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Life is Like Sailing – The Holidays are Over

Time to clean up a bit and get 2015 started. :)

Jan 09, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:17

Life is Like Sailing – Jacklines

A quick video on how I easily set up my jacklines for solo sailing.

Jan 05, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:43

Life is Like Sailing – A Year on My Boat as a Liveaboard

Here is my one year anniversary video for my life as a live-aboard. Some reasons why I did it, some of my experiences so far and of course my future plans. www.lifeislikesailing.com www.facebook.com/lifeislikesailing

Dec 30, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:32

Sail Life – Liveaboard test day 6, Jökull (my dog) and fixing the toilet

I'm feeling much better and decided to head back to the boat. This video is main about how my dog (Jökull) is adjusting to life aboard.

Dec 26, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:32

Life is Like Sailing – Merry Christmas

Our first Christmas on the boat! :) www.lifeislikesailing.com www.facebook.com/lifeislikesailing

Dec 25, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:42

Sail Life – Liveaboard test day 4, fuel gauge

I'm a few days behind on replying to comments and emails. I've been sick for the past two days. I thought I was getting better but as you can probably tell by the end of this video that wasn't the case. I wanted to publish this video to wish all of you guy...

Dec 23, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:15

Sail Life – Liveaboard test day 1, insulation and more

I'm going to spend the next two weeks aboard Obelix with my dog. The goal is to figure out if I can move aboard my boat on a permanent basis. The 230V outlet installation is done and they are all working great. I'm trying to figure out how much insulation ...

Dec 21, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:12

Life is Like Sailing – Propane Systems

A look at the propane systems on my boat and how they work. www.lifeislikesailing.com www.facebook.com/lifeislikesailing

Dec 19, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:45

Life is Like Sailing – Installing the Carpet Flooring

With temperatures dipping below 0 Celsius recently I was reminded of how cold the cabin sole can get. Last winter I put down some foam mats and carpet, but I wanted to make something a little better for this winter. It is the first night and already I h...

Dec 16, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:15

Life is Like Sailing – Safety Equipment Extras – Part 2

Here is Part 2 showing a few more things on the boat! www.lifeislikesailing.com www.facebook.com/lifeislikesailing

Dec 11, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:57

Life is Like Sailing – Safety Equipment Extras – Part 1

Here is part 1 of 2 for Safety Equipment Extras showing all the things I have done or added to my boat above what is required. www.lifeislikesailing.com www.facebook.com/lifeislikesailing

Dec 10, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:00

Life is Like Sailing – Christmas Lights

A fun video of what we did today. www.lifeislikesailing.com www.facebook.com/lifeislikesailing

Dec 08, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:28

Life is Like Sailing – Safety Equipment

Here is a look at the Transport Canada required safety equipment for my vessel. Of course I have done a few other things and have a few other items on board to make it safer, but this is the minimum. www.lifeislikesailing.com www.facebook.com/lifeislike...

Dec 07, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:48

Life is Like Sailing – Stopper Knots

A stopper knot is a common thing to do for your lines, but putting the knot too close to the end of the line can make it difficult to get the load off our out from being jammed in a block. Take a look at the knots I used and where I put them on the lines....

Dec 02, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:12

Sail Life – Sailboat update #4 – My hopes and dreams

This video explains why I moved my boat to another marina. It's all about my hopes and dreams for the future. I want to give living aboard a try. If I can handle living aboard I'll be able to save up money to go cruising for an extended period of time. Sai...

Nov 30, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:17

Life is Like Sailing – Cable and Wifi

I had the question recently regarding my internet and cable on the boat. Well as a full time live-aboard it is nice to have my own internet and the marina I am at provides the cable. Here is a quick video of how I have it all hooked up and how I am abl...

Nov 28, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:42

Life is Like Sailing – Dock Lines

While I was in Ganges I had noticed the many interesting and sometimes surprising ways that boats are tied to the dock. One 46 sailboat had one line which was that yellow 3 strand floating braided line that deteriorates quite badly when exposed to sunligh...

Nov 20, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:06:10

Life is Like Sailing – 2014 November Cruise – Part 3

I spent the day wandering around little town of Ganges on Saltspring Island and enjoyed the beautiful November weather we are having! www.lifeislikesailing.com www.facebook.com/lifeislikesailing

Nov 16, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:31

Life is Like Sailing – 2014 November Cruise – Part 2

Today I left my marina in Richmond and travelled down the Fraser River, across the Straight of Georgia, through Active Pass and finally to Ganges which is located on Saltspring Island. Although the forecast was for strong Easterly winds, it was more of ...

Nov 14, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:46

Life is Like Sailing – 2014 November Cruise – Part 1

Going for a cruise always means a few things to get ready before the trip so here is a quick look at how I prepared the boat before I sailed off to Ganges over on Saltspring Island. www.lifeislikesailing.com www.facebook.com/lifeislikesailing

Nov 12, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:00

Life is Like Sailing – Sail Pre-feeder

If you have a roller furling system for your headsail then you know it can be a hassle to have the leading edge lined up to enter the track. Not difficult to do with two people, but how can you hoist the sail on your own? Simple tool is a 'sail pre-feede...

Nov 06, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:11

Life is Like Sailing – How to use a Sewing Awl

My neighbour invited me over to give a demonstration of how to use a Sewing Awl. A tool I will definitely be purchasing after seeing how useful it is! I checked online for this tool and found it is sold at many marine related outlets! You will see in t...

Nov 05, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:30

Life is Like Sailing – A Day in the Life of Liveaboard

Here are a few clips of what typical day of a Live-Aboard might look like. Not so different than how everyone else lives. :) www.lifeislikesailing.com www.facebook.com/lifeislikesailing

Nov 05, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:27

Life is Like Sailing – Happy Halloween

Just a little video to say Happy Halloween to everyone! www.lifeislikesailing.com www.facebook.com/lifeislikesailing

Oct 31, 2014
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:01:32

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