Watch Sailing & Boating Adventures Around the World – Page 2 of 6
Explore sailing, boating, and water sports through our curated video archive. From epic sea voyages to serene diving escapes, discover unforgettable adventures from top YouTube creators. Start your journey. Dream big. Sail far.
Showing 25-48 of 138 results
Making Roam water-tight once again. Ep.50 #refit
Is a boat really a boat if it can't float? Months ago we removed every thru-hull in order to replace them with new seacocks and skin fittings, but we didn't reuse every one. We have decided to relocate things like the water maker, and we're also removing the generator. Then there were...
Destructive testing our new countertop Episode 49 #catamaranrefit
We are ready to consider our galley appliances. We want to use electricity for cooking for multiple reasons including reducing the types of fuel we have to source and carry, and heat in the tropics. Additionally, we’re exploring how we can reclaim some of the countertop space for food prep, and stil...
We created a new bowsprit. What could go wrong? Episode 48 #catamaranrefit
Our very first multi-day passage had a very unfortunate outcome...we lost out bowsprit. The genneker halyard ruptured and dropped the sail into the water while we were moving ~12 knots. While we were trying to get the sail back on deck, the forces were just too great and the bowsprit broke right off...
Taking Out the Trash: BoatLife in Japan #boatlife #sailingjapan japan #cruisinglife
Taking out the trash isn’t always straightforward—especially when you live on a sailboat, anchored off a remote Japanese hamlet. In this short glimpse, I row ashore to meet the garbage man and navigate the very local—and very specific—rules of Japan’s waste disposal system. Boar-proof bins, officia...
Trying to save the heat exchangers from our aging Yanmar engines. Part 1. Episode 47 #refit
The heat exchangers on our Yanmar engines are a problem. Replacing them is an expensive proposition, but we're not sure if they can be salvaged. In this episode you'll see how challenging it is simply to take them apart, and then we have to consider if it's worth it to even try to reh...
DIY installation of new toilets and waste water system. Episode 46 #catamaranrefit
There's nothing quite as nice as all new plumbing. In this episode, we replace our toilets as well as the entire waste water system. The only thing remaining is the black water tank, and only because we can't get it out of the boat without cutting it in half. Our old hoses were smelly, and...
Replacing our thru-hulls and seacocks using custom tools! Episode 45. #catamaranrefit
When you aren’t confident that the existing thru-hulls are secure and the valves won’t turn, it’s time to look for a new option. We chose to replace every single thru-hull so that we could be confident in their installation. This also allowed us to choose exactly what we wanted. Time for an upgrade....
Real time update! How much longer will this take? Episode 44 #catamaranrefit
We hauled out of the water in June 2024 and it’s now April 2025. So how’s it going? In this episode, we provide a real-time update. We’ll detail some of the steps we’ve finished, explain the projects that are mid-flight, and give you a peak into what’s next. I’ll give you a clue…we’ve reached a huge...
New starters cost $1600. Necessary expense? Yanmar engine maintenance Part 3. Episode 43
The entire purpose behind doing our own major engine maintenance is to save money, and give old parts new life where possible. We hate the idea of throwing away things that can be saved with a bit of know-how and elbow grease. In this episode we attempt to clean up our existing water pumps and keep ...
Prepping the battery compartment to receive 55kwh battery bank Episode 42 #catamaranrefit
Before we can install our new 55 kilowatt hour LiFePo battery bank, the space needs some serious work. From ensuring a dry space, to sanding, fiberglass, and paint, this space has been transformed into a perfect home for our LiFePo batteries. Music by Uppbeat. Music by Audiio ☝More about us, o...
Tearing apart our Yanmar 4JH4-TE engines. Major Maintenance Series, Part 2 #catamaranrefit
Welcome to part two of our Major Engine Maintenance Series. It’s time to tear apart our engines! In this episode Shawn removes every hose, hose clamp, and every component. In the process, he discovers completely clogged hoses, significant corrosion, and rusted parts that must be replaced. Music by ...
DIY major maintenance on two YANMAR 4JH4-TE 75hp’s – Part 1 Episode 40 #yachtrefit
We have two Yanmar 4JH4-TE 75hp engines. With regular maintenance, these engines should comfortably last 10,000hrs and ours have 5,000. Engine maintenance is difficult on a boat. Space is tight, temperatures are often unbearable, and unless you have confidence and experience working on engines, it’s...
Shakedown Through The ICW Aboard Our Lagoon410 HD 1080p
First Shakedown cruise! Sailing 180 Miles as a family of seven on the ICW Our first big adventure begins! We set out on our shakedown cruise navigating 180 Nautical Miles down the Intracoastal Waterway from St.Augustine to Fort Pierce Florida. With narrow channels and countless bridges, and plenty o...
Winter preparation – climate controlled storage and shop lights. Episode 39 #refit
We weren't planning to be here this long. The seasons are changing quickly and with it comes cold temperatures and short days. Everything we own is in two storage containers that are little more than metal boxes. These will certainly have plenty of condensation during the cold months and that c...
It took four months to replace two hatches! Episode 38. #refit
Since day one back in July of 2022, we have had several hatches that leaked. While in Guatemala, we re-bedded two of the three hatches in the salon and galley, but that's as far as we got. We mitigated the problem by keeping a bucket or bowl under the leaky spots, with the intention to re-bed t...
DIY lithium batteries can save you thousands! Part 1 Episode 37 #catamaran #refit
One of the biggest and costliest project in many yacht refits is new batteries. These days, most battery changes are by people moving from standard AGMs to Lithium, or making the change to a higher native voltage from 12v to 24v or 48v. We are making the change to a native 48v system and increasing ...
Racing the change of season to prep the mast for paint. Episode 36 #refit
We removed every piece of hardware from the mast and boom and discovered a lot of peeled and bubbling paint. That can only mean one thing...corrosion. We wanted a better look at the aluminum, so we decided to completely strip and repaint both mast and boom. Weeks of sanding did a pretty good job rem...
Badly aged caulk is causing leaks! Episode 35 #boatrefit
Months after hauling our 54' catamaran out of the water to begin the refit, we finally did something that will stay on the boat. Many projects are in process, but that's been the name of the game for a long time. We were both itching to move this refit in the opposite direction. It's ...
See what happens WITHOUT Tef-Gel on your rigging hardware. Episode 34 #catamaranrefit
The mast, boom, and davits we removed shortly after we hauled ROAM out of the water. They have been sitting on foam blocks since then waiting to reach the top of the priority list. Our rigging makeover is a multi step process that starts now. The first step is to remove every piece of hardware so th...
Season Finale: Leaving GUATEMALA, THE FAR SIDE To Be Completed…Better Late Than NEVER S3:E20
Hey Everyone! Headed back to Key West, sorry for the delay on this video! But I am back! In this video I say bye to Mama and Papa who hang around in the country for a little while longer! But I don't head off alone, I hitch a ride with Taylor Francis and we head to the airport together! Tayl...
The engine rooms get prepared for a makeover Episode 33 #refit
We are finally moving forward on our refit. This is the first time we're doing work that actually moves the project forward, rather than tearing stuff apart. The engine rooms are going to get a face lift, but before we can proceed they need to be cleaned, sanded, and have their holes and other ...
Annapolis Boat Show 2024 – Vendor Edition. You NEED these products! Episode 32 #boatshow
Every year thousands of people converge in Annapolis Maryland for the US Sailboat Show. Most are coming to get a look at the latest boats with an eye towards their next floating home. We already have a boat and are deep into a full refit, so a new boat was not on our agenda. We have decisions to mak...
Removing waste hoses = instant regret! Episode 31 #refit
No one enjoys the truly dirty jobs. In this episode we remove our waste hoses. This was a job we'd considering hiring out to the yard crew, but decided our budget would thank us if we just did it ourselves. Also, we didn't want the yard crew to hate us this early into this refit. We expect...