HOW MUCH FOR A FULLY OUTFITTED LEOPARD 46? 50% OVER PURCHASE

Original Charterboat Conversion Cost Breakdown: • Converting a Bareboat ...
We set out to buy a cruising catamaran with a budget of $300,000, all-in. We have spent a lot more than that, but Clarity is the boat we always wanted: safe, strong, well-equipped, and fun to sail. This boat will take her crew anywhere, quickly and comfortably. This week we break down the additional upgrades we made since publishing our original cost breakdown a couple years ago.
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[@NELLIE3588]

So nice to see professionals who have been before the camera making their own video in lieu of those of show nothing but drinking. Both of you are a credit to the cruising community with knowledge and experience giving insight for others who want to follow in your footsteps. Well done. Cheers, The Mossback Sailor

[@Boody523]

Cost break downs are always super interesting, thank you for sharing

[@SirCharles12357]

Love how you converted your two berths to project rooms and one head to permanent storage. Brilliant!

[@Ron-zr6se]

Wonderful job, you have made Clarity not only a fine yacht but an outstanding home as well. I understand that there are those that think $400k is a lot of money but they forget your $400k home can take you around the world and to places they can only dream of. In the end $400k is nothing compared to the lifetime of experiences you will see and enjoy while doing what you love.

[@sailingsolo5290]

Yes but 400k as a used boat. then 10 percent per year for the life of the boat to maintain. So in 10 years you paid 800k and the boat might be still be worth 300k . But youre house you paid 400k and did nothing in maintenance is still worth a million in 10 years even though its a dump.. my point is oats cost and be ready to spend.

[@viperblitz11]

Nah, $400k is still a lot of money.

[@DaGringoOnStingo]

Your sewing room is pure genius.

[@carsonc1272]

I always considered the 4 cabin charter boats to be a waste for a couple to own but you two have definitely changed my opinion on that.

[@Chris-zo5ze]

The podcast is great too... I listen to it while mowing the field in my tractor, dreaming of the day I buy my boat. Love the channel and both your energies.

[@ericjensen3662]

Ya, I'm dreaming too Chris. Glad to know I'm not alone.

[@kurtborkman9472]

2 things that I learned from this video. 1st. You basically have to be prepared to spend twice as much as the boat sticker brice. $254 thousand dollar boat means you should have at least $500,000 set a side for the boat(I added an extra $100 thousand for the Homer Simpson moments, that I know I would have. 2nd EVERYONE wants a used OWNERS version catamaran, but you guys have proven that there are actually lot of advantages to having a charter version, because you guys EACH have your own play rooms, that you wouldn't be able to get with an owners version.

[@TheOKellys]

It really depends on the condition of the boat you buy (Clarity was a little rough when we bought her), but after talking to a lot of owners, the basic cruising kit for a 40-50ft cat is about $100-140k. Agree with you wholeheartedly about the owners versions. Don’t get me wrong they are very very nice, but after living aboard for a few years now, I see that they make very little difference to the overall cruising lifestyle, which is about being outside and sailing. The rest of the concerns, like power, water, navigation....those have nothing to do with owner vs charter versions. Thanks for the comment!

[@steveturansky9031]

Most cruisers want an owners version for more cabin space and a nice bathroom/dry head area. Also owners versions tend to take less abuse because they are chartered less or not at all. Clarity is a big boat and each cabin and dry head is large, comparatively, so having an owners version is not quite as critical. If it were the typical 40-43 foot cat, having an owners version would make a big difference. You pay for the extra size in everything you do though. Nick has said in the past, get the smallest boat that meets your needs. But they sure have made Clarity into a tremendous cruising platform.

[@kurtborkman9472]

@@steveturansky9031 Oh I agree, I think that with enough love(and research and money), you can turn any boat in to a home, but yeah size and design does make a difference. I love watching ALL the different youtube channels, because(and I know this because I'm a mariner) everyone outfits/runs their boat differently, and it's cool to see, that there are different ways to doing things.

[@steveturansky9031]

@@kurtborkman9472 I do love the L46, Clarity and what the O'Kelly's have cone to her. I would absolutely love to have that boat and be ready to go.

[@kurtborkman9472]

@@steveturansky9031 Yeah. $250 K is a lot of money + another 150K and time for modifications is a lot, but compared to buying, lets say a new princess or carver 40-50 foot motor yacht, its a great deal.

[@JC-21470]

Really like your idea to cut the table and make it into your studio desk in a forward cabin - well done!

[@jzb99]

I really appreciate that you are so straight up with the costs... whenever I watch videos and I see awesome upgrades and fixes I always wonder what it costs... esp considering a lot of folks are savvy with their internet presence and get discounts - I really like that you just lay out if you got a deal, if you shopped around, did the labor etc so I get a true idea of what it costs you vs what it might cost me... thanks again guys!!!

[@steveturansky9031]

In all too many youtube sailing channels, the crew has very little real sailing/cruising experience (at least when they start). I love the fact that you guys have experience that is pertinent so it's not the blind leading the blind.

[@geofferyrobertson6608]

U 2 have done well in DIY , saved you a lot

[@allied1394]

Love this boat the color of the wrap with the dark wood on back she’s a beauty. When you compare the cost of your home to a land home your winning haha so hope that makes u feel better

[@ericjensen3662]

Right? I guess the only difference is the Leopard will continue to depreciate while a home won't. Some things are worth paying for though.

[@Rottingboards]

Thanks for sharing the economics of a catamaran.

[@airlandnsea]

Thanks for the in depth review of what it actually takes to refit a a boat to make it what you want (need). Your experience has made up my mind up to by a new one instead of going through all you guys have done, again, Thanks a million, well almost by the time its all said and done.

[@stephenk.9344]

Boatwork videos are always a winner. Very interesting and well done.

[@micheldunne6911]

Thanks for the update. I enjoy living vicariously.

[@alanjeude5631]

This is a pretty generic comment about your channel in general, not for any specific video. Retired and quarantined, I found a bunch of other sailing channels for entertainment, and most seem to make sure they have younger bikini clad babes in order to catch one’s attention. Some have some decent info, some not so much, but just letting you how much better your channel feels in how you carry yourselves, what you communicate, the honesty of what your sailing has been like, and all that. Just refreshing, engaging, informative, and a bit encouraging for those of us wondering what the cruising life is all about. Great overviews of mono- vs. cat- from a couple that has experience in both. I’m retired, had kids (and 14 grandkids) so I don’t have deep enough pockets to begin to duplicate your experiences, but thanks for letting us piggy-back on your life a bit, and let us dream. Good job you two. Unfortunately being retired and on fixed income, Patreon support isn’t likely, but I would if I could. Thanks for letting us tag along.

[@jojo-ns8sw]

Dang it! I didn't realize you guys were there. We were there at the same time. I take my kids up every year. Thanks for all your videos. You guys are great.

[@andrewpipitone1572]

Your sewing room is really cool. :-) My sister does upholstery nice high end furniture so I learned and appreciate that room. I have been looking at sailboats for some time now and this week I have been turning my attention to catamarans. I'm sure yours will be sold before I can buy. But I'd be into it being you guys really set this up well and its take over maintenance rather than rebuild a whole boat.

[@zyxwvutsr3034]

dont have cash or opportunity or know how to do cruising. also afraid i dont weather well and prone to sea-sickness. but love tales of the sea-life. So i'm living vicariously thru you guys. thanks

[@horitulgi]

Enjoyed, especially the Oregon coastal shots with the most surprising guitar riff in the background i wasn't expecting - Jonny Marr with heavy reverb from The Smiths - "How Soon is Now"

[@BoatingJourney]

This is awesome! We fell in love with the Leopard Cat in Annapolis and Miami. Now our goal is to retire on one! Thanks for sharing!

[@tom080955]

loving you guys! you're different...you show us whats possible...a sewing room...a studio...this is the stuff we need to know. ...to keep sane and possibly make a skill trade or other from other yauchties. loving your vids, keeping me sane isolated in seattle. cheers both!

[@tom080955]

Curious When you come back to Canada after months away...what are the things you notice? I just saw you lavishing a Starbucks type coffee...lol. That sparked the question.

[@TheOKellys]

Haha. They won’t let us into Canada.

[@bryanmyers9977]

Like it! You are making me question my hard line on getting an owner's hull layout. Converting 2 heads and making dual-use cabins looks fantastic.

[@deibertmichael]

I used to live in Port Orford and Coos Bay out by the light house. Very nice when sunny.

[@carsonc1272]

I wear my Goonies T-shirt proudly!

[@RiverWoods111]

Thank you for a great video again! I just love your videos! I have to admit I do appreciate seeing other out sailing who don't drink let alone drink constantly. Sometimes I wonder how some of these channels get anything done when they have a drink in their hand constantly.

[@GypsyHeart2012]

This was a really great update. The solar is impressive.

[@mikeferguson2828]

Great video guys. I have just got back on the water having spent 4 months upgrading my Leopard 40. I did all the work myself and so the cost was the new items and my time. I spend $60 000 on my upgrades. I was expecting about $30000 but then decided to pull out my old yanmars and saildrives and bought new ones which I installed using the boom and topping lift. This blew the budget but I’m happy to have 0 hour engines again

[@TheOKellys]

Two new motors for 30k? Good deal! She must be lookin good!

[@everythingexplained]

I'd like to know more about why a Sailrite sewing machine isn't your choice all the time. Because I've been drooling at buying a LSZ-1. A way back I bought an entry level Singer and it sucks big time! So now I just get angry when I can't sew what I want and I fantasise of how wonderful everything would be if I only had a Sailrite... Your videos on how to sew things are awesome Megan, a huge inspiration!

[@TheOKellys]

Thank you for the kind words! The Sailrite will work on just about anything, so it really depends on what you're planning on sewing. The thread & needle are too big for most lightweight clothing fabric so I opt for that when sewing clothing. Thicker cotton, say for face masks or pillows, I will use the Sailrite. What do you like to sew?

[@everythingexplained]

@@TheOKellys I bought the Singer to shorten the straps on a pair of sailing trousers (I got the trousers for $100 off and bought a crappy sewing machine for $70). And since then I've been making tool sacks and fixing outdoor wear for me and my family, but the tool isn't up to the job with heavy fabrics and heavy thread. I've done some curtain and pillow jobs in the house, it could do fine work if I have almost endless patience with it. Nevertheless it is a skill that I really enjoy learning and I'd like to advance in my sewing skills. Thanks for your inspiration and feedback :)

[@andrewbartholomew5876]

Wow, so helpful and detailed - appreciate the BTU's on the A/C

[@everythingexplained]

For the record, I had 19 days straight of blasting heat and awesome weather for my first trip to the US, and that was in Portland. I know it's some way from the sea, but man! I loved it! Late may and early June 2019 was awesome in that region, with temperatures exceeding 40degC (100++F)! I'd wish I could come over and experience more of the Pacific north-west because I really grew fond of that region.

[@TheOKellys]

It is beautiful here for sure. We are at the coast, about 1.5 hours west from Portland. The only thing I could ask for is warmer water here. The Pacific is COLD! Come back when you can, the Pac NW has so many jewels: high deserts, mountains, ocean....inland seas! Come on back!

[@everythingexplained]

@@TheOKellys Yeah, I'd come back as soon as possible. I've heard of the nice inland lakes, the rivers, mountains. So beautiful down there in the south ;)

[@TheOKellys]

the south! LOL. I suppose so!

[@Wayne_Nero]

Fantastic!! I really love your channel so much good info!! I got a couple more years of work and savings to do, then I think I’m gonna hit the eject button and do some sailing!!

[@Eztliz]

I would love an episode about your life-raft. Why you chose that brand. How many people it holds, etc.

[@UUBrahman]

Labor is a major cost in the refit. So, any sort of arbitrary labor estimate would create a more realistic total project cost calculation. So, how many thousands of hours of direct labor on the refit and at what rate would you pay yourself (?) say $10 per hour because it is easy to calculate. Direct labor on refit projects, estimate what, 6,000 (random number) hours in direct labor for Megan and Nick in total. That would take the total boat cost ($400,00 plus $60,000) to $460,000. If you hired someone else to do that labor you did yourself, you would probably have to pay closer to a minimum of $30 per hour (at a minimum) for a hypothetical total costs of $580,000. Why am I doing this? 1. The $400,000 total costs for the boat does not reflect opportunity costs of your labor. 2. The total project costs should be compared to the fair market appraised value of Clarity to indicate how much value the owners' hard work has added to Clarity. Thanks for another excellent video.

[@TheOKellys]

Lol. Good point. But my fair market value of labor is closer to $1.35/hr. Lol. We did it this way because we wanted to. More fun than earning to pay someone else to do it....makes a lot of sense for a lot of people to spend more to have something done by someone else. You’ll get no judgement from us on the wisdom of that path!

[@davidolson7575]

Another great videoI really like the overview of your expenses. I especially like Nick’s studio and how he managed to reduce his echo in that room that’s pretty hard everywhere. Looks like I’m gonna have to make some changes to my micro studio as well. Be safe take care and can’t wait to see you back on the blue

[@thepiratedoc4247]

Aha! The Linstrument is the source of the muzak! Neat tour - you guys have really done a great job making Clarity your home. If you'd paid for the labor you've done yourself you'd be over $500K for sure. Not for the faint of heart, or faint of wallet!

[@LeonardBrillon]

I noticed in the video you have SodaStream 14 oz canisters you can switch that up to 5 lb CO2 which cost less to fill than a 14 oz SodaStream canister. Perfect for sailing and over 80% cheaper. You can purchase the hose that fits on the sodastream and the 5 lb tank on Amazon. I plan on doing exactly what you two are doing love the channel

[@nickmerritt]

Great work both, love the set up. Two more weeks until ours arrives in Singapore, currently off West Africa on a ship. We’re right behind you!

[@rabukan5842]

Clarity is a beautiful boat, which you've turned into a customized "new" boat, with features that Leopard wouldn't have even thought about. This is nothing different from what people do with their houses. Is it an investment? Yes, in yourselves. It was also smart to do these things over time, as you really got to know your boat and understand what you wanted. I just did the same kind of restoration to a 50' MY, and the one thing I know is that as long as the hull(s) is sound, everything else can be repaired, replaced, or redesigned. I'm looking forward to following in your footsteps upon retirement in 3-5. And 2.4 KW's of solar... maybe in 3-5, electric engines?

[@robertadamsmetaldetecting6324]

Clarity has definitely transformed to a cruisers catamaran since you bought her. Looking really nice these days.

[@larrymeyer2917]

Worth following these guys, just nice viewing and knowledge.

[@stevel7465]

Hi Megan, who is the new guy with the short hair? We dont recognize him. LOL. Another great video and thank you for the cost break down. Really well done! Thanks for sharing. Cheers Steve

[@MurphysLemonadeStand]

Great walk through and I clutched my chest when I heard the final amount. Yeah... I will stick to my itty bitty boat. Annette really loves that you have a sewing room.

[@ocvegasproperty]

You guys are the best! God bless and Happy New Year!

[@TraneFrancks]

Very nice. Now, I have a budget of about 10% of your total thus far. I gotta tell ya that it's been challenging trying to arrive at a monohull size and configuration that will allow for diesel-fired hydronic heating and a ridiculously small genset to make sure the wife always has the power and hot water she needs. Homework continues.

[@TheOKellys]

It always looks like money solves all problems, but having done this with fancy boats and not so fancy boats, I can tell you that the "problems to be solved" in outfitting a boat are mostly self-invented. What one thinks one needs for a comfortable existence afloat and what one actually needs are two very very different things. What we have done with Clarity is pretty extreme. I hope we don't make it look like this kind of setup (and expenditure) is required to cruise happily....because that's simply not the case. Small, safe, simple boats are amazing fun, and a lot less work to maintain.

[@TraneFrancks]

@@TheOKellys Indeed and agreed. I'm mostly concerned with on-demand hot water. She won't be "getting onboard" if it feels too much like camping.

[@spiffdandy77]

Miss Canon beach. I wonder if the little import decorations shop is still there. We bought lots of stuff there like Tiki masks, wood carvings, etc.

[@RobDeHaven]

B - O - A - T Bust Out Another Thousand 💸🤑😎 Seriously though, you've maintained your boat like most of maintain our brick and mortar homes so it is an investment. I do wonder what fair market value would be for Clarity should you want to sell it? A friend of ours just sold their vacation property, they paid $600K and sold it for just over $300K. I'm not sure if they managed to get that much back in a tax shelter as we just learned when we sold our vacation property and didn't see any savings. At least we are left with our memories which most would argue are priceless. 🤔😃I am a pragmatist when it comes to stuff like this so my opinion is usually not the majority. 😁Happy y'all are enjoying the Oregon coast and being with your family! 🥳Next cruising season will definitely be an interesting one. 😐

[@TheOKellys]

Based on what we are hearing others are paying for L46s right now, somewhere in the mid-300s I would suspect. Maybe high 300s. A boat is only ever what someone is willing to pay for it. Financially speaking, boats are terrible investments, but also, finances are a rather anemic way of going through life.

[@dianegriffith3006]

Really like this video-Who’d a known what it takes to make up a home on a boat-fun for you both to have your own creative spaces! Cool!! 🏝🌻🏝

[@miked5563]

Love the professionalism of your videos. Watch out for sneaker waves and have fun!

[@Peter_Herrman]

Excellent info! I think I'll make a spreadsheet of all the upgrades and costs so I can properly compare boat prices of boats that are bare bones vs "outfitted for crossing". You know, like the ones that already have sewing and sound studios installed! ;)

[@TheOKellys]

Lol

[@Peter_Herrman]

@@TheOKellys, LOL, this popped up on my screen today! Guess you're making out OK on your sale!!! Woot Woot!!!

[@svharmony2024]

Good job guys. Lots of work but well done. Congratulations!!!

[@seanruffolo6083]

Thanks for the content as always guys - you seriously give me hope that this lifestyle is within reach for me!!!

[@apatterson13192]

Good to see the Mayor of Portland is enjoying his retirement.

[@williamjones3359]

So funny I bought a project boat and have her running and new canvas and windows. I'm in her under 6k We have talked about a liveaboard but as wife is still working her career and I'm retired my 31.5 is awesome for weekends and some week long runs. No around the worlds but lots of pocket cruses. We are moving her to Cathlamet WA moorage is good and easyer to run the columbia river have never done it before so a year there will be great!

[@TheOKellys]

That’s awesome. Yeh the money spent does NOT correlate directly with fun. We know exactly where you are and the Columbia is a lot of fun. Challenging too! Enjoy the adventure!

[@agc812]

I was instantly obsessed with the intro music. You mentioned Point Break, but it sounds a lot like How Soon is Now by the Smiths. It also sounds a little like Hippychick by Soho.

[@TheOKellys]

I am the son, and the heir.... though I always thought it was I am the sun, and the air..... lol

[@agc812]

The O'Kelly's I like your version better.

[@LivingHakuna]

Great video guys! that is a lot of upgrades :) we can't wait for 2021 update LOL .. Hope to see you guys this coming season be safe!

[@TheOKellys]

I hope we see you out there!

[@graemewoodruff9988]

Thanks for laying the total costs out for us. It’s obviously not as simple as buy the second hand boat and off you go.

[@TheOKellys]

No no, not usually that simple....but also not always this complicated either. There are a lot of "nice-to-have's" on Clarity. She's pretty dialed in at this point, but the truth is that any safe and seaworthy boat can take you where you want to go.

[@karaleeann1211]

Washing machine is NOT overkill and I still can’t believe Archer doesn’t have one on board with 4 boys 🙈

[@sartwelljl]

I hadn't really thought about it until I watched this video to understand that you bought your Leopard 46 from Moorings and it was a 4 Cabin version. I guess I had assumed that you guys have an Owners Version... but this is the part that I hadn't thought about.. i.e. Moorings doesn't run Owner's versions for their 45 and 46 foot cats... (they have been running the OV for the Moorings 4000 (Leopard 40)).... Having the 4 cabins has allowed you to customize the cabins (like with the Sewing Room and Sound Studio) etc.. But - do you ever wish you had an Owner's Version?

[@hunsadersrockinranch]

VERY informative, Thanks friends! From Florida!

[@oglaucio]

I wish we could find a Leopard 46 in 2023 for that price!

[@evankrhodes]

As always, great video. Thank you!

[@stimey14]

Great video. Love these and really appreciate all the great content. Would love to see a video on how you did the solar array.

[@TheOKellys]

Hey there John, thanks. We did do a solar video a couple months ago. Check it out on the channel!

[@ericd414]

Always good to see your videos!

[@soundbeings1]

Congrats - looking like one very tidy vessel guys - only what you deserve!

[@fxpthl]

I hope you kids hit the Lottery and soon! That is one expensive second home! Looking forward to seeing you back aboard and cruising.

[@patrickcoleman3]

Well I didn`t know Point Break was filmed there, although I must admit it looks nothing like Bells, been there a couple of times.

[@HoneyBunster]

Thank you both for sharing your wealth of information! While we love watching Vaga, Delos or Evans, you two are our go to for overall boat information, maintenance and tips - especially now that we are planning on buying a cat! I had a question for Meghan (as I understand she is in charge of this part of boat maintenance ;)) that maybe warrants a video: "How do you keep your boat ship shape in terms of cleaning?" I know you said you love natural products like vinegar and baking soda - what do you use each for?

[@TheOKellys]

Congratulations and thank you for watching, so happy we can help you get out here! Great question about cleaning maybe I should do a little segment about it. I basically use a mild dish soap with hot water for the floors (ideally 1x week) and then simple green diluted for stove, counters and bathrooms. Baking soda for the showers and diluted vinegar for the headliners (mold). Bar Keepers friend is great on bathrooms, galley sink, stove and fridge too. Good luck with everything hope we see you out here!

[@HoneyBunster]

@@TheOKellys Thank you for the super fast reply! :) A video would be amazing- I bet you think it's so simple but when you start speaking about it you might realise there is more to it. For the baking soda: how do you apply it? Just like Cif or something, in powder form? For Vinegar: how often do you do it and is it safe for most surfaces? Also, how do you wash your upholstery? Take it off and wash it or do you have some sort of steamer (perhaps you had one before and can recommend one for upholstery that cannot be removed)?

[@gfawnmeade]

Another quality video with great information. Thank you!

[@Schona110]

Love what you guys have done, looks beautiful.

[@cattiethecat4896]

Wow this breakdown was super useful...niceeeee ty 😄

[@washboardjim]

I Love the Sewing Room

[@craiggroves9770]

Nice work guys love the show!

[@kenman200]

Super inspirational Thank you 🙏

[@dereksafley]

Great vid! Thank you!

[@fthurlow]

Thanks for another great video, informative and concise. As a new cat owner I enjoy seeing all of the work you’ve done to yours and knowing the costs helps me to prepare for what’s ahead for us. I’d like details of your Highfield tender - what size and model is it? Thanks again

[@TheOKellys]

Thank you! And welcome to cat ownership! On the dink, we've got the 2019 380. They changed the bow locker a little bit for 2020...made it a single locker.

[@shelleyfleer9895]

Hoping to see where you store all your tools

[@shelleyfleer9895]

Hello Nick & Megan. We are looking to head to the water next year. Probably smaller boat than originally thought. Would love to see how you store tools and food.

[@TheOKellys]

Great idea Shelley we are provisioning now so we'll incorporate it into the coming videos. Congrats on your upcoming adventure, I hope we see you out here!

[@derekp6636]

Thanks for sharing, just need the banks to cooperate now :D

[@joesigdestad2576]

Thanks for the update, ex charter boats will be a money pit in general but do you think the “crewed version “ of the leopard from moorings would be any less of a money pit because it has been run and “maintained “ by a professional crew?

[@TheOKellys]

Charterboats are "fleet vehicles." They are generally well maintained, as they don't make money when they are not working. However, they do see a lot more cosmetic abuse from credit card captains who don't know how to handle them in tight quarters. Crewed boats are a different ball of wax altogether. A knowledgable captain at the helm who can handle the boat without bumping into things makes for a much shinier boat. And to be clear, all boats are "money pits": new boats just as much as old boats. Anyone who argues that point simply doesn't understand how boats wear, get maintained, or depreciate. And if you are in any way concerned about whether a boat is a smart financial decision or not, do yourself a favor and take up a different hobby...this is not the right endeavor for you. In fact, complainers should avoid this activity at all costs.

[@iliari09]

Love your boat. Thinking of getting one myself in the near future, I have a question, when you go back home (land home lol) how you keep the boat wood from getting damage do leave the AC running on batteries?

[@peterengel7885]

Have a good day.

[@thomasbrasse3145]

So let's assume a guy and his gal are going to do something similar and buy a Leopard or even a HEAVY LAGOON (*gasp) from a Charter company. Once I deal with those pirates and my survey work is identified, how long would I need to assume I need to plan for before I could be back in the water and cruising? I've seen your videos and you are great for sharing this detail and going full kimono for us, but given I would be essentially moving to the boat for part of the year, the timing is interesting too. Thanks.

[@TheOKellys]

Thanks first of all! Appreciate that. Re how much time? Lot of factors involved. But with stuff you see on our boat, it was six weeks drydock St Maarten, another six weeks in the water, then a handful of big projects over the next year and a half totaling another six to eight weeks. And then every year, at least a month of full time maintenance/projects.

[@davidreed9987]

Great video. Perhaps you could add on your podcast what were the make or break features of Clarity when you first bought her. For example, what were her engine hours (total and per year) and was that scary? As a charter boat they must have been high. If someone is thinking of buying an ex-charter boat what should they be wary of and what seems tolerable?

[@TheOKellys]

What a great idea for a video. Low engine hours is not necessarily a good thing...boats that don’t get used much are the ones that have more problems. Most charter boats, contrary to popular belief, are actually fairly well taken care of...these are a lot like “fleet vehicles” in that if they aren’t working, they don’t make money. So they get maintained. However, charterboats do get more abuse in terms of dock dings, furniture scrapes, etc. I’m generalizing of course, as all boats come with unique histories, like people do. Personally, I’d never buy any boat with less than 250 hours per year, and never one sitting for more than a year. Most of these Yanmars are good for 10000 hours or even more if they are treated well. My limit on buying a used boat would be engine time of about 7000 hours. But I’ve got more details to share....time to plan a video! Thanks.

[@davidreed9987]

@@TheOKellys Yahoo! Great info. We novices would have been scared off at 7,000 hours. keep up the great work. Love your vids and podcast!

[@bikerkiter]

Noticed that your bowsprit does not have a crossbeam splitting the tramp. Does one really need one or are the forces small enough to make it a non-issue?

[@haalik]

Thanks guys so much, I am thrilled to see in the nooks and crannies, How have you set up your lithium and controllers with your inverter, Have you looked at Caulders new alternator set up?

[@TheOKellys]

Not yet in detail. For now very happy to have separate banks. Glad you enjoyed vid!

[@paulstott214]

Bravo

[@ek9772]

A great video - like always 🙄. I would think some viewers might not understand what you have actually saved compared to buying a factory built Leopard. You have spent in my opinion your money very wisely, and in the things you actually wanted, and in the process you have increased the value of Clarity not just for you. A factory Leopard will still miss some of these options which are available only as after market additions. You should perhaps drive this point of savings further. To get into the water anyone is going to spend money. The question is how to do it wisely and to suit your needs. Changing tack here: your eyes seem to be doing better by the way.

[@TheOKellys]

Thank you. Would tend to agree of course. :). Yes, my eye is much better, thank you

[@jjaus]

I like that you made the bed king size, but where do you put your stuff? My bedside drawer has pills - prescription and over the counter, antacid etc - reading glasses, torch, plus on top lamp, clock radio, chargers, evening cocoa spot, middle of the night beverage, ear plugs etc. There's probably more, but that's from memory.

[@TheOKellys]

there is a shelf overhead, or just tuck it against the wall and mattress. Nightstands are nice, don't get me wrong, but prefer more elbow room.

[@seaward206]

OMG...somebody loves their soda stream!

[@TheOKellys]

Oh yeh we do!

[@seaward206]

The O'Kelly's Now I know why you didn’t go with the Leopard 40 ;)

[@JayBr61]

Were you a wood worker before Clarity, Nick? Finishes are very nice.

[@clarkharms]

I noticed you have a soda stream and are carrying a lot of their small and over priced cartridges. I switched to a single 20# cylinder and it is so much more convenient and less expensive. One 20# cylinder costs $21 and has about 21 times the co2. It may be worth looking into for your boat?

[@clarkharms]

I forgot to mention there is a initial cost to set up of about $300 but that is mostly for the cylinder core charge which is refundable. I buried the cylinder in a cabinet void so it is out of sight.

[@stevet5248]

Very informative video 👍

[@TheOKellys]

Glad you liked it

[@Lou_Zasil]

great video , nice editing

[@SalvoSix]

That's the Smiths " how soon is now " 🤘

[@jimd2343]

What did you guys do for a living? How do you make your money with all the sailing you do?

[@TheOKellys]

Hey Jim, there’s a video on the channel about that. From spring 2019 or so. Anyway, answer isn’t too glamorous.

[@SV-DEDICATED]

9:52 where all the magic happens !!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TheOKellys]

lol...and in bed, and in the cockpit.... thank goodness for laptops!

[@zillafunfun1576]

Great video but could you do one on your average boat speed in different wind conditions. I know this is a complex question with many variables, however it would be nice to know what the realistic speeds a cruising cat can do compared with a performance cat. For instance in typical downwind sailing, what percentage of wind speed do you make in light, medium and high winds bearing in mind that your cat is set up for living not racing and so you added a realistic amount of weight. It's the real world values that I think people would find interesting. In the meanwhile, keep on enjoying your life and making videos!

[@TheOKellys]

Yes, covered a bit of that in another video. Stand by one...

[@TheOKellys]

Here you go....think speed stuff starts in the middle. kzbin.info/www/bejne/laCxq6iDhNSlnKM

[@windmedic]

Amazing work guys. So inspirational. If only we had dogs instead of kids...lol

[@TheOKellys]

Lol. Hahahahaha.....don’t let them see that comment! Lol. Cheers!