Daydreamer
SAILOR
I bought the gimbal through New Ocean Wave.
http://www.newoceanwave.com/shop/
Pretty pricey but works fantastic.
No affiliation.
http://www.newoceanwave.com/shop/
Pretty pricey but works fantastic.
No affiliation.
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Nightmare's Saga
- Thread starter Daydreamer
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Daydreamer
SAILOR
My wife came to help this weekend so we tackled those projects that require two people.
Re-bedding the jib tracks and re-installing the toe rails.
Re-bedding the jib tracks and re-installing the toe rails.
Daydreamer
SAILOR
I've been working with the Iridium Go lately.
The initial setup wasn't too painful and using the texting and voice call feature is pretty straight forward.
It compresses photos from my phone or iPad and sends via text or email. They are not hi-def but decent.
it has a three day spot forecast similar to the Ocens from the Inreach.
The GMDSS bulletins download quickly.
The gribs from Predict Wind load slowly but consistently.
We have a lot of trees and the signal is pretty jumpy as the satellites pass, but the download doesn't have to start over with the handoff.
Getting the gribs through Inavx is mostly elusive. I was able to download one yesterday but am unable to duplicate today.
The initial setup wasn't too painful and using the texting and voice call feature is pretty straight forward.
It compresses photos from my phone or iPad and sends via text or email. They are not hi-def but decent.
it has a three day spot forecast similar to the Ocens from the Inreach.
The GMDSS bulletins download quickly.
The gribs from Predict Wind load slowly but consistently.
We have a lot of trees and the signal is pretty jumpy as the satellites pass, but the download doesn't have to start over with the handoff.
Getting the gribs through Inavx is mostly elusive. I was able to download one yesterday but am unable to duplicate today.
I also use PredictWind. For racing it's outlawed so I chose SailGrib WR, an app, to easily download Grib files. qtVlm is another option I know of. If I had the money I might consider a Windows based tablet and use OpenCPN, qtVlm and maybe a few plug ins for OpenCPN.
My unsolicited two cents ...
Daydreamer
SAILOR
Thanks PJ, looks like a nice app, however I don't have any android based devices.
The InavX is my chosen WX delivery system. I just need to get the settings right with the iridium mail.
The InavX is my chosen WX delivery system. I just need to get the settings right with the iridium mail.
Daydreamer
SAILOR
As a backup for weather data I bought a Tecsun PL-880, made by Kaito, and loaded the Black Cat app on the iPad.
I can occasionally tune in Honolulu and hear the fax signal but there is too much noise to decode a clear picture.
Talking with Ken, our local ham guru, he suggested being on the water and away from interference might help.
We plugged my radio into one of his antenna and improved the signal but not to the clarity of his high end equipment.
I am going to lengthen the external antenna and run it up a halyard to see if that helps.
I can occasionally tune in Honolulu and hear the fax signal but there is too much noise to decode a clear picture.
Talking with Ken, our local ham guru, he suggested being on the water and away from interference might help.
We plugged my radio into one of his antenna and improved the signal but not to the clarity of his high end equipment.
I am going to lengthen the external antenna and run it up a halyard to see if that helps.
The Smokester
New member
I've had the PL-880 for several years. Great radio! I experience MUCH lower noise out on the ocean.
Daydreamer
SAILOR
Good to hear that!
I also bought adapter cables to use the line out jack from the radio. The iPad needs a TRRS connector adapted to the TRS on the radio. Actually the radio would be TS as line out is one way but TRS will work.
Found them on Amazon.
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Daydreamer
SAILOR
Getting the GRIBS from saildocs has become consistent. YAY !
Does anyone know how to get the OPC surface pressure charts through the iridium go sat-phone?
I can't seem to get it from the web. File too big?
Hoping offshore the SW receiver will pull in a clean enough signal to get the fax with Black cat app.
I did manage to get over to Berkeley Marine Center for a haul and hang so I could get the lower rudder bushing fitted properly. Tiller is light and smooth.
The AP and the skipper don't need to work any harder than necessary steering all the way to Kauai.
Building a spare gooseneck and mount for the mast from stainless. Just in case.
Does anyone know how to get the OPC surface pressure charts through the iridium go sat-phone?
I can't seem to get it from the web. File too big?
Hoping offshore the SW receiver will pull in a clean enough signal to get the fax with Black cat app.
I did manage to get over to Berkeley Marine Center for a haul and hang so I could get the lower rudder bushing fitted properly. Tiller is light and smooth.
The AP and the skipper don't need to work any harder than necessary steering all the way to Kauai.
Building a spare gooseneck and mount for the mast from stainless. Just in case.
Daydreamer
SAILOR
Difficult to fathom it's been two months since we left for Kauai !?!
Did I really just sail a tiny plastic boat to Hawaii and back?!!! Yep.
Nightmare is an amazing boat and did all the work.
Solar panels, 200 watts, kept the batteries charged even through overcast days with the autopilot driving most of the time.
The Iridium Go downloaded gribs to the iPad twice a day. Texted my wife and friends daily and got email position reports from the race committee.
Phoned home every three days. Connection dropped occasionally and had poor audio couple times. Redialing seemed to take care of that.
The autopilot was a trooper steering. However the response to quartering seas could have been better. That's when I steered more, and when the swell built.
Food and water supplies were plentiful and the Jetboil on the gimbal worked great.
Only had a couple things break during the race. The swivel for the spinnaker pole downhaul parted from the deck, and the bridle for the pole parted as well. All on separate occasions.
Kept fixing those things and trying the fly the stupid thing anyway.
The biggest trouble with the kite was the apparent wind. Trimming for 130-150 app. the boat would surf and accelerate bringing the wind to 90 apparent or less.
Things worked best with the kite over trimmed and me steering to help the wind back of 120.
It was really sloppy and wasn't any faster than surfing DDW with a poled out jib, which is what I used most of the time.
Did I really just sail a tiny plastic boat to Hawaii and back?!!! Yep.
Nightmare is an amazing boat and did all the work.
Solar panels, 200 watts, kept the batteries charged even through overcast days with the autopilot driving most of the time.
The Iridium Go downloaded gribs to the iPad twice a day. Texted my wife and friends daily and got email position reports from the race committee.
Phoned home every three days. Connection dropped occasionally and had poor audio couple times. Redialing seemed to take care of that.
The autopilot was a trooper steering. However the response to quartering seas could have been better. That's when I steered more, and when the swell built.
Food and water supplies were plentiful and the Jetboil on the gimbal worked great.
Only had a couple things break during the race. The swivel for the spinnaker pole downhaul parted from the deck, and the bridle for the pole parted as well. All on separate occasions.
Kept fixing those things and trying the fly the stupid thing anyway.
The biggest trouble with the kite was the apparent wind. Trimming for 130-150 app. the boat would surf and accelerate bringing the wind to 90 apparent or less.
Things worked best with the kite over trimmed and me steering to help the wind back of 120.
It was really sloppy and wasn't any faster than surfing DDW with a poled out jib, which is what I used most of the time.
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Daydreamer
SAILOR
A follow up to previous posts regarding the Jetboil cook system.
My burner is 12 years old and finally started having problems during the return from Hanalei Bay.
Difficult to light, inconsistent flame, longer boil times.
The perforated metal diffuser had burned away.
I contacted Jetboil to see if they had parts available. Unfortunately no.
Researching a replacement I discovered they offer a couple versions of the original, plus and array of camp stoves.
The basic original style Jetboil is available in a "boil only" version called the "Flash", and the flame is not adjustable.
The "Micromo, Minimo, & Sumo" versions have a burner that can be controlled to simmer.
I'll most likely replace my original cook system with the Sumo unit that has a larger cup and is interchangeable with my original cup.
I have no affiliation, just a fan sharing information.
My burner is 12 years old and finally started having problems during the return from Hanalei Bay.
Difficult to light, inconsistent flame, longer boil times.
The perforated metal diffuser had burned away.
I contacted Jetboil to see if they had parts available. Unfortunately no.
Researching a replacement I discovered they offer a couple versions of the original, plus and array of camp stoves.
The basic original style Jetboil is available in a "boil only" version called the "Flash", and the flame is not adjustable.
The "Micromo, Minimo, & Sumo" versions have a burner that can be controlled to simmer.
I'll most likely replace my original cook system with the Sumo unit that has a larger cup and is interchangeable with my original cup.
I have no affiliation, just a fan sharing information.
Thanks Greg, that would explain my own experience. I shoulda RTFM. I was gifted the "Java Flash" years ago, which lives on the boat for French pressing and add-hot-water oatmeals etc. Like it so much I bought a 2nd for camping. On that one, the little ceramic insulating bit around the sparker (or whatever that little wire is called) broke in such way that I have to make sure to adjust the sparker perfectly or it won't start. Still works fine once started, but I was disappointed in the breakage after only a few uses. Won't stop me from also considering upgrading to a simmerable Jetboil and adding "make a gimbal" to the projects list, though!
- fellow fan.
Daydreamer
SAILOR
Thank you thank you thank you!!
To all who've helped me out along the way with info, deals, time and effort.
The SSS and SHTP committees, family and friends.
Especially my wife, who quietly supported me even though she shook her head and rolled her eyes when she thought I wasn't looking.
I feel so very blessed in so many ways.
To all who've helped me out along the way with info, deals, time and effort.
The SSS and SHTP committees, family and friends.
Especially my wife, who quietly supported me even though she shook her head and rolled her eyes when she thought I wasn't looking.
I feel so very blessed in so many ways.
Daydreamer
SAILOR
Here is a screen shot of my track to Hanalei Bay
And another of the return trip.
And another of the return trip.
Daydreamer
SAILOR
During SHTP and return I would occasionally sleep through and alarm, it's sound blending in with all the others in my dreams.
My wife found this the other day.
I thought it would be a sure fire way to make sure you don't sleep through your alarm.
My wife found this the other day.
I thought it would be a sure fire way to make sure you don't sleep through your alarm.
Daydreamer
SAILOR
My chapter of Nightmares Saga has ended.
She has a new steward who intends to compete in the 2020 SHTP.
He is welcome to continue this thread so we can keep up with his and Nightmares on going adventures.
Don't worry, I'll be around.
I'm sure I can find something to help with on the race deck or SHTP committee.
I'll also be available for crew and deliveries.
She has a new steward who intends to compete in the 2020 SHTP.
He is welcome to continue this thread so we can keep up with his and Nightmares on going adventures.
Don't worry, I'll be around.
I'm sure I can find something to help with on the race deck or SHTP committee.
I'll also be available for crew and deliveries.
SoulSailor
New member
Hey there! I'm the new owner of Nightmare-- just got her a few days ago! In the sale I received the panel and the steel frame, but not the other components-- I'd love to discuss the setup in more detail with you sometime. Moreover, let me know if you're ever in the Bay and want to go for a sail. I love this thread by the way-- so great to be able to see the method behind these things! Thank you!
Daydreamer
SAILOR
Congratulations SoulSailor!
I'll be happy to share anything I can.
Though I'm sure there have been some changes since I owned her.
It would be fun to go for a sail with you! Any time.
You can email me, gca at goldrush dot com
When I saw she was available again I was a little disappointed that I had another boat already.
Many great memories!
What are your goals/plans for Nightmare?
Best,
Greg
I'll be happy to share anything I can.
Though I'm sure there have been some changes since I owned her.
It would be fun to go for a sail with you! Any time.
You can email me, gca at goldrush dot com
When I saw she was available again I was a little disappointed that I had another boat already.
Many great memories!
What are your goals/plans for Nightmare?
Best,
Greg