Preparing our Yacht to Cross Oceans | Sailing Thailand, Ep 174

Our Indian Ocean departure is approaching fast, lets get Nandji ready for the task! www.sailingnandji.com/
This video was filmed early Febuary before the global pandemic really took off. Thailand was one of the first countries affected and we took the adequate precautions early to protect ourselves.
In this episode of Sailing Nandji, we arrive back to Chalong bay on the south coast of Thailand to comlpete some more boat jobs to prepare our yacht to cross oceans. We only recently left the boat yard in Krabi and after a great down wind sail, we are back to Phuket where we can readily find everything we need to finish off the niggling jobs at anchor. Our departure date is approaching fast and we need to stock up on engine spares ready for the year of sailing that lied ahead. We cruise around Phuket on the scooter collecting the necessary items and complete some of those jobs off the list like painting the bilge in the V-berth, installing harness points and up grading the running rigging on the mainsail.
With no sailing experience, we bought a yacht, got it blue water cruising ready and set off from Australia sailing to the Pacific! We have since cruised through New Caledonia, Vanuatu, the Solomon islands, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia and then onto the boat yard in Malaysia to prepare for the years to come. With a new engine, we continued onto Thailand, then back down into Indonesia and specifically West Sumatra to live the island life and chase the surf. With our Sailing plans changing, we returned to Thailand to wait for the weather and begin our journey to the northern route of the Indian Ocean to Sri Lanka before heading south across the Indian Ocean once cyclone season has finished and the trade winds begin! The adventure is just beginning as we plan to sail our Nandji girl around the world!!
We departed the east coast of Australia in July 2017 and have since sailed over 10000nm offshore. We have explored some amazing countries and met some beautiful people along the way. We have experienced so many different and diverse cultures, dived pristine reefs, surfed solo in the middle of nowhere, spent weeks at sea, dealt with storms, big waves, strong winds and had the time of our lives doing it! The adventure is just beginning as we sail West with the trades around the World!
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[@tomharrell1954]

You two have made Nanji a great sailboat. Nanji is what she is totally because of you! I hope she serves you well. I would be proud to be on her! Sail on !

[@000001willy]

Good to see you frothers are working your butts off to get Nandji ready for the big crossing. Work, work, work. Everybody who thinks people who sail around the world are just hanging about having a good time should become Nandji subscribers. You would set them straight in a heartbeat. Hope the pandemic doesn't screw things up for you. It's making things difficult for sailors in the Caribbean right now.

[@jamieharris8075]

Yes - agree! Bolt the life line pad eye, not screws. And use a big washer with the nut.

[@WayneDome-dm8iu]

You guys are real workers and adventures, truth sprits of living life large. Keep safe.

[@blairguinea1337]

Thanks guys.........all sailors seem peaceful people , Nandji is no exception . Yes I have subcribed and thumbs, NZ

[@kjvdw4642]

Thanks guys your channel so rocks, I've been watching literally every channel on sailing and yours is our favourite..... Hope too see you guys sailing to South Africa our home. Plus busy learning and looking for our own boat thanks to people like you... Thanks.

[@robertnixon3816]

Thanks for the video! Sailing Nandji is my way of coping with isolation. Three tips: thru bolt the clip on points (with backing plates), add another one at the companion way entrance and quit driving that scooter in the Phuket traffic!💕💕👍🤙

[@SVImpavidus]

👍👍Sail Safe guys. Ant, Cid and the pooch crew.

[@svcinderella2413]

Nandgi ROCKS After 30 years of sailing I am still tickeled watching your videos MUCH LOVE BE SAFE HUG YOUR PUPPY

[@dailydoseofsydney]

Guys you know i love you two too bits but im sorry too say but MARLEY make my heart skip a beat ge is so FRIGGEN cute he melts me with those beautifull eyes be safe guys 😍😍😍😍😍

[@BrassLock]

Seeing Rolly Tasker's humungous Thailand Sail Loft at 1.15min reminded me of my daily work-commute past his original Fremantle Loft back in the days of the America's Cup. Good memories!

[@jeffb4969]

You are all rightous! Thanks!

[@karitane]

Love you guys. Enjoy watching every time; especially Marly running on beach. Take care guys xx

[@1bhch]

Thank you for sharing

[@pauloverland8816]

What a wonderful couple... thanks

[@bimmergeezer]

Thanks guys, I always learn a lot from you two.

[@rahdaswami2452]

You two are ready to go. Gettin all the stuff done that was half done before and now your crossing is going to get done knowing your ready. Good job, can't wait to see the vid's of your crossing.

[@againstallflags1904]

Loved seeing some of the preparations you are making for your big crossing. Always look forward to seeing new episodes! Best wishes.

[@parkerfilms1]

Good job on the prep! Your work effort, planning and attention to detail in this also demonstrates why you were able to handle "The Scenario" and recover so quickly.

[@aldunbar8015]

Another great video, loved the detail of the pulleys and other parts purchased. Clever thinking and planning - I learn so much from you guys, thanks again.

[@waynemcphail7825]

Great video, please be safe!

[@richardcomeau57]

Love yous. Stay safe out there.

[@terencesmith4137]

Love your channel! Stay safe out there 🙏

[@tommygunz8692]

Hard work pays off...Boat is looking good...Marley is a true boat legend...What a good dog.....

[@mariemorrissey9378]

Crazy times! I hope you can get back to sailing soon!

[@davidc6510]

Awesome job Frothers! Sharpening Nandji into a proper weapon to handle the Indian Ocean. Glad to hear you are all bored but doing well. Take care and before long you will be back on the high seas sailing to a new destination! Thanks and Yew!

[@geremychubbuck3730]

Awesome video as usual guys. Be safe.

[@dawnhornsby7215]

Always interesting 😍

[@PacificSolo]

I enjoyed that. Anchor points in the cockpit and bearing blocks are both things I have considered and so it was helpful hearing the process you went through. I am preparing for a passage but very much a novice wanting to learn so thanks for being so practical. Stay safe and well during extraordinarily strange time we find ourselves in.

[@livingthedash6727]

Loved the video! I subscribed!

[@realwheelman]

Great video!

[@johnnyj9531]

We all all waiting for your next video, thank you very much

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Stay tuned, not far off!

[@shnobi24]

Stay safe guys.

[@TNTTruth1]

Sure looks like a lot of work goes in to up keep; money Too! I've sunk a lot of money and time in to my house as well, but I don't have adventures or beautiful views you two lovely people have. You are both very brave and I love your video adventures. I guess I'll just live vicarious through your adventures! God bless and stay safe!

[@ayayron7776]

This is one of my favorite channels to watch during quarantine please keep them coming👍❤️

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Thanks legend! Hope you keep enjoying after this mess is all done with!

[@ayayron7776]

Sailing Nandji - Frothlyfe Of course I will I was a fan before hand and will be afterwards

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

@@ayayron7776 Thanks legend! Yew!

[@paulczernotowycz2305]

It’s the only channel worth watching!

[@jessedax7333]

Hello Yosh Bonita & Marley! Watched you while having breakfast. You make me dream! Stay safe. Love you guys 💌

[@JeffErdmann]

Harken Boat Jewelry for Nandji!

[@robertgannon5966]

You should re do the pad eyes using through bolts and nuts with a backing plate. As you have it, one heavy tug with your weight and its out. With a backing plate that covers a larger surface than the eye pads, you have a chance of it holding and you staying in the boat.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Thanks for the wisdom, it seems the general consensus is to change them over! Lucky I have some time on my hands...

[@murrat]

Great content. Love your positive, can do attitude. Hell, we are all learning, and you are just doing it. Perfect.

[@markcorboy8528]

I am not a blue water sailor but the last many comments have said get rid of the screws and install the bolts on the lifeline fixing points. Go for it.

[@johncowgill6268]

Yosh Bonita even though you filmed this one earlier it was epic.Risking your life on the scooter to get parts had me pulling for you two to make it safe and sound back to Nandji.Stay safe and looking forward for more vids from you

[@philandlyra3365]

Nandji Nandji Nandji loving notifications!!!

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

YEW! thats the FROTH

[@klouism1]

⛵ One important thing is you are able to do a lot of the work yourself. Parts are expensive however if you add labor into that cost it can be astronomical as you know I'm sure. Much respect for all the hard work you do to keep your boat ship shape.

[@b4scturk]

Mate! use through bolts on the pad-eyes for your jack-line.

[@jonnorousseau3096]

Agreed

[@johnmikel5934]

Totally, no screws! Not safe!

[@craigme2583]

With big fat washers...

[@ProjectManaia]

agreed! Not the kind of bolt you want to rip out when it is really needed!

[@ylemoine1]

Also, add a backing plate as well as washers; all 316 SS. Shock loads could be as high as 6000lbs in the worst case scenario.

[@mattbland9304]

Binged watched a bucket load of episodes the other week in iso which now means I have to wait for new ones 😩. Still loving what you guys do after all these years 🤙

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Awesome to hear! Glad you have got the froth! Yew! More episodes coming quickly in the next few days! Cheers legend

[@walterwinn2842]

Thank you for the Sunday night video. I wish it could have lasted for 3 hours but I know it can't. Thanks guys.

[@keithmesser1408]

Hi from Brisbane Australia.

[@kevincarey1076]

Caught you guys on Ruby Rose podcast and had to subscribe! Stay safe and I look forward to all your epic adventures. Fair winds and following seas Nandji !!

[@CadohaAdventures]

Can certainly relate to buying a boat that's full of 'stuff' and not having a clue what we could or couldn't throw out! I miss Thailand, can't wait to get back there. Stay safe guys, looking forward to seeing how Laura fits in on your adventures too 👌🏻🍻🍻

[@lindsaygiles9874]

Hi guys love your effort you do great, your safety line attachments should have bolts not screws, as if you go over the side (heaven forbid you dont) those screws will just pull out with the force of being pulled through the water, remember it does not happen on a day of only 5 knots of wind. Please change to bolts with good sized washers on the inside the forces are huge try holding a oar over the side when doing 5 knots . Just thinking of your safety. Keep this great channel going

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

The anchor points are positioned so that you will not reach the side and end up in the water. That is the idea. If you rip those screws out you are doing pretty good I reckon. Thanks legend.

[@lindsaygiles9874]

I,m thinking those life lines are designed to stretch cheers

[@rudiekeyser2495]

Thanks, that is so true. It's a life safer.

[@Edward-zr6fu]

@@FrothLyfeSailingNandji But if you're flying across the cockpit with enough force to pull out the screws, you will end up in the water...

[@garyherd5751]

correct. bolt with a back plate a lot bigger than the eye those screws will just pull out stay safe

[@joeweeks7256]

My spinicur is blue and yellow but the same design , cool , love you guy's

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Awesome!

[@bobhamilton298]

I have switched to Chinese blocks. They are like 1/4-1/2 the price and have really nice bearings The only thing is the screws need to be loctite into place. They back out otherwise. But work great and are modern design!

[@mauriceraphael9237]

Hey Guys You need to bolt your tethering bases with backing plates otherwise you run the risks of the screws pulling out on a huge force of body weight plus water weight and wave pressure Keep safe

[@wesm3848]

I am still amazed you two started out and knew nothing about sailing or boats. I wish I could do the same. I have the money to buy a nice boat and sail but no nerve to try.

[@johnmccormick175]

Great video..wow some of those fittings are expensive.

[@georgehockaday1889]

Nice work! Dee and Deb, I thought the same thing when it "looked" like you used screws instead of machine screws, but we may be wrong. Dee and Deb

[@bubbagail7450]

All that work, new crew member and now just sit, that sucks big time. Hopefully this will pass and you make this crossing as planned. Take care guys, hope you two and LaLa are doing well.

[@micheldawes1]

Well done guys! Another fantastic episode! I know it’s a l o o o o n g way off, but I can feel the anticipation of the crossing building....... :-)

[@flyinggybe2113]

Remember, force equals mass TIMES velocity. And there appears to be impressive mass in the upper body assets of your awesome crew. Please, for your viewers' sake, thru bolt the tether attachment padeyes with backing blocks. The load on them from one, or maybe more, crew being hurled by a wave to the low side is more than the short screw fastening can reliably handle, especially under tensile load. Also, suggest you check the Harken catalog for how to best reeve your mainsheet so that line twist does not create more friction than you saved with the new ball bearing blocks. Hope you, and the rest of us, are out of lockdown and back to sailing soon!

[@terrybaker8349]

Through bolts on padeyes. Best to be able to clip on before entering cockpit, then change from clip on point to the next without being unclipped ie 3 point harness.

[@savag67]

please consider what will happen if you get rolled whilst clipped on how will you release your teathers, id recommend quick release attachment at lifejacket end if you end up upside down when clipped on you will be able to release yourself

[@bertski60]

looking forward to when you untie and start your crossing. i hope this bloody covid doesn't throw a wrench into your plans. stay safe and thnx for another dandy. love your channel.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

The Covid has thrown a massive wrench into our plans but at least we are stuck somewhere safe at the moment. Hope you are well! Cheers!

[@bertski60]

@@FrothLyfeSailingNandji i'm in n.e. thailand as well but a long way from the ocean. the alcohol ban's a bit of a bugger but otherwise all good here. : ) for very selfish reasons, i'm truly i'm very sorry to hear about the wrench. i follow a lot of YT sailors and the big crossings are the best for me, and you guys run the best channel so it's a double loss. again....do your best to keep safe. this will pass.

[@TheBeatlemanic]

Well, first glad to see you two doing well. Feb. Video is great! Funny how you two didn't know anything about sailing and how to do repairs etc. But, I'm sure you are professionals by now. I have never stepped foot on a sailboat, but I have seen Pirates of the Caribbean, I maybe qualified, or not. Amazing what you find out living on a boat. Still discovering on my houseboat also. Take Care, see you soon.

[@joeweeks7256]

Nanji is a good boat , I would be comfortable on her

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

She sure is. We love our floating home

[@SailingLaLuna]

B.O.A.T. = Broken Of Another Thousand So true!! Thats usually what happens to us every time!! :) Thanks for the video really enjoyed watching it! Stay safe!

[@itsmePassportBro]

B.o.a.t..... bring out another thousand

[@chrisreynolds7164]

@@itsmePassportBro In Aussie...B.O.A.T....Break Out Another Thousand

[@leogenic]

Can't wait for the next episode. Should make it twice a week.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

If we could edit that fast we would! Know of an editor to help by any chance?

[@leogenic]

@@FrothLyfeSailingNandji I'll be happy to help but not sure my editing skills will match your expectations. 😋. I'll ask around if anybody could.

[@williamlarkin1503]

JUST stay safe

[@faircompetition1203]

Through bolt those anchor points with a backing plate . Imagine you were hooking to it at the top of the mast and fell a few feet then it stoped you - needs to be that kind of strong .

[@SailingBrickHouse-RVLife]

Ah Thailand...so many boat parts :) Buy it all there...here in South Africa only about half of what you have access to there... despite the rumors! -Rebecca on SV Brick House

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Thanks for the tip, unfortunately I think we will have plenty of time here to keep shopping! Hope you guys are staying safe and sane!

[@jonnorousseau3096]

Hey Yosh and Bon, and Marley man, I'm presuming this was filmed before the most unfortunate grounding?? Boat is looking sweet, gotta love the asymmetric, unicorn fart, brilliant. We are in full lockdown here in SA, most unfortunate as my broker mate in Portland Oregon has a Bob Perry design Hans Christian 34' lined up for me to get surveyed, and there's also a custom built steel hull 38' CC cutter in Mexico that I'm interested in. I'm devos but still hanging in here, I haven't set foot on a yacht in 6 weeks after doing my skippers courses in Cape Town in early March. Fun week of sailing in up to 48 knots true around Cape Town, beating into upper 40's close hauled, 3rd reef and a postage stamp of heady, yeeeew, God Bless and stay safe, I'll keep in touch via email. Fair winds and safe sailing. Here's a thought or two for the future for heavy weather sailing, get a Cunningham fitted to your main (if there isn't one already) this is a great addition for main trim and will allow you to reef later with better boat speed and less heeling, the boat won't get overpowered and want to round up so much when beating. The other thing that I've seen on a few blue water boats is a second track on the mast just next to the main track (just a bit longer than the luff length of a storm tri-sail, obviously you can use the main halyard, for a bagged loose footed storm tri-sail at mast foot, this means that you can drop the 3rd reefed main and switch to the storm tri-sail if required, you just need an outhaul line with a block and cam cleats for the storm sail. The Hans Christian I'm looking at has this setup and short of a fourth reef the best option. PS get your ship's compass/es deviation calibrated before leaving, this should be done annually, they might be as much as 15° off magnetic North, well worth it for long ocean passages. God bless you and keep you safe

[@mitchpender8113]

Hey guys 2 grand doesnt buy much in boat land does it, a lot of boats with high sheeting loads are starting tp use frictiom rings instead of ball bearing blocks , massive cost saving but still have the strength and low friction needed for offshore sailing, i think harken have a good range

[@stotas2]

Glad you are both well. Don’t the lifeline eyes get through bolted.

[@ProjectManaia]

They really should - those are the last bolts you want to come loose when it really matters :D

[@angelcalero6464]

Garhauer marine makes those (blocks and travelers) I think and a lot cheaper. Out of USA. If you ever on that side of the world.

[@Edward-zr6fu]

And good gear. I like Garhauer stuff. Exploded two Harken blocks in my life. Not a fan of Harken. Never had a problem with Garhauer, Schaefer or even Ronstan

[@Coeish1]

I love your videos. The problem I have is a 16 minute duration feels like 5 minutes. They wiz past so quick, I feel robbed 🤣 Keep up the great work.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Sounds like we ate doing good then! Haha thanks mate

[@maxmac7845]

The world's gone mental. Probably one of the safest places is afloat these days. Stay safe and healthy. Good luck.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

If your lucky enough to be in a safe port. We know of many boats in bad situations because of certain countries. It is a scary time in this world. Stay safe

[@billhanna8838]

@@FrothLyfeSailingNandji Would like to here a story or two about the different situations of other sailors in other areas .

[@carolinemcdougall8708]

Hey just looking at Nandji all "spruced"; but next time she's out of the water think about a cove stripe and boot topping. Would make her look more sleek and streamlined. Just a suggestion.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

A few people have suggested a boot stripe, us personally do not like them and reckon Nandji looks good at the moment.

[@carolinemcdougall8708]

@@FrothLyfeSailingNandji just a suggestion she does look good. I was imagining rainbow unicorn fart along the top 🤣 hard to execute but fun to think about. Did not mean to offend at all, love the channel

[@andrewtaylor9615]

Bling bling bearing blocks1 One day Jazza-one day.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

They are so damn good!! Worth the pennies in my opinion. Fancy and safe and fancy :)

[@sailingsatisfactionplus2798]

Dude! I personally would have used bolts on those anchor points with backing plates or large washers, rather than short screws. Screws can pull out a lot easier than bolts. Just my opinion. Keep frothin!

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

For sure, however I figure one person weighs 100kg max... If you can rip that out you are doing pretty good!

[@sailingsatisfactionplus2798]

100kg on a calm day, little more force when you got a 15ft Atlantic wave smashing through your cockpit trying to rip you out of the boat. Not that I've experienced that of course, but isn't that the point of a anchor point? ✌

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

@@sailingsatisfactionplus2798 For sure, however being in a centre cockpit, we do not get waves crashing through the cockpit. Maybe one day it will happen. Thanks for the thought process! I will see what I can find to change them

[@sailingsatisfactionplus2798]

Give you something to do in this lockdown crap we're all going through. 😁 Currently stuck in the Philippines with a 'No sail policy' to all vessels except cargo. Did you make it out of Thailand?

[@shauntoomey3299]

It is not the weight but the momentum you have to worry about.

[@reallynotyourbusiness1659]

Guys. .change the fasteners on the anchor points for your LIFE-lines....current setup is not for life saving....think about the forces in EXTREME conditions and what your life is dependent on. Remember, peace of mind is good seamanship not maybe or 'shoulda'. Peace

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Will do, seems like everyone agrees with you. That's what I'll do!

[@micheldawes1]

Seriously though guys, your strong points need to be within reach of the companionway steps, so that you can clip on BEFORE you cross the threshold into the cockpit!

[@SailingBrickHouse-RVLife]

You guys look like you are boiling, while we are freezing down here in South Africa :) Lots of time for making videos though hah? We are finally getting ahead! -Rebecca on SV Brick House

[@clickbaitnumberone1403]

The beds are already seperating themselves!? I dont hope that tells us something about your relationship😂😂😂

[@myboyz02]

I guess that is why it’s called a V berth.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

haha probably nailed it!

[@edsondantas7179]

Parabéns tá linda com este lindo batom bonito

[@davidwilson8800]

What does froth or froth lyfe mean i really enjoy your videos

[@tomharrell1954]

Bonita you are a beautiful woman with an even better figure! But the orange lip stick is not the right color for you!!! Give it to Yoshi! LOL HA HA HA LOVE YOU TWO! Be safe have fun

[@deankoch7305]

HI.

[@davidwestwood5968]

In case we have a new crew member...:-) haha...

[@micheldawes1]

Aaaargh! What about the backing plate??? Gotta spread that load mate! If you come up hard on the end of your tether (i.e. Lifeline), you’re liable to rip the strong point out of the fibreglass and probably take a fair chunk of the boat with you.... (Shock load of 60-80kgs of human x inertia of a pitching or rolling boat = one less strong point attached to the boat and possibly one man/woman overboard.....) :-(

[@BenjiZhuang]

Hi there when u in thailand where did u buy ur rigging stuff? Nice video by the way

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Rolly tasker and boat lagoon! Both crazy expensive but have most stuff you will need

[@BenjiZhuang]

Super thank you. So you guys still in Thailand?

[@itsmePassportBro]

Jump overboard with life lines attached.... I bet the attachment point rips out...

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

You can not jump over board attached to the anchor points, that's the point. But yes, general consensus is to backing plate and through bolt. Have plenty of time on our hands now so found another job!

[@sicchuckie]

Close up of Marley he looks like spy vs spy, I have the same blue masks

[@captainwinky]

I have a question. What's up with your saying froth style mean?

[@Motor.vivasayi]

Hi bro I like this adventure and traveling can I join you bro

[@seanholmes5356]

how big is you’re boat ??

[@craigme2583]

You guys not heard of eBay? 1/10 the price! How much? Waaaaaaaaa Stay safe love from the lucky country.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Haha have you heard of duty tax in Thailand and postage in South east Asia? Haha you may think different

[@leisurely6711]

How big is your sailboat?

[@paulczernotowycz2305]

Race boat!

[@sonoman00ify]

Will you be able to upload vids while on Indian Ocean crossing?

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

We have a way!

[@dougford5691]

What happened to Laura from Sailing Doodles. Thought she was joining the crew mate?

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

She is on board. She arrived after these videos. This was filmed early February before she arrived. Videos with her will be coming soon!