Now the works can officially get started! Meet our new location! - Sailing Yabá #6

[@DeanCoker]

I restored and sailed wooden boats for 30 years. People would walk up and say "Isn't that a lot of work?" I'd say "If it was work I wouldn't do it!" Make every day of your adventure a celebration! Best to you both, everything you do brings a smile to my face and 30 years from now you'll feel the same I'm certain.

[@Vidar.m]

Isnt it a lot of work replacing the keel

[@loganjohnson3589]

Hello Dean I see we are fellow wooden boat lovers I never had time to learn to sail properly all my resto's were power boats. But i still know how to calk a plank .Or take a wave proper .My first was an 8' dingy my last was a 53'Cris Craft .

[@craigwin3685]

These foolish people don’t even know what things are called on a boat.

[@loganjohnson3589]

@@craigwin3685 Hey cranky craig why don't you go change your diaper you might feel better.The whole world reads these comments SO the WHOLE world knows you are FULL of it You wouldn't know your Fo'c's'le from your Mains'l.

[@samwickline6483]

I just don't add a problem to a problem.

[@Jane_under_a_tree_with_a_book]

This is a Brazilian Tourist Schooner. It is a motorboat and rarely uses sail. It is highly unstable in rough sea and can only hug coastlines in fair weather. It is designed to give tourist parties short island-hopping tours. This one has a rotten hull and keel. My advice: beach it somewhere permanent, and offer wonderful 'hotel' accommodation type services. It is beautiful to look at and safe out of water.

[@RondoGlobal]

Jane that is what you would do but you are not them nor are you their parents, so thanks for the positive feedback, not.

[@Jane_under_a_tree_with_a_book]

@@RondoGlobal ​ Are they children that cannot speak for themselves? They didn't mention that you are their mouthpiece with the right to shut down other people's legitimate comments. Interesting saviour complex you have going there.

[@RondoGlobal]

@@Jane_under_a_tree_with_a_book Your response is predictable, if you have nothing nice to say then don't say it. Go watch another channel and spread your negativity elsewhere, leave the kids alone.

[@RondoGlobal]

@@danielsalas9201 same goes for you negative nancy

[@RondoGlobal]

@@danielsalas9201 Read again Daniel - beach it somewhere permanent, and offer wonderful 'hotel' accommodation type services. Jane is essentially telling them to scupper their dream and make it a stationary hotel. That is a ridiculous comment and it is negative.

[@craigwin3685]

This thing never had any former glory

[@brucephelps6245]

Very much enjoying the grand lady yaba & your journey to refit and transfer her into her former glory !!😊💖 keep up the dream to sail her & live the sail life at sea!!🗺👍 exploring the world and each other !😊😉❤....

[@trailingarm63]

Watching Yaba emerge from the water reminded me of the riverboat being winched uphill in the movie Fitzcarraldo (1982). Europeans going mad in South America - a warning from history! Hopefully you'll enjoy a better outcome.

[@brucebaum1458]

Well all I can say is you’ve made a lot of happy people when you bought this boat, especially the previous owner and the ship yard and of course the ship wrights who well be spending the next couple of years replacing most of Yaba with new materials, this will be an epic rebuild looking forward to the trials and tribulations.

[@marktracey387]

I agree Bruce....a big refit and testing times ahead ..I hope it goes well for Yabas..

[@shanevillis4079]

Definately a good couple of years work.

[@EngineEngineer]

@@shanevillis4079 defo not a couple years if you get your act together, all framing and planking can be removed and replaced if a few months with a few on the job.

[@shanevillis4079]

@@EngineEngineer the biggest thing you can take away from your comment is "if you get your act together" mate, and I don't think these two have anywhere got that IMO. And I know nothing about anything they are going to try to do. Like most,I'm an armchair warrior.

[@CemeteryShop-yg6gi]

Of course the doggo is your most loyal fan.

[@glennjaggard7065]

Wow if only you knew what a journey you both would have with Yaba now nearly 3years and still up on land but what a journey it's been you where very lucky in having Nezo to do most of the wood work I'm still trying to work out she didn't sink maybe she knew I'm coming back to life again

[@frederikfaillie2393]

Even though the carpenter has given you bad news, don't let it get to you. Carry on! It might be taking longer and it 'll cost you more, but the reward and satisfaction in the end will be even greater.

[@MrGeenonzin]

Fijn dat je eindelijk aan de reparaties en opbouw van jullie boot kunnen beginnen. Ik volg jullie met veel plezier, Ga zo door.

[@koningbolo4700]

Caillou low tide explorer and adventurer extraordinaire...

[@Sircraig7963]

Hi Crew,, Yay "YABA" is hauled out , and now you will find all the big jobs that need to be completed, so you can transform her back to a strong safe reliable vessle .... So no more sad faces 😪🤪 ,, cos now the adventure really begins... Here is your chance to put your mark on "YABA" , to make her your home ,yes it will take a lot of work ,, so put your smiling faces on.. 😁😊 and jump in with both feet ,,, it will become the best days of your lives . Good luck with everything , give her your best, and do a wonderful job . Much Respect from Down Under

[@MooMan1374]

Ha! Yes, we told you it was going to be a big project and I'm sure we all will love vicariously living through you as you adventure forward through the struggle and into the bright day when she is all fixed up and ready to take you places. Jai!

[@yonatanbenavraham6598]

Capibara is the worlds largest rodent. I have seen a few in South America. I love your dedication to your boat. A perfect schooner with low masts and lots of room. Wishing you two health, wealth and good fortunes with your ship. Only the best wishes from the Galilee in Northern Israel.

[@murraykriner9425]

Thank heaven's the cruise to your workshop wasn't any longer than necessary with the debris that was clogging the pumps. Even hugging the shoreline you could have lost her before getting to shallower waters. Best wishes.

[@svlamancha9877]

Great to see you safely up on the hard. Looks like you are going to need lots of tea on this project😁. I suspect much of the centre line timbers will need replaced. Frames repaired and a ton of planking. Every thing can be fixed just needs time energy and cash. Looking forward to following along. 👍

[@OddLifeCrafting]

I'm jealous (Duca) of the final Jump on the ocean!!! In two weeks will be one year since my last ocean "splash"(kitesurfing). hehehehe Hopefully over Christmas break we will do it again!!🤩 Glad to see you guys at home and ready to start this new chapter!!!🤩

[@SailingYaba]

You have to get in the water soon! Hopefully the holidays will give you some time to go to the sea 🙏😊

[@sebastiangamerproplus2731]

It will be cold where I live in Canada

[@carolinalatour5652]

tienen que buscar una playita y disfrutar de una dia de relajacion!!!! tomen un descanso!!!

[@reasonandsciencecatsboardcom]

@@SailingYaba How have you guys been able to get so many subscribers and viewers in such a short period of time?

[@Turkishmath]

@@reasonandsciencecatsboardcom People are curious about large condemned vessels and what will happen to them. They seem likeable, but seems the youtube algorithms have favored them

[@jerrydutra3225]

Love the early video

[@clayvagnini5523]

It's gonna be an adventure for sure. But, you have your apartment close by, you're in a proper shipyard, and you have a workable dream. Outstanding!

[@brokerhc]

For those scared about the cost of repairs. Labor costs in Brazil are a fraction of those in other countries. Wood is an abundant natural resource in Brazil and these shipyards have been doing this type of work for centuries.

[@dfgjhdj]

i've been wondering which shipyard they're using and what would it cost to commission a new boat.

[@keithcarpenter9938]

Truly very interesting to see the boatyard.

[@garrylycos4795]

WoooHooo you made it. Im happy for you Congratulations.

[@100Jeanluc]

Hi MP & Ben, I'm glad that its you guys doing the work, the enormity of the works needed to get Yaba seaworthy would be too much for me. But as with any job small chunks at a time eventually becomes the biggest. Goodonya.

[@c.douglaslyon9949]

Let the work begin. I have faith in you getting it back in perfectly buoyant state.

[@werewolf5674]

I'm excited to see you get started.

[@harolddomangue9206]

Ben here is a word of thought if you need to take your boat on shore again get the measurements of the bottom of your boat so you can give the measurements to the crew building the cradle or trailer this will making it easier for them to get started.

[@sjp52047]

The first two things I would have done, you are doing. Sand the hull will tell you the "real" story of Yabá. And thanks for the planned tour. I've been waiting for that from the start. We all look forward to your adventure. here's wishing you great luck!!! Regards, Solomon

[@VenturiLife]

Given the state of the rotted planks, not worth trying to salvage any of those planks, remove them all. Examine the condition of the frames as they are much more important to the structure, and the keel.

[@heidienglish9385]

You guys are so precious. Go for your dreams. I don't know you of course, but I just love your attitude MP. 🤗😊 Makes me have hope for humans during this pandemic.

[@SailingYaba]

Thank you so much for your kind words Heidi!!

[@operator0]

I figured that boat was going to need a lot more work than you had guessed.

[@craigkaschan4822]

Mate they have no idea. I just hope they pull it off.

[@jakedewald]

Yeah, I'm no shipwright, but I've worked on hundreds of houses, and when you see rot like that... Making it something nice again is on par with starting over. I've done it for people who have enough money and motivation. It takes oodles of both though.

[@Curiosity-NZ]

Ships cats and Shipyard dogs are always the best of friends as long as each respects their own space. Yaba looks good, even with the issues she has. Yaba is now in a good place where she can be repaired to an as new condition. Take care and stay safe everyone. From Suzie and Robert on S.V. Snow Maiden. We won't be too far away as we watch your journey.

[@georgesims6339]

Good luck guys cant wait to see yabba sailing

[@stulynn2005]

Keep your chins up and don’t let the wood get to you. Ya knew what you were getting into, for the most part, hopefully it’s not gonna take you to long. Yaba looks great on the water

[@carlthor91]

You are close to the good wood supply. You have a huge replank and frame refit ahead. I will be following closely. Best wishes ❤

[@togray619]

It's easy to see that Yaba is a proud lady even on dry land.

[@therickman1990]

A rotten lady. Just look at the bow and keel timbers... there's nothing left. A cheap and badly build boat that probably has never seen maintenance

[@SteinVarjord]

@@therickman1990 Hey, look, a naysayer! They are strange animals. I wonder what could ever make it happy...

[@extremelydave]

The HULL!!! Wow, that looks like SO much work!!!! I think you will fix up Yaba just in time... I think she was close to gone!!! I hope you two don't worry about looking like KZbin pros.... just let us enjoy watching you as you go on this journey and get better over time. Duca and Roberta have had a lot of practice to be as good as they are. We like seeing the REAL you.

[@terrybull1043]

Beautiful boat ⚓️

[@koningbolo4700]

Yabá has even become a feature on google maps in her second location on the eastern slipway...

[@oakleyutter2750]

Saving Yaba

[@ssmith5650]

MP.....u are ADORABLE !! I’m glad I found u guys. This will be an interesting adventure in how it turns out. Many stressful and overwhelming events will occur I do believe the two of u will get through it. God bless you. And MP ... you are a slice of heaven 🤗🤗🤗

[@fulltimevanlivingandoutdoo4136]

Keep smiling MP!

[@loganjohnson3589]

Hello Ben, Hello MP ,Hello Yab'a .I am so happy all three of you made it safely home ,I was so nervous for you ,even thou I knew you would be ok .I would imagine that you two are still unwinding at home and catching up with your friends and showing off Yab'a to them .After all it is a milestone event in this great adventure .I would like to ask you to tell us all some time what type of wood was used in the making of Yab'a ,and where the name Yab'a comes from .Thank you for sharing your adventure with all of us .till next time, clear skies.

[@SailingYaba]

Hello Logan! That video will be very soon! You will find out a lot of Yaba 😊

[@loganjohnson3589]

@@SailingYaba O my gosh I wasn't expecting a response so soon or at all thank you so much though , it makes me feel special to get a response like this .I don't know why but for some reason of all the boat videos I have watched of people doing what you two are doing has struck a cord with me .I feel excited and filled with anticipation waiting for your next video .You are the only one's I have felt the need to ring that bell so i do not ever miss the next episode. Sorry, I just never seem to be able to make a short response . Till next time may your day be filled with wonder and your nights be filled with peace.

[@carolinalatour5652]

Que linda playa que tienen cerca.... dios que envidia poder dar esa zambullida en el mar... hace decadas que no voy al mar.... la ultima vez fue en Mar del Plata.. 17 años casi... luna de miel jajajajaja

[@glenpeters955]

A huge task is ahead of you but one that is well worth while. I'm looking forward to watching all your future posts. Stay safe and keep well.

[@sheilamrum8132]

🙂🙂😎😎

[@bestfriendsrving-sailing8329]

Ben you are both hard workers and very gifted. Keep it up and smooth sailing after repairs.

[@DougVarble]

Find the hidden Dog! That was the best, great video!

[@andyjf717]

Great job guys! You got this!

[@SailingYaba]

Thank you Andy!!

[@marcvanbiesbroeck7276]

Hello ! Depuis la Belgique, je vous souhaite bonne chance et surtout beaucoup de courage dans cette aventure exceptionnelle ! Je suis certain qu'avec de l'abnégation et de la persévérance, vous arriverez à rendre son âme à ce bateau. Certes, vous aurez probablement des coups durs, du découragement, envie de tout laisser tomber, mais comme vous avez la passion, je suis certain que vous arriverez à concrétiser votre rêve. Bonne chance encore !!!

[@vincentwesolowski459]

Congratulations on making it to the ship yard. I’m looking forward to the renovation of your vessel. Fair Winds and Following Seas!

[@mendepen1]

Hi MP and Ben it's so inspiring watching your series! We just bought a Steel Klipper in the Netherlands, and are repairing it to make it our home. Every Sunday night after the work on our boat we watch your episodes! Your progress and determination inspires us :) Good luck, and keep up the good work! Rosa and Menno

[@InspiredJJ]

I can’t figure the English translation of “yabá”, what does it mean?

[@srcastic8764]

I have a feeling the cost of repairs is going to end up exceeding the cost of purchase before you even get started on mods and upgrades, which is what will really run up the costs.

[@justincruz8352]

Oh to get this boat back in good health will cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. Didn't they get the boat for free?

[@srcastic8764]

@@justincruz8352 and it seems they are totally clueless as to what they’re doing.

[@chriswatts1412]

They invented fiberglass for a reason.

[@glennimber8175]

Oh dear, this looks a bit serious, I thought Roberta and Duca had a challenge but yaba looks a lot lot worse being wood... Got to admire your enthusiasm and the fact you want to Save her.. a long road ahead but one day your dreams will come true! As you said you're home now and that will make a world of difference.. Looking forward to this a lot and good luck!! 👌

[@evangmu8082]

Hi there, Yabá is spoted in 1277, good luck with the rebuilding ! ;-)

[@sergiovideoclip]

It will be great to see the restoration of this beautiful boat, it will become the queen of the seas, I send you a greeting and a hug from Italy ... so ??? good job to you;)

[@butingtech2695]

This is were the fun and sweaty part begins.. Best of luck to you guys..

[@davidharlem6824]

Yaba Daba Do!

[@hairyferrit]

Love seeing the traditional style of boat lifting still being used. It will be treat to see the full extent of the work required and how the rebuild is achieved. Good luck

[@CruisingChrisCraft]

What an adventure! Great video guys.

[@2212db]

I'm looking forward to seeing Yaba beigh brought back to life. She's a beautiful boat but needs a lot of love. I spent the first few episodes thinking wtf are they doing, but she'll be worth it in the end. Good on you for keeping her alive.

[@johngilchrist1224]

gee that timber keel is in a bad way, you are going to be very busy...... All the best guys crack on ; )

[@matthewkeating6970]

i lived in santa barbara off coast 2 years with a wood boat the only thing that would keep it afloat when bilgh pump stoped was the 2 empty gas tanks built into each side of the hull.

[@spaceace9680]

A wing and a prayer becomes real life project - give us an overview of initial budget prior to digging around the hull --don't worry ya'll got this

[@chuckm.5032]

You are both incredible - this restoration will be long and challenging and am looking forward to seeing all your hard work. Enjoy the process - a boat is never done - but the sea is calling and some day you will return to her.

[@geraldwills4392]

question

[@kman-mi7su]

You two are brave! Taking on an old rotting hull boat to fix. I wish you well and I hope it turns out better than you could ever imagine it.

[@paulfinnigan3562]

It isn't very old, as it was built in 2007. That's why I was surprised how rotten the timbers are!

[@RondoGlobal]

@@paulfinnigan3562 The water will do that and from what they said it has never been hauled out for regular maintenance, ergo rotten wood. A bit of scrubbing and some paint and it will be good as new.

[@paulfinnigan3562]

@@RondoGlobal scrubbing, paint and probably a lot of new timber too!!!

[@georgebenetos6853]

WELL DONE GUYS 👍👍👍👍

[@joaoricardo1603]

Muito legal conhecer vocês, moro no Rio Grande do Sul, mas minha família mora em Itajaí e navegantes, foi demais saber que estão aí., Boa sorte, torcendo por vocês, abraço

[@sidimes2227]

Hi Guys, I really love every aspect of your project. the boat, the idea, the way you repair and handle the boat. Even the comments are entertaining . Keep up the good work.

[@tinkmarshino]

man that is one big guinea pig! Well.. The fun is over.. now the sweat and hard work begins.. Good luck to you.. it is gonna take a lot of "dosh" and a lot of elbow grease to get this baby back on the water.. But it should be well worth it when it is over.. hang tight.. see it through.. as soon you and ODD will be racing in the Caribbean.. Carry on y'all.. stay the course! and of course.. Merry Christmas!

[@kranzonguam]

Wonderful! It's always a surprise, finding out how much there is to do. But then, it just is a list to check off milestones, until you are sailing free! When you get depressed about how much there is to do- remember the story of the fisherman who caught a whale. When asked "How do you eat a whole whale?" the fisherman replied "One bite at a time!" Keep chewing!👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@SuperSnaky]

Hey there, In every big project there is a lot of good and bad news to come your way. Yabá is a diamond in the rough, that has the perfect 2 people to polish her up again. We wish you all the best, Regards, Gijs and Trudy.. Ps it is not that often that you see a capitain happy that his ship is on the hard.. In your case however... I can imagine you were😁

[@warrenpeterson6065]

You have a massive challenge with Yaba and I look forward to living the experience through your episodes. Best wishes Ben and MP from the west coast of Canada!

[@risasb]

I like the "can do" spirit in these shipyards, where every scrap might have a job to do -- reminds me of my farming days. __()__

[@patmclean1951]

Congrats on the safe arrival. It would be great to know what the carpenter has outlined for you on your quest to revive Yaba. best of luck on the big adventure, your carpentry skills will improve massively over the term of the project!

[@mig-ij6mg]

Just a quick note, in Portugal gambiarra is a source of light, just we can realise how the portuguese language can be so different, so Portuguese from Brasil quick fix from Portugal form of light that we use at wrk places usually

[@bugsternc]

hello young people, indeed there will be a lot of episodes to do on the restoration of your magnificent boat, a lot of work awaits you, I hope for you that the keel is not to be replaced because it has me look very tired ...... you are young and full of hopes and you have in your hands a fabulous boat, take care of it, there will be moments of joy and moments of doubt but in the end you will not keep that good times crossing the oceans ..... I wish you lots of happiness

[@bishopmakings9205]

You are funny! The pier or your back. I wish yall lots of luck doing the work on the boat and the journey. 🥰🥰🥰🥰😎

[@roymiller4813]

guys please include a boat tour

[@gavinferguson]

google earth is great... i found your boat yard goodluck hope yuo get the patreons need to rebuild the boat

[@jimgagne4484]

and it begins ,, like a tour of the inside be for hand

[@stephenmurray9850]

a boat tour will be epic.. bring it on

[@heyjer8000]

You guys looked very clean at the end - I'm sure Yaba will 'wash up' just as nice. Hopefully KZbin views will help you buy a lot of wood, it worked for Odd Life! - Good Luck, I'll be watching from Toronto.

[@jeffreyrobinson5769]

It smells here is that you ha ha your game mate I love your attitude to life it's there to be enjoyd

[@rammcascante2191]

one question though: Have you considered of just rebuilding Yaba with all the original hardware, bits, and bobs (and restored or fixed if necessary) since majority of the visible wood has already gone bad?

[@didnot6961]

Looking forward to seeing more videos on your progress, be happy and stay safe 🇬🇧🇵🇦👍

[@fernandolrocha]

I liked to see that they like animals. This shows great character. Good luck on this return to Yabá's life.

[@fhagerber4079]

I am from odd been watching from the beginning love your boat can wait for the next video. I am from South Afrika Pretoria 600 km from the sea see you on the next video

[@sheilamrum8132]

😎😎😎

[@prroperlyprrofessional5524]

Me too! (from odd life crafting and Pretoria)

[@fhagerber4079]

@@prroperlyprrofessional5524 cool centurion

[@MiQBohlin]

Aye m8’s, it's fantastic to see your enthusiasm and joy! With a girl like MP this can not go wrong. She will be a strong motor for both of you when work gets tougher. 🛠️

[@wrayjordan7188]

She’s in good hands and can’t sink now!! Who are those new people in the clean shirts?

[@luvpussey]

I’m looking forward to seeing your project and following your dreams and your journey keep safe both of you looking forward to the next video

[@carolinalatour5652]

Yaba es hermosa!!! esta un poco maltrecha , pero esta goleta, con lineas hermosas, volverá a resurgir como un Fénix. que bueno que tienen su lugar cerca y podran recuperar energias mas rapido. Fuerza !! esperamos muy complacida y ansiosa los videos de la restauración de Yaba. da pena ver el deterioro en la parte inferior de la goleta, pero lo mejor sera verla mejorar cada dia. no se asusten los primeros pasos son los peores pero el resultado final va a ser ÉPICO!!!

[@diogod1801]

MP e Ben, vai ser uma jornada épica. Espero que em breve Yaba esteja na agua, e que voces passem por essa fase com alegria. um abraço.

[@johnskedgell405]

Looks like a great place to go swimming! 😦

[@acblack1032]

Good Luck you two, she will be a great ship once you finish her.

[@williamwright2183]

Work Work Work !

[@DG-jq7il]

I am so glad you are starting on your next leg of the journey

[@Vidar.m]

Needs to be deconstructed and reconstructed

[@gregmirr]

Hope this boatyard , lumber , new Masts , sails , rigging and labor are cheap as your boat hull looks it needs a complete rebuild . The schooners I've seen all have keels is this an ocean going boat or just a liveaboard for putting around in the harbor ?

[@ktown4852]

Will this journey have a great ending? Can’t wait to see the adventures. With faith, hard work, and determination make your dream a reality.

[@SailingYaba]

We will make sure it has a great ending 😁

[@UKPete]

Another great video. thanks for making it and sharing it. It's going to be very interesting project I think. I wish you both and Yabá all the best of luck!.

[@rohantherockwiththerocketh7871]

I can hardly wait to see you guys getting into it and starting the re-hulling. Once you have the re-hulling done along with recauking done you'll get your second wind because all of the hardest part will be done and you'll see the difference!