Introduction to the sailboat that’s allowing me to explore the world, Maritopia. (Ep 1)

[@FaithsWind]

GREAT FREAKING JOB!

[@johnmosesbrowning1855]

For me it makes sense to make the boat work first and then make it pretty - as you do. Thank you for the video and always safe travels.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Oh boy, did I ever! Was on the hard for 9 months while I did everything on the exterior. Then spent another 18 months on the stuff I’ve completed…all while having a full time career. Thank you so much for watching!

[@gustyattaway6419]

Well done,thanks for sharing.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much for watching! I really do appreciate it and hope it’s enjoyable!

[@user-retsailor]

I'm a retired Navy engineer who owned a Catalina 30 for a few years, living on it and experiencing a wee little bit of what you are doing. I think you've done absolutely great ! It's easy for me to see how you've put together the solar electric system which, as I see, it quite expansive and it will serve you well. Anyone can see progress you've made from what you described as the start point with your boat. Keep moving forward with your projects as you can. I always say I'd rather try and fail than to fail to try. So yeah, boats are a major project always in progress. There's no end and it seems sometimes like there's also repairs to do and maintenance to attend to. Just keep the optimism and always remember why you're doing what you're doing. Take care and happy sailing.....

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much for watching! I actually enjoy working on the boat; seeing the slow progress of where she started vs where my hard work has taken her. You’re right, it’s never ending, though.

[@christophermartin3024]

From what I can tell, you really did the systems work right. I'm a professor of mechanical engineering, I've designed and installed two solar installations (one home and one marine), and I an amateur sailor. Thanks for sharing and thanks for the tour!

[@jmkenny]

You're install work is beautiful!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much! I’ve got a very long way to go, but it’s basically all cosmetic at this point.

[@LukasVannn]

I LOVE THIS. GO AUNT AMY.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you, Lukas! Love you very much! ❤️

[@chrissyacarroll]

It’s a BEG drawer!!! Love the video and I can’t wait for more to come.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Your wife has ruined you! 😂 Thank you, Chrissy Ann!

[@jimwaddell8163]

Yep enjoyed this waiting for next one. Thank You 👍

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you for the feedback! Will have the next one up later this week.

[@jamescarid3448]

Hi Amy, just found your channel. Very well done on your boat. Essential equipment first, looking spiffy at your own pace. Cheers.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you very much for watching! I’m loving this lifestyle! But also ready to start working on the cosmetic things.

[@stevelawrie9115]

Really cleaver setup for a live aboard Amy. You should be proud of your efforts and I hope you're enjoying it.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much! It’s SOOO much work! But for now, I’ll enjoy the actual cruising lifestyle. No more real projects into hurricane season.

[@edhilljr9515]

Congratulations on living your best life. You are an amazing person. Can't wait to see your next installment.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate you watching! The adventures are just beginning! The videos will generally be 3 or 4 weeks behind real time.

[@aquariusstacy]

This is so cool!!!

[@miker7808]

Great job! Authentic and down to earth relatable. Qualities that are lacking in the world today. Stay real.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much! I hope to always be this way. Why so many people choose to be fake is beyond me, because it just leads to drama.

[@sirkyoj1]

You are living the life. live through you while I am tied to my desk at work. I will buy a boat one day. Thanks for showing me your home. its very cool. I can see how good the exterior could be.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much for watching! It’s a never-ending work in progress. The deck should get finished sometime in the next few months. I’m so happy with my decision to buy and live on a sailboat! For my mental wellbeing, it’s been the best decision of my life. I was working a corporate career myself, mostly at a desk, too. If it’s a real goal, you’ll make it happen for yourself as well. Best of luck with getting to that stage.

[@johnnylightning1491]

Just a suggestion, there are 2 stroke outboards available in the US, they're just used. Most outboard motors don't ever get enough use to wear them out, at least in the US, and they are dead simple to fix. Typically the only things that go wrong with them are the coils go bad, the water pump impellers get hard and the carbs gum up. If you stick with the major brands parts are readily available. Something to think about for the plywood cabinets is Formica. It's easy to install, tough as nail and all you need is some Formica, some contact cement, a 3 inch roller and some covers, a J-roller and a trim router with a straight bit and a trim bit. All of the supplies above can be had for less than $100 or so. It's not nearly as tough as you might think and looks very good when you're done. Good luck on your travels.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

I had considered buying a used one while still in the states. It just never happened. I have now purchased a brand new 2 stroke, which I love! I love your comments about Formica! I’ll be doing countless interior and cosmetic upgrades while holed up during hurricane season.

[@Life-Dreaming]

Hi I liked your video thank you, I'm a wannabe sailor, who sailed a couple time in my younger years. You appear very knowledgeable and content with your SV. I did subscribe because I love watching the sailing channels on the weekends. Smooth sailing and fair winds. 😊😊😊😊

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so very much for watching and subscribing! I’m learning as I go, each and every day. Some of the things, I’ve learned the hard way. But I’ll continue keeping an open mind and learning every day. I’d never been on a sailboat until the day Maritopia went in the water for the first time. I was a wannabe as well. But I’m so happy that I’m now living my dreams!

[@accobra7515]

Am new to your channel ( now subscribed ). Hi from NZ 🇳🇿 . I really enjoy sailing content and following along on people's journeys. You have done really well. Looking forward to seeing more videos. Thanks 🍻

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

@accobra, thank you for watching and subscribing! One of these days, I’ll sail to NZ. It’s one of my favorite places on earth - especially Christ Church, which I have an endless fascination for.

[@accobra7515]

@@AmysSoloSailingAdventures NZ would be happy to have you visit. Are surrounded by water and many amazing beaches. Adventures of an old seadog channel has been here. As has Windhippe. 2 of the other channels I follow. For your 1st u tube video I thought was very good. Keep them coming. And onward to many Adventures 🙂🍻

[@brikler7717]

I have the same story, wannabe sailor with very limited sailing. Amy, your story is inspiring. Thank you for sharing.

[@curtisvillamizar6751]

Hi. I just subscribed because I like to see people entering the cruising life and it is alway interesting to see someone taking on the challenge on a very limited budget. Best of luck.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you very much for watching and subscribing! I’m absolutely loving this cruising lifestyle!

[@Seafariireland]

You have done a fantastic job on the boat so far. Some cosmetic stuff when you have the correct weather will brighten up the deck areas and you will benefit from the satisfaction of having a well finished job. One of the best equipped boats I have seen on utube. Congrats! SkipRay, Kerry, Ireland.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so very much for watching! Knowing I would be leaving the US and start cruising, it was a must to have function over form. But I’m at the point now where I’m actually looking forward to hurricane season, so that I can start working on the cosmetic side of things.

[@Lyte_Ray]

Lookin forward to seeing what you’ll do and where you’re gonna go! May you have fair winds and following seas!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much!

[@GabrielBarcelo-b7n]

great video

[@msneds1603]

Thanks for sharing your home with us. You have done an amazing job with your boat, I can appreciate all the hard work you have done to get to this point. Obviously you are mechanically skilled/minded, your installs look great and professional. Paint can wait. We have an old saying in the hotrod world, "Chrome won't get ya' home!" and neither will a fancy paint job. Let us know how things go, it's awesome people like yourself that encourage us wanna beez to hold on to the hope that one day we too might be out there on the beautiful sea. Thanks again.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much for spending the time to watch. Exactly! I spent 2 years working on the boat while still working my full time career. It was time to LIVE! Starting in the next episode, I’ll be sailing and exploring. I’ll continue to do so until hurricane season, when I do more boat projects. I was a wannabe at a point, too. But screw it, I wanna live my life!

[@prey4surf1]

Just found your first episode. I too, have an old boat with many projects that will come with time. SV Chrysalis is in La Cruz Mexico undergoing an extensive refit. Yay MARITOPIA! I like your improvements, you are saving that boat!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much for watching! I love my old boat. It’s like a blank slate that I’m able to do almost anything with. Good luck with your refit! Maybe our paths will cross some day.

[@msredneck001]

@@AmysSoloSailingAdventureshello, I watched your video about Fiona. Bery unfortante turn of evemts. I have a solid CapedDory 298 that I wanted to see if you woulf d like to have.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

@@msredneck001 wow! Thats a truly amazing offer. ❤️ While I so very greatly appreciate it, I’ve still got my other sailboat that I live aboard.

[@msredneck001]

@@AmysSoloSailingAdventures you are welcome. If you know of someone with the dream that wants a good boat cheap let me know. I kinda intentionally buried this message so the quick buck folks dont try to flip it.

[@johncurry6047]

Hello from the uk! Looks fine to me? a working boat, will watch your adventures with interest. I have a 30ft long keel yacht and love it.😊😊

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much for watching! I love my boat! And believe it or not, I actually enjoy working on her….most of the time. 🤣 I hope you’re enjoying your sailboat!

[@adamandrews2528]

You are my hero. 5 grand turned into infinite wealth!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

I love this life so much! Wouldn’t change a thing! There are countless boats like this that are on the lower end. Basically anyone can do it if they really want to.

[@DavidJohn-d9p]

G'day Amy, I remember when you were working on your boat in the yard and was really glad to see that your hard work has paid off! Keep 'livin the dream' mate. Awesome job on the electrical set up too!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much! The boat has come a long way since the yard days. I’m beyond happy, given my inexperience at the time, that I bought a boat that needed so much work.

[@wallymarienau3771]

So nice to see you out there. As you know I never had a doubt . It was super great working beside you in the yard and boy can i ever testify to your amazing hard work and never quitting. Looking forward to your adventures!! Talk with you soon

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much for watching the video! You were an inspiration to me, and I feel so fortunate to have been next to you in the boat yard. One of these days we’ll meet again!

[@davesmith3137]

Enjoyed the video tour. You've come along way since we met you at the Green Cove marina. It's fun following your adventures. Stay safe out there and keep up the good work! 😊

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

It’s been a ton of work over these last 2 years! But well worth it! Thank you very much for watching! I miss you, Carol & John!

[@carolsiu5640]

I really enjoyed your video! Please keep them coming!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much for watching! I’m so happy that you’re enjoying the videos!

[@velvetvideo]

love your spirit

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much for watching! I’m so happy you enjoyed the video. I am LOVING the cruising lifestyle!

[@montyforster3370]

Keep on truckin...err.. Sailin. Have subbed. Looking forward to as much backstory as possible. Landlocked sailor in Alberta.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Ha! I was in the trucking industry my entire life until giving it up in December. Thank you very much for the sub! I’ll try to remember to continue to give more backstory as I go.

[@captainmadj2149]

Thank you. So refreshing. You clearly have tons of skills and an awesome vision. Happy to subscribe and follow your adventures!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so very much for watching and subscribing. With the awesome adventures I’m having, hopefully I can keep up with enjoyable videos.

[@DerekThompson-t9u]

Good luck where ever u travel. Nice boat to start with. Keep up the maintenance & the boat will look after u. Cheers

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Maintenance is a very expensive word on a boat. 🤣 But I’m trying. I’ll be hauling out during hurricane season to do some more maintenance. Thank you very much for watching.

[@DavidJohnson-ff4li]

Nice Amy

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you!

[@geomarine888]

It's nice to see the vessel and the panel with the custom Name 😊

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

I love the gauge/control panel! What’s your website? I’ll prop it up in a future video.

[@DavidJohnson-ff4li]

Mine was $7.000. And no where near sail ready. But I manly wanted the experience. I had a streak of bad luck and had to move back to my hometown and back into renting again . So like I said in one of your videos. I’m heading to Nc this summer. In my Van vanlife finding safe places to park every night sucks made into a camper van. Being a minimalist a boat or roommate would be ideal for me. I’ll be 58 this summer. So Hopefully I’ll find a job soon after I get there. So hopefully next summer I’ll be looking into live abroad or maybe a long term camper in a camp ground. I can’t see renting a big space alone . Your videos just popped up today. I subscribed. Please pray for my new beginning this summer. Your home looks awesome Amy.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you for subscribing! I truly appreciate it! Nothing wrong at all with the van life! But I do wish you the best of luck getting back onto your boat!

[@zerofox7347]

I found your channel searching for SV Fiona. Im sorry to hear what happened with her. I love this pierson 36 though you should definitely keep her, You've done some cool stuff with her. Im subbed anyhow so ill follow.

[@SailinWithTrout]

Maritopia lookin great!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thanks! She’ll look more sexy when you help me get the nonskid on!

[@SailinWithTrout]

@@AmysSoloSailingAdventuresI’m comin I’m comin 🏃💨

[@montebarnhart2098]

Wow, your boat is a sleeper. So much tech stuffed into a Pearson 36. Amazing! You will do great.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you very much for watching! I’m a big proponent of tech; especially when it has to do with living off grid, and the battery system.

[@kirkbewer8663]

you did so great!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you very much for watching! I really appreciate it. And I’m happy to hear it wasn’t so boring. 😜

[@kirkbewer8663]

@@AmysSoloSailingAdventures I just bought a Cabo Rico 38! I’m excited yet terrified!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

How cool! Congrats! I love that it’s a full keel! It’ll be SOOO much more comfortable than my fin keel! Those were my exact 2 feelings, all at the same time. So I know what you mean. But it’s a huge step just making the purchase.

[@bluebusmms]

What a great succinct tour of your boat. I've just subscribed and also enjoyed your most recent video. I'll have to catch up with your other updates quickly.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much for subscribing! I’m happy you’re enjoying the videos. Hopefully I’ve gotten a bit better with the editing as the videos progress.

[@sailingscrimshaw4781]

Hi Amy!!! Checking out your videos.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you for watching! I promise they get better as I go. 😁

[@markph0204]

You should be very proud; I'm impressed what you've done and only can assume what you had to do to get this boat ready. ⚓💙

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you very much! I’ve still got a long way to go, but I’ll get the boat back to her full beauty. It’s been a very challenging, but nonstop learning experience. I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

[@DouglasCampos84]

You did an amazing work on this boat! Congratulations! Time to receive the rewards!

[@DouglasCampos84]

The only thing I would do differently is use the aft bed

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you very much! I’ve got a long way to go with her still, but I’m sure enjoying the adventures right now.

[@chrisgarrand8695]

This is outstanding!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you! Crème cookies and all, eh?

[@chrisgarrand8695]

Even the cookies. You're living a life many of us would dream to do, but are too afraid to try. But you don't scare easily, little sister. That's just one of the things I love about you.@@AmysSoloSailingAdventures

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Damn I miss you, big bro! Our conversations over lunch are one of the things I miss most. You’ve got to be the smartest person I’ve ever known, who I greatly respect. So your comments mean the world.

[@julierawlins5984]

Loved the video. I can see that you have done much much work on your boat. It would be interesting to hear about how you decided on this boat. The history of the design etc. Where you are right now if you care to share that. What your plans are for the boat and destinations that you would like to sail to. How much boating experience that you have would be interesting. Sorry for the laundry list. And I agree with Johnmosesbrowning that it is better to take care of the seaworthyness of the boat first before making it pretty. Good Job!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much for watching! I’m happy you’re enjoying the videos. I’m in Long Island, Bahamas right now. Getting ready to head down to the Raggeds. Not entirely sure where I’ll go for hurricane season - probably the DR, PR or Guatemala. These are some great questions. At the end of the next few videos, I’ll do my best to answer them. I’ve got your questions saved, as well as some others that have been asked.

[@misterrick9734]

Well done! Thanks for the tour. Don’t blame you for heading out and enjoying yourself.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much for watching! I spent so much time working on the boat that I was to the point of forgetting to enjoy it. The cosmetic stuff will be done during hurricane season. Which lets me fully enjoy living the dream at this time. 🤘

[@msredneck001]

Well done!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you!

[@jeffmercier1974]

I just watched episode 5, I'm a new subscriber and new to sailing, cool stuff, I'll start from here ✌️

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much for watching and subscribing! I was new to sailing only 3 years ago myself. I wish you the very best in your own journey to enjoy the seas!

[@gloriahesafan]

Wow im impressed, Im at the moment looking for a sail boat to live aboard and solo sail round the world, all my life i have wanted to, seen a few 35 to 40 foot i like but they wasnt perfect for me so the hunt continues, watching you doing what your doing makes me very excited at the future, the video is perfect even down to what you take with you, nuts, bolts ect thank you for this, I cant wait to get my sail boat and never know we might cross paths one day, happy and safe sailing xx

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it. Don’t give up your dream, you’ll find one! I was looking on Craigslist, Boat Trader and Facebook multiple times a day for almost a year before I found Maritopia. Yes, I’d like that! Sailors are such a cool community of people!

[@gloriahesafan]

@@AmysSoloSailingAdventures I have viewed a couple now, but still looking and no i wont give up, I need, i want this x

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

@@gloriahesafan nice! It’ll eventually happen! 🫰

[@richardcranium8408]

Gad dang! You got a sweet ride. Paint topside can be applied anywhere, so good on you to get out there. A suggestion (as you asked for), it’s always wise to take a few wraps of chain around your cleat even though you’re using a chain hook. It’s an additional safety measure to protect your anchor winch if something accidentally lets go. Fair winds!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much! And thank you for the suggestion. I enjoy learning from others with more experience. I do always wrap the chain around a cleat that’s directly in front of the windless. I may have just not shown it in the video. I agree, no way would I want that much stress on the windless.

[@richardcranium8408]

@@AmysSoloSailingAdventures, if it means anything for you, I’m a sailmaker and also have a LSZ-1 onboard so if you think I can help, just give a shout.

[@Amycolo1]

I’ll do that, thank you! 🤘

[@alanabroad3471]

You've got more storage than my house!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Hahahahaha! I do have a lot of storage space. But it’s all smaller spaces. And I generally have to dig lots of things out in order to get to whatever I need at the time. It comes with the territory, I suppose.

[@Captkris24]

Great job!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you very much for watching! I truly appreciate it!

[@seawench555]

Hey Girlffriend, ok I'm doing a video marathon of ur vlogs, let's get busy!!!! 👍🤣loving the electrical work, good job. I'm actually impressed with ur knowledge of the boat and systems, u can never have enough brain matter filled with important stuff.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much for coming back to the channel! ❤️ I’ve had a ton of questions on my electric system. At some point in the near future, I’m going to try and do a video dedicated to going over it in much more detail. I think I’m pretty good with the mechanical aspects, and I’m also never hesitant to learn.

[@seawench555]

@@AmysSoloSailingAdventures it's a pleasure to watch an listen to people, that know what their doing and talking about. U go Woman!!!

[@eskokoskenranta6280]

Quite a lot of electronic gear you have on your boat, did you install it all by yourself, amazing what you have worked on your boat. Br. E

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Yep, I’ve done everything myself. I have a hard time trusting that I’d get quality work from someone who isn’t as invested in my boat as I myself am.

[@SamuelKTennis]

That appears to be a lot of solar, good job. just ran across you on the algorithm - if you 'can buy a 2-stroke' where are you at the moment, may I ask?

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

With all the research I did, I went with twice the solar wattage as the battery amperage. 1200 watts solar, 600 amp/hrs battery. It’s been a great combination so far! Probably a bit overkill for just me, but I’d rather have too much than too little. I’m in Farmers Cay right now, headed south to Georgetown, where I’ll be able to buy a new 15hp 2 stroke. I’ve got a bit of tunnel vision at the moment, because this 20hp 4 stroke is such a burden.

[@curtisvillamizar6751]

@@AmysSoloSailingAdventures Have you considered electric outboard? The Rigging Doctor you tube channel aka Sailing Wisdom (the boat name is Wisdom) has used one and loved it. I've considered a Torqueedo since they are very easy to buy in most places. The smaller ones (up to 5hp) have removable battery (buy a second, charge one while using the other). The larger (up to 25hp) have separate batteries and get very pricey above 9.9hp (not cheap at that size either). I sailed engineless on a smaller boat for a long time but now might buy an electric and share it with the boat (23ft) and dinghy. Mostly the boat since I generally row the dinghy (a hard dinghy - one that rows - and won't poke a hole and deflate).

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

@@curtisvillamizar6751I thought about it. But compared to a gas outboard, they’re super expensive still.

[@curtisvillamizar6751]

@@AmysSoloSailingAdventures I'm not sure where you got the 2:1 solar watt to battery amp idea. Boats with electric auxilliary often have 10-20 kWh of battery (10-20 kWh is roughly 200-400 Ah at 48V which is equivalent to 800-1600 Ah at 12V). One rule is that you get 4-5x the kWh of charging per day per kW of solar on a sunny day (5x in tropics). So 1200W (1.2kW) is 6kWh per day on the best days. Your video shows 6 12V 100 Ah batteries so that is considered 300 Ah at 24V or about 7.5kWh so a good size. They are Battle Born so Li-ion so you can draw it down low and use 80% of that on shady days so you have about one days battery storage (or a day to fully recharge, 2-3 or more considering you'll be drawing some load). The more battery the better. Li-fion doesn't care about being recharged gradually over days like lead acid does (which might be where your "rule" came from). On the down side more battery means more money and you need to find a place to put them.

[@sthtemp2]

Cool, Amy. I 3specially like your electrical setup. Why the seperate router for VPN?

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thanks. I’m beyond happy that I spent the time and money on the electrical system! I use the VPN when I want to see something other than Atlanta news & TV. All Starlink dishes in SE North America link through ATL.

[@iainnicholson4399]

Awesome

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much!

[@jhkoerner1080]

Great informative video, really don’t have any constructive criticism except I’m not there. Fair winds, good friend.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you for watching! Come on down! The drag queens would be happy to be all sparkly for you! 😜

[@AntonioGarcia-sb3le]

God Bless You!

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Thank you so much!

[@meligoth]

Will you still consider my idea of installing cannons?

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

I promise that there will be cannons in one of the next 2 videos if you share the video with friends.

[@robertlaird6746]

I really like your swim platform. Adventureman Dan did the same thing. I would probably rather have a mechanical windvane system and a half swim platform combination because the windvane is so useful especially as a backup to your auto helm or visa versa on long passages and basically never breaks. You should get some spare belts for that as they do end up breaking every now and then. I bet that you wish that you had a proper gambled stove and oven combination so that you can bake things. I don't blame you for stopping the work and setting sail. I also would much rather have a two stroke than a four stroke outboard. Suggestion on paint color for your deck. I'd go with white because any other color that you put on will burn your feet. You can do that anytime as long as all of the stuff that matters is done. Any plans on upgrading to a different boat latter on now that you've sailed for a few months? Did you get any sponsorships on any of your gear, what did you do for a career before deciding on going cruising full time and how long do you think you can cruise for before you run out of money if you don't mind me asking? What all came with your $5,000 boat? A lot of that stuff looks brand new.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

At the time I was building Maritopia out, a swim platform was a requirement for me. Now that I’ve sailed for a season, I’d rather have a windvane. But the swim platform has been amazing! I like the gimbaling stovetop that I built. I wouldn’t use an oven if I had one. But I do have a pressure cooker, so that makes up for not having an oven. No sponsorships, but I also haven’t tried by reaching out to anyone. Yeah, the nonskid I have is white….i just haven’t put it on. lol. Been too busy enjoying the cruising life. A new boat….hmmmm? 🤔

[@From_Refugee_To_Yacht_Owner]

Your boat is well equipped. What is your next project ?

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

It’s getting there. 🤟 But still quite a few things to do. I decided to take the entire cruising season off from projects, and actually enjoy the boat. But the projects will start up again as soon as I’m holed up for hurricane season. The first thing on the list will be to replace all the port lights. Then paint and apply nonskid to the deck.

[@From_Refugee_To_Yacht_Owner]

@@AmysSoloSailingAdventures I feel your pain about having a break. Otherwise it defeats the purpose of sailing. I have done the same thing for a while. I did non skid just in the cockpit and it made a big difference since was the area where I would spend most of the time while outside. I will be looking to watch your progress.

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

@@From_Refugee_To_Yacht_Ownerso you understand what a crazy slow process it can be. lol. In the meantime, without nonskid, I just wear dive booties that have a good grip. Thank you for following along!

[@From_Refugee_To_Yacht_Owner]

@@AmysSoloSailingAdventures oh! Yes, tell me about it. Fair winds

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

@@From_Refugee_To_Yacht_Owner likewise! And following seas!

[@DrewWilliams-m6c]

You were right the first time. It is the main sheet

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Not sure why I continue to say them backwards. I know the difference, but it always comes outta my mouth wrong.

[@fredgarvin5964]

Where are you?

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Currently in Eluthera Bahamas.

[@mikegarrity8178]

Still alive?

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

I think so. 😜

[@chrissyacarroll]

Why is it posting as Chrissy….dammit??

[@AmysSoloSailingAdventures]

Ah! NOW I get it. Stop logging into your wife’s social accounts! lol.