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Becoming Bluewater Ready: A Windvane and Liferaft [Adventure #10]

Hey guys! We are finally getting to the fun stuff... prepping to be ready for offshore sailing and long passages! We have a lot of work to do, trying to figure out how to install 30+ year old a windvane, self-steering system that we got off Craigslist with no manual. We go back up the mast, win a...

Apr 22, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:27

A broken boom – Ep.10 RAN Sailing

We broke the boom! First major setback but probably not the last. In this episode we spend a couple of days in Camariñas in Galicia, Spain and then we sail towards Lisbon, Portugal but don't get very far. We broach with the boat outside Cape Finisterre and get an accidental jib on the Hoyt boom...

Apr 12, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:11:52

So many projects, so little time! [Adventure #9]

Happy Friday to everyone! Come hang with us as we work on seemingly endless projects getting Varuna all ready to set sail and go cruising! In this episode, we replace our halyard (and learn all about splicing and whipping in the process), take Makara for a ride to scope out windvane mounts, run co...

Apr 09, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:19

Let the boat projects begin! [Adventure #7]

We are starting to work on Varuna to get her all ready to sail South! Join us as we start to get our hands dirty and get our first taste of boat projects! We start small, with some easy and fun projects, and then get stuck with one, and quickly learn that what's supposed to be an easy project...

Mar 12, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:10

Supplements — Sailing Uma [Step 20]

Wether you own a house, bus or boat, projects can be overwhelming... But you know you have to do them AND with the right attitude, you can make them fun. In the mist of all the chaos, working hard on getting our electric motor ready, we left out some other tasks that we tackled over the past few mon...

Feb 18, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:31

Experimental Wiring of our Electric Motor — Sailing Uma [Step 19]

Each minute we spend working on our boat means that we are one minute closer to a working motor. So the camera comes out and the story telling begins... Hope you enjoy this episode as there are a lot of information and progress to be shared. If you have any questions, feel free to comment below or ...

Feb 05, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:57

Life Aboard: Re-Bedding Hatches

Re-bedding a deck hatch is the focus of this "Life Aboard" video. A fairly straightforward process, the key is to make sure that all surfaces are well cleaned, and use enough sealant to ensure a good seal. For more "Life Aboard" videos, as well as to see video of our cruising a...

Feb 02, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:49

Plumbing a Sailboat with PVC — Sailing Uma [Step 18]

Having a "floating" boat requires ways to keep unwanted water OUT and ways of storing fresh water IN... That's exactly what this week's episode is all about. From RE-plumbing our bilge pump to RE-hooking up our fresh water tanks, and more. Hope you enjoy this episode and are exc...

Jan 26, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:35

The Beginning Of An Adventure – Ep. 1 RAN Sailing

12 January 2016 is the date for the beginning of our sailing adventure. We leave from Dockan Marina in Malmö in the middle of the winter and so far we have planned to sail to the Canary Islands and after that we'll see where we go next. We have made a lot of preparations on the boat, we install...

Jan 09, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:53

Engine repairs, fish catching and SAILING to Santa Barbara! [Adventure #2]

Hey guys! Check out Part II of our Sailboat Delivery Trilogy! Join us as we learn all about diesel engines and fuel systems while stranded in Chanel Islands Harbor Marina. We get the engine working again, get back under way and actually get the sails up! Yay! We also hook a couple tasty fish and...

Nov 21, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:45

Cruising Lealea in the Boatyard – Step 1: Sharpen the Pencil and Make a Plan

Time to start planning the haulout and major refit of Lealea, our 43 year old Albin Vega 27 sailboat. Just part of the living aboard and cruising life. Thorough planning, and a little help from our friends, will make this job go more smoothly. We thank you for your support. You can help keep the...

Nov 11, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:12

0 To Cruising In 4 Days- Sailing SV Delos Ep. 52

Brian and Karin take 3 months off cruising to visit family in Sweden and America and end up circumnavigating the entire globe by air in 3 months! They return to Kudat and have only 4 days to get Delos ship-shape before the new crew arrives. Delos shoves off from Kudat and sets sail for the Kingdom...

Jul 31, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:26:50

Boat jobs you have to do when leaving your boat unattended for a while – UNTIE THE LINES S2E02

The first week being back on Karl was full of small boat projects to move back in and to make him a functioning home. And a little bit of nature fun for a good work-life balance ;). Ahoy and thanks for watching, Nike & Karl Visit www.whitespotpirates.com for more info about Karl & my jou...

Jul 03, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:34

We’re in WAY Over Our Heads! — Sailing Uma [Step 5]

After 3 long months in Haiti, (Dec. 14 - Mar. 15) we take the plane back to Uma and pick up where we left off refitting her. As we were inspecting some hidden areas, and writing our long to-do-list, we found some unexpected damage in the keel that needed our attention right away!!! Our sinking heart...

Jun 23, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:01

Episode 18 – Typical Work on Norna – Part Two

Hey Ya'll! Posted early this week as I am having a book signing, tour of Norna, yard arm raising, bluegrass pickin' weekend. This is an informative video of gluing up our new boom using what is called "Birdsmouth Construction". Hope you enjoy the woodworking side of things, as we...

Aug 15, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:01

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