When the wind backs in a gust it means the gust is centred roughly abeam or aft. Gusts fan out as they hit the water so on port tack, the wind will back and you’ll get lifted. If the gust is ahead of you and anywhere to leeward, it will veer and you’ll get headed. Hence on a gusty day wind direction changes as much as the wind strength. But you knew that 😉
loved how your boat handled those wind gust you had it set up nice for an easy sail ,i,m just trying to imagine how i would went about on a light weight 700 kg 18 ft sail boat would be hard work them gusts constantly on my guard ,letting out main sail
I've noticed in the past how you prefer to set a sail plan and not pay too much attention. I'm the opposite. Trimming and steering al the time, pinching wind when close hauled. Means if I'm going to have tea there needs to be crew though!!!
that's our mooring in your opening shot ! Sad our boat is out of the water for winter – would've been lovely to have waved hello to you if we'd seen you. Another excellent and very informative episode – thanks so much for making and sharing them
I really enjoyed this bonus Indian summer sail. Well done on the excellent solo stern to mooring. You didn't need it because you were being blown in, but I was wondering if as first line you've ever tried a (in this case starboard)stern-bridle….or maybe a short midship line both of which you can get alongside by driving fwd on if being blown off?
Well managed as usual Mike. I'm often sailing with the same wind conditions but I'm fortunate enough to live in a country with a lot less current and tidel difference than you need to add into the mix and the waters around here is almost impossible to run aground in. Your likely to hit the rock face before your keel strikes the bottom. Not entirely true but you get the idea. Good boat handeling skils 👍( I guess it's because you love sailing) Best regards from Jarle
How weird, you are having warmth and sunshine in Liverpool England in November and we down here in South Australia have rain, cold and dark skies in November. it was so rough I had to wait 2 days after my booking to go on holiday to Kangaroo Island because Backstairs Passage was so rough
Now that’s a pleasant day in November. Unfortunately, where I am at, the water is hard and the boat is on its stand. I’m a little bit envious! It’s some time till spring.
It is always interesting to me to see how you handle the incoming and outgoing tides. We do not have that kind of tidal range where I sail so I am always learning. Great job!
Our boat has twin rudders on a planing hull and is set up with virtually no weatherhelm. This was disconcerting to me at first, but I have learned to sail using the track to spill off the wind and continue on course… the opposite of relaxed sailing of course! 😉… but that’s what I love in my sailing! 😎 A bit of trivia, but ”Aslan” means ”Lion” 🦁 in Turkish… so an unusual name for the Sadler, unless it is by chance…🍀
Im after learning to sail,or just giving it a quick try as you seem to be the only guy around that gets out of the marina how's about it? , ,im local,understand basic scouse,,and happy to throw some diesel money in,,,,,oh not sure if I'll like it or hate it
Another great video…the wind you were talking about…is that the funnel effect caused by the straits….we get it alot in the Dee estuary….and the Mersey…..
Welcome back. Nice one.
When the wind backs in a gust it means the gust is centred roughly abeam or aft. Gusts fan out as they hit the water so on port tack, the wind will back and you’ll get lifted. If the gust is ahead of you and anywhere to leeward, it will veer and you’ll get headed. Hence on a gusty day wind direction changes as much as the wind strength. But you knew that 😉
Nice day and swimming👍⛵
Well moored excellent demonstration. I can only hope. Great vid as usual
Mines just on the hardstanding there!
loved how your boat handled those wind gust you had it set up nice for an easy sail ,i,m just trying to imagine how i would went about on a light weight 700 kg 18 ft sail boat would be hard work them gusts constantly on my guard ,letting out main sail
I've noticed in the past how you prefer to set a sail plan and not pay too much attention. I'm the opposite. Trimming and steering al the time, pinching wind when close hauled. Means if I'm going to have tea there needs to be crew though!!!
Brilliant docking!!!!
Brilliant Mike. A beautifully executed reverse berthing.👍
Impressive mooring astern .
I enjoy watching the work and decision-making process that you show. Thanks!
Even watching through the camera, I could almost feel the heel when you got that 30-knot gust. Really cool!
Superb video and effortless boat handling!
Lovely footage and great commentary as always. I really enjoy your videos a lot Mike 🙂 Cheers from Denmark!
that's our mooring in your opening shot ! Sad our boat is out of the water for winter – would've been lovely to have waved hello to you if we'd seen you. Another excellent and very informative episode – thanks so much for making and sharing them
Thanks for taking us along Mike, always an enjoyable journey!
I really enjoyed this bonus Indian summer sail.
Well done on the excellent solo stern to mooring.
You didn't need it because you were being blown in, but I was wondering if as first line you've ever tried a (in this case starboard)stern-bridle….or maybe a short midship line both of which you can get alongside by driving fwd on if being blown off?
Well managed as usual Mike. I'm often sailing with the same wind conditions but I'm fortunate enough to live in a country with a lot less current and tidel difference than you need to add into the mix and the waters around here is almost impossible to run aground in. Your likely to hit the rock face before your keel strikes the bottom. Not entirely true but you get the idea. Good boat handeling skils 👍( I guess it's because you love sailing)
Best regards from Jarle
How weird, you are having warmth and sunshine in Liverpool England in November and we down here in South Australia have rain, cold and dark skies in November. it was so rough I had to wait 2 days after my booking to go on holiday to Kangaroo Island because Backstairs Passage was so rough
"No sooner than I think I'm in control….."
Definitely a sailor.
Now that’s a pleasant day in November. Unfortunately, where I am at, the water is hard and the boat is on its stand. I’m a little bit envious! It’s some time till spring.
Excellent as always 👍🏻
It is always interesting to me to see how you handle the incoming and outgoing tides. We do not have that kind of tidal range where I sail so I am always learning. Great job!
Our boat has twin rudders on a planing hull and is set up with virtually no weatherhelm. This was disconcerting to me at first, but I have learned to sail using the track to spill off the wind and continue on course… the opposite of relaxed sailing of course! 😉… but that’s what I love in my sailing! 😎
A bit of trivia, but ”Aslan” means ”Lion” 🦁 in Turkish… so an unusual name for the Sadler, unless it is by chance…🍀
Im after learning to sail,or just giving it a quick try as you seem to be the only guy around that gets out of the marina how's about it? , ,im local,understand basic scouse,,and happy to throw some diesel money in,,,,,oh not sure if I'll like it or hate it
Another great video…the wind you were talking about…is that the funnel effect caused by the straits….we get it alot in the Dee estuary….and the Mersey…..