ashtead
Well-known member
We have kept our boats i the water for many years at Haslar so not the coldest location but a few thoughts to add to views:-
1) assuming you have shorepower buy a dehumidifier -we invested in a new Meaco last year which has a drying facility and it’s best ever idea-liveabords swear by them or the ones at Haslar seem to - we also use crystals in lockers
2) have some small fan heaters plus a larger electric panel or oil heater for when you are on board ;
3)buy a cockpit tent to give protection/place to take off wet gear and dry it ;
4)buy wool duvets
5) get some cheap rugs if you don’t have fitted carpets;
6) check the filter for you diesel heater is ok /clear?
7) instal some insulation below?
8)watch utube videos of those sailing in cold climates eg sailing RAN who have a Najad in Baltic and ice in the marina etc;
9) remember tasks take longer and it’s wise to prepare more to keep any heat below ie not opening hatch all the time;
10 as said water tanks are fine but if you leave boat run pipes dry before leaving;
11) buy a heated set of clothes or jacket like builders have;
12) have an electric blanket to turn on before you go to bed;
We don’t sail that much in winter but do visit for a night on board but tend to avoid Jan and Feb -things can get damp so take home books ,binoculars etc and bring down if you plan a trip out. Bedding needs putting in its storage bags so worth buying these from IKEA etc.
1) assuming you have shorepower buy a dehumidifier -we invested in a new Meaco last year which has a drying facility and it’s best ever idea-liveabords swear by them or the ones at Haslar seem to - we also use crystals in lockers
2) have some small fan heaters plus a larger electric panel or oil heater for when you are on board ;
3)buy a cockpit tent to give protection/place to take off wet gear and dry it ;
4)buy wool duvets
5) get some cheap rugs if you don’t have fitted carpets;
6) check the filter for you diesel heater is ok /clear?
7) instal some insulation below?
8)watch utube videos of those sailing in cold climates eg sailing RAN who have a Najad in Baltic and ice in the marina etc;
9) remember tasks take longer and it’s wise to prepare more to keep any heat below ie not opening hatch all the time;
10 as said water tanks are fine but if you leave boat run pipes dry before leaving;
11) buy a heated set of clothes or jacket like builders have;
12) have an electric blanket to turn on before you go to bed;
We don’t sail that much in winter but do visit for a night on board but tend to avoid Jan and Feb -things can get damp so take home books ,binoculars etc and bring down if you plan a trip out. Bedding needs putting in its storage bags so worth buying these from IKEA etc.