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When You Buy A Used Wind Generator Ep 58
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When You Buy A Used Wind Generator Ep 58

Our week got off to an exciting start! We made a deal with a fellow cruiser in the harbor - our dinghy and some cash for his used Air X Marine wind generator. Of course we have to find a sensible spot for it on our small 33' sailboat as well as customize i...
The BIGGEST Mistake a Cruiser can make (is WORTH it!) Ep 57
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The BIGGEST Mistake a Cruiser can make (is WORTH it!) Ep 57

This week we pulled the trigger and took home a little Dominican puppy. We have seen first hand how well a dog can protect a boat plus they are just so fun. Of course it will be more work and potty training could be fun but we are up for it. We also knock ...
It’s DICEY! | Day Sailing the North Coast of D.R. Ep 56
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It’s DICEY! | Day Sailing the North Coast of D.R. Ep 56

Michal and I were lucky enough to be invited to sail the north coast of the Dominican Republic. We are still working to get our boat in shape to cruise and jumped at the chance to join our friends on a trip to Playa Cambiaso. On the way there we sailed abo...
SMACKING Fuel Filters and Losing Boat Battles Ep 55
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SMACKING Fuel Filters and Losing Boat Battles Ep 55

This was one testing tune up. We decided to service the engine before starting it for the first time in 5 months and everything was going fine until we got to the fuel filter. Our bilge failed while we were away and is still a mystery after troubleshooting...
Keep the Cruising Dream ALIVE | Maintenance Marathon Ep 54
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Keep the Cruising Dream ALIVE | Maintenance Marathon Ep 54

Here, in Dominican Republic, we plan to restore Chak Matay back to cruising form before sailing further south. Patron - https://www.patreon.com/bumsonaboat Website - https://www.bumsonaboat.com
Best HURRICANE HOLE in the Caribbean ! Ep 53
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Best HURRICANE HOLE in the Caribbean ! Ep 53

Don't try this at home, but for us, this was the best option. We have heard from many that Luperon, Dominican Republic is a fantastic hurricane hole, and decided to put it to the test. The were right! Patreon - https://patreon.com/bumsonaboat Website - ...
INSPIRATION from a lifelong World Traveller Ep 52
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INSPIRATION from a lifelong World Traveller Ep 52

We stopped in Florida to visit Joyce before returning to the Dominican Republic and our boat. This was a great opportunity to ask Joyce some personal questions and allow you to get to know the women who changed the course of the Bum's lives forever. Patre...
ALASKA DREAM WEDDING | Risking it all to Fulfill Your Destiny Ep 51
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ALASKA DREAM WEDDING | Risking it all to Fulfill Your Destiny Ep 51

We are making our way back to the boat but first...Alaska. Tony is an original bum and has started quite the life after leaving the boat. He fell in love, and decided to tie the knot. He was kind enough to do an interview afterwards and it certainly adds s...
Where is Sterling Now? Ep 50
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Where is Sterling Now? Ep 50

In this candid video we answer some questions: What happened to Sterling after his mast came down? Was it a hard sell convincing Michal to live aboard a 33' sailboat? What does the future hold for these two bums? How are we saving up for cruising? Patron...
Meet the Parents! Schuster Farm Shenanigans Ep 49
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Meet the Parents! Schuster Farm Shenanigans Ep 49

WOW, Joel was not prepared for THIS! Meeting Michal's parents and visiting the farm. After traveling 1,200 miles by sailboat over 4 months, we drive roughly the same distance from Idaho to Colorado in 4 days. We visit an amazing hot springs, but things ge...
Sad to Leave | But Lucky to Arrive at the Airport ALIVE!! Ep 48
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Sad to Leave | But Lucky to Arrive at the Airport ALIVE!! Ep 48

As a cruiser, this is one place you want to stop. We will show you the anchorage, streets, flora and fauna that Luperon has to offer. We were welcomed with open arms and it was tough to leave.
27 WATERFALLS | Adventure in Dominican Republic Ep 47
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27 WATERFALLS | Adventure in Dominican Republic Ep 47

A beautiful hike up and then it gets EPIC. The whole way down you leap and slide down natural rock slides and clear, cold waterfalls. Alan Watts is a source of inspiration and it felt right to have him take you on this adventure with us.
Sailing Forces You To Make CHALLENGING Decisions Ep 46
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Sailing Forces You To Make CHALLENGING Decisions Ep 46

We woke up one morning with a big decision to make. The weather changed and we were no longer in a safe place. Our buddy boat, who we'd traveled with since Miami, was forced to turn back and we pressed on. We wouldn't change a thing but this one was a RO...
SMASHED by a SQUALL Sailing to Luperon – Bums on a Boat Ep 45
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SMASHED by a SQUALL Sailing to Luperon – Bums on a Boat Ep 45

The final test hit us like a bulldozer. We have come over 1,000 miles and now have just 80 to go. There's no easy way across. We have no choice but to sail through the night. That's when it happened, 35 Miles from the Dominican Republic.
How to Raise a Fallen Mast for $70 in the Turks & Caicos Ep 44
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How to Raise a Fallen Mast for $70 in the Turks & Caicos Ep 44

We are SO close to the promised land (Luperon, D.R.) only problem is one of us has no mast and the other just lost a propeller!! Join us as Sterling figures out how to get the mast up and we miraculously find a new propeller. Be sure to follow our blog a...
EXPLODING PROPELLER | Sailing Turks & Caicos Bank Ep 43
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EXPLODING PROPELLER | Sailing Turks & Caicos Bank Ep 43

We left Provo for the SE end of Turks and Caicos, to rest before making our final jump to the D.R. When suddenly - we heard a loud BANG and the boat started shaking, violently! Get the FULL STORY on our blog: https://bumsonaboat.com
ESCAPE THE STORM in Turks & Caicos Ep 42
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ESCAPE THE STORM in Turks & Caicos Ep 42

Explore the island of Provo with us. Time to nip that pesky engine problem in the bud. But, oh dear, there's weather coming about! We pull into a tight, rocky, dicey canal and find a smooth, protected anchorage in the boat graveyard. Explore the island of...
Forage Feast | Abraham’s Bay MAYAGUANA Ep 41
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Forage Feast | Abraham’s Bay MAYAGUANA Ep 41

MAYAGUANA is way out there, there's not a lot to do... and that's kinda what we loved about it! By walking the beaches regularly and learning from other capable cruisers, we learned how to identify edible plants and berries all over the island. Join alo...
What do we DO After the MAST FALLS DOWN!? – Bums on a Boat Ep 40
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What do we DO After the MAST FALLS DOWN!? – Bums on a Boat Ep 40

It only took Sterling one night of rest before he had his answer: Lash everything to the boat and continue on. We made more friends in Crooked Island, Bahamas before continuing south. Check us out at https://bumsonaboat.com
DISMASTED Sailboat! Single Handed OCEAN RESCUE Ep 39
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DISMASTED Sailboat! Single Handed OCEAN RESCUE Ep 39

On a beautiful morning leaving Long Island, sailing towards Crooked Island the day takes a SCARY turn for the worse! Joel decides he must JUMP from our boat to our buddy's, to help the 67 year old single-hander Sterling bring in his boat safely after he's...
GEORGETOWN | The Sailing MECCA of the Bahamas Ep 38
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GEORGETOWN | The Sailing MECCA of the Bahamas Ep 38

Let us show you around Elizabeth Harbor here in the Southern Exumas. A tight knit community of cruisers intermittent with the Bahamian locals makes for a unique experience. So much to do and see. What the Ep. doesn't capture is Joel's near-death experien...
SAILING The EXUMAS | in only 3 days.. Ep 37
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SAILING The EXUMAS | in only 3 days.. Ep 37

The Bahamas provides some of the best cruising grounds in the world. Sailing through the Exumas can only be described as Dreamy. We broke 185 miles into 5 day-sails. Following our 67 year old, single-hander's lead, we see how to make life easy on ourselves...
ANDROS Island is Not What You Think Ep 36
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ANDROS Island is Not What You Think Ep 36

We'll show you our secret coconut spot, the old pirate haunt, Captain Morgan's cave, and where the locals throw down an epic party! (visit Pinehurst Hotel) For more insight and entertainment, read the blog! https://bumsonaboat.com/2018/03/stranded-on-andr...
HONEYMOON Island Hand-feeding STINGRAYS! – Bums on a Boat Ep 35
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HONEYMOON Island Hand-feeding STINGRAYS! – Bums on a Boat Ep 35

Don't miss Honeymoon Island before crossing the Great Bahama Bank. The stingrays there are super friendly, and used to being hand fed, AMAZING! Next, we cross the Great Bahama Bank, enter the Northwest Channel, pass through the Tongue of the Ocean, and dr...
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