SAILING SCOTLAND 2024 | Pt1 Heading North And My Worst Passage So Far 🤮 | Sailing Madness Ep38

[@westcountry_sailing]

Well done, good to see a bit of real passage making!

[@eff901]

Well done Guys. Thoroughly enjoyed your video!

[@SailingYachtSaltyLass]

The Irish Sea.... don't cha just luv it??? 😄Enjoy your Scottish season 👍

[@sailingmadness]

Thanks Ladies. Not sure if you've seen the latest episodes, but the boat is now staying in Scotland for the winter. Having the boat so far away (a 6hr drive) is going to take some getting used to, but I'm hoping the winter sailing up there will more than compensate for that. Hope all is well on Salty Lass? ❤️⛵️👍

[@justinsheil1081]

Fab vid as always David. Many thanks for sharing.

[@sailingmadness]

Thank you Justin. Glad you enjoyed it. 👍

[@marcderveeuw]

Hey Dave, I've noticed that you've added two additional winches at the back since you bought your boat. That's an excellent idea for solo sailing! I've done the same on my Bavaria 36, and it really makes tacking much easier without having to leave the wheel and jump in front of it. Something else that has improved my solo sailing experience is using flipper handles (foldable winch handles) on the back winches. Additionally, I switched to a smaller helm from Carbonautica, with a diameter of 70 centimeters rather than the standard heavy stainless steel 90 centimeters. This change allows me to move forward in the cockpit from behind the helm without having to jump on the benches or lockers, making solo sailing safer, especially in tougher weather. Cheers!

[@sailingmadness]

Hi Marc Yes the extra winches have been a game changer since I fitted them. As you say so much more convenient when sailing solo. I have seen those flipper handles but they seem to have had mixed reviews and are quite expensive. But now you've mentioned it I'll give them another look. Love the idea of a smaller helm, I'll defiantly look into that - are they a standard fit or do I need a 'Bavaria' fitting? 👍

[@jcfgh]

Fantastic! Lovely to see the A team back together! Well done chaps

[@denischick2519]

Another great adventure and only just begun. Looking forward to Part Deux! Good to see you in Chiswick and good to see that the RM is still in the blood! Safe sailing!

[@sailingmadness]

Thanks Denis, good to see you too. Hope you enjoyed RM70, it was good to catch up?

[@JohnKelly-q4i]

Great vid lads very well done

[@sailingmadness]

Thank you 👍

[@DavidChristiansenUK]

Bit late but welcome to Rhu. You missed summer, it was last Sunday

[@sailingmadness]

Thank you David. 👍

[@robreibel3491]

That was funny. I was sitting on my couch giggling. It was like you were watching me. Love your journey

[@sailingmadness]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@tonys1636]

You're in exalted company with the seasickness, Nelson was for the first day or two after a spell in port or ashore when not in the Mediterranean.

[@FrankTurnbull]

Great video, looking to do the same myself.

[@sailingmadness]

Go for it! ⛵️

[@jackgoresailing]

Not wanting to sound an arm chair expert, but having a hankerchief of main out witj the traveller pulled all the way to windward would likely have made the motion far nicer on the approach to the isle of man - just a suggestion! Good video as always Dave 👍

[@sailingmadness]

Thanks for the tip Jack, I'll try that next time. 👍

[@sailingsheriff3349]

Love the episode. A great watch which amused me tremendously. You and I need to confer before we buy any kit, you got fed up with the GoPro as did I, and I’m on my 3rd Buoy catcher. The pole is fantastic but to hook connect is a waste of space, I am going to fit my own. Looking forward to the next episode. I can’t find the episode where you changed camera and if you’re happy with it. If you can share that info I’d be grateful.

[@sailingmadness]

Hi there, thanks for your comments, yes the GoPro Hero 12 has been ditched. I still use the Hero 11 as a second camera as that has always been very reliable. The Ace Pro has been a fab replacement. Here is a link to the video, I hope its useful... kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJjcmpKuibOhldUsi=hWXEL3JScce85X4C

[@sailingsheriff3349]

@@sailingmadness most useful now ordered the new camera and look forward to trying it out. Plus looking forward to your continuing sails in Scotland I will mention you in my video as recommending the camera you may get a heavier discount of other products. Cheers

[@markclifton14]

Are you planning any trips to the Med in the future. Good channel keep up the good work.

[@sailingmadness]

Maybe one day 🤞

[@christopher-2000]

awesome video

[@martinbirdiebrain1912]

Dave, ask at Conwy about the transeurope marinas membership, Conwy is on the list as one, At Penarth I get free membership to transeurope and it gives me up to 5 nights at each of their marinas for 50% off,

[@sailingmadness]

Thanks Martin, will do. 👍

[@sallyjane8392]

We are still in Scotland, made it to Stornoway and there’s still no summer, heading to the algarve over the next few weeks if Robin needs a lift back 😝

[@sailingmadness]

You've done well to get that far north this year! I'll let Robin know. 🤣 Have a safe trip south and enjoy the sunshine.

[@tonyhalsall3170]

Oh my God… wrapped up like Eskimo’s, full safety apparel and it looks really cold. Move your boat to Greece lol

[@maesy6730]

summer 😂