Watch Sailing & Boating Adventures Around the World tagged “Boat projects”

Boom! There goes my starter unit… – UNTIE THE LINES S3E06

Karl's engine had come to a stop in a big storm in Portobelo. Time to go and look for the cause...and try to fix it. It's always an adventure to figure out how to get parts / repairs done in Panama. Come and join me in the search for the cure! Enjoy and A...

Apr 21, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:56

Q&A: Life on the Hard, + The Boat & Future Travels

For our last video of Life on the Hard, we weren't able to answer all the questions you had for us on the subject, so we've made an additional Q&A video trying to get to all the ones we left out. Join in as we answer questions like 'Would you do th...

Apr 12, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:25:20

Sewing, SNADS, and Fuel Systems (MJ Sailing – EP 13)

It's time to get back to projects on the boat. Matt takes over the heavy duty end of things while putting together our fuel system. A task we've been waiting a long time to complete, and a huge weight off our shoulders now that it is done. My job was muc...

Mar 06, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:51

#92: Cuba Voyage IV: Rudder on the Loose

Last time we documented power management underway, now we're dealing with a rudder post that won't stay ... put anyway. Follow along as we fix our boat in exotic places (i.e., on the way to Cuba). You'll also hear extensively from Phillip in this episode...

Jan 27, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:21:55

#91: Cuba Voyage III: Power Management Underway

Follow along as we are mesmerized by a jumping pod of dolphins at the bow, monitor the power situation (and show you our cool below-decks inverter), and make our one BIG tack of the trip. We had some great wind that allowed us to hold a pretty steady rhum...

Jan 21, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:46

SAILORS ON A NAVY SHIP [Adventure #36]

The best part about cruising is discovering different ways of life, and in this episode we check out life on a Navy ship! Exploring the ins and outs of the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier and learning about it’s fascinating history. We also prepare ourselve...

Dec 23, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:20:02

Making Companionway Stairs Out of Cherry Wood (MJ Sailing – EP 4)

As part of our remodel, we're making a new set of steps for the companionway, and just like the rest of our trim and cabinets, they'll be made from a combination of cherry hardwood and plywood. Plus...these new steps will house a secret compartment! Whil...

Nov 14, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:41

Seam Ripper Come Rescue Me ( EP 3 – MJ Sailing)

It's time for cushions! After sitting on hard wooden surfaces for too long, we cut 4" cushion for our forward salon, and Jessica has the task of making covers out of Brisa. We also take advantage of a cool spell to put non-skid paint on our deck. Cheers ...

Nov 04, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:15:58

Why Boatyards Suck: Cruising vs Reality – Adventure 03 (Sailing Around the World)

We spend two deplorable weeks in the boatyard getting our Lagoon 410 catamaran ready for the upcoming season. The behind-the-scenes of what it's really like...

Nov 04, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:47

We’ve Got a Hurricane Headed Our Way (EP 2 – MJ Sailing)

We prepare our boat for Hurricane Matthew, and watch the chaos around the marina as others prepare as well. After the storm has left and we can get back to boat work, we go to work on adding maple to our cabin sole. Then we finish up with a Q&A of som...

Oct 24, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:26:15

Pre-Departure Boat Projects – Part 2 | Sailboat Story 15

We paint the bottom, change the oil, install a bimini, wax the hull, and complete our list of boat projects in this vlog. This is part 2 of our pre-departure boat work. We spend another 5 days in Maryland working hard on the boat, and doing everything we...

Sep 27, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:52

#78: How To Budget (and Brace) for BIG Boat Repairs

Unexpected mast pulls can happen to you! While we've dealt with our fair share of boat projects at https://havewindwilltravel.com, it's good to be reminded there will always be more and you need to know "How To" be ready -- both mentally and financially. ...

Sep 23, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:19:37

Pre-Departure Boat Projects – Part 1 | Sailboat Story 14

There's a huge list of boat projects that we must finish before we can launch our Endeavour 32 sailboat! Kick back and relax - this is a long video. So long in fact, that we're dividing it into 2 parts. We spend a total of 10 days back in Mayo, MD gettin...

Sep 20, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:34:41

STERN TIED, LOST RIDE [Adventure #19]

What happens when you combine some awesome Channel Island anchorages and a string of misadventures in Santa Barbara, you ask? Well Episode 19 happens! Come check out some crazy, beautiful spots on Santa Cruz… We find ourselves with a gorgeous private c...

Aug 27, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:23:40

Venturing to Santa Cruz Island [Adventure #18]

We are finally settling into cruising life, balancing boat repairs and exploring amazing new places! After landing in Ventura, we are happy to take advantage of the convenience of being at a dock and get some projects done. After we get all of our boat w...

Aug 12, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:55

OPEN OCEAN BATHING [Adventure #17]

Part 2 of our offshore passage from the Columbia River to the Channel Islands and Southern California! The weather calms down, we get a chance to go for a swim and have a bath 300 miles off the California Coast, see some awesome sea life, check out Santa ...

Jul 30, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:26:52

COLUMBIA RIVER BAR OR BUST! [Adventure #16]

The time has come... before we get to enjoy warm, sunny sailing and sunsets in the tropics, we have to get there! The journey South from Oregon to warmer weather calls for braving one of the most treacherous bar crossings in the world, the Columbia River ...

Jul 16, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:29:53

WEST OF THE ROCKIES [Adventure #15]

Well, once this post goes live, we will be off sailing in the Pacific, somewhere off of Southern California, getting close to the Channel Islands! That’s right, we’ve officially untied the lines from the Pacific Northwest and set off on our journey so...

Jul 01, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:29:33

GOODBYE PORTLAND [Adventure #14]

It’s a long one, but we promise a really good one! Join us as we scramble around to finish up last minute projects and errands on Varuna before officially untying the lines and saying goodbye to Portland. We set sail for a 3-day trip down the beautiful...

Jun 17, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:35:11

SAILING IN COLOR [Adventure #13]

We’re getting sooo close!! Our final weeks in Portland getting Varuna all ready to go cruise include sailing, getting a spinnaker, checking out our temporary new home, and some boat projects… sewing, cleaning and we start provisioning! Few, that’s ...

Jun 04, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:26:20

Chillin’ on the Sea – Lazy Gecko VLOG 22

Visit our private server at www.lazygeckos.net You can gain access to our server by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/lazygeckos Want more of Brittany? Follow her personal Instagram @nautimate Want more LGS? Follow our public Instagram @lazygeckosail...

Jun 02, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:20:18

Coming Together: Projects and Families [Adventure #12]

In this episode, we finally start to wrap up some projects, finishing up the windvane install, then tackling a few other projects and scoring a great deal on some supplies for Varuna. Our families also come to town for a visit and we take them out for som...

May 20, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:26:02

#66: Re-bed Windows with Butyl and Magic Bolts

Plenty of boat magic tricks at https://havewindwilltravel.com. Ooooh, says Video Annie. Magic bolts! Watch as we get our window frames blasted and painted and get "real creative" (Brandon term) making custom bolts to fit the stupid binding posts for re-...

May 13, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:15:10

THE VANE OF OUR EXISTENCE [Adventure #11]

Oh my gosh! What a project installing this windvane has been.... I guess that’s the tradeoff for a really good deal. Join us as we start to drill holes in our boat, and realize that they’re in the wrong spot… (whoops) And then drill some more holes...

May 06, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:22:01

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