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In the Flores Sea, we once again cranked up our code zero sail, aka 'The Kraken'! The conditions were perfect. In this video, we run through our setup and get to wondering about the maximum safe wind speed for a Code Zero? Do you have any code 0 wisdom to ...
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Since we last spoke to you, we've sailed hundreds of miles to Lombok in Indonesia. It's been incredible, incomparable and, at times, impossible! But now we are slowing the pace...
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This is it, we've reached The End. A few months and 2500 miles from Malaysia to Indonesia later, we arrived at our destination, Medana Bay
It's been incredible, incomparable and, at times, impossible. Broken engine mounts, snapped deck fittings, dirty fu...
What happens if you're gripped by fear and anxiety on a small boat in the middle of nowhere, and there is no help coming?
In this frank discussion, we cover what set off Jamie's anxiety, how we are coming to terms with it, and what it means for followthebo...
We've been hauling out our 33 year old sailboat, Esper, since 2004 (in south-east Asia since 2014) so we have plenty of experience. But with all that practice, and no matter how competent the yard, it's always somewhat nerve-racking.
A sailboat is suppos...
Do sailboat cruisers drink more than the rest of the population? In this podcast, we talk about why Jamie gave up the booze and how this has affected our lives afloat. Along with the positives, we reveal the negative side to no longer being a boozer.
Do yo...
Yes, it's boat maintenance time again! Did you know that fixed props are wrong for sailboats? We have serviced our feathering Max-Prop many times, but this was the first occasion in 17 years that we had it professionally tuned. And you won't believe what w...
Sailboats, like all tiny homes, look so inviting with their compact spaces and minimalist living. But how easy is it to live with your partner in such a confined area? After seventeen years together, we answer this question and lots of others in this week'...
We had some big engine and mechanical problems to solve during our stay on the hard standing at Medana Bay Marina. The engine had been knocking for around 1000miles and had played havoc with Jamie's anxiety. Now we had the chance to confirm that problem an...
Sailing in Southeast Asia is as easy or as difficult as you make it. Like any part of the world, it is planning and preparation that keep you safe and happy on a sailboat. We believe it is no more dangerous or difficult than any other area, in fact we thin...
We learn about Liz's least favourite job in the boatyard, after Jamie discovers a nasty surprise lurking under the bed...
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Can you guess the worst job on a sailboat? There are as many 'worst jobs' as there are sailors, but one job stands head and shoulders above the rest.
As long-term cruisers, we can affirm that life on a sailboat is an adventure. It can be a peaceful getawa...
Watermakers are an essential piece of kit for remote cruising, so we take good care of our Schenker Zen 30. In this boat work episode, Jamie takes us through how he replaces the membranes. But don't make the same mistake, he nearly lost a nipple in the pro...
We all make mistakes on a sailboat, don't believe anyone who says they don't! This is our Top 10 cock-ups, with a little help from our viewers friends.
If you're embarrassed about what you did and want to feel less of a fool, this is the place for you. Ad...
A tropical cyclone developing off western Australia to the south of us, meant it was time to skedaddle. And what lay in front of us was a 30-mile passage through the Lombok Strait. Known for its unpredictable and fierce currents, this would be a chance to ...
Yes, we've spent 17 years living on a sailboat and sailing the world! In this podcast we talk about how the cruising life has changed us, covering subjects like ego, control-freakery, patience, tolerance, materialism, forgiveness and fatalism. It's been a ...
If you're looking for a remote but accessible place in Indonesia that's different from over-developed destinations like Bali or Gili Trawangan, then come to Gili Gede, aka "Secret Island".
Update: Ferries are now running again between bali and gili gede: ...
Do sailing YouTubers need to think twice before filming the remote and secluded locations they visit and alerting the rest of the world to their existence? Is it ruining travel for the rest of us?
And what about local communities? Is it right to put a spot...
From double outrigger sailboats for fishing, to artisanal gold mining, traditional Sasak weddings and ancient rural villages, there's more to Lombok than waterfalls and beach resorts.
In the southwest corner of Lombok, Sekotong's cultural heritage is alive...
There are YouTube channels dedicated to showing you what a beautiful life you can have on a sailboat. It's the dream, right? But is it true? Sure, some of the time there are rainbows (and even the occasional unicorn), but believe us when we tell you after ...
There are a few restaurants, hotels and homestays on Gili Asahan and its surrounding beaches, but most family-run businesses don't appear on the usual travel websites. These hidden gems are a secret paradise frequented more by Indonesians in the know than...
Did you know that tourists insulting a country’s customs on social media or in YouTube videos are likely to get thrown in jail? It's certainly true in south-east Asia.
And it's not just tourists, cruisers are increasingly making travel difficult for ALL ...
Today is a good day for boat work, a bit of maintenance and some system testing. Jamie explains our lithium battery set-up and his hack for replacing the headsail furling line. After Liz goes up the mast to install the new VHF cable, we have a gorgeous af...
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In "How to Buy Your First Boat: PART 1" we arm you with the knowledge you need BEFORE you start shopping for your first sailboat. Do you know the TWO questions you must ask yourself in order to make the righ...
Jamie: This is definitely the best place we've anchored...
Liz: It's hideous!
Jamie: It's absolutely stunning...
Liz: One great hideous mess!
Jamie: It's what you would expect when you buy a boat and you want to go off and find a little tropical island...
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In “How to Buy Your First Boat: PART 2” we walk you through how to make a boat purchase. We show you where to start your search, how to inspect each boat you view, the pitfalls you'll encounter along the way and how to negotiate the right price.
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Do you know the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (aka the Col Regs)? And did you know that if you crash your boat you could be liable and your insurance could be nullified if you're found to have broken the rules?
We run through...
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There are difficult anchoring scenarios we all have to face at some point: deep water, strong currents and winds. Add poor chart datum and a rocky bottom then things get tricky...
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This podcast covers just about everything we've learnt about boat galley kitchens over the last 17 years: provisioning, storage, setting-up and equipment.
And we've thrown in some notes on pests, water, foraging, local foods, food prep and waste disposal.
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Fierce ocean currents squeeze around Lombok, regularly running at 3 knots and even making it to 10 knots on occasion. Sailing here is impossible if you're trying to get through at the wrong time...
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