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How to Install Sta-Lok fittings
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How to Install Sta-Lok fittings

Swage fittings are frequently cited as the weak link in the standing rigging of a sailboat. Here is a detailed step by step instruction on how to install Sta-Lok terminal end fittings.
Atticus Update 94: Interior Impovements
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Atticus Update 94: Interior Impovements

Jordan has been focusing on a few interior projects to help make Atticus a more comfortable and convenient home by utilizing unused space. Here he gives a description of his improvements.
Atticus Update 93: How to Balance a Gimbaled Stove
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Atticus Update 93: How to Balance a Gimbaled Stove

After purchasing our gimbaled stove over a year ago we were frustrated to find that the stove was not balanced and would not gimbal correctly. In this update Jordan explains his simple solution to balance the stove and improve it's gimbal function.
Atticus update 91: How to Crew on Superyachts
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Atticus update 91: How to Crew on Superyachts

Desiree explains how she entered the world of super yachting after reading the book, The Insider's Guide to Becoming a Yacht Stewardess. Link:
Atticus Update 92: Key West Sunset
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Atticus Update 92: Key West Sunset

Jordan takes Atticus out on his own for a quick sunset cruise in Key West.
Atticus Update 90: We Bought Sails!!
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Atticus Update 90: We Bought Sails!!

We pulled the trigger on our Sail order with Super Sailmakers. When they arrive, we'll do a video about our design choices!
Atticus Update 89: Varnishing with Awlbrite
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Atticus Update 89: Varnishing with Awlbrite

Jordan gets some work Varnishing Rocket Launchers for a sports fishing boat. He talks about the benefit of building up the base layer with special clear epoxy (207).
Atticus Update 88: Super Sailmakers measure Atticus for Sails!
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Atticus Update 88: Super Sailmakers measure Atticus for Sails!

We reached out to about 8 different Sail Lofts in Southern Florida to price out our sail pack for circumnavigation. Super Sailmakers were not only the first to get back to us, but they were also the most knowledgeable, personable, and helpful. Meet Bob, who drove down all the way from Fort Lauderdal...
Atticus Update 87: Jordan Goes Aloft for the First Time
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Atticus Update 87: Jordan Goes Aloft for the First Time

Jordan goes aloft for the first time to connect the final piece of rigging, the triatic stay. Hello from up above Atticus!
Atticus Update 86: Sail Loft and Canvas Shop Tour
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Atticus Update 86: Sail Loft and Canvas Shop Tour

Just a quick sneak peak into the sail loft at which Desiree has been apprenticing.
Atticus Update 85: PTFE lifetime thread skipped stitches blues
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Atticus Update 85: PTFE lifetime thread skipped stitches blues

These rainy days have given us a little extra time for Atticus recently, which has been great as we've switched gears to working full time in order to meet our financial goals to finish up this refit! Desiree talks about using PTFE lifetime thread for the first time on phifertex and asks for ad...
Atticus Update 84:  Two Adventures; Sailing and Hiking
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Atticus Update 84: Two Adventures; Sailing and Hiking

Jordan sends an Update from his adventure sailing the classic 70' schooner "Appledore II" down from Maine to Key West while Desiree shows what life on the trail is like hiking to Machu Picchu in Peru!
Atticus Update 83: Stepping the mast
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Atticus Update 83: Stepping the mast

We're one step closer to becoming a sailboat again! Our Masts are up and looking good! Sorry about the limited footage- it was a hectic process! Jordan is off to sea for a delivery and Desiree is holding down the fort in key west!
Atticus update 82: Installing Lofrans Royal Windlass
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Atticus update 82: Installing Lofrans Royal Windlass

Jordan is pumped about our new windlass!! Check out his installation hack! Soon we'll be able to take Atticus out for a spin!
Atticus update 81: how to pick foam for your sailboat cushions
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Atticus update 81: how to pick foam for your sailboat cushions

Desiree has been learning a lot about foam in order to know what materials to use for various projects. Here she explains how high density foam is correlated with high quality, durable foam for heavy use projects. She also explains IFD, or the ILD, and indication of how firm the foam feels to the to...
Atticus Update 80: How to sew an inside corner, buying sails!
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Atticus Update 80: How to sew an inside corner, buying sails!

After 2 weeks of sewing and fiberglass work all day, everyday, we have saved up enough $ to buy sails! Desiree explains a sewing trick she learned the hard way.... By making a lot of mistakes :)
Atticus Update 79: V Berth Cushions Complete!
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Atticus Update 79: V Berth Cushions Complete!

V-berth cushions done! Phew!! Now onto my first paid cushion project! Excited that my new equipment and skills are starting to pay off! +1 for sewing on a sailboat!
Atticus Update 78: Cutting Fabric for our Vberth at the Marina Lounge
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Atticus Update 78: Cutting Fabric for our Vberth at the Marina Lounge

Desiree working in her favorite space, the communal marina lounge. Here she cuts her fabric amongst plush leather furniture and air conditioning. When living on a small boat its the little things that count!
Atticus Update 77: Cutting a Wedge in our V-berth Foam
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Atticus Update 77: Cutting a Wedge in our V-berth Foam

The V-Berth cushions have proven to be Desiree's most challenging sewing project yet. Here she explains her process of cutting the difficult wedge angle into the foam.
Atticus Upate 76: Cutting Foam with an Electric Kitchen Knife
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Atticus Upate 76: Cutting Foam with an Electric Kitchen Knife

After much trial and error, Desiree has some tips on cutting foam using inexpensive tools. Can't wait for the new VBerth cushions! We're using two layers of 3 inch medium firm dry fast open cell foam from Sailrite.
Atticus Update 75: Chainplates Polished
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Atticus Update 75: Chainplates Polished

One of the last steps before installing the chainplates is polishing. It is a tedious and time consuming job but it is a worth while long term investment to prevent corrosion on the rig's most vulnerable members.
Atticus Update 74: Mast Tampon
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Atticus Update 74: Mast Tampon

Introducing the Mast Tampon! In order to keep the wires in our mast from hitting the inner walls and making an obnoxious clanking sound when the boat rolls, we shoved foam into the mast at 5 foot intervals. Check out the process.
Atticus Update 73: Wooden Cutting Board
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Atticus Update 73: Wooden Cutting Board

Check out the new custom made cutting board! Hand crafted by Jordan's father, it's going to be a huge space saver for our small galley. (The Red-looking wood is padauk, an exotic wood from Africa)
Atticus Update 72: Manatees on our Way to Work
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Atticus Update 72: Manatees on our Way to Work

On our way to work this morning we came across some trouble makers!
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