The Trouble With Gas Outboards - Sailing Uma [Step 238]

[@kz4506]

What no electric outboard , you had one I think

[@SailingUma]

We have an electric outboard too. But that power has to come from somewhere. So for now, we only use it for short, slow trips. To replace our 15hp outboard, we would need more batteries that we have on Uma, plus a way to charge them.

[@srcastic8764]

@@SailingUma have you ever considered putting a small mount on Uma’s stern so you can mount the outboard when you need more motor power than your batteries can provide, like you did when in Guatemala and had to tow with the dinghy?

[@seandepagnier]

​@@SailingUma Consider a nesting dingy, or canoe with outrigger, either way they can row easily and would not use much to power from electric either, but more importantly you could sail it! The dingy you have which is "standard" for cruising is not very efficient and takes much energy to push compared to alternatives, I'm surprised you have it.

[@kasenalfredo2396]

i guess im asking the wrong place but does anyone know a method to log back into an instagram account?? I was dumb lost the login password. I love any help you can offer me

[@mariojagger7975]

@Kasen Alfredo instablaster ;)

[@sveninge5274]

07:50 Can almost see my house, 13:54 I work on the orange ship :D

[@Echelon_Sky_Denver]

I think the thing I like most about your channel is your relationship. Joined you because of my love of the sea, but the longer I watch, the more the two of you endear yourselves because of the love you show us, you have for each other. Pleaee never forget how lucky you are to have such a beautiful relationship... there are many in this world that will never know such beauty.

[@Smilliztho]

denver sky I don’t wanna be that guy but how do you know they have the kind of relationship that you are describing. I’m just saying you shouldn’t make presumption and put pressure on them I don’t think it’s healthy. Nobody is perfect!

[@marcryvon]

@@Smilliztho Aaaah, what ? That comment is so downtaker ! Are you always such a partypooper !? Get a life man !

[@jamielancaster01]

denver sky Most couples would have killed each other after a couple of months which speaks volumes about their great relationship.

[@jamielancaster01]

Inte Dåligt If your like most of us you’ve been watching them for 5yrs now. I think over 5 yrs you can tell if someone has or doesn’t have a “Beautiful Relationship”.

[@srcastic8764]

Inte Dåligt you’re just a ray of sunshine everywhere you go aren’t you. 🙄🤦‍♂️

[@txelp]

Thank you Dan and Kika! I found you both months ago during the beginning of this crazy Covid lock down and with the current non-stop political turmoil I'm forced to endure every time I turn on the television, you both have saved me. Thank you for taking me along on your projects, your adventures, your challenges, your sunrises and sunsets, and your beautiful relationship. You make me feel like we're friends and you invite me to visit you once a week and spend some time escaping the noise of my life. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Happiness and Joy to the both of you for the rest of your days.

[@kennediens]

Dan I love how sheepish you were about having the outboard serviced. "Normally we do this type of thing by ourselves".. Ya we know man. We've watched you modify almost every inch of that beautiful little boat yourselves. It is no crime to seek help. Thanks for the video!

[@jonathanwetherell3609]

A wise man knows when he needs help.

[@wilber19541]

Who needs help.....

[@ohrosberg]

Thank you for visiting my neighbourhood. I hope you enjoyed it. Fun fact: The strait you sailed through called "Karmsundet" between Karmøy and the mainland was in the Viking era called Norevegen, which means "road to the North" and later became Norwegen (German) and then Norge (Norway). On the Karmøy side was the residence of the first Norwegian king, Harold the hairy (Harald Hårfagre) and this is where the first capital of Norway was.

[@SailingUma]

Road to the North makes perfect sense to us.

[@stefanomoretti3664]

Still "Norvegia", in Italian...

[@Neophema]

Or Noreg. :)

[@abatesnz]

Norway or Noreveg roughly translates to "Way to the North". That veg in Norwegian is vag in Swedish, something to give the puerile a giggle. The same word is used in Hungarian for butter, the spread you eat in the morning.

[@ohrosberg]

@@abatesnz Hehe, I get that, although it is väg in Swedish, not vag. So I guess the joke is mostly for people who have English as their main language as we would pronounce it differently... hehe... But sure, have your laugh... And yes, Nor (Nord in modern language) is north, and as you say veg (same in modern New Norwegian, vei in Norwegian) = road. Also, fun fact - the reason the King called the country after the strait was that it was his main source of income. The strait is a very safe way sailing along the coast, and the waters on the west side of the island is very rough and treacherous with lots of rocks just below the ocean surface. So, the King would send out warriers to stop every ship going through and demand a toll for the safe passage, thus financing his kingdom. I personally believe that the site of the first Royal settlement was chosen because it is at the narrowest part of the strait, which made it easier to control it... So, in fact you could call it a toll road. Who said that was a modern invention...? Hehe

[@johngeronimo8172]

Yeah, that guy Slartibartfast did a great job on the fjords of Norway.

[@BayouBushcraft]

I got u fam. I get the reference. Nice job. Hilarious.

[@stephenrrose]

Just after you went past the bridge around 13:30 the fishermen waved at you, I literately caught myself waving back. I felt I was right there. Glad know one else was around me to witness that! Must be the fantastic filming!!!!! Stay Safe!

[@fbertrand]

Dan and Kika, I am 59 years old and I hardly working from the basement of my house in Québec city to start a company transporting parcels/ courier by drone in rural region of Quebec territory... I'm working hours and hours and and when my brain needs rest, since I discovered your site on KZbin, I watch one or two videos to rest... You are incredibly brave and the quality of your videos are exceptionals...what a pleasure it is for me to follow your adventure! Good luck in discovering the world, you have the future ahead of you...Respecfully, I think you could improve your fishing skills ;).... and if I may say, you do have a gennaker instead a spinnaker (symmetrical leech and luff) ;)

[@scottlang283]

I'm going to have Moanna stuck in my head all day now, thx Kika

[@SailingUma]

"You're welcome"🎵 😉 ...you walked straight into that one

[@wanderingohm]

I literally only watched this movie because kika raves about it 😂

[@SEGeiger]

You mean it's not always in your head anyway?

[@nancywyatt821]

@@SailingUma You aware that's Lin Manuel Miranda, right?

[@bobflinn7529]

I didn't see "The Trouble With Gas Outboards," they all need periodic servicing, especially in a salty environment. Love your channel and the work you put into quality video storytelling. I hope you keep going!

[@JustMe-pp1mp]

Those drone shots of UMA under sail are simply gorgeous. Nice job. Thanks. :-)

[@sailingmariposa7887]

“The water goes all the way to the rocks”.... nailed it!

[@KartizaK]

That is Freaking Hysterical.

[@frayedknot21]

Yeah, "water all the way to the rocks" is pretty much universal 🤪

[@raybame5816]

@@frayedknot21 Come on, U new he ment u can sail right up to/near the rocks with deep water Can't do that in Maine. I will say I've always been concerned about that as rocks can ruin your day (and their sail drive). just sayin.

[@gmd2222]

You two do such a lovely job at capturing your travels, it’s a true joy to follow along with you.

[@thetessellater9163]

An episode just about the sheer joy of sailing, with a little bit of maintenance.

[@atlantanaomi]

I'm enjoying watching all the people or the families living on a boat, one is in the Fijies one, one is in Sweden, one is in England....So lovely....

[@robertlee8042]

“What else do you want me to say.” “You want my baby.” Silence. Thought. “Someday.” I’m 73. I fell on the floor laughing. We had the same conversation. We wound up with four sons!

[@jimanderson2518]

Yea me too the look on Kika's face was priceless

[@mbbuckeyes8386]

She’s not into having kids. She is a free spirit and kids are not on her agenda.

[@nittygritty9418]

I nominate Kika and Dan as the cutest couple ever, ty for sharing with us.

[@srcastic8764]

Yamaha outboard’s are awesome. Best outboard I ever had by far. Absolutely bulletproof.

[@dougwatson821]

I'm still chuckling over Kika's quote of the day! I binge watched all of your steps from buying a $3000 boat that seemed ready to be recycled to the present day! I've loved your "can do" attitude towards anything that Uma throws your way, your vision and combined incredible design sense, your sailing skills and of course the incredible love that fills your relationship! Keep the wind at your backs!

[@dianeeichenberg4579]

“It’s so big. It doesn’t fit anywhere.” Priceless. 😎✌🏻🤙🏻🤘🏻😎

[@bloodiedporcelain6320]

Kika's "I love you" is so cute.

[@_instabil]

I have NEVER EVER seen anyone having so much sun in Norway. Congrats!

[@michellebocook7023]

I ❤️ when Kiki asks what else do you want me to sing next? Do you ❤️ me? you want my babies lol then she says “Someday” The best 😜

[@georgebetar923]

Love your hair, it has a personality all on its own.... Great epidode, as usual....

[@franksmith137]

Free bird the hair

[@finewine1963]

BGM

[@marjoriejaffe3931]

Hi you two ...The both of you are such a darling couple. You compliment one another so beautifully. I admire both your courage and tenacity. Fascinating watching and listening to your banter and loving ways ... How much better does life get than loving what you do? I just discovered your site several weeks ago and I am fascinated as I sail with you both and learn as I go. I'm always looking things up so that I can be educated and understand what you are doing and taking about. You have a lifetime ahead of you...you are both at the genesis of fantastic adventures together. Sail, sail away....I hope that your feet touch land for short periods of time and that "NEPTUNE " will guide you both and keep you out of harms way. Some observations: loved the sail across the Atlantic. Whew!!! Now. That's courage!!! Ok..When you're on deck and the weather is difficult and you're wet and cold, why can't you put some sort of housing around you so that you stay a bit dry? Also: When you step down onto the step that brings you below, could you put a wood or hard plastic barrier on either side ( like what is done on an enclosed staircase ) . This way, you have something to hold on to if you're in turbulent conditions and, it would keep your surfaces clean as you descend into the cabin. You could put rubber ( for grip ) on top of the railings. Safety: Do you have a lock on your " door " that protects you while in your cabin as well as when you are away from your boat? I love the editing

[@marjoriejaffe3931]

whoops..wasn't finished!!! And Dan, is that you doing the whistling? And Keki...your laugh is contagious and you're absolutely adorable♥ UMA is " Yar ". Hope that's the correct word!😳 Have fun, you two! Oh...and I've enjoyed being in the Netherland's with you. So pretty and pristine. Could I have access to the music that you play? It's SO relaxing. Happy sailing....😍

[@gailalbers1430]

in a world where everyone wants everything instantly, being on a boat , depending on the natural elements is a whole other film . I just felt i was there on the water with you slowly slowly moving freely .

[@Mykol225]

Wow the production quality has improved so much over the years. Love the bits of b-reel and environmental audio.

[@brianmcintyre6407]

You paid for an education and got your outboard serviced at the same time. 2 birds, 1 stone. Nicely done!

[@myroncole4720]

Nice singing! You guys keep a clean, neat, organized boat. The day looked beautiful.

[@billdillard885]

Yamaha’s Need Love TOO!! I have Triplets... 350s.... They get the same treatment every year in Sept. Lower Units, Oil Change, Fuel Filters, Compression Checks. Treat them just like you treat Kiki! Great VID! 😎

[@cfctvaus]

would be super cool if you guys could add the date of recording in the description or something! keep up the brilliant work!

[@Neophema]

By the weather it looks like mid August. I remember the weather was super nice then.

[@jodyssey9921]

That looks so relaxing. I love the idea of moving while hardly moving.

[@Catalina58601]

I have sure enjoyed your Norway trip. So beautiful! I have to watch twice though because the first time around I am just marveling at Kikas hair! Stay Well!

[@athomestrength1266]

You both have fantastic chemistry! Sailing Uma absolutely makes my day! Thank you guys so VERY much for allowing me to"escape" with you on your journeys. Much love and God's speed to you always ❤️

[@johncannon6572]

Hey u guys John from Memphis Tennessee love watching u all I find peace within my self just watching u guys this is what I wants to do help me .

[@tfhmobil]

Seen so many videos about cruisers who have issues with the outboard 🤣 Keep your outboard clean. Make sure it’s correct mix, if 2 stroke, and always same kind off oil. Get a bunch of inline fuel filters, to prevent dirt and water in your fuel system. Give the outboard a service, minimum once a year. Keep a spare spark-plug, impeller, maybe prop., and nut. And don’t drop it in the water !

[@CheersWarren]

Mit Navn you realize they use their outboard 10 time more that the average weekend sailor. I'm sure they are up on the regular maintenance 😎 ".......whoops I take it back they haven't done any maintenance in 2 years...☹️ cheers Warren

[@tfhmobil]

warp21drive It was just a little general advice and pep-talk ;-) I’m a marine engineer. We do have outboards too. We never, ever, have any issues. Ever ! That’s why I told what to do. Being a engineer, “everybody” ask for help on subject like this, every time they can’t start their small petrol engine. ( not only outboards ) It’s almost always the same. Dirty fuel or fuel system, bad spark plug, or corrosion in the electric system. Less than 60 seconds care, ones a week, and 90 % of the issues never happen. Another few hours care, every 6 or 12 months, then these small engines are usually fine for 10 or 20 years, depending of how hard and often they get used. I don’t know everything about every off these countless different engines. I just look in the manual. It is often the first thing that gets thrown away. But normally it contains a maintenance schematic to guide the maintenance. If followed, these engines is good to go, for years and years. Even the cheap models. Special for 2 stroke engines ! It’s very important to get the correct oil mix. 2-3 or 4 % matters ! And make sure it’s always the same kind of oil. Most people don’t know there’s different kind of 2 stroke oil, and if mixed, then, usually, the fuel system needs a cleaning. Not using all the 2 stroke fuel, and letting it settle over a few months in the tank, is a safe way to get issues in the fuel system, maybe even burn the engine, because the engine don’t get correctly lubricated. Most people can save a lot of money and a lot of annoying moments, if they give their small engines minimum care, but people don’t ;-)

[@bernadetteotesanya9193]

Really lovely catching up with you guys, I understand why we don't get videos every week so I just wish the vidoes were a bit longer. I always feel happy after watching your videos. Stay safe 👍👍👍

[@SailingUma]

But you do get a video every week 😉 glad you enjoy them ☺️

[@mikefriend7449]

My wife and I always look forward to watching you too, your videos are always interesting and more important you both seem very nice people,what a good life you Lead,. The wife and I have toured Norway so we know how much you will be enjoying it,.Take care! Mike&jan

[@ashtonpierre9325]

Agree! The Hair Looks Great! Great Music Great Videos

[@finewine1963]

Whewwww lord! It don't get no deeper than that, "say you love me and you want my baby" . I knew something epic would come out of Dan mouth. Your musical serenade was so befitting of the moment.

[@weetianglyou6294]

Hi Dan and Kika, just a small tip to extend the life of a 2 stroke outboard motor.... just increase the oil mix ratio to 45:1 or about 10% more oil. The spark plug won't carbon up more or reduce max power, but It definitely will reduce piston and ring. wear. Wishing you continuous 15 naut winds and flat sea sailing. :-)

[@seangibson5894]

You two are “ living”!

[@jillfariss2950]

Norway looks amazingly beautiful and it seems you have hit the perfect weather. Love the positivity of you both! Thanks for sharing your adventures! Love it!

[@lancedaniels]

Thanks for posting and sharing. I enjoyed to see the part of your sail with the gennaker/spinnaker or whatever it’s called.

[@MikeHarrison3266]

Sailed for the first time last week, I was told to trim the sail, I cut off about 8 inches, they were pissed.

[@BjrnOttoVasbottenbjovas]

Ah, the sailing dad humour, nice

[@984francis]

They'll wrap you up in the sheets and through you overboard if you do it again! I would knot recommend it.

[@MikeHarrison3266]

@@984francis They just might, anyway no problem, I need to splice the mainbrace, whatever that is????

[@nefer9546]

Amazing content! i love seeing dan and kika so much, great video keep up the great work

[@lapsteels8]

i only watch 3 sailing videos, yours, la vagabonde, sv basik. Kika is always a pleasure to watch, great personality.

[@Revenant_Knight]

I’ve gotten interested in sailing thanks to you two. Great videos! Safe voyages.

[@Desertfox92308]

I laughed how easily the Norwegian mechanic moved off the dinghy! That repair was maybe an hour? Great footage of 🇳🇴 👍

[@terristenacious2279]

AMEN WITH POWER BOATS, just keep their pace!!

[@Josh-of-all-Trades]

Very expedient way to work on the outboard. Quickly and easily put it in the water to give it a test run and if they gotta haul it out again they can.

[@SailingUma]

He did a complete once over in less than an hour. I was pleasantly surprised.

[@whispjohn]

I hope you remember me, the guy you met at the Southampton boatshow, I had my dog with me there. I was in a hurry to see Brian so our meeting was brief but I have the photos I took. Now to the thing, I joined 2 brand new 25,000 ton bulk carriers in Haugesund in 1970 and another about 18 months later and one and half times around the world. I loved Hausgesund and even had a girlfriend there, Cecile, nice girl. I was gald to join another one because she was there waiting for me when I arrived. I had a friend Christian who was a welder at the yard. He was there too, with his dad's Volvo and we went up on that bridge you went under and me and Cecile and Christian and his girl friend sat in the car, stopped on the brow of the bridge and watched a ship go under and disappeear into the night, much as Haugesund had for me and then I saw that bridge, blimey!

[@TheYrrinotherapy]

I love 5-7 knots of wind - so much can be done for fun while still moving and the boat is perfectly controllable! It's pretty much learn the ropes weather for the new crew.

[@kimtaylor6149]

Just love you two more as you sail and explore life, manageable issues, being positive, unpretentious just love life and move on, sailing through the world, you two are special,! Sailing on!

[@larsriise1396]

Thanks for another perfect step, so good to see you taking your time traveling the coast of Norway , fair winds and cheers 😀

[@bogsplash8612]

Really like the system you have for the spinnaker. Ofc it always helps to light winds but that looks like a nice set up. Yet another great day in Norway and back to back too, wow.

[@ancat2521]

Love your hair. Just beautiful 🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧

[@franksmith137]

I like it when she let's go wild don't ever cut it

[@doninhawaii4433]

Always a pleasure to watch yalls videos. Very cool. Mahalo Nui Loa!!!👍🤙💯

[@frankrice5364]

Love the way you guy,s work together the PERFECT team

[@nonenowherebye]

As a sailor of the Sailish Sea, if you're in an area where you're going to be stern tying a lot, keep the spool of line on a bracket off your stern rail. Good place to store it, and makes it easy to play out and recover. That said, I'd also consider sizing down to 3/8" or 10mm floating line (preferably yellow for visibility). The purpose of the stern line is to keep you from swinging, which doesn't take a huge amont of force. The stern line for my 27' boat is 1/4" polypropylene line, which is very comfortable for our use.

[@williamturner8128]

Man I love that sailing calmness lol lucky you two and Kika has a beautiful voice lol

[@DudeSirMark]

Really recommend going to Bergen and to Alesund. I love both of those incredibly beautiful towns! And me family is from Bergen, so... ))

[@907goose]

That close to shore sailing is sweet! My step-dad used to motor through Whale Pass (Kodiak, AK) so close to the steep bank you could touch the trees. My cajones were never that large 8-) I love watching your episodes!

[@renestar99]

WOW You two really got some nice summer days here in my beautiful land. so happy for you. big Viking hug

[@funnyglow2096]

Beauty the scenery is so beautiful and stunning.Very enjoyable! Reminds me of my trips where I take the good music like the Guns N Roses, Imagine Draongs or the Delta Parole and then enjoy the powerful feeling of the sea. ¡vamos!

[@fc.672]

I love the way you two tack and maneuver UMA in general, it's very nice peace of teamwork : )

[@WillN2Go1]

I used to get a bit of water condensing in my car's almost empty gas tank. I bought some gas additive and then realized that it was basically just straight alcohol. Alcohol is hydroscopic, meaning alcohol molecules latch on to water molecules making them burnable. I had a gallon of alcohol I used as a cleaning solvent from HomeDepot ($12/gallon - I guess $10.50 for the can?) so I'd occasionally put a little in the gas tank. The way little amounts of water get into any gas tank may not be an actual leak, air pressure changes causing the tank to 'inhale' some humid outside air. The moisture in the air condenses on the wall of the tank.... Over time you get noticeable amounts of water. A small amount of alcohol absorbs it. I don't know if the ethanol in the modern gas formulations can do the same thing. I'm not a mechanic so check this out with a mechanic. The car I did this to is still in my neighborhood, still running. (Honda Odyssey, great car otherwise I'd have never sold it to a neighbor). Good episode.

[@paul42592]

Great tip. Thanks.

[@johncorlis8920]

I see a tee shirt that says "it's so big, it doesn't fit anywhere". "Doesn't fit" Kika front and back lol.

[@clarkkent772]

Got the winch handle link on your post. Thanks. Very cool operation. Looking forward to getting one. Cheers!

[@chuckhoulihan1151]

A trick we have been using for many years is to take an empty tuna fish can and turn it over on top of the gas cap. Fits perfectly and in heavy rain water can not bounce up into the air vent. Plus we always filter that gas before filling the tank.

[@kalebhaugen5084]

I dream of visiting the homeland of my grandparents someday, but it has been absolutely amazing viewing it through your eyes. Thank you both!

[@tomriley5790]

There's something really nice about light wind sailing, literally all day long :-)! I tecognise the bridge from Erik's videos, not sure if you managed to meet up but I'm sure you could have a great chat, please tease him with a pina collada if you do :-)! Really glad that the Yamaha's in good condition and it was something simple- it's been a star of a motor hasn't it! I bet the chat with the mechanic was really interesting!

[@SailingUma]

Not sure where Erik is but keep in mind that this episode was several weeks ago and we are not in the same place anymore.

[@tomriley5790]

@@SailingUma sure no worries, shame you didn't manage to bump into each other!

[@Mythos131]

Beautiful area, the deep water next to rocky shorelines, sailing under suspension bridges and the beautiful town reminded me of Nova Scotia.

[@tomknight5432]

Great episode, but one thing: Always, always, always wear the kill cord when using your outboard motor. By choosing not to wear one you're are not only putting yourselves at risk, but every other water user. In the UK we had an incident in 2013 where an 8 year old girl was killed, along with her father after their family fell out of their RIB. The incident was entirely preventable. Marine Accident Investigators concluded that if the helm was wearing the kill cord, no injuries would have occurred, as the motor would have stopped, instead of continuing to run, hitting the family in the water. The kill cord is a safety device worn around the leg (not wrist!), connecting the helm to the controls; if disconnected the engine will stop. This prevents the engine from continuing to run if the helm falls overboard, or inboard, away from the controls. Attach it to your leg. Don't take it off. Thats it... so simple! Even with a small dinghy like yours if you don't you could end up in a situation not worth thinking about. I hope that if you start wearing the kill cord correctly, all the time, you can become an (unfortunately rare) example to the thousands of people who watch your fantastic content and encourage more to do the same. Many thanks

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

Hear hear, been saying this for a while. Obviously wearing something to prevent you getting a prop in the face as you swim away from your still revving boat is clearly no "kewl". Or something. Rebuilt an outboard for friend recently. It was running so much better when he gunned it properly, he ended up pitching himself out of the boat. He's in his 70s. Luckily his nephew was able to get half back into the rib to get things turned off but had he not been there or reactly quickly enough? Doesn't bear thinking about. Just wear it please D&K!

[@jonathanwetherell3609]

Kill cords, absolutely useless unless worn!

[@deanjones2525]

I am not a sailor, but I can see the wisdom of your advice. I hope they show us they care, and they listen to you.

[@woodworkergreg]

And if your motor shuts off unexpectedly, check your kill cord first. Instead of spending half an hour fiddling with the motor and calling for a tow. It can save you a lot of embarrassment, and money (they charge you for showing up and plugging you kill cord back in). Happened to my cousin. 🤣🤣🤣

[@ThePetejb]

Very minor point, that’s not a spinnaker. Cruising chute, blooper or asymmetric, but a spinnaker is symmetrical and uses a pole all the time. Great video as always :)

[@jamesdaley1852]

i thought it was great of them to take the whole boat , and they seem so enthusiastic about fixing the problem ,,,

[@patrickpope4655]

So Long and Thanks for All the Fish.

[@paulbadger6336]

Well done 👍.Cinematography par excellence. The dialogue, the mood , the scenery, and the sail, all matched to the music. You made it look like sailing could be fun !

[@GordLamb]

My stomping grounds in the Thousand Islands are similar - perfectly flat water, and channeled winds. I sail back and forth between my home port and Kingston every week, and even in 20 knots I hardly have to tidy the cabin unless I'm going hard to wind. Love it!

[@FrankLadd]

Wow! You have been all the way to Norway and it is the first time you have poled out a spinnaker! You two sure are looking good and sailing with style.

[@allsearpw3829]

Hi, The power boat ,when speeding up or slowing ,we go through a speed we call the HUMP ,COMING OFF OR ON GOING ON TO THE PLANE , that the boat is most efficient at , running at ,that chap had his boat trimmed very well for such a small wake .Keep up the sailing ,it,s the cheapest way on fuel to travel , glad to see the tender getting some care and attention . Another video on the funny side ,please keep them coming .Thanks a lot ,been watching from your start and enjoyed them all .

[@brentparks3669]

2 years, no maintenance, only problem was a little water leaking into the fuel tank! I think that speaks volumes about Yamaha outboards, maybe they should sponsor you guys? You should also learn about flushing out the fuel system on the motor.

[@selkiemaine]

Nice 'Edda Flora' sighting! She's a truly special vessel.

[@upkpoxer]

Thanks for sharing! I guess that the mercury did have a harder life, submerged a couple of times.. 😉

[@rlyman111]

Agree with comment of using a “kill” line or cord while operating a gas boat.

[@jonathanwetherell3609]

Really useful on petrol powered boats too!

[@mbbuckeyes8386]

Wonder why they don’t reply or comment on this safety suggestion?

[@m.b.calderhead268]

You two do the best videos of anyone in this genre........educational, always and beautiful, always.

[@bleedfreedom6528]

Ok making a Confession ive watched every video you guy have made And this is my favorite video yet. I've watched both you guys learn how to sail not only learn but actually get damn good at it!

[@jpdj2715]

Actual sailing. Great. Video.

[@belcacique]

It‘s always a pleasure to look your videos! I‘m living in the Dominican Republic and there in Jarabacoa, this is almost in the middle of the island near to the central Cordilleras! I also have an Haitian girlfriend who actually can’t leave Haití! The times are bad and Haití is suffering the most under the pandemic! Good to see you guys in the fiords of Norway! By the way I’m German! I wish you all the best!

[@mikeh720]

@sailing uma - first episode on the big TV with my new friend. She decided, "we're watching Moana next"...I wasn't embarrassed when she opened D+ and realized I had it paused and ready to go 😍

[@BillB23]

The binge watch playlist was about half the size it is now back when I took advantage of it. You two have come a long way since Step 1.

[@abatesnz]

You will get that sheer drop off at the coast line in Greece too. Handy for not having to go a long way around the coast. Not so handy when you want anchor stern to the rocks (with a line or two ashore).

[@khoatran9482]

Dude is like wholesome Shia Lebeouf that never found drugs.

[@sebastianvandenpauwert4794]

I believe that you are in the hometown of Eric Anderaa who has an awesome youtube-channel on sailing in Norway. Maybe you three have stuff to talk about. Do check out his channel in any way. He has some super filming techniques and beautiful shots of Norway. Thanks for making us part of your trips. For those of us who have a couch, you are the next best thing.

[@sebastianvandenpauwert4794]

Just found out that others pointed this out too.

[@paul42592]

@@sebastianvandenpauwert4794 Was going to make the same comment when I saw where they were going. But loads of people got here before me. Erik has a pretty Epic channel. I guess there are a lot of sailing channel junkies here :-)

[@doyoueatrocks]

What an interesting looking town, Looks like great weather too

[@zenmark42]

Outboards seem like one of those things everyone has their own opinion on and it's always nice to start out from a basis of what the original engineers think you out to do to maintain them.

[@julianbelmarsh]

"Bye mooring buoy! - Bye anchorage!" I'm glad to see you two are making so many friends in Norway 😂 Very pleasant sail by the way. Looking forward to next episode!

[@fairwayray]

Dan, you are the man! It’s so big it won’t fit anywhere.

[@jonkzak]

Now your in my ole stomping grounds. Statoil Karsto plant in Haugesund. Kool to see it again in your video after 20 years. Enjoy and be safe.

[@frankcromer6945]

"Soft Is" is the best! And Erik was on his round the North Sea trip! Good sailing!

[@clarisd]

So happy to see this!!! You guys be good and thank you so much for sharing your adventures!