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KECO Eco Cooler installation + New Ice Box — Sailing Uma [Step 73]

DISCLAIMER: Keco Cooler was discontinued and is no longer available for purchase. [ Future DIY SAILBOAT GALLEY REFIT videos] . Step 73 Ice Box . Step 134 Hefty Su . Step 136 Corian Counter . Step 175 New Freezer Power consumption: Normal Mode - 40W Burst Mode - 140W Reduces sea water tempe...

May 25, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:43

How NOT to charge your batteries — Sailing Uma [Step 72]

In this episode we explain why we sailed onto anchor when coming into Fajardo PR. Hoping we found the source of the problem, we head into town to get new batteries. Which turned out to be an all day event. And in the end, we learned how not to charge lead acid batteries. Hope you learn from our mist...

May 18, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:31

Living on a Sailboat: Packing up the Electric Motor

The decision to ship the electric motor back to Electric Yachts was a simple one. Actually mailing a massive motor is not such a simple one. In order to ship it, I first need to build a crate around the motor to keep it safe while in transit. This is all well and good, but the motor weighs 130 pound...

May 15, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:57

Living on a Sailboat: Removing the Electric Motor

The electric motor survived being submerged, but we decided to play it safe and send the motor back to Electric Yachts, the manufacturer, Andy let them give the motor a thorough inspection. This way, Ed will avoid any issues arising while we are cruising because of latent damage that occurred while ...

May 14, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:11:39

Living on a Sailboat: Change of Plans

We had a plan that would allow me a month on the hard to get some projects done to the bottom of the boat, but then reality got in the way. We decided to pull out the motor and send it back to Electric Yachts so that they could do a thorough inspection after the flooding. That means we have no motor...

May 12, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:33

Living on a Sailboat: Fixing a Submerged Electric Motor

Our electric motor spent a few hours submerged when our boat flooded with tap water due to a broken hose fitting. Such a small issue led to a massive amount of repairs. Luckily, the water that flooded the boat was clean tap water and not salt water, so the damage to the electronic components was kep...

May 08, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:36

Exploring the two sides of San Juan — Sailing Uma [Step 69]

In all the places we drop our anchor, we seem to always have a project to do on Uma. But we also try our best to make time to explore and get a feel for each area. We were amazed to see that San Juan has distinctively two sides: The full of big box stores part of the city, and the full of history an...

Apr 27, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:08

WE GOT HIT! — Sailing Uma [Step 68]

While we were in Samana, we got a bunch of good projects done including installing our windlass which our backs will be extremely happy about. On our very last day, after we had our passports stamped and were ready to haul up the anchor, an unfortunate event happened. Yep, just like the title says.....

Apr 20, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:21

Life Changing Improvements — Sailing Uma [Step 67]

With the airports open, we find a flight and return to our floating home in the DR. A few quick stops in Santo Domingo to pick up everything we need to add a few life changing improvements to our boat. We'll be doing a more in depth review and installation of the Keco cooler later. But for n...

Apr 14, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:17:51

Is This How Rich People Feel? — Sailing Uma [Step 65]

While we were in Samana, we got to take part in a very special treat. Taking Uma into a 5 star Marina was not something high in our priority list. BUT because everything is so cheap here, and a big thanks to a few friends visiting, we all pitched in to enjoy a few days relaxing like ROYALTIES at ...

Apr 01, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:18

Kika’s Birthday Spreader Jump — Sailing Uma [Step 63]

There was a few last minute things to do in Cap Haitien before leaving Haiti and heading to the DR. But first, it was my Birthday! So we needed to celebrate it right. For my birthday, I not only had the most awesome surprise from Dan and our Cap friends, but I also decided to jump off the spreader. ...

Mar 10, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:45

Multi-Million Dollar Playground — Sailing Uma [Step 62]

While still in North Haiti, our days were full of fun activities, including scuba diving, sailing with friends and playing around in a Multi-million dollar playground. If you enjoyed this episode, please give this video a thumbs up, it helps us out a bunch :) A BIG Thank you Malfini Photography fo...

Mar 02, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:59

Whatever the Opposite of Boat Repair is — Sailing Uma [Step 61]

After we had a very productive week in Mole St Nicolas, we sailed over to Labadee, and have... a completely opposite experience inolving drinking, power boats, castles and a lot of screaming. If you enjoyed this episode, please give this video a thumbs up, it helps us out a bunch :) A special shou...

Feb 25, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:25:09

Friday the 13th in the Windward Passage — Sailing Uma [Step 59]

We may not be the superstitious type, but Friday the 13th turned out to be quite the day! Dolphins, double rainbow, gale force winds, full moon AND we sailed into our next anchorage safe and sound. We hope you enjoy the beauty and magic of St. Nicolas as much as we did! If you enjoyed this episod...

Feb 10, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:48

Sailing into the Sunset — Sailing Uma [Step 58]

While taking care of a few remaining tasks in Port au Prince before we set sail again, we were interrupted when we got a call that our boat had drifted and had run aground! We also partied hard with friends before, quite literally, sailing off into the sunset. If you enjoyed this episode, please g...

Feb 02, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:43

Eco-Tourism in Haiti — Sailing Uma [Step 57]

When we take the time to explore Haiti's true roots, we realize how its unique natural elements can be the highlight of this country's future. Instead of focusing on the ugly and the problem, we should let its beauty shine, and focus on the solution. I strongly believe that eco-tourism can...

Jan 27, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:11:37

A Visa for Every Country — Sailing Uma [Step 56]

After the hurricane, Dan flew to New York to keep me company for a few weeks while I helped my mom in the hospital. When we came back to Haiti, we spent time with family and tackled a few tasks on our to do list while still in Port Au Prince. Mainly, we had to get the necessary visas for me for the ...

Jan 20, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:59

Post Hurricane — Sailing Uma [Step 55]

After Matthew had passed through, it was time to put everything back together and sail back to Grand Goave and see how things looked on land. If you enjoyed this episode, please give this video a thumbs up :) WANT MORE? Visit and become a patron to get access to the vault, where we keep our most...

Jan 15, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:37

HURRICANE SURVIVAL TACTICS (I Stayed on the boat in HAITI) — Sailing Uma [Step 54]

Surviving a Cat. 4 Hurricane (Matthew) on our sailboat at anchor in Haiti. We break down our plan into 3 basic steps: Protection from wind, waves and other boats. Also, get a BIG ASS ANCHOR! MANTUS (Our 105 lbs Hurricane proof anchor) Help us out by getting your Mantus through this link below: W...

Jan 06, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:22:44

Sailing Solo Towards a Hurricane — Sailing Uma [Step 53]

With Kika in New York City taking care of her Mom, it was up to me to prep the boat and moving to a safer anchorage preceding the arrival of Hurricane Matthew. It was a challenge for sure. This Step highlights the event leading up to the storm. Hope you like it! If you enjoyed this episode, please ...

Dec 30, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:18

The side of Haiti you’ve never seen (Part 4) — Sailing Uma [Step 52]

Here it is, the final leg of this little loop. We made it all the way from the mountains to the ocean and it was time to go back home. We learned so much in those past few days and this journey motivated us even more to share our experience for every single country we visit, showing you a different ...

Dec 22, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:19:03

Creating MORE SPACE on a SMALL BOAT— Sailing Uma [Step 24]

We makes a few more changes on the Electro-Beke (hopefully for the last time) to make her ridiculously quieter AND Kika tackles a side project of her own. Stay tuned for Season 3 coming sooner than you think . And of course, if you enjoyed this episode, please give this video a thumbs up. And i...

Apr 01, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:11:50

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

We built our own ELECTRIC MOTOR (Electro-Beke, part 1) — Sailing Uma [Step 17]

Yep, we are finally talking about that electric motor. We have so much to share and we are excited to share it all, from testing it, to putting it together to even removing and changing certain parts! Hope you enjoy this episode and are excited for more episodes about the motor...because, well... ...

Jan 07, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:01

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