Cleaning, inside and out today. The harbour is free with a small charge for electric and water. Therefore a perfect opportunity to scrub ourselves, 'Kejstral' and get some washing done. We had found a launderette on our evening walk so thought an ideal chance to wash bedding, towels etc. However, we had not banked on the €35 charge. Kevin spent some time cleaning and attempted to start our tender engine. Having been completely submerged a few days ago, we didn't hold out much hope. No spark, no joy not a flutter so will probably need stripping down. Kevin was tempted, however as the engine was on the stern overhanging the sea, he could easily have lost parts overboard. Therefore he decided to wait until an appropriate time on dry land to service it.
We do seem to drop things overboard regularly not on purpose of course, usually pegs from the washing, swimwear and fenders. Well have you ever tied a fender onto the lifelines (protective rails) when travelling through 35 knot winds with wet hands from the sea spray, it can be somewhat tricky to hold the ropes whilst attaching them. We usually have to do the 'man overboard' routine, ok fender overboard routine! Whilst on our sailing course in March, Cumhur ( Jim) would shout randomly like a mad mad, in Turkish accent ......."man overboard", we had to follow the routine which is slow and methodical with sails up. The boat must be positioned and turned using the sails before you can head towards the 'casualty'. Only problem was his English was brilliant however his accent was hard to understand therefore, it took us a good few moments to realise he was actually shouting 'man overboard', by that time the 'man' (a fender) was a little white bobbing speck in the choppy distance, hmm not quite the ideal scenario! Cumhur had us practice over and over again, we were exhausted but we picked up the 'man' each time (albeit in a near drowned state) Following a full days sailing and 30 attempts at this procedure Cumhur said and I quote" Dee you will never be able to manoeuvre a boat this quickly on your own once Kevin has fallen overboard, let me show you the simple method" ....what!! There is a simple method?? And yes there is, so much easier to handle. He clearly had to train us using the correct long winded, knackering arm aching way first!! Thank you Cumhur :) We caught up on our video and blog, as the internet could be used in the bar directly opposite our boat, very handy, so messaged everyone too. Lunch and tea were taken on board. In the evening when the heat had subsided, we took a long walk to the other side of the bay for an evening drink. Chilly evenings are not what we are used to in July but it is so refreshing after a long hot day!
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