ABANDONED SAILBOAT TRANSFORMATION:4+ Year PROJECT BOAT REFIT|E7|

Want to see our Abandoned Boat Transformation? This is how we transformed our once project sailboat over 4 1/2 years. This boat refit was more than what we imagined it to be. We knew we needed to get a project sailboat, in order to be able to afford it, one that we could make our own, and pay little by little as we go. We do many projects on our sailboat Alma during this time. We go into detail showing you where we got our project boat, how we got her, and what exactly we did to our once abandoned boat to make her sailable.
It took us a long time to fix our project boat, but it was very rewarding. Now our once project boat, sails like a dream...
This is a journey that we look forward to sharing with all of you!
-Yulian, Angela, Baby Aria, and Pup Sofia.
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[@prex345]

The best part, you truly know your boat.

[@SailingAlma]

Very true! Whenever something breaks, we know how to fix it.

[@prex345]

@@SailingAlma and it looks great on the water, the blue hull was a great call.

[@SailingAlma]

Thank you! Yea it brings out her classic lines for sure. 👍

[@esdeekay4344]

As a Sailing lover, I watched this video with tears of happiness... This forgotten beauty waited long enough to be loved again... ...Thank You...for saving her...

[@SailingAlma]

😌 Thank you for your kind words, they fill our heart with encouragement and joy. Looking forward to hearing from you again.

[@briandbird6339]

Magnificent. You can sail anywhere and nobody can say they have a nicer boat. Made my day.

[@SailingAlma]

Aw thanks Brian. Your comment made ours. Thanks for watching

[@SailingUma]

Still remember the day Dan and I watched you come in to Riverside on that boat almost 4 years ago 😆it wasn't too long after we first splashed Uma. What a transformation! Alma looks amazing now! Excited to catch up somewhere out there ☺

[@SailingAlma]

I know it seems not so long ago! It is crazy to look back to where we all started from and see how far our boats have come! Thanks guys we are grateful to have friends like you. Excited for that too and for you to meet Aria! 😊❤️

[@toddr2265]

You guys have inspired a lot of people!

[@anderseriksen2282]

"Pre-Alma was a disguised swan", any sailer would look right through the dirt, - mistreatment, - ect. A very well earned CONGRATULATION for well done job-s - "The swan is reborne" - what a beauty Best wishes for - fair seas - and many years of travelling - from Denmark

[@SailingAlma]

LOVE this saying, could not have said it better. Thanks 😊 best wishes to you as well.

[@felixcat9318]

This is exactly the type of YT video I respect and enjoy. When you both knew that this yacht was right for you, the one of your dreams, you committed yourselves to making it so. In appreciating the sheer beauty of the yacht, you've put your hearts and souls into her, together with every minute and every dollar you could spare. With your love, care and dedication, you have given new life to your beautiful sailing home which now shines as a beacon, reflecting your absolute commitment to make her the best she could be. I look forward to seeing your videography and appreciate you taking the time out to document your intensive restoration and refit. Subscribed!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much Felix for watching and taking the time to write such a wonderful comment! In this comment, you do a perfect summary of what we did over these 5 years. It is amazing that by sharing our story we have such great people like you who are able to understand and appreciate what we are doing. This means a lot to us. We put a lot of effort making these videos, whenever our baby girl takes a nap and goes to sleep we work on them, doing our best to show our adventures. We are very glad you are enjoying them and following our journey as a young family. We look forward to hearing from you in future episodes. Best wishes to you! - Yulian and Angela

[@felixcat9318]

@@SailingAlma Thank you for taking the time to reply, that is very kind of you. Your excellent videography forms a beautiful library for when your beloved baby is grown enough to understand and appreciate them, seeing all that you both undertook to be able to make this life for your family.

[@leargy7043]

Just beautiful , not just the boat .

[@SailingAlma]

Thank you!

[@peterpierson6845]

This is a wonderful story, featuring amazing skill and determination...and ending up with an absolutely gorgeous vessel. Well done. Fair Winds...Peter

[@SailingAlma]

Aw thanks Peter 👍😊 that means a lot to us!!!

[@doncarlo5]

guys you are an inspiration ... my wife and I probably won't reach such a goal, but you really inspired us ...

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Don means a lot! If we can do it you guys can too

[@fatpatridesagain]

This brings back many memories as a friend in Seattle had an E41 and he loved that boat and kept it like a fine piece of furniture. Unfortunately he passed and I'm afraid the old girl is probably more like the old Alma than a fine piece of furniture now. Very sad as I miss them both but will retrain great memories of sailing with him on her.

[@SailingAlma]

Wow that is amazing. We are sorry to hear about your dear friend, we understand how hard that is. We are glad to hear you have wonderful memories of sailing on her with your friend to treasure. Best of wishes to you!

[@sandymacpherson9400]

Great Job! Sometimes you have to start out NOT knowing, or you wouldn't start, it would just be too overwhelming, but look at what you have achieved and all the useful skills you have learned. Not just a couple of dreamers who thought about it, you got started and refused to back down, even when stuff got "messy". Persistence, that's a great quality in anyone's skillset.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much Sandy! You are exactly right! What a great way to put it. Reading this comment puts a smile on our faces because it is a wonderful summary of what we experienced. Thanks again, looking forward to hearing from you soon!

[@astrid7880]

She is stunning! Great job! I usually don´t like the esthetics of hardtops like that, but you,ve managed to build that whitout messing up the lines of the boat. Respect

[@SailingAlma]

Astrid thanks that means a lot! And yes we definitely agree! We were hesitate because we didnt want to Take the beauty away from her so did our best to design it in a way that wouldn’t distract from Almas pure classic beauty. Happy to have you watching our journey!

[@rouslant]

You did a magnificent rebuild. Congrats on the huge work, she's a beauty. Those old boats, fin keels, are amongst the best ones ever built when it comes to rough seas.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Rouslan! Yes she does handle amazingly! Thanks for watching

[@billkaroly]

So cool to see another sailing channel. This reminded me of Sail Life and Spoondrifters in a capsulized format. Can't wait to see more.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Bill! You are awesome 👏 cant wait to show you more!

[@horizonized]

And you’re still together. Alma is beautiful. Very nice, you guys rock!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much Cam!

[@bertcanepa5651]

Wonderful, beautiful project......for "young" people mostly. Having owned a "remodeled" (done by others) classic I can appreciate what you felt when done. (Actually owning and maintaining a sailboat is never "done"!) Good luck on your travels!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Bert this means a lot to us!! 🥂 cheers

[@marcvandermeulen1807]

Wow, it's amazing how you restored the beauty of it! I think your perseverance encourages a lot of people, that's awesome. Would love to see a boat tour.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Marc! We appreciate that! Boat tour will be coming Monday 😄

[@mackagerton4860]

Well done y’all weren’t messing around you did it the right way well done

[@SailingAlma]

Mack Agerton thanks so much Mack! Yah it was a ton of work 😃

[@sandystrait3878]

That is amazing. I can't get over all the work you put into that boat. So glad you have each other and a shared vision. Best life.

[@pinshaw]

My father bought and outfitted an Ericsson 41 new, sailing & racing out of Newport Beach CA, We grew up on that boat sailing to Catalina, Santa Brabara and down to Baja. Ended up selling it n the mid 70's to support a new house and business. Great seeing you. rebuild yours. all the features & fixtures bring back memories.

[@peterstorm9743]

I have restored a couple of sailboats myself and some of these projects were rather extensive, but not near what you have done. You have done a great job and got a fantastic result. Congratulations on the achievement!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much Peter. We appreciate that! It was a lot of work for sure but glad we were able to get it done. Thanks for watching!

[@Yoda496]

One word, AMAZING! One of the best refits i've ever seen by a private couple. I would love a tour video.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much this means a lot to us ! The interior tour is up now, happy to share it with you!

[@Trapper50cal]

The equity you gained from doing this yourselves goes well beyond a restored sailboat....you guys know every inch of her and that knowledge and experience is priceless.

[@markmateljan260]

Always great to see a young couple realize their dream..... enjoy the fruits of you love/labour.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much Mark!

[@timothyjames9768]

Hi, I started on this episode and liked it and went back to what appeared at that time, episode one, which turned out to be episode two and spent the next hour or so catching up. I love the travel aspect you have put into these videos and suggest you keep on giving more of the travel log and family. I love the sailing but remember that there are a lot of sailing tubes and they are all doing the slow mo sail and water shots. Your sail up the ICW is fantastic, I am really enjoying the historical parts you are stopping at and you are showing a lot in the small amount of time... most haven't concentrated on that side of their tubes....as I am from Australia its great to see something new and beautiful......well done While I was viewing I thought you should look at another couple sailing...Sailing UMA. They really similar and then I found episode one... seems I don't have to recommend UMA :). looking forward to the next one.rgds

[@SailingAlma]

Hi Timothy! Yes we will definitely continue with the travel and family in our videos. So glad to hear you are enjoying the historical part there will be more as well. Thanks for being part of our journey! Best regards

[@jlsinchina]

Yes, yes, show us everything.

[@Vagabondo-fs6qu]

Great for you guys for sticking it out for 4.5 years ... what a beauty Alma is!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much! We appreciate that!

[@istvanmeissler2238]

Sailing was on the decline until so many young people were exposed to the idea via KZbin and the internet. I am so happy to see so many sweet young couples enjoy the first part of their lives together sailing to far off places for adventure. Old boats are being saved and given sweat and love and a new lease on life. Thank you for the tour. Job very well done. God bless.

[@SailingAlma]

Yes you are right. It has been great that this lifestyle was put out there for others to see and understand. And old boats are being restored and able to sail again as they once used to. Thanks for watching! Stay safe.

[@Tripsolo65]

What is really cool, is the fact that the materials and technology have come so much farther from the time when she was built. Great Job!

[@SailingAlma]

Tripsolo65 thanks so much! Very true! Its as if she is mixed with the old and the new!

[@zacsimoneau]

Great job you two! I love the video. These are the stories I'm looking for when I watch sailing videos. I want to see where you go, but just as important to me is to know what it's really like to own a sail boat and to learn along the way. Thanks for this!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Zac! Glad you are enjoying our videos. And its great to hear you like both types of videos. Excited to share our adventures with you. Stay safe and thanks for watching

[@noel3070]

Can't beat the feeling of a classic boat as it moves through the water. Great job hope you enjoy many happy miles together

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Noel! Yeah for being over 50 years old she sails beautifully.

[@wienerwoods]

Well done. I spent a couple of years prepping a boat for cruising myself in my 40s, and I did so while working too. Then I sailed away, and haven't worked a day since - for someone else anyway. There's a sense of acomplishment and self reliance that comes from doing what you are doing that is priceless. I'm in my 50s now, and I still live aboard a boat and sail it regularly. My only regret is not doing it sooner - Bravo you two!

[@SailingAlma]

Wow that is incredible, we can definitely relate to you. That is great you are able to still live on your boat and sail her. Kuddos to you! 🥂 cheers!

[@wienerwoods]

Thanks! The boat was a 20 foot (!) Pacific Seacraft Flicka without an engine. I cruised her for 6 months from LA to Baja and the Sea of Cortez. With my girlfriend. Who'd never sailed anything. Here's a tip: If you want to find out if you are truly compatible with a prospective partner, go on an extended cruise aboard a small boat in a remote area where you have to rely on each other for survival. Either you'll develop really good conflict resolution skills, or you'll be sailing solo in short order. If you're able to work as a team, it bodes very well for a long term relationship. We are still close friends 10 years later, and I'm telling you - that trip was the key.

[@garyl4538]

A dream, sweat, sanding, and tenacity! Your boat is beautiful.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks gary!!!! 👍👏👏😃😃

[@thinkahead67]

Outstanding! Would love to see beginning to completion of this project in more detail then this clip. I'm sure you are both very proud of your sailing vessel. Alma looks Great!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much!

[@sonnylange3051]

WOW! An amazing restoration. The boat now has a soul and is happy to be sailing again! GREAT JOB!

[@SailingAlma]

Sonny Lange thanks so much Sonny! Means a lot!

[@saltysnoopy]

I got an abandon boat also ... great project. I told my landlord where I had to boat very reluctantly I would commit to 2 years. Nine and a half years later .. lol .. I'm almost finished and have a launch date of late May. I look forward to watching your video.

[@SailingAlma]

Thats awesome Lowell! So excited for you, that will be a very big and rewarding day.

[@JohnSmith-dj5gf]

Absolutely gorgeous! I used to race on the Ericson 41 “Restless” out of St Michaels, MD. She was as beautiful as she was fast, always finishing at the front of the pack.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks John! Wow that is incredible!!! Yes she is very fast and sails beautifully

[@unknownqweasd]

1:37 this guy driving backwards like a boss.

[@SailingAlma]

🤣

[@clutelmm]

Oh wow! I just found your Channel! I have a 1970 Ericson 41! I bought her last March. I had the, Walter V Drive rebuild right away, $1400. I going to watch your videos from the beginning, today, now!

[@SailingAlma]

Hello Friends WOW! That is so cool to hear!! Congrats on your new boat! Yes smart idea the v drive has caused us some problems in the past. Awesome! Happy to have you part of our journey!

[@jimmccorison]

As a couple that spent several years transforming our own older boat, we congratulate you. The effort is something that few can relate to. The rewards, as you know, are something that few can understand or even appreciate. The payoff for us was a wonderful home for 10 years and two years of fantastic cruising. Enjoy your travels and may you always find fair winds and following seas.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Jim! This means a lot to us. That is amazing you have been living on yours for such a long time. And also enjoyed cruising! Fair winds and following seas to you as well!!!!!

[@jimmccorison]

@@SailingAlma Sadly we swallowed the anchor 9 years ago. While in Mexico, and planning to head to Central/South America for hurricane season, my folks came down for a visit. My mom had early onset Alzheimer's and it rapidly became clear that we'd be heading to the Pacific Northwest instead. So we're here, helping to deal with aging parents, first Mom until she passed away, and now Dad. But we have never regretted the financial sacrifices we made to refit the boat and take off. Our 10 years aboard was easily the most fulfilling and rewarding 10 years of our lives.

[@weathervanerc8147]

WOW, what a beautiful boat. You guys did a fantastic job.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much!!

[@surfstarcc1]

Awesome stuff!!! The amount of work that goes into a project like that is insane. I redid an old 22' Mako and it took forever, I couldn't even imagine something in the 40' class.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Chris! Yes it is an insane amount of work! Congrats on your reno, im sure she looks great!

[@christianpatterson1665]

This is fantastic. The main fear most people have from asking other sailors, when starting to cruise, is how are they going to fix things when they break. The confidence you gain from rebuilding your own boat is most certainly priceless for future cruising. Congratulations. You've done something 99% of other people start and fail to finish.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much Christian! Means a lot. You are very right. One the the things you gain from a full restoration is that you can fix whatever breaks in the future

[@shelleyrichards9028]

Wow, Ericson 41 of that vintage is stunning! You are rightfully proud. Such beautiful lines.

[@Phil-dj6co]

You guys are just something else ...what a project and the end result - perfection :))))

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Phil this is really nice of you!!!

[@pittassavvas7512]

People need to understand that good things take time, and they don't have short cuts. Great job, Wish you smooth sailing 🚣🚣🏄☺

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Pittas! Yes you are right they do take time and hard work. Looking forward to hearing from you again! Best wishes

[@charlesmcguffy]

The short cut is buying one that someone else made. Saves a lot of time, effort and frustration. Plus you have more resale value.

[@kevinkirkbride9062]

Charles, your missing the point! THEY did the work, developed the skills and created a thing of beauty and grace! They know every inch of that beautiful boat and her systems, so if something needs to be done to her in the future they have ALL of the skills necessary, AND the pride of an ownership earned that you can’t get buying a restored boat.

[@highlandervalasik9274]

Three months. To 4 1/2 years. What makes you both exceptional is the fact you DID NOT QUIT. I doft my hat to you for that.

[@murrayashworth78]

As a retired marine repair company owner, I'd like to congratulate you for a wonderful refit , of such a beautiful classic lined yacht. Cheers.🇳🇿🇨🇦

[@rickwatson1000]

You are an inspiration and you stayed married through this journey you can survive anything!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much Rick!!! And you are very right! Are marriage is definitely stronger now

[@jimbojims]

Awesome commitment! You guys deserve all the good times your boat brings you. Cheers 🍻 from 🇨🇦

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Jim! Means a lot. 🍻 cheers!

[@michaelfunk5951]

So glad to see that you brought that beauty back. Yes, I am interested in all the efforts you expended. Bet she’s a pure joy sailing!

[@brianjoyce9742]

I believe this boat is the visual of the boat anyone would prefer to sail. Classic/beautiful in all the best ways! Your hard work, and perseverance, has paid off. Well done. Fair winds, sails up

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much Brian!! We appreciate that a lot. 😄

[@jbuckley2546]

You should be proud of yourselves. She's a beauty.

[@SailingAlma]

Thank you!

[@dalsie105]

You both have a talent she looks stunning well done

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Darren!!

[@BrockInTheWorld]

Wow I am blown away by the transformation and how much work you did, it looks incredible

[@bayareablues2255]

Such a beautiful boat. Thank you for rescuing her!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much. Thank you for watching!

[@psmithrpm]

Gorgeous job, guys. You should be VERY proud. Would love to see a tour.

[@SailingAlma]

Thankyou Paul!! That means a lot!!!!

[@RiggingDoctor]

Love her lines!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks guys!!

[@evanherpin6980]

Wowowow. After trying this by myself and failing I truly appreciate both of you for having done this and want to say both thank you but, more importantly, thank you! That was both inspiring and encouraging! Again, wow! Wow!

[@SailingAlma]

Wow thanks so much Evan!!! This is amazing to hear. So happy to know that this can inspire others! Our newest episode is out feel free to watch it!

[@ozzmanzz]

Congratulations, she now is a real beauty... all because of you.

[@SailingAlma]

Aw thanks that means a lot!

[@SailingAlma]

Aw thanks that means a lot!

[@thecollegequarterdeck]

WOW! You really put in the work! The boat is beautiful! 😍

[@SailingAlma]

Thank you!!!

[@JustAskingAndCurios]

Beautiful classic lines and paint job. Love the updated interior feel. Great job (blood, sweat and tears I'm sure.)

[@SailingAlma]

Thank you! Glad to hear you like the updated interior!! Happy to have you join our journey

[@BillChild2njoy]

Proof that when you keep an imposible dream alive it can become a most wonderful reality . You didn't lose sight of that star and made it there and beyond I think. Alma is a work of maritime art. Bravo!!!

[@Lehmann108]

Sailing out of Coconut Grove and paddling around Virginia Key it is amazing how many great old sailboats are abandoned. Fair winds to you!

[@SailingAlma]

Lehmann Peters so true! Thanks so much Lehmann.

[@mountaindweller9118]

Beautiful Boat with classic lines! Reminds me of a Hinckley. I'm very impressed by the amount and quality of hard work you two put into this project. Well done! Looking forward to following your journey.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much! Yes she does look very similar to a Hinckley. Looking forward to having you follow our journey!

[@superbmediacontentcreator]

Ha, I said the same thing then deleted the comment when I saw yours...

[@gordonturner8544]

fantastic job guys, particularly like what you did to modernise and brighten the interior, but all the work you did was obviously done superbly and properly! well done

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Gordon! Means a lot. Happy to hear you like the interior! Thanks for watching 👍😆

[@MrHAPPYHAWAIIAN]

Very inspiring. Usually I’ll post something obnoxious , but not this time . To put your blood, sweat and tears into a boat on it’s last legs and give it life again is awe inspiring . I feel these old sailboats have souls and appreciate you saving one.😁

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Richard we appreciate that!

[@jderrida69]

Alma looks amazing. That must have been a tremendous amount of work. You have done an incredible job.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much! Yes! It was sooo much work. Sometimes we forget how much work we did until we look back and see pictures or videos of how she once was

[@bradbusch9585]

Fantastic job guys the boat is beautiful would love to see a tour of the boat your videos are great good luck on your travels

[@SailingAlma]

brad busch thanks Brad! Love to hear you like our videos. We will keep them coming!

[@SailingAlma]

brad busch thanks Brad! Love to hear you like our videos. We will keep them coming!

[@danarauch980]

I am at the same Fort Pierce boat yard doing my own refit (more than 4 years in my case). I was there when Alma came in and saw the progress you made. You should be very proud, she will give you many years of return on your hard efforts. It is great to see people take these old boats and labor through love to keep them around for the next generation.

[@SailingAlma]

Hi Dana, Wow what a small world!!!! We wish you all the best on your refit, how is it going so far? It definitely is labor of love, as Im sure you know from your own refit. But it does give you a feeling of accomplishment. Best of wishes to you!

[@vernonsmith5021]

I have a few questions cost of yard ? Cost of boat ? I'm a74 year old retiree on a limited income, I'm rebuilding a18' sail boat but am looking for a 32' or 40' for a live-aboard to work on Tex me at snuffymj [e-mail] thanks

[@skinwalker_]

3 months LOL Grit, determination and a relentless drive to get it done is the foundation of success in all aspects of life. You guys followed this formula and you made your dream happen. It's inspiring and I hope it brings you the freedom and happiness you worked towards.

[@jackrabbit5047]

Fantastic job, guys! I love your comment about how working on an old boat is like opening a Pandora's box...I admire your ability to take on hard work and the skill you have shown in recovering this beautiful boat.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Jack!! Yes it definitely is like a Pandoras box. Fix one thing but never know what else will need fixing. Thanks for that, it means a lot!

[@snabelone]

That yacht really has beautiful lines! Someone once said: A yacht is a whole in the ocean you put money in... ;)

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Jay! Yes so true haha

[@alannorthcott6651]

What a great journey the boat turned out beautifully, you guys have done an amazing job well done!

[@SailingAlma]

alan northcott thanks so much Alan! It feels great to hear that!

[@musicalcem]

awesome couple! this is what I call teamwork! you guys believe in eachother and made it, more than a couple would have split after a year... I hope you'll have the best life with this boat, you definetly deserve it!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much! This project definitely made our marriage stronger, we encouraged each other, learned from each other, and supported each other. In the end working together to made our dream come true. Thanks again , and for following along!

[@keithmoorechannel]

It’s nice to see a classic boat restored properly to as good, or better, than new condition. I wish more people would consider this before buying a newly built boat. These old boats can give great pleasure to a new generation of sailors.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Keith! It is wonderful to see a classic boat get brought back to life. We were surprised with how sturdy alma was built. She is tough but also a great sailing boat. Thanks for watching our journey

[@johnorashleyfrazier1247]

BEAUTIFUL BOAT WORTH THE LOVE AND HARD WORK PUT INTO HER

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks John!

[@bob_frazier]

Hey John!

[@garyc5483]

Excellent job guys. Looks like you did a great job. Alma is a great looking boat. No need to ask if we want a tour, OF COURSE WE DO. :-) Fair winds & regards from the UK

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Gary!! Thats awesome to hear! 😃 fair winds and best regards!

[@scottwest9299]

Alma is beautiful, as are you two. The deserved accolades are many, but the biggest would be regarding your humility. You all are incredible.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much Scott! We truly appreciate your kind words. We are very happy to be able to Share our experiences with you!

[@philb3654]

How awesome! My wife and I need a project like this after nearly 30 years. And our country needs more DYI'ers like you folks

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Philip! Wow congratulations to you guys.

[@000gjb]

LOL. "We wanted a boat we could afford". "We expected to finish the boat in 3 months". Congratulations for seeing the project through. Happy sailing.

[@SailingAlma]

🤣 yea we learned a lot thats for sure! Thanks for watching!

[@thearchibaldtuttle]

There is the infamous boat factor. Everything you do on a boat must be multiplied with that factor to arrive at an estimate that is realistic.I think you just can calculate your personal boat factor now.

[@SV-DEDICATED]

That all looks great.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much Roger!

[@timwoods603]

Ok all caught up! Look forward to your next vlog.

[@SailingAlma]

Awesome Tim! Looking forward to hearing from you soon

[@simonjconnor]

fantastic job guys and congratulations for hanging in there over 4.5 years, that takes a lot of dedication and persistence, it is an endurance hobby for sure. what a journey and the results are amazing. Enjoy the fruits of your labour

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Simon!!! Stay safe!

[@donaldvanvliet9039]

Gorgeous boat...i really like the way you made a hardtop that doesn't ruin the classic elegant look.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Donald! We were concerned about that when designing it. We tried to design it in a way that Matched the lines of the boat. Thanks again and for watching!

[@sensor6101]

Beautiful job. I for one would like to see a detailed boat tour and more detail on any of the projects you have footage of.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much Mark! And thank you for your input as well!

[@SailingAlma]

There’s a boat tour coming soon

[@Paul_Crosbie]

What a lovely job you both have done with Alma, the transformation is fantastic. Much respect to both of you 😀

[@dukebass4564]

Yes, I would love to see a full tour of your beautiful boat/home!Thank you and safe travels.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much Duke!!! Check out our other videos for an exterior and interior tour!!

[@davide7467]

You guys are soo amazing !! Did you really do all that yourselves? What an amazing journey for you both . She looks so gorgeous!! Congratulations on such a mammoth effort . Wonderful story totally amazing . Safe travels Dave & Selina , Lady Quintessa Cairns Australia ✌🏻

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks David! That means a lot. Yes we did it all ourselves except the making of the sails, and the making of the hardtop (we designed it). But everything else we did. We learned a lot, not just about the boat but about ourselves as well along the way. Thanks for watching our journey!

[@silasderoma4726]

Would love to see a detailed tour!

[@btaveira]

Congratulations ! It's so nice to see older beautiful boats like these come back to life.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Bruno means a lot!

[@joelr877]

What a beautiful boat! I live in the midwest and am a car guy at heart, but I can appreciate the countless hours that go into a project like this. Great work!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Jason! That is awesome. What kind of cars you like? I (Yulian) have a thing for classic cars as well. Thanks for watching 👍😆

[@joelr877]

@@SailingAlma I am a fan of offbeat 1960's cars. My first car was a 1966 Buick Lesabre 4 door. It was a boat, pun intended, but I could pack up to 6 of my friends in it and we had so much fun. Currently I own a 1994 F150 that is as much a project truck as it is a work truck. I am a carpenter by trade and use it for work. The thing is, when you have the chance to buy a short cab, long bed 101K, 4WD truck for $1200...I couldn't pass it up.

[@smcdaniel8190]

I'd really like to hear more about the hardtop bimini that you made. Just about to start my journey and was considering the same.

[@SailingAlma]

Sean McDaniel we will definitely go into more detail in future videos! Thanks for watching. You can also see more detailed pics of the whole process on our instagram (link in description)

[@kymholbrook7495]

Brilliantly well done. A very large pat on the back is deserved.

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Kym!! You are amazing! That means a lot to us!!

[@joemccoy9534]

Absolutely Beautiful! You certainly can be proud of all your hard work! When you get a chance, and are so inclined, I would love to have an exterior and interior tour! Thank you for sharing your incredible creation!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Joe! Next week will be the boat tour 😁👍

[@HairExperience]

Loved watching your video. So cool to see y’alls excitement!!

[@SailingAlma]

Thank you!!

[@chrischarpentier3611]

Having been brutalized by similar projects, I admire your guts. Alma appreciates your effort!

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks so much Chris! We appreciate that!

[@darinarrick824]

Beautiful boat and amazing job in the refit! I don't think I've ever seen so much solar on a sailboat! What's all that power for?

[@SailingAlma]

Thanks Darin! Since we dont have any generator, we wanted to be able to be self efficient running everything easily off solar ( we dont have AC so not including that if we had AC we would need a generator) so far they have been amazing!

[@cumuluslibre]

Nice work, inspirational .. the benefit of building it again from scratch is that you truly know your boat and if there might be a problem you'll know how to fix it..

[@SailingAlma]

Thank you! You are definitely right, whenever anything breaks we are able to fix it!

[@johnshaw8327]

I bought Bruce Kings old boat that he designed and had built called Unicorn. Sailed her from Ca to Sydney NSW where she is now. 41 feet.Lots of work !!! I know what you've been through. Good luck with your dream.

[@SailingAlma]

WOW! That is incredible! We would LOVE to see that boat. Do you have an instagram account where we can see pictures of it? Thanks so much, glad to have you following our adventures.