The Venerable Bristol 27 | The Sailboat that changed everything!
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This Sailboat Changed Everything! Canadian Ken Reunites with his Old Bristol 27!
Ahoy BoatFools Crew! ⚓
This week, we hit the road to Portland, Maine, for an emotional reunion: Canadian Ken reconnects with his old Bristol 27 sailboat, BEAGLE, now renamed WASABI. Ken sold her 3 years ago, but today we meet the new owners, see the upgrades they’ve made, and—best of all—go sailing once again on this salty little cruiser.
Think Roy Firestone in Jerry Maguire—as I try to make Ken cry by reliving old memories, adventures, and good times aboard Beagle. Does it work? You’ll have to watch and see!
Along the way, we get a close look at:
* The timeless design of the Bristol 27 (Carl Alberg classic)
* The thoughtful upgrades that brought Beagle into her new life as Wasabi
* How it feels to sail an old boat with a new name—and new caretakers
This is a story about boats, memories, and the joy of seeing a beloved vessel carry on her journey.
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment if you’ve ever had an old boat come back into your life—you know the feels!
Thanks for watching and we'll see you next time!
-BoatFools Sailing Team
Chapters:
00:00 Canadian Ken at the Helm of His Old Sailboat
00:10 Intro - BoatFools Sailing is Like a Box of Chocolates
01:28 We Spot Beagle, the Bristol 27, coming in!
02:07 We Meet the New Owners and Learn About Upgrades
05:00 Going Aboard...Will Canadian Ken Cry?
10:51 We Go Sailing!
13:24 Canadian Ken Takes The Helm
14:38 Why the Current Owners Fell In Love with the Bristol 27
17:33 Thoughts on the Adventure and the New Look
18:23 Canadian Ken Says Goodbye Again...
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