A big change is coming [S3E20]

[@clifficus]

Running a candle up and down the zips in the Bimini will keep them free, waterproof and so easy to use, well known tip with motorcycle gear. 👍😃

[@dougbillbeaver]

I was in the fog, trying to cross the shipping lanes off Portland Maine. I had been at the helm since dawn and it was now past 10 pm. Those giant ships with those giant horns that rattled my little 25 foot sloop also rattled my tired nerves, as i blew on my little fog horn in the dark, for all i was worth. The horn was close to that model you have. It brought back that memory. I had to smile! I love your story, your video making skills and your music. Thank You

[@Tosti3]

If I'd only knew you were there... You would have been stalked for sure ;) Joking, would have come to help out!

[@chshrkt]

Please don't assume most of your viewers know how to sail. I am becoming interested and know almost nothing. So your drop of wisdom about putting up the Main Sail at 4:20 is something I had never heard before. Thank you! :)

[@ojilles]

Exactly! Would welcome an awesome step by step 101 on the various operations on Magic Carpet! (Perhaps a bit late to suggest now that she’s on the hard… next season? :))

[@terrysullivan1992]

@@ojilles There are lots of great videos on beginning sailing on the net.

[@ojilles]

@@terrysullivan1992 I’m looking at some of those as well (if you have favorites, please do share!)

[@jerrym3261]

After a cruise ship vacation to islands in the Caribbean and seeing the sailboats that were able to DIY travel by water, I knew I needed a sailboat even though I was living over 600 miles from salt water. I had never set foot on a sailboat but, I'd had motorboats. To learn to sail, I checked books out from the public library. The one that spoke to me was one written in French and translated to English. The first thing the author said was he couldn't teach a person to sail by reading his book. He said find a way to sail a boat and come back to find answers to questions you have. I went over 100 miles to buy a 21 foot sailboat and a few days later took it to a small fishing lake for my first sail. It may have been that I had read enough to understand the physics of sailing but, sailing seemed so intuitive. Years and sailboats later a sailing friend asked me if I was a sailor and he knew I had 2 sailboats and I sailed. He explained, there are 2 kinds of people that sail, people that learned how to sail and sailors that are born that way. I believe I learned to sail in past lives. Maybe sailing is like riding a bicycle, you have to do to see if you can do it.

[@Alicatt1]

not a sailor either, not done anything with a stick and rag since I was a kid, everything since has been under power (or is that underpowered ;) )

[@Talittli]

You playing the violin really adds the sailor feeling!

[@maurolimaok]

Despite the numbers, this is one of the best and charming channels about sailing on youtube. I hope it grows a lot.

[@Bender24k]

Aladino was really enjoying himself there when challenged piloting. Awesome to see the enthusiasm. I really love to see the ropes, the tying, the bins, the nav screen - the little stuff. You two are my 'Smart Fix' I can always count on a thought-provoking episode from you. Thanks again from New York!

[@sicchuckie]

Thanks for the sailing lesson Bose in the wind to raise the sail. I’m one of the followers that know nothing of sailing.

[@we-can-do]

100K getting closer and will be well deserved.

[@jerrym3261]

Hopefully you get the package from KZbin. I think the next 100k subscribers will come much more quickly. Secrets don't keep forever especially those as sweet and uplifting as Sailing Magic Carpet.

[@eleanorchapple8772]

Your Magic Carpet in the Netherlands was wonderful. I learned so much about that country and loved the insights into the character of the people you presented to us. All good.

[@SailingMarieholmIF]

I hope your Friesland serie will be continued in April/May.

[@Kal-ir9ze]

After almost a year following you guys I need to msg again to say thanks. Thanks for the time spent to make these videos. Thanks for the time o have been able to enjoy these during looong winter lockdown nights. My wife and I enjoyed and as result put our first 22 ft Ventura in the water on Saturday. 👍👍👍. Your encouragement was with us. Keep them coming.

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

👍👌👏 At 7.25 min: Definitely the cutest wrapped/baked potato I ever saw! 😁😁 And the biggest too. ;-)

[@cranck07]

I honestly think that of all the channels i watch, this is the best voice intro. (Leaving out the music, as I have little knowledge of what makes a great musician) I believe Maya could voice the phonebook and still make it sound ok.

[@crcomments8509]

The music is great as well and the intonation is spot on. She could honestly sell intro music to other you tubers, and perhaps even have music on Spotify..........Oh wait, she does and very good it is to.

[@keebearfull]

I would listen! Names and numbers couldn't possibly sound better!

[@johnpoynton4193]

Felt like I was there on the french canals, very lyrical

[@paulsj9245]

Nice story, well told! 17:09 That "funny hat" is a traditional Sou'Wester, part of the "oilskin" type of foul weather gear. We used it before Gore-Tex ;)

[@lentongrovetrust5201]

Once again you provided an excellent explanation of what you are doing to prepare the boat for winter thank you for sharing it with us

[@nhenderson2094]

I found your channel a month ago and have been enjoying watching your epic sailing adventures while waiting for my season to start so I can get out on my small 15ft sail boat. I have to say that I am a bit sad now that I am sitting here having to wait for Friday instead of just watching the next episode. In this one you have just put Magic Carpet to bed for the winter as I am getting things ready for my boat (new sails on order and hopefully a solar setup for my electric trolling motor), thank you for the music, thank you for the maintenance tips. Thank you for this inspiration.

[@rmccarrillo1759]

Another awesome vid with a hint of varnish free time, nicccce 😎. Your yellow hat 🤠.... still looks great on you. Rain or shine, your lil home will be dry and fine.

[@marcusornroth6388]

Thank you for another great video with beautiful music! 🙏😊

[@Lannie1948]

We are getting ready to get our boat ready to launch as I watch this 🙂

[@joelevy750]

Well done ..you two Stay safe , enjoy the boat yard. Your journey will continue.

[@vadmal5210]

Thank you! Not everyone can make a DIY vlog, like this one, interesting

[@fromParis2011]

One thing i realize is the quality of the music in your videos... thanks, Always nice to be with you for a moment of peace !

[@SailingMarieholmIF]

Thanks for sharing. My boat is back in the water again. I am looking forward to see the work you have done. Will share my projects with you on my channel.

[@PatrickPoet]

I'm so glad you added that about wrapping potatoes in aluminum foil because since I just put potatoes on the oven grill unwrapped, at first I had no idea what you meant. Then you explained and the analogy became clear. I quit wrapping potatoes in anything at least 30 or 40 years ago once I figured out that the skin was better and the potato better tasting if I didn't.

[@emlynjay8633]

A truly well-organised Boat to accommodate to so much Gear! Fabulous Winter-Prep Video.

[@pfsmall]

I just wanted to say that I have completely caught up to your present vlog! I found you guys a couple of months ago and have slowly been catching up to now. So enjoyable! Thank you!

[@locksnkeys]

Love your videos. Peaceful and great entertainment. Thanks

[@StephenSmith-ju2tp]

Absolutely brilliant , am loving it it's Friday it's magic carpet whooooooooo 🙏⛵️

[@bevtrue6937]

So beautiful. Great sunset, also.

[@monikastuckey8737]

Made me sad to see Magic carpet out of water. Glad everything worked out to store/service her.

[@BillChild2njoy]

You two do make a wonderful couple.. so happy for you and your sharing of your sailing life with us.

[@keebearfull]

"Magic Carpet." The little boat that CAN! Because Aladino & Maya DO! (They're closing in on 100,000 subscribers. That proves this fact is true. )

[@shirleyboy8859]

The end of another chapter.... This is a "Can`t put down" Story.... lots more chapters to come I hope.... :-))) xx ps: For ALL my zips, outdoor gear and Motor bike clothing I always use candle wax on the zips, it is not messy and is easy, cheap and long lasting maintenance... :-))) xxxx

[@andypennybrown6848]

Don't forget to change the anode in the engine , the raw water discharge gets scaled up too i found on my yanmar, its good to check it because the bolts sometimes get welded into the block, thanks for the ideas of storage!

[@marceltromp1454]

Mine doesn't use any anode 3gm 30. Which model has anode?

[@greggtilghman6349]

Please never change your intro music, it's beautiful and soothing and I love hearing it everytime I view a new video.

[@garywilkus7495]

Yeah; night time coming into an marina you have never been to before is tough! I feel you!

[@rickstevens1479]

Always makes my day to see a new video has droped .thanks guys....

[@thatguy2408]

Actually looking forward to watching Aladino geek out on maintenance and repair.

[@mowhoknow5098]

Thank you two for a great season and looking forward to many more videos good luck on the haul out and the refit, stay cool , safe and loving

[@johnmclachlan1023]

You're probably aware of it but just in case, might I suggest you get a wine bottle cork for the point of the gaff. Cheers.

[@henkbaas5878]

Beautiful. your choice of music with the film I find great. Than you again.

[@violettownmicroenterprises1528]

on the Netherlands maritime museum blog Dan Helden??. you played your violin so beautifully...singing to the timbers... i wish you would play more!!

[@richkellett2418]

This is the best channel I've found in ages.

[@stevethuss2707]

luv u both , have fun.

[@torstenbehrendt870]

This is to all other viewers of this channel. I just learned it and some of you might not know this yet. If you want to at least passively support this wonderfull channel you must not skip the few commercials within the episodes. Otherwise Magic Carpet won't get any payments from KZbin. Ignore the content, go have a coffee, don't care but don't skip it :-)

[@DFX2KX]

I'm reasonably versed in sailing and have actually sailed once before, and I didn't know that going straight into the wind made raising the main easier. I'll have to file that away.

[@kevinjasper415]

I keep meaning to say about your intro? It is a great musical indent. Let's have more of them please.

[@sjoukedijkstra7110]

Pitty you were in Friesland this year, missing out on Skutsjesylen and Sneekweek. Two very specific sailing events that are quite special.

[@Alicatt1]

We are still hoping to get back to Sneek this year, we did not see enough of it last year, spent the whole day in the museum there, fantastic place, so much to see about the history of boats, canals and Friesland

[@juliesimpson3729]

Can’t wait to see your work!

[@ianallan2337]

Aladino, after 75 years I can't figure out which way turnbuckles loosen either :)

[@terrysullivan1992]

Ya, me too. Although it's only been about 60 years (I'm 78).

[@dlswede3912]

A new adventure awaits, can’t wait to see you what you guys do next!

[@NostalgicGames-ov2lc]

Hi Maya and Aladino. Im new at this world of sailing but im very interested to know more about this object. I would be very glad if you guys could make a video talking about the specs of sailing a boat, like wind, sails etc. And what you would change in your boat if u could, like: bigger boat? Engine? Eletric power? Wish you both the best!

[@Fifties-kidat-themovies]

I always wanted to travel the World like you kids but I stayed back to look after my folks who always took care of me, and by the time I was free to take my leave I was crippled. I enjoy watching couples like you, and families, travel and explore all the far flung places of interest and on this and other channels I'm right along with you ! ;) Do you have a wish list of sorts?

[@mopedinthemalverns6661]

Lovely episode - thank you. 'Liked'.

[@nathalieohlson1572]

I had no idé about why you would put the sail up at that time (not a sailor just love your videos). So I lernd something new today. 🙂 Thank you.

[@ketelhodt100]

Nee Saison is Committee - Ready for sailing and move to the baltic sea 😋👌

[@donjohnson5307]

a proud papa always knows what his boat needs even if it looks ok to everyone else.

[@loveit9082]

Hi! We watched this particular episode with interest as we regularly keep our boat in Friesland. Where did you go to winter your boat? We didn’t recognise the surroundings and we are suffering cruising withdrawals as we are stuck home in Australia now and our boat is in Corre (France). We followed every episode from Port Saint Louis as we cruised the Saone in 2019, as far south as Lyon, and loved it! Hope to head back to Friesland next year. .

[@jasonparker3109]

Well done!

[@RogerFleischer-p3f]

In the East, children learn the maxim: "You must struggle when. you are young so that you do not need to struggle when you are ole." You are Westerners, but. you are wisely struggling together as a couple when you are young. More power to you!

[@AlienX69]

Most unusual vessel @ 3:30 Guess you guys (Aladino) knows about the sailing vessel "Thula" ? I just found them yesterday and thought of you guys. Maya, what brand / model piano keyboard were you using in the 5 Maya's ? What is it connected to produce sound, computer ?

[@DFX2KX]

she shows herself getting it like... 3 episodes back? It's a mini MIDI interface keyboard.

[@dickvanderpijl6218]

Just a common inland waterway barge for sand transport.

[@garyfroeschner2523]

Great video as always. Thanks.

[@davesmith8286]

I hope some down time might provide more of your beautiful music for the channel.

[@emilybh6255]

I guess Aladino likes to keep Magic Carpet not just shipshape but better than Bristol Fashion!

[@oakleyjack7600]

I’m like Aladinio, to be a full time sailor as he it would drive me crazy not to be doing something besides staring at the wall,,,,,and drinking everyday can empty ones pockets and enthusiasm.

[@waynerudiger1756]

I kept wondering why you were taking the mast down. I mean, it was up for barely 6 months and not typically needed for a haul out. And then the last shot, moving inside a building! Sweet!!

[@wjhann4836]

"You varnish???" - I'm wondering a little bit, normally I know the Dutch to be pretty sorrow on their boats - doing even one paint more than less. I also take in account the huge number of very old boats in perfect shape. So: Go on with your plan. P.S. I think you chose a good place for wintering and repairs - good infrastructure, good technicians and nearly everything is either on stock or will be delivered in short time.

[@wolfholler9939]

Really tnx for the videos. But unfortunately you never tell us in which month the video was recorded. Stay safe, Wolf.

[@andreaswell3789]

Thank you for this wonderful Netherlands Summer! I own a Vindö 50 since last autumn and will sail it also on the Ijsselmeer. Your films help me to do all the work on the boat and be patient untill the ship is ready to sail. One question: Where are you now - near Stavoren?

[@yellfire]

Maya and Aladino are hibernating in Switzerland. This episode was recorded last year. If I had to guess in october, or maybe november 2020.

[@stevenhs8821]

Aladino (sp?) keeps the bright work looking very nice.

[@robbywittlin1631]

A rather sad episode ... but worth watching.

[@leoniewellesley6684]

Love your beautiful videos 🧡

[@leoniewellesley6684]

I l ove ho well you store everything. Everything has a place to be on the boat

[@AXISMEDIATV]

great prep vid- QUESTION- what do you do for the decks? Is that teak oil? / Varnish? / or a Teak Sealer? they look great!

[@AXISMEDIATV]

Im thinking it was teak sealer- thoughts?

[@stephenhull9591]

Love your videos and look forward to them every week. Question: Are those seals Wadden sea' ls ? x

[@Hunter-ym2kk]

on my weathered zippers, I put spray butter, PAM, on the zipper, works well and isn't like greasy..

[@spookie3000]

What? You were here the whole winter? When is it going in again or did you already launch? I live in Sneek but lived most of my life on the island of Terschelling. So if you need any info let me know!

[@condepill9611]

Oh, your engine don’t scream like a wild ogro. Cool!

[@spiritflower6640]

I've never heard anybody talk about emptying the black water tank from the head before hauling out but it seems like that would be something you would need to do and want to do, right? Actually,.on another sailing Channel I saw a haul-out video where they were working on the boat and something happened with the head overflowing when they were hauled out and I was thinking to myself why wouldn't they empty the holding tank and maybe put appropriate cleaning fluids in it before hauling out? Sorry to talk about something unpleasant 🤪but I'm just so curious having not heard any Sailors talk about that on their KZbin channels 🤔

[@paulsj9245]

Perhaps not ev1 would like to talk about it? I'm guessing that not all boats have a black water tank. Some have composting toilets, some may have alternative solutions.

[@scable-eq7bp]

So what does next season hold for Magic Carpet and her Crew? Possibly making Magic Carpet spit & shine so they can put her on the market to make way for a new and larger boat and then sail north and hug the east shore of the United Kingdom and then on to the Faroe Islands, and then on to Iceland. Or maybe they well do an Atlantic crossing and come visit us in Key West,Florida....

[@paulsj9245]

Expect the unexpected!

[@kathylanham5954]

Aww to be young again.

[@PatrickPoet]

I'm not familiar with the term raw water pump (not even sure if that's what you said). Is it a bilge pump or a fresh water generator or water pump for engine cooling -- no the last doesn't seem right, you're using antifreeze coolant in the engine and it just has a normal water pump?

[@harveymushman2219]

Watching from Calif and wishing I was back in the Netherlands...I'm staying next time never leaving...well maybe look around the rest of Europe...lol...

[@MikeHarrison3266]

Ah well, that's it for a while for me for a while. The only reason to watch is the amazing Magic Carpet, what other reason could there possibly be so, Just kidding Love you both, see you next week.

[@terrysmall1421]

rockin the fun hat!!

[@steveallen5087]

May I ask what navigation app you are using? I’m looking for a good one for use on my sailboat. Thanks. 👍

[@blackseasailing8672]

I love you funny yellow hat 👒))

[@taylor152]

When you varnished magic carpet did you use a wood stain? It's such a deep colour, I have a vindö boat and it is much much lighter. It hasn't been varnished for quite a few years.

[@SailingMagicCarpet]

Yes, there was a dark wood stain! I think originally they used interstain but many others work just as well. Try epifanes or Mayer Gronau

[@joveeke]

Hello there, nice to see she came out the way it should... My question to you, will you keep posting video's while you're out of the water ? I really enjoyed this season, bcd I saw a lot of places where I've been myself with my boat, but I never take the time to make video's. So it's a bit watching my "own vacation". So thx a lot for the nice videos. Hope to see more soon. :-)

[@ianscott3180]

Can I ask something I always wondered? I used to see several Vindo,s on the West Coast of Scotland when I was a young man. Is the cabin coachroof wood or GRP sheathed in wood? Thanks again for the videos.

[@SailingMagicCarpet]

Most I know of are varnished wood. Some oil it and maybe others have tried sheathing it. That I don’t know Aladino

[@carlosminoletti3690]

Candle wax is great for keeping the zippers running. Hab Spass und gute Reisen von Chile

[@rickm7923]

I just started watching your videos from the beginning. My wife and I have enjoyed them. Nice work. I have never seen you guys use a radio. Is the boat equipped with a radio and or EPIRB?

[@martinhoflich6150]

What l also like about boating are the seamanship solutions

[@robertjosephbussiere3888]

Can I ask about how much money did you spend for fuel and how many miles was it going though the Europe Canals? I would like to know to know for a personal project

[@SailingMagicCarpet]

The last video in the North through the continent series describes all this :)

[@AlienX69]

TIP: Don't forget to have a spare set of propeller shaft vibration isolators, I was without these once when the shaft completely sheared away from the tranny hub.

[@jfv65]

Good call.

[@thedarkroomukltd7541]

Great to see you wearing lifejackets. Great vid as always

[@leighshankland8740]

What is the lag time between the date you produce these videos and the date we view them? I live in Victoria and it is early April, 2021 here.

[@andymarshall2201]

Maya, I love your music, is it available to everyone?

[@scable-eq7bp]

Maya,you're the cutest "bake potato" on KZbin......

[@bigbobear_tv2917]

Boatyard season?? I am just starting my season.... When is this recorded?

[@martijnb5887]

Same here. I guess it was recorded in November. But it is great to enjoy sailing with Magic Carpet when our own sailing boats are in winter storage.

[@markbennett9787]

Which Yanmar model is your engine?