know how amazing they are... When we changed from our shallow draft beachable 42 foot cat to the 1.5m draft Leopard 50, it felt like our wings were cut - suddenly we realised that the "general sailing population" were missing out HUGELY!!!

[@mtrezaie]

@@barefootdoctorssailing8567 We had a lifting keel 30 years old sailing boat built in Finland. We used to hit something, but the keel was just lifting and there was never any damage. The idea is very sound, and I really like your choice; you have changed my mind. Shallow draft and beachable boat is a very important feature. Even in Sweden where we do not have tides, still I have beached our current small trimaran, and it is making life so easy. I wish you happy times in your new boat.

[@perjespersen3806]

Let the hair grow out till it's all long enugh to ponytail. Just were a cap till it grows out. Once its ling, it is easier t maintain than short hair..

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Seems like the long votes are gaining a lead in this race - it may be that I do exactly as you say....

[@ZeroDot42]

Dreadlocks i say😂😂😂

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

I heard head lice love dreadlocks????

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Nice !!!!

[@ZeroDot42]

@@barefootdoctorssailing8567 🤢

[@geofferyrobertson6608]

Yacht is coming along nicely , leave your hair long ... people pay a lot for that ha , ha

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks Geoffrey! Nice to have you along with us...

[@warrenpowell6570]

Trust me, enjoy your hair while you still have it 😂

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks Warren! Yes complaining about grey hair only gets the people with less hair to say - "Count your blessings!" So yes, I'm enjoying having Eli like the length!!!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Goood point!!!! 👍

[@deerfootnz]

How heavy is the 52?

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

16.5 tonnes completed and the performance data was calculated at 18.5 tonnes. See the performance data in previous episode which is very good at this weight... kzbin.info/www/bejne/poTLm2qZqqyamZI

[@deerfootnz]

@@barefootdoctorssailing8567 forgive my jaded approach - 200,000 miles of cruising and deliveries...but I just don't see how a boat that heavy performs to those numbers. 18.5 tonnes is pretty heavy - it's the same weight as my 60 ft mono with full fuel and water on board. It's substantially heavier than comparable cats, though I am very suspicious regarding the advertised displacement of most of those. Possibly your builder/designer is using real displacement as opposed to pure fantasy which many builders are prone to. It's interesting that in the real world very few cats exceed our performance on a passage. I am not anti-multihull and like many performance multis, I just think they are harder to sail fast than is generally acknowledged as its much more risky to push it....I certainly am much more conservative when delivering someone else's cat, especially beam reaching......

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

@@deerfootnz Yes beam reaching is both the most uncomfortable and risky angle for cats so we always try to head up to about 70* or down to about 110* for comfort if possible. The reality is that above 12 knots the ride through the water starts to become rough and noisy so in the interests of a "nice" trip fast cats (except the longer ones) will slow down to the pleasant speeds. A 60 foot mono will have hull speed of almost 11 knots so you are not far under that 12 knot speed and for us with the 42 foot cat, we found the monos in a rally we did across Indonesia burnt a lot more fuel cause they went too slow in light winds. But yes, mono will often get across the long crossing not that far behind. We really want to be able to sail at 10 -14 knots easily and have no interest of doing 18-20 as that is too exciting and we are past that stage of our our lives - we want it easy, comfortable and reasonably fast... We all will be very interested to see the actual speeds the boat does when it is launched at Xmas next year!

[@deerfootnz]

@@barefootdoctorssailing8567 so for a comparison I sailed from Hobart to Fiji in July, about 2550 logged miles in 12 days 15 hours. The last five days were in 10 knot average true wind. I motored for the first four hours out of Hobart and for another four hours total on the trip. I have no code zero or other light wind sails, or even an overlapping Genoa, just a high clewed non overlapping jib. A code zero would have made a big difference.

[@winkwink2u]

Let hair grow long'ish, swish it back behind the ears, trim the bangs if need be, or you can grow it for the Wynn-swoop! So young'ish to have a Wynn-swoop with a toss of the head. Tattered blonde hair on men is attractive, handsome. If you can stand it. You're an adventurous man, so the enhanced 'hair don't care' look is a good one & a beautiful woman at your side makes you look your best.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Great advice Wink Wink! I certainly agree that the beautiful girl on the arm can make any man look so much better, so I am on a winner any way I do it! I think the "hair don't care" sounds the best though...

[@craigbourbonevans]

grow it down your back

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

And then I’ll look like Paul Badenhorst and be a “real” sailor!

[@thomasabraham7695]

Leave it long.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

I agree, I am going to try to encourage him for a bit longer ! 😂

[@bill2292]

Regarding hair, how long have you been married John? Answer is simple, do what your wife says!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks Bill for that very apt advice!!!

[@glynmatthews2156]

Get your hair cut man!

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

I hear you, Glyn and don't disagree but there's also lots of votes for the long wild man look too!

[@limericcntelosnet]

Get a hair cut, or become a pirate.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Interesting - only two choices!!!

[@davidlevitz3119]

YOUR HAIR ? WHO CARES !

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

It only light hearted, frivolous nonsense... I am accused of being too serious usually.

[@lauriekennedy7984]

you have the donald trump look head shave be brave

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Haha… that would be enough to do it!!!

[@user-pu1if9yq8t]

this will be a heavy boat. Polars predicted not looking good.

[@barefootdoctorssailing8567]

Thanks for the comment but the built boat will be 8 tonnes of aluminium and then finished will weigh 16.5 tonnes. The polars were calculated at 18 tonnes to allow for water and fuel and personal stuff. So it is all on track according to the plans and we will see when launched what speeds we do... The hull shape and no keels will also help a lot - but the truth will come out in Jan 2025 so WE WILL SEE!