She was TERRIFIED. Our First SOLO Trimaran Sail

[@jeffreycrockett6847]

Sierra thanks for being honest about your feelings and how you are working through them. Billy by not dismissing her fears and helping her to gain confidence in her sailing abilities shows your Love for her. Keep up the adventures and enjoying Life!

[@65MK]

Excellent reaction by you Young lady. Always practice safety first, and know what you need to do in all circumstances. Loved the video.

[@FBurck]

I think Billy should offer up a sailing lesson in every video, he is a good teacher.

[@todddunn945]

The solution to going overboard is don't. On a boat like that harnesses, jack lines and tethers should be mandatory, particularly if you are sailing short handed. At 20 knots you can be a long way away from a MOB before you can turn and head back and it would be easy to lose sight of them if it is at all choppy. 30 seconds at 20 knots is almost a quarter mile.

[@jacklondon8385]

I remember that Crowhurst dragged a long rope behind the boat so if he fell off he could grab it. NUTS! tie the rope to you. I sail single handed a lot and falling overboard is not an option. Think of it as a 300ft drop onto rocks, because in many ways it is.

[@pikehk]

You guys have the absolute best content. With the most likable characters. Keep up the good work. Even if I do miss Neverland. : )

[@gregboon]

I own a Corsair Sprint 750. When we first got it 13 years ago my wife was also terrified on our first few solo sails. Now she knows it is a very stable safe boat with a capable skipper at the helm. Just remember in gusts you turn downwind (unless you are heading upwind already). If you keep the mainsheet in your lap so that you can easily blow it, then you can relax and build confidence. Corsairs are fantastic boats. We go sailing when other sailors sit at the dock when the wind is too strong for them and when the wind is too light for them. There is no shame in winching the mainsail up, it's a really long boltrope. They are FAST! You can always slow them down to 8 knots with reefing and or rolling up jib. They can tack fine with only mainsail up. If he falls overboard, don't worry about the sails, just turn the boat around. go in front and then blow both the sheets. The boat will drift downwind to him. Practice turning the boat in a 360 degree circle without tacking the jib, it will do it. As long as you don't have a spinnaker up it's a very stable boat. You will get to where it feels slow if you are going under 10 knots. Enjoy!

[@Sun-Soul]

This was a great video as always! Sierra was wise to quickly realize she didn't feel safe and why. And Billy you were so great to teach her calmly and with love how to become empowered as a sailor. What a great teacher you are! You are both really great examples of a good partnership, not to mention just all around good humans and waterman! I admire you both greatly! Our planet is in good hands with honorable humans like the two of you!🌎 Thank you for sharing your experiences with us! ❤️

[@spikeafrican8797]

The Corsair is relly interesting. Glad youre bring us along for the trial! Thanks.

[@laurieswezey2867]

Sierra’s I’m so proud of you for learning man overboard! Billy Your a fantastic teacher 😀

[@thomaswilson4830]

Good video especially as I am considering buying a Corsair880. Hope you don’t mind some safety advice: Consider wearing a life jacket, as a pro sailor and instructor I wear mine all the time (Crew saver ergofit with hammer). Also look at other forms of MOB recovery like those taught in the UK by the RYA. A gybe will not always be a good solution if the wind is strong and one mistake with that main sheet and you can be in serious trouble. Keep posting as I want to see how you get on with this great boat!

[@DWilliams-ce8nb]

Man overboard drills. Smartest thing a person can do on a sailboat. Kudos to you for doing that!

[@markisLem]

Don’t know if anyone else mentioned it but work on not turning your back to the bow when coming about or jibing. It’s a bad habit I had and always work on. Work on passing the tiller from one hand to the other behind your back.

[@towhitby1]

Hey Billy - you can easily control the line on that 5:1 purchase - in some situations are better off leaving the mainsheet unclutched so you can dump the main in a gust. It can be difficult to unclutch the sheet with a lot of load on it and under pressure. I found this out for myself while sailing a Dragonfly 28 Tri on an Austrian lake - couldn't dump the main quickly enough and submerged the float

[@Richnoonan1]

There is literally NOTHING you two cant do...you are so fun to watch because you "just do it." Whatever challenge you face, you overcome it...awesome video as usual. Thank you.

[@scable-eq7bp]

Well we are now the proud owners of a brand new Corsair 880 Sport, the dealership is delivering it to our condo in Key Largo Tuesday, even though we are very experienced sailors the dealership well be staying with us for a few days to do a few shake down cruises to get use to the boat.

[@Tulasendlesssummer]

Saweeet! When do you get it??

[@scable-eq7bp]

@@Tulasendlesssummer Tuesday

[@scable-eq7bp]

@@Tulasendlesssummer Really want to thank you two, you guys saved us endless hours of searching for another boat, your review of this boat sold us....

[@jimramsey3279]

Relaxing sail. No drama. Low key. No frills. Great for the heart and soul. Just routine awesome.

[@cmoakes18]

Such a cool boat, so awesome to see Billy's excitement sailing it.

[@lancedaniels]

Thanks for posting and sharing. I am glad for Sierra that Billy is able to help her become more security in her sailing abilities w/the Corsair.

[@jonalvord7006]

Nice video that brings back many memories having bought our F31R from The Multihull Source 20 years ago (say hello to Bob, Jane and IRA for me). We spent many years trailer-sailing out of Wareham, racing around Buzzards Bay and the islands with the kids and dogs. Hadleys is a nice stop! I would practice your MOB without a second person to help, he won't be there if he is in the water. Also use the engine! You had mild conditions for BB, summer sailing usually has a nice 20-25kt breeze and big waves. Someone else mentioned sailing Lake Michigan and the upper straights area. I would also recommend that and Traverse City area. Fresh water sailing in 70-72 degrees is a dream.

[@LoanwordEggcorn]

It's wise and best practices to be able to sail back to a crew overboard, but if it really happened, yes, drop the sails and motor back to them.

[@andyvan5692]

great video, I have a MONO-hull duncanson 29" and have simmilar main sheet rig, a couple of tips, ONE: with that "always clutch" rule, you can ALWAYS hold with your hand and "de-clutch" by tapping the heel of your shoe on the sheet nearest the clutch, good quick way of 'dumping' the load on this sail fast!! TWO: good gybing rules are to centre the main first, then gybe the HEADSAIL next, then loosten the main to your desired point of sail, it (MAIN) takes care of itself; BUT you MUST centre it!!- a "crash" gybe is what old salts call an uncontrolled flick across the deck for the main boom, & it shock loads sheets, bangs up fittings, etc. also this provides a great risk of lobbing someone over the head and possibly over the side!!

[@goinsomewhere5700]

"You gotta come off the wind a little bit love". So sweet! Love your adventures. Thanks for sharing it with us and educating us on the love of sailing.

[@6gorks]

So many great comments on safety. Good job Billy, Sierra & Jetty. It's easy to get caught up in all the excitement and forget about the safety aspect. I remember Jetty getting lost & then found under a tree on an island. The water was a lot warmer, no chance of frostbite. You can be careful & safe and I think that ultimately is more fun.

[@tomwilliams8675]

Don't feel bad Sierra, you're in a strange boat that is much more open to the elements so feels even faster, you'll get use to it especially when you get back into warmer weather. You don't have to keep the boat!

[@frankd2301]

So, so, so important that the co-captain knows as much as the other co-captain. 👍🏼

[@RottenOldFish]

looks like a fun weekend boat!

[@emilybh6255]

Did we miss the completion of the man overboard drill? We never saw either of you slow the boat down, bring it up into the wind and pick up the balloons. ("Clutch" the sheets is a new one for me. It always used to be "cleat' or "jamb cleat" the sheets. ) Sierra could learn a lot just by learning how to shoot for moorings (and slowing down to a stop once you reach them) then adjusting the sheets so you can sail away afterwards. You can practice with lobster pots buoys or anything floating on the water. You'll gain a LOT of confidence once you know how to slow down and stop the boat where you want her to stop and then get her moving again in the direction you want.

[@LoanwordEggcorn]

Yes, those are cam cleats on the sheets, not rope clutches. Having two people on the boat and only one person comfortable sailing it is unsafe. First thing I would do on a new boat is (have all crew) practice basic maneuvers like tacks and jibes until it was second nature, not go cruising. Practicing mooring is a great idea for learning how to control the power, points of sail, etc.

[@cwareham1]

Hanging out in my namesake town :). Also bought a car in Wareham years ago... Great show guys, keep it up.

[@shannonlowe2412]

Sierra I know exactly how you were feeling about the possibility of Billy falling overboard. My better half and I bought a sailboat in Toronto Ontario this summer and decided to sail it to Midland Ontario. We've sailed before so I thought nothing of sailing to our home port, it was our longest sail ever. Sailing across Lake Ontario and up the Welland Canal were easy but when we got on Lake Erie I was terrified. The waves were huge with no real rhythm to them and all I could think of was if Glenn fell off while the sails were up I wouldn't be able to turn around and get him. At one point I told him if he fell off I was just going to jump in and join him, he asked if I could send out a may day first lol. Love the man over board training and I've told Glenn that we are doing the same as soon as the boat is back in the water next spring. Wishing you guys smooth sailing adventures in your new ride.

[@messix7768]

thank you for showing the importance of critical drills.

[@adrianvanveen9912]

That's how professionals do it, have fun and learn one step at a time. Meanwhile living the dream. Thank you both for insight into the 880, and sailing content.

[@hondbanjer]

You are a nice couple, acknowledging Siera’s fear and act accordingly was really good to see. May I suggest one thing? The mainsail shape is determined by the tension on the sheet and the downhaul(cunningham). By loosening the mainsheet in a gybe the mainsail shape is more “open” and it makes the gybe more violent. Try to ride the traveller while gybing with the mainsheet and downhaul tight, slowly open the main to the wind. That way its more under control. It works on my Tornado Sport catamaran. Good luck!

[@SVImpavidus]

Practice, Practice, Practice. Have to say that is a very quick boat and as a weekend or short holiday boat it is impressive. A few shaped solar panels on the sponsons would be good. Sail Safe Guys, Ant, Cid & the pooch crew.

[@jpthedelawarebeeman6239]

Smash the like button everyone - Glad to see you guys back on the water !

[@cardudeman6104]

Oh man that boat is so fast. I’ve always wanted a Corsair to use as a day/weekend sailor because they seem to be fairly easy to set up and break down, but they are so expensive IMO. I’ve settled for a little Windrider 17 for now, but still want a bigger Corsair. Look forward to more videos!

[@BobEstler]

Don't know if it will work with your boat configuration but when I learned Man overboard drills I would lock the tiller between my knees, thus freeing up both hands to handle lines.

[@MrHelpmeoprah]

I sure hope nothing bad happens to these two. I love them and I wish them the best

[@stephengilmour187]

Hi Guys When gybing a multihull keep the mainsheet on and use the traveller up and down to power up the sail. Easing the mainsheet opens the top and powers up the sail. No vang on a tri so boom is not controlled. Hope this helps all about safety.

[@thunderstruck5484]

Great fun video thanks, I can just imagine the Redcoats encampment on those shores back in the old days (if they were there) also the best part of cold weather is all the cool gear you get to try out staying warm! Thanks again!

[@davidholmes5982]

I love this boat. Amazed at your sudden switch from being all stoked on the motor launch and fishing to back to sailing, although my first guess would be that wasn't really where your fan base was at, but there could have been other factors.

[@jonrau5988]

Had to laugh, "could I have just one bite"?

[@joe24baby]

Sierra, look at your wake at 20:12. Straight as an arrow. YOU'VE got this thing figured out!!!!

[@MrMacman71]

At the start of the video, you mentioned you were going to the Vineyard, I immediately thought of Woods Hole and the current and tricky navigation through there. Remember, there is all kinds of traffic going through there and a lot of it is large and has to navigate a fine line. That is a tricky place to get through with 2 engines and lots of horsepower . I am happy you chose not to try and get through it. Sierra, I am not sure working up to the speed is the best way. Once you get the boat on the edge, it is far more important to keep your sheets available to dump power should you stab the leeward hull into a wave. Once you dump the wind off the sails, if the boat is rigged correctly, it should round up to head to wind. Keep in mind, that once the boat is up to speed in wind, it will seem chaotic, but it actually quite controllable as long as you keep the sheets adjusted properly. You can also dump wind off the top of the sail by opening the leech at the top, thus reducing heeling. Bob is great sailor and can explain it to you guys if my explanation isnt clear.

[@grantrichardson5164]

Billy the intrepid sailor. Sierra the learning starts anew. Keep smiling and take in every sensation both positive and negative. Your confidence will grow every time you take to the water. Loved the camera on the bow pontoons . The lower deck window is cool. Happy for you two.

[@jackfntwist]

It's great to see you guys back out on the water again! You look so happy. Just need a little turquoise water and back to normal. Billy, you're a really excellent teacher. I noticed with your dad's kite boarding, too.

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

There was a guy here in South Florida that jumped overboard as a joke and by the time the boat was turned around they lost track of where he was in the water and never found him. So many people wear lifejackets that are dark blue or other dark colors that are hard to see in the water and so few boat owners spend enough time on safety and man overboard drills.

[@brucewalker8700]

Love Hadley Hbr. Wife and daughter swam in May and yes it was c-c-cold. We understand Jetty’s pain!

[@alphasxsignal]

Im glad Billy is strong to lift Jetty back up fast....... This is great practice for man over board and to know how to sail by yourself.

[@ddoehl88]

FINALLY!! Caught up on every video with you guys and like the rest of the channels once I catch up I subscribe. Keep up everything you guys do!

[@gregwelch389]

Billy smiles like Ralphie from A Christmas Story when he talks about the Corsair.

[@GreatOutDoorWorldofMines]

The slow zooming during pouring was the best part

[@Over60sowhat]

Could you guys all wear a tether? I could sleep better at night, if so. Wonderful video! I love your problem solving as a couple! You two make two heads work better than one!! ❤

[@jimbourgoin9831]

The Sarasota Sailing Squadron on the West coast of Florida will be hosting the Sarasota Bay Multihull Regatta March 5, 6, & 7th. I would be thrilled for the company of the next generation of Corsair boats to be included!

[@carleenh4946]

We haven't gone yet but we know those who have and they always have a blast ...maybe after Covid we can come back to cruise/race in the States.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

veggie burgers and bacon!! YES!! lol

[@richardhobbs9038]

How to make a veggie burger legitimate ! ! !

[@ptompkins1976]

Can't wait for your summer adventures to come back and you head back south.

[@RobertdeVries-trimaran-sailing]

glad to see you practice MOB and wearing PFD (and DFD after dog fell OB) .....keep it up....(keeping the boat slow enough to pick up a swimmer is another challenge (being left alone solo o/b) even in 5-10 knot winds, practice it. real person, not balloons. other boat near by to supervise/help good luck! (you can hot shower afterwards!!:-)

[@LoanwordEggcorn]

Depends on the waters. In many places hypothermia is a serious danger, even if you are able to get the person out of the water quickly. And actually getting a person out of the water is often extremely hard in real life, even with every trick known. And it gets much harder with hypothermia.

[@jaymugenpower]

Gibing is tough! I made the same mistake as Sierra for a long time. I like the idea someone suggested of you guys making some sailing instructional videos!

[@andyvan5692]

one other way of gybing safely is, as you have a mainsheet travellor, you can position the bottom blocks under the sail, tighten the main, gybe, then use the travellor controls to gybe the main, then release the sheet for final positioning, and as the main is under tension the whole time, and you are "letting go" the travelor rope from the high side, the whole manuver is done slowly and safely.

[@tharonrodriguez]

So glad you guys rescued Jetty quickly! Our dogs have only fallen in once or twice, it's scarry every time!

[@williamcmartin4]

You guy have to take the boat to Charlevoix Michigan from there you can sell the Great Lakes check out Chicago see some of the beautiful Clear Water Islands in the small Lake towns that are Full Of History

[@Rev1Kev]

I usually launch my boat in Lake Charlevoix and thru round lake into Lake Michigan, hope to do a northern Lake Michigan lighthouse tour next summer, Grays Reef, white shoal, etc.

[@SailingSweetRuca]

Going to need an ice boat this time of year! We agree though, sailing on the Great Lakes is awesome!!!

[@srqlisa7881]

My first thought was 'don't worry Sierra Jetty will save Billy. No really I don't blame you one bit. It is very good to see you back where you belong. peace and enjoy.

[@johnswimcat]

I wasn't expecting to watch this, it just came up next. However it really reminded me of what it feels like to be on board a sailing boat. Good stuff about gybing for man, excuse me, person overboard and trimarans are fast... I've been following the Jules Verne 2020. Nice video, liked, subscribed and some ads endured

[@ashtonstevens1359]

Loved visiting Vermont. Absolutely beautiful state! Make sure to grab some syrup. Enjoy the content, keep it up.

[@6800891]

Nothing like a newlywed couple exploring the world together on a sailboat!!

[@Mike-ys7rh]

Great video-educational for we land-lubbers too....

[@pearceburge9478]

Lovin the cool new toy! I'm anxious to see the take down and setup process with just the 2 of you.

[@bobjones8864]

I love your boat, just perfect for a couple willing to live with very limited stuff.

[@unclebob6728]

Nice sails and dials, Billy! North sails used to have a sticker with lay line angles on it for calling lay lines. GO TULA!

[@wlrottge]

Pretty much 90 degrees on F-boats, easy to call

[@danceswithcarsdc]

This is one of your pull around boats, still waiting for live aboard to be done, iirc. Jetty's swim was scary, nervous there too. No rails like monohull, kid screening/proofing... See if neighbors complain about generator noise in the water, like RVs at campgrounds v. Tents... Fast, but heavy wind and big wave testing, tbd...

[@briankillian5248]

Excellent... practicing MOB drills is EEEEEEEEEEEEESENTIAL!

[@goatfarmer4149]

Thanks for this I’ve been comparing dragonfly and Corsair

[@timsoellenboehmer790]

Dragonfly always win.

[@zachstine3468]

Want to save a few bucks? You can burn Methanol alcohol, aka Methyl Hydrate, in that stove. It's a quarter of the price of that boat stove fuel and many hardware stores carry it including some HomeDepots. Love the show, and the Trimaran! happy holidays

[@gc1914]

Yes this is the time too get it right, so if you need to, well you know the drill 😳 its seams crazy how much you can learn just by good practice!, I love this about boating.I have a football on my boat and all the other right stuff, but I can hit you with the foot ball, and keep you afloat, I allways want to know "who else knows" because it just might be me that needs the help 😊 Sierra's right follow your instinct. . Thanks 👍👍😊

[@riverakers]

The adventures keep getting better.Excellent job on training for mob and jibbing!

[@thebobcote]

Absolutely my favorite anchorage! Glad to see you guys up here in NE.

[@williamrankin8440]

Haven’t watched in a while. It was different seeing the both of you in cool weather gear. Have a blast!

[@robertlaird6746]

You could take that 880 to the Caribbean or anywhere you wanted to go. It would be a small world cruiser but I think doable.

[@MegaTriumph1]

Emergency rescue I can see why Sierra is so concerned. Drop the main sail start the outboard. Bring a Jetski my favorite. etc etc so its a can't miss plan.

[@TheAtma50]

Good Job Guys, Stay Safe & Fair winds from Ireland !!

[@tollertollertoller]

The new boat is a thrill. I'm a land-locked sailor and the trimaran could be perfect. How about an International Moth next?

[@jackiebrister7252]

Great little sailboat, do you think this boat would be safe for a quick trip across to Bimini on a good day?

[@yaktides2327]

Just gave you thumbs up as I paased next to you guys on highway. Had to look you up. Hoping you had a channel. Haha Sweet set up. Safe travels .

[@cathgreenwald]

Had to laugh to see someone else struggling with that stupid wheel on the stove! We gave up on using it with the Kenyons that came with our Corsair, we now just reach underneath and shift the lever over, easy-peasy. Love the videos, keep them coming!

[@DeadBunny69]

Holy shit you're in my backyard. Been watching you peeps for couple years now and I could have thrown Jetty a ball to where you were standing. Small world.

[@JoseRivera-lt2cc]

Always great teamwork. It's a pleasure to watch.

[@paulpetraitis2130]

Wife and I use to run the classic fantail MV/Canim for a gentleman and when we were in his home state he would let us base the yacht in Hull,MA. Ifyou get a chance go cruise around there and the islands off Boston(Boston islands state park) really gourgous area of Boston suburbs!

[@bdphourde]

Everyone needs to develop and practice their own plan for MOBs. Here are some factors to consider. Sailing shorthanded you must have something large and bright enough and lit to see at a distance, to throw overboard (at the helm) as soon as possible. It will be difficult to control the boat while also keeping an eye on the victim. If sailing upwind (reach/close reach/beat), it might be better to turn the short way around to the direct downwind and sail diverging from the prior boat track to get some displacement from the victim so when you get even with him/her on the downwind, you can gybe perpendicular to the original track and converge on the victim just on the downwind side of them. If sailing downwind (broad reach/run), after you throw the floats out, extend your downwind a little so you can gain the turning room you'll need to turn up into the wind and tack out to a displacement point that allows you to gybe back to the original boat track. Now you have to plan to turn in shorter so that you head towards the victim still downwind of them, and repeat the same retrieval maneuver heading up into the wind for them. Plan for your beam reach MOBs accordingly. As you approach, head up into the wind as close as possible to the victim so the boat slows into the wind as you arrive at the victim. On this trimaran, I would straddle the victim putting them between the main hull and the starboard ama. (The engine sticks down on the port side.) There is more there for the victim to grab and they are closer to you to grab. If they are uninjured, plan for a knotted rope to toss off the stern for them to grab (or the boat hook) and pull themselves back in close to the boarding ladder on the transom. Remember that if the skipper is untethered and goes running out to the OUTER side of the ama to grab the victim alongside and s/he falls in, you can both watch the boat sail away! [Drawing diagrams for each point of sail MOB would be an advantage to understanding and visualizing it all.] Also practice (after throwing the MOB floats) furling both sails and starting the engine to see if that is faster. If that is to be your method, I recommend turning back towards them prior to doing that or the victim will be well out of sight by the time you get the sails furled and the engine started and turned around. If you have trouble getting the sails furled or the engine started, you may have just lost your victim! Might I recommend having a way of tethering Jetty also. If she jumps in to be with the victim you have just doubled your rescue effort and increased the chance of losing one of them. I would also recommend practicing these maneuvers in bad weather and at night when MOBs will more likely occur! Plan your practicing thoroughly if you want your rescues to actually work!

[@jefferyholland]

If that old coffee pot could talk.

[@keithcopeland8245]

I was thinking that. Cant imagine where all that things been...

[@billberry557]

This was a very enjoyable video (not that they ever have bad one's but you get my point). Liked the music matched perfect and enjoyed the great sailing lesson two thumbs up. Bun's yea we get it.

[@mgb2002uk]

On my Corsair 28R I attach the boom to a float when at anchor.. it really opens up the cockpit.

[@Tulasendlesssummer]

That’s a great idea! If it’s super windy does it affect your position off the hook much?

[@mgb2002uk]

@@Tulasendlesssummer hmm not sure. The boat swings a lot anyway.. especially if I don’t use a bridle connecting the anchor line to the floats. Not sure moving the boom will have much of an impact.

[@LoanwordEggcorn]

Multihulls heel much less than their monohulls. Probably just the new experience.

[@LoanwordEggcorn]

@@Tulasendlesssummer Shouldn't make much difference. Windage from the hull, etc., should be a lot more than the boom, so it would probably swing about the same with the boom either way.

[@carleenh4946]

We do the same on our F31. If it's going to blow hard, we tie it almost center-but not exactly center as it can go back and forth on the traveler a bit and that's annoying.

[@Alexmqouthere]

living The life .. keep sailing!! good luck on your adventure..

[@mikeroll9868]

What an awesome little boat. As soon as I saw the performance I wanted one. It would be so cool to do a Trans PAC race or PAC Cup on. I have done 5 T Pacs on various size boats. Let me know if you want a big adventure? A good friend is an awesome navigator nearly wining their class after leading the whole way and were corrected out by less than an hour. The safety practice is major. I know of two people lost to MOB by experienced race crews. A TP 52 lost a crew overboard . Head sail had battens couldn’t get it down and the mainsail on 2-1 halyard down below. So tried 3 + times to sail for recovery. NO ONE put the MOB pole into the water so they could swim to it. NO ONE threw a throw bag to the MaoB when they were next to the boat the second pass. I raced 10,000 miles on and ultra light sport boat and we always wore or inflatable PFDs night and day. Always clipped on at night. I would recommend clipping on anytime over 10 knots of speed especially for double handing and any wind above 20 knots for sure. On the 68 ft sled we practiced a “Quick Stop” maneuver. As soon as anyone goes overboard turn immediately into the wind. Then drop spin if down wind or sail back. Practice at speed when you build up,confidence. Good job👍 PS I also most got washed overboard while steering the 68’ sled in a storm during a Cabo race in the daytime as I wasn’t clipped in. I learned my lesson and alway clip in day or night If the wind is up over 20knts. wisdom comes with age. Many younger crew wouldn’t clip in in day time. It’s up to the captain to set the rules. We got hit by a side wave. In a storm the wind changes direction and causes wave from two directions to join and make a bigger wave, Sometimes called a rouge wave, keep an eye out for those and sail safe.

[@danapted]

Old guy tip. Never lift your hook until you have checked your key systems. Check fuel level, look for bug or bird nests inside cowling and any hollow spots inside the boat. Check for fire extinguishers and make sure they were not stolen while you were away. And always start your engine to make sure it runs before lifting your sail. It's really not much different than preflight checklisting an airplane. You saw your dog fall off the boat. Make sure you both know what to do if under full sale high speed downwind and have a man, kid or dog overboard incident. And practice doing it with a fender.

[@jpford1977]

Jetty seems a bit stressed by the 880. Even before falling in. :) Is it the speed? The heeling? Just a new thing?

[@beeamerica5024]

That little boat is so fast I'm going to start calling you The Fast and the Furious LOL🐝😎

[@jdeltoro518]

That was a great place to sail to.👍

[@bencampbell2407]

What a awesome boat!

[@frankmills5022]

What a sleek boat!

[@dsabre4990]

Well done in identifying what the fear is and taking steps to eliminate the unknown. That's what mature couples do! :)

[@JonoGeeGee]

Those smiles!

[@andrewchewter1646]

How was sleeping in the back? I thought you were going to try the dinette berth when you first lowered the table. We sleep in the aft berth on our 26’ mono but it is much wider - the v-berth is too short for me (though I’m only 6’. The v-berth on this one looks slightly awkward for nighttime potty use... I like the look of these tri’s for sailing!!