The YachtMaster | Season 01 Episode 01

[@SuperYachtCaptain]

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[@davedavids9619]

Great video, looking forward to see what you are going to show of our episode. We truly learned a lot from you. Your calm and professional way of teaching really works great. 👍👍👍

[@meme1752]

You should rename the channel to Tiny Boat Captain now.

[@littleboatcaptain6962]

I'm thre lucky person who is on this episode I would just like to take this opportunity to say thank super yacht captain for giving me and my son Rhys, two days of intensive training on are boat. And yes everyone he really is a top bloke 👏 👍 👌 🙌

[@SuperYachtCaptain]

Thank you Lee & Rhys, so many owners in similar position will see value in this video. You both were amazing hosts, that Indian was delicious 😋

[@NeverEnoughPyro40]

@littleboat captain I just started watching a video and there’s one thing that immediately caught my eye in your bilge, And that is the size of your bilge pump! That pump is totally inadequate for your size vessel, If you factor in the size and length of your discharge hose that pump is going to discharge much less than the GPH listed on that pump! I have a 23’ Cuddy W/A with a single I/O and I have a 2000 GPH and a 1500 GPH as a back up! I have noticed over the years that bilge pumps are usually always undersized, I’m referring to recreational boats 30’ and under! Also stay away from the plastic ribbed hoses for your bilge pump, The biggest problem with those hoses is cracking due to dry rot! Enjoy and good luck 👍

[@littleboatcaptain6962]

@@NeverEnoughPyro40 thanks for that I will take a good look at that problem 🙂

[@DNHarris]

Congratulations on your new series! You are raising the bar for professionalism in small vessel owners.

[@johngauntlett4915]

Tristan, I love this vlog, when I grew up in Central Florida in the '70s we had an 18 ft deck boat and my friends used to tell me I would come into the docks too slow. I told them not too slow, in control. Always had one hand on the throttle and one hand on the wheel. Even today living in the mountains in North Carolina I have safety in mind. Friends think I'm nuts carrying a 350 piece first aid kit in my pickup truck as well as three flashlights, a safety vest, a fire extinguisher, a hunting knife, and a battery backup for my phone.

[@squished1879]

I really liked that you started with a check of the systems. It's a step that so easy to put off or forget. That's really valuable knowledge gained through life experience that you're sharing.

[@andrewmartin8816]

except where he give the wrong info. that is not the coolant level its the gear oil level, coolant level is over the side i.e. seawater

[@michaelsommers2356]

@@andrewmartin8816 Are you certain that that particular engine uses sea water as coolant?

[@andrewmartin8816]

@@michaelsommers2356 yes sure as no heat exchanger besides that oil tank

[@MrSnookerballs]

@@andrewmartin8816 How are MerCruiser engines cooled? MerCruiser engines may also be equipped with a closed cooling system. This cooling system is divided in two separate sub-systems: one uses seawater and the other uses coolant (called “fresh water”). The seawater system operation is similar to the standard cooling system previously described.

[@michaelsommers2356]

@@andrewmartin8816 It didn't look like oil in that container.

[@tolex3]

Tristan, you are a true professional! I’ve been doing this same job, ”boat coach”, teaching in particular new owners of 24-50 ft boats to handle their boats + safety etc here in SWE, and I can only say that you are an excellent coach! Great to see! Looking fwd to this series! Cheers, Captain!

[@SuperYachtCaptain]

Thanks Tommy 😎🙏

[@JimmyDCarter]

This is going to be a great series. Thanks for sharing your experiences as Captain, from small to large yachts and passing that information and experience to beginner Captains.

[@vincelardner330]

Thanks Tristan, Lee and Rhys for a great first episode. The importance of preparation and safety is a key lesson for recreational mariners, and something that should never be taken for granted by professional mariners. Look forward to the future episodes, helping even most recreational sailor be more 'professional' and safer.

[@littleboatcaptain6962]

From me and Rhys, we are glad you enjoyed it And yes Tristan has hit on a very good programme doing these videos After he had finished his time with us we both felt better on the boat 👍

[@patriciagassor4497]

Hi Tristan, I got a bit behind with watching your latest vlogs am still playing catch up, I am very impressed, you were clear in instilling confidence to the captain and crew, we were narrowboat owner for over 40 years and we learnt always be prepared, we also did a couple of flotilla holidays in Greece and our boating experience certainly helped, was a different scenario between a narrowboat and a cruiser, know your port from starboard and clear instructions to crew we had a marvelous time sailing. Looking forward to episode 2, thank you

[@Kim_Jensen]

Great start. The last beer part makes it all come together. Thank you very much for this guide 😃

[@littleboatcaptain6962]

And it wasn't just one 😜🍻

[@antonyowen5563]

What an amazing opportunity for owner captains to be able to tap in to your knowledge. You are a fantastic person to be willing to give this knowledge that has taken you years to gain to others. It shows in the face of the 2 guys that their confidence has grown. Not just at the wheel but all aspects of safety. And now BOTH know how to be safe, drive and call a mayday!! Congrats Trish. You are an amazing human!!

[@seantwomey396]

I enjoyed the common sense approach. Safety first. Then calm simple steps. You made things understandable. I also liked the practical advice. Putting out a galley fire with a fire blanket rather than cleaning up powder for a week. We all gain insight into our own actions when we look at our actions with the eyes of a professional.

[@rudideghelt]

Sincerely happy to see videos again Thank you Tristan.👍👍

[@gigmcsweeney8566]

What a great way for you to pass on your knowledge and expertise. Looking forward to the next episode of this excellent new series. Cheers!

[@lordchagrin1378]

Great concept and I'm looking forward to watching more!

[@swiper1818]

Great tuition session - very helpful

[@walkaboutclive]

Great first vid … pri departure checks are a must … ongoing looks like the series will be full of great nuggets of info.. I did put a steering wheel knob on my boat .. makes one handed steering easier and more fluid

[@ALifeMoreBoaty]

Hi Tristan, It's good to see it all being properly, great video, can't wait for the next one. If you're ever in Dorset give me a shout.

[@cecillee2543]

Very helpful information, Tristan. Clear and concise. This is going to be a great series. Looking forward to more episodes!

[@annottobay]

Great bunch of guys. Great job Tristen. Excellent, disposition, great attitude invaluable social service.

[@phatman3573]

Great idea this yacht master series 👍

[@rogercouzens3150]

What a great teaching Video Tristan, I really enjoyed your approach of positive affirmation! Greetings from Durban in sunny South Africa!

[@markshutt1476]

Love that you start at the beginning, with the safety basics that are so easily overlooked. 2 things I am a huge fan of: 1) Pre-start checklist, if you have the steps written down and in hand it is much harder to miss something. 2) cue cards for emergency radio use. If you can read it, you are more likely to get it correct. Another channel, Gale Force Twins, actually sell these as small placards. Great video, looking forward to more.

[@Kaii_679]

Hi Tristan I cannot thankyou enough in acknowledging the importance of safety in or out of the water, the brief is crystal clear understanding the departure and arrival procedures with the type of vessel involved and captainship/owner capability of what to do in difficult situations circumstances drill to action ie engine failure, crew illness etc etc. Its easy to just hop in a boat and go, and let Steve know that I really enjoyed the Norfolk broads and Herbert Woods boat rentals, perfect tranquil spots to relax and enjoy without the hassle. Have a good day and stay safe 🙏 😊 🙏

[@littleboatcaptain6962]

Yes I think all people should sample the Norfolk broads once in their lives 👍

[@viktorcharlie1522]

So excited to finally see this series start up! Can't wait for the next episode!

[@koomaj]

This will be absolutely fantastic series. Thank you Tristan!

[@dextersxxxxlab]

I love these yacht master vlogs. At the moment we own a maxum 1900 sc and running/docking is a breeze. We are in the process of looking for a 32 to 35 ft sportscruiser. We had our first little taste of running some bigger boats twice in Croatia. A fourwinns 278 vista cruiser and a sessa c35. Docking there is also with the stern in and using groundlines on the bow. We did ok but lots to learn there to make it more natural. Watching these helps

[@alanblasczyk1779]

This looks to be a really great series. I look forward to seeing more.

[@ThoughtfulWander]

lots of great pointers, Tristan! great episode!! Keep these coming!! Well done boat crew!! 👍👍👊👊

[@markodaniell2066]

Great first episode can’t wait to see the rest of the series keep up the good work

[@mariusminge]

Recomend to isnpect throttle cables on engine and gear, does it properly concected, i always check it before departure, had unpleasent incident when gear stuck in reverse, great video, “small SOLAS free course”

[@rp1645]

YES. When ever I start mine in slip. Lines all secure. I put it in forward and reverse a couple of times. My wife thinks I'm crazy. She says. Your trying to drive/ cruise out of slip with lines on.

[@mariusminge]

@@rp1645 tou right, nothing hapens with short kicks to gear :)

[@donaldmickunas8552]

Awesome video. I love the content. I’m looking forward to future episodes.

[@onefrazzer]

Very good start to yacht master looking forward to the next one 👏👏👍🍺

[@kennethtoderick7009]

Looking forward to your new channel. Cheers from Canada

[@mkbasile]

I just watched you first episode. It was awesome. I can't wait for episode number two. Really enjoy your content, thank you

[@LetsGoOutdoors]

This was fantastic! What set this apart from other “how to” videos is the real interaction between the crew and Tristan. Which in my opinion provided solid teaching moments that all boaters can learn from. Looking forward to the next video.

[@mattiasboman8007]

He's finally back🙏 this (SYC) concept will be very interesting to watch!! //🇸🇪

[@christophb2736]

As I always liked your harbour maneuvering explanations on AWOL, I’m really looking forward to this series scaling it down to smaller vessels.

[@peneloped.wenman4388]

... oh, happy joy ... I am over-the-top delighted to view this on a bright & sunny coffee infused morning on my patio; West Coast of Canada ... oh, to dream, the Aquabanas are a blast... try these toys out to banish the blues .... I think I'll set up down below hillside on the dock this summer & enjoy Aquabanas 24/7... glorious victorious living ... a special hello, to Leeds & Son ... (the Ground Grip inventor?) ... quite a gorgeous beastie the motor is ...on my much beloved sewing machine too; the belt must be ship-shape & fitting well ...I was employed at a remote fly-in fishing Lodge & was in charge of motor-barging out the fish entrails to the onland disposal area ... the turn west off the top of the channel was hurly burly on a brisk day ... amen to 'safe haven' ... fabulous to be out on the chop though , what scenery.... the lake was 200 miles long & 80 miles wide ... twas' like being on the high sea's at times ... the mail run was due East across the Channel as the crow flies about 30 nautical miles ... fabulous detailed coaching ... just excellent ... Cheers! ... soon looking forward to purchasing some 'merch' & JOIN ... bye' for now ...

[@Lamarama]

Best of luck Tristan!

[@josephzammit]

Great idea Tristian, looking forward to this season. Great work

[@wolfganglemke6312]

Good to see you on the water again, Tristan. That is your natural habitat!

[@madpete6438]

Damn fine. My missus and watched and sat there going oh.. good idea an awful lot. Thanks man - we watch them all now!

[@WaltzTangoFoxtrot1]

What a great video. Great reminders for any mariner.

[@gregpaull9768]

I thought this was great. A lot of boaties here in Australia could do to watch a few of these. Well done mate. 👍

[@davidhill431]

Fantastic

[@fredericp2740]

Super instructif même sur un tout petit bateau !!

[@fredericp2740]

Et maintenant avec la traduction automatique je comprends tout !!!

[@johnpenson8801]

Interesting video Tristan. Surprised you didn’t try to encourage them to use checklists for checking the boat prior to departure. Regarding mayday calls. You did not mention MMSI numbers or encourage them to take a one day radio course? Also a pre written script for maydays helps. Anything to help you at an anxious time. Re fire extinguishers. What about these new one minute fire sticks ? They leave no mess like powder. Look forward to the next one.

[@johngauntlett4915]

Tristan, another thing I've noticed boaters tend to lack in is having their bow and stern lines ready in place for when they go to dock. We always kept bow and stern lines ready on both sides of the boat in case conditions changed due to wind or a storm.

[@buoyohbuoy790]

Very insightful and professional. Congrats! This was a great video to watch. With my 45 years of boating experience, I have seen many things. Going back to just the few basic rules and concepts, is always essential to keep everybody safe. And yes, there will be times you take shortcuts. And there will be times something happens and you get distracted, and then you miss some essential things. It happens to the best professionals, pilots etc., and we are only amateurs… At the beginning of the season it pays to carry our a few drills… A MOB drill is essential. A fire drill too… keeps everybody alert of what they have to do. Re-familiarizing everybody with the use of flares, which most boaters will never use in a lifetime, is also good. Rehearsing the release of the life raft, so it inflates when you need it is also essential. Getting a fresh print of your checklists to replace last year’s copies is also good. Redoing your emergency grab bag so it is fresh and ready gives a sense of control. Personally checking the pharmacy and replacing expired stuff (like adrenaline shots etc), state of battery for safety equipment (portable VHF, EPIRB, flashlights etc), anchor securing straps, anchor rollers, dinghy straps etc. Now, in my particular case, I sail with the same crew, which happens to be family, for over a decade. And everybody knows their role and is familiar with all possible scenarios… So communication is easier, and most of the time is done at a relatively high level (e.g. starboard fenders kissing the water)… Yet I am privileged to have another two fully qualified captais on board… So, clarifying who is in charge is our challenge, as well as clarifying how the captains who are monitoring (including myself oftentimes), are supposed to act, react, and provide their valuable input, without crossing the line, leaving the calls to the one in charge… Nice problem to have, adds redundancy, therefore safety, but it is a tough cookie to crack…

[@floodo1]

I’ve been looking forward to this and it’s even better than I hoped

[@patrickmolloy6994]

this is great. It will give many of us the confidence we may lack. Thanks

[@JamesBond-xq3tw]

Love it , Passing on knowledge

[@rp1645]

Thank you for starting this series. The ( Rinker) was just the right size for a beginner. The only thing I will add. With Battery's, should be in a box or compartment for themselves. Security with a strap. A survey of vessel by insurance company ( Boat US) will require box's for Battery's.

[@littleboatcaptain6962]

Yes I can understand that, but over here it's not necessary

[@JohansGrandBanksSaabEtc]

@@littleboatcaptain6962 It's necessary because otherwise your boat is likely to EXPLODE if you have a small gasoline leak. So get battery boxes, they're readily available at any marine store and it's like a 30 minute job to move the batteries.

[@ThoughtfulWander]

Awesome! Was wondering when these were coming out!! Very cool! Watching now!! 👀👀👍👍

[@javierjuncadella3876]

Great new series Captain Tristan… I have been boating for about 40+ years and still find this refreshing and fun It s important to keep your skills honed with single screws…looking forward to upcoming episodes and with a bit larger vessels!

[@christianwestling2019]

Great episode. Looks like this could be a great series!

[@matao87]

I've been waiting months for this series and this boat in particular! I'm looking to upgrade to a Searay Sundancer and they seem pretty similar to the Rinker.

[@littleboatcaptain6962]

I think the searay sundancer is a very good boat

[@natelu8523]

This is Great!! such a cool thing you doing.. Thanks mate!!

[@JohansGrandBanksSaabEtc]

At 6:13 that's not coolant level, it's the expansion tank for the outdrive gear oil. Also the batteries are completely unprotected, right next to the gasoline engine, very dangerous. They should be in a battery box at minimum.

[@SuperYachtCaptain]

Agreed, the expansion tank was my mistake, I was thinking what we had on AWOL, we’ll spotted. Also agree about the battery casing.

[@kayleboyd6825]

love the episode cant wait for the next one

[@wernerdanler2742]

Well this is a new kind of venture. I bet there are lots of people out there that would give their I-teeth to have you bring their boat handling skill up to a whole new level. Where I'm from, that is when I drank beer, what you had there was a pitcher of beer to be poured into glass es for those around with you. I never would think to down that much at one sitting. 😆 Great video Tristan!

[@therickpound]

I have more safety gear for my 16ft tinny….casual boaters getting good advice is an excellent idea, cheers

[@dentonmccormick6340]

Great channel full of wonderful information.

[@alhubb66]

Looking forward to this series… thanks for the hard work

[@colinturner4158]

I’m glad I’ve come across this brilliant

[@baaa4698]

Aaaaaah mentorship! Love it!!

[@jakobthoboll2759]

I am sailing as a deckshand on Sailboats up to 40m, mostly with only one engine and no bowthruster. I am not used to this mediteranean style of using mooring lines at the bow. But at the quays we mostly use the ropes while maneuvering in the harbour. Using the lines as leevering-points is a good solution for not too heavy boats to maneuver while mooring.

[@colin.chaffers]

Nice job team

[@dylanstrijker]

Was waiting for this video for months, great vid!

[@ericrhuang]

Great episode!

[@wojtekp5684]

Love this content. Im not a sailor but am very interested in what you offer here. thanks

[@sergiocazzaniga]

Really enjoyed this episode. Thank you and ciao! 😀

[@MK-gr9qz]

Really really nice, a fresh concept🏋️✌️🏋️

[@Anthraxster1]

Loved it Keep them coming Tristan 👍

[@modmod392]

Go Tristan….Great content 👍

[@Unitedflyier]

This great information. Have you thought of making a complete course for recreational boaters👍👍

[@glennvandevenne8864]

Thanks Tristan, love the series already 👌

[@jonasjonsson128]

Great episod!! Good advises! Cheers from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@MrMcshaft]

Great tutorial for new bees Captian!

[@Starboatbuilder]

Hi Great to have you back Still think you should have taken the job - but still pumped up in seeing you back. David

[@SuperYachtCaptain]

Actually really happy I didn’t take the job, our new company (Mortlock Yachts) is doing really well, really enjoyed filming this series, for the 1st time in 20 years we’re going to have a summer holiday 🎉🍻🥳

[@ThoughtfulWander]

captain and crew might need to get one of those steering wheel knobs... just a thought..

[@michynature]

Actually surprisingly it’s not a standard piece of equipment.

[@ThoughtfulWander]

@@michynature yeah kind of odd..

[@macdchef]

I learned a lot … thanks captain

[@colbystensland2508]

Thank you guys

[@tamztamayo5838]

Hi Capt Tristan Thank you very much and more videos

[@JimjamsZ]

Feel like you cut quite a bit out of that, don't be afraid to have a longer video. 👍🏻 Do you cover med berthing with picking up lines etc? You mentioned it but didn't see how that works?

[@skiingfast1]

Wow a lot of information was covered.

[@johnwright3426]

Only ten mins but had to stop watching as got stuff to do but what a great video ! Very informative! So far

[@andygardner3610]

I have learned a lot from watching this so Thank You

[@richardcorcorran8965]

Building confidence

[@godlyobject6509]

GJ on the drone, mate. Great vid.

[@lemd49]

Visited there a couple of months ago

[@franksmith3602]

Great video. Very cool dad had daughter there to learn also. " but " you could step up the way you have the closeing talk. A very nice, bold ocean blue lettering, gold framed lines . GRADUATION, CERTIFICATE. And maybe, a small nice CNC cut out, trophy with your logo. Why" , to help spread the word. Marketing by word of mouth. You viewing numbers will go up. I also, where in the world you are plaster.., tasteful, small posters. In marinas, docks, dock bars. Teaching just how to dock a yacht will save marina owners millions a year.. so. Jolly good old chap.. now go save the world of new yacht owners.

[@michaelarnephy2317]

Great video Tristan. Would have been good to have shown how yo back into slip without bow thrusters. Also explain how to control bow when the wind catches it in tight situations

[@LumeriaProjects]

This is great... really, really great..

[@yourmusicprovider]

Tristan, great video very interesting, any chance we can also see some guidance on cruising speed and moderately rough sea?

[@wojtekp5684]

best part is the beer at the end!!!!

[@littleboatcaptain6962]

I definitely agree, we deserved a beer after that

[@SuperYachtCaptain]

💯 couldn’t agree more 😉🍻

[@chaisson38]

Just a heads up. That reservoir on the top of the motor is your gear lube reservoir. Runs down to the drive to keep it lubricated

[@SuperYachtCaptain]

You’re 100 right, it was a mistake. Thanks 👍

[@bond007mlt]

That was rather interesting.

[@mikaelpeterson258]

Thanks Tristan this is realy useful