Hey I just noticed your Missouri plate behind ya. I’m assuming you’re from there. That’s where I live but just bought my new to me sailboat that’s currently in Texas. I hope to be in Florida by next year
Good eye, I'm from near Springfield Mo. That sounds exciting! Are you planning on following the coast over to Florida or jumping straight across the gulf?
Hey man! Super cool that you're out facing these challenges! I did the same when I was 25 starting in the Florida Keys as well. 6 years later I'm still at it. Currently in Rio Dulce, Guatemala with my boat. If you can afford it I'd recommend you buy yourself some 5/16 chain. Mother Ocean in Key Largo sells some usually.. Get 100 feet at least. Also, those danforths anchors don't work when there's heavy wind shifts. It's better to sit on a single oversized anchor in my opinion. A single anchor also greatly reduces fowling issues. Sorry to be "that guy" haha... The first year out on the water is definitely the hardest! There's so much to learn. Keep your head up.
I appreciate all the "that guy" feedback. I've obviously got a lot to learn still which is why I like sharing my failures to see what I could be doing different. I have heard from several people now about mother ocean so will have to swing by and see what they have. I also keep hearing an oversized rocna anchor is the way to go. They are pretty pricy but at this point if it'll keep the boat in place then probably worth it.
That also sounds like quite the adventure you've been on yourself! That's the dream here but gotta survive the first year and see where the wind takes me from there.
@@damonrust you're doing it right. Being willing to fail is the key to success. And the fact that you're comfortable showing it is great. I've been sailing engineless for 7500nm now. Had my fair share of scary situations happen. It keeps me feeling like im really living haha! Maybe I'll see you out there one day.
Be sure you have an exit plan. You could get tropical storms coming up from the western Caribbean and GoM on you within a matter of days. Already two systems popped up there in the last week. With the right conditions they can head NE in a hurry. Also, you should think carefully about your anchor gear and strategy. Not a big fan of multiple anchors--more to deal with when shit goes sideways--as you now know. One anchor, properly sized and set, should be more than enough for a boat like yours. Simple is good. Fair winds my young friend.
I agree, I have gone ahead and got a slip inside the harbor here as my anchoring setup is definitely not adequate enough yet to survive any bigger storms. I'm planning on staying tied up here till the peak of the season passes and in the meantime, will be working on sizing up my anchor and doubling my chain.
I have gone ahead and got a slip here in the harbour so I can tie off for the peak of the season. I am pulling all the sails and panels off today. Only time will tell now.
Be sure to track down the missing blades. You’ll likely find the in the intake side of your oil cooler. (Good job!) That zinc coated chain will rust really fast. You need galvanized chain. It will last years. All shackles should be “moused” with monel or stainless steel wire. As another commented said, that is what the hole in the shackle pin is for. Wire through the pin’s hole and around the shackle arm, at least three strands. The Bruce type anchor you have likes lots of scope. You can also rig up a cantenary weight to run down your anchor rhode to help keep the pull horizontal on the anchor’s shank more horizontal. When you can afford a new anchor, look at a Mantus. Best anchor I’ve used in 50 years of boating.
Thanks Captain Salty, I double checked and I did grab the galvanized chain so glad to hear it will last a long time. I did make sure to go back over and "mouse" the shackles after hearing from both you and the other comment. I hadn't heard of that before so glad you all brought it to my attention. I will definitely look into a Mantus anchor and see if I can find any deals on one along the way. I agree that after that incident I could use a upgrade in the anchor as well
I wish I could go back 45 years and do what you're doing. It never occurred to me. Green with envy. A pattern on youtube, when youtubers start to run out of content they start to point the camera at their own faces a lot. That's when I stop watching. I prefer channels where I can see what you are seeing. I prefer when them on screen is more of an event. Wherever you ware, whatever you can see, it for sure is not our house or office or cubicle. Take us with you. That's my 2 cents. Show us what we cant see from where we are.
Thank you, I enjoy making these videos to try and bring along everyone on the adventure as well. I will do my best to keep showcasing the new sights along the way!
Hi Damn, I'm a long time cruising sailor from New Zealand giving my boat some needed maintenance before continuing home to NZ .. love your videos. You need to cease wire your shackle pin to the shackle itself, this is what the hole in the shackle pin is for.Otherwise your pin will work loose and you will lose your anchor or worse lose your boat. Keep your adventure videos coming.. Cheers S.
Thank you for the tip, I just Googled how to tie it off to seize the pin and will do that when I get back this evening. When I deployed the anchor I used a screw driver for leverage to really tighten the pin down but it still had me a bit nervous. I didn't know of this method. Fair winds on your journey back home.
This is how sailing channels should be. Just sailing activities. Everyone tries to make them all cinematic like a Michael Bay movie, drone shots, and fancy with a 1 minute intro nobody cares about.
I saved ya. but I need you here as soon as possible. cause it's the anchor rope is wrapped around the bottom of the boat and pulled ya loose. you're stuck hanging backwards. heading towards the bridge.
Damon it's Doc. You need to get back over to your boat like as fast as possible. Your anchor broke loose and I saved it from going under the bridge but it's barely hanging in there I need you to get back to the boat dock as fast as possible
Damon Rust. Young and fearless. "Just wanted to climb the mast". Good on you Damon. I'm 79 and purchased my first sail boat, learned to sail, and did a lot of day sailing on the Coco Solo side of the Panama Canal Zone That was in 1970 to 1973 when the Canal Zone was a US possession. Like the catchy music. Subscribed
Yes it did! I guess RU-vid decided to push it out which was a nice surprise. Thanks for following along on my trip and I do have a Patreon that you can find at patreon.com/damonrust :)
