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Emergency repair during the Pacific Crossing #2 – EP 128 Sailing Seatramp
In the second part of our Pacific Crossing we have to deal with some issues. Mario has to go up in the mast to repair broken lines, which is no fun on the open ocean. We have a bunch of Mahis swimming around the boat and a broken toilet to repair... Win...
Mayday! Mayday! Mayday! – Lazy Gecko Sailing VLOG 135
We just arrived at our anchorage and hear a troubled voice on the VHF radio calling a May Day and announcing that they are taking on water, they could be sinking! We jump into action and rush to assist them. Come along with us for the ride! Want more? Ch...
Beating Upwind to a BIG PROBLEM! – Lazy Gecko Sailing VLOG 134
We depart Puerto Rico for the Virgin Islands, we've decided to stop and explore a beautiful island along the way. Come along with us as we beat upwind the whole way, get some fishing in and arrive safely at our new anchorage...Right before we encounter a b...![Best Life Boat + Dinghy? [Show Us Your Dinghy] – Don’s Portland Pudgy](https://i.ytimg.com/vi_webp/RNyd9OKx1B8/maxresdefault.webp)
Best Life Boat + Dinghy? [Show Us Your Dinghy] – Don’s Portland Pudgy
Today on "Show Us Your Dinghy," we interview Captain Don of S/V Fregata about his Portland Pudgy. This dinghy can sail, row, and motor (Don uses a 4hp outboard), and converts to a life boat in minutes. It's versatility and quality really impressed us. Do...
Ep 2: Inflatable PFD Inspection and Re-arm
In this episode we talk to a rep from Mustang Survival about how to select an inflatable PFD. We'll then manually deploy one and demonstrate how to re-pack and re-arm a hydrostatic version. Hope you enjoy it, if so please like and subscribe. Re-Arm Kit Bi...
Our Boat vs. Dorian
As Hurricane Dorian made its way toward Florida, we rushed to the boat to make final preparations. UPDATE as of 9/8/2019: Thank you to all who have been thinking about us and Temptress. We have not yet been back to our boat, but Dorian did not hit our ar...
Preparing to Sail in Remote Areas – Sailing Australia Ep.54
We call out the Australian Coast Guard for the first time and get lifted out of the water to check Florence's bottom ready for sailing to Indonesia. The clock ticks away as we try to get all of our work done on Florence in under 72 hours to save an extra d...
Stranded on a Drowning Stranger’s Boat
This is one of those times where things go BAD in a hurry. There are lessons to be learned, so that's why I am sharing it with you. This is the story of the time a man I didn't know on a boat I didn't know, chased after a dinghy and almost drown. iTunes P...
Engine FAILED and GROUNDED | LESSONS FROM THE SEA | Ep.4 Wildlings Sailing
We learned a LOT in the last week. How do you think we dealt with the situation? let us know in the comments! Buy us a coffee! www.ko-fi.com/wildlingssailing
Dragging Anchor: Play by play and how we handle it
Don't you hate it when you wake up and your boat isn't where you left it? --- PLEASE SUBSCRIBE! Follow Emily & Clark's Tiny Adventure blog: svtemptress.com Facebook and Instagram: @emilyandclark Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/emilyandclark PayPal: ...
We screwed up! Stranded in the dinghy without safety equipment
Today we made a big mistake. We took what we thought would be a very short trip into town in a friend's empty dinghy, with no oars, life jackets, whistle, radio or anchor. It was a TINY trip. But when the motor stalled, we quickly realized we screwed up. ...
Nightmare! We lost the rudder in open ocean, EXTRA Episode (Ep. 45), Hilma Sailing
We tried to built several rudders and and came 100 NM north in three days. We had to be towed the last 40 NM before we were safe in Majuro. We are forever grateful for all the help we got and we really hope we can continue this journey, all the way back t...
18-06_Meet Tyler Bradt – extreeme is understatement (sailing ZERO)
Ahoy, What's the best thing about sailing around the world? It's definitely meeting so many different awesome people in so many different awesome spots. And their stories are breathtaking, jaw dropping and inspiring and I think there is nothing better. Hav...
Transatlantic Part 4: The Doldrums And Emergency Sail Repair | Sailing Wisdom Ep 5
The adventure continues as we get completely trapped in the doldrums. Spirits are quite low with the lack of forward momentum. Our most important sail, Dill rips from being over used in too much wind under Frank’s watch. We are forced to do an emergency ...