He's a seafaring navigator. She's a freelance writer and photographer. High school sweethearts, they were married in 1977, raised their children and spoil their grandchildren. After 30 years, they finally stopped dreaming about owning a sailboat. They bought an ‘86 Catalina 22 in September 2014. Capitalizing on their Celtic roots, the boat is named “Seanachai” (pronounced shawn-a-key), which means Storyteller. You’ve found the place where they post some of their adventures, special projects and lessons learned. Comments welcome!
Hi...thanks for the great video. I am thinking of buying an 86 (or newer) Catalina 22. I notice you have a bimini. What size is your bimini? Thanks, Steve
Hi @stevebailey1682. Thanks for stopping by. So glad you liked the video! We find the Bimini really makes a difference in the hot summer days and long cruises. Here's what we bought in 2022 from Amazon: Seamander 3 Bow Bimini Top Boat Cover 4 Straps for Front and Rear Includes with Mounting Hardware (3Bow 6'L x 79"-84" W x 46" H)
@@stevebailey1682 The frame is fine, but the fabric was starting to fray a bit, but we were able to get replacement. Overall, pleased with the product.
This was a great video showing the inside of the Catalina 22. Me and my wife have been trying to think if we could set up a 22 for our family, and not many videos show the inside layout well. Or they have it completely gutted for racing. Nice to see someone using a 22 as an overnight camper. I like the towel for holding doors.. id e just thought to throw them in. But i like theat you keep them safe and dry. I know this video is old so i hope you enjoyed the trip and took many more after. But thanks so much for the episode and showing the inside.
Thanks for stopping by @sampsanity. We find Seanachai pretty comfortable for cruising for 2...not sure how many others you're looking to have aboard. But for a weekend with small kids it would probably be fun. The longest we've ever cruised at one time was 10 nights. I'd be lying if I said it looked that organized during the trip! 🤣
@@lizmccafferty-seanachai3694 thanks again for all the info. Most likely it'll be me solo sailing as I learn more. We will probably only do short trips with the kids for now because they are still small, for the most part. But as they get older and I get better, we will probably look into a larger boat. But I really wanted something for solo or two, but could also bring my kids occasionally. So I think it'll work out perfect for us. I found one for sale recently and I'm saving up and hopefully this winter we will start our new journey.
You've got that boat organized, I love it. Your sewing skills really come in handy and such great ideas. When you said at the end of the video, we have a cover that goes over the entire boat, somehow I already knew that. ❤ Fair winds and following seas ⛵
Hello @harringtonb2, thanks for stopping by. In 2019 dollars, it was about $530...About 2:58 into this video "Five Surprising Things I Learned...", you can grab a screen shot of the materials list I used from Sailrite--an amazing source for a first time DIY. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-vRLoEXNV1CI.html.
I am deeply impressed not only with the work done on the boat but also the production values for the videos. Ive been looking at trailer boats and your videos have caught my attention for the Catalina 22. Thank you
Thanks so much, @jeffhamer633, kind comments such as yours encourage us to keep telling our stories. We just came back from trailering Seanachai about 1200 miles (round trip) for a 7 night cruise. We couldn't be happier with our C-22 decision.
Looks good. How would it work if you were single handed? Do you have something to keep the mast centered and stopping it from falling off to one side or the other? I am usually launching my boat on my own. My system is more elaborate due to that, but I like the simplicity of yours. Great video.
The Catalina is a good boat. I like your clever organization , especially regarding the drop boards. . Did you do the bright work on the outside of the cabin? Paul
Hi @pauljessome5718, thanks for stopping by and for the kind comments. Before I made this video in 2020, we sanded down just the crib boards and stained with Sikkens Cetol Marine Natural Teak and a coat of Cetol Marine Gloss. Very shiny, but not really our taste. About a year ago the Captain cleaned and sanded all the outside teak (hatch guides, handrails, eyebrows, cubby holes, crib boards and tiller) used a teak brightener and then two coats of Starlight "Classic Teak" teak sealer. Seems to be holding up well.
@@lizmccafferty-seanachai3694 Great, as an old salt I appreciate folk who care for their boat as it gives back what it receives. A sound boat in a storm is a very good thing. I have owned a variety of boats , one being a Catalina 25. Fair winds two both of you Paul in Canada
Thanks for sharing. My son (34) is purchasing a 1984 Catalina 25 this weekend. I love how you store your door in the towel slip you made for it. I'm looking forward to helping him fix his now boat up and taking it out for a week or so. I'm now 65, and did a bit of sailing as a kid on a sunfish, but that's about it. He's taken a few sailing classes so I'll just be crewing for him.
Thanks for stopping by and the kind words. All the best to you and your son on the next adventure. While I never expected we'd start Catalina 22 sailing at 58, I must say it's been amazing--and hard to believe we're about to celebrate our 10th anniversary with Seanachai!
Yes, @filmsbyphil. We learned this method by watching other C22 trailer sailors. Check out our videos "Destination: Charleston" and "Destination: McClellanville (#1 and #5) to see how the seasoned sailors handle the furling gear.
Liz - just discovered your channel and I’m loving all the great content. Some the clearest and best presented info on Catalina 22’s on the web. I’m in Australia and trying to secure a Boomaroo 22 , the Australian made version of the Cat 22 - there were plenty made here but they are all tightly held.
Thanks so much for the very kind words. All the best in your search, and I hope you find exactly what you're looking for...these boats are so enjoyable. Seananchai has been really good for us, on so many levels.
Hi KemosabeLarry! Thanks so much for the comments on this series. It takes a lot of time for me to put these videos together, but it's comments like yours --showing you really appreciate the effort-- that give me the encouragement to make some more. For now, you made my day!! Thanks again!
Hi KemosabeLarry! Thanks for taking the time to comment on this series. It takes me a long time to put these together, but it's comments like yours--that show you appreciate the effort--which encourage me to make more. For now, you really made my day! Thanks!
I'll never forget Hugo! Old growth live oak decimation!. Waterway Anchorages were charged forever. We made annual pilgrimages to Georgetown Boat Show, from q Charleston, along your courses. Seen many changes; primarily ICW build up.
Hi jdft.w836. Thanks for reaching out. We've been sailing. Tying together some loose ends for the next adventure...Oct. 24-30, Charleston to McClellanville, SC. Much editing to do for last trip..10 days on C-22: Charleston to Dufuskie. Folks like you encourage us to keep making videos. Thanks again! All the best for you and your work ahead!
Where do all the Catalina 22 folks purchase their Bimini Tops? The look great and provide so much shade. I notice some can not be up when sailing and that would not work for me. I really like yours. My boat is a 1985 Pop Top.
Hi Ben, We bought our Bimini online...I think we originally heard about this through $tingy Sailor...Seamander 3 Bow Bimini Top from Amazon (3Bow 6'L x 79"-84" W x 46" H Light Grey) We have it up when we sail sometimes...Since I'm not at the helm, I can't say if it's a problem...but it's better for me as a photographer if it's down!
Did you have the cushions recovered at a "Boat Place" or an ordinary reupholstery place? Do you remember about how much it cost as mine really need to be reupholstered.
Hello Ben Kanobe. Thanks for dropping by. I did the reupholstery work on those cushions. Here's a little video on some things I learned when I did it... ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-vRLoEXNV1CI.html
Hi Ben, We purchased ours used and "refurbished" from a Craig's List guy in North Carolina, about 8 years ago. They were $50 each then. I know you can buy them; new Brownell's run about $200 each.
