I have a personal locater beacon I take with me when I am out hiking in the Wilderness. One time I was hiking on this slim trail deep in the Rockies and slipped and broke my Ankle. I hit it and within 30 minutes there was a helicopter over top of me. Really good investment because it will save your life.

@williamdykes2750

4 жыл бұрын

Did you get charged for the rescue? I just bought a Garmin InReach for back country solo kayaking.

@masskilla469

4 жыл бұрын

@@williamdykes2750 No I didn't my insurance got the hospital charge but no helicopter rescue charges.

@SuperBamafan2009

4 жыл бұрын

ninline2000 Ed.

The flashing screen programs the AIS device much in the same way that infrared remote controls can be programmed by another remote control. It's a slow speed data stream that uses the monitor to transmit bit sequences by keying between black and white. The AIS has a light dependent receiver that interprets the data stream. A very primitive example (and a much closer comparison than infrared remote programming) of this is how "Duck Hunt" works on the original Nintendo Entertainment System. When you pull the trigger, the screen briefly flashes completely black with a white square over where the target is. If the NES pistol sees the white square, you scored a hit. If it detects black, a miss. They just basically made a programming interface out of that idea for AIS. It's simple, reliable, and pretty damn neat.

@nobody46820

4 жыл бұрын

👍🏻😀

@realulli

4 жыл бұрын

There's a multi-channel version of this called flicker-code. Several banks in Germany use this technique to communicate with a dedicated card reader and generate transaction codes for authorizing money transfers.

@mosstd

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this comment :) after I have finished watching this I am going to find more videos about how it works ....... I had duck hunt or something very similar on sega as a tiny child and always wondered how the tv knew lol then today 30 something years later I find out.

@charonstyxferryman

4 жыл бұрын

That is a *very* clever inexpensive way of transfering a small amount of data instead of using complex stuff like Bluetooth.

When servicing a PFD it is important that you check if it leaks. Inflate the PFD, leave it for 24 hours, and see if it has deflated at all. If it has, it needs to be replaced.

There you go again making it real. You could have played like you new what you were doing without the help of you-tube or directions in detail but you did what most of us would have to, find a way to figure this voodoo shit out, good job B and B.

Glad you are making these. I really liked the ones you did when Max and Frida came on board.

I sail into the Fall season alone in the cold waters of Georgian Bay and although I have life jackets I don't wear them since the only way to survive falling from the boat is to grab a rope I have dangling behind her connected to a cleat on deck. I leave my boarding ladder open so that I could pull myself up to the stern with the rope and then climb the ladder, however the only way to grab the rope is to dive under the boat but this maneuver can't be done with a life jacket on. Even though it sounds risky I wouldn't survive long enough in the cold water to be rescued especially at night so the safest way to work on the fore-deck is in a bathing suit only; regardless of the outdoor temperature. My goal is to sail south to enjoy warmer weather and I look forward to needing the information I learned in this video, thanks for the info and I love your show. Dan

Thanks for the super awesome PSA.. No seriously, you guys are my favorite KZread channel!

@A2discgolfdude

4 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to see what's coming next!

Every penny of that is worth it! And great job showing it "Woah, they're communicating..this is WILD" Brady, LOL, shows how far technology has come, but even though you guys will never have to use any of this, it still rocks to have it there if you needed it!

Awesome that you started these 'spin-off' videos, very interesting and to the point, thanks!

Guys some a really good stuff on the AIS that just may save a life through your sharing! Obviously AIS is VHF/FM and line of sight. But when combined with a MADAY (person or vessel in grave or imminent danger) The AIS can be also detected by any other vessel or service(s) that are within that line of sight. (typically 7 miles for other sailing vessels, Ten miles for bigger ships or more for in air responders) We hope others will get something from this vid. Not just watch it..... Sail Safe. Ant, Cid & the Pooch crew.

You sail with good equipment. Safety is often overlooked. Much respect for the things you do to stay safe & keep others safe. ⛵

Ive been watching you guys for the past 5 years i cant wait to grow up and be able to support all of you , your videos always find a way to make me happy .

I have to say thank you. I have two of these on our vest and the crew is always asking how they work is all explained here. Nice job!

What a team. Can't wait to see your sailing videos and your journey across the pacific. It's all on you guys now.

The flashing screen business is actually ingenious. They are using the screen like a morse code signal lantern, which means it can program the unit with no break in the waterproof case. Elegant engineering if you think about it.

Well done, I like this! I think safety is often overlooked and servicing the life jackets and emergency raft is very important! Have a great sail!

This is a great series of videos. The information is invaluable and will encourage others to be prepared.

@svdelos

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kurt!

Thanks for describing the difference between the two MOB systems, really made it click.

Awesome! We can’t wait to start our sailing adventure and share our story too❤️⚓️💙

That was a good one. Going into my "Sailing Technology Cruiser Help" playlist. Eventually moved into the Navigation/AIS area of the playlist. Thanks.

Sorry for commenting again: Upgrading the pfd's with AIS beacons can dramatically improve the crew safety, but only if the pfd's are worn every time when leaving the cockpit. If you just wear them in exceptionally rogh seas or in darkness, when the wearer is tethered to the boat anyway, the increase of safety is just theoretical. Every boat has their own policy on wearing pfd's. Who knows, Maybe the Delos policy will change when the little sailor is onboard. Personally I have been racing for decades (the race orders usually require wearing pfd's when in cockpit on on deck) and generally sailing with or instructing under 18 year olds onboard, that wearing pfd's has became an automatic thing for me.

Always need a good PFD and tethers when going offshore!

Awesome guys, best series of videos you’ve published. So helpful in planning for actually going cruising. Thanks 👍

Hi Leesir!

Safety First on Delos! Love it.

Good to see a Delos mid-week video!

@MichaelBuck

4 жыл бұрын

Lol, what planet are you on. It's a Monday here on earth and mid week is on Wednesday. But throw in a beer and we can call it mid-week any time, LOL

Great video guys be sure to write the date of service with a sharpie on the label inside the vest. Also the AIS locator is pretty cool. The test you did was awesome. Glad to see you guys are on top of it

Love all episodes. Be safe Senor and Blue on your trip.

Good to know how these things work Thanks for doing this

I fish solo often in the Puget Sound. I have a plb epirb in my vest . Every year several people are lost due to exposure in the area. This tech is cheap and can save lives. Good job for promoting safety.

Very nice! Good to see Delos staying up on the tech!

@sailingavocet

4 жыл бұрын

heck yah!

Delos is very save now !!!!! Good job !!!

Great, quick episode. Thanks.

loved the intro, nice work guys! Safety at sea is VERY important!

Good on you getting that device!

I have used an AIS PLB for some years now (Smartfind 10). As a dive boat operator it brings peace of mind knowing if separated, sometimes just due to a choppy sea maybe, that my boat can then see where i or anyone else who has activated their AIS beacon is. In coastal waters in UK coastguard can see the beacon and so can any large ship and many small boats ais equipped. Used it once for real. Immediately the boat saw us and could call coastguard to prevent a full on rescue scenario. So no drama. I have heard of epirb types being set off and several hours before rescue. Not too expensive but you cannot write the cheque out whilst drifting alone offshore in failing light and rough seas. Ps. smartfind 10 is 60 metres depth rated and i have taken it to over 80m. Just tested it as it lives in my drysuit pocket.

Excellent as usual!!!

A friend once asked me "...Mary Ann or Ginger?" My reply was. "both." Good on you for having AIS and EPIRB on PFDs. Informative series of vids. Nice going.

Valuable information, well presented. Thank you!

Tony & Susan here, way to go kids. I had assumed you had personal EPERB's , and we are glad to hear you have them now. Safe travels my friends.

great video... I personally would like to see more videos on safety and procedure be part of the lineup, as well as perhaps "behind the scenes" videos about how you go about making delos episodes. I have been greatly enjoying some of the "filler content" you guys are putting out of late. it provides a LOT of good information for those of us who dream and plan for eventually getting out there themselves. as a personal note: great choice on the MOB alert... it is my personal preference as well.

That AIS thingy should set of a VHF alarm as well, so crew downstairs will get an audible signal to alert them, I do like lerts, very handy.

I love the informational video music

Great Video!

Great Job guys!

Epic intro....a lot of work went into that 👌🏼

Excellent video ,good work you guys.

Love these informationals

Thank you for sharing

Awesome video

I’d strongly advise everyone who uses inflatable PFDs to try them, and not just to see if they’re leaking. A month ago, I noticed that my Westmarine Offshore needed to be reloaded, so I decided to test it. It was properly fitted, I’m 6’2” tall and have an average build. When it went off, I shot to the surface and found that it was clamping my neck so aggressively that (a) I couldn’t breathe, and (b) it was pressing against my carotid arteries so hard that I wasn’t sure if I might black out. I tried the red tube and couldn’t make it work. I jammed one hand in beside my neck and swam frantically to my boarding ladder in case I passed out. When I climbed a little bit, the bouyancy fell off and I was able to undo the buckle. If I’d gone into the water in heavy seas, maybe in the dark, I’d have been in big trouble. I found out later why I couldn’t vent the air - the valve was installed wrong. It had been jammed partway down the tube and could only be pressed by sticking a pencil well down the tube, something that you wouldn’t have in the water, especially while strangling. All in all, a shocking and unpleasant surprise. Lance H. Ontario, Canada

@mattlewandowski73

4 жыл бұрын

sadly it sounds like, despite official published recommendations, that pfd was the wrong size for you, or a poor design. It certainly gives food for thought about test fitting.

@charonstyxferryman

4 жыл бұрын

@@mattlewandowski73I'm going to buy a SOLAS certified life jacket. They easily cost 2 times the non-certified ones, but my life is worth a SOLAS life jacket.

@mattlewandowski73

4 жыл бұрын

@@charonstyxferryman my own approach is similar. As I continue to lay down plans and budget for my own eventual boat plans (I am not setting out while my dad is still alive since mom already passed) but every crew member will have redundancy of high quality safety gear and strict on board policies regarding it's use. As Delos has influenced my plans to include taking aboard guest crew I will end up with more immersion suits and life jackets than I have crew to allow for different body sizes and shapes. It won't be cheap, but it WILL be worth it.

cool episode. thanks

If you're in the water it's a mayday...so EPIRB (PLB). I don't think there are many gaps in the COSPAS SARSAT coverage these days. Might be good to have the AIS too, but I would never "leave the boat" without a PLB. Flares and horns/whistles in the ditch bag too.

loved this....thanks!

Awesome content! Thanks!

Awesome 😎

information is invaluable to rookies like me or greenhorns

Good stuff to maintain and not forget! But please.... Keep those videos flowing! ;) Can't wait to see what's next with Delos with the Atlantic crossing and hopefully a Med run. Also can't wait to see the new baby! :D

OMG! You can see Alex's eyes in the beginning! Sooo weird , but still super fly !😂

Nice, I definitely need more emergency gear on board!

And knowing is half the battle!

Nice eighties accompaniment.

Cool superhero music!

Invaluable. I know. Lost my friend sailing in heavy seas in the Baltic Sea. Now, 20 yrs later, I'm only able to do my "sailing" reading magazines and watch YT.

Tnx guys....fair winds!

Very interesting ....

AWWWW YISSSS!!! WHEN I SEE THE THUMBNAIL IM ALREADY HUMMING THE INTRO xD

@earthangel8730

4 жыл бұрын

Best intro music of any S/V channel that I follow. So fitting AND makes m.h e want to dance (often I do).

Thanks!

Loved the music!! HAHAHA!!

All safety gear is an extravagance....till its needed!

When entering colder water , protect the airways with one hand - will minimise the effect of Cold Shock . ( Hyperventilatilon, Hydrofusion, Hydrocution , Secondary Drowning. ) Fifteen years as Offshore Survival instructor now retired. Happy to tell you more if you would like.

@svdelos

4 жыл бұрын

Great advice!

@rogergoulder3821

4 жыл бұрын

@@svdelos Thank you. Delighted to contribute.

@mattlewandowski73

4 жыл бұрын

some manufactures also have "spray hoods" for their PFDs which are designed to shield your face from the splashing of the waves, though I wager some are better than others, so if you are considering such a feature, shop around and do your research.

Good stuff

Thanks for that, Am curious about the sail plan in the intro - perhaps you could do a few videos on how you choose, trim & manage sails in various conditions - especially interesting as the Amel has a several more combinations than most boats & this is something not often discussed on YT

Cool!

Safety First!!!

Blue, Brady....ty. i know this was probably a boring video to shoot but it may save someones life someday.

thanks for the vid ;]

Mariner69: Crotch straps are recommended to stop the life jacket riding up. Also a face screen to avoid secondary drowning. Good video though.

Hopefully those will never have to be used, but this is great info for future reference !!!

You can manually inflate the vest with the cartridge still installed to test for leaks. Leave it inflated for a day to ensure it still holds pressure. You should do this regularly.

Honestly whoever thought about using that 80s music ist a Genius;) 6:30

Surprise video thanks

leesir needs to come back on the boat!

The British Broadcasting Corporation ( BBC ) credo is to inform, educate and entertain and you get all this from Delos too - long may it continue

@childrenoftheash874

4 жыл бұрын

moz and too push out propaganda stop paying the license fee

Safety first

I wax nostalgic for the good ol' days when we threw you an anchor if you went over the side... Arghhhhh!

Great to see you guys doing these safety videos. Maybe its just me but, I sense that Mr. Brady is missing his big bro.

@svdelos

4 жыл бұрын

Of course!

Nice to see Alex with eyebrows

That 80's music tho hahahaha

You should practice Person Overboard maneuvers while under sail and without the use of the engine. Recovering a person from the water that you’ve sailed away from is tricky and takes practice to get right... especially if they’ve been hit by the boom after an accidental gibe and are unconscious

lol I have those same mob ais units, love the what's this voodoo shit!

You should really try that out at sea in fog when the boat is doing 8 knots to see how far the boat would travel over ground would still be some distance before it activates, Try putting it in a black bag stuffed with old clothes then tape it up and chuck it overboard, That's how the safety boats do it offshore on the oil rigs with their test dummy and fast rescue boats do their rescue's planning, You also have to factor in tide at 5 knots too, Try it out on a foggy day to get a better result.

wtf... i miss kazza!! ...my swedish hero!!!.:o)

Now for the hardest part....commit to wear them. :) (which I"m sure you guys did for your atlantic crossing) Cheers.

These units make so much sense. Did an onboard audible alarm sound when the AIS was activated? At 6kts how long would it be before the transmitter is out of range?

I hope Brady actually tested if the CO2 cartridge was fully tightened on the threads of the black plastic base. It looked like he just took it from the factory pack and inserted it in the air bladder without tightening it. The co2 cartridges tend to get loose and rotate open by themselves, because there is nothing except friction keeping them tightened. Activation of the co2 cartridge uses a small, needle-like firing pin that breaks the thin metal membrane at the end of the co2 cartridge. If the cartridge is loosened on the thread, by just one millimeter, the pin may no longer break the membrane when triggered. The cartridge of those "Hammar"-type hydrostatic inflators is inside the bladder, which seems a good idea, because it protects the cartridge from corrosion. But at the same time, there is no visible indicator or any other way to see whether the cartridge is tightly in place or not, and one has to fully open the west to access the co2 cartridge. This is why I changed to a pfd with an UML (United Moulders) type activator a few years ago, after using pfd's with "Hammar" Hydrostatic inflators for 15 years. The UML has a sllightly shorter expiration time, but the inflator is also much cheaper than the hydrostatic (Hammar) inflator. In all other inflator types, the cartridge is outside the bladder. They say these non-hydrostatic type inflators are more prone to accidental inflation when stored when wet, but personally I haven't had any such problems, even in some pretty wet conditions. The trigger and cartridge are so much easier to access for service, and there are visible indicators showing their status. Those can be seen through a small "window", even without opening the cover of the pfd. Even though the trigger has an expiration date, the CO2 cartridge itself does not have to be replaced if it is full and in good condition. The best and ONLY) way to ckeck whether the CO2 cartridge still woks is to weigh it with a small scale (a letter scale or small kitchen scale). The mimimum gross weight (in grams/ounces) is stamped on the bottle. The measured weight should not be off the stamped weight more than 0.1g. When replacing the trigger and co2 cartridge separately, it is good to remember there are at least four different sizes of cartridges, according to the max buoyancy of the vest. (from 33g to 60g CO2 for 150N to 300N buoyancy).

@robthompson7174

4 жыл бұрын

Not sure if this has been pointed out but one of the most important safety aspects is having a REALLY loud audible alarm when the AIS Mobi 1 is activated. I did not hear any alarm when you tested. Your VHF should alarm as well as your MFD, but often they are not loud enough to wake off watch crew. Suggest getting a dedicated screamer speaker that will sound the alarm and be heard anywhere inside the boat above wind and wave background noise levels.

Towely says: "Don't forget to bring a towel." Safety first.

@Colin_Masterson239

4 жыл бұрын

an when you think you got enough towels bring some more!

@Colin_Masterson239

4 жыл бұрын

;)

@Bluenoser613

4 жыл бұрын

Don't panic

@bob-ny6kn

4 жыл бұрын

It's O.K. to have just a little bit...

@estrelladelmar6466

4 жыл бұрын

@@bob-ny6kn I have no idea what's going on right now.

Leesir on the edit...yes! Sending all the love from @daydreams_n_sunbeams. Kapow! How'd you like me now :p

on my s/v it's epirb for the boat, raymarine lifetag for the humans. kills 2 birds with 2 stones. i have a personal epirb for when i singlehand. on my race boat it's nke all the way, a gyro-pilot and a crew transmitter.

They are a great device, did you test the functionality with your DSC VHF Radio as they will also send a DSC message to your VHF (assuming that is the MMSI) you programmed into the device. I believe that the first alert is the DSC VHF message rather than AIS, as the AIS needs to get a GPS lock before it can transmit.