BOAT LIFE REALITY | Sailboat maintenance | WINTERING IN SPAIN | Chasing Currents EP 35

[@Merlin3189]

Yeah, rolling hitch is what we're taught as sailors, but as a climber I was taught Prusik knot (or loop) and I find it more grippy and stable. Very simple knot and can't go wrong, but you need to have or make up a rope loop to use. Lovely video as usual. Good to show sailing in all its facets.

[@ChasingCurrents]

Hey, We have also used a Prusik knot 😁, not for a while but in the early days. We watched a video of a sailor going up a mast using them and was amazed by how well they worked. Definitely one for us to keep using. So glad you enjoyed the video thank you. All our best Jade and Brynn

[@trevorbyron9448]

Lil things to do when there's ' nothing' to do. Have to admire jades wit...her humour makes one's laugh - quite concise

[@Mrkk1103]

Good timing, we need to work on our boat toilet next week! 🙂

[@ChasingCurrents]

Haha, good luck! Hope it runs smoothly 😅

[@oomwat6101]

For rubber and plastic parts, you should use a silicone grease - mineral based greases will perish the rubber and can make plastics brittle.

[@ChasingCurrents]

Ahh thank you, I did try looking for a silicon based grease as im sure we had one but couldn't find it. We will keep an eye this season and service if needed. Thankyou for commenting so others can learn as well 😁

[@dazztee]

spent hours watching loads of your vids, after ur 1st big sail getting super fouled prop and meeting curious orcas all in one go crazy luck and unlucky at same time, you did right thing being quiet an not getting exited, they probly got angry if you was fishing, but maybe they were waiting fro you as food lol

[@ChasingCurrents]

That's awesome to hear, so glad you've enjoyed our videos and thanks for watching! Yeah, it's been a whirlwind to say the least haha. We got more than we bargained for but are absolutely loving the adventure 😬🐋

[@ooweesaler]

Get yourselves a jiggle syphon for no mess liquid transfer. Cheap and reliable and you can use it at sea.

[@ChasingCurrents]

We do keep meaning to buy one of these 😅, that has jogged our memory though so will get one soon. Thanks for the comment 😁.

[@Cptnbond]

For the maintenance job on the toilet, I was happy to see that you do not live by the "don't fix it unless it's broke." Lol. Cheers.

[@ChasingCurrents]

Haha, nope that's one thing we like to keep well maintained 🤣 cheers for watching!

[@tiborlaszlo2905]

It is nice to see you safe and sound,happy and full of energy. Talisman looking good to. I'm getting closer,my Ds theory is over now ,the practical part is coming in the near future. Today I'm out cruising (racing on the Severn,mille building started 😎. ). €1600 for winter morning hope you don't mind asking for what sort of period?.

[@ChasingCurrents]

Ah thanks so much :) thats awesome! Well done on finishing the theory, now comes the fun part haha. That's awesome that you've been getting out and building up some miles! Hope all goes well for the practical 😁 That was for 6 months in total 👍

[@tiborlaszlo2905]

@@ChasingCurrents. Thank you...

[@pete9501]

Wow, 3000 Euros is way too much, mine was £200 secondhand from a Cowes boatyard. However, don't despair, have a look at the YT channel Sailing Vegans. They did a DIY arch early on their channel for a huge 800w solar installation by themselves from parts.

[@ChasingCurrents]

Yeah we thought that too! Definitely going to look at doing it ourselves, cheers for the suggestion - we'll take a look 😁👍

[@loreng7433]

I look forward to ya'lls videos every week. I binged all of your videos last month and have been hooked ever since. I plan on getting a sailboat in 2ish years and your videos have been an incredible wealth of information. I was sooo happy when you replied to my comment about seeing the dolphins from a Submarine. I plan to buy you two coffee next week (currently a broke student again so bare with me lol). You've truly inspired me to keep working toward my goal of owning my own sailboat. Keep up the amazing content, enjoy your journey, but most importantly stay safe out there.

[@ChasingCurrents]

Aw thanks so much! Really glad you're enjoying them 😁 and awesome that you're planning on getting a boat too - if ever you have any questions you know where to find us 😊 don't worry about the coffee! Even just watching our videos and commenting is a huge support. It's amazing to hear that we were part of the inspiration for your goals too! You have no idea how good that is to hear 😁 keep going and you'll be out on your own adventures before you know it ⛵🌊

[@loreng7433]

@@ChasingCurrents if you ever decide to cross the Atlantic; I know of a few places in Florida that you'd enjoy mooring at😁

[@FollowIntrepidBear]

Ahhh…boat job fun! That slime line looked pretty chaffed 😬😬 Rolling hitch is a great knot that I have to look up every time I use it…my brain just won’t lock it in 😂😂 Another way to consider easing pressure on the bow line is to motor forward gently. Nothing wrong with what you did but it’s just another option. Another great vid 👍🏻😊

[@ChasingCurrents]

Me and Brynn both read this comment, looked at each other and asked 'why didn't we think to motor forward gently?' 🤔 🤣🤣 for some reason our brain decided to go to the more complex solution first hahaa, at least it gave us an excuse to practice our knots 😅 cheers for watching guys 👍

[@simoneclarke5104]

We always enjoy your videos, they keep us inspired💕

[@johnwishart7950]

nice videos remember the winch service as well

[@ChasingCurrents]

Ah thanks John, and thanks for the reminder! 👍

[@bryanjuni706]

Another great video! Love seeing the realities of boat ownership.😊 Happy new year to both of you too. Keep safe

[@ChasingCurrents]

Thanks so much :) and Happy New Year to you too!

[@scottkiwiz3841]

Great video

[@kimfoots1288]

Great video thanks I was a little late getting to watch it waving a 👋 Maryland us Be safe have fun

[@ChasingCurrents]

Aww thanks so much for tuning in and giving us a wave 😁👋

[@epcode5121]

Brilliant video love the real feel to it. 😎🍻

[@ChasingCurrents]

Ah thanks so much! 😁👍

[@87sport]

loving the videos, cheers from Nova Scotia!

[@ChasingCurrents]

Thanks so much! 😁

[@HSI_451]

Great video! We were in Almerimar around the same time - if we'd known, we'd have said hi :)

[@ChasingCurrents]

Thanks a lot! Aw no way haha sorry we missed you 👋

[@andysimons9226]

I'm hoping the boat fairies are gonna clean my boat for me!

[@ChasingCurrents]

Tell us if they come please and how you summoned them 😅🙏

[@TheBepax]

Could y0u talk about how you store, plumb and use propane or gas for cooking?

[@ChasingCurrents]

Yes definitely, great idea 👍. We'll be sure to pop this in an upcoming video. Cheers for the suggestion!

[@Adam-kn2cj]

Nice one folks, thanks for keeping it real and safe

[@ChasingCurrents]

Thanks a lot for watching 😁👍

[@thestardusterchronicles5462]

I built my bimini from carbon epoxy and foam sandwich.....cost about £400.....not difficult

[@ChasingCurrents]

Thanks Gary, really appreciate the Facebook messages too! So helpful, definitely given us some ideas 😁

[@simontaylor4873]

Always great to see real life sailing life :)

[@ChasingCurrents]

Aww thanks for watching Simon 😁👍

[@martyn101101]

I admit it, I was one of those shouting "rolling hitch"🤣🤣

[@Nextstopcarlisle]

Take my money, your girl Is gorgeous

[@sailingachilles7810]

Great to see new video guys

[@ChasingCurrents]

Aw thanks so much for tuning in 😁

[@Greggybread]

Nice vid.

[@ChasingCurrents]

Thanks 😁👍

[@ZZ-ek7mx]

Nice content BUT Wind Noise 😩

[@ChasingCurrents]

It was extremely windy, we can't exactly hide it unfortunately. I'm sure we mentioned in the video we were experiencing 50knots of wind, don't think at any point we had wind noise over our talking? Let me know if we're wrong though 👍

[@ZZ-ek7mx]

@@ChasingCurrents just a small point, I had headphones on so that didn’t help on my side ☺️. Having a suitable wind suppressing ‘dead-cat’ for your mic will really lift the outdoor content when the wind is blowing. All the best.

[@ChasingCurrents]

@@ZZ-ek7mx No worries, thanks for the comment 😊👍

[@clivestainlesssteelwomble7665]

Never upset ones beloved and leave your toothbrush lying around 😲😬....🤣

[@ChasingCurrents]

Hahaha, nope got to be very careful 🤣🤣

[@dougintothesunset]

It must all seem like a dream . . . . :-)

[@ChasingCurrents]

It definitely does!! 🥰

[@Mateo-bf7ol]

🤩 Promo'SM!!

[@JonMadsen70]

:)