Sailing Uma

Episode 59 of The Sailing Podcast is with Kika and Dan from www.SailingUma.com. Visit http://thesailingpodcast.com/59 for more information

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They are currently in Fort Pierce, Florida preparing their 1976 Pearson 36' Uma for cruising. I contacted the Sailing Uma team after receiving a suggestion from one of my listeners, Doug, saying they were putting out some great videos on how their boat preparations were going.

Kika and Dan met while studying architecture and decided to choose a sailboat instead of an office. They share some of their goals during the interview, which include using their skills while underway to help people who may not have the means to afford an architect to help them with their project. Kika and Dan have a business named Dadum Studios and hope to operate from their yacht as they travel the world.

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During the interview we hear about:

- Electric engines versus diesel engines

- Surprises in the holding tank

- How they mastered fibreglass repairs on their keel

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**Sailing Uma**

I had subscribed to Kika and Dan's Sailing Uma channel on YouTube prior to talking to them. I must admit I hadn't spent the time looking at all their videos until listener, Doug, recommended I interview them for the podcast. I was pleasantly surprised to find they were sharing some of their boat repairs on YouTube.

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During the interview it becomes apparent Kika and Dan have some prior experience in renovating and repairs. They have taken these skills across to their new passion - Uma - a 36 foot Pearson made in 1976. Prior to carrying out repairs the Sailing Uma team have done a lot of research using other YouTube information as well as using the Pearson owners forums. Taking all their research into account, they have painstakingly carried out repairs and taken the extra time to record the efforts. This is then edited down into short, informative lessons in boat repair. I say lessons as, although they are not attempting to pose as experts, they are taking the time to show enough detail to allow anyone to follow along with the repairs.

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During the interview we discussed how they decided to purchase an ocean going yacht while actually searching for a lake boat. Sometimes great opportunities just present themselves. Kika and Dan admit they have limited sailing experience (although Dan has completed an ocean passage) and the process of repairing the yacht is a perfect starting point for learning about sailing.

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You can follow along with the Sailing Uma team at the following places:

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YouTube channel - www.youtube.com and search for Sailing Uma

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Website - www.sailinguma.com

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Facebook - www.facebook.com/SailingUma

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Instagram - @SailingUma or #sailinguma

Patreon - www.patreon.com/sailinguma

I would encourage you to visit thePatreon page and help support Kika and Dan in achieving their goals. Both with getting their travels underway and looking for opportunities to support people who don't have the means to engage an architect. As the interview with Kika and Dan progressed I came to understand what great people they are. Their motivation is to establish themselves with a sailing lifestyle and then use this as a platform to help others, who may not be able to afford professional help. Visit their Patreon page and help them meet their goals!

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Visit http://www.thesailingpodcast.com/59 for more information