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In this week´s video, we are at the Zimmermans Boatyard in NC for an emergency haul-out! Our mission? To replace Zephyr´s coupling and shaft seal as quickly as possible to stop our saltwater leak that held us back on our journey south. We are joined by the lead marine mechanic who walks us through t...
We’re 2000 miles into our journey, but we’re backtracking on Youtube to give our friends and family a glimpse into how our crazy idea turned into a plan, then into reality. In this episode we flashback to purchasing the first sailboat we saw and the 200 mile sail to bring her home to Monterey where ...
This episode is jam-packed! Not only do we leave beautiful New Bern, where we spent the hurricane season, but we also run into the worst problem we’ve ever had on Zephyr. As you can probably guess from the thumbnail, we take on saltwater in the engine compartment. We spend a couple of days bailing w...
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Could this be the perfect cruising boat? The 1999 Najad 441 blew me away with its balance of comfort, performance, and low-maintenance design. In this video, I’ll walk you through why this Swedish-built beauty might just be the ultimate offshore cruiser. From th...
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This week, join me as I explore a 1982 sailboat in the chil...
"KNOW KNOT" is a custom owner-built Gerald Stevens designed 44 foot schooner, built and rigged for simple and fast sailing.
The construction is laminated frames/ribs and a strip edge nailed hull coated in epoxy and fiberglass. The decks are fiberglassed plywood.
The masts are aluminum ...
We BUY a NEW Outboard motor for our dingy. It's been 6 years since we bought a new outboard and we are really nervous about our decision. IT´s been almost a year trying to decide what to buy and the day has finally arrived. Join us as we take you through the process of unboxing, setup, test and...
We get right back into the teak work on our Beneteau sailboat. Last week we did the long hours of sanding all the teak toe rails till they were nice and smooth. Then we went through the process of using wood filler to fill in all the gaps in the teak.
This week we are straight back at it with sandi...
There are many parts of a sailboat that require ongoing maintenance, but few are generally as laborious as working on teak. Whether it's decks, toe rails, seats or interior wood. Teak requires constant maintenance. The debate around Stain vs Varnish continues and both have good qualities. Check...
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[[SOLD as on 12/14/2024]] At Only 33 Feet, This SAILBOAT Is HUGE! A RARE 1981 CSY 33 Bluewater Cruiser at $28,500!Canadian Ken couldn't join me for this one but it was still a ton of fun to expl...
Living aboard a sailboat can get complicated very fast. We have spent enough time sailing the world to witness it first hand to us and other sailors. So sometimes it makes sense to just simplify your day to day life on a sailboat so that stress doesn't get the better of you.
It often those sma...
Thank You!...and the boat works continue. We have been very fortunate to have the lifestyle we've had for the last 6 years and the people that make that possible...Thank You!
The journey, the exploration and everything in-between is because of you!
We also tackle some all important boat proj...
Most things you do on your boat will have only minor impacts to your sailboat performance and your wallet. But sometimes there are certain things, that if ignored, could end up costing you thousands of dollars in repairs and render your sailboat useless.
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It's rare if not unheard of for someone to ever have the chance to visit the factory where their sailboat was made. It's even more rare if that factory has been abandoned. Well, we get that chance and it's an emotional experience.
We also finally replace our water tank that has been ...
Abandon Ship, we are sinking, the boat is going down! All words that bring complete fear, loss, sadness and the reality that Mother Nature needs to be respected.
We sail the world with the full understanding that we are susceptible to the risk of losing the boat for any number of reasons. We strive...
Sleep on a sailboat can mean the difference between good and bad decisions, decreased safety and just overall quality of life. There are few things we value this important on our sailboat, so we take it pretty seriously when it's time to make improvements.
We also reveal a huge addition and su...
With the most dangerous part of the hurricane season looming over us, we are desperate to get north as fast as possible. We have been traveling up the ICW for the better part of a week now and we still have hundreds of miles to sail before we reach our destination.
What seems like endless amounts o...
In this episode of Sailing Zephyr, we face a tough decision: should we brave the leftover swells and winds from Hurricane Ernesto to continue our journey, or make a quick dash to Florida and wait for a better weather window? 🌊
As we weigh our options, we make a stop at Guana Cay to clean the hull,...
As the off-season approaches, we're gearing up for some amazing upgrades on Zephyr! Join us as we reveal our upcoming projects and plans to give her the love she deserves. From essential maintenance to exciting enhancements, we can't wait to share what's in store. Plus, we'll be ...
In this must-watch episode of Sailing Zephyr, join Natalie and James as they tackle essential boat checks and hurricane preparation techniques. From inspecting the mast to sanitizing water tanks with bleach, this detailed video transcription offers valuable insights for sailboat owners in hurricane-...
In this episode, Sailing Zephyr documents the installation of a new water pump in their Yanmar engine. After removing the old pump, they discover excessive wear causing coolant leaks. With the new pump in place, they face some coolant management challenges but ultimately succeed in a satisfying fix....
Ever experienced a coolant leak on your sailboat? Find out how Natalie and James from Sailing Zephyr handled their engine's water pump failure while cruising in Marsh Harbour, Bahamas. Join them as they detail their step-by-step approach to diagnosing, preparing for, and ultimately replacing th...
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