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SABA, WTF is this Place!?— Sailing Uma [Step 82]

Spending some time in Saba made us realize just how magical this island is. Everyone is so friendly and everything has an interesting story (from the road, to the sulphur mine, to its crazy airport) We had an amazing couple of days exploring its wonders an...

Jul 28, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:17:50

SECRET DIVE SITE in the BVIs — Sailing Uma [Step 81]

This week as we continue sailing the BVI's, we check out a super secret, very new and amazing dive spot off the North West coast of Virgin Gorda BVI. We also get our main sail repaired before sailing to Saba with a South African stowaway. If you enjoyed ...

Jul 21, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:17:21

Naked Night Dive + Exploring the Baths — Sailing Uma [Step 80]

After seeing a group of night scuba divers show up, we decided to go along for the ride and free dive around them... We had no idea they would have actually spotted the fact that we were very much naked. After a good time at Great Dog island, we sailed ove...

Jul 14, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:19:56

“Man” Overboard (Rescuing our new crew member) — Sailing Uma [Step 79]

This week we sail our way east in the British Virgin Islands. Stopping at some amazing places along the way, like Sandy Cay and Cane Garden Bay. It finally feels like all the hard work is paying off. We even get to practice an improve man overboard drill, ...

Jul 07, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:17

PIZZA PI — The best pizza of the caribbean — Sailing Uma [Step 78]

While sailing in the US Virgin Islands, we had the pleasure to chit chat with the crew of Pizza Pi, and taste what became the best pizza we've ever tried. For more about Pizza Pi, check out their website: https://www.pizza-pi.com/ If you enjoyed this ep...

Jun 29, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:15:49

Cruising Life in Culebrita — Sailing Uma [Step 77]

Culebrita is a small Puerto Rican island 20 miles East of PR. We spent a few days venturing around and even took a nice salted bath before sailing to St Thomas. If you enjoyed this episode, please give it thumbs up and subscribe, it helps us out a bunch :...

Jun 22, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:26

Pulpit Repair and Sailing to Culebra — Sailing Uma [Step 74]

In this step, we finally get to fix our bow pulpit thanks to Luis, our new hero! He picked us up, drove us back to San Juan and spent 2 days helping us put Uma's bow back together. With that done, it was time to weigh anchor and set sail for Culebra. If ...

Jun 02, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:04

KECO Eco Cooler installation + New Ice Box — Sailing Uma [Step 73]

DISCLAIMER: Keco Cooler was discontinued and is no longer available for purchase. [ Future DIY SAILBOAT GALLEY REFIT videos] . Step 73 Ice Box https://youtu.be/twW36wFmm9U . Step 134 Hefty Su https://youtu.be/moruXWVh674 . Step 136 Corian Counter https...

May 25, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:43

How NOT to charge your batteries — Sailing Uma [Step 72]

In this episode we explain why we sailed onto anchor when coming into Fajardo PR. Hoping we found the source of the problem, we head into town to get new batteries. Which turned out to be an all day event. And in the end, we learned how not to charge lead ...

May 18, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:31

Exploring the two sides of San Juan — Sailing Uma [Step 69]

In all the places we drop our anchor, we seem to always have a project to do on Uma. But we also try our best to make time to explore and get a feel for each area. We were amazed to see that San Juan has distinctively two sides: The full of big box stores ...

Apr 27, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:08

WE GOT HIT! — Sailing Uma [Step 68]

While we were in Samana, we got a bunch of good projects done including installing our windlass which our backs will be extremely happy about. On our very last day, after we had our passports stamped and were ready to haul up the anchor, an unfortunate eve...

Apr 20, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:21

Life Changing Improvements — Sailing Uma [Step 67]

With the airports open, we find a flight and return to our floating home in the DR. A few quick stops in Santo Domingo to pick up everything we need to add a few life changing improvements to our boat. We'll be doing a more in depth review and installat...

Apr 14, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:17:51

Is This How Rich People Feel? — Sailing Uma [Step 65]

While we were in Samana, we got to take part in a very special treat. Taking Uma into a 5 star Marina was not something high in our priority list. BUT because everything is so cheap here, and a big thanks to a few friends visiting, we all pitched in to ...

Apr 01, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:18

Perfect Downwind Sailing to the DR — Sailing Uma [Step 64]

We waited and waited in Haiti for the perfect wind to sail East to the Dominican Republic. It was a perfect sail. Calm enough to enjoy a nice spa day onboard. After 3 days at sea, we we're excited to see land once more and await all the new adventures that...

Mar 23, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:18

Kika’s Birthday Spreader Jump — Sailing Uma [Step 63]

There was a few last minute things to do in Cap Haitien before leaving Haiti and heading to the DR. But first, it was my Birthday! So we needed to celebrate it right. For my birthday, I not only had the most awesome surprise from Dan and our Cap friends, b...

Mar 10, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:45

Multi-Million Dollar Playground — Sailing Uma [Step 62]

While still in North Haiti, our days were full of fun activities, including scuba diving, sailing with friends and playing around in a Multi-million dollar playground. If you enjoyed this episode, please give this video a thumbs up, it helps us out a bunc...

Mar 02, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:59

Whatever the Opposite of Boat Repair is — Sailing Uma [Step 61]

After we had a very productive week in Mole St Nicolas, we sailed over to Labadee, and have... a completely opposite experience inolving drinking, power boats, castles and a lot of screaming. If you enjoyed this episode, please give this video a thumbs u...

Feb 25, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:25:09

Boat Work in Exotic Places — Sailing Uma [Step 60]

We ended up spending a week in Mole St Nicolas. During that time, we tackled a few boat projects, enjoyed a few super cheap meals at the local hotel, and even went sailing with our friend Jimmy. After a few days in the BEST anchorage in Haiti, we were sad ...

Feb 16, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:16

Friday the 13th in the Windward Passage — Sailing Uma [Step 59]

We may not be the superstitious type, but Friday the 13th turned out to be quite the day! Dolphins, double rainbow, gale force winds, full moon AND we sailed into our next anchorage safe and sound. We hope you enjoy the beauty and magic of St. Nicolas as...

Feb 10, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:48

Sailing into the Sunset — Sailing Uma [Step 58]

While taking care of a few remaining tasks in Port au Prince before we set sail again, we were interrupted when we got a call that our boat had drifted and had run aground! We also partied hard with friends before, quite literally, sailing off into the sun...

Feb 02, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:43

Eco-Tourism in Haiti — Sailing Uma [Step 57]

When we take the time to explore Haiti's true roots, we realize how its unique natural elements can be the highlight of this country's future. Instead of focusing on the ugly and the problem, we should let its beauty shine, and focus on the solution. I str...

Jan 27, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:11:37

A Visa for Every Country — Sailing Uma [Step 56]

After the hurricane, Dan flew to New York to keep me company for a few weeks while I helped my mom in the hospital. When we came back to Haiti, we spent time with family and tackled a few tasks on our to do list while still in Port Au Prince. Mainly, we ha...

Jan 20, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:59

Post Hurricane — Sailing Uma [Step 55]

After Matthew had passed through, it was time to put everything back together and sail back to Grand Goave and see how things looked on land. If you enjoyed this episode, please give this video a thumbs up :) WANT MORE? Visit http://www.patreon.com/sail...

Jan 15, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:37

Sailing Solo Towards a Hurricane — Sailing Uma [Step 53]

With Kika in New York City taking care of her Mom, it was up to me to prep the boat and moving to a safer anchorage preceding the arrival of Hurricane Matthew. It was a challenge for sure. This Step highlights the event leading up to the storm. Hope you li...

Dec 30, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:18

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