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We have a PROBLEM! and a solution… S03E56 | Propulstion Series Part 13 | Building Wilda
This episode is Part 13 of our Propulsion Series which you can find on our youtube channel page in the Playlist section together with the other existing videos. In this video we face a challenge when we start putting the pieces of the motor lifting mechan...
FIBREGLASS TIME – Taping the RINGFRAME into the hull – S03E24 | Building Wilda
In this episode, we make all the necessary preparations and start taping the ringframes into the hulls. If you are new to the propulsion series of episodes, we suggest you start from here: @t Wilda is a Schionning Wilderness 1340 sailing catamaran. She...
Spring refit and boat work on Leros island, Greece – New solar, bilge alarm and fridge (Ep 12)
We fly back to Leros island in Greece where we left Wishful Thinking for the European winter on the hard at Moor and Dock Boatyard. We get straight into boat work to prepare to launch her for our second sailing season. Below the waterline we remove rust on...
Major Bulkhead Repair PART 2 – Lagoon 400 S2
In this weeks episode of Barefoot Travels we continue to work on a Lagoon 400 S2 major bulkhead rebuild. It's a big job to take on but we are looking forward to heading south with these guys as one of our buddy boats! Thank you to all our PATRONS for all ...
Major Bulkhead Rebuild – Lagoon 400 S2 (Part 1)
In this week's episode of Barefoot Travels, Davy takes on a big project helping one of our buddy boats with a Lagoon bulkhead problem. This Lagoon problem is on the 400 S2 model, the bulkhead in the anchor locker has some major rot going on. Check out th...
DIY EPOXY DOMINOES
In this weeks episode of Barefoot Travels (S5 E16) we make our own dominoes! We love playing Mexican Train and decided to make our own set to play with. We used @TotalBoat table top epoxy and they turned out fantastically! Let us know what you thin...
Ep 14 | DATE night is CANCELLED!
We’re finally ready to tab the floor supports to the hull, but it definitely comes with its challenges. Mistakes made and lessons learned as we crack on with this flooring! Enjoy!! Ellie and Ben xx — FOLLOW OUR REFIT FROM THE BEGINNING: https://w...
Are we CRAZY for re-painting the ENTIRE boat OURSELVES!? | Sailing Sitka Ep 89
Are we crazy for re-painting the entire boat ourselves?! Short answer is yes, of course, but it needed to be done! In this episode of Sailing Sitka, we continue to sand the waterline and hull in order to prep Sitka for a fresh coat of top-part paint. It fe...
HOT MESS in the YARD🥵| Sailing Sitka Ep 88
Hot mess in the yard. On this episode of Sailing Sitka, we begin our sailboat refit by sanding down the waterline and hull of Sitka. If that isn't hard enough, we are doing it in an extreme heat wave in the desert of Mexico!
Don’t Miss Out on the Excitement of Splash Day!! (S4 E58 Barefoot Travels)
Don't Miss Out on the Excitement of Splash Day in this weeks episode of Barefoot Travels!! Thank you to all our PATRONS for all your support. If you would like to become a patron the link is: https://www.patreon.com/Barefoottravels If patron isn't your ...
Getting The HARDTOP UP! Boat Work (Barefoot Travels S4 E56)
In this weeks episode of Barefoot Travels we FINALLY get the hardtop up onto the boat where it belongs!! Thank you to all our PATRONS for all your support. If you would like to become a patron the link is: https://www.patreon.com/Barefoottravels If patr...
Boatyard Blues: The Truth About Buying a Boat (S4 E55 Barefoot Travels)
Being in the boatyard no matter how long is exhausting. It's not the reason you buy a boat, it's hard work and when projects drag on it can be draining on your energy. Hope you enjoy this weeks episode, it is all part of the process! Thank you to all our ...
When Boat Projects NEVER End! Hardtop Build (S4 E54 Barefoot Travels)
This weeks episode we continue on with the endless job of working on the hardtop and we get an exciting delivery!!! Thank you to all our PATRONS for all your support. If you would like to become a patron the link is: https://www.patreon.com/Barefoottravel...
Will It Be Worth It?? Building a Hardtop for a Catamaran – Boat Work (S4 E53 Barefoot Travels)
In this weeks episode we are back to working on the hardtop! Thank you to all our PATRONS for all your support. If you would like to become a patron the link is: https://www.patreon.com/Barefoottravels If patron isn't your thing but you still want to he...
Fibreglass work & sailing for the first time in the Ionian Sea, Greece (Ep 3)
We fix a leak coming from one of Wishful Thinking's thru hulls by doing some fibreglassing. We also get some other boat jobs done including servicing our winches and re-oiling our compass. We then make a second launch attempt and set off on our journey thr...
Steel sailing yachts: Still a GOOD choice in 2025?
Which is best hull material for you? Do you know the deal about Steel? Hear from experienced sailors @WaywardLifeSailing on their thoughts on their steel boat and dive into the nitty gritty to look out for from a professional boatbuilder. ➡️ Don’...
Sugar Scoop Rebuild – Fibreglass, Fairing and Painting – BOAT WORK (S4 E47 Barefoot Travels)
In this weeks episode of Barefoot Travels we set to work rebuilding the sugar scoops. From fibreglass to fairing and painting. Keep you eyes peeled towards the end and you may notice something is missing on Barefoot. Let us know if you notice what it is i...
Fibreglass Boats 101- Why so CHEAP?
There’s various hull material options out there…but which boat is best for you? Do you know the nitty gritty about fibreglass GRP including OSMOSIS? Hear from experienced sailors @SailingUma on their thoughts on fibreglass and the ins and outs to loo...
Catamaran Full ELECTRIC CONVERSION – Batteries and Engine Install – Part 2 (S4 E45)
Part Two of helping our friends on IRIE CAT install their electric engines on their sailing catamaran! This week we go through their battery setup and actual putting the engines in on the new plugs Davy made to seal up the holes from the existing sail dr...
Catamaran ELECTRIC CONVERSION – Torqeedo Engines Part 1 – Boat Work(S4 E44)
In this weeks episode we help our friends on an identical boat to ours go FULLY ELECTRIC! They are avid sailors and wanted to get rid of their diesel engines. Once again Davy's fibreglassing skills come in handy and we help them fill the old holes in the b...
Adding Finer Detail // Complete Catamaran Build Ep261
Defining the final shape of the stern of our Catamaran has been a while coming and adding these curved foam core winglet duckboards has finally shown her true form. To say I am happy with it , is an understatement and we are moving to the stage where final...
Episode 113 – Engine troubles and Fiberglassing in beautiful Italy!
We are back on our beloved catamaran Pickle, so glad the winters over and we have started our new season with an amazing road trip (see last episode 112) Now its on with boat jobs! The engine needs some serious maintenance and problems fixing, the mast nee...
PRAIRIE GIRL turned SAILOR! (+ DOOR REFIT pt 2) Ep 24
In this video, Jay adds some finishing touches on the door to get it closer to completion. We also pack our bags and drive east to visit Kenna's family in Alberta, home of the Canadian Prairies (and dinosaurs.)
New Channel Trailer 2022 – Plus change of Channel Name
It was time for a new Channel Trailer. The old one is well over 4 years old and there are now over 130 videos uploaded. I also decided to change the name of the channel. The old name, "Just About Sailing" was based on a joke when I sent a video to friends ...
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