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Ep 187 Boats of the Rich and Famous
We travel halfway around the island of Antigua, part of the Leeward Islands/Lesser Antilles of the Caribbean, to be there in Falmouth Harbour for the start of the RORC 600 sailboat race. As it turned out, this was also ground zero for more expensive boats and yachts than we could shake a stick at. I...
Getting Hot & Sweaty in Miami – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 359
Our day starts with water activities like a dinghy ride while taking in Miami's beautiful scenery. Conversations covering workouts, boating terms, and personal stories, including humorous moments. Plans are made to visit a national park and discuss moving the boat. We'll also enjoy a picni...
THIS Makes It All Worth It! – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 358
The day includes cruising on a sailboat and enjoying a scenic anchorage. We'll reflect on challenges like engine issues and share light moments while cooking together. Then our evening features watching Supercross and relaxing with family, capturing the joys of life on the water. 🔔 Hit Subscri...
Is This Fair?! He Does Everything While I Play. – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 357
Life aboard means that sometimes people get the shaft...Come see how it plays out this time! 🔔 Hit Subscribe — you don't want to miss where we're heading next. Check out our webpage at www.thelazygeckos.com Other Links: Patreon: Become a Patreon at www.patreon.com/lazygeckos Instagra...
Ep 186 On Being Told You Have 12-18 Months To Live | Oyster 485 Talisman
We’re not the drama channel. But this time was real … and not good. I tell the story in the video, but the short version is that last summer I was diagnosed with a form of tongue/throat cancer. It’s not the rarest form, but it was caught very late in the game, after the tumor had grown to be 2.5cm ...
Complete Chaos Turns Into Cruising Show Stopper – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 354
After a MAJOR upgrade and re-fit, we are back in action! We're sailing south and taking you along for the ride! 🔔 Hit Subscribe — you don't want to miss where we're heading next. Check out our webpage at www.thelazygeckos.com Other Links: Patreon: Become a Patreon at www.patreon....
Living Aboard During a Refit is No Joke! – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 353
We've been on the hard for a week now, TONS of things have happened. Now it's time to splash Calypso and get things wrapped up! 🔔 Hit Subscribe — you don't want to miss where we're heading next. Check out our webpage at www.thelazygeckos.com Other Links: Patreon: Become a Pa...
Ep 185 Final Electrical Upgrades, Launch, and Docking
Finishing up the final electrical upgrades on our list. These include adding a Victron galvanic isolator, replacing the battery crossover switch, and replacing the old battery isolator with a new Victron unit. And following that we LAUNCH! Yay!!!. This is always the big moment of truth. Will she si...
Are These Boat Upgrades a Mistake if We’re Already Eyeing a New Boat? – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 352
Calypso is about to undergo significant upgrades, including the installation of solar and removal of unnecessary underwater items. We'll take you through preparation for a haul out in Fort Pierce, Florida, before strapping in and lifting our floating home out of the water. 🔔 Hit Subscribe — y...
Ep 184 Offshore Passage and Liveaboard Prep
What does it take to prep for extended passagemaking and the liveaboard lifestyle? A lot of hard work, that’s what! And plenty of time spent sourcing all the parts we either broke or need to upgrade. In this episode we focus on electrical system repairs and upgrades, installation of a new Gen3 Star...
I Should Be STRESSED… But I Feel More ALIVE Than Ever – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 351
Weeks of boat work will make you forget why you started. One day back on the water fixed that. ⛵ We're headed south down Florida's ICW to Fort Pierce for a haul-out — and this transit day reminded us exactly why we chose this crazy, beautiful life. Rhys took the helm and honestly? He'...
Ep 183 Why Did We Re-Index Our MaxProp Feathering Prop?
Why would you want or need to re-index your feathering prop? In our case, we’ve been living with limitations on engine RPMs. Specifically, when motoring we couldn’t go above 2,000 RPMs or the engine would start to heat up. Staying below 2,000 worked fine, but it isn’t how the boat was delivered. O...
Ep 182 The Pre-Launch Rush | Too Much to Do and Not Enough Time
It’s a crazy rush with our projects, and time is at a premium. First up is the Anchoright Chain Marking set. This is a Defender item, and viewers can get 5% off by clicking the link below. It’s good for 30 days after the video drops. Next up, over the off season the coolant reservoir drained pink ...
Ep 181 Did We Just Toast $3,600 of Lithium Batteries
In this episode, we return to Antigua to get our always ongoing projects completed in order to launch the boat. But things get off on the wrong foot when we discover that our huge LifePo4 house battery bank is completely flat; not even enough power to turn on the lights or fans. This sets me off on...
We Ditched Our Watermaker…Here’s Why – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 349
We've had it! After years of rebuilds, failing on us at the worst possible times, we've torn the Spectra Watermaker out of Calypso and are going with a new brand! We'll also get the new trampolines in and get them installed! Car Seat Info: 🛒 Travel Car Seat We Use: *As an Amazon ...
I Don’t Even Know Where to Start! New Season, New Problems! The Lazy Geckos – Ep. 348
The first episode of Season 14! We're back onboard after a few months away and are busy getting Calypso set up to cruise! We'll find out what condition she's in from sitting still and we'll get those trampolines started! Check out our webpage at www.thelazygeckos.com Other Link...
Every Voyage Must End… – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 347
Join us as we navigate the final leg of our Bahamas shakedown cruise aboard Calypso. Facing necessary upgrades and repairs, we'll prepare to re-enter US waters, discuss the challenges of cruising with a baby and address Jeremiah's health concerns. We'll also share insights into boat ...
Pitch Black. Open Ocean. Gulf Stream Crossing. – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 346
Early morning starts with our crew preparing for a Gulf Stream crossing. We'll check equipment, discuss conditions, and pull up the anchor. Navigating through changing depths, we'll monitor the radar and more in pitch black conditions! We'll also express mixed feelings about the jour...
You Wouldn’t Believe How HOT It Gets! – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 345
Today we'll face thunderstorms while preparing for a long sailing passage. Brittany will discuss cooking onboard and managing kids amidst the heat, encountering challenges with both. Emphasizing the need for breaks and hydration, we'll reflect on our journey. The day ends with a welcome st...
Anchored on an Uncharted Wreck… Then He Took Me Tubing While Mad 😳 – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 344
Join us as a fun day unfolds in the Bahamas with activities like snorkeling, tubing, and exploring a sunken wreck. The day highlights the joy of family bonding and adventure, concluding with reflections on creating lasting memories and preparing for their departure from the beautiful location. Chec...
The Sailing Dream: This is what “SOMEDAY” looks like! – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 343
The journey starts from Nassau Harbor, where the crew prepares the boat and discusses their route. Then we're sailing away! After a stop at Chub Marina for diesel, the crew will share boating experiences. Approaching a remote anchorage, they discover an uncharted wreck, leading to plans for sno...
Cruising Life: Is it REALLY that much work? See our daily routine! – The Lazy Geckos Ep. 342
Let's explore the daily life on a boat, focusing on meal preparation, laundry management, and the challenges of cruising. We'll share family moments and the joy of discovering new places, along with routine tasks like shopping for supplies and ensuring the boat is ready for departure. Expe...
Ep 180 Understanding Marine Oil Analysis Reports
Here we have a different sort of episode. We’ll be delving into the intricacies of oil analysis reports for marine diesel engines. In fact, this episode will also cover agricultural and heavy equipment as well. This is incredibly important stuff, as increased wear in diesel engines will not get be...