Stepping the Mast: Yves Gélinas’ Approach
I describe how Yves Gélinas taught me to step the mast on Jean-du-Sud. The approach takes a day and no additional equipment… if the boat is properly configured.
Pier du Sud est capitaine de voilier, marin et instructeur de voile. Il rédige des textes sur la voile, la navigation et les voyages en mer.
Repowering An Alberg 30: Final Remarks
I have finished Jean-du-Sud’s power train install. I answer why I chose a Beta Marine 20, detail the unforeseen costs and analyze the install time.
Repowering an Alberg 30 (part 3)
This text is about useful knowledge that should be understood prior to a power train install. It reduces the installation time and saves money.
Finishing an Epoxy Job (Underwater)
This video helps understanding how to finish an (underwater) epoxy job.
Repowering an Alberg 30 (part 2)
This post is my answer to the following question: why was so much extra-time required for the install? I list out seven elements related to the power train install that had an impact on the required time.
Paper Charts: A Look at Five Countries
An update on paper charts carryage requirements in the UK, France, Germany, the USA and Canada.
RYA and Sail Canada Programs: 11 Differences
I recently completed the YachtMaster Offshore preparation course, took the theory and practical exams and was awarded the certificate. Below, I discuss the eleven most striking differences with Sail Canada’s keelboat sailing program.
Three Great Videos on Fiberglass
As I am deep into intallation of engine bearers, I am educating myself on how to properly do fiberglass layers over wood. I found the three videos below, by BoatWorks Today, to be quite useful. They are short and easy to understand.