Watch Sailing & Boating Adventures Around the World tagged “Engine problems”

Ep. 3.07(B) It All Falls Apart [July 2020 Adventure Log] Part 2

July was doozy. We got hit with some nasty weather. We've spent a lot of time out of internet range. We had 8-, 12-, and 16-hour sailing days. So many things broke. And unfortunately, some of our camera equipment and hard drives got drenched in a crossing ...

Aug 30, 2020
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:20:57

Ep. 3.07(A) Storms, Isaias & Our Worst Month So Far [July 2020 Adventure Log] Part 1

You haven't heard from us in a while, and there are several reasons why. We got hit with some nasty weather. We've been out of internet range. And unfortunately, some of our camera equipment and hard drives got drenched in a crossing (apologies for some mi...

Aug 16, 2020
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:20:32

Ep. 3.06(B) Hurry Up and Wait [June 2020 Adventure Log]

After a rude surprise, we requested an appeal to our Bahamas visa extension, scrambled to order the very expensive part we needed for the diesel engine. The part is on the way, but it means our travel to the Dominican Republic is delayed for a couple more ...

Jul 18, 2020
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:20:49

Ep. 3.06(A) Leaving The Bahamas! [Special June 2020 Adventure Log]

After being denied the usual extension to our visas, we decided to spend hurricane season in Luperon, Dominican Republic. We spent a week getting Temptress ready for sea, converting her from our home on the water to a voyaging sailboat again. We have a n...

Jul 04, 2020
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:14

Ups & Downs Cruising The Inside Passage – Ep. 132 RAN Sailing

Join us for a few days of cruising on the Inside Passage in British Columbia, Canada. A mix of ups and downs with nice waterfalls, seals, sailing but then we run into engine problems again and drift in a narrow channels with lots of rocks and shoals. AH! I...

Dec 21, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:20:17

Nassau: The city of Pirates! Barefoot Sail and Dive (Ep. 10)

It is so much fun to be able to sail our home from one destination to another! Had a great time exploring the southern end of the Berry Islands. Next stop Nassau. Hopefully we won't have too many more issues with our engine! Fingers crossed! The Alternat...

Dec 14, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:39

Bimini to the Berry Islands! Barefoot Sail and Dive (Ep 9)

The Bahamas are awesome! The crystal clear water is stunning. We decided to spend a few more days exploring Bimini before heading on to the Berry Islands. There is so much to explore here in the Bahamas! Thank you to everyone who has subscribed! Don't for...

Dec 09, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:22

Problem Solving! Barefoot Sail and Dive (Episode 3)

Living on a boat involves a lot of problem solving! It's a good thing Davy knows how to fix an engine! We had our engine on the galley floor for a week. We had to wait for the parts we wanted to arrive to Annapolis. Luckily Catalina Direct was able to help...

Oct 27, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:10

The Really Cool Losers Club | S02E33

We finally get to the bottom of our engine overheating alarm by flushing the heat exchange with muriatic acid. Desiree does one last provisioning run and struggles to find a place for everything onboard. We take some final steps towards getting Atticus rea...

Aug 23, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:30:46

Putting Our Home in Harm’s Way | S02E20

After living in Isla Mujeres, Mexico for almost half a year while working hard to beef up our cruising kitty, we sort of forgot what it felt like to cruise! This trip to Bahia de Ascensión (Mexico) helped remind us about the ups and downs of cruising and ...

May 24, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:20:20

We’re Taking on Water! Sailing Marathon to Miami – Bums on a Boat Ep 33

There's no turning back. One breakdown after another hits us 3 days in a row while we sail from Marathon to Miami. But persistence eventually prevails and at last we anchor in Coconut Grove. Check out the FULL STORY on our website!! https://bumsonaboat.co...

Feb 10, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:39

WE LOST STEERING AND THE ENGINE AT SEA! – Boat Maintenance Monday

On an overnight 12 hour sail we lost steering at 1 am! find out what broke and how we fixed it! Then 3 days later crossing the Gulfstream we lost our port engine! See our new Website.... http://www.sailingdoodles.com Want to help us get a new drone? Pl...

Jul 09, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:26

Boom! There goes my starter unit… – UNTIE THE LINES S3E06

Karl's engine had come to a stop in a big storm in Portobelo. Time to go and look for the cause...and try to fix it. It's always an adventure to figure out how to get parts / repairs done in Panama. Come and join me in the search for the cure! Enjoy and A...

Apr 21, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:56

Winded Voyage 2 | Episode 3 | Anchoring Woes & Engine Failure

It seemed the sea and weather played with us. Rocked our boats and trapped us in Palamos for hours. We made the best of it and continued down the coast the next day. It was a nice sail until my engine refused to start. Another test to pass. Getting into po...

Oct 26, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:24

Seasickness and a Breakdown at Sea [Adventure #1]

We are so excited for our first crew opportunity, it is first time on a sailboat in the ocean and to spending a few days on board! We arrive in Marina Del Rey, meet the boat and delivery captain and start out on our voyage. Unfortunately, we quickly run ...

Nov 09, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:51

SCARY! Adrift Between Big Cargo Ships during my FIRST SOLO “SAIL” – UNTIE THE LINES #12

After a positive trial run with KARL, it is time to untie the lines by myself for the first time. So I leave Shelter Bay, all excited about my first solo trip. The weather looks good and KARL's engine is running...but then another adventure is coming up fo...

Nov 15, 2013
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:54

ENGINE TLC! I am learning about boat diesel engines and fuel care – UNTIE THE LINES #10

After a short holiday in Bocas, it is time to check why KARL's engine stopped working when we took him out for a trial run two weeks ago. Well, a busy week: opening up the tank, getting all the diesel out, cleaning the tank, installing a new filter system...

Nov 02, 2013
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:03:25

We have to TURN AROUND! Massive thunderstorms & engine failure – UNTIE THE LINES #7

Join me for the first real trial run with Karl and my friend Dimitrios, leaving Marina Shelter Bay and headding for Bocas del Toro. It will be an adventurous one, so be prepared! Find out more about my life with KARL on www.facebook.com/whitespotpirates....

Oct 11, 2013
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:55

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