BOAT TOUR of our ALUMINIUM CATAMARAN (sneak peek)

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  • Опубликовано: 30 дек 2024

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  • @DawnHunters
    @DawnHunters  Месяц назад +2

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    • @MrGraykonx
      @MrGraykonx Месяц назад +1

      Wow, just discovered this channel . What a wonderful couple!
      Lana , so fearlessly natural, no artificial airs abd graces, yet still so elegant.
      Both intelligent , delightful. Makes me smile❤

  • @TomahawkMark843
    @TomahawkMark843 Месяц назад +35

    Engineer + Young Dentist Wife = Fun Entertainment! Love this Channel!

    • @brandonboand
      @brandonboand Месяц назад +2

      They are a breath of fresh air at minimum. Funny, exciting, adventurous.ect

    • @PaulGabow
      @PaulGabow Месяц назад +2

      Iron humor)

  • @Dragging79
    @Dragging79 Месяц назад +21

    You two are doing things most of us can only dream of. Thank you for your adventures with us. Very best of luck.

  • @PaulR-ob2gw
    @PaulR-ob2gw Месяц назад +5

    This is the best way to keep young its worrying in storms at 78 and wife 40 i sometimes lack strength but adrenlinin creeps in and we make up sleeping in lol well done you two

  • @LarryRichelli
    @LarryRichelli Месяц назад +56

    It seems I am constantly seeing older sailing guys with considerably younger ladies. Makes me want to buy a boat!

    • @BostonCaptBill2024
      @BostonCaptBill2024 Месяц назад +3

    • @Aussie-nd7si
      @Aussie-nd7si Месяц назад +4

      @@LarryRichelli some wines age well, and the premium vintage will be an older one. Same with men. Age doesn't improve everyone ;)

    • @molassescricket6663
      @molassescricket6663 Месяц назад +2

      Funny I’ve been thinking that same thing! And damn I sure could use one!

    • @NoBody-me5me
      @NoBody-me5me Месяц назад

      Because she knows what a high value man comes with and follows his lead.

    • @candacebeach5319
      @candacebeach5319 Месяц назад +2

      Looking for my new captain and catamaran 😂

  • @robertnorkus5582
    @robertnorkus5582 Месяц назад +11

    May you be blessed with smooth winds,sunny days,and exciting travels.wish you both the very best

  • @cr33p5h0w
    @cr33p5h0w Месяц назад +10

    This project is absolutely inspiring. Thanks so much for sharing!

  • @travelradiocoza
    @travelradiocoza Месяц назад +4

    Oh wow. Welcome to our home. Stay here for a while and do the refit here. There are many talented craftsmen in KZN and in Cape Town to do a refit. As for moving the boat. You could consider a delivery crew and skipper to not only help you take the boat, but can also help with some proper sailing lessons. You are paying for it anyway ... so make the most of the expertise.

  • @coleyounger5882
    @coleyounger5882 Месяц назад +11

    She's a Cat a strong Cat, she was made for one thing and that is to sail the seas. The endeavor you guy's started seems to have been a monumental task so far and you're still smiling. It's the journey, not the time or distance, the journey is all that matters. Set sail guys and leave doubt and regrets behind you,

  • @143tinaed
    @143tinaed Месяц назад +8

    Best of luck with your new boat, She's a beauty.

  • @Ronyfig
    @Ronyfig Месяц назад +7

    👏👏👏what a great acquisition. Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉

  • @svenlen
    @svenlen Месяц назад +8

    I have been watching your channel since you started and did a double take when I saw your new boat. What a small world, I saw this boat being built you got yourself one hell of an amazing machine. Have great fun sailing her and I can’t wait to see the videos.

  • @Allan-ts1ux
    @Allan-ts1ux 9 дней назад

    What a view on the ocean that must be... Gotta be theeee perfect cat , size and safety... You seem to have the nicest boats in the world... This is a dream boat for single handing anywhere you want to go ... Id be off for Monaco ASAP and watch F1 .. enjoy yourselves 😊😊😊

  • @gi8323
    @gi8323 Месяц назад +5

    All those RUclipsrs bitching about boat problems and life while they drink wine and cheese you folks are refreshing we love you keep going

  • @leslierawlinson2073
    @leslierawlinson2073 Месяц назад +4

    Tiger will be awesome when you've finished doing her up. Looking forward to the tour. Keep safe guys.

  • @mikehogan9265
    @mikehogan9265 Месяц назад +1

    Seeing the boat in Durban was great. Learnt to sail dinghies and keelers in Durban harbour and everything was so familiar including the silt canal where you hauled out on the Bluff side. The South African coast is challenging and scary!

    • @DawnHunters
      @DawnHunters  Месяц назад

      Hello Mike.
      The Bluff exit and entry was a real adventure!! Fighting 100 large trucks all going the wrong way was epic. But the folks from Durban were amazing. Everyone lended a helping hand and we listened to some very good stories
      Capt W and Iana

  • @dennispatrick4999
    @dennispatrick4999 Месяц назад +5

    Interesting, you are now the 3rd Aluminum Catamaran.
    Sv DELOS has been building theirs in Australia. And, Plucky, has been building his Aluminum Catamaran in Vietnam.

    • @nigelwatkins558
      @nigelwatkins558 Месяц назад +2

      plus Nahoa

    • @PeterAcrat
      @PeterAcrat Месяц назад +1

      The Bearfoot Doctors are also getting their Aluminium Portofino 52 built in Dubai.

    • @dennispatrick4999
      @dennispatrick4999 Месяц назад

      @@PeterAcrat Not heard of them...will look them up.

  • @Escapadeaj
    @Escapadeaj Месяц назад +6

    Congratulations guys I do admire your tenacity

  • @michaelwhitewolf10
    @michaelwhitewolf10 Месяц назад +2

    Where have you guys been no see in a while!😊😊😊

  • @KirkThomson
    @KirkThomson Месяц назад +1

    I guess RUclips knows me better than I do myself. I kept seeing this episode come up in my feed, but continued to ignore it. Well tonight I decided to give it a view and I am so glad I did. You both are excellent bloggers! Thank you!

    • @DawnHunters
      @DawnHunters  Месяц назад +1

      Hello and WELCOME!!
      Happy you came to visit our crazy world.
      We have grown a lot in past 7 years but never stop to enjoy life on the water.
      Capt W and Iana

  • @leehoffman3604
    @leehoffman3604 Месяц назад +3

    Now, this is a boat! Holly S _ _ _. You could hit a whale with that boat. Waterproof bulkheads, aluminum hull, and a washing machine for Yana! It doesn't get any better than that. I've watched you guys since the original Dawn Hunter, and I asked you this question long ago. Does Yana have an older sister? (LOL).
    This adventure is going to be epic. This is the boat you have always dreamed of. Have fun, guys.

    • @DawnHunters
      @DawnHunters  Месяц назад

      Your 100% correct. And I am thinking to actually start offering this design for sale. Thoughts?
      Capt W

  • @jeffmurray983
    @jeffmurray983 Месяц назад +4

    You should sale it back. You guys are awesome and so full of knowledge for the trip. You got this GO FOR IT

  • @Vinnigefrik
    @Vinnigefrik Месяц назад +4

    Durban. My hometown. Beautiful city and awesome food

  • @johnbannon7239
    @johnbannon7239 Месяц назад +6

    Happy for you two

  • @michaelcorrigan5232
    @michaelcorrigan5232 Месяц назад +5

    Awesome new boat looking forward to the New adventure s

  • @DaPortuga007
    @DaPortuga007 Месяц назад +1

    Congratulations on the new Cat & dog, I'm so excited for you guys. The build is half the journey. Very impressive captain's chair. Can't wait to see how fast she goes. Surveillance on the corners for pirates of course. Safe journey my friend May the winds forever be in your favor...

    • @DawnHunters
      @DawnHunters  Месяц назад

      Hello
      The Captains chair is actually from a Porsche 911 😂. Thanks for the comments.
      Capt W

  • @fanielourens4714
    @fanielourens4714 Месяц назад +1

    Happy and save sailing been following you guys from your mono hole from South Africa

  • @therealmccoy8310
    @therealmccoy8310 Месяц назад +4

    Have it sailed to Taiwan, relax in South Africa, You two are something!

  • @JulianJacobs100
    @JulianJacobs100 Месяц назад +6

    New cat looks fantastic and back to metal, much better.👍

  • @WSABOTG2D4398
    @WSABOTG2D4398 Месяц назад +1

    Wow on the road again with an expedition cat. .All the best with your project.

  • @EdAnderson-i2z
    @EdAnderson-i2z Месяц назад +9

    SAIL IT!!!! Make a great travel You Tube adventure. Yall are freaking hilarious and I love you. YOU ARE THE GREATEST ODD COUPLE EVER!!!!!

  • @BostonCaptBill2024
    @BostonCaptBill2024 Месяц назад +2

    Congratulations, great Episode (s)! Great Catamaran, WoW! Always the best looking crew too! Fair Winds & Following Seas! Safe travels!

  • @jhsrecordsentertainment4972
    @jhsrecordsentertainment4972 Месяц назад +4

    Love you two crazy peeps❤. Can't wait to see the "finished" boat & your adventures 🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @waynelemmon3007
    @waynelemmon3007 Месяц назад +5

    Can't wait to see the full walk through, and the adventures that you get up to in this amazing boat.

  • @christopherhutchings9621
    @christopherhutchings9621 Месяц назад +3

    Y'all are badass!! Gonna follow you forever!! Hang tough in South Africa until y'all get the right window and SAIL !!!

  • @scottgoode9874
    @scottgoode9874 Месяц назад +1

    WoW what another beautiful boat. Every boat you have had you have really put your marks on them and made them beautiful homes. Absolutely fantastic work and dedication. I do hope whatever decision you make you will both be very happy with your bigger newer home. You do make me laugh also so thanks for that!!

  • @michaelwhitewolf10
    @michaelwhitewolf10 Месяц назад +5

    Great boat congratulations! Hope to see you guys sailing!😊😊😊😊

  • @isuckatguitar6252
    @isuckatguitar6252 26 дней назад

    Thailand sailing through winter is amazing.

  • @PBoss0
    @PBoss0 Месяц назад +6

    SAIL IT BACK!!!

  • @dgrant2467
    @dgrant2467 Месяц назад +2

    Congratulations on your new (to you) cat! Based on your needs, and desire for safety, I suggest you ship your new cat. That said, Sailing Ruby Rose recently shipped their cat the other way (Thailand area to the Med.) and had some big issues that were caused on board the cargo ship. So, there is that to consider... Still, forewarned can help to alleviate some issues, so it could be a negotiation point with the shipper (no welding, grinding, or painting on the ship unless they carefully and completely wrap your cat to protect it!). I look forward to seeing what you do and what you do with the cat! All the best!

  • @mikedengel4027
    @mikedengel4027 Месяц назад +4

    Give the Winns a shout their boat is in for repair, maybe they would sail tiger to you

  • @timbo50
    @timbo50 25 дней назад

    Hey guys, You guys make one great couple, and thanks for bringing me along on your great adventure.

  • @thomasthornton5737
    @thomasthornton5737 Месяц назад +4

    😀😀👍👍👍❤❤ I think 6 years from now you both will be happier if you SLOW down just a little! I too own an aluminum boat in Seattle, WA. (Northwest USA)

  • @e36z32
    @e36z32 Месяц назад +4

    William crawling under the box frame, too funny!😂

  • @stevonrose2170
    @stevonrose2170 Месяц назад

    I love this journey ❤ going along with you guys I knew it wasn’t going to be long before William goes back to aluminum

  • @GeorgeWalker-hg5yt
    @GeorgeWalker-hg5yt Месяц назад +1

    Now that's a boat,wowww,that was great find,William knows what time it is😁,it's time to get to work and make it your own💕💪🐬best of luck ,God bless 🙏 you both and your new home

  • @ValdaVeenstra
    @ValdaVeenstra 21 день назад

    Crew . With you lovely two.

  • @JibeTalking
    @JibeTalking Месяц назад +3

    I have got to watch these episodes!

  • @music-man
    @music-man Месяц назад

    congrats you guys. Gunboat are great and robust and stealthy. Looking forward to see your new adventures. wow remember you both working on your first boat seems so long ago. cheers all the best x

  • @dirk3730
    @dirk3730 Месяц назад +3

    Love it guys. Can't wait to see your safari adventure ❤

  • @krisnace
    @krisnace Месяц назад +1

    Wow, Wow, Wow, what a boat. I cannot wait to watch the process till you get her completely done she is going to be an absolute beauty. The projects that you two take on surely are not for the faint of heart. It amazes me how you can take a little bit of something here and a little bit of something there and turn it into a really funny , cool , yet informative video. Just an FYI Ruby Rose ship their new cat and it came through needing basically a brand new paint job, it had they said rust thrown all over it so if you decide to ship maybe you need to shrink wrap don't know if that would even take care of it. Why not sail it, You guys are always in for an adventure right? As always God bless and stay safe out there till next time

  • @rossalyntownsend9535
    @rossalyntownsend9535 Месяц назад +1

    These two are a special pupal I’ve been with them from the beginning ❤

    • @DawnHunters
      @DawnHunters  Месяц назад

      Thank you Rossalyn. Happy to have you here always
      Capt W and Iana

  • @bobbrown5529
    @bobbrown5529 Месяц назад +1

    Now that's a boat . I hope you sail Her back to the Philippines , would make for a good few episodes .
    You pair seem to be going from strength to strength , each episode is full of fun , laughter and LOVE . Fair winds people and keep doing what you are doing ..

  • @jerryturner9440
    @jerryturner9440 Месяц назад +2

    You guys, this is right boat, for world traveler like yous. To be safe and peace of mind.BEST OF LUCK WITH THE NEW HOME.❤❤❤❤

  • @richardboyce4921
    @richardboyce4921 Месяц назад +1

    Wow guys! This is definitely the boat for you! Love it.. Can't wait for the adventures to start, well they have I guess. lol

  • @rodneysmith2360
    @rodneysmith2360 Месяц назад +2

    The bird you referred to on the video is a Hadeda! We lived in Joburg for 5 yrs. They never shut up! 😂

  • @SailingNahoa
    @SailingNahoa Месяц назад

    Congrats guys! Had considered buying Tiger at one point. Look forward to following your journey!

  • @rickchaborek1900
    @rickchaborek1900 Месяц назад +2

    U guys are so cool enjoy the ride

  • @e36z32
    @e36z32 Месяц назад +1

    Wow I’m really excited for you guys! It will be so much fun following how you build out your new home. South Africa seems like a great place to be working on it.

  • @IEnigIMa
    @IEnigIMa Месяц назад +3

    Lay around South Africa…relax, enjoy yourselves 😊❤

  • @rainfinger
    @rainfinger Месяц назад +2

    Great video! We just sailed from Brazil (Salvador) to Curacao (hurricane season), hoping you cross the South Atlantic to Brazil, because it is a unique country, and come to Curacao for hurricane season, knowingit is the best hurricane hole in the Caribbean.

  • @brandonboand
    @brandonboand Месяц назад +4

    Well done Dawn Hunter❤

  • @alexwaterton9769
    @alexwaterton9769 Месяц назад +2

    Looking good. Wishing you both safe sailing and fun.

  • @waderogers
    @waderogers Месяц назад +2

    Hello guys from Alaska, where we use aluminum boats quite a bit. Tough as nails, can be beached, reasonably, easy to repair and maintain.
    My goodness that is a major retrofit on a boat that size. But it certainly looks like you guys know what you’re doing. I was telling somebody the other day that if I were rich, I would get myself an expedition cat. Crewed on a Friends catamaran For a 900 mile race and just loved it. I have my own small Catalina sailboat and have crude on 50 foot custom steel boats before and just love them.
    Good to see you guys going with induction cooktops and making the most out of the large battery bank. Can’t wait to see the full tour ! 15°F here right now so I’m living vicariously through your channel while my boat is under its winter cover and I’m doing repairs and maintenance items so it’s ready for the spring season which begins in late April here.

    • @DawnHunters
      @DawnHunters  Месяц назад

      Hello to Alaska !!!!
      Brrrrrrr- I am super happy to be in the warm weather. I grew up near the in northern Michigan new Canadian boarder where snow would bury the cars each 2 weeks. Happy to dodge coconuts now. Lol
      Welcome aboard
      Capt W

  • @simonsezz2293
    @simonsezz2293 Месяц назад +2

    Wow! What an awesome boat! Well done!

  • @robhertle4110
    @robhertle4110 Месяц назад +1

    Well, the boat change was unexpected but the new one looks pretty capable for rough seas. I like the inside helm station. One day with both your permissions, you could take us on a tour of Yana's tatoo. Maybe with a story line. Fair Winds!

  • @davidperham897
    @davidperham897 Месяц назад +1

    Wonderful, great to see you again and enjoying yourself on a metal boat, yikes with all the upgrades $$$, She is going to be fantastic! You two allways so upbeat & excited,Looking It & Good for you !
    Can’t wait to see her flying across the ocean, she looks to be a fast Demon !
    See you soon 🇨🇦 Cdn. Dave 🇨🇦

  • @PaulGabow
    @PaulGabow Месяц назад +1

    Congratulations on your purchase)
    This catamaran has been on sale for a long time. I also looked at ads on the Internet, I don't remember why I didn't decide to fly to South Africa.
    I even subscribed to you now, starting with this episode. Although sometimes I watched your channel starting with the repair of an iron boat.
    With best wishes from cold Russia)

  • @inneshutton3716
    @inneshutton3716 Месяц назад

    Hi Guys, love how you narrate this video in a very candid and interesting way and making well thought out changes and upgrades. Great stuff :)

  • @briangoetting8120
    @briangoetting8120 Месяц назад +3

    You guys are crazy, but I mean that in a good way. What a life you live. As for getting the Tiger to Thailand: I would not transport it over land. Hire an experienced crew and during your crossing you will see what works and what you need to make it the perfect boat. No better time to work out the bugs. After 6000 miles, you will know everything you need to know about the boat (hopefully). Also I would wait to cross where the weather is better and avoid any major storms if that’s possible.

  • @robhowen
    @robhowen Месяц назад +1

    Magnificent update, thank you! You demonstrate so much joy and excitement with the refit and in what is to come. I’d have to see the numbers to evaluate ship, crew, or solo sail from a financial perspective. If your objective is to get it to Thailand then I’d probably lean towards ship or hire a crew, depending upon costs. The upside with a crew is you get to experience the trip with an extensive shake-down and expertise onboard. The downside is you have dangerous waters along your route and many open oceans. Issues could be a bitch to deal with. Since I tend to be risk-averse, I’d tend towards shipping and do the extensive shakedown in the Thai waters you know. I don't think even you guys should solo sail that far. I look forward to seeing more from you!

  • @radams009
    @radams009 Месяц назад +1

    From day one.. I knew you too would be fun to watch and be apart of something great.

  • @IEnigIMa
    @IEnigIMa Месяц назад +3

    LMAO. “Hypopitamouse”. Love, LOVE the new CAT. Red bottom, dirty raw aluminum top….precious. What a surprise…❤

  • @whatuptone
    @whatuptone Месяц назад

    Capt. And a chef would be a perfect addition... That's from a land lubber😂😂

  • @suisse2010
    @suisse2010 Месяц назад +1

    Beautiful boat, congratulations, good luck

    • @DawnHunters
      @DawnHunters  Месяц назад

      Thank you very much!
      Capt W and Iana

  • @bigalon3wheels
    @bigalon3wheels Месяц назад +1

    Nice boat, hope you guys enjoy the time you will have on it at sea

  • @kevinmcgann1372
    @kevinmcgann1372 Месяц назад +1

    Love love love this! Great video! Best RUclips channel, so fun! Awesome boat!

  • @alfierieckhoff5934
    @alfierieckhoff5934 Месяц назад

    ENJOY YOUR NEW BOAT 🇿🇦

  • @rtv3114
    @rtv3114 Месяц назад +1

    Hey Durban looks, bring that beauty around CPT. Would be nice to meet you guys ❤

    • @rtv3114
      @rtv3114 Месяц назад

      How can I get a small start off yacht in SA ?? Langebaan lagoon, hout bay, Hermanus? Tour

  • @DanielTiffany-o8i
    @DanielTiffany-o8i Месяц назад +2

    Fabulous videos.
    Oh, MG 😮 🙏🏼

  • @sajjaadhabeeballah701
    @sajjaadhabeeballah701 Месяц назад

    Sail the boat yourselves and share your travel videos and experiences.
    South Africa to Thailand should be a lot of fun!
    You guys are fun and compliment each other.
    Or, get a sailing couple adventurous friends.

  • @Kurgan9830
    @Kurgan9830 Месяц назад +2

    Awesome job! Love you guys

  • @ricknelson3607
    @ricknelson3607 25 дней назад

    This boat looks amazing.

  • @australianchallengemediape669
    @australianchallengemediape669 Месяц назад

    Sailing up the East Coast of Africa across the the east where you've been sailing lately would be an interesting event especially with the cat you just bought as long as it's all mechanically sound

  • @BobLintner
    @BobLintner Месяц назад

    Stay around for awhile and enjoy the area you are in, then sail it when the weather is better. I enjoy your videos and look forward to seeing them all! Best wishes from (New) Jersey USA.

  • @davidhakes3884
    @davidhakes3884 Месяц назад +1

    Great job on the "SailY" commercial Iana, Now I want Saily sim cards.

  • @ChristianHenssler
    @ChristianHenssler Месяц назад +1

    Congrats, great move. Have fun!

  • @markwilson8632
    @markwilson8632 Месяц назад +2

    😄👍 you can always find young sailing crew wanting to travel to different countries, advertise in backpackers and places where young people visit all the time. Do it as a tucker trip, you feed them and they travel for free. It’s worth a try.

  • @kasm10
    @kasm10 Месяц назад

    Wow watching you walk thru that saloon at 2:45. So much interior space

    • @DawnHunters
      @DawnHunters  Месяц назад

      You are correct -- the lower cabins are tight due to the narrow hull designs but as we spend 90% of our time up top this is perfect for living aboard.
      Capt W

  • @mfhairstream6812
    @mfhairstream6812 Месяц назад

    Super good talent in Durban is very rare. Well done

  • @JamesOtoole-e2b
    @JamesOtoole-e2b Месяц назад +1

    Hello from Australia 🦘. Looking forward to the new shows.😄

  • @glennpearce7093
    @glennpearce7093 Месяц назад

    Great to see you guys again wow new boat 🚤 awesome 👏 looking forward to seeing your travels once again.much love ❤️ and respect from Glenn New Zealand 🇳🇿

  • @vincentstouter449
    @vincentstouter449 Месяц назад +1

    🤔 William & Iana, Congratulations on the new Dawn Hunter! I know that William, based on his profession as a marine field engineer, favors steel or aluminum boats (as do I).
    The killer of aluminum yachts is galvanic & electrolytic corrosion (assuming no Beryllium assassins attack 🤣😱). William is very aware of corrosion prevention and will be a fine steward for this magnificent yacht.
    While I favor monohull SV’s this cat would be at the top of my “cat list” if 💴 were not a constraint. Have a great “sail life”. 😎👏👍

  • @1944chevytruck
    @1944chevytruck Месяц назад +3

    CONGRATS! AMAZING!

  • @ChandraSekhar-zv7vj
    @ChandraSekhar-zv7vj Месяц назад +1

    Your boat is super ❤❤ you are so crazy 🤪. I really like the way ❤❤❤

  • @info191919
    @info191919 Месяц назад +1

    Super. Good luck with your project. Aluminum cat. The best choice 😊

  • @VikingPreparedness
    @VikingPreparedness Месяц назад +2

    Again, not a sailor BUT - you HAVE to sail her to Thailand. What an adventure!

    • @DawnHunters
      @DawnHunters  Месяц назад

      You know James of Zingaro said it so well. There are sailors and there are nailers. I have to admit that my drive is a nailer. Love the water and love to be in remote anchorages. But far more enjoy being an engineer to build things than sit and watch the wind blow. Lol
      Capt W

  • @bernddette4119
    @bernddette4119 Месяц назад +6

    just a word: COOL! KRUTO! btw a higher percentage of the world populations says Aluminium

  • @marielewis4593
    @marielewis4593 Месяц назад

    As a fellow South African it warms my haert to people from other countries enjoy and experience our beautiful country, may your time here be blessed as you embark on your new adventure!! Many safe kms of wind in your sails ! 😊

  • @kellyneville1068
    @kellyneville1068 Месяц назад

    just love your new boat