REAL LIFE of a SOLO SAILOR [ep 73]
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- Опубликовано: 5 июл 2023
- Some weeks it feels like every single thing that can go wrong does. We, as sailors, will anxiously wait for a part, thinking it will solve all of our problems. It's far from the truth, but it definitely makes us feel better. I attempt to replace the shaft seal, IN THE WATER. You HAVE to watch this if you are replacing yours... it really wasn't that big of a deal. Afterwards, I continue on my journey... feeling a little hopeless; which can be the reality of living aboard sometimes.
Huge shoutout to @bdale2 for helping out with the shaft seal!! As well as bringing community to most of the anchorages he is in by hosting weekly concerts (:
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🎉🎉🎉 Hi 👋🏼 Lauren
Please don’t ever apologize for not filming enough. Your true subscribers will always be here for you ❤.
Blessings,Carlos ✝️🙏❤️😊🇺🇸
Don't apologize to us Cpt. Just take care of your self and your boat. The rest will work itself out. The whole point of being a celebrity, internet pirate is not having to punch a clock. Cheers from FL!
😊🙏🏼 thank you
No worries, this video is a real sailing video, it takes a lot to visit all those beautiful beaches. Sailing is more then just soaking up the sunshine.
You are doing an awesome job as a videographer. Life comes first, the camera second.
Thank you so much❤️❤️
This ^
Go home, take a break and recharge….I cruised for 5 years on my catamaran and sold it in 2019. My reason was I got burnt out. It happens. Most people watching your channel will never understand the ups, downs, stress, etc., never mind filming, editing, chartering, boat problems, solo sailing, etc….You’re an incredible woman and you will find your peace and compass….
Yes the electronic Compass is more safe way to find a ticket to Miami
Lauren - one of the most important and cheap things you can have on your boat are the wax rings they use when they install toilets on the floor. You can get 'em at any hardware store for a couple of dollars. They are sticky as anything and they fit into holes and things. Great for all sorts of emergencies on the water. Perfect for putting on the outside of the shaft seal to keep water from coming in, and then you just scoop it off after. BTW, we used to have a boat an awful lot like yours - an '89 beneteau 500. Great boat. Fair winds!
I have heard this!! I need to get some.
Ahh that’s so awesome!!
Plumber's putty works even better, with no mess!
When you're at the helm, you're not just steering the vessel; you're navigating through constantly changing winds, tides, and currents. The art of reading the wind and adjusting the sails accordingly is essential to maintain control and speed. It requires a deep understanding of aerodynamics and fluid mechanics.
Furthermore, handling a boat involves managing a complex array of ropes, lines, and rigging. Each of these elements plays a crucial role in controlling the sails and maneuvering the boat. Tying knots with precision is an indispensable skill, as a simple error can lead to catastrophic consequences.
Moreover, safety is paramount on the open waters, and a skilled boat handler must be well-versed in navigation, maritime rules, and emergency procedures. Making quick decisions under pressure is essential, as unexpected weather changes or mechanical issues can arise at any moment.
Experienced sailors possess an almost intuitive ability to interpret the sea's behavior and anticipate its movements. They can detect subtle changes in wave patterns, identify potential hazards, and adjust their course accordingly. It's an amalgamation of intuition, knowledge, and experience.
In addition to technical know-how, a competent boat operator must also possess leadership qualities. They are responsible for their crew's safety and must effectively communicate and delegate tasks, especially during challenging situations.
So, the art of sailing is a multifaceted skill set that involves a deep understanding of physics, meteorology, navigation, mechanics, and leadership. Those who have truly mastered the craft stand apart from the rest, effortlessly gliding through the waters, leaving an indelible mark on the vast seascape.
You should have Spare plastic bags on the boat, fist cover the prop and shaft from the underside withe a tie wrap, that will limit the intrusion of water, you still will have some but greatly reduced too just a drip. Clean and WD40 the crap out of everything, Rinse everything time and time again with fresh water, the salt will dissolve, use a sprayer be aggressive, then with it still wet in areas with fresh spray WD40, WD stand s for water displacement, then wipe down and dry, there should then be a WD40 film on everything.
You would not have the original problem if you use my system on the engine and generator. Fresh water Rinse layup and Emergency Bilge Pump.
On Starlight 1989 Beneteau Oceanis 350 has a Volvo Penta engine M2003 28hp anyway I was the second owner, so after I purchased the boat I was doing the shakedown cruise and ran the engine for about an hour and the overheated alarm went off , could not find a problem, cutting too the chase lots of growth and calcification of the tubes in the heat exchanger. Had too take the entire unit clean it and put it back, never wanted to do that again figured was not the use rather the extended, layup with saltwater, also the corrosion factor of the elbow, had to replace that. So as a solution I cam up with this manifold I constructed with brass and bronze fittings and ball valves for each connection, from the thru hull , to the manifold, ball on the thru hull and on the manifold did the same at the on end valve to the sea strainer to the engine, next thru hull, pressure fresh water, and at the other end again valve to a run to the bilge.
This allows me to turn on the fresh water, backwash the thru hull, then shutoff and run the engine for 2 minutes on fresh water before shutting down the engine for the night or an extended time. It also in the final configuration allows me to bring to bear as an emergency pump, on my main bilge the engine, if there is a major leak in the boat that bilge pumps cannot handle for whatever reason, (lightning strikes) etc. I often use the fresh water system when sh3 is on the hard, and I need to run the engine, like changing oil, etc. I have 100 gallons of water on Starlight, you should see the looks I get in the yard with no hose, on the hard, yet engine running and water from the exhaust and prop shaft running out. In 20 years have not had any overheating issues or had to deal with the heat exchanger or the elbow, which is notorious on Volvos..
I change my Bellows every 5 years, with this method.. They come out fine, but it is such a critical part.
Living on and running a 50 foot boat solo is a not an easy thing to do. Then add running a business doing charters and producing youtube content on top of that. If nothing ever broke it's tough to pull off. Keep fighting the good fight. Love the fact that you are making it happen. I've been through all those waters on my own boat and can really appreciate the challenges you are facing.
Thank you...
Remember your priorities. The old story about the rubber and glass balls. You can drop this, it’ll bounce back. Take time to handle the glass ones with care, and ensure life is your first priority. Never apologize for living to the best of your abilities. Fair weather and following winds, captain!
Don't apologize for anything. Just continue being authentic. God will take care of the rest.
Its easy to go from port to port but to learn to swim and float forever nothing holding you up not even a raft let go and float give yourself to the waters of life trust it… if the flowers in the fields where given such beauty and grace imagine what you will be given. Be like a flower give yourself freely and without thought of anything in return.
When things go wrong, as they sometimes will,
When the road you're trudging seems all up hill,
When the funds are low and the debts are high,
And when you want to smile but you have to sigh,
When care is pressing you down a bit,
Rest if you must but don't you quit.
Success if failure turned inside out-
The silver tint of clouds of doubt,
And you never can tell how close you are,
It may be near when it seems so far,
So stick to the fight when you're hardest hit,
It's when things seem worst, that you must not quit.
First and last verse, from Edgar A Guest.
I found this on a tiny card when I was about 14, carried it with me for many, many years in my wallet. Tough upbringing.
.. Young lady, you are tough as nails, you just don't know it yet. Now let's see a big smile and kick some ass. You're doing an excellent job.
Very glad you have some support sailing close by.
Enjoy the special time with your family Lauren. Here's to getting your boat up and running tip top soon! All my best to you, Mako and friends. See you next time!! Cheers 🍹🍹
Thank you 🥰
@@laurenlanders I was truly super-impressed watching you 'take the reins" and get your boat up and running with your friends help. Top shelf all the way girl!! See you soon!! Cheers 🍷🍷
Lauren you don't need to apologize For not filming. You have difficulties with your boat that take precedence over You tube filming. You have your personal life and priorities that also need to be taken care o. And wow you parents are showing up great!!. I find once 1 thing goes wrong the a number of other issues kind of show up. You will sort through this is the Lauren way and I am sure your path will be shown in a positive way. see you later on your next video. Sail safe
You take care of yourself first LL before worrying about us. You are an amazing person.
Appreciate it🙏🏼
I am following you from Greece!!
Don’t give up!!!
Fight back hard!!
I am praying 🙏 for you!
You are not alone in your boat!!!
My thoughts and prayers accompany you sweet Lauren!!!
I hope you get the kinks worked out of your boat. It was useful for you to show the drip less shaft seal swap in the water. Earlier this year I had my drip less shaft seal replaced during a haul out for bottom painting. The seal had to break in and then stopped leaking. Good luck with the projects.
Allow me to give folks a tip for changing out a stuffing box or PSS.....are you familiar with a wax ring used to seal a toilet to the floor? Before beginning such a project dive into the water and stuff a toilet wax ring around the propeller shaft where it exits the hull. That will severely hinder the incoming water and after the job is complete, simply remove the wax with your hand.
A beautiful and courageous lady you are. My respect.........
Sometimes in life the best place to be is at the end of your rope.
Be careful out there.
God Bless
Breaks are better then burning out Kiddo ! You are doing great ! Take care of yourself first, and stay safe !!
New subscriber. Sadly gave up sailing and racing when I landed a job traveling on land in the US. Made a butt ton of money but never gave up my love for the sea. Now have an aching longing to get back before too long. You are beautiful and strong. Don't give up. know you won't. Sending lots of love.
Don’t worry about the prop shaft, let it leak until you can haul out back in Florida. Just make sure your bilge pumps all work correctly.
I dsicovered your brilliant content late, so this content is now 8 months old. Solo sailing a 50 foot yacht, is no easy task, adding into the mix, creating content and running businesses. You're doing great. The old addage "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger". You're an inspiration Lauren. No apologies needed. You're amazing.
Watching your video while on our boat in the Bahamas is a bit funny. We actually saw and your boat at anchor and you ashore on our travels this month. Enjoy your solo time - Fair winds and following seas.
You are amazing, just remember you are never alone, we are all behind you! Just like you overcame your engine problems, you will overcome these problems as well. Smooth sailing is just around the corner.
You keep amazing all of your fans. I am one of them. You do not need to apologize to us for what you are doing. We all love your videos and your grit. Keep bringing the good stuff kid. its impressive and your fans keep growing over 90k as of this video. I am betting that in time you will have over 1 million.
Get over it !!!!!! Take care of yourself. Be strong and enjoy life.
I am super impressed with the skills you have develped and positive attitude you maintain. Solo is not always easy but its alway interesting, you learn more about yourself and your capabilities in one year compared to people who never push themself and venture outside their comformt zone learn in a lifetime. Keep doing you, your doing it really well. You can look back when your older and smile.
No more apologies, thank you and it’s tough out in the seas and being solo. You are very brave. I’ll be out in the seas one day. Keep it going
Thank you so much
Spanish Wells means you can get anything…. The Pinder family are the best folks in all the Bahamas…. You go girl!
Concerned for you lack of sleep and rest. Glad you met up with family and parts. I'm sure you'll get rested up and have help to get the maintenance completed.🤠
I hope this makes you feel better because it’s true. I think most all of us really appreciate the real life nature of your content. Myself I get weary of youtubers who feel they have to smile all the way through their vids. No one lives like that. Thank you for being genuine, it’s very refreshing.
…and thank you for doing your best to post videos while dealing with a plateful of other things that demand your attention, personal and otherwise.
Sending you prayers peace and comfort.
🙏✌️❤️☀️☺️
Lauren no worries about not doing the things you feel others would want or expect. What you’re doing and where you’re doing it is unpredictable, you have to keep the important things important. Take care of yourself in body, mind & spirit. My the wind and waves always be kind to you.
Well, it is good to know you HAVE a personal life. And supportive family. Most of us are running on overload for way too much of the time. Hopefully you'll be able to get some hugs and a break when you meet (met?) up with your family.
Remember to pace yourself. Life, love, family, business...it is not combat. You are allowed and encouraged to sleep at night and give away the alarm clock.
Take care of yourself,your personal life is every bit as important as the things you do.. RUclips, business,etc. sometimes have to wait as important as they may be.
Peace and strength be with you ❤
Lauren, not only are you a beautiful young woman, you are just amazing in everything that you do! Luv your videos! Do what you need to do for you and your family…stay safe, stay healthy but most of all enjoy the life your making for yourself. ❤
I truly admire your grit and determination Lauren... you have a vision / goal and you're determined to reach it... rest assured that you are admired by a lot of people... you are definitely a credit to your generation Lauren!
Hang in there girl! You are living the adventure! As long as the water isn't rising inside the boat. Take the time to enjoy it.🥰
You are an amazing woman. And kudos to your friend for helping with that rebuild.
Very Good Job! Ocean life is no place for the weak or the lazy...
Small tip : Bring her a bit into the wind when furling or unfurling that takes load of the sheet and makes the job easier! keep it goin!
No adventure is easy, your doing great, better than most and your living your dream. This is how legends are made! 😊😉👍🏻
Aw thanks (:
My beautiful lady is so fascinated,like you and the way you live
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Love you,stay Safe😘😘😘
No need to apologize, the main thing is taking care of yourself-n Mako🤗- just want to say thank you, for even in trying times, you let us know you are ok. That means a lot. You are a special person many hold dear in their heart. B well Lauren
Your doing fantastic! You keep true to yourself and the universe will follow! Best wishes, ❤
We are all with you on this.
Just remember, " The lowest ebb is the turn of the tide."
I once was ship wrecked in Grand Bend. The Coast Guard brought me in to the dock. Brian was the first to jump onboard found the cause (a hole in the top of the muffler) I ended up with a week in GB waiting for a new muffler.
Brian helped replace the muffler and before I left fixed a electrical issue that gave me music. He is a good man!
I found kettle point.
Beautyful lady. ❤❤❤
Learning to become a sailor...🎆🎊 Cat naps...& Coffee. Obviously no coffee when you want to sleep. Navigate routes to get sleep in between auto pilots. Maybe no auto pilot, then time to get one.
You're doing fine...your body will learn & so will your mind the more comfortable & at ease natural it becomes for you.
You don’t need to apologise, as I have said before, you make the decisions along your path in live, we are privileged to be able to share in your adventure through the lens of your camera. Thank you.
Thank you!!
Do not apologize for your life! You go girl and take us along for the ride whenever possible.
U continue to be an inspiration in your tenacity with such humility & transparency !
No need to apologize for anything! What you're doing is admirable and I can't even imagine the dedication required and hardships that come along with it! We appreciate your documentation of the ups and downs.
Apologizing is not necessary!!! RUclips is a gift!!! And we see things that we would never see only dream about!!! I have had dreams of the ocean my whole life!!! I live thru you !
You are awesome young lady keep up the fun times.
Love the concert .. awesome way to do it. Good luck with your adventures. I don’t have a tv, so watch this sort of RUclips, far better . Thank you.
You are a real trooper and have that inner strength to succeed ... watching you set sails and attacking problems is inspiring ... you are amazing ... 😊😊😊
Aw thank you so much
Lauren I have a really tough question for you. Why is the dingy being towed instead of being secured on the boat??? "Hopeless" is something most of us have experienced more than once on our life's journey. You seem to understand that when we have learned from the hopeless it turns to happiness. For a young Lady you really do have a 'huge' pair'! Thank you for sharing!!! Oh, all the thoughts I express are my own! Sail smooth and safe!!! One more thing, enjoy your parents and grandfather !
I tow it sometimes when it’s not a big crossing and I know I’ll use it (: I have to take the engine off to raise it. Plus the lines at chaffing… so I try to only raise it when it’s needed
Thank you☺️☺️
@@laurenlanders Thank you!
Sometimes sailing is not really sailing...it's fixing. Hope it gets better. All the best.
Stay strong Capt Lauren, one step at a time, one thing at a time you will get through this. Take a step back forget everything and look and admire how beautiful nature is and the people that have been put on your journey ❤❤❤
Only just found your channel July 7th 2023. Great content on;y just part way through this video, so hope you get the seal sorted & that everything goes well for you. Great to see how hands on you are & how much you explain for us, especially for us non sailors
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Hope things get better for you & you get some sleep ❤
Ps love the cat, I’ve 3 myself
Aw thank you so much
All the best Lauren
NICE engine access! You can actually get in there and work. Great choice of boat (As far as I know.).
Your AWESOME glad i found your page!
Well done shaft seal replaced.all good and safe travells and adventures.😃❤️👍
I do not consider myself a negative person and I pray this comment is not taken the wrong way but there comes a time in all of our lives where we must be brutally honest with ourselves when facing the cold hard facts of reality that maybe it's time to move on, maybe just maybe we have bitten off more than we can chew and as humans we know quite well the feeling! Make no mistake this is not a declaration of defeat by any means coming from a sailor many years past but a positive reinsurance Ms. Lauren you are without doubt the most courage's person I have witnessed in a long time! Time to bring the boat on the hard and give yourself the time needed to properly think things thru. God bless!
You got this Lauren!! Always looking forward to your videos 😊
bravo et bon courage !
Have fun & a lovely time with your family x
True inspiration. I too am from Missouri. I moved aboard to cruise fulltime. I hope our paths cross somewhere on the big blue. Stay safe and may the winds always be in your favor.
Very compliments for your beautiful channel Lauren👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻Hello from italy👋🏻😉😀
Wow hope everything gets better love watching your videos ❤ so beautiful
Very nice video, thanks a lot 🤩
Just found this channel, I love your energy and can do attitude. I'm sure you'll be an inspiration to others. I also love the fact you have a cat onboard. ❤
Keep the faith. You are doing awesome. You will look back and think about how you learned so much and in retrospect was not that bad. Focus on your health first and episodes third or fourth. 😂. Be safe and be happy. Life lessons!!!
Your absolutely stunning… really enjoyed this video, your so brave ❤❤❤
Keep on keeping on! Your an amazing sailor; blessings to you and mako on your travels 😊😊😊❤❤❤
We love your videos ……❤ keep them coming in both the highs……and lows ….! 😊
I love the cat ❤
Great personal video!! Always make time for personal care!! Things will work out. You are doing great! Enjoy your family time!!!
Hello from England, currently sailing inbound Bermuda next 3 days, just watched you're last 2 youtube videos as a young solo sailor you're doing amazingly well, I've been sailing since I was a child I'm 55 years old and a Retired University Professor and I still get things wrong so keep up the good work as we say in England, Mark & Family
hey you are doing a great job. you cannot know all without learn it from someone else. so you are doing it good. and you are alone there. you are doing my dream so 👍🤙
You can’t have no in your heart! Life’s a garden DIG IT! Woah was that a meteorite?
Thanks for sharing your journey! Know that adversity and challenges make for good stories later on; although they're rough to live through at the time. Very nice videography too. Blessings.
Your doing a great job. Your very tough and full of desire to fix your boat . Great videos!
Hope you feel better.
Lots of hugs!! It always gets better! You have a lovely life! I am so happy for you!!
Thank you!!
Awesome, its a tough life lookin after a boat let alone anything else, its really good looking back on these real n good times, thanks again😊
Appreciate you!
@@laurenlandersthanks, nice,
with you all the way, allways 🌿
Hang in there Lauren, we all love you and wish you the best.
"Anything worth doing is never easy"
Enjoy your family time, can't wait to see what you have planned next.
Thank you💙
Absolutely, sometimes just being in the moment is enough. The rest will work itself out. ❤ You are more than capable. Being patient for your videos is half the fun seeing them. TCB!
I think you could use a team player, would make your life so much easier. I imagine the right person would be hard to find considering your life choices. That said... You are a very impressive person. Cheers to you.
That is a difficult experience to go through with your boat for anyone.
Love you, girl... You're the best!
Thanks for the update, gorgeous 👍 Hang in there. You are an inspiration and so bloody cute. ❤❤❤
Thanks for the update! Enjoy all of them and the seas look beautiful and scary! Your cat is a trooper!
Haha he is
No need for apologies sister. Way to stand tall and fight thru. Excellent job. Always enjoy the videos and seeing that smile when u flash it. Stay safe sister.
Take care of you and your boat first. We'll be waiting for you when the time is right. Much respect! 👍👍🥰
Don't apologize! Take care of yourself. Health & Happiness to YOU, Lauren ❤️
Staying afloat is the most important thing so you and Mako can stay safe. Another great video Captain.