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Sail Life – Sailboat update #3 – Engine problems

Engine problems! My trusty old (42 years) Volvo Penta MD6A needs some attention. I noticed a pool of oil under the engine. Turns out it's from the gearbox. My best guess is that I may have run the engine a little hard on the last day of my summer cruise. I...

Nov 08, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:32

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Sail Life – 2014 winter cruise, day #1 (Randers to Udbyhøj)

Sail Life on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/saildotlife The first day of my 2014 winter cruise from Randers to Skive. I had a lot of fun with Lærke and Chrisitan although the trip didn't go quite as I had hoped. I chose to leave Obelix in Udbyhøj in...

Nov 16, 2014
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Play Time: 00:05:57

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Sail Life – 2014 winter cruise, day #2 (Udbyhøj to Hals)

My worst day of sailing so far! I was miserable! I've never been seasick before, but I got to try that today. Spent 8 hours motoring directly into icy cold wind. Not a fun time but at least I made it safely into Hals Harbor. Hals fortification on Google ma...

Nov 21, 2014
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Play Time: 00:04:15

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Sail Life – 2014 winter cruise, day #3 (Hals to Aalborg)

Day 3 of my short 2014 winter cruise. Smooth sailing from Hals to Aalborg.

Nov 25, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:31

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Sail Life – Channel introduction

A very short channel introduction. If you enjoy the channel please clicking the subscribe button. Sail Life on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/saildotlife

Nov 25, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:01:09

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Sail Life – Sailboat update #4 – My hopes and dreams

This video explains why I moved my boat to another marina. It's all about my hopes and dreams for the future. I want to give living aboard a try. If I can handle living aboard I'll be able to save up money to go cruising for an extended period of time. Sai...

Nov 30, 2014
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Play Time: 00:06:17

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Sail Life – Sailboat update #5 – 230V Shorepower and a gangplank

I've run the cable needed to get shorepower to a bunch of outlets in the boat. I've also made a prototype for a gangplank that will allow my dog to get on and off the boat without me lifting him. I had to cut this video a bit short as one of the liveaboard...

Dec 07, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:10

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Sail Life – Tour of the marina in Skive

Tour of the marina in Skive. City of Skive: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skive,_Denmark Skive Marina on Google maps: http://goo.gl/RxP3xZ Danish treat "Æbleskiver": http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%86bleskiver Return To Seasons, blog: www.returntoseasons....

Dec 13, 2014
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Play Time: 00:05:46

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Sail Life – Liveaboard test day 1, insulation and more

I'm going to spend the next two weeks aboard Obelix with my dog. The goal is to figure out if I can move aboard my boat on a permanent basis. The 230V outlet installation is done and they are all working great. I'm trying to figure out how much insulation ...

Dec 21, 2014
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Play Time: 00:07:12

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Sail Life – Liveaboard test day 4, fuel gauge

I'm a few days behind on replying to comments and emails. I've been sick for the past two days. I thought I was getting better but as you can probably tell by the end of this video that wasn't the case. I wanted to publish this video to wish all of you guy...

Dec 23, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:15

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Sail Life – Liveaboard test day 6, Jökull (my dog) and fixing the toilet

I'm feeling much better and decided to head back to the boat. This video is main about how my dog (Jökull) is adjusting to life aboard.

Dec 26, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:32

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Sail Life – Liveaboard test day 7, RGB LED lighting

I'm having a great time aboard! The cold isn't a problem at all. For a long time, I've wanted to add some more lights for when sailing at night. Turns out the RGB LED strips cost the same as the ones with only red light. Click "show more" to get the link f...

Dec 29, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:34

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Sail Life – Liveaboard test day 10, condensation

Condensation was a significant issue during the first days of my livaboard test. It may sound a bit silly, but I'm very surprised at how much humidity affects the amount of condensation. I went from having pools of condensation on the cabin sole to having ...

Dec 30, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:51

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Sail Life – Liveaboard test day 12, leaky keel stepped mast

I'm back aboard after spending New Years Eve at my house. My keel stepped mast is leaking water into the boat whenever it rains. The water enters the boat inside the mast. If I want a carpet on the cabin sole, I'll need to handle both the leaky mast and th...

Jan 01, 2015
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Play Time: 00:07:28

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Sail Life – Liveaboard test day 13, a windy day

The forecast predicted wind gusting up to 60 knots. Didn't turn out nearly as bad. In fact it was another lovely day aboard!

Jan 02, 2015
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Play Time: 00:05:02

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Sail Life – Liveaboard test day 14, lessons learned

The last day of my first two-week long liveaboard test. I try to sum up what I've learned.

Jan 03, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:18

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Sail Life – Sailboat update #6 – Awesome news and carpet update

Two bits of awesome news. I got a new camera, and I'll be visiting the US later this year. Quick update on the carpet I mentioned in my liveaboard videos.

Jan 11, 2015
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Play Time: 00:07:07

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Sail Life – Sailboat update #7 – Icebox or fridge?

I really miss having a fridge aboard. Should I convert my icebox into a fridge? ISOTHERM: http://www.svb24.com/en/isotherm-compact-classic-system.html (item #44508) WAECO: http://www.svb24.com/en/waeco-coldmachine-series-50-sets.html (item #44453)

Jan 11, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:06

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Sail Life – Sailboat update #8 – Hella Marine Fan

I want to see if I can get a better air circulation inside the boat. My primary goal is to try and minimize the temperature difference between the air at the cabin sole vs. the air at the cabin top. I've read good things about those Hella Marine Fans so I ...

Jan 15, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:03:28

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Sail Life – Sailboat update #9 – Carpet, the storm named Egon and my upcoming trip to the US

I ended up having to fit the carpet myself. The quote, I got from the carpet guy, was ridiculous expensive! Short update on the storm named Egon and my upcoming trip to the US. Life Is Like Sailings video on fitting a carpet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?...

Jan 18, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:35

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Sail Life – Sailboat Q&A #1 – The cost of heating my boat

What does it cost to heat the boat? How much does the Refleks stove consume? This is essentially the same question to me as I almost exclusively use the stove to heat my boat - except during storms ;) I've gotten the question a bunch of times. Here is a sh...

Jan 23, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:03:42

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Sail Life – Welcome to my channel (if your new to this channel this video should be your first stop)

Channel introduction playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQyv5OlNbA-p3gFV573Z8OiXDVPD86qMD Often when I come across a new YouTube channel that I like I find it a little annoying having to sort through a lot of videos to learn more about the p...

Jan 24, 2015
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Play Time: 00:01:34

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Sail Life – My Accident (three years ago)

Three years ago I fell down a flight of stairs. This video is an attempt at giving you guys a better sense of my backstory. The video should help explain why I want to go cruising sooner rather than later.

Jan 24, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:44

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Sail Life – Sailboat update #10

Why bedwetter sheets are HELLA scary! First ever gift (and mail) from a viewer! An awesome gift! and much more :) Link to Ole's blog: http://eb5.no-ip.biz:90/blog/#param=id_28

Jan 25, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:12

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Sail Life – DOCA 2015 winter rally, day #1

First day of the DOCA (Danish Ocean Cruising Association) 2015 winter rally. Around these parts the DOCA is known as FTLF (Foreningen Til Langturssejladsens Fremme). The last footage in this video was shoot 30 min before publishing it on youtube. I don't t...

Jan 31, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:03

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Sail Life – DOCA 2015 winter rally, day #2

The second day of the 2015 DOCA / FTLF winter rally. DOCA/FTLF: www.ftlf.dk

Feb 04, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:21

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Sail Life – DOCA 2015 winter rally, day #3

The third day of the 2015 DOCA / FTLF winter rally. DOCA/FTLF: www.ftlf.dk

Feb 06, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:53

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Sail Life – Sailboat update #11

Another quick update: HAM radio, DOCA and a brand new shirt DrakeParagon's Real Cruising Life: https://www.youtube.com/user/drakeParagon S/Y mathilde: http://www.sy-mathilde.dk/

Feb 10, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:38

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Sail Life – ham radio license, video #1

First video in a new series about getting a ham radio license.

Feb 14, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:02

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Sail Life – Sailboat update #12

Preparations for the second liveaboard test and lots of gadgets! Withings Home: http://www.withings.com/us/withings-home.html Quanum Nova (drone): http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__55141__Quanum_Nova_FPV_GPS_Waypoint_QuadCopter_PNF_.html Cheap han...

Feb 15, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:50

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Sail Life – Second liveaboard test, Introduction

A short introduction to my second liveaboard test. I'll be spending the next 14 days living aboard my 30 ft Albin Ballad sailboat. What happened the last time I slipped? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4Iq-HC46Cw Cameras: GoPro Hero 3+ Black and Sony NEX...

Feb 22, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:03:55

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Sail Life – Living aboard a sailboat (a random weekday)

What is a typical weekday aboard like? Short answer: living aboard a sailboat isn't all that different from living in a house.

Feb 28, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:11

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Sail Life – Sailboat update #13 – Upcoming projects aboard

A list of upcoming projects. 1) The engine 2) Shelves in the tiny closet 3) Build a chain locker 4) Install compressor kit() to convert my icebox into a fridge) 5) Remove the mast and replace all the wiring inside the mast 6) Insulate the remainder of the ...

Mar 01, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:41

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Sail Life – Second liveaboard test, Outcome

My second liveaboard test is over and I'm moving ahead with my plan to move aboard my boat on a permanent basis. Sail Life on Facebook: www.facebook.com/saildotlife

Mar 08, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:38

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Sail Life – Sailboat update #14 – Throwing out useless stuff!

In preparation for getting my house appraised I'm throwing out all the stuff I don't need. Fingers crossed I'll be able to sell the house and move aboard the boat full time. Next weekend I plan to be back aboard the boat. Go Pro knock off: https://www.hobb...

Mar 14, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:16

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Sail Life – ham radio license, video #2

A quick update on my plans for getting a ham radio license. I hope to be joining a prep course this fall. Check out the awesome gift a college of mine brought back from a trip to Copenhagen. YAESU - FT-857D: http://goo.gl/iy1QM Baofeng B-580T: http://goo.g...

Mar 15, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:13

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