Were We Overly Optimistic About This Weather? - Sailing Uma [Step 240]

[@timeslip8246]

The two of you are becoming some of the best Ocean photographers and videographers I have ever witnessed

[@stanleygodlewski5489]

I'll second that!

[@kerbouchaud1]

Aside from the beautiful views and fantastic editing, I love the way the two of you work together as partners. You communicate and make a plan and set up all your lines before every anchor and docking which is so much nicer than the confusion and chaos often seen. Also I just can't get over how the two of you keep everything so neat, orderly and clean. Wonderful video as always!

[@jorisnooij7822]

I guess there's a lot of couples looking at the vid's thinking 'oooh that's how its done' communication

[@SuperPancake06]

This is part of the reason I enjoy watching Dan and Kika. They communicate so effectively and are always patient and gentle with each other... at least what they show us. :D Came to say that docking job was awesome, that was a tricky spot. Keep up the great work!

[@Erin-Thor]

Absolutely! You have to admit, they married well. I’m sure they may edit out any unkind words... but this looks almost like the perfect pairing! They both seem to treat each other with respect, and kudos to you both for being troopers! Cold morning, my ex-wife would have been bitc... I mean nagging, unhappy, complaining before the day even started. Totally pointless as it doesn’t help you prepare for the days challenges. You two have a gift! Respect to you both! Keep up the good work!

[@williebabb3199]

Yes everything does look neat , how do you do this ? Pic up always and never say get it later ?

[@JYYB]

Yes communication is key!!! Love this comment

[@LesliehowardsteinerBlogspot]

The two of you are individual powerful cyclones (low pressure and incredibly centered) who came together serendipitously to form the perfect storm-a Cat 5 hurricane. Only difference is that you leave beauty in your wake. May you always have fair winds and following seas.

[@raybame5816]

Almost nothing makes a boat driver happier than a perfect docking of an 12 meter boat in a 16 meter hole with boats fore and aft after a full day in tiring, heavy handling seas. Great job. You deserved a beer for that.

[@ronaldwilliams9606]

I must say that my friends and I has labeled you guys the best sailing show on the internet, you actual show the sailing on the boat and offshore adventures. Fair winds and following seas Ron

[@larsriise1396]

Welcome to Bergen, my home town. Good to see you fully dressed up , there are no bad weather, just bad clothing, going to Bergen you understand . A very good step as usual. You get in even more quality , film, editing. Really good work. Thank you, yes i am dreaming of a sailboat, watching your videos from the perfect Uma. A Norwegian word for you, skjærgård . Fair winds and cheers

[@kevincrowder8195]

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[@tomegan7117]

A phonetic sound to skjærgård is "shar" as in car/tar followed very closely by " gard" just lengthen the a like you would with the word< ball > and you will be pretty close... it is the descriptive noun for a place with many small rocks/islets.

[@akjhome]

What I like about your channel most is that you show the most sailing. Thank you.

[@TimLewisAlamo]

You two are living life as it was meant to be lived!

[@m2pozad]

Three cheers for, trapped on small boat during a pandemic, hip-hip-hooray...

[@mircat28]

Only meant to be lived if you're a boater.

[@zuke1624]

I don't know why, but at 6:04 it's so endearing to hear you call out to her "Yes, my dear!"

[@jaquespierre6460]

I just love how the director and film crew manage to stay out of shot in this production. Well done.

[@SailingUma]

No actually they are both in there. 😉

[@tomharrell1954]

@@SailingUma ha ha ha ha ha lol

[@hanskristianl]

Its great to see you experiencing the same as myself when I sailed the whole Norwegian coastline this summer. Remember to experience Stokkøya when you pass Trondelag. If you need free docking for a while I do have docking space in Trondheimsfjorden I`m not currently using.

[@KeithCarmichaelInFL]

The quality and finish of your videos has come so far since the early episodes. Thank you so much for sharing your adventures!

[@chipkyle5428]

That WAS a good job docking, Captain. You deserve a pat on the back. Docking is hard in strange places, settling tons of float into tiny spaces. A nervous time, even for old salts. So satisfying when you get it right - in front of God and everybody! Cheers to you two.

[@1988texasaggie]

Thought of this when K was on the bow pulling in the anchor. Have you ever considered 'testing' your ability to swim in all of that gear? I seem to recall you doing a 'man overboard' test in the Caribbean to practice coming about to 'rescue', but staying afloat in Caribbean clothing and staying afloat in Norway clothing are two different beasts. Those 4 layers may mean needing to wear the PFD more when out on the deck.

[@DirtbikeXpeditions]

Hypothermia would be more of a concern rather than buoyancy....those clothes would actually trap air for the short term and actually make it easier to float. Once saturated, they become pretty much neutrally buoyant. So as long as the clothes don’t restrict movement too much, it shouldn’t be a problem. With that said, wearing a PFD is always the best option

[@ThePetejb]

Please use your kill cord, they are there for a reason. Nice docking job 😁

[@25emann]

Yeah, sea boots of old could be kicked off....

[@busog97641]

Great question, point.

[@zzzxxzzz3248]

Doomed without a survival suit ! Boots would fill with water easy when pants are tucked in , even in the rain not to mention submerged in water .

[@duncan.5228]

You are both a lesson to all couples on how to live, work and love each other. Pure feelgood video's every time. That really was an excellent docking Kika. I think Dan wanted to reward you off camera 🧡😉

[@rickswinemar9675]

I remember this. I was there in July. Same weather. I loved Norway. You have to be rugged to enjoy that place but the reward is great. It reminded me of how insignificant I am in this large natural world.

[@RandomButtonPusher]

You're right to be proud of that docking job -- sailing is the easy part!

[@SpiritedHumaneering]

Dang Kika! That docking had me feeling fly, and I wasn't even there, LOL. I get some serious travel-by-sailboat jitters from you 2 adventurous, intellects!

[@williamcook1973]

When towing your dinghy even in light rain, consider removing the motor. It will save you a ton of work, time and money. As the boat starts collecting water with the motor still attached, the stern will get heavier making it easy for the to be overturned be a rough wave.

[@roykarlsvik3148]

Ahhh... they obviously know about that already, don't you think? Sometimes shitty weather just will hit you and you got a good load of other stuff to think about other than your damn dinghy.... and motor... and stern... and easy, waves and stern!

[@pcVal3832]

I thought that was the plan after Dori/Dory??

[@johnbergquist8510]

Captain Kika good looking and great at her job,love your attitude,Keep smiling !! !!!!

[@lpabildgaard]

Bergen is "Rain City of the north", in Bergen young people have their first dry dreams in their teens.

[@tomsumpter5911]

Wtf

[@srcastic8764]

🤣🤣

[@crystalboychuk7224]

😂😂

[@larskronqvist9170]

239/365 days it rains. And a lot: 2,2 Meters!

[@danf3607]

I can safely say that I have absolutely no desire to sail in higher latitudes!

[@stellarpod]

Wonderful segment, highlighting how well you two work together. And, Kika, you GREASED that docking! Impressive camera work, as usual. As always, thanks so much for sharing. Steve

Thanks for explaining your upfront thinking of the upcoming maneuvers. It makes the video so much more informative for other sailors.

[@beverlyschiffler9649]

I am really impressed by both of you. Working as equal partners, making decisions together and supporting each other with lots of love and sprinkles of good natured humor. I love your boat and have watched older vlogs. Never in a hurry to make decisions about alterations until well thought through and with your personal needs/likes foremost. In other words I think you are super smart and good sailors who crafted a beautiful sailboat. Thanks for sharing your sailing life.

[@bobbythompson6009]

I am 81year old sailor. I lived and worked in Bergen for 5 weeks in 1962. Like all cities things change over time. I really got to enjoy the rain. I was there in September thru part of October. I had 2 weeks of Sun. I should have known something was up, when I saw everyone sitting on the park benches facing the Sun. :) I got so use to the rain, I didn't mind the water flowing off my nose. There seem to be a coffee/ pastry shop on each corner, and I took full advantage of them. To me it was a music city. I enjoyed the 2 guys who played violin and piano at supper time in my Hotel Norge. There were band concerts in the park and there was the symphony. After all it's the birth place of Edvard Grieg. I will stop I have to many stories to tell. I hope you enjoy your stay. The people were a joy. Oh and the girls. :) I will continue to enjoy your videos very much.

[@tyh6243]

You two always brighten my day. Thank you for investing so much care and attention to your videos, and helping us follow your journey. And send a little of that rain to fire-ravaged Colorado. We’ll take anything we can get.

[@dianeeichenberg4579]

Prayers from Houston, TX to Colorado! 🙏🏻. Heard about the evacuations this morning. Stay safe.

[@billstoys8324]

Such a novel idea, sailing on a sailing channel!! That's why I love watching you two!! And Kika what a great job docking!!! Well Done!!! Keep up the great work, wonderful sailing, scenery, editing, production, and being one of the best sailing duos on KZbin.

[@tuur]

Welcome to Bergen! our home town. Btw it's supposed to rain here.😉 And as the story goes, the american tourist asked the little boy "Does it rain every day here in Bergen? The boy says; I don't know, I'm only 7 years old" 😂

[@badcat4707]

Lol ;-)

[@gavanwhatever8196]

My daughter and I were lucky enough to spend a couple of weeks in Bergen and I don't recall it raining once...

[@gavanwhatever8196]

@Gus Erland Maybe I just didn't care... I'm Australian, rain would be a bonus!

[@kustakuties9847]

True, they are a team.

[@Koala63211]

Great job of docking Kika. I bet that impressed the audience.

[@TheYrrinotherapy]

That was amazing teamwork. That tacking job got me excited maybe too much =)

[@itsthatguy478]

Greetings from Arizona, USA love Love LOVE your videos ! I live on a mountain surrounded by desert, no lakes and all the rivers are dry. I dream for the life you live, and one day - who knows I may pass you in my own boat ,somewhere out there in the deep blue. Keep living the dream , good fortune and happy sailing !

[@StormChase]

Your channel gave us so much confidence! We did it and are leaving Brooklyn as soon as the clouds clear! Happy sailing! I hope we see you!

[@davidc6510]

Enjoying the sailing season in Norway! Thanks for sharing. Cheers!

[@sailorgirl2017]

Love watching you two and your adventures. Sweet docking! I'll be working on docking our 53' this year and to be honest it makes me a little nervous. Have to overcome the fear though! lol... The coast and weather remind me so much of BC. Safe travels!

[@sulasailor]

Time to learn the noble art of springing.

[@yveslandry6985]

Once again, thank you very much for this wonderful video. Your photography skills and editing make it so pleasant to watch. It is a real treat. We love you both.

[@_JustinCider_]

I had the fortunate experience of being in Bergen for a week a few years ago. Lovely place and it only rained twice while I was there - once for 4 days and then for 3 days.

[@jonbudington1341]

I'm having a crumby pandemic afternoon, and this video made me smile and remember sailing days on the coast of Maine. Thanks for sharing this adventure with all of us.

[@teedub1990]

That reminded me of the best parallel parking job in a really tight spot. I'm really impressed even if don't really know how awesome it was.

[@cyclomaniac9086]

Wow... guys. Spectacular cinematography ...and I picked up on the smooth docking long before you mentioned it. Sweet!

[@Bill23799]

I like how your winches have folding integrated crank handles. No way you will lose that handle over the side.

[@SailingUma]

Yep its fall proof that's for sure 😉

[@Bill23799]

@@SailingUma I have been watching Cat Cruisers and Mono-Hull ( Half a Sailboat ) channels for a few years now. While I do enjoy watching the ease of sailing in the big Cats it seems to me when they are sailing they are missing something. When I watch you sail and i see the ship heeled over and you can hear the slap of the sea on the hull that seems like real sailing to me. Now maybe if Nikki and Jason would get SV Curiosity up on one hull sailing in a rough sea I would feel the same about a Big Cat. Thanks for the videos.

[@RiverWoods111]

@@Bill23799 Monohull is what we call real sailing, but there is also something to be said for comfort of a Cat. It really depends on what you are looking for in your journey. If you are out for a sail then Monohull wins every time, but if your sailboat is your home, then many people get tired of being heeled over is uncomfortable. Also the Niki's and Jason's of the world don't sail to sail, they sail to get someplace. They didn't start out on dinghy sailboats and work their way up to a big boat. They wanted to cross oceans and their RV wouldn't and couldn't do that, so they bought a cat which is a floating RV/home often referred to as a sailing Condo. I am personally torn between do I want the comfort of a cat or do I want the sailing of a monohull heeling over and the feel of the wind which you can't get on a CAT. I started my sailing journey sailing little Laser dinghies, and I fell in love with the sailing. I look as the Islands as an excuse to go sailing not a destination as much. So tough decision! Do you sail? Have you ever sailed a dinghy? or small sailboat? I always recommend people start there!

[@suburban404]

@@RiverWoods111 I started out with a book about sailing and an abandoned turnabout. When I could go out and get home I was hooked.

[@sailorgirl2017]

@@RiverWoods111 We live aboard a 53' Spencer Ketch...wouldn't have it any other way. All the comforts of home. Depends on the space you need or want, really.

[@gardenrailroading]

Beautiful country! It reminds me of the Great North-West and British Columbia.

[@DirkvanZyst]

Awesome job with the docking, that was so well executed. As for the rain, I used to love the rain while on the water. Sitting in the cockpit with a drink, all huddled up watching the rain flatten the surface. I enjoyed this episode very much.

[@formhubfar]

14:15.., was wondering if you could get one of those magnetic aquarium glass cleaners with a very soft fabric glued onto each face to periodically clear the screen?.., or maybe apply a clear car wax to the outside so the water runs straight off?

[@salpairadice]

Very professional docking.

[@miltongrace8621]

You guys work so well together, it is as if you were both made for each other. I am learning a lot from you guys about sailing and boat life. I am so inspired by you both. Another wonderful and amazing video. Saving now to buy my own sailboat.

[@naughtynauticals]

I love how you explain the docking manouvers

[@nighttrucker7909]

I said it before and i will say it again true sailors. great docking your the best ever keep it up. My nordic sailors

[@nickbenfell4327]

Been a while since i watched some of your videos. Great to see UMA now has lifelines and importantly a vang. Enjoy Norway.

[@garychristison5773]

When I first crewed on a sailboat, I was impressed by how the skipper could predict when we would get hit by a gust. And then when I got my own boat, it's three, two, one, here it is. I think of it like someone sneaking up on you. The first time you get smacked up side the head. The next time your senses are hightened and you look for it. More of an inland water skill. Open water sailors didn't have deal with that as much. Enjoyed watching as always.

[@robertc.fisher3214]

What a beautiful day's sail, the rain added atmosphere.

[@harrisonandrew]

It was lovely to watch your journey with all the wind and rain whilst reclined on a comfy couch in a cosy warm room. Lol. The tables are usually turned the other way where you guys are in the tropics with a blue sky and golden sand whilst we freeze. Seriously though, that was a great video and I’m looking forward to seeing you explore Bergen.

[@trishalyons7587]

I finally caught up. I’ve been binge watching for two weeks now. I came across one of your Steps like maybe 220. It looks so interesting that I start binge watching. I really don’t know anything about sailing, but I always loved sail boats and I even collect them, I also collect white houses figurines, and I love the water. I really enjoy watching your accomplishments, and seeing places that I probably will never get to see. I’ve been to The Caribbean, I’ve been to the Bahamas four times. I really love the Bahamas but I’ve also been to Jamaica, Cayman Islands, and Puerto Rico, oh and Key West.It was really nice to see those places again.Thank you so much.😊

[@mariemosier3885]

Kika I love your correct sailor language rounded up full round up is exciting sailing stuff

[@leroyac1636]

LOL - 20:30 "Are you waiting for me to say something specific?" -- Kika quote of the day.

[@BaronSamedi1959]

Maybe Kika was hoping that Dan was waiting for her to say something specific?

[@DougVarble]

I think we all know what Kika was thinking 🤔

[@rondo365]

You two are a fantastic team. Wonderful to watch.

[@livetroy]

The tall ship Stratsraad Lehmkuhl at 21:25 has spent a lot of time on the east coast of the US. Have seen here enter Baltimore’s Inner Harbor and have boarded her.

[@andrew097]

You have done an amazing job with the boat, I have seen so many videos of other renovations but you really have been so clever in practical matters but made it look so good too.

[@lydial5695]

Well done on the docking! Very impressive.

[@whitneylake2107]

I love your spirit of adventure. Safe journeys.

[@paulsmith8212]

Wonderful! Thank You.... You show it’s not all fun and games . Sometimes real work and smart thinking can really make a day . Stay safe!

[@RagtopDazed]

When you have consecutive cloudy days and are at anchor, how critical do the batteries get? Love the channel, enjoy the way you’ve thought outside the box with your adventures and love watching the progression of your vessel and talents.

[@SailingUma]

We don't let them get "critical". We know how much power we use in a day and plan accordingly. The cool part about Norway, is there are marinas every 5-10 miles with free power. We're never far from a top up.

[@robertcarkeek8391]

The real life action you filmed brought me into the cockpit like sailing up here in the Pacific NW where the topography and weather this time of year is so much like what it looks like you are experiencing. Thanks so much for life and liveliness you share.

[@prometheus186]

Dan and Kika, Another lovely video, as always. Kudos on the flawless production quality. I have some landlubber questions about docking/mooring: - How do you know which specific docking/mooring positions you are allowed to use? - I know from previous videos that some (marinas) have varying costs per day, but what about the "public" dock (like now in Bergen)? Is there a cost there, or being "public", is it free? If free, what prevents folks from tying up indefinitely? - Do you ever/often find no room to dock/moor? I assume yes, occasionally, and thus you need to look elsewhere? Thanks in advance for your insights! Oh, P.S - I have not seen any YT content from you on how you are dealing with the current pandemic. How has it impacted your ability to move as you would like? How does it impact you day to day as well as long term logistical strategies? Thanks and best regards, P

[@douglasmaxwell6547]

Love your videos. I'd be really interested to learn more about how you're managing your power consumption and production up in the northern latitudes. Especially if solar is your main energy generation source.

[@essendossev362]

I love that Kika has discovered layers. You have become a true northerner.

[@hviking1970]

Love all your videos, these past few have been amazing. Born in Haugesund years ago and haven't been back in 20+ years, so its amazing to watch you guys sailing in my home area. More amazing is recollecting some of the scenery you were sailing by. Thanks for allowing us to join you in your journey through life. Stay safe.

[@sean3551-k4t]

Hey guys, been watching for a while now..I don't know the cinematography lingo enough to get specific with my compliment but I just want to say the video quality is really great and seems to be constantly improving. Whatever you're doing or studying to get better, keep it up!

[@lawrencea274]

From one sailor to another. A good docking job in perfect conditions after a good sail makes the day perfect and complete. Well done docking, you definitely deserve the man beer, lol😉. But personally I love being the deck hand. Nice video

[@khadijagwen]

I last sailed in 2004 and there was no roller furling and mail sail bag. I love the way you two work together. I get so sick of the race issues back here in Portland, Oregon. Bless you. My boat was a Macgregor 26x

[@bensouthwell1339]

You will freeze your naughty bits off if you stay in Norway any where near the winter.. My advice is point your boat south and dont stop till you get to Lanzarote. Good luck.

[@stephenburnage7687]

The only time to be in Norway is June and July!

[@Bauchfalte]

It allways is a good idea to tie the sternline(s) using a bowlin knot so long, that the knot is situated above the water and not on land. So it is much more easy to open the knot especially if you have to leave in emergency during nigth.

[@missVmilne]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful sail. From start to finish it's an insightful, joyful video. Well done Team. Hello from London, England : - )

[@ЛюбомирКръстев-о5р]

Bergen actually is the second biggest city in Norway :) I love to see you guys there. I have been living in Bergen for 3 years.

[@TheSpektralOne]

Your filmography is outstanding as usual, I look forward to your videos each week!

[@gilbertstuff]

Outstanding video! Nice coverage of sail handling! Bravo!

[@koborkutya7338]

Great vid, lots of sailing shown! :) Just struck me I see no PFD or tether attached... I may be overcautious but those are cold waters, can't keep swimming long.

[@wretchedfibs4306]

Awesome misty mountains. Now you got your Viking patches.

[@rodiona8781]

Excellent job! I love watching your videos. I hope you make your windshield hydrophobic with a ceramic coating or atleast RainX

[@peddfast]

When I started watching you (when you were in the Florida) I never in a million years would guess you would come to Bergen in my home country. Beautiful city, fjords, mountains, people. Good luck in the winter, it remains cold and windy, but you'll do fine, it never really get's that cold on the west coast of Norway because of the gulf stream.

[@mabsalom1]

Gorgeous video. And an awesome series, my favorite by far.

[@Demtriusmillner]

Hahaha “Real Beer, not that fruity sh*t”. LMFAO. You guys are teaching me a lot. I can’t wait to get out on the water. Continue doing what y’all are doing. It’s beautiful.

[@judycook1918]

What a wonderful time you are having. I wish I were there but alas, my sailing days are over I fear so I will watch and enjoy your travel with you.

[@victoriamoore1294]

Second time I have watched this, great job guys! Can't re-like so will comment, I love rewatching the sails with a bit of weather and great sailing. Stay safe... 1-25-21 CO USA💞

[@brianpeveto9473]

The quality of this video is amazing.

[@tewkesburyupdate893]

Thanks again, you two, you just keep getting better and better. Best of all, you still get along! Safe sailing...

[@ricknicholson5894]

I might have missed it, but here in God's country of coastal BC, stern tying means a loop around whatever, when you leave you untie the one end and pull the line into the boat without leaving the cockpit. Some will use sacrificial line around a tree so as to not kill the tree with constant chafing. Into and deeper than just the bark. The sacrificial line is a loop and the stern ty line is threaded through the loop and back to the boat. But us lazy Mariners always loop to avoid a dinghy ride.

[@peterbosch8547]

I've really been enjoying your adventures. I became aware of you when I saw an article on your electric motor and followed you until you were in Holland. I then binge watched you from Step 1 until now. If I may I would like to make 2 observations. In the earlier blogs I heard the steering chain slap on the steering pillar. I didn't hear it again until this episode. I recommend that you tension the steering cables because slack the chain may slip over the sprocket. I have experienced this. I also noticed that from time to time you pull the genoa sheet while its in the winch slot. This causes more friction thus making extra work for you.

[@WSallai]

This was a good episode to showcase your communication and manoeuvring skills (leaving fjord and docking). You work well as a team and it is good that both of you know how to trim sails. It is wonderful to see a couple enjoying each other’s company and operate as one. Regarding your dingy filling with rain and wave splash, it may be a good idea to have a rain fly installed to shed the water off of it while towing it or while at anchor/moored. Just a couple of snaps should do it.

[@josephbrown9665]

Don’t know how but they have a screen saver for the cable company here in Louisiana and they use a couple different pictures from your channel. I get a good laugh every time I walk in the room and it’s up there on my television.

[@derekjanzen9745]

Your videography is getting better and better guys! I love that shot at 6:27 when you pan up.

[@Mumumuth]

23:40 As an avid drinker of Estrella, I would not qualify it as an example of "real beer"! :) But it's funny that you found a Catalan beer in Norway!

[@lancedaniels]

Thanks for posting and sharing. I don’t remember seeing you guys sailing in those conditions any time too recently. Maybe not since your Atlantic crossing?

[@jerrymiller276]

I know I'm a bit odd, but I love camping, or just being outdoors in the rain if it isn't too cold. Nice video. I'm hoping you'll have some nice weather and maybe get the silks out. Please. I love to watch you soaring.

[@lyfandeth]

We did some early spring surveying work aboard a 110' ship, so layering just meant your jeans and a winter parka. Plus, anyone on an outboard platform had to wear a life vest. The question was, parka or vest first? The answer was that it didn't matter, with water at 34F (1C) your diaphragm muscles freeze and you suffocate, not drown, before the ship can stop. But you wear the PFD as a courtesy to the SAR crews, so they can locate your body and get home by dinnertime.

[@cpt.mirones5109]

at 14:27 check in the Manual wich side the Engine should not be Tilted to on Gone with the Wrynn they got Lucky having it tilted to the right sight when the Boat was siting on land for a Year maybe thats where the issue with your engine earlier came from.

[@SailingUma]

That's only an issue with 4 strokes. You can run 2 strokes upside-down since the oil is in the gas.

[@Mmmyess]

One thing I REALLY appreciate about your videos is the sound quality, especially when you're both in the cockpit talking. What mic do you use for those outdoorsy situations? Great to see you sailing!

[@natrockett5513]

I think it would be interesting to learn the history of Uma from the initial launch up to the point that you bought her. Old photos and anecdotes from previous owners etc could make an interesting video, if you can track it down.

[@donzie13]

YOU GO GIRL! You two did a GREAT job!!! Enjoy!!;

[@GreenWenonah]

Love your videos; content, editing and personalities are all great. I really enjoy watching you guys, it's almost like a visit from a favorite niece and her uncle approved beau. An effective way to manage dingy bilges is to mount a small check valve next to the drain bung and plumb it to the bow with two meters of extra hose coiled up. After a rainy night or during a wet passage, pull the dingy close and hook a small hand pump to the hose. If you expect to need a lot of pumping put on more hose and lash it to the towline for convenience. The check valve will drastically reduce the strokes needed to prime the pump. Wishing you fair winds and following seas.

[@brucemillar3015]

Really competent crew.