Trimaran - Gypsy Wind - 3 days on Lake Erie

[@AntiVaganza]

Thanks so much for the interior shots. And yes to the wooden decor! I think Mark mentioned how in a small cabin like this, it's really nice that you are not just in a fiberglass shell and it sure looks nice. And like you said in your first video description, it sure looks like some good craftsmanship, too.

[@breezinalong4831]

Awesome sailing! I picked up a the smallest Rocna Vulcan anchor and lock it so far. A good match for the fortress anchor.

[@RusinVanDyke]

Hi BA, I currently have two claw anchors and one aluminum flute anchor (Fortress) that serve me well. The boat weighs 650# and is quite slippery when parallel with the wind. Thanks.

[@SamuelLanghorn]

Thanks for your comments. On Forespar's website it says the winch can handle up to 200sqft that should be larger than my jib. If you don't mind another question on rigging your boat. in one video I saw some attachment points for attaching the helping shrouds when you raise the mast. Where do these lines attach on the mast and what do you do with them when sailing?

[@RusinVanDyke]

Samuel, I would be more concerned with using the winch to raise the main. With my boat if I don't make sure that all pressure is relieved from the main it can be very tough getting it fully raised. The bridal consists of a top shackle and two bottom aluminum and plywood support brackets. The top shackle attaches to the mast about 6' up at a stubout. The port and starboard brackets slide onto the Jenny pulley track and get secured with two screws into 1.5"x3"x1/8" SS plates mounted to the deck. The bridal is removed after raising and lowering the mast. I leave it in the car. Stop this video 15 secs in and you can see the "stub" on top of the mast between the amas. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJivlXugg8h_oLc While you can see the brackets later in the video, I don't have good shots. I also had some extra lines I used the first time rigging, running from the brackets to the gin pole as I was unsure of what to do. Mark set me straight. Here are mast build pictures. smalltrimarans.com/blog/self-built-mast-for-small-trimaran/ Rus.

[@SamuelLanghorn]

@@RusinVanDyke thanks for your comments. For mast raising I will use something similar to your setup. I am surprised that 6' is enough to hold the mast stable during raising. Greetings Sam

[@RusinVanDyke]

@@SamuelLanghorn Sam, as long as the mast is light (mine is) and the stays are kept fairly tight then there is not much load on them and 6ft works. (Any higher and it can't be reached to disconnect when raising mast.). Different story if the mast is heavier and gets to drifting too much to the sides. If you can design something that can be left in place for the deck attachments, without being a tripping/snagging hazard, that would be preferable to removing and installing brackets each time. There are hinged rings available that might work. Rus

[@SamuelLanghorn]

@@RusinVanDyke thanks for your comments. I will probably go for permanently installed brackets. Greetings Sam

[@rolandorfortunato456]

Good evening sir as always nice video you mentioned centerboard but I didn't notice a trunk like in the siren and do you have two jibs or Genoas in the roller furlers.

[@RusinVanDyke]

Hi Rolando. The centerboard trunk is offset to the port side. It is under the sink and stove area and not visible until the cupboard doors are opened. The larger sail furthest forward I refer to as a Jenny (Genoa). The next one back is the smaller Jib. Neither is especially large except when compared to the size/weight of the boat and being sailed single-handed. Technically, the larger foresail is probably also a Jib as it does not quite come back past the mast except at the clew. For me, it is easier to define the two as Jib and Jenny.

[@rolandorfortunato456]

@@RusinVanDyke so If the centerboard is offset to port does the boat handle better on port tack than starboard tack.

[@RusinVanDyke]

@@rolandorfortunato456 I haven't sailed it enough to notice a difference. There is minimal heeling on a tri/cat so probably nothing readily apparent. Other tri/mono hull builders also use this design to keep the trunk clear for cabin access. If I remember I will get some video for a later upload.

[@abouelmoh]

how much did this trimaran cost you

[@RusinVanDyke]

That is a question not typically asked of a private owner by a stranger, or answered directly by me ... I just looked up a retail price on a Dragonfly 25 - about $80,000 plus VAT plus shipping. So, allowing for age and 8' shorter length you can come up with an approximation. I take my time, educate myself, do my due diligence, and watch for what I have determined is a good price when making a purchase, thus seldom overpay. That means someday when I sell this boat, after keeping it in good shape and making improvements, I should be able to offer it at a good price to someone else - plus tax and shipping. How much do you think it cost, plus tax and delivery? (Hint: delivery was kept reasonable at $1000 as the seller was headed my way on other business.) Rus Some links- www.theyachtmarket.com/en/boats-for-sale/type/sailing-boat/multihull/trimaran/ www.boattrader.com/boats/type-sail/class-sail-trimaran/ Here is an interesting tri at a "lower" price point plus tax plus shipping/delivery costs: www.boattrader.com/boat/2022-trimaran-searail-19-8906713/

[@SamuelLanghorn]

What type of winches are you using?

[@RusinVanDyke]

Hi Samuell, here is a link to the winch. www.forespar.com/products/winch-marelon.shtml Rus

[@SamuelLanghorn]

@@RusinVanDyke thanks for the details and the link. Are you happy with the winch? in some reviews I read that the plastic material does not hold up..... probably all depends how you use it. I think this winch is all I need. I will expect to use it for raising the main and maybe the jib sheet.

[@RusinVanDyke]

@@SamuelLanghorn I just read those reviews too. I don't use the winch handle so have no experience with the plastic not holding up. I just grab the line and pull! I also allow the jib/jenny to backwind first, then release the upwind sheet while quickly taking two wraps on the leeward winch and fully sheeting before it loads up. Makes for no effort to be fully sheeted. If necessary, I will then release some tension. With the Jenny having to go through the slot between its halyard and the furled jib, backwinding really helps guide it through. Otherwise, I have to seesaw the lines to clear it. You will have a larger rig to deal with (?) so I would contact the manufacturer and get their advice/input. You may need something stouter based on the complaints we both noted. Good Luck. Rus