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YULE LOG FOR SAILORS – No Talk, No Ads, No Music, Just Sailing – Catamaran Slow TV in 4K
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YULE LOG FOR SAILORS – No Talk, No Ads, No Music, Just Sailing – Catamaran Slow TV in 4K
Filmed December 23, 2020 on the way to Rock Sound, Eleuthera. Nothing but a catamaran sailing over clear waters in the Bahamas. Ahhh, the simple tings! Happy Holidays Everyone! Regular video coming this weekend sometime. Maybe Sunday. Patreon: https://www...
  • Dec 24, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:31:01
NEW RULES – What it takes to sail internationally – IT GETS COMPLICATED!
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NEW RULES – What it takes to sail internationally – IT GETS COMPLICATED!
Plenty of hoops to jump through to get to the Bahamas now. Leaving the US for the Caribbean is a complex affair in normal times. Throw in new health regulations and time limits on testing, and things get complicated. See how we got denied entry by the Baha...
  • Dec 17, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:19:31
THE TRUTH ABOUT CODE ZERO SAILS ON CATAMARANS – Light Air to South Florida
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THE TRUTH ABOUT CODE ZERO SAILS ON CATAMARANS – Light Air to South Florida
We had high hopes for the Code Zero...the sail is an incredibly popular setup on newer boats. The idea of making good time with the sails instead of firing up the engines... sounds perfect! And while the sail DOES deliver on that promise, when conditions a...
  • Dec 10, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:17:15
WHY DID THE ENGINE QUIT?
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WHY DID THE ENGINE QUIT?
It was an exciting week aboard Clarity as we made some miles south and took a few lumps along the way. Stopping off in St. Augustine, we were able to set things right with our port engine, but took a shot to our starboard bow. We also had a great time with...
  • Dec 03, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:15:59
THE SOUTHEAST COAST OF THE USA SUCKS
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THE SOUTHEAST COAST OF THE USA SUCKS
Feels like we got a late start South this year. With strong cold fronts sweeping the mid Atlantic, we’ve got to be picky with our weather windows or get thumped along the way. This week we parallel the coast from Cape Lookout, North Carolina to Winyah Ba...
  • Nov 26, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:17:33
I was SO scared!
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I was SO scared!
We waited and waited at Cape Lookout for Hurricane Eta to blow itself out down south, but eventually the storm headed straight for us. Boats (including us on Clarity) dragging anchor in 70 knot winds was no fun. But we did meet a new friend while waiting: ...
  • Nov 19, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:16:17
ETIQUETTE 102 – Tips for Guest and Crew aboard a Cruising Boat
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ETIQUETTE 102 – Tips for Guest and Crew aboard a Cruising Boat
This is a follow up to our Etiquette 101 video from a couple months ago. We LOVE sharing the cruising lifestyle with guests and crew aboard Clarity. But for folks who’ve never lived on a boat before, there’s some adjusting required. Limited water and ...
  • Nov 12, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:18:47
SAILING BACK TO REALITY
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SAILING BACK TO REALITY
With another storm brewing in the tropics, we do some final boat chores before sailing off around Cape Hatteras for......______? Even without clarity on where exactly we are headed, we enjoy some good friends and good sailing. We are incredibly fortunate t...
  • Nov 05, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:23:04
3 months HARD TIME – RETURN TO CLARITY – Season 5 Begins
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3 months HARD TIME – RETURN TO CLARITY – Season 5 Begins
We wrap up the summer in Oregon, enjoying the Columbia Gorge, the Coast, bike rides, family, food and fun...with a few casualties along the way. As the leaves fall, we fly to Virginia and back to Clarity to start repairs and preparations for the coming sea...
  • Oct 29, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:17:24
BY LAND OR BY SEA? -Boats & RVs- Advantages & Disadvantages of each
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BY LAND OR BY SEA? -Boats & RVs- Advantages & Disadvantages of each
Travel is travel, right? And living in a boat isn't so different than living in a van or RV, right? Not so. These are VASTLY different lifestyles. We break down the differences in comfort, convenience, finances, maintenance, and adventure. Like our other c...
  • Oct 22, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:26:09
Why we do this. Momento Mori
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Why we do this. Momento Mori
Quick update on when we get back to Clarity, and a little reflection/inspiration on why we choose to live this lifestyle. Music - The Sleeping Prophet by Jesse Gallagher Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theokellys Squarespace 14 day free trial: https:/...
  • Oct 15, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:08:30
WEATHER APPS FOR OFFSHORE SAILORS – A Meteorologist’s Tool Bag
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WEATHER APPS FOR OFFSHORE SAILORS – A Meteorologist’s Tool Bag
When it comes to how enjoyable offshore sailing is, nothing matters more than the weather. Today we are going to talk about which iPad (and computer) applications are best for receiving weather both with high speed internet, and with low bandwidth equipmen...
  • Oct 08, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:35:38
New Lagoon 46, The Charter Business, and other Q & A
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New Lagoon 46, The Charter Business, and other Q & A
What's it like to work full time from a boat? What is your prep checklist for visiting a new area? What is the cruising community like? How do you land a drone on a moving sailboat? Can you cover your cruising costs by running charters? And we tour a brand...
  • Oct 01, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:19:34
CATAMARAN DOCKING – Marriage (and money) Saving Tips
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CATAMARAN DOCKING – Marriage (and money) Saving Tips
Docking and departing your slip or just handling in close quarters can be a real stressor. Today we are going to demonstrate confined quarters handling, dealing with wind, and med mooring a 41 foot Seawind 1260 Catamaran. These principles and techniques ap...
  • Sep 24, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:32:23
ETIQUETTE 101 – Tips for Sailors and Cruisers
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ETIQUETTE 101 – Tips for Sailors and Cruisers
There are laws and there are rules, and then there is etiquette. We do whatever we can aboard Clarity to not offend. We've failed many times and learned along the way. From anchoring to garbage to dinghies to BYOB to no wake zones to borrowing tools, we br...
  • Sep 17, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:18:06
SEAWIND 1260 REVIEW – Could this replace Clarity?
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SEAWIND 1260 REVIEW – Could this replace Clarity?
Seawind Catamarans are the hot ticket boat these days. Does the 1260 live up to the hype? Eh, yes and no. It’s a well finished boat, but an ocean crosser? This won't be your regular boat review - we are comparing this boat to Clarity, our Leopard 46. Whe...
  • Sep 03, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:28:12
Shopping for a Cruising Boat? Keep these things in mind!
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Shopping for a Cruising Boat? Keep these things in mind!
Our consulting clients have been coming up with some great questions and in the spirit of sharing the love (and information), we put together five lists of five things to consider if you are in the market for a cruising boat. From what to watch out for in ...
  • Aug 20, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:24:24
HOW MUCH FOR A FULLY OUTFITTED LEOPARD 46? 50% OVER PURCHASE
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HOW MUCH FOR A FULLY OUTFITTED LEOPARD 46? 50% OVER PURCHASE
Original Charterboat Conversion Cost Breakdown: https://youtu.be/izMqIfbj3_A We set out to buy a cruising catamaran with a budget of $300,000, all-in. We have spent a lot more than that, but Clarity is the boat we always wanted: safe, strong, well-equippe...
  • Aug 13, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:11:35
Captain Down! Injury Underway – SEASON FINALE
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Captain Down! Injury Underway – SEASON FINALE
Right before we wrap things up this season and ready Clarity for haul out and storage, Nick hurts his back handling the mainsail. Megan takes over running our catamaran while we both sweat through the Chesapeake summer heat and thunderstorms. Clouds T-Sh...
  • Aug 06, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:18:01
BOAT JOBS – realities of cruising
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BOAT JOBS – realities of cruising
We visit Annapolis and get a little time at the dock to take care of a bunch of boat jobs. We repair the vinyl wrap, re-cover the Ultimate Boat Cushion, stop an oil leak in the engine, and cover the new hatch in VViVid vinyl covering. Ultimate Boat Cushio...
  • Jul 30, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:13:40
We scratched the boat wrap, meet the Real Watermen and have XMAS in July
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We scratched the boat wrap, meet the Real Watermen and have XMAS in July
This week we scratch the wrap on a Patron’s dock at a Patron’s dock, pick up some packages, tour Washington D.C. and get down to some serious coffee talk. Plus, Nick meets a Chesapeake Bay "Waterman" to hear about what those guys are doing out there in...
  • Jul 23, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:16:28
Pro weather tips – how to see and avoid strong winds around thunderstorms
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Pro weather tips – how to see and avoid strong winds around thunderstorms
Three big thunderstorms in four days, each with a different outcome. Nick’s experience as a professional meteorologist really helps keep us safe on the boat. Knowing when to take extra precautions against foul weather is key, and the clouds give all sort...
  • Jul 16, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:15:57
GET HER ON BOARD – 10 year book anniversary
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GET HER ON BOARD – 10 year book anniversary
It’s the 10 year anniversary of Nick’s first book, Get Her On Board. If you’ve got the dream but your spouse is hesitant about the liveaboard cruising lifestyle, we’ve got some tips for you. We talk plans, mentality, objections, and options for bui...
  • Jul 09, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:16:16
How to Sail and Eat Well in the Chesapeake + Keto Pizza!
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How to Sail and Eat Well in the Chesapeake + Keto Pizza!
We tour a Maine Cat 38, Nick’s shoes float away, we learn about eggs and....If there is one thing Nick loves as much as Megan and tacos, it’s PIZZA! We have been trying our best to eat healthy these days, and this week Megan cooks up one of our favorit...
  • Jul 02, 2020
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:21:14

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