Shade, full bimini with connectors from the dodger. Regardless of where you live you want to protect yourself from the harmful UV light. As you get older skin is more sensitive to sun.
Separate head and shower is a must , along with in mast or boom furling system , less time you need on deck , specially as I sail solo 90% of the time and as someone else said a full Bimini with connectors from the dodger is a must
Hand holds. A decent heater. Sailing is cold in this part of the world. Lake Superior last week was still 38*F. Water makers last longer in fresh water. Electric fishing down riggers and turrets for crossbow fishing or signal cannon. Figure as I get older will move from bow fishing to cross bow fishing. Getting gear on and off boat easily is a must. Next boat I get I am going to Isle Royal Camping for a week. And as much space as I can afford. Had a Landfall 43 and with minimum 7 people it felt small. And that's just the kids still living at home. It was old and cheap. It wasn't something I wouldn't sail it in Superior. Kind of like a first car. Not the greatest but it will be the base for how you judge other vehicles later. I don't want to crack bulk heads 2 days from land. Lee Boards would be nice too for on the great lakes to save labor. Building a square backed cedar strip canoe in my back yard. The market sucks now but sales are coming.
Good topic, but I don't totally agree on everything. Last year we moved from a single helm sailboat to a dual helmed boat. We just don't like the arrangement - docking can be tough when its a tie up opposite to the helm that has the engine controls. A center wheel has better all around visibility. Our new to us boat has a Raymarine Evo autohelm - now this is essential. It is far and above way better than the older fluxgate driven system - in both heavy seas and downwind. Being older ourselves, we don't get anything like as tired downwind or in heavy weather because we can trust the Evo system. Electric winches- absolutely, a must have. But, if you don't have any and are budget constrained, just add one on the cabin top and make sure all key lines will lead to it in an emergency. That's how our previous boat was, and boy did that get us out of jams many times. Last comment -don't get a 25 HP dinghy engine - us older folks just can't handle them. Nothing wrong with a small engine.
Very informational and very appreciated. My husband and I are tipping our toes in the water, so to speak, into planning to live aboard a sailboat, thinking and researching right now at this point. So this was very helpful.
If the boat comes with electric winches great. If not they can always be added later. In mast furling is pretty much a must have though. Same with the rest of the features. Great vid.
Can't agree more on the companionway - we were on a number of vessels including larger Catalinas that had companionway steps that were basically glorified ladders.
Ever item you outlined in this video is all basic things one needs to outfit your yacht properly. If one is planning on sailing long distance these items will make life much more comfortable. Thanks again Chris for information that helps us all!
Very first option should have been a Catamaran. Totally agree on everything else. Also, if you want to be a true world sailor, get heat and AC if your boat doesn't have it.
Just turned 55 today. Joining you guys on the blue in max 5 years. See you then buddies. I bike 150km a week to work. Should be good. Lol Thanks again Chris.
Years ago it was common wisdom among long distance cruisers that you avoided in-mast furling because you were screwed if it became fouled and wouldn’t work at a critical moment. Are today’s in-mast furling systems so much better that they don’t foul or jam?
all down to attitude, keep moving! my kids have been instructed to launch me of the beach in a inflatable sailing dinghy. they are to inform me my sandwiches and beer are just over the horizon.
Then I'd suggest maybe try a rubber ducky and a swimming pool. Nothing about sailing is for the feeble, these are simply things to improve your comfort and longevity
Tx for your video I enjoyed it. Just a comment - I think you meant 45 degrees or MORE (not less) - 10 degrees super steep 80 degrees not very steep at all ;)
Someone that will Captain the ship(boat) while I (the 1st mate) is below making margaritas for the crew on passage. You know the important things need taken care of.😂😂🤙 Or is it like you like to pic on us old people, haha
Sail drive vs shaft? Is sail drive really as unsafe as some make it out to be? Is shaft drives really a bullet proof design? Are manufacture’s just just trying to save costs by using sail drives? I’ve been hearing this a lot lately.
@ABC gang thank you. Surprisingly there is still so many ppl on the internet saying you need shaft drive, full keel and skeg hung rudder to cross oceans. That a sail drive will sink or vessel if you hit anything but a shaft won’t. One guy online claimed he just used a hammer to straighten his shaft. Lol I don’t know about that
Sail drive is more costly to maintain and you can not afford to defer maintenance. Shaft will take a fair amount of neglect. Haul outs can be less frequent with a good shaft installation; prop speed and anodes looked at every two years or so. Saildrive haulouts are usually an annual event.
Good topic. I wonder what the demographics are of today's cruisers? Yet, that's not an easy question to answer because of all the variables, like full time vs part-time cruiser, etc. etc.
given in Australia there are 9 vacant houses for every homeless person ABS data thanks to our government transfering the biggest shift of wealth in our country's history. I understand why the yacht market travels high. Especially trailer sailors, they are asking nearly 3 times the price. there's a lot of decent hardworking people looking at sailing away. Homes and accommodation is beyond the reach of many people.
@@colsmith7257 Australia has obscene house prices. Slowly collapsing now. Lets hope things get back to how they should be. We are not young but could not afford to live in Australia any more, having gone back to watch over ageing and sick family and had to return to the UK (a long way from London) to afford housing.
A bit off topic but what would the cost be of refitting no matter hull material a 40’ sloop racer/cruiser in a very minimalist spartan design ? Single Head with shower and tub very clean and everything easy to get to sort of like a Rat Rod.
@ABC gang something from salvage that can be rebuilt custom gutted and started anew. I think most internal designs are ridiculous. Just give me a Head a Galley and a place to put my mat for rest and storage for sails and supplies of course
@ABC gang it can be done anything and when I do it I will create a CZcams channel documenting it. You must be a baby boomer the way you are filled with so much doubt and dream killer energy ? 🙄😂🙄🤣
@ABC gang maybe my description could’ve been better but you’re complicating matters. Simply a hull 30’-50’ new rigging an engine, galley and head also storage with an open floor plan. Space flight has been privatized you act as if the subject of a custom build requires Oncologist 🙄😂🙄🤣
@ABC gang my description is fine you’re complicating matters anything can be done and the brand of the hull does not matter you’re not making any sense smh
Really? If you’re offended by this video, then you’re basically a snowflake always on the lookout for someone to be offending you. Get over it dude! Chris is speaking in general terms and giving advice for to consider if they’re getting up there in age but want to still enjoy sailing. If you’re 66 and can still handle sailing in a jungle gym, then more power to YOU, but the majority of 66 year olds will see these suggestions as very sound advice. Stop being a potato….
Nah, you can snag a swim platform on several cheap boats, snag a decent water maker call it a day, everything can be done in a budget , I know cause I'm broke
What are some features you feel make sailing as we get older easier or more efficient ?
Shade, full bimini with connectors from the dodger. Regardless of where you live you want to protect yourself from the harmful UV light. As you get older skin is more sensitive to sun.
Separate head and shower is a must , along with in mast or boom furling system , less time you need on deck , specially as I sail solo 90% of the time and as someone else said a full Bimini with connectors from the dodger is a must
All great suggestions, adding some sort of sun protection would be awesome, those UV Rey’s are a killer.
Can you also do an episode on features for a solo sailer?
Hand holds. A decent heater. Sailing is cold in this part of the world. Lake Superior last week was still 38*F. Water makers last longer in fresh water. Electric fishing down riggers and turrets for crossbow fishing or signal cannon. Figure as I get older will move from bow fishing to cross bow fishing. Getting gear on and off boat easily is a must. Next boat I get I am going to Isle Royal Camping for a week. And as much space as I can afford. Had a Landfall 43 and with minimum 7 people it felt small. And that's just the kids still living at home. It was old and cheap. It wasn't something I wouldn't sail it in Superior. Kind of like a first car. Not the greatest but it will be the base for how you judge other vehicles later. I don't want to crack bulk heads 2 days from land. Lee Boards would be nice too for on the great lakes to save labor. Building a square backed cedar strip canoe in my back yard. The market sucks now but sales are coming.
Good topic, but I don't totally agree on everything. Last year we moved from a single helm sailboat to a dual helmed boat. We just don't like the arrangement - docking can be tough when its a tie up opposite to the helm that has the engine controls. A center wheel has better all around visibility. Our new to us boat has a Raymarine Evo autohelm - now this is essential. It is far and above way better than the older fluxgate driven system - in both heavy seas and downwind. Being older ourselves, we don't get anything like as tired downwind or in heavy weather because we can trust the Evo system. Electric winches- absolutely, a must have. But, if you don't have any and are budget constrained, just add one on the cabin top and make sure all key lines will lead to it in an emergency. That's how our previous boat was, and boy did that get us out of jams many times. Last comment -don't get a 25 HP dinghy engine - us older folks just can't handle them. Nothing wrong with a small engine.
Very informational and very appreciated. My husband and I are tipping our toes in the water, so to speak, into planning to live aboard a sailboat, thinking and researching right now at this point. So this was very helpful.
Thank you for thinking of us that are getting on in years. Much appreciated!
If the boat comes with electric winches great. If not they can always be added later. In mast furling is pretty much a must have though. Same with the rest of the features. Great vid.
Can't agree more on the companionway - we were on a number of vessels including larger Catalinas that had companionway steps that were basically glorified ladders.
Ever item you outlined in this video is all basic things one needs to outfit your yacht properly. If one is planning on sailing long distance these items will make life much more comfortable. Thanks again Chris for information that helps us all!
Very first option should have been a Catamaran. Totally agree on everything else. Also, if you want to be a true world sailor, get heat and AC if your boat doesn't have it.
I hate that you are speaking to me, but you are totally speaking to me
Awe, it's okay, age like fine wine, time to live your best life
Just turned 55 today. Joining you guys on the blue in max 5 years. See you then buddies. I bike 150km a week to work. Should be good. Lol Thanks again Chris.
Happy birthday my man 🎉🎉🎉
Years ago it was common wisdom among long distance cruisers that you avoided in-mast furling because you were screwed if it became fouled and wouldn’t work at a critical moment. Are today’s in-mast furling systems so much better that they don’t foul or jam?
Nope
I'd rather replace all that with a good workout routine. being old not necessarily mean feebleness.
all down to attitude, keep moving!
my kids have been instructed to launch me of the beach in a inflatable sailing dinghy.
they are to inform me my sandwiches and beer are just over the horizon.
Then I'd suggest maybe try a rubber ducky and a swimming pool. Nothing about sailing is for the feeble, these are simply things to improve your comfort and longevity
buy a Alberg Rassy, not a Tupperware like that
Good diagram of water maker. Are hydraulic wenches for much larger vessels ? Why electric not hydraulic
Did you make this for me? Lol!
Sound advice in my opinion.
Tx for your video I enjoyed it. Just a comment - I think you meant 45 degrees or MORE (not less) - 10 degrees super steep 80 degrees not very steep at all ;)
The beginnings og this video is so typical USA falls. Think about it. Please?
I am not American, relax
Someone that will Captain the ship(boat) while I (the 1st mate) is below making margaritas for the crew on passage. You know the important things need taken care of.😂😂🤙 Or is it like you like to pic on us old people, haha
Im old lol , I sound like a child but im no spring chicken
Sail drive vs shaft? Is sail drive really as unsafe as some make it out to be? Is shaft drives really a bullet proof design? Are manufacture’s just just trying to save costs by using sail drives? I’ve been hearing this a lot lately.
@ABC gang thank you. Surprisingly there is still so many ppl on the internet saying you need shaft drive, full keel and skeg hung rudder to cross oceans. That a sail drive will sink or vessel if you hit anything but a shaft won’t. One guy online claimed he just used a hammer to straighten his shaft. Lol I don’t know about that
Sail drive is more costly to maintain and you can not afford to defer maintenance. Shaft will take a fair amount of neglect. Haul outs can be less frequent with a good shaft installation; prop speed and anodes looked at every two years or so. Saildrive haulouts are usually an annual event.
Good topic. I wonder what the demographics are of today's cruisers? Yet, that's not an easy question to answer because of all the variables, like full time vs part-time cruiser, etc. etc.
I can tell you 90% of my viewers are over 45
given in Australia there are 9 vacant houses for every homeless person ABS data thanks to our government transfering the biggest shift of wealth in our country's history.
I understand why the yacht market travels high.
Especially trailer sailors, they are asking nearly 3 times the price.
there's a lot of decent hardworking people looking at sailing away. Homes and accommodation is beyond the reach of many people.
@@colsmith7257 Australia has obscene house prices. Slowly collapsing now. Lets hope things get back to how they should be. We are not young but could not afford to live in Australia any more, having gone back to watch over ageing and sick family and had to return to the UK (a long way from London) to afford housing.
perchance to dream, I loved the rude awakening with Cher.
anyway must leave to for work.
one day closer.
I get shingles vaccine advertisement prior to the video ... haha. These f§&#er.
CZcams is absurd
All I see are young people and $500k boat, this ain't my video...
A bit off topic but what would the cost be of refitting no matter hull material a 40’ sloop racer/cruiser in a very minimalist spartan design ? Single Head with shower and tub very clean and everything easy to get to sort of like a Rat Rod.
@ABC gang something from salvage that can be rebuilt custom gutted and started anew. I think most internal designs are ridiculous. Just give me a Head a Galley and a place to put my mat for rest and storage for sails and supplies of course
@ABC gang it can be done anything and when I do it I will create a CZcams channel documenting it. You must be a baby boomer the way you are filled with so much doubt and dream killer energy ? 🙄😂🙄🤣
@ABC gang maybe my description could’ve been better but you’re complicating matters. Simply a hull 30’-50’ new rigging an engine, galley and head also storage with an open floor plan. Space flight has been privatized you act as if the subject of a custom build requires Oncologist 🙄😂🙄🤣
@ABC gang my description is fine you’re complicating matters anything can be done and the brand of the hull does not matter you’re not making any sense smh
@ABC gang yea and gestamation is a word Einstein smh
This is so patronising its offensive. Im 66 and perfectly able to drop anyone who speaks to me like this
Really? If you’re offended by this video, then you’re basically a snowflake always on the lookout for someone to be offending you. Get over it dude! Chris is speaking in general terms and giving advice for to consider if they’re getting up there in age but want to still enjoy sailing. If you’re 66 and can still handle sailing in a jungle gym, then more power to YOU, but the majority of 66 year olds will see these suggestions as very sound advice. Stop being a potato….
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This is for multi millionairs only.
Nah, you can snag a swim platform on several cheap boats, snag a decent water maker call it a day, everything can be done in a budget , I know cause I'm broke