I don’t know anything about sailing- but I’ve been watching every week for two years now because I just adore the two of you. Thank you for continuing to share your lives. I’m living vicariously through you and your channel. Much love! Squeeze Oso for me ❤️🐾
You guys are such a breath of fresh air. Watching your videos is a great 20 minute escape from the real world. I love it! No negativity, no politics, just a humble couple showing us their life adventure and allowing us to be a small part of the journey. Thank you to all three of you (Cpt. Oso of course!) and cheers!
Jordan and Desiree I love it how you are making Atticus II everything that you want without compromise. Your content and editing continue to become some of the best out there on RUclips. Thank you!
I love your show, it is like when I was a kid watching cartoons on Saturday morning, something i look forward to every week. You guys are great couple.
A tool that you should consider getting before you really need one is a "USB Snake Inspection Camera". They are only $20 and can be extremely helpful in tight spots to see what is going on.
Many have an app for phone or tablet. We have one and use it for inspecting hard to reach areas. Also we use my older Nikon digital camera or iPod on selfie stick to grab pictures in tight areas.
I have 1 that Milwaukee makes and uses the same battery pack as the rest of my cordless tools. I'd recommend a longer flexible 3 prong grabber as well if you need to grab a fallen screw or snaked wire in a tight spot.
I can't quite tell how you will route your coax to the antennas but just a reminder it's a good idea to have a loop or half loop of coax at the the bottom of the antenna connector so water won't run down the coax into the area of the connector (you want water to drip off the bottom of the loop or half loop). Things are looking really nice, you have to be stoked to get away.
The real life picture. You are dealing the same troubles as me in my small boat. You are a perfect in the message on how the thing works. A lot of tasks, but at the end of the day the peaceful of job done- with a beer, or wine. Amazing.
Keep it up team , not long to go to get all of the tasks done and you will be on your way , what I like is that you do everything properly and do not do anything by halves ....Well done both of you and I am getting so excited to see you both happy sailing off into the sunset !!!...God Bless you both XXXX
I have heard some disparaging remarks about the boat you selected, the price you paid, and the work it needed. That being said, you have a sailing vessel with a great pedigree, in the layout that you love, and with all of the effort you have put into it, one that you can have confidence in to take you ANYWHERE. I am so happy to see you back in the water, and ready to head out. I wish you the very fairest of winds, and following seas as you head out again into the wild blue yonder!
Excited to see your Eastern Atlantic adventures. Azores, Portugal, Spain, Morocco, Canary Islands, Mauritania, Senegal (pink Lake Retba), Cape Verde Islands. Such a great area to explore before heading to the Caribbean. Your projects demonstrate how many skills you have mastered. Working on Atticus 1 was a great teaching exercise.
What a laugh your comments were while pulling the cables into the cabin…. It’s a good thing we could really see what was really going on 🤣😂😅 It’s been great following your upgrades
Hey guys, Great video. As someone who has done a lot of cableing & data a helpful hint. Whenever you have to make a major pull fore & aft always leave a pull string. With data and upgrades as fast as things change there will ultimately be an upgrade or better equipment somewhere in your future. Whenever you have super hard run and pull always pull in another string with new cable....... next time you won't have to fish it ever again. Just use your pull string and remember to pull another to leave behind for nextime! This simple rule will leave you happy and next time you have to "make a new run" fore & aft.... it won't be so daunting! OH YAH...... Remember, we left a pullstring; this won't be too bad! CHEERS!
I follow two cruising families because they are so similar, you two and Oso (I own three Borzoi) and Ran II who have a child and bought a Nijad 440 used then did their version of many of the things you are doing and are now cruising from a Swedish base. You may well know about them. You share a lot, two extremely well found used boats equipped for safety and distances or living, good common sense and excellent sailing and filming abilities. It is a joy I as a 25 year sailor with my own boat during that time truly enjoy. thank you and stay well.
I wish you ALL happy sailing but wow! How the technology has changed from the I used to go with my parents back in the late Seventies in the UK! Have fun you too :)
That was a cool and breezy day in Washington NC. I stopped to admire your boat because it is absolutely beautiful. My grand-daughter, my daughter in law and I were walking the water front taking in the sights. Fair winds and following seas on your journey.
What a great trip you two have planned I have enjoyed all the videos and you projects. I know both of you are ready to get out there but I have to admit you have taken the time spent the money to make sure the boat is ready and safety. Always looking forward to your next video Papajack
You two have a boat that will take you anywhere you want to go. The boat won't be the limiting factor on where you go it will be what your to are willing to deal with. Fair Seas and Following Winds. Sail On! : )
Today I am very happy I just watched Dalos going through the Panama canal n now watching your video Again by far you n Dalos are my two favourite sailing couples, as i only watched this B4 only halfway, guys I love your videos they are Brilliat but even more I love you people for everything you are ALL of you take care guys keep safe happy n forever together
As my engineer brother in-law would say "you can never have enough information". Your system upgrades and additions will pay huge dividends very soon! Cheers 🍻 you two congrats on the 1st anniversary, man time flies OMG.
Well done Guys ...watching you all the way, from Johannesburg South Africa - so close now your almost there. The excitement is building for your Atlantic crossing. Hope you have got a great heater in the boat, you got to keep the home fires burning. I don't have to tell you how very nippliish cold Europe can get at times. Im so hoping you have got great internet up and down loading equipment. Can't wait to watch your passage across the pond, Am so looking forward to seeing where you explore in Europe. I do hope you are going to visit the UK even do some of the Canals there. So envious. Keep em comming so enjoy your background jazz rock blues music too - you Guys rock.
Another great episode! Thanks for explaining your plan to ride the mid-Atlantic high around the north Atlantic and the islands off the coast of Spain, Portugal, and northern Aftica.
Osso is such a cutie, and the perfect size for a boat. Your sailing plan involves 2 big sails, but in between you can cruise slowly. Plus you are doing the crossings at the right season, and not trying to do too much by going into the Med. Save that for another time.
Future content idea... Would love to see a video on critical supplies for any type of crossing. This would include medical, do you go beyond the basic emergency medical kit? What if you need stitches or temporarily set a broken bone etc.. Also what type of backup equipment supplies regarding water system, the engine, electrical, communications, and especially life-saving emergency raft/communication stuff in case of a catastrophic event happens.
Perhaps I've been watching to many of your videos, A wee bit ago i was listening to Christy Moore sing "The Voyage" and not long after he started you guys came to mind. Great song and version. Can't wait for you to set sail. Take care, Ed Donavan
I fear you may have a problem with your main and the Strong Track. Since a Strong Track can flex a bit, the head of a main has been known to pull out of the Strong Track in a really, really big blow. At the recommendation of my sailmaker at UK Sails, I added two more slides at the head to be as sure as possible to keep the head attached to the mast in really big winds. This video suggests that you should have a sailmaker do the same on your main, as your slides at the head look insufficient. Losing the head of your main in a blow would be a nightmare. So be safe. It is cheap but wise money spent.
Feliz Aniversario, Atticus II. !!!! Another amazing episode… while we can’t wait to see you sailing again, it’s been a joy watching your DIY projects! Great job on the wiring, we were so stoked with you, watching all the electronics turn on! ♥️✌🏼⛵️
Well done guys. It’s a lot of hard work but if your boat was a four bedroom detached you would have to work just as hard to have it the way you want it. You are nearly there and the possible trip sound the Atlantic island sounds soooo cool. Keep the great content going. ☘️🇮🇪🍀☘️🇮🇪🍀
Seems like a good idea to add netting along the sides of your railing in order to secure Oso during passage (and otherwise). SV Delos has great netting for Sierra.
Jordan and Desiree you are such an inspiration with your get it done work ethic !!! We are all amazed at the work you have accomplished since buying Atticus II and enjoy all the videos showing that work. The attention to detail of everything you have done is amazing and it will pay off in the long run as everything was done correct and you have learned so much about every system on the boat. This will be very helpful in the event you have a glitch far away from any port. I'm sure you have spares for certain things on board and when your next adventure begins you can go forward knowing Atticus II is up to the challenge and you can enjoy your time on board with very few problems. Thank you for your hard work and we await your next video ! Have a nice weekend
The boat looks great and your both doing and awesome job!! If your going to cross the Atlantic, give Maderia a thought and the Med is truly amazing. So many cool places to check out. Food, diving history and people are over the top. Some of my favorites are the Greek islands both on the Adriatic and Aegean side and Sardina
Lagos, Portugal is amazing. If you're that close, you guys should try and make it there.. And you could even make a stop in Casablanca, which would be a cultural punch to the trip as well..
Great news - we are planning the same trip though starting from Ft Lauderdale. We are sailing on our Catamaran (FP Helia 44). We plan to leave around mid May. Hope to see you along the trip…
Hey guys enjoy watching you fix your boat sailing I got one question would like to know what you do with little Oso when he has to go to the bathroom when you’re out sailing in the middle of the ocean I appreciate let me know
A tip to prevent chafing between the cables and the bulkhead holes... cut up a cheap bicycle innertube, install the rubber around the cable hole with a dab of silicon to hold in place. Now the cable only contacts rubber not glass.
Sounds like a good plan for an Atlantic crossing. The ARC Europe Rally leaves in early May. Don’t count on a downwind eastbound crossing. Friends that took their PSC 40 a decade ago had mainly upwind sailing in strong winds. No problems, but a long slog. Will you use a weather router? Taking crew?
Doing Weel. Consider colored ropes over the deck, prevent mistakes or releasing the wrong line. And do you have a boom vang to prevent damaging the Bimini. Following you with the preparations
In this episode you put a big smile on my face couple of times. The part with the champagne and cigars was so funny, learned to know a new side of you. It’s good to relax in between, you are doing so much hard work. But I’m sure it will pay off. A more than interesting year lies ahead of you - and us, the spectators. All the best!
Great video again. The NMEA wiring was very helpful. I agree that the cable cover finger trap was a great idea. Too bad Oso can't help with the wire runs - so small.
It must be extra hard doing all this work and having to film it too. I love you guys. You're just very fun people taking on monumental challenges, and growing from them. I'm like Oso watching. My tail never stops wagging.
That “Chinese finger trap” tubing is brilliant! Must get some for our next wiring project onboard. Ocracoke would be a wonderful mini shake-down cruise from where you are in Washington. It is truly unique and I think you would both love it. Sail-on!
I have the same plan, I will be leaving NYC early June to the Azores sailing my T34C solo. Then Madeira and the Canaries within the 90 days allowed by the Schengen agreement. Cape Verde has no time restrictions so I will be there for October. Hoping having the opportunity to meet you along the way, Cheers, Richard
Know that feeling 9 months in the yard thanks to COVID lockdown October -May last year. Had fantastic summer then husband gone to Oregon since November to July on work. I’m looking after boat (not helped by broken collar bone after Christmas) roll on boat projects
We call it a cable sock. Your wire pulling skills on this project have greatly expanded. I'd hire you. Can't wait to enjoy your planned trip to the Azores you two! Fun!!!! Anchorage, AK
Dear Jordan dear Desiree, I have been watching all your videos and I am always amazed. Cool to hear that you are planning to cross the Atlantic to Europe. However, you should not only visit the Azores, Canary Islands and Cape Verde, but also explore the Mediterranean. It is one of the most beautiful waters of Europe with nice people, good food, an historic culture and crystal clear water. It is very safe to travel there. At the latest at Christmas you should be on the Canary Islands and set sail for the Caribbean. So you still have time to explore the Caribbean before the hurricane season starts. Many greetings from Switzerland.
Hey Jordan, how’re you? Last vid you installed the prop. I also have a Maxprop. The new props have these lockpins that secure that big nut to the propshaft. Since you don’t have those pins I was wondering how you fixed that big nut to the propshaft? Did you use loctite or something? I love the video’s guys! Very nice work!
Really cool to see this, I live in Belhaven NC! I saw your boat down on the Washington Waterfront when I was down there with my girlfriend the other day. Super cool to see where people come from and go to from little Washington! I have an O'day 272 and have been learning to sail for the past year or so.
Jordan your on a high learning curve, excellent work. IMO any of your outside connections should be sealed with rubber tape. To install, stretch the tape when applying and the UV will mold it as into one piece. We use it for all antenna installs.
Jordan, for all practical purposes, Atlantic hurricane season really doesn't spool up until mid-June, moreso after August 1 when some insurance actuaries insist on Caribbean cruisers being south of 12-deg North (or else). Another Atlantic crossing you and Desiree might consider: Revisit the parts of Cape Cod you missed en route to Maine, this time with advance local knowledge >> Nantucket (beaucoup history here), Chatham (where the sharkbitten ballcap might be found, via Stage Harbor or Saquatucket Harbor), through Butler Hole around the south tip of Monomoy Island (NOAA Chart 13247), Provincetown, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, Iceland, then decide on Azores, Canaries, etc. Why I suggest this: Going across the Gulf Stream can be as gnarly as sailing against it (e.g., Newport, RI to Bermuda). Going with the Gulf Stream makes for a faster trip between anchorages, and you already know the Roaring 40s in the summer. Blessings, S/V Windwalker
great vid, cant wait to go with you across the atlantic...always be encouraged! i love the project videos dont underestimate them.. remember you 2 are the story..
Im a little surprised that you are crossing the Atlantic an not go through the Mediterranean. The Med has some of the most beautiful water I've seen. So many interesting places to visit. You could spend 5 years sailing the Med and not see everything. OMG, don't miss it, you will be disappointed you didn't.
Hola mis buenos amigos 👫 includes captain oso 🐻 I’m glad you’re almost ready,to be honest, I work hard and on Saturday morning I need to sleep 😴 but as always I wait for your videos,I felt asleep,muchas gracias y bendiciones para ustedes,keep up the Lenguaje Español 🤟✌️❤️🇬🇹🇺🇸
If you cross the Atlantic you should spend the summer in the Med. That way you could always come back to the states afterwards to rest and refit then head to the Caribbean around November.
I don’t know anything about sailing- but I’ve been watching every week for two years now because I just adore the two of you. Thank you for continuing to share your lives. I’m living vicariously through you and your channel. Much love! Squeeze Oso for me ❤️🐾
Congratulations on the 1 year of ownership of Atticus II. You have earned her and this. good sailing.
You guys are such a breath of fresh air. Watching your videos is a great 20 minute escape from the real world. I love it! No negativity, no politics, just a humble couple showing us their life adventure and allowing us to be a small part of the journey. Thank you to all three of you (Cpt. Oso of course!) and cheers!
Jordan and Desiree I love it how you are making Atticus II everything that you want without compromise. Your content and editing continue to become some of the best out there on RUclips. Thank you!
I love your show, it is like when I was a kid watching cartoons on Saturday morning, something i look forward to every week. You guys are great couple.
A tool that you should consider getting before you really need one is a "USB Snake Inspection Camera". They are only $20 and can be extremely helpful in tight spots to see what is going on.
We have one with a display they are so handy for finding out what’s going on
Many have an app for phone or tablet. We have one and use it for inspecting hard to reach areas. Also we use my older Nikon digital camera or iPod on selfie stick to grab pictures in tight areas.
Yes, agreed! Good looking out.
I have 1 that Milwaukee makes and uses the same battery pack as the rest of my cordless tools.
I'd recommend a longer flexible 3 prong grabber as well if you need to grab a fallen screw or snaked wire in a tight spot.
Totally agree. Helped me locate leaks hidden up in the bulwark channel.
I can't quite tell how you will route your coax to the antennas but just a reminder it's a good idea to have a loop or half loop of coax at the the bottom of the antenna connector so water won't run down the coax into the area of the connector (you want water to drip off the bottom of the loop or half loop). Things are looking really nice, you have to be stoked to get away.
What an exciting time for the crew of Atticus II. New horizons and look forward to the friends you will meet along the way.
The real life picture. You are dealing the same troubles as me in my small boat. You are a perfect in the message on how the thing works. A lot of tasks, but at the end of the day the peaceful of job done- with a beer, or wine. Amazing.
Love how you guys show respect for the vessel. That type of attitude always pay off.
Keep it up team , not long to go to get all of the tasks done and you will be on your way , what I like is that you do everything properly and do not do anything by halves ....Well done both of you and I am getting so excited to see you both happy sailing off into the sunset !!!...God Bless you both XXXX
Big like. Another great video my friends. Boat is nearly complete.
Congratulations on one year with Atticus ll. See you on the next one.
Don't forget Madiera in your Atlantic crossing. We are planning the same route this summer, but this will be your first and I am very happy for you.
I have heard some disparaging remarks about the boat you selected, the price you paid, and the work it needed. That being said, you have a sailing vessel with a great pedigree, in the layout that you love, and with all of the effort you have put into it, one that you can have confidence in to take you ANYWHERE. I am so happy to see you back in the water, and ready to head out. I wish you the very fairest of winds, and following seas as you head out again into the wild blue yonder!
Excited to see your Eastern Atlantic adventures. Azores, Portugal, Spain, Morocco, Canary Islands, Mauritania, Senegal (pink Lake Retba), Cape Verde Islands. Such a great area to explore before heading to the Caribbean. Your projects demonstrate how many skills you have mastered. Working on Atticus 1 was a great teaching exercise.
What a laugh your comments were while pulling the cables into the cabin…. It’s a good thing we could really see what was really going on 🤣😂😅 It’s been great following your upgrades
Hey guys,
Great video. As someone who has done a lot of cableing & data a helpful hint. Whenever you have to make a major pull fore & aft always leave a pull string. With data and upgrades as fast as things change there will ultimately be an upgrade or better equipment somewhere in your future. Whenever you have super hard run and pull always pull in another string with new cable....... next time you won't have to fish it ever again. Just use your pull string and remember to pull another to leave behind for nextime! This simple rule will leave you happy and next time you have to "make a new run" fore & aft.... it won't be so daunting! OH YAH...... Remember, we left a pullstring; this won't be too bad! CHEERS!
Excellent troubleshooting, research, and execution of the plan on the NMEA cable! Good Job!!
I follow two cruising families because they are so similar, you two and Oso (I own three Borzoi) and Ran II who have a child and bought a Nijad 440 used then did their version of many of the things you are doing and are now cruising from a Swedish base. You may well know about them. You share a lot, two extremely well found used boats equipped for safety and distances or living, good common sense and excellent sailing and filming abilities. It is a joy I as a 25 year sailor with my own boat during that time truly enjoy. thank you and stay well.
Bermuda will be amazing! Many cool adventures await. (I’m excited for you.) 😎💕😎💕😎💕😎
I wish you ALL happy sailing but wow! How the technology has changed from the I used to go with my parents back in the late Seventies in the UK! Have fun you too :)
That was a cool and breezy day in Washington NC. I stopped to admire your boat because it is absolutely beautiful. My grand-daughter, my daughter in law and I were walking the water front taking in the sights. Fair winds and following seas on your journey.
What a great trip you two have planned I have enjoyed all the videos and you projects. I know both of you are ready to get out there but I have to admit you have taken the time spent the money to make sure the boat is ready and safety. Always looking forward to your next video
Papajack
loving the boat work videos. Great call on using heat shrink to insulate the shield wire.
You two have a boat that will take you anywhere you want to go. The boat won't be the limiting factor on where you go it will be what your to are willing to deal with. Fair Seas and Following Winds. Sail On! : )
Congratulations! Really enjoying following along. Cheers from New Zealand 🇳🇿
Today I am very happy I just watched Dalos going through the Panama canal n now watching your video Again by far you n Dalos are my two favourite sailing couples, as i only watched this B4 only halfway, guys I love your videos they are Brilliat but even more I love you people for everything you are ALL of you take care guys keep safe happy n forever together
Wow!! One year already!!! Time flies watching the best sailing channel on RUclips!! It’s been a blast! Best of luck always going forward!!
Careful... she knows how to make a smoothie out of you also. 🤔🤣
Love to you both. 🤗
As my engineer brother in-law would say "you can never have enough information". Your system upgrades and additions will pay huge dividends very soon! Cheers 🍻 you two congrats on the 1st anniversary, man time flies OMG.
Well done Guys ...watching you all the way, from Johannesburg South Africa - so close now your almost there. The excitement is building for your Atlantic crossing. Hope you have got a great heater in the boat, you got to keep the home fires burning. I don't have to tell you how very nippliish cold Europe can get at times. Im so hoping you have got great internet up and down loading equipment. Can't wait to watch your passage across the pond, Am so looking forward to seeing where you explore in Europe. I do hope you are going to visit the UK even do some of the Canals there. So envious. Keep em comming so enjoy your background jazz rock blues music too - you Guys rock.
Congratulations on a great year looking forward to many more adventures. 😎⛵⚓🏖🏝
Another great episode! Thanks for explaining your plan to ride the mid-Atlantic high around the north Atlantic and the islands off the coast of Spain, Portugal, and northern Aftica.
Osso is such a cutie, and the perfect size for a boat. Your sailing plan involves 2 big sails, but in between you can cruise slowly. Plus you are doing the crossings at the right season, and not trying to do too much by going into the Med. Save that for another time.
Bermuda to Azores direct is usually windless. You need to go further North…
Future content idea... Would love to see a video on critical supplies for any type of crossing. This would include medical, do you go beyond the basic emergency medical kit? What if you need stitches or temporarily set a broken bone etc.. Also what type of backup equipment supplies regarding water system, the engine, electrical, communications, and especially life-saving emergency raft/communication stuff in case of a catastrophic event happens.
Perhaps I've been watching to many of your videos, A wee bit ago i was listening to Christy Moore sing "The Voyage" and not long after he started you guys came to mind. Great song and version. Can't wait for you to set sail.
Take care,
Ed Donavan
I fear you may have a problem with your main and the Strong Track. Since a Strong Track can flex a bit, the head of a main has been known to pull out of the Strong Track in a really, really big blow. At the recommendation of my sailmaker at UK Sails, I added two more slides at the head to be as sure as possible to keep the head attached to the mast in really big winds. This video suggests that you should have a sailmaker do the same on your main, as your slides at the head look insufficient. Losing the head of your main in a blow would be a nightmare. So be safe. It is cheap but wise money spent.
The transatlantic crossing is WILD!!! I can’t believe we’re going to go on this journey with you guys. Can’t wait for you to get underway.
The cable cover is called "snakeskin" by a lot of people. Makes pulling cable bundles easier as you found out.
Feliz Aniversario, Atticus II. !!!! Another amazing episode… while we can’t wait to see you sailing again, it’s been a joy watching your DIY projects! Great job on the wiring, we were so stoked with you, watching all the electronics turn on! ♥️✌🏼⛵️
Well said.
Well done guys. It’s a lot of hard work but if your boat was a four bedroom detached you would have to work just as hard to have it the way you want it. You are nearly there and the possible trip sound the Atlantic island sounds soooo cool. Keep the great content going. ☘️🇮🇪🍀☘️🇮🇪🍀
Seems like a good idea to add netting along the sides of your railing in order to secure Oso during passage (and otherwise). SV Delos has great netting for Sierra.
So excited for you guys to do an Atlantic crossing!!!
Jordan and Desiree you are such an inspiration with your get it done work ethic !!! We are all amazed at the work you have accomplished since buying Atticus II and enjoy all the videos showing that work. The attention to detail of everything you have done is amazing and it will pay off in the long run as everything was done correct and you have learned so much about every system on the boat. This will be very helpful in the event you have a glitch far away from any port. I'm sure you have spares for certain things on board and when your next adventure begins you can go forward knowing Atticus II is up to the challenge and you can enjoy your time on board with very few problems. Thank you for your hard work and we await your next video ! Have a nice weekend
You guys make the best videos . Can’t wait for your next parade skit .
Well done on the wiring!!! I sometimes use a drop of soder to tine my wires
I was the little girl in the sunflower shirt! I have been waiting for this episode!
YES!!! I love your plans… great choice!
The boat looks great and your both doing and awesome job!! If your going to cross the Atlantic, give Maderia a thought and the Med is truly amazing. So many cool places to check out. Food, diving history and people are over the top. Some of my favorites are the Greek islands both on the Adriatic and Aegean side and Sardina
Lagos, Portugal is amazing. If you're that close, you guys should try and make it there.. And you could even make a stop in Casablanca, which would be a cultural punch to the trip as well..
Great news - we are planning the same trip though starting from Ft Lauderdale. We are sailing on our Catamaran (FP Helia 44). We plan to leave around mid May. Hope to see you along the trip…
Hey guys enjoy watching you fix your boat sailing I got one question would like to know what you do with little Oso when he has to go to the bathroom when you’re out sailing in the middle of the ocean I appreciate let me know
Nice job on that connector, Jordan!! 👍👍👏👏👌👌
The Azores are a really beautiful place. I have been on São Miguel. Hope the flowers are in full bloom when you arrive.
That sounds like an awesome sailing adventure, would love to see it!
A tip to prevent chafing between the cables and the bulkhead holes... cut up a cheap bicycle innertube, install the rubber around the cable hole with a dab of silicon to hold in place. Now the cable only contacts rubber not glass.
Awesome video. 👍 travel plans. 👍🇺🇸😎...
Sounds like a good plan for an Atlantic crossing. The ARC Europe Rally leaves in early May. Don’t count on a downwind eastbound crossing. Friends that took their PSC 40 a decade ago had mainly upwind sailing in strong winds. No problems, but a long slog. Will you use a weather router? Taking crew?
Enjoy the springtime. Projects moving along quite well.
"I acually did something" Dude...You do ALOT! Super impressed with every episode. Carry on.
An Atlantic crossing! Woo-hoo!
Doing Weel. Consider colored ropes over the deck, prevent mistakes or releasing the wrong line. And do you have a boom vang to prevent damaging the Bimini. Following you with the preparations
Just subscribed. Great entertainment, cigars and sail boats in my mind are a great pair!
Congratulations on one year… new boat!
In this episode you put a big smile on my face couple of times. The part with the champagne and cigars was so funny, learned to know a new side of you. It’s good to relax in between, you are doing so much hard work. But I’m sure it will pay off. A more than interesting year lies ahead of you - and us, the spectators. All the best!
Great video again. The NMEA wiring was very helpful. I agree that the cable cover finger trap was a great idea. Too bad Oso can't help with the wire runs - so small.
It must be extra hard doing all this work and having to film it too. I love you guys. You're just very fun people taking on monumental challenges, and growing from them. I'm like Oso watching. My tail never stops wagging.
That “Chinese finger trap” tubing is brilliant! Must get some for our next wiring project onboard. Ocracoke would be a wonderful mini shake-down cruise from where you are in Washington. It is truly unique and I think you would both love it. Sail-on!
Really enjoy the instruction as you work through the refit!!! Looking really good, getting close and can't wait to see your adventures!!!!
Super excited to hear the course y’all have chosen!!! Vicariously yours.
I have the same plan, I will be leaving NYC early June to the Azores sailing my T34C solo. Then Madeira and the Canaries within the 90 days allowed by the Schengen agreement. Cape Verde has no time restrictions so I will be there for October. Hoping having the opportunity to meet you along the way, Cheers, Richard
coffee(check), PJ's(check), Atticus(check). Saturday complete:)
Captain Oso was like where you been dad?? To cute that pup! 🐶🐶👍👍
There are 2 ways to eat an elephant; one bite at a time, or you invite a lot of friends! Enjoying the projects!
Yall are in my backyard. I drove through Washington earlier on the way to my boat and thought about yall!
Know that feeling 9 months in the yard thanks to COVID lockdown October -May last year. Had fantastic summer then husband gone to Oregon since November to July on work. I’m looking after boat (not helped by broken collar bone after Christmas) roll on boat projects
We call it a cable sock.
Your wire pulling skills on this project have greatly expanded.
I'd hire you.
Can't wait to enjoy your planned trip to the Azores you two! Fun!!!!
Anchorage, AK
I know you can tell me if Bill's is still in business?
Welcome to Azores!!! :-) Be sure to stop by in Sao Miguel, and I will get some nice wine for you both!!
Congrats you two, the new boat looks great with all the additions 😘
I have a confession to make. I like the projects more than the sailing. There I said it ... glad that's off my chest .. whew! lol!
Dear Jordan dear Desiree,
I have been watching all your videos and I am always amazed. Cool to hear that you are planning to cross the Atlantic to Europe. However, you should not only visit the Azores, Canary Islands and Cape Verde, but also explore the Mediterranean. It is one of the most beautiful waters of Europe with nice people, good food, an historic culture and crystal clear water. It is very safe to travel there. At the latest at Christmas you should be on the Canary Islands and set sail for the Caribbean. So you still have time to explore the Caribbean before the hurricane season starts. Many greetings from Switzerland.
Hey Jordan, how’re you? Last vid you installed the prop. I also have a Maxprop. The new props have these lockpins that secure that big nut to the propshaft. Since you don’t have those pins I was wondering how you fixed that big nut to the propshaft? Did you use loctite or something?
I love the video’s guys! Very nice work!
Content is great as always. You guys have really great B roll footage though. Very tasteful.
Love DIY projects!! Great video!!! 🙏❤💙⛵⚓😊
Are y'all on Instagram? If not, how can I PM you? Thanks
Soon...I step closer to sailing✌️💜
Really cool to see this, I live in Belhaven NC! I saw your boat down on the Washington Waterfront when I was down there with my girlfriend the other day. Super cool to see where people come from and go to from little Washington! I have an O'day 272 and have been learning to sail for the past year or so.
sounds like a great new videos in the making on the Atlantic ventures!
Jordan your on a high learning curve, excellent work. IMO any of your outside connections should be sealed with rubber tape. To install, stretch the tape when applying and the UV will mold it as into one piece. We use it for all antenna installs.
Jordan, for all practical purposes, Atlantic hurricane season really doesn't spool up until mid-June, moreso after August 1 when some insurance actuaries insist on Caribbean cruisers being south of 12-deg North (or else). Another Atlantic crossing you and Desiree might consider: Revisit the parts of Cape Cod you missed en route to Maine, this time with advance local knowledge >> Nantucket (beaucoup history here), Chatham (where the sharkbitten ballcap might be found, via Stage Harbor or Saquatucket Harbor), through Butler Hole around the south tip of Monomoy Island (NOAA Chart 13247), Provincetown, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, Iceland, then decide on Azores, Canaries, etc.
Why I suggest this: Going across the Gulf Stream can be as gnarly as sailing against it (e.g., Newport, RI to Bermuda). Going with the Gulf Stream makes for a faster trip between anchorages, and you already know the Roaring 40s in the summer.
Blessings,
S/V Windwalker
If you’re planning to cross the Atlantic, I’d think a visit to the Mediterranean would be worthwhile. The Greek islands are spectacular!
great vid, cant wait to go with you across the atlantic...always be encouraged! i love the project videos dont underestimate them.. remember you 2 are the story..
Grate work well done, now its time to go and live the next dream🥳🥳🥳👍
Cape Verde Islands! Yes!! I've always wanted to go there. 😎
Great episode you two.
Im a little surprised that you are crossing the Atlantic an not go through the Mediterranean. The Med has some of the most beautiful water I've seen. So many interesting places to visit. You could spend 5 years sailing the Med and not see everything. OMG, don't miss it, you will be disappointed you didn't.
Cheers! (Clinks glass 🍷 🍷 of elephant smoothie!) ♥️✌🏼⛵️
Good plan.
Hola mis buenos amigos 👫 includes captain oso 🐻 I’m glad you’re almost ready,to be honest, I work hard and on Saturday morning I need to sleep 😴 but as always I wait for your videos,I felt asleep,muchas gracias y bendiciones para ustedes,keep up the Lenguaje Español 🤟✌️❤️🇬🇹🇺🇸
If you cross the Atlantic you should spend the summer in the Med. That way you could always come back to the states afterwards to rest and refit then head to the Caribbean around November.