We bought a derelict boat and sailed 1000 miles : Timelapse
December 11, 2024 by Sailing Melody | Language: EN Play Time: 01:33:13 | SAILING YOUTUBERS
We bought a derelict boat and sailed 1000 miles : Timelapse
In this incredible journey, we take you through the transformation of our 1974 classic Bluewater yacht, Ocean Melody. Abandoned for over 12 years and purchased on eBay for just £17,000, she was in desperate need of restoration. From her neglected state to becoming our floating home, we’ve spent years upgrading, repairing, and making her seaworthy.
Follow our story as we restore this derelict yacht and sail over 1,000 miles, overcoming challenges and creating unforgettable memories. This timelapse features high-speed and real-time footage, showcasing the hard work, sailing adventures, and family moments that made this dream possible.
🔧 What we did: Major repairs, upgrades, and improvements to bring her back to life.
⛵ Where we’ve been: Sailing from Dartmouth, to North Wales and then back to Portland.
💙 Why we did it: To live the dream of full-time life afloat and adventure.
If you love sailing, boat restorations, or want inspiration for your own maritime dreams, this video is for you!
📌 Subscribe to our channel for more sailing adventures and restoration projects!
#Sailing #YachtRestoration #Timelapse #Liveaboard #SailingAdventures
We bought a derelict boat and sailed 1000 miles : Timelapse
In this incredible journey, we take you through the transformation of our 1974 classic Bluewater yacht, Ocean Melody. Abandoned for over 12 years and purchased on eBay for just £17,000, she was in desperate need of restoration. From her neglected state to becoming our floating home, we’ve spent years upgrading, repairing, and making her seaworthy.
Follow our story as we restore this derelict yacht and sail over 1,000 miles, overcoming challenges and creating unforgettable memories. This timelapse features high-speed and real-time footage, showcasing the hard work, sailing adventures, and family moments that made this dream possible.
🔧 What we did: Major repairs, upgrades, and improvements to bring her back to life.
⛵ Where we’ve been: Sailing from Dartmouth, to North Wales and then back to Portland.
💙 Why we did it: To live the dream of full-time life afloat and adventure.
If you love sailing, boat restorations, or want inspiration for your own maritime dreams, this video is for you!
📌 Subscribe to our channel for more sailing adventures and restoration projects!
#Sailing #YachtRestoration #Timelapse #Liveaboard #SailingAdventures
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Sailing Melody
Sailing Melody is the official YouTube channel for the Bennington Family and our sailing adventures. We are now well on our way to becoming a full time live-aboard family. We started with a little 24ft Snapdragon bilge keel, and then moved up to a 28ft Great Dane long keel yacht. Now though we're working on MELODY, our 38ft Steel Pilothouse Cutter. We're working hard to get her ready to go back in the water but as you'll see there's a lot of work to do. Join us on our epic journey restoring this beautiful boat to her former glory and then come with us as we set off around the world.
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