Paid $57,000, 5 months later valued at $225,000!

[@AlluringArctic]

I want to elaborate on the amount of work and "was it worth it", even though I said I probably would not do it again, yes it was still worth it and we definitely don't regret it! Next time I would maybe try to have 2-4 months more time to be able to work in a bit more relaxed pace. But this time we were limited on time as we wanted to try and make it up the US west coast before the winter (did not really happen in the end though..). The boatyard period just quite insane, managing so many different boat projects at the same time is very taxing. What you might see here on the YT videos is people doing one task at a time in an organized manner, but in a real "total refit" you're actually juggling a hundred different things at the same time (especially if you're in a hurry). And with both of us also working remotely at our actual jobs, it was just a bit too much. Each day was pretty much the same: breakfast, boat work at least until dark, then a microwave meal and laptop work until late in the night.. Anyway, after these projects Lumi is ready to float, even though we still have a lot left to do! :) This is for now the last video of the refit series... Next up is actual sailing, woohooo! If you're new here, make sure to check out the beginnings of this project: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqK7hoiofr9-o6s Other than that, thank you for watching! If you want to support the project on Patreon, check the site here: www.patreon.com/alluringarctic

[@christip20]

I’m so excited for this part & it’s going to be cool watching you guy’s sailing in the States!

[@davidcox8961]

Congratulations on the good work and the splash. If you are on the neighborhood you might consider stopping in Port Townsend, WA on your way North. You'd be well received.

[@skydivejumprope]

There are just a few other notable boat 'refit' youtube channels worth mentioning. Tally Ho and Expedition Evans. They're both awesome, like you.

[@eugenio1542]

Better than new and tailor made for the artic. Very well done 👍✅

[@stevet647]

@@skydivejumprope Expedition Evans documented their refit very well and 100% if those two were not who they were then it would have failed 3 or 4 times over. Man they did a lot of hard work and showed the sweat and tears. If you are looking at a cheap yacht refit I would add to the above two "Odd Life Crafting" and "Sailing Lady Africa". All of them had partners that worked together and all are young so can enjoy their work. I bought my first boat having been refitted 3 years earlier by the previous owner. Turned into me finding dodgy repairs, figuring out what they had done, working out where everything was and fixing the boat in many beautiful places while my ex (she looked great in a Bikini) was enjoying the life. Sadly I was on a Boat owners (Poor Man's) budget sailing while she was on a Champagne Cruise (with the rest of my money). Before starting these projects make sure your both on board because there is no private space on a yacht and it will show people at their worst. I bought a 40ft Mono 5 Months. Next boat I was smarter and knew what I wanted single and took on Yacht Hitchhikers to island hop or save the cost of flights for an adventure, great people but you spend days getting them ready to do nights and they also need their hands held a lot. Anyway I got tired of being third wheel (couples) and there is no private space on a yacht also having a scuba cert does not mean they can be left unsupervised on gear I provided, deeper or wreck diving was out unless it was "prepared" A 42ft cat awesome yacht (bought the male mold, rigged, with engines and finished it myself onshore not in a boat yard) ended up selling it 6 months later as sailing home would take too long and I didn't want to train more crew, had to import it to sell it too... forfeit Anyway I guess yachting is not for me only got 1/4 of a lap done in three boats and now getting too old (fat) at least I have never used a life raft the last one was close... Fair Winds and following sea's also beware of the Mermaids find one that swims with you 😉...

[@paulbrouyere1735]

If you’re still together after this project I would say mission accomplished.

[@nooneanybodyknows7912]

What many fail to understand is the amount of knowledge and skill necessary to pull off a project of this magnitude. A minority of individuals have a matching skill set necessary for completion. To understand where you're positioned on the know-how scale is paramount. What the two of you accomplished in months, may take years for less knowledgeable individuals. I salute your knowledge, skill set, and the sweat equity both of you applied to this project. 👏 🖖

[@lashellstrong85]

And I appreciate your comment ❤

[@leifnilsen6107]

Very true

[@geraldhenrickson7472]

Almost everyone understands and appreciates a job well done. Commenting on how "many fail to understand" is a sweeping generalization that applies to any specialty. Most know their limitations and if not....they soon will if they undertake a large project like this. While knowledge is a good thing to possess...it is the skill of "working smart" that allows a refit in a short amount of time. A compliment really is best "paid" to someone without it costing others. Food for thought.

[@nooneanybodyknows7912]

@geraldhenrickson7472 It isn't a sweeping generalization. It's a fact.

[@harrymills2770]

The project was much more affordable for this couple than it would be for someone with less expertise. It could still be done by anybody, with enough money. That's why I live like a church mouse! I know I need to hire people to get most of my repair work done, around the house and on my vehicles. Even things I know I can do, a professional does in much less time and much better. And that's OK. I get paid well in my chosen profession, too, and it all kind of balances out.

[@propylaeen]

I’m in for monitoring aluminium sailing boats for a couple of years now I can tell you could get way over 300.000+ easily now for a fully refitted boat with working systems! Theres so much trash on sale for about the 220.000 mark now costing 150.000 a year ago… And aluminium boats selling quicker than quiking and ieqing plastic sooner or later earth fill floating buckets. You did everything right 🎉 celebrate yourself a bit and may consider a more stable backup system like a fully SSD based non rotational parts on board raid server for the archive load plus two mirroring M2 work drives… Data is your income system! … you are officially my favorite sailing channel right now cause you are the only one doing it with a proper zero through hole aluminium expedition style sailing tank. Great job, great decision making zero to none decorative nonsense no food porn no building four years on a shipping container home with zero additive value. You got somewhere, you achieved it, you did it with your own hands, you deserved it, you are not sitting on your mums and dads couches you are living inside your believes that’s honorable to the fullest extent! Great love and thank you for sharing otherwise my life on the couch would be much mor miserable you managed to push some glance and substance through the self replicating foam of bullshit of the current times. Now make your audience pay for all your work and expenses and go on with your fabulous journey ❤❤❤

[@FrancisDrake-q3j]

I helped the previous owner drop the rudder on this boat. I had my boat at Napa Valley Marina for a re-fit too, years ago. Took six months. The French Surfboard...as I recall, is how the boat was originally described/called. Very unique. Can't say I liked the standing height of the salon. Glad to see her back in the water.

[@PreacherwithoutaPulpit]

I for one thank you for being so candid and honest about taking on a project boat. As you said there are what seems like hundreds of channels now of people taking on these project boats and I won't say they're dishonest but they do leave out a lot of the details about what this takes to accomplish. I'd imagine that in most of the cases the amount of money for new parts and the time it takes to get it all done are not really being disclosed completely. When you figure your hours which we all have a very finite amount of and no one knows for sure just how many they have left the cost of doing a refit like your's and others is truly astronomical. The amount of sheer determination and suffering, yes suffering, a project like this requires should never be underestimated. There are quite literally hundreds if not thousands of failed projects in boat yards and marinas and that's one of the main reasons behind those same facilities no longer allowing live aboard project boats to be birthed or dry docked in them. To take something like this on takes a special type of person and mindset. Now I'm not trying to dissuade anyone from doing this if it is their dream but you must know going in that this is neither easy or the fastest most affordable way to get out there and live your dream. You can find older built like tank vessels in the 28' to even 38' range that are both affordable and pretty much ready to go. With compared to something like you've done here really no work at all to make them truly seaworthy and ready to provide you with a safe and stable home on the water. Sorry for this book of a comment but I just felt I had to both commend you and support what you've said in this video. You and your lady are truly inspirational in what you've accomplished and the fact you're being one hundred percent open and honest about it is amazing. I truly wish more channels like yours would do the same. So thank you for saying what needs to be said about this new craze on KZbin and other forms of social media as it really is like the new get rich quick scheme. This is not easy nor is it affordable without things like sponsors supplying free or heavily discounted gear and materials. So if you decide to attempt something like this make sure you are committed and able to see it through with all of the funds, time and amount of sheer back breaking labor these project boats will require. Fair winds, following seas, safe travels and God Bless...

[@FuntimesCA]

You took what would probably be a 12-24 month refit and squeezed it into five months. The projects you tackled would have stopped many people from finishing the refit. You guys did an incredible job! 🎉

[@DRB68]

Great to see someone working on a recyclable boat rather that a GRP that ends up in landfill and pollutes the ocean with micro plastics... well done guys,

[@klasandersson7522]

This have been project worth its name and no misstakes, I don´t even want to guess how many houres you have put into it! And as a verry late tip: If you need to grind, cut or saw aluminium again, use wax (beeswax or petroleum based) on the blades or discs. It will make for easier cuts and extends the life of the tools,discs and blades! Fair winds and following seas!!!

[@donnakawana]

Yes... Yes

[@Somemaysayso]

But why get it valued? Are you selling?

[@JamesValentineKohera]

@@Somemaysayso for insurance purposes, I think.

[@SteifWood]

Really nice to see you two again. So impressive you didn't abandon Lumi for second time in her life. I'm overwhelmed by Sovhi managing to work fulltime on her dissertation at the same time she put in fulltime grinding old paint and grime. I've tried something similar myself but had to toss in the academic towel. Kudos Sohvi.💃

[@ATAP...AnotherTime]

I find how humble you two are amazing. The boat is simply priceless because of both your time, soul, and hearts

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

It was pretty much priceless before also. Old boats are plenty, every boatyard has at least a good couple of those, but those boats in deed worth putting in work and assets aren't. Lumi being an obviously well built aluminium hull with still good, worthy spars and serviceable engine made her worth putting all that effort in for those two, last not least because they built exactly what they wanted, doing some work they would have done with a "better" one also (deleting throughhulls, p.ex., or lithium-upgrade with electrical overhaul - absolutely crucial with aluminium hulls). Anyway, as a boatbuilder I usually advise people to buy the most sailable, most "ready" boat to go sailing asap. Making a living out of other people's refit projects is showing a lot over time. "Being worth it" was usually a thing for famous boats with a history worth half their price after finishing the overhaul, or for very specialized boats the owners wanted in exactly that configuration like they wanted Lumi. The average production boat with conventional rigg and average outfit though is best bought as good as possible.

[@albertfunk1176]

You have masterfully solved the project in an amazingly short time. That's the way for both of you; I take my hat off to your success.

[@naemasufi7588]

yep

[@mboyer68]

The welder guy was using what we call a "one pound spool gun". Instead of the wire coming off a spool in the machine and traveling down the lead, it's a little spool in the torch handle he's holding. MIG welding aluminum is hard because it goes on very fast so you have to move much faster than welding steel. He's very good! Aluminum gets really hot really fast too, and the heat travels much further than steel. And for some strange reason, I love the smell aluminum mig makes. That's a really nice boat! And because it's aluminum even in scrap condition it was still valuable. Great job!

[@thomasschwarz8876]

At least you two did a great job. In case of boat problems you know every inch of ypur boat - this is a big profit.

[@jimspriggs999]

Its nice to see some real honesty on KZbin.

[@petewilliams4289]

Well done on noticing the Garcia, an outstanding bluewater boat from an equally outstanding company. I can only imagine the excitement when you noticed her or realised what she was.

[@mortenpetersen3338]

You guys are really hardworking and knowledgeable. Fun to watch.

[@BodohYono]

After giving them 200 dollar they didn't even say thank you

[@Steve-qn8gn]

@@BodohYonowhy would anyone give people on KZbin any money, boggles my mind.

[@PINKFL0YD-s2h]

@@Steve-qn8gn I bet you use others log in details on Netflix etc because you don't understand why people pay.

[@neila484]

@@Steve-qn8gn maybe it’s a fake gift?

[@Mike_hocksbig69]

I can't believe you gave $200 to some people literally bragging about making $225,000 lmao

[@saulzain1957]

Sweat equity is always undervalued because it's a labor of love! You'll enjoy the sailing experiences and that's priceless! 🤠

[@lyndababy]

Many congratulations to you both, and to your helpers for completing so much hard work. I've spent plenty of time living aboard and maintaining an older boat, so I absolutely understand the magnitude of your achievement. May you and Lumi see many wonderful adventures and many miles of majestic waters.

[@mwcinci]

This project has been awesome to watch. You guys put in an unbelievable amount of effort in this. Who cares what the value of the boat is, it's your home

[@kevlarandchrome]

Congratulations! You two pulled off an absolutely Herculean task most people simply could not do. I'm so happy to see you getting back in the water, go enjoy your refitted home, I wish you fair winds.

[@hp7033]

After plowing my driveway in the -27C winter; I caught this latest video of yours and settled in to watch while warming up my toes. I enjoy these glimpses into your lives and commend you both! Thank you!

[@geraldhenrickson7472]

Just when I was wondering how you two were doing...this video arrived. You have turned your time and effort into a new home anyone would be proud to own. Thanks for taking the time to show us this welcome update. I am really looking forward to your upcoming adventures. Congratulations and smooth sailing.

[@sdcofer52]

The hours the two of you put in to this refit, at a minimum (very quick estimate) could be one full woman year, 2,080 hours. A boatyard might charge an average of $75/hour (this is probably low) which is about $156,000 in labor costs alone. I'm sure you spent more than $100,000 on materials and equipment. Again, it looks like a great job, and by doing this you know your boat intimately. Bravo!!

[@davidc6510]

Another great Alluring Arctic boat refit video. The progress is amazing. Never underestimate the cost of your own labor. For 5 months x 4 weeks x 7 days x 10 hours = 1400 hours x 2 people = 2800 x $30/hr = $84000 and this is a low estimate considering your are also not paying taxes on your own labor. The base $56k plus all the equipment supplies, the welder, and living costs the $225k would appear to be fair if not low compared to a turn key refit by a contractor. (remodeling anything is not cheap in the US). What a great project - you both put your heart, sweat, and treasure into making beautiful Lumi. Thanks for sharing!

[@simonsi787]

I like how your so honest, alot will not see a 10 minute fix turn into a 2 or 3 hour ordeal.

[@jannepeltonen2036]

Anybody who has ever attempted a 10 minute fix will know that though :D

[@jackdbur]

You lucked out with getting a valuable boat in pretty good condition and invested a lot of sweat equity and money into it to bring it up to great condition. You and Sovie should be proud of your efforts.

[@obxarms7685]

LOL, I don't know about "luck". Not too many people would have the patience for that boat at 57,000 dollars. They MADE this boat happen by sheer force of will.

[@markusandgreta4941]

Mammoth amount of work. The two of you should be very proud! A complete transformation.....Lumi is beautiful. Looking forward to the tour, your future projects and passages. Well done.

[@guitaring1]

Nobody seeing this video and seeing the HUGE amount of work - very skilled work - you did on this boat could possibly think it would be easy to refit an abandoned boat and flip it! Fantastic work! Wow!

[@Scramasax]

I was really considering of buying on old "Linnakevene" from the FDF auction and turn it into a pleasure boat, as I'm very familiar with that old army transport motorboat type. That particular boat is actually our neighbour at the winter storage as we speak and I even met the new owner! The amount of work and money you would need to invest for refiting something like that, will never pay up. Then again if you build something for your self and you do not have plans ever to sell, things become very different! The new owner is planing to sell the boat as it is, so I still have time to reconsider... ;-)

[@dont-want-no-wrench]

can see the big amount of work you guys have put into it is obvious- looking forward to posts when the trip starts

[@johnwest7993]

A boat that can make your dreams come true is priceless.

[@nickbenfell4327]

So very true and this Garcia yacht is an exceptional design. There is a saying that a boat finds you - very true in this case.

[@yvesrogeat2559]

Awsome !! Huge respect to both of you !!!!!! Hope this did not damage your relation. And thanks for your intelligent comments

[@Mark-sp6vq]

This man has so much patience. Good for you!

[@skaraborgcraft]

Nothing more expensive that a cheap boat. Thumbs up for watering the birds. Dont know how you handled the heat, must have been/is brutal.

[@MaShcode]

Having worked on many house restorations the question, was it worth it, always comes up. It all depends on the long range goal. As far as value goes a home, like a boat, becomes more about maintaining and appreciating its value over time and less about the cost of making it seaworthy and functional. Short term pain for long term gain. ❤

[@MrMilothedog]

Unlike homes and land, boats rarely appreciate in value.

[@metagoat]

I think this video is evidence of how boats can rise in value - with a lot of work and money.

[@metagoat]

Land is only different in that is usually requires no effort to appreciate in value - everybody works but the empty lot. For the solution, read Henry George!

[@schoonergee5741]

That's an outstanding body of work you've completed. Congratulations to you both

[@charlesnash2748]

I have a friend who was given a boat that had sunk at the dock. He literally cut the deck off the hull at the deck-hull joint with a chain saw , lifted the deck off, pumped the water out and put the boat back together. After a full refit, he sailed to the south Pacific and back to the west coast.

[@philipmoores5202]

As a landlubber with no sailing experience, I have enjoyed your videos in your previous boat. But this project has been something else, you have both done a brilliant job and I will look forward to your voyage up the Pacific and through the North West Passage.

[@drdon7363]

You have accomplished a huge amount in a short time. Well done. These projects are "worth it" for other reasons than monetary gains.

[@joswai1]

Thank for your videos, your work and, I insist, your honnesty! It is so good to watch humble people like you. You were part of my inspiration to leave for 2-3 years around the Atlantic and now that I am back on the ground, I am just happy to watch again boat stuff like you do! So, again, thank you very much and all the best with your wonderful project!

[@billhadden7219]

I'm always impressed by what the two of you can do. Sophie is such an amazing woman to have at your side for these days. I can't wait to see it in the water and maybe catch you as you sail through Canadian waters. Fair winds and gentle seas but many additional adventures to come.

[@blucheer8743]

2 ways to think about it, there is book value and replacement value… with inflation you won’t replace that boat with 225,000.

[@leeinnes7127]

You should both be very proud. All your hard work paid off.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Well done Dudes. You achieved an awful lot in such a short time and now have a boat fit for purpose. Looking forward to your adventures up north.

[@gregbowl2426]

What I like the most is the understated attitude and approach to the refit, the sailing, the effort. I don't watch sailing videos that depend on clickbait, contrived drama, idiotic and naive acting...I guess I really don't watch any. Thousands of miles of solo bluewater, more of deliveries, I'd sail with you guys.

[@jimmyccam]

Great project and you finished! It's not about the money. This is the boat you wanted, to fit your needs for your type of sailing. It's brilliant. Now you will go and sail north. which is what you planned all along the way. Fair winds and good luck. Enjoy your hard earned trip north. 😀

[@flossey100]

Well done to you both. One good point in doing a renovation is that you know your boat both inside and outside ❤❤❤❤❤

[@AussieMaleTuber]

Congratulations from the NSW Out Back in Australia. I am a long term subscriber who looks out for new videos from the lovely and talented Sophie, and yourself Sir. I really enjoy any details from your boat tours. Your arctik equipment and sailing considerations are also of great interest. Thankyou again for your fantastic channel and what a beautiful and functional ship the two of you have created!

[@tonychantun]

your English and explanations are crystal clear. Congratulations for all the work. The world need more people like you. I started to watch your videos since the first (?) project in Iceland.

[@lenwhatever4187]

First, when you turn right and are passing the Comox Valley (should you go up the Georgia Strait) wave and say 'Hi". The Comox Harbour (as opposed to the marinas) is not a bad place to stop. About the whole buying a used boat deal. I agree for the most part. I think there should be an addendum to that though, be willing to sail her the way she is if she is seaworthy. The number of people who have paid more for a "turn key" boat and then turned around and spent the price of the boat over again on "up grades" is amazing. If you really want a new boat, get a new boat. So yes, buy a boat that is "ready to go", then _go._ do not stop and do some work first if it is not needed to make things safe (and no this does not mean you can replace all the nav gear or similar, that would mean the boat was not "ready to go"). Finally, sorry about your data drive. That must be very frustrating. I was looking forward to more rebuild footage but I know things do go wrong. So good job so far and keep it up.

[@andygardner3610]

You have saved a wonderfull boat and you have made it your own...this is priceless. Much respect to you both

[@keithfrench5626]

I won't hold you for an inability to make it work "financially" but I do believe you are on your way to your future, Fair sailing. For me a watcher. you guys did GOOD!

[@BrassLock]

Your description of the parallel lives (both continuing your normal remote work whilst refitting) you both led during this insanely fast refit was a recipe for a *_relationship breakdown._* Congratulations to both of you for managing crazy lifestyles and keeping your relationship ❤ going. Don't ask me how I know anything about the effect that _"working your ass off can jeopardise a relationship."_ 🙄

[@2212db]

It's good to see you away from the boatyard and sailing again. Hope to see the full tour of Lumi soon, and an update on your sailing plans

[@Liofa73]

Looks like Charlie did a good job. Nice welds.

[@teddybearisms2505]

I think you were right. I think you got a good deal on a boat due to the former owners neglect. That said, i hope you guys use it for many years, and when you do sell it, you have a decent profit to move on from there.

[@roadboat9216]

You guys are doing an amazing job. You did very well buying this boat!! All welded aluminum is the way to go. You have an incredible vessel here. Where are you doin the work. I lived and said the bay area for year. Taught sailing for Club Nautique. Many hundreds of classes. Great sailing. When I went cruising out the Golden gate, I turned south! Ha ha. Mexico, Panama, Caribbean, Atlantic. See you on the other side!

[@jeffatkinson3288]

Make sure when you get to Alaska to stop in at Seldovia near the tip of the Kenai Peninsula. I would live to meet you guys 😊

[@hughburgess4168]

Utterly flabbergasted that you have brought this boat back to life. Unique combination of intelligence, practical skills, and perseverance and love of sailing. May you have health and happiness to enjoy her for years! ⛵️

[@PNWwonder]

If you stop in coos bay I would love to buy you lunch! The boat is looking really good, you guys look a little tired. Excited for the next chapter!

[@voornaam3191]

Ah, wondered where you got this weird accent. Suomi! I'm Dutch, and in summer 2016 I met the BMW Motorrad dealer and his wife from Türkü, on a ferry. They were on their way to the Mediterranee. Are all Finnish people that awesome? You do like going somewhere. Nice ship. And wise to move those gib rails, those are often, ehm, weird. One tip: do check the rigging, stainless steel stays get BRITTLE when it freezes a lot. They break! You need rusting iron stays. And grease them. Of course you know, please don't forget this. Do check Henk de Velde sailing his yacht Campina, he did the north east passage. Interesting is, he stayed on board during arctic winter. An old man, but a real man. You'll have a tight schedule, still I recommend seeing Henk de Velde. He is famous for catamaran world record attempts, solo, arond the world, during 70's, 80 and 90's. And he lived in Finland when he was 25-ish. Good luck, good Christmas and good new year.

[@michaelnewman2133]

You guys are amazing! I thought it was very good of you to think about the Ducks and Geese too!

[@robtjaco7452]

Please reveal source of keel problems. I was crewing a brand new Ranger 37 when the bolts holding the keel to the hull let go. Due to some wise other crew we figured it out before the starting gun.

[@ArtHelm]

Great job. Only 5 months. That is so much work. And are you two still talking to each other? 😂😁😁

[@pinky2245]

So much hard work, but it paid off for both of you! Great job!

[@dirkdevries888]

What a nice job you have done in a few months. We recognize the situation. It took us four years to get our boat ready and we are very happy with it. We just started on our trip to the north. Maybe we wil sea each other in the future ⛵🙏

[@michaelsenior7858]

At least you have something to show for all the money and hard work you put in and of course increased the value of the boat exponentially..unlike most of the other KZbin channel's DIY boat projects hardly ever increase the value of theirs......

[@taffythegreat1986]

You’re right. It sounds as you both made a lot of money. But when you add in the cost of materials spent and your own time. You probably broke out even. You now have a great boat 👍👍

[@michaelhoran407]

Kiitos oikein paljon. Hyva jolua. Thank you very much. Merry Christmas. You can be very proud of what you accomplished with your grueling work.

[@MarkkuRantalankila]

I really wish you both GOOD LUCK in your future journeys. Your videos put me in a good mood every time. Your channel is on top on my KZbin list!!! Terveisiä Pohjan Torniosta!!!

[@ImTheDudeMan471]

With your future northern passage in mind, I think knowing every system construction, assembly and condition is worth your time and money.

[@tipenemason8421]

As I was surfing the net I saw this, so I decided to pull up and observe your marvelous brilliance on display. The project was super amazing and the task at hand laid before you is priceless!

[@ricecoffee3968]

Any restoration project that you do yourself is worth the time and effort irrespective of the cost. If you had to pay others, as you say would financially cost more than buying a new boat. What you have achieved through all the hard work is something that is more valuable than money. Thank you. Happy sailing.

[@boathemian7694]

Wow good job. I eliminated all through hulls on two of my boats, never regretted either.

[@stephenhenion8304]

Follow your heart and Convictions, what else would you do??? Hard work speaks for itself. Congratulations and lots of Smooth Norwegian Sailing...its great to follow along with you both!

[@frankandrews58]

Sophie is an absolute gem, what an amazing achievement for you both and I can't wait to be following your adventures. I don't think I have ever seen anybobody traverse the very, very north of our world by sea (didn't even know it was possible!) so really looking forward to your adventures. Incedible so far.....

[@ThunderboltDragon]

@@charonstyxferryman it's the same name, just alternate spelling/version of the Greek name Σοφια

[@frankandrews58]

@@charonstyxferryman Sorry, she is still amazing.

[@knawl]

Just to see what happened, I did a Google translate of Sohvie and it came up with "sofa". LOL. No offence intended,. Except maybe to Google translate HaHa. Wonder what it would do to my name? By the way the name means wisdom

[@wideawaketotruth5301]

It's easy to see you are really good people. Thank you for taking the time to create this production.

[@swerne01]

I think a better comparison is to a new Garcia. They have discontinued the model you bought but their current similarly-sized model the Exploration 45 sells for $840,000. Obviously you couldn't sell yours for that much but the two of you basically have professional boatbuilding skills and you have made this boat just as seaworthy and reliable as a new one. If you had bought a new one you wouldn't have expected it to perform any better or be any safer than this one (once your checklist is finished). So to me this boat in many ways is just as good as a new boat. By the way I can't tell you how impressed I am with the two of yours energy and dedication. You make a great team.

[@promacpic]

Great job doing most of the restoration & refit yourselves. Not only have you saved a tremendous amount of money on labor, but you’ve gained invaluable experience & an intimate knowledge of your vessel & all it’s systems. You’ve both worked your tails off for 5 months. Now you’re living your dreams & enjoying the fruits of your labor.

[@bradsquirrel7923]

Congrats on the huge refit. I look forward to watching you complete it's long sail through the Northwest Passage That will be an epic voyage.

[@michaelnigbor697]

I think you absolutely did the right thing, regardless of the money. You now know every system on the boat better than anyone. Should anything go wrong in the middle of nowhere, the best possible person to fix it is already onboard.

[@JustinCaseSolarPower]

Very nice video with a great reality check for you viewers as to what it took to get this fare. I would think you still have a big list of things that need doing when you have more money. 😉👍

[@jaydewitte2958]

It's only worth as much as the next person will give. When it is going to be your forever home, then it is invaluable. You guys are great. Sailing Parlay is a good channel, too, for understanding everything involved.

[@mariannewinkelman7255]

Thank you for sharing, I think most of your followers are in absolute awe of what you’ve both achieved. Congratulations!! Fair winds and thanks again for sharing the adventure with us. Kind regards from 🇿🇦

[@obxarms7685]

Wow, you guys have some serious PATIENCE!! WELL DONE!!

[@72chargerse72]

Many people try to do what you did but "life" has a funny way of interfering with those plans. That can cause you to lose the motivation to continue. Many of these project lay half completed untill someone cuts them up and scraps them.There was one such example near me until recently, someones dream sat abandoned for over 30 years untill she was cut up and sent to the landfill. She had beautiful lines. so sad .But good on you to be able to complete your project. She looks really nice.

[@nautichunt84]

Totally agree project boats are probably not going to save much money but the way I see it is that I will know every system on our boat inside and out. Also it's a good way to build a boat that's personalised to the owner. It is definitely alot of work though. We have been doing a refit on anchor for the last 18 months with the occasional short trip out to break up the work

[@Cabinlab]

The boost in operating confidence gained from rebuilding / refitting equipment is a significantly underrated point

[@rohanchapman4159]

Beautiful job on a lovely boat, you've given it a new life. Good luck to you both

[@skycop56]

I watch lots of rebuild videos and yours is the best I’ve seen. The skill, knowledge, and dedication you have is unmatched. Hope you have smooth seas and following winds!

[@kevinbugden7995]

You now have a boat that you know inside and out and can take care of any issues that come up. You could spend twice the appraised amount for a fibreglass boat not capable of the NW passage. You have created a true passage maker. Well done both of you.

[@climberclimb]

Awesome work!! Looks fantastic. Looking forward to seeing it on the water. Cheers 🇨🇦

[@jaycreature3893]

I got tired just watching this video from my couch. Great job

[@sailingyachtmagnum]

The first time Ive heard anyone talk sense regarding the amount of time and effort is involved in buying project boat your also the only couple Ive seen complete the work to a high standard rather than just bodging. Well done to you both you deserve to have the boat of your dreams

[@scotimotti]

I have never been on a sailboat and I know nothing about boats or sailing, but the courage, endurance and skill that both of you exhibit is inspiring and impressive to me.

[@SMAAirAssault]

You know this guy does tig welding all day long. He is so used to using a pedal that his leg is automatically just going. It's a hard habit to kick sometimes 😅

[@dont-want-no-wrench]

hard drive might be recoverable, hope you still have it

[@ars_longa_vita_brevis]

It´s obvious, how much work went into it. Everybody who has renovated a car or a house can clearly see, how much work it really is. And there is no such thing like completion, ever, with such projects. I watched just because I never want to do this and I like other people suffer a bit. Every great thing you do in life needs some greenness and you never want to do it again, afterwards. Ask me, how I know. You know, it will be hard, but are still surprised by how hard it really is. But in a year or two, you will be glad, you did it! Keep on the good work and I´m impressed writing a thesis at the same time, the Ph.D. will be hard earned.

[@alanjohnson2613]

I understand about not keeping track of how much is spent, you are doing this for your enjoyment.

[@grakkerful]

You two are rock stars. Amazing follow through.

[@antoinemonier8031]

Always impressed by " Street intelligence " that people like you have . Very impressive work and good skills you guys have ! And thanks for your honesty explaining the costs , process etc of boats project 👍