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Serious Boat Problems Solved I How You Can Get Just About Anything Fixed In Dakar | S8E02
After a long journey up the African coast, Dakar serves as the final stop to tackle a critical repair on Galopin: a broken genoa furler. Watch as local experts Diallo, Pape, and Mam climb the mast to swap out the damaged equipment with a salvaged part from a sunken yacht, turning a potential disaste...
RACING 70 MILES to DRY TORTUGAS National Park in a FAST BOAT! Everything You NEED to KNOW! | S4:E19
Hey Everyone! What an exciting day ahead, and a very quick trip out to the fort! Faster on this 37 ft Edgewater with triple 300 HP Yamaha's! Let me know what you think about this trip and let me know if you are interested in joining me! Also we didn't have the nicest day so enjoy some unde...
Getting Fouled Again | What Have I Done The Past 6 Months In Dakar Africa | S8E14
Six months into my stay in the bay, it was finally time to take Galopin out of the water because the hull growth had attached itself with a vengeance. Hauling the boat up onto the beach is always a nerve-wracking experience, and the sound of the cart balancing Galopin is enough to make you cringe. O...
Senegal Storm Survival: Loss, Local Heroes, & A Glorious Return To Sailing In Africa S8 Ep13
This video documents the somber hours after a severe storm hit our bay in Dakar. A poorly anchored work barge drifted through the anchorage, causing serious damage to boats that were otherwise securely moored. From Stan’s crushed dinghy to the sunken pirogues being pulled from the depths, we look a...
Storm’s Unleashed Fury Nearly Destroyed Us | Surviving Dakar’s Rain Season | S8E12
I vowed never to ride a moto-taxi again, but the people here in Africa changed my mind. Meet Mamgol, a 64-year-old mast climber built like a jockey who helps us tackle the wind meter issue. But just as we thought we could get some work done between storms, trouble arrived adrift. A massive storm ma...
Navigating Dakar’s Biggest Market From Tech Fixes To Sneakers | Boat Life In Senegal Africa S8E3
Could you find your way out of Colobane Market? One of the busiest in Dakar Senegal. I team up with my friend Asse to recover a lost hard drive in one of Dakar's most intense markets. Watch as we negotiate deals, fix broken phones, and navigate the dusty streets where traffic is an extreme spor...
Sailing Around Dakar To Gorée Island: Wet Bikes, Fouled Hull & The Rain Of Pain
We finally got the sails up with Diego and Pape, but our Sunday excursion to Gorée Island wasn't just about the journey—it was about the irony of the destination. Known historically as "Slave Island," Gorée is now a bustling local fun spot, a stark contrast to its dark past where peop...
Wind, Work & Sh#t | What It’s Like Fixing Up An Old Boat In Africa | S8E02
Two weeks away was all it took for Galopin to show the scars of our rough return from Cabo Verde. In this episode, we dive into the gritty reality of boat maintenance in West Africa. There’s no better place than CVD to get real work done, especially with trusted friends like Arona and Diallo by my s...
Real African Dangers: Moto Taxis, Burns, Infections & Storms | Sailing Life In West Africa | S8E10
Do I have medical insurance? No, I don't. So what do I do in case of an incident? Like on a motorcycle taxi where I got burned on the exhaust pipe which turned into a very nasty infection. I went to see a doctor who checked me out and prescribed a strong treatment. That nasty infection kept me...
Hacked Retired & Refueled | Winded Voyage Returns For Its 8th season | 10 years In The Making S8E01
In this premiere episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the real life of a sailor in West Africa. It’s not just wind and water; it’s about survival. I’ll share the untold stories of my time in Cape Verde—learning Creole from the women I loved, navigating the "drunken sailor" lifestyle, a...
Best African Workforce: Getting In & Out of The Last Boat Yard in West Africa | S8E07
After months of hard work, sanding, and refitting, Galopin is finally going back in the water! In this episode, we navigate the ups and downs of boat life in Dakar on the hard. Trust is everything when you’re far from home, and the local expertise here in Senegal has been invaluable. We got the ant...
African Haul Out: The Last Proper Boat Yard in West Africa | S8E07
The wait is over—Galopin is finally out of the water. Join us in Dakar for a traditional African haul-out where power tools are banned, and everything is done by hand. After months of waiting and navigating visa renewals, the team carefully lifts Galopin onto the cart. Watch the meticulous process ...
Getting Hot & Sweaty in Miami – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 359
Our day starts with water activities like a dinghy ride while taking in Miami's beautiful scenery. Conversations covering workouts, boating terms, and personal stories, including humorous moments. Plans are made to visit a national park and discuss moving the boat. We'll also enjoy a picni...
Sailing A Catamaran To A National Park In The MIDDLE Of NOWHERE!! S4:E18
Hey Everyone! Join me as I take a 42 Lagoon out to one of the hardest National Parks out there! The Dry Tortugas National Park and Fort Jefferson! One of the most visited places by The Far Side, and where my sisters and I learned our love of the water and the ocean❤️ Andrew Knott and his Wife'...
THIS Makes It All Worth It! – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 358
The day includes cruising on a sailboat and enjoying a scenic anchorage. We'll reflect on challenges like engine issues and share light moments while cooking together. Then our evening features watching Supercross and relaxing with family, capturing the joys of life on the water. 🔔 Hit Subscri...
Sweltering Bus & Football Drama | My Mandatory Border Crossing to The Gambia For My New Visa S8Ep06
After three months in Senegal, the port police told me I had to leave the territory to renew my visa. The only option? A trip to The Gambia, the small country carved out of Senegal by colonial history. In this video, I team up with my local friend As to navigate the chaotic overland route from Daka...
Solo Sailing Up The Gambian & Senegalese Coast: Dodging Nets, Lasers, & Chased By The Coast Guard
Leaving the calm of the Casamance River was the easy part. Getting Galopin safely to Dakar with a torn Genoa and a "toy" storm sail was a different story. In this episode: •The Bar: Navigating the treacherous mouth of the Casamance. With only 5 meters of depth miles offshore, the breaking ...
Is This Fair?! He Does Everything While I Play. – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 357
Life aboard means that sometimes people get the shaft...Come see how it plays out this time! 🔔 Hit Subscribe — you don't want to miss where we're heading next. Check out our webpage at www.thelazygeckos.com Other Links: Patreon: Become a Patreon at www.patreon.com/lazygeckos Instagra...
Complete Chaos Turns Into Cruising Show Stopper – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 354
After a MAJOR upgrade and re-fit, we are back in action! We're sailing south and taking you along for the ride! 🔔 Hit Subscribe — you don't want to miss where we're heading next. Check out our webpage at www.thelazygeckos.com Other Links: Patreon: Become a Patreon at www.patreon....
Living Aboard During a Refit is No Joke! – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 353
We've been on the hard for a week now, TONS of things have happened. Now it's time to splash Calypso and get things wrapped up! 🔔 Hit Subscribe — you don't want to miss where we're heading next. Check out our webpage at www.thelazygeckos.com Other Links: Patreon: Become a Pa...
Are These Boat Upgrades a Mistake if We’re Already Eyeing a New Boat? – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 352
Calypso is about to undergo significant upgrades, including the installation of solar and removal of unnecessary underwater items. We'll take you through preparation for a haul out in Fort Pierce, Florida, before strapping in and lifting our floating home out of the water. 🔔 Hit Subscribe — y...
I Should Be STRESSED… But I Feel More ALIVE Than Ever – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 351
Weeks of boat work will make you forget why you started. One day back on the water fixed that. ⛵ We're headed south down Florida's ICW to Fort Pierce for a haul-out — and this transit day reminded us exactly why we chose this crazy, beautiful life. Rhys took the helm and honestly? He'...
We Ditched Our Watermaker…Here’s Why – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 349
We've had it! After years of rebuilds, failing on us at the worst possible times, we've torn the Spectra Watermaker out of Calypso and are going with a new brand! We'll also get the new trampolines in and get them installed! Car Seat Info: 🛒 Travel Car Seat We Use: *As an Amazon ...