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August 1, 2022
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A Change in the weather, Wind over Water, Episode #66
After weeks of extreme heat the weather makes a change for the worst. Windover and her crew sail through New York City and up the Hudson River when they run into a massive storm from the North. #stormyweather #sailinginstorms #cruisingsailboat
Ups and Downs, Wind over Water, Episode #67
This video shows the ups and downs of cruising. After a stormy trip up the Hudson River we arrive in Castleton and start the process of converting our new Bristol sailboat to a canal boat. We then motor to Waterford and the start of the Erie Canal. #erie...
Best Laid Plans, Wind over Water, Episode #68
While stopped at Lake Oneida in northern New York we attempt to do some projects. Later, we finish up the last bit of the Oswego Canal and make our way home to Canada. #cruisingsailboat #windoverwater #boatrestoration
Family Time, Wind over Water, Episode #69
Shortly after our arrival back in Canada we attended the annual Verra Reunion and Albacore Regatta. In this episode we are joined by our talented niece Miranda Groen. Fresh out of film school, Miranda did much of the filming for this episode. The resulting...
Winter is Upon Us, Wind over Water, Episode #70
This is the 70th episode of Wind over Water. In this video, we prepare the boat for storage. The winds of November had started early. The cold had settled in and the first snows had fallen. It is time to lift Windover out for the winter. Join us as we prep...
Putting Her to Bed, Wind over Water, Episode #71
We cannot wait any longer. Winter is here and we have to winterize the boat. Join us as we go through her systems and prepare her for a long cold winter. #boatrefit #boatwinterizing #sailboatvideo #liveaboardboat
We Have to Talk, Wind over Water, Episode #72
We share some exciting news with you today. We take some time to discuss our plans for refitting our new Bristol. Join us as we discuss lifelines and stanchion repairs. Wind over Water is officially "In the Boatyard". Thank you to our partners in the refit...
We Got Bits, Wind over Water – In the Boatyard, Episode #73
We begin the DIY boat restoration and some packages arrive from one of our sponsors. We also get a message about and old friend in this episode. Thank you to our partners in the refit of Windover. http://macksails.com/ - Contact them for a free quote. U...
Visit the Toronto Boat show, Wind over Water – In The Boatyard, Episode #74
Join us as we visit the Toronto International Boat show. We check out some new products in preparation for our refit, talk to a famous author and run into some family members. #sailboatrefit #torontoboatshow #cruisingsailboat #sailingvideos
Day 2 At The Boat Show, Wind over Water – In The Boatyard, Episode #75
Enjoy our second day at the Toronto International Boat Show. This week we talk to Parks Canada about transiting a lock, we visit with Chris Purchas from Marine Solar Innovations to talk about solar power options for our boat and finally we have an entertai...
Windlass Woes, Wind over Water – In the Boatyard, Episode #76
This week we are back on the boat, despite the weather. Our windlass needs to get re-chromed so it has to come out. Join us as we dig into this tricky, sticky project, in the boatyard. #idealwindlassrepair #diyboatrefit #boatrepair #windlassrepair #saili...
Pins and Polish, Wind over Water – In the Boatyard, Episode #77
We begin the process of polishing the corroded stainless steel bits on the boat. Debbie shows step by step how to make your own DIY leather wheel wrap. The new Windover is going to sparkle! #diyleatherwheelwrap #polishingstainless #diyboatrefit #sailboatre...
Dink n’ Davits, Wind over Water – In the Boatyard, Episode #78
This week our dreams come true when we add a new boat to the fleet. The February chill sends us into the heated shop to resurrect an ancient set of dinghy davits. Join us in the boatyard as we refit our aging Bristol 41.1 for more adventures. Wind over W...
Bling n’ Bumpers, Wind over Water – In the Boatyard, Episode #79
We finish up with the stanchion repair with one more day in the shop. A bunch of big packages arrive at our front door with more parts for the refit. Wind over Water is sponsored in part by: Marine Solar Innovations - https://marinesolar.com/ Mack Sails...
What’s in a Name, Wind over Water – In the Boatyard, Episode #80
In this, our eightieth episode, we discuss how to choose a name for your boat and do your own custom graphics using basic skills. Wind over Water is sponsored in part by: Marine Solar Innovations - https://marinesolar.com/ Mack Sails - http://macksails.co...
Just One More Boat, Wind over Water – In the Boatyard, Episode #81
First we get some work done in the shop and then go for a road trip to buy our daughter Molly another boat....yes you heard that right...Molly wants another boat. Wind over Water is sponsored in part by: Marine Solar Innovations - https://marinesolar.co...
Fun With Fasteners, Wind over Water, Episode #82
Despite the cold, work continues in the boatyard. This week we modify some tools to attempt the removal of stubborn fasteners holding the gooseneck on our mast. Then we scrounge materials and build a workbench for our upcoming refit. Wind over Water is s...
Drillin’ Down, Wind over Water, Episode #83
This week in the boatyard we finish up our new work bench and take another crack at removing stainless fasteners stuck in our aluminum mast. Spring is just around the corner folks. Wind over Water is sponsored in part by: Marine Solar Innovations - http...
Wood, Wire and Waterline, Wind over Water, Episode #84
This week in the boatyard we remove the waterline on Windover in preparation for painting, we continue work rebuilding the mast and we send our companionway doors away to get new ones made. The chill of winter is starting to lift here in Canada. Hoping all...
The Rigging Doctor, A Virtual Happy Hour, Wind over Water
In this special episode, the crew of Windover has "A Virtual Happy Hour" with Maddie and Herbie from the YouTube channel "The Rigging Doctor". We had a great time visiting with them and sharing stories. A little something extra from us to all of you in thi...
Ten Top Boat Buying Tips, Wind over Water, Episode #85
Always wanted a boat but can't find one to fit your budget? This week on Wind over Water we take you on a "socially distanced" road trip and share our "Ten Top Boat Buying Tips" with you. Wind over Water is sponsored in part by: Marine Solar Innovation...
Sailing With The Litzenbergers, A Virtual Happy Hour, Wind over Water
In this special episode, the crew of Windover has "A Virtual Happy Hour" with Spencer and Breena from the YouTube channel "Sailing With The Litzenbergers". We had a great time visiting with and getting to know this creative couple better. A little somethin...
Struggles In Paradise, Wind over Water, Episode #86
Things don't always go as planned. Join us in the boatyard as we try and plough through some projects and meet some roadblocks along the way. Nobody said it would be easy. Let's try and stay positive and make it work. Wind over Water is sponsored in part...
Introducing “A Virtual Happy Hour”
Join us on Windover for a visit with some of our favourite YouTube Celebrities. We talk about sailing, boats and life. We also talk about being a creator on YouTube and how they got their start. Come aboard, bring a drink and a snack and share "A Virtual H...
Sailing Zingaro, Part 1, A Virtual Happy Hour, Wind over Water
We had a great visit with James Evenson, star and creator of Sailing Zingaro. In part one we talk about his start and the voyages, victories and disasters along the way. Sailing Zingaro has a great sailing channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwVB...
Nauti Nook Sailing Adventures, A Virtual Happy Hour, Wind over Water
In this episode we meet Jana and Beef, an adventurous couple from Australia who are slowly sailing their lovely sailboat, Don Quixote, from the Eastern US back to Australia. Their well crafted videos are a mix of adventure travel, free diving, surfing and ...
Sailing Zingaro, Part 2, A Virtual Happy Hour, Wind over Water
In this episode James offers his advice to anyone who wants to become a creator on YouTube. He shares how he got started and how he keeps growing himself and his channel. From gear to software to sponsorship to how to tell a story, we cover it all. How to ...
SV Seeker, A Virtual Happy Hour, Wind over Water
For all you DIY sailors out there, today's guest should be familiar to you. The star and creator of SV Seeker visits Windover today. Doug Jackson has been building a steel 74 foot, junk rigged, origami boat in his yard for the past nine years. Doug is fear...
Bums on a Boat, A Virtual Happy Hour, Wind over Water
Have you ever dreamt of buying an old boat and taking off. Bums on a Boat is a great YouTube channel for the dreamers who don't mind getting their hands dirty. Joel and Michal are two determined, young sailors who are adventuring on a budget. Follow along ...
Follow The Boat, Part 1, A Virtual Happy Hour, Wind over Water
Today on "A Virtual Happy Hour" we meet with sailing channel Royalty. Liz Cleere and Jamie Furlong are the team behind the successful sailing channel "Follow the Boat". Liz, Jamie and Millie the cat have travelled through some of the most remote, exotic an...
Repairing old instruments, Makin’ Power, Wind over Water, Episode #87
This week on Wind over Water we are making power. It all starts with a delivery from Mack Sails of our new main and jib. Next we tackle repair of our shore power input and finally we repair the instruments for our trusty Yanmar diesel. Come and join us as ...
Bums on a Boat Part Two, A Virtual Happy Hour, Wind over Water
Today we continue with part two of our visit with @Bumsonaboat. In this episode Joel and Michal talk about the life events that led to their start sailing and on YouTube. They share with us the gear and software they use to produce their popular videos and...
Follow the Boat Part Two, A Virtual Happy Hour, Wind over Water
In part two of our visit with Jamie and Liz from the popular YouTube sailing channel "Follow the Boat" we talk about being YouTube creators. The gear, the techniques and living the cruising creator lifestyle. Be sure and visit Liz and Jamie's channel at ...
Sufferin’ Seacocks, Wind over Water, Episode #88
In this episode we get a report in on our cockpit table and we dig into repairing the frozen seacocks on Windover. A little bit of boat work for all you isolated sailors. Spring has sprung lets git 'er done! Wind over Water is sponsored in part by: Mari...
Sailing Magic Carpet has A virtual Happy Hour with Wind over Water
What a treat it was to get together with the crew of Magic Carpet. We caught up with Maya and Aladino motoring north through the canals of France toward the North Sea. Maya's musical skills and Aladinos craftsmanship together bring you a sailing channel th...