My favourite sailing channel by far. Just a lovely couple with an adorable dog, living the free life. Alie is a natural beauty. She doesn't have to try and look pretty. It just comes naturally. She is a delight to watch and is actually funny. Ben is a solid, honest man, learning as he goes. He is not ashamed to admit mistakes. He just learns from them. So glad I discovered this channel. Makes me smile (and worry) every time.
You probably dont care but does anyone know a way to log back into an Instagram account?? I stupidly lost the login password. I appreciate any tricks you can offer me.
@Samuel Jack thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site on google and Im trying it out atm. I see it takes a while so I will get back to you later with my results.
..... glad I wasn't having a drink when you showed Bruce on the rachet chair .... busting 9 knots, just a rippen .... thx for sharing ..... never stop dreaming, just dream bigger .. have fun be safe, save our oceans .....
a water filter inline with your tap will make sure crud doesn't come out, and using a filter when filling from shore will stop any crud from going in. If you empty the tank out, you could get two hoses into the lower part of the tank, one to supply a bit of water to rinse the tank/get any remaining crud stirred up in the water, and the other to suck the little bit of dirty water out. 'Rinse repeat till clean;
i would do this but use the water inlet for the wash and just leave the outlet open. just make sure your bilge pump works. later on you could make an access hole.
I agree, let the water level get low and then pull the plug. I would use this time to clean out the bottom with a hose in the clean out hole. Also install a filter on your drinking water at the sink.
You've probably resolved your sediment issues in the water tank. You got the boat with water already in the tanks I think, and although stored cool in the dark, you may not know how long for, possibly from breaking down internal walls in the tank above waterline, or got in with loose tank cap at some point. Draining the tank, with a 'vacuum water pump' would probably resolve that problem. When tank gets low, rather than just fill it, pump it out with a sucker pump variety (vacuum), that should get most of it out. Then 'flush tank' - pressure water in with hose deep into tank, and same process - drain it with sucker pump, then fill to top - should resolve sediment problems. That'd be how I'd resolve it. Cheers. 🇳🇿 😎
Open the drain plug while filling from the top and flush into bilge. The higher pressure flowing out should stir up the particles and flush out without running the pump.
Everyone has the same water problem, not to worry. Always filter your water or drink bottled ( might be a storage problem). An inline filter works but you'll need a pump that'll push it.
I found your channel this morning and been binge watching all day. I watch many many sailing channels but this one has to be on my favorite list. You both are great at bringing the realities of owning and living on a Sailboat, your editing skills are really great and your personalizes are magnetic. I have Subscribed and now looking forward to future episodes. Stay safe from Calgary.
I had shells and sand in mine. I had to drill access points into mine. I also had to tape some flex hose and suck all the nasty stuff out. Then did a (2-3 gallon per 200 gallons) peroxide soak for a few days to clean all the plumbing. After that did a fresh water clean using stuff from the RV store. After that we have been golden. Lots of work but you have to get into the tanks without question.
Interesting, that seems like the bullet proof way to get this resolved. Off course we can filter, but I want the gunk gone, and the filter as a secondary means of keeping the water clean. Thanks for sharing!
In the RV world we use ice cubes to "scrub the tanks" Put 15 lbs of ice in before a ride. Theyll agitate the sediment then drain them and sediment after it melts. Usually takes a few cycles but it works wonders
When we had a dirty tank we filled our completely empty tank from the hose at the dock and opened the cold water tap in the galley and let it run until the tank is full flushing the sediment out, took a few times to get it clean, and once in a while will let the tank run dry and repeat the process again. Looks like a great time up in "Destination" Sound.
Plum a drain line in the tank, catch the water draining out and fill at the same time, it will stir the water and get the sediment moving. That's what I have done in the past. Good luck
We had the same problem on our boat, you will need to install a dual filter first from the tanks will be a sediment filter and right after install a charcoal filter, hook this up to your drinking water tap and viola you will have clean clear and good tasting water.
You could possibly get a small submersible pump to attach to the drain hole & use it to succsun it to remove the sediment from the tank & then just use the same submersible pump to succ some water in to the water tank to replace the removed water with the sediment from the tank.
Always a pleasure following along with you three :) Keep up the fantastic work! Ben, as you're announcing you're pulling into DS and rolled up your sleeves.... you looked like a real live Johnny Canuck and THAT made me smile HUGE as a Canuck fan. Cheers for that. As my last official message from Canada, I'll ask you two "When COVID season ends and you two get more options, are you planning on takin' er South or staying in BC area?" LOVE YOU GUYS AND ALL THE BEST!
Well then once again a great and fun video ...thanks for sharing!! Can't wait to se you over here At southern Spanish coast's beside Gibraltar !! I know the time will come sooner or later 😉. And about the Q&A request... Would be great to know you guys a little bit better , this said we're did you met eachother your passions you're dreams etc.
You should ALWAYS filter your drinking water... I now live in a sticks and bricks but I won't drink any water unless it's been filtered... When I lived on the road I carried a filter with me so I could filter my drinking water. There were many times I had to get my water from unthinkable places... LOL... Much love and prayers be blessed in Jesus name... BBE...
Agree!!! Also consider adding a bit of bleach to your tank each time you fill it. We never drink our tank water but we do use it for things like coffee and cooking because it is boiled first.
In any case I would put a 2 or 3 stage filter plus UV filtration just for drinking water. Is pretty cheap if u do it yourself: Just buy a 3 filter stage and put in it 30, 5 end 0.01 micron filters. The last one with carbon. After this consider to put an UV filter. In this way you solve the problem for the drinking water. Once the tanks are clean u may stop replacing the 30m filter leaving an empty shell. Concerning the tanks I would put a water hose in the bottom hole and clean the takes moving the hose inside the tanks. If this isn't enough consider some solvant and/or removing the tanks put a bigger hole in them from the top. I now it's huge.. but as a last option.
First a strainer before your 12 v pump ( between tank and pump) then a Charcoal filter on the “out hose/pipe”. Also, start filtering your water as you top up tanks.
@@BreakingWavesSailing There's a lot of cruisers out there that screw on a charcoal filter at the end of the "water filling hose" to filter out any water coming in before it hits the tanks. Not a screen but like a Britta type filter. :)
@@BreakingWavesSailing hi....Brentwood Bay, BC boy here (now on my catamaran in Florida). I use a standard filter/ housing that you would buy at Home Depot or Canadian Tire (!) for your kitchen. Sorry, dont have the link offhand, but usually a blue plastic housing and a filter cartridge about 10” long.....allows 4-5 gpm to pass, so takes a bit of time to fill tanks. ( my boat, 70 gallons a side, 15 mins to fill each side, ish.). Adapt a garden hose fitting to it, hook up to dock water and away you go. Strainer is just a small shurflo type...1/2” hose inlet and outlet. Takes out most of the particulate before your pump. Then another blue filter housing on house water to sink (s)...but use a charcoal filter to remove any taste ( chlorine?) and any remaining particles. One day.......empty your tanks and flush! Thx, Andrew
For a tank filling filter, check out RV in-line hose filter ( www.amazon.ca/Camco-40043-X-TastePURE-Flexible-Protector/dp/B0006IX87S/ref=asc_df_B0006IX87S/?tag=googlemobshop-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=292987880877&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15531863498490948679&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9000980&hvtargid=pla-434721119183&psc=1. These are a 20 micron filter good for sediment and organics. The water still needs to be potable. If you want purified water you’ll need a 1 or 2 micron filter. These are under sink filters with a small cold water supply faucet - flow rate is low, but acceptable. Adding chlorine is still a good idea if the water source is suspect. DING!
Put a water filter/faucet for your drinking/coffee/tea usage. Later on put an access port in the top of your tank to suck out the garbage in them. Instead of a generator have you thought about solar panels?
Yeah the solar and battery bank upgrades will for sure be needed to keep running laptops like this, the generator was a quick/easy short term fix. That slots in at about 3rd or 4th on the big project priority list. Standing rigging is our biggest priority right now.
Great video, for your mustache, look into the brand "Death Grip". They have two strengths, death grip and just wax, work great. It will take a little practice. Dee
For us, the most important thing is to find anchorages with 3-4 bars of cell coverage for video conferencing. This can be a challenge once out of the urban areas (many people have recommended we install a cellular booster on the top of the mast). Good cell coverage during the work week is a must, but also easy access to shore for the dog, and some trails or space for exercise, and ideally a small grocery store and maybe a pub near by is perfect - stay tuned to see what we find over the summer! Otherwise, in this digital, Covid (work from home) era, we didn't really have too many challenges. Ben only took one week off the whole summer and we managed to cruise for most of the summer. It really helps only having one person's schedule to manage, as Alie could edit Breaking Waves from anywhere, anytime.
Thats kinda funny , I actually put sand in my tanks to clean them . It's a lot better than trying to scrub places I know damn well i can't reach . Gonna watch for peoples responses to your issue before I tell you how I do it . Here's a hint for now ... Bernoulli
Interested to know.. The person that gifted you your first little sail boat, are they still about? Would be cool to let them see your adventures and new boat
I filter all the water going into and out of my tanks. The water at my Marina always has crud in it. I just use the rainfresh household filters and the cheapest place I have found the the housings is Canadian Tire www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/rainfresh-whole-house-or-under-sink-water-filter-housing-0621025p.html#srp. They never seem to have the mounts if you need them but I found those at Lowes www.lowes.ca/product/water-softening-filtration-accessories/rainfresh-steel-mounting-bracket-271800. On the old Catalina 30 for filling I just attached hose fittings to the housing and made do with the clunky setup. They sell inline garden hose filters at RV shops but they are expensive and you have to replace the whole thing where the rainfresh replacement filters are pretty cheap. On the Gemini 105M I have now there is more space so I have mounted a course 30 Micron intake filter behind a deck fill fitting (like a female garden hose end) that I can just attach a hose to and then valves to direct water to my tanks. I mounted another finer 5 Micron filter just past the pump and I am thinking of a second 1 micron filter, although that is probably overkill.
Craig Lowe ... apparently you are a video expert..... And just in case you are not let me tell you that you don't know how much time and effort it takes to upload a video 😉👍
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My favourite sailing channel by far.
Just a lovely couple with an adorable dog, living the free life.
Alie is a natural beauty. She doesn't have to try and look pretty. It just comes naturally. She is a delight to watch and is actually funny.
Ben is a solid, honest man, learning as he goes. He is not ashamed to admit mistakes. He just learns from them.
So glad I discovered this channel. Makes me smile (and worry) every time.
Thanks Luke -love the comment :)
You probably dont care but does anyone know a way to log back into an Instagram account??
I stupidly lost the login password. I appreciate any tricks you can offer me.
@Crosby Cesar instablaster ;)
@Samuel Jack thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site on google and Im trying it out atm.
I see it takes a while so I will get back to you later with my results.
@Samuel Jack it did the trick and I finally got access to my account again. Im so happy!
Thank you so much, you really help me out :D
..... glad I wasn't having a drink when you showed Bruce on the rachet chair .... busting 9 knots, just a rippen .... thx for sharing ..... never stop dreaming, just dream bigger .. have fun be safe, save our oceans .....
always the best comments
Thanks Peter :)
@@BreakingWavesSailing ... thank-you for the compliment .. have an awesome week ..
Well done you two
Bruce is just the best boat dog ever, well next to my Rose of course.
a water filter inline with your tap will make sure crud doesn't come out, and using a filter when filling from shore will stop any crud from going in. If you empty the tank out, you could get two hoses into the lower part of the tank, one to supply a bit of water to rinse the tank/get any remaining crud stirred up in the water, and the other to suck the little bit of dirty water out. 'Rinse repeat till clean;
i would do this but use the water inlet for the wash and just leave the outlet open. just make sure your bilge pump works. later on you could make an access hole.
That sounds like a good plan. Thnaks!
I agree, let the water level get low and then pull the plug. I would use this time to clean out the bottom with a hose in the clean out hole. Also install a filter on your drinking water at the sink.
That boat of yours kicks ass.
She's a fine vessel - 1989 Sceptre 41. Been around the world once already - hopefully again someday :)
You've probably resolved your sediment issues in the water tank.
You got the boat with water already in the tanks I think, and although
stored cool in the dark, you may not know how long for, possibly from breaking down internal walls in the tank above waterline, or got in with loose tank cap at some point.
Draining the tank, with a 'vacuum water pump' would probably resolve that problem.
When tank gets low, rather than just fill it, pump it out with a sucker pump variety (vacuum),
that should get most of it out. Then 'flush tank' - pressure water in with hose deep into tank, and same process - drain it with sucker pump, then fill to top - should resolve sediment problems. That'd be how I'd resolve it. Cheers. 🇳🇿 😎
Open the drain plug while filling from the top and flush into bilge. The higher pressure flowing out should stir up the particles and flush out without running the pump.
Awesome choice of music @ 7:00. Keep up the great work!
another great episode. Thanks for go the extra mile and ashore to get it out.
Everyone has the same water problem, not to worry. Always filter your water or drink bottled ( might be a storage problem). An inline filter works but you'll need a pump that'll push it.
I found your channel this morning and been binge watching all day. I watch many many sailing channels but this one has to be on my favorite list. You both are great at bringing the realities of owning and living on a Sailboat, your editing skills are really great and your personalizes are magnetic. I have Subscribed and now looking forward to future episodes. Stay safe from Calgary.
Thank you so much!!
same, found them a few days ago it seems and now on this episode. Envious of people that are able to explore like this
I had shells and sand in mine. I had to drill access points into mine. I also had to tape some flex hose and suck all the nasty stuff out. Then did a (2-3 gallon per 200 gallons) peroxide soak for a few days to clean all the plumbing. After that did a fresh water clean using stuff from the RV store. After that we have been golden. Lots of work but you have to get into the tanks without question.
Interesting, that seems like the bullet proof way to get this resolved. Off course we can filter, but I want the gunk gone, and the filter as a secondary means of keeping the water clean. Thanks for sharing!
Those orcas were cool!
Thanks BFF
Alie is just the right amount of loco
ty for sharing with us ,, enjoying the video,, till next time, happy sailing
In the RV world we use ice cubes to "scrub the tanks" Put 15 lbs of ice in before a ride. Theyll agitate the sediment then drain them and sediment after it melts. Usually takes a few cycles but it works wonders
Bruce is the best!
For sure
The seals are so cool !
Great vlogs! ❤
Great job guys another great episode!
Thanks!!
Gotta love the phone booths.... Ma Bell at her finest. LOL!
Entertaining as always! Nice work team!!
appreciate the effort to get the video out...
Great video !
Thanks!
When we had a dirty tank we filled our completely empty tank from the hose at the dock and opened the cold water tap in the galley and let it run until the tank is full flushing the sediment out, took a few times to get it clean, and once in a while will let the tank run dry and repeat the process again. Looks like a great time up in "Destination" Sound.
Plum a drain line in the tank, catch the water draining out and fill at the same time, it will stir the water and get the sediment moving. That's what I have done in the past. Good luck
We had the same problem on our boat, you will need to install a dual filter first from the tanks will be a sediment filter and right after install a charcoal filter, hook this up to your drinking water tap and viola you will have clean clear and good tasting water.
You could possibly get a small submersible pump to attach to the drain hole & use it to succsun it to remove the sediment from the tank & then just use the same submersible pump to succ some water in to the water tank to replace the removed water with the sediment from the tank.
that’s an interesting idea!
Always a pleasure following along with you three :) Keep up the fantastic work! Ben, as you're announcing you're pulling into DS and rolled up your sleeves.... you looked like a real live Johnny Canuck and THAT made me smile HUGE as a Canuck fan. Cheers for that. As my last official message from Canada, I'll ask you two "When COVID season ends and you two get more options, are you planning on takin' er South or staying in BC area?" LOVE YOU GUYS AND ALL THE BEST!
Thanks Joe!!
@@BreakingWavesSailing CHEERS!
Me ha encantado vuestro video sois una pareja especial y Bruce encantador, saludos desde el sur de España
Gracias Yuso!
Ey Yuso otro saludo desde el sur de España. Me alegra el echo de saber que hay más gente de España que ve este canal.
Well then once again a great and fun video ...thanks for sharing!! Can't wait to se you over here At southern Spanish coast's beside Gibraltar !! I know the time will come sooner or later 😉. And about the Q&A request... Would be great to know you guys a little bit better , this said we're did you met eachother your passions you're dreams etc.
Question for you Ali, could you ask Ben if.... Just kidding! Love work see ya next vid.
6:59 oh my gwad... Bruce looks like a seal himself! lol!
that's what I said too! haha
Ahhh love Comox , reminds me of my childhood @ HMCS Quadra. As seen in the seal footage in the background
You should ALWAYS filter your drinking water... I now live in a sticks and bricks but I won't drink any water unless it's been filtered... When I lived on the road I carried a filter with me so I could filter my drinking water. There were many times I had to get my water from unthinkable places... LOL...
Much love and prayers be blessed in Jesus name... BBE...
We must have sailed right past one another! We were in Comox and then headed to Desolation in July. We were there until end of August..SV Cariba
Just found you on Instagram, we'll know what boat to look for now :)
Dogs are the best
I would install a filtering system for drinking water. I never trust what is in a boat water tank. I know more money to spend. that is boat life.
Agree!!! Also consider adding a bit of bleach to your tank each time you fill it. We never drink our tank water but we do use it for things like coffee and cooking because it is boiled first.
If your boat heels over too much wind spills out over the top of the sail. This is why your boat can go faster with a reef in.
Look right at 7:01. Bruce isn't obsessed with Seals. HE IS A SEAL! (Which means if you're scared of seals, you've got a big problem on your hands.
hah isn’t that the most ridiculous position to fall a sleep? it cracks us up every time
In any case I would put a 2 or 3 stage filter plus UV filtration just for drinking water. Is pretty cheap if u do it yourself: Just buy a 3 filter stage and put in it 30, 5 end 0.01 micron filters. The last one with carbon. After this consider to put an UV filter. In this way you solve the problem for the drinking water. Once the tanks are clean u may stop replacing the 30m filter leaving an empty shell.
Concerning the tanks I would put a water hose in the bottom hole and clean the takes moving the hose inside the tanks. If this isn't enough consider some solvant and/or removing the tanks put a bigger hole in them from the top. I now it's huge.. but as a last option.
Thank you!
First a strainer before your 12 v pump ( between tank and pump) then a Charcoal filter on the “out hose/pipe”. Also, start filtering your water as you top up tanks.
when you say filter water while filling do you mean a simple screen?
@@BreakingWavesSailing There's a lot of cruisers out there that screw on a charcoal filter at the end of the "water filling hose" to filter out any water coming in before it hits the tanks. Not a screen but like a Britta type filter. :)
@@BreakingWavesSailing hi....Brentwood Bay, BC boy here (now on my catamaran in Florida). I use a standard filter/ housing that you would buy at Home Depot or Canadian Tire (!) for your kitchen. Sorry, dont have the link offhand, but usually a blue plastic housing and a filter cartridge about 10” long.....allows 4-5 gpm to pass, so takes a bit of time to fill tanks. ( my boat, 70 gallons a side, 15 mins to fill each side, ish.). Adapt a garden hose fitting to it, hook up to dock water and away you go. Strainer is just a small shurflo type...1/2” hose inlet and outlet. Takes out most of the particulate before your pump. Then another blue filter housing on house water to sink (s)...but use a charcoal filter to remove any taste ( chlorine?) and any remaining particles. One day.......empty your tanks and flush! Thx, Andrew
For a tank filling filter, check out RV in-line hose filter ( www.amazon.ca/Camco-40043-X-TastePURE-Flexible-Protector/dp/B0006IX87S/ref=asc_df_B0006IX87S/?tag=googlemobshop-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=292987880877&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15531863498490948679&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9000980&hvtargid=pla-434721119183&psc=1. These are a 20 micron filter good for sediment and organics. The water still needs to be potable. If you want purified water you’ll need a 1 or 2 micron filter. These are under sink filters with a small cold water supply faucet - flow rate is low, but acceptable. Adding chlorine is still a good idea if the water source is suspect. DING!
Many cruisers dont drink the tank water and only use it for showers and dishes. Only drinking bottled water. Maybe put a charcoal filter on your tap?
Put a water filter/faucet for your drinking/coffee/tea usage. Later on put an access port in the top of your tank to suck out the garbage in them. Instead of a generator have you thought about solar panels?
www.water-filter.com/RV-water-filters
Yeah the solar and battery bank upgrades will for sure be needed to keep running laptops like this, the generator was a quick/easy short term fix. That slots in at about 3rd or 4th on the big project priority list. Standing rigging is our biggest priority right now.
Great video, for your mustache, look into the brand "Death Grip". They have two strengths, death grip and just wax, work great. It will take a little practice. Dee
Try a wet vac through the drain hole, (with empty tank) by filling a bit and vacuuming out a few times you should get most of it.
We were just about to say the same thing! Also second the filter. We have a filter at the sink for drinking water
Camco Spring Fresh Water Tank Treatment
I'd get a filter even a Brita pitcher to pour the drinking water and cooking water.
We do have one :)
buy a filter and attach to the hose when you fill the tank
How do you manage sailing and working remotely? What limitations do you have and what recommendations do you have for someone looking to do that?
For us, the most important thing is to find anchorages with 3-4 bars of cell coverage for video conferencing. This can be a challenge once out of the urban areas (many people have recommended we install a cellular booster on the top of the mast). Good cell coverage during the work week is a must, but also easy access to shore for the dog, and some trails or space for exercise, and ideally a small grocery store and maybe a pub near by is perfect - stay tuned to see what we find over the summer! Otherwise, in this digital, Covid (work from home) era, we didn't really have too many challenges. Ben only took one week off the whole summer and we managed to cruise for most of the summer. It really helps only having one person's schedule to manage, as Alie could edit Breaking Waves from anywhere, anytime.
I suggest a water filter on your sink faucet.
SV Brooklyn
Thats kinda funny , I actually put sand in my tanks to clean them . It's a lot better than trying to scrub places I know damn well i can't reach . Gonna watch for peoples responses to your issue before I tell you how I do it . Here's a hint for now ... Bernoulli
Interested to know.. The person that gifted you your first little sail boat, are they still about? Would be cool to let them see your adventures and new boat
Yah you are right, I should send him a link! Hopefully i still have the contact
Question: How good is Bruce? :)
Bruce!.....
Exactly
Reverse osmosis filter at sink just for drinking
I filter all the water going into and out of my tanks. The water at my Marina always has crud in it. I just use the rainfresh household filters and the cheapest place I have found the the housings is Canadian Tire www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/rainfresh-whole-house-or-under-sink-water-filter-housing-0621025p.html#srp. They never seem to have the mounts if you need them but I found those at Lowes www.lowes.ca/product/water-softening-filtration-accessories/rainfresh-steel-mounting-bracket-271800. On the old Catalina 30 for filling I just attached hose fittings to the housing and made do with the clunky setup. They sell inline garden hose filters at RV shops but they are expensive and you have to replace the whole thing where the rainfresh replacement filters are pretty cheap. On the Gemini 105M I have now there is more space so I have mounted a course 30 Micron intake filter behind a deck fill fitting (like a female garden hose end) that I can just attach a hose to and then valves to direct water to my tanks. I mounted another finer 5 Micron filter just past the pump and I am thinking of a second 1 micron filter, although that is probably overkill.
That was little Mexico u were on the beach
Check out a RV store. They have same problem but most good service centres have some good chemicals to treat the fresh water..
Waterfilters?
Ali, where do you get your music and do you have to pay Royalties? Good choice in music, nice job.
Ben here - i'll ask Alie and le tyou know!
She uses Musicbed.com and you pay a subscription instead of royalties
(ero) filtration system at walmart or where ever for $30 then $15 for filter every 3 months for filter and no worries
A July Video that’s old !!!
Craig Lowe ... apparently you are a video expert..... And just in case you are not let me tell you that you don't know how much time and effort it takes to upload a video 😉👍
@@saschaeuler7883 👍
Water filter installation video from a fellow sailor - ruclips.net/video/H7_zFKP81m0/видео.html
Just get yourself a Britta jug, to filter any murky water your plan to drink...... simpelzzzz