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We have holes in our masts! Inspecting woodpecker damage… | Sailing Sitka Ep 139
On this episode of sailing Sitka, we tackle day 2 and 3 in the boat yard here in Chiapas, Mexico. During this time we start diving into our biggest worry yet. While we were away for off season, we got notified that a woodpecker (or more) were attacking our...
Not Doing this will COST You THOUSANDS of $$$$$$ | Sailing Zephyr – Ep. 259
Most things you do on your boat will have only minor impacts to your sailboat performance and your wallet. But sometimes there are certain things, that if ignored, could end up costing you thousands of dollars in repairs and render your sailboat useless. ...
WE’RE BACK! Day 1 of Season 3! (Chiapas, Mexico) | Sailing Sitka Ep 138
WE"RE BACK and better than ever! Welcome to season 3 of sailing sitka! After 6 months of off season, working away at saving money for our cruising lifestyle, we have finally returned to Sitka here in Chiapas, Mexico. In this episode, we start plugging away...
We Visit the ABANDONED BENETEAU Sailboat Factory & REPLACE our WATER TANK | Sailing Zephyr – Ep.258
It's rare if not unheard of for someone to ever have the chance to visit the factory where their sailboat was made. It's even more rare if that factory has been abandoned. Well, we get that chance and it's an emotional experience. We also finally replace ...
Dropping the Rudder to Replace the Bushings WHSE151
Odyssey sailing festival https://www.theoceancruisers.com/odyssey-holly Pvc foam board link https://bertram31.com/newbb/viewtopic.php?t=7145 Gecko needs to be hauled out to drop her rudder in order to fix old bushings. We have to drill into the skeg to a...
How LONG does it Take to ABANDON SHIP? | Sailing Zephyr – Ep. 257
Abandon Ship, we are sinking, the boat is going down! All words that bring complete fear, loss, sadness and the reality that Mother Nature needs to be respected. We sail the world with the full understanding that we are susceptible to the risk of losing t...
Last stop in Mexico!!! | Sailing Sitka Ep 136
In this episode of sailing sitka, we sail up to Chiapas Mexico which is the most southern port to either clear in or out from. Here, we will be getting a slip to do some much needed cleaning and maintenance to Sitka before hauling her out for our off seaso...
Our Biggest Non-Sailing Investment Yet! | Surprise Purchase Revealed! – Ep.255
Sleep on a sailboat can mean the difference between good and bad decisions, decreased safety and just overall quality of life. There are few things we value this important on our sailboat, so we take it pretty seriously when it's time to make improvements....
Sailing Japan’s Cherry Blossoms! But First, Boat Projects 🌸 #sailing #japan #travel
Exciting news! Next year, I plan to sail up the coast of Japan during Cherry Blossom season 🌸—a journey I previously completed by bicycle! Now, it’s time to experience Japan's breathtaking coastline from a new perspective, sailing from port to port....
Intracoastal Waterway (ICW)…Is it worth the HOURS on our Sailboat ENGINE? |Sailing Zephyr – Ep.254
With the most dangerous part of the hurricane season looming over us, we are desperate to get north as fast as possible. We have been traveling up the ICW for the better part of a week now and we still have hundreds of miles to sail before we reach our des...
Braving Hurricane Ernesto’s Aftermath: Tough Decisions Ahead & Our Dog’s First Catch! – Ep. 251
In this episode of Sailing Zephyr, we face a tough decision: should we brave the leftover swells and winds from Hurricane Ernesto to continue our journey, or make a quick dash to Florida and wait for a better weather window? 🌊 As we weigh our options,...
Zephyr’s Makeover & Our Next Destination! Off-Season Plans Revealed | Sailing Zephyr – Ep. 250
As the off-season approaches, we're gearing up for some amazing upgrades on Zephyr! Join us as we reveal our upcoming projects and plans to give her the love she deserves. From essential maintenance to exciting enhancements, we can't wait to share what's i...
Potential Hurricane 🌀 Incoming! Is Our Mast Ready? | Critical Boat Checks | Sailing Zephyr – Ep. 249
In this must-watch episode of Sailing Zephyr, join Natalie and James as they tackle essential boat checks and hurricane preparation techniques. From inspecting the mast to sanitizing water tanks with bleach, this detailed video transcription offers valuabl...
We Won! Sailor Experiences Japanese Festival #travel #sailing #okinawa
Join us as we embark on an unforgettable journey to the Okinawa Sailing Festival, a mesmerizing event that attracts sailors from across the globe to compete and celebrate their passion for sailing in the picturesque waters of Okinawa, Japan. This vibrant f...