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Everything Started Breaking… Welcome to Our Shakedown Cruise
We knew the first few months after leaving the boatyard would be a shakedown cruise. After rebuilding nearly every major system aboard ROAM over the last two years, we fully expected to find bugs, experience a little "infant mortality" with new components, and spend time fine-tuning every...
Sailing Through Squalls All Night | Tanna to Efate – Ep. 277
Leaving Tanna behind in July 2025, I set sail overnight toward Efate in Vanuatu. The forecast promised an interesting passage, and the night certainly delivered. Squall after squall rolled across the ocean, bringing shifting winds, rain and plenty of sail adjustments in the darkness. Solo sailing...
From Fiji’s Farewell Songs to Vanuatu’s Fiery Volcano | Solo Sailing Adventure – Ep 276
After an emotional farewell at Vuda Marina in Fiji, where friends and team of Vuda Marina sang me goodbye, I set sail once again across the Pacific. This is in July 2025. Footage that I forgot to publish. My destination: Tanna Island in Vanuatu, home to one of the world's most accessible activ...
Save $$$ Servicing Your Own 15HP Mercury Outboard (4-Stroke) Episode 494
In this episode we walk through a full service on our 15HP Mercury 4-stroke outboard — the little workhorse that gets us to shore, hauls dinghy loads, and has to keep running when we're a long way from the nearest mechanic. If you own this engine (or any small 4-stroke outboard), this is the ma...
Two Grinde Sailboats, Two Solo Sailors. A visit on my boat – Ep. 274
Holly from SV Gecko steps aboard Loveworkx for a tour and comparison between our two Grinde sailboats. We talk about comfort, atmosphere and the little details that make a boat feel personal after years of sailing around the world. A cozy and honest conversation between two women living at sea. 💙 L...
Preparing My Sailboat for the Indian Ocean Crossing | Indonesia to Mauritius – Ep. 273
The countdown has started. Before departing Indonesia on May 26, I’m finishing essential upgrades and repairs on my 27-foot sailboat Loveworkx. New battery, new engine control panel, provisioning, maintenance and final preparations for a 30-day solo passage across the Indian Ocean to Mauritius. 💙 L...
We Almost Cooked Our Electrical System… So We Fixed It (MJ Sailing – Episode 375)
Save $30 on your Airlock purchase of $199 or more by using code MJSAILING or our link below. If you’ve ever dealt with that musty “boat smell,” this is one of the easiest ways to keep your air fresh and clean on board. This week we’re diving deeper into the electrical system on our catamaran build...
The Victron Electrical Install Begins! (Major Milestone for Our Self Built Catamaran) – Episode 373
This week marks a huge milestone in our catamaran build as we finally begin installing the electrical system. After months of planning and prep work, we take a trip to Annapolis to meet up with our friend Ryan, CEO of Dakota Lithium Batteries. While our batteries aren’t in hand just yet, Ryan was ab...
Installing New LED Lights on Our Sailboat | Wiring & Hole Cutting Ep. 67 #boatrefit
In this episode of our sailboat refit, we tackle the prep work for installing new LED lighting throughout the boat, and like most projects on a refit, it turned into more work than expected. To start, we removed two stainless steel light strips in the salon—each holding eight fixtures—and enlarged ...
Caribbean Dreams as we say Goodbye – Eps 72
Hey SOLMates, welcome back to Sailing Ocean Life! This episode marks the end of a huge chapter for us as we say goodbye to Lombok and to our amazing mates, Cathy & Steve - and we’ve got BIG NEWS for you at the end. We sail into the gorgeous little island of Gili Air, one of the famous Gili Isl...
Six Layers of Fiberglass and Zero Regrets (MJ Sailing – Episode 372)
Overbuilding the engine bed might seem excessive… until you factor in weight, torque, vibration, and a moving ocean. In this episode, we lift and align our diesel engine, temporarily set it in place, then pull it back out so Matt can glass the engine mounts permanently into the engine bed. With si...
Mom’s Surgery, COVID & Complications | Sailing Family of 7 Pushes Through ep113 HD 1080p
Life aboard isn't always sunsets and smooth sailing... Our family of seven has been working nonstop to get ready to leave port in just a couple of months, but this week brought some of the toughest challenges yet. Mom had to undergo surgery, then was hit with COVID, and just when we thought thi...
Engine problems in Indonesia #sailboat #solosailing #bali #engineproblems #sailingloveworkx #grinde
If you like my videos, please subscribe to my YouTube channel. And if you click on the notification bell, you will automatically see my new videos. Thank you! My name is Jacqueline Evers. My sailboat is a 27 foot Grinde called Loveworkx. As of 1st July 2023 I am on my solo circumnavigation from The...
Beating Into Large Seas at Ardnamurchan | 14 Hours, 30+ Knot Winds & a Leaking Boat
This week’s episode takes us from the Isle of Harris back to the mainland, calling first into Shieldaig near Gairloch before heading to Plockton. After a quiet night there, we set off at 6am for a day sail south — timing our departure carefully to catch the tides at Kyle Rhea, where currents can run...
A Week That Didn’t Go to Plan | Rain & Marina Life in Grenada
Not every week is turquoise water and perfect anchorages. This week in Grenada, heavy rain, canceled plans, and marina life kept us tied to the dock — and gave us a real dose of the cruising lifestyle. Between endless boat chores, a soggy anniversary outing, sewing a DIY bow shade, and watching our...
Riding Out Storm Floris in Scotland | Sailing to Rum & A Talisker Whiskey Run
This episode has it all — from hurricane-force winds to perfect sailing days. We start by leaving our anchorage at Loch na Droma Buidhe when the wind shifts, putting us on a lee shore. Then it’s all hands on deck as we prepare for Storm Floris, which batters Scotland with hurricane-strength gusts. ...
Outboard Trouble (Again!) & a Beautiful Sail to Salen | Dinghy Drama & Scottish Magic
Just when we thought our outboard woes were behind us… it breaks again in the wind and rain, no less! With the engine out of action, Matt rows ashore like a hero, gets it going temporarily, but it doesn’t last long. Thankfully, our friends come to the rescue, picking up a new 4hp outboard for us in ...
3 Epic Night Sails & a Detour to Whisky Paradise | Isles of Scilly to Scotland
In our most ambitious passage yet, we take on three night sails aboard Constantia — a first for us on this boat! We depart from the Isles of Scilly and head to Milford Haven, then on to Fishguard, and finally make a long overnight run to the Isle of Man before aiming for Arran... but, as sailing goe...
Boat Life in Sint Maarten: Dinghies, Beaches & Island Vibes
Yes, we’re still in Sint Maarten… and honestly, we’re not mad about it! We’ve been anchored in Simpson Bay for over a week now, and this island is quickly winning us over. Sint Maarten is truly a cruiser’s paradise—getting around by dinghy is easy and efficient, with everything you need just a short...
Sailing to the Isles of Scilly | A Feathered Stowaway, Tangled Lines & Island Wonders
In this episode, we set our course for the stunning Isles of Scilly—but not without a few surprises along the way! Mid-voyage, a curious pigeon joins us on deck, much to Lancer’s disapproval. Things take a turn when we accidentally run over our tender line, causing an unexpected (and slightly stress...
Sailing from Leigh to Whangarei – Ep. 238
Together with my husband Mark I sail from Leigh to Marsden Cove Marina in Whangarei. If you like my videos, please subscribe to my YouTube channel. And if you click on the notification bell, you will automatically see my new videos. Thank you! My name is Jacqueline Evers. My sailboat is a 27 foot ...
The Truth About Our Boat Buying & Selling Journey
We bought a catamaran. Then we sold it. Now we’re living the landlubber life in Florida… while working our way through the contract contingencies on our next catamaran. ⛵️🌴 Yep, it’s been a journey — full of wild lessons, emotional decisions, and a whole lot of growth. In this video, we’re opening ...
We Made an Offer! Boat Life Decisions & Florida Thrills
🚨 Big News! In this episode, we travel to Georgetown, South Carolina to check out a boat we've had our eyes on—and things get real when we decide to put it under contract! 😱⚓ But it's not all business... After a huge boat life milestone, we surprise the kids with a special family adventur...