Our Survey... Didn't Go As Planned

[@hecdc305]

For over 45 years I have been involved with boat repairs/rebuilds/builds (DYI) and I have to tell you that the quality of workmanship that you have applied to Magic Carpet is outstanding. She looks beautiful! (with respect to Aladino, Maya too). May you both have wonderful and safe sailing adventures in the years ahead. Thank you for the videos.

[@michaelvanwinkle7919]

Magic Carpet really looks fantastic! You two plus you dad/father-in-law, have done such a fine job in bringing her back.

[@michaelvanwinkle7919]

The contras between the white and wood grain in your interior really makes for a very neat and clean appearance.

[@GG-gotr6]

Your boat is gorgeous, it reflects the dedication you've both put into it and Aladino's drive for perfection. Well done and happy sailing.

[@aarondodge1913]

It's difficult needing to deal with someone as unprofessional as that. He works by himself for a reason. He had a captive audience and took advantage of it. You are the professionals, and it shows.

[@VideoPixelStudio]

Can’t wait to see her in the water. I’ve been following along since very early in the refit and loved your Magic Carpet I videos. As I navigate very difficult times in my life, your videos have been a source of escapism, optimism and inspiration, and you are just such a lovely couple!

[@MarnixSmulders-VizierHRD]

same here!!

[@SailingMagicCarpet]

I am so glad to hear that the videos can offer some escapism. Wishing you all the best, and thank you for the comment!

[@egreens138]

Miya , Aladino e familia - molto gracie- hit all the notes , ma no dice “ nice” per favore e un brutto parole , per etymology, non e “nice” e magnifico e bellimisma ⛵️ , ciao gracie tanto

[@charleshuguley9323]

Congratulations! What an accomplishment! I've enjoyed following the project and getting to know the two of you. I have the greatest respect and admiration for you both, and for Maya's father. Thanks for sharing the experience.

[@SailingMagicCarpet]

Thank you so much Charles, we really appreciate that!

[@lkn4jolly]

Spot on! I'll second that with bells on!

[@doncason6108]

I think I’ve seen every Magic Carpet 1 video and enjoyed everyone. I have also seen many of your videos for Magic Carpet 2. What an effort to get where you are. Congratulations on a beautiful job. Absolutely inspiring. Can’t wait to see her in the water and the adventures to come.

[@JimmyDCarter]

I have owned several sailboats and also powerboats. I would have both of you work on any of my boats. I do have faith in your work that you have done and also your experience. I know that you are proud of the work you have done on the refit of your Cape George 36. Well done!

[@Ehrentraud]

It was so nice to see the boat cleaned up and (at least half way) ready. Pure joy! What a wonderful vessel! All the best!

[@manfredwarnecke282]

I have a survey coming up on my 1972 sailboat and was excited to see, how yours would run. I guess I've to prepare myself for the worse, so that everything else will surprise me. Well done, you got a survey, you got insurance, the oceans is open now. Never want to miss any of your future videos because you're so much better enjoying live on the boat, than rebuild it. But rebuilding it, was an incredible time to watch too, but that time ends very soon. Where ever you going, I'm ready. Always have enough water under the keel and fair winds.

[@DWilliams-ce8nb]

One thing for sure... Magic Carpet's skipper will be famous among Canadian surveyors for many years to come.

[@SalvatoreFeudi]

The insides of the boat look amazing! You guys have done a terrific job. It's a shame that there's always someone to darken a sunny day, but so long as you shrug him off, the day still shines! Congratulations on another fulfilling chapter of the Magic Carpet. I can't wait to see her ocean-bound.

[@paulshaw-lu6eo]

Congrats, she looks superb. Sorry about the surveyor experience, but well done for handling it so proffesionally.

[@danielhoulihan7769]

Pizza and beer, beautiful night, sitting in the cockpit of your boat……it’s impossible to imagine anything more relaxing and wonderful! May you have many more wonderful nights!

[@davidgrevengoed1185]

You’ve both done an absolutely incredible job with the refit! You should be so proud. Just think of the adventures you have ahead in your stunning new home!!

[@clarisd]

We are so over the moon, full of happiness for you both. This has been like years before, Maya, Seeing you bubbling with joy made us shed a happy tear. Al and you have totally made your new home epic and upliftingly gorgeous. Seeing you both beaming with all you've been through really has us cheering more than ever. Also, poise and grace is a gift you gave yourselves.

[@nesleinf]

You passed your examn. Off course. Through the whole rebuild we have vitnessed so much proffessional work and exellent skills being displayed. You deserved to pass the servey - and so you did. Looking forward to follow the continued journey with you! Love from Denmark

[@SailingMagicCarpet]

Thank you!!

[@clivestainlesssteelwomble7665]

​​@@SailingMagicCarpet I wonder what your dad might have had to say if he was on hand 🤨😁🧙🏼‍♂🇬🇧️

[@djopdam199]

As a professional bodger.... You two did a great job! Be proud of yourself.

[@nick.caffrey]

That's incredible! Suddenly - it seems to me, and I've been here since the beginning - she's a boat! A home, a craft (in all senses) and a thing of beauty. You guys really are on a different level. Special kudos to Maya, for whom this was often a calvary. To Maya's Dad, for doing what good Dads do. And to Aladino, for being calm and collected throughout. I can't wait for her to be in the water!!

[@TheBearDenPhotography]

Congrats! It's been a long four years, but you've both persisited and got the job done. Next, launch and splash! Looking forward to whatever adventures you find on the water.

[@86config]

"deplorable" is a pretty emotive word these days, has been since 2016 Boats looking great, looking forward to seeing her in the water.

[@ErikPukinskis]

Maya is quite precise with her words. I expect she meant it, per the dictionary definition.

[@SailingMagicCarpet]

I had to actually look up what you mean - I didn’t know that word had political connotations in the USA. I used it as its dictionary definition, just to emphasize that I really didn’t agree with what he was saying (and even if I did agree, a boat survey wasn’t the forum to bring them up). That’s all!

[@EileenMetrejean]

Dino your smile is so big/that the boat passed. I can see your happiness ❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉.

[@Tomm9y]

Congratulations on passing the survey and getting insurance in place. Difficulties with gate keepers/bureaucrats is of the most dangerous hazards to deal with, unpleasant yes. Take it as a wake up call to protect yourselves, and learn ways of dealing with very difficult people and managing the risks. I probably say this as I didn't protect myself and now see how that made it so easy for them to turn me into the 'product', etc. Looking forward to the launch of Magic Carpet II, and see you celebrate a lot of hard work, a challenging process, and great learning for the future.

[@ricopo3522]

First impressions so often ring true. After 5 minutes on most boats, a little poking around, it's quite easy to accurately predict what one will find with a thorough, highly scrutinizing survey. Care, love, attention, educated, practical, meticulous attention to the micro- the small details almost always signals the same approach to the macro- larger systems, construction etc. I'm highly confident a capable surveyor would see that on your beautiful boat first sniff. Congrats on being so close to transitioning from builders, to sailors!

[@mro4855]

Watching Your magic carpet | adventures inspired me to buy a 27 foot Cape Dory sailboat to sail around Washington DC waters plus the Chesapeake! Thank you and GOOD LUCK

[@kestreljc1559]

The boat looks great. You got what you needed from the surveyor; a passing comment on the unpleasantness would have sufficed.

[@GG-gotr6]

Agreed.

[@brucefay5126]

Not all of your subscribers are boat people. I’m an RVer, but find channels about boats and boating fascinating. Good craftsmanship is a joy to watch and, as a former musician, I like that aspect of your channel. Many similarities in the “house” systems between boats/ships and RVs, and as a former private pilot, have a special place in my heart for navigation. Glad you used the air-flow material under your mattress. We have the same issue with moisture in RVs, and use the same/similar product, so thanks for highlighting it. Sorry you had to deal with a jerk surveyor. We were in Vancouver in late August 2023 and spent 4 months in eastern Canada (including Newfoundland & Labrador) in mid-2022. We found all of the Canadians we came in contact with to be warm and gracious. We love Canada and our Canadian friends.

[@Jezebels_Dad]

She looks great, you guys. Interesting tale about your surveyor. Congratulations on your green boat. I didn't know about your backstory. Thanks for including. Your lamp is a prize!

[@rickshick8544]

Wow! Thank you for giving us your soothing lamp images. Congratulations on getting a good result on the survey. Now for the sea trial.

[@richardmorgan2679]

Much love to the both of you. The boat is looking amazing!! You navigated the turbulent currents of the surveyor perfectly well. Looking forward to the splash 🎉

[@operator0]

I remember a few years ago back in Oregon when you (Maya) were almost in tears at the amount of work that was left, even after you had spent a year and a half on it already. You said it was really draining you to be doing all this work with very little to show for it, and it almost seemed as if you wanted to quit. Well, here's your reward Maya. All that hard work did pay off, and in a big way. I bet it feels good.

[@Irishman_and_a_Dog]

Being here from the very beginning - the boat looks CHIC! You guys are absolute Legends!

[@cetterus]

"Chic" is a good description. I like it.

[@rivi15132]

Congratulations! Boat looks amazing. And speaking of professional; how wise to keep the surveyor anonymous and let him know during the conversations to stay on topic. That must have taken quite some energy. Well done!

[@joncozzi1701]

Love the story of seeing your mast head light from your living quarters. Something about that resonated with me.

[@jamieharris8075]

Good luck with your splash guys. I have so enjoyed watching your videos over several years and you really deserve to be afloat again! Best wishes for a successful shakedown cruise and then on to your long distance dreams. What excellence in your work, both on the boat and the videos. Too bad the survey experience was unpleasant but let go of it immediately; it's nothing to weigh you down. Fair winds.

[@Choppingwoodcarryingwater_]

It’s ridiculous how nervous I was watching this!! Well done for keeping your cool and for getting the green light!

[@H70334]

Congratulations for all your efforts - enjoy your time on the water. I think all your spectators, including the old sailor from Germany, are proud of what you have both achieved - well done!! Fair winds und immer eine Handbreit Wasser unterm Kiel.

[@leonardmarlborough5587]

Your boat looks incredible! Absolutely beautiful.

[@Even_Keeled]

I'm next with a survey. Your videos help so many, and this one is timely for me. You two are so resilient and this will be in the past soon.

[@lentongrovetrust5201]

Well just another step closer to the next wave filled adventure, magic carpet 2 is looking really special. Well done you are both really special and talented people.

[@ianlangley987]

Your boat and the work you have done has got to be up there 100% with the workmanship and the use of quality products. Unfortunately the world is full of unusual people and you just happened to cross one. I wish I lived closer so I could come and say 'well done' Cheers Ian - New Zealand

[@shanearnold2372]

It’s really wonderful that yall have arrived at the point of splashing the boat, and yall have done an amazing job on the refit Yall made it through… it’s a really beautiful boat

[@ronhytoff6385]

I, like most of your viewers, have been with you for a few years now. Really enjoyed the experience and getting to know you. I was shocked to learn about your experience with the surveyor. I wonder why these surveyors are not being judged on-line so that you and others can make an informed choice of who to choose. Smart move to capture some of his oratory on film, I wish you could post it and warn others. Pretty soon you will be taking this wonderful creation to sea and we all look forward to your first sail.

[@GG-gotr6]

Posting unsolicited footage would be as unprofessional as the man stating his off topic views... I would not expect Maya / Aladino to lower their standards by bringing others down in that fashion. Deplorable or not the surveyor has the right to his opinion. There's an old saying worth remembering, one mans meat is another man's poison. 🙂

[@scottcates]

Thank you for the heads-up about unprofessional sureyors. It's good informatio for my journey. The boat looks GREAT!

[@BERTVVANHORCK]

Congrats! Another milestone!

[@jfv65]

Congrats on passing the survey! After seeing all the work over the past years and how it was all done by the 2 of you i wouldn't have needed a survey to trust this boat. It's probably better now then it was when it was brand new.

[@cjamachado]

You are good people, and obviously, imagine that everybody are nice and kind, but the world is not this way, unfortunately. But, you have to be proud for the work you did in this boat that is amazing. Everything was made with extreme care and love and it is evident for us that followed all your work and dedication. Congratulations and regards from Brazil. Be happy!

[@mikewillis2934]

Congratulations on having a successful survey

[@DaveHines1]

Job done , erase memory , move on ! Magic Carpet 2 looks absolutely marvellous , and is a credit to all the hard work you’ve put in to her. Go sail and enjoy . The rest of the work you still have to do will make more sense once you have some experience of sailing her. 😃🥂🍻

[@mcrumph]

I always know it's Friday because your video pops up. Happiest day of the week. I am REALLY looking forward to seeing Magic Carpet (II?) in the water under sail. Having worked in large hotels on the over-night shift for many years. You may want to consider adopting my philosophy: always expect the worst out of people--you will never be disappointed. Then, when they do behave in a civil & considerate manner, you will be pleasantly surprised.

[@glenncook5957]

I commend you for being the Good Humans who I have admired for a couple years.

[@danielorr2972]

Beautiful boat! Aladino is the best craftsman I have ever seen. Love the loving care you patiently designed into it. Good luck on your launch and new adventure. All is well that ends well! Fair winds and following seas.

[@jimff5]

I happened apon another UTube sailing channel where the skipper had a Tshirt with the slogan "Not Aladino" on it - a tribute to the Maestro, I think. MC2 is looking fabulous!

[@WaterTrails]

I'm a retired marine surveyor and am surprised by your experience. Most surveyors that are affiliated with a professional organization (ie. SAMS, NAMS) have been through a rigorous training program and conduct themselves professionally. There are a few that are not associated with a professional organization and do manage to get business, but generally the insurance and financial institutions don't accept their reports on condition and appraisal. But, you got the box checked, congratulations! hopefully the resulting report will be a useful reference document for you to refer to (ie. serial numbers, ABYC standards, etc).

[@gordr8024]

Congratulations guy’s, great work, stay true to yourself, that’s all that matters…. Can’t wait to see it on the water….

[@emilecousineau1464]

Great video and tour. The boat is absolutly gorgeous. You both have worked so hard. Surveyors both home and boats are not always " top notch" especially when you two are so specific about the work you do and put into your boat. Glad you passed the test. Was not worried. The décors will be fun to do. The final touches, so much fun. Soon you two will be off sailing. After all the years of very hard work. Beautiful work. Congratulations. Love the videos. Looking forward to the next one. Groetjes. 😘

[@michaelmorrow2900]

Great professional stable confidence...I've been watching for long enough to know your professional level skills are real.. beautiful craftsmanship... creativity ooozzing and very impressive... love your approach and patience ...lovely spirit driving ...

[@dougmacleod7241]

Congratulations!!! Magic Carpet II is looking great. Looking forward to seeing her on the water.

[@johngoeddeke2882]

Wonderful and so excited that it’s sailing time for you… all us who’ve been here with you amazing people are looking to that episode. Well Done 👍

[@sriadi11]

Feels like you take all these challenges to personal. You jumped through the hoop,so give thanks

[@dmwi1549]

The good, the bad and the ugly. This rebuild has taken you through a big range of challenges and emotions. The light is visible at the end of the tunnel Run towards it!

[@frank4one]

What an incredibly beautiful job you have both done with that boat. You are an inspiration and every time I think of cutting corners I remember your videos and do the right thing as best I can. I am looking forward to see you sailing.

[@sailinglatis]

Congratulations. I am so thankful that I have a great surveyor in Ontario. We have found more and more boat owners more satisfied with the process in recent years. As you mentioned, it’s a requirement for insurance in Canada. An expensive requirement. I’m glad your meet up and survey were successful and the good news is, your patrons will be their for you, and you will find a wonderful surveyor for the next round. I’d love to know if you qualify as a new boat - 20 years to the next survey or is the boat classified as over twenty years and have to do it again in 5 years. The boat is beautiful ❤️. 🇨🇦

[@justinlinnane8043]

I think we all know what you're talking about !! great that the boat got through the ordeal and that you managed to keep your cool !! well done !

[@chrisclarke3670]

As others have mentioned the boat looks great and congratulations for all the great craftsmanship and dedicated work. Looking forward to splash and your sailing adventures. 😎

[@JohnR-NZ]

I have followed you two from sailing Magic Carpet 1 and I have continued following your rebuild of this boat and with all the effort you have put in, to reach the point of needing a Surveyor to complete the Certification required to get insurance and permission to launch it's disappointing to have someone who wants to treat you as you have described. Sadly there are people out there like that. I wish you well and will be watching when you launch Magic Carpet 2 from here in NZ 🇳🇿

[@paulbrown2971]

It has become a world, at least in the west where I can speak with experience, where more and more polarising viewpoints are being vocalised with no thought or consideration as to the feelings of the other person. No attempt to even start on common ground and find points for discussion with somewhat of an open mind. I keep telling myself to stay true to my own moral code and not become a person who dogmatically thinks my point of view is the only possible one in a world of possible worlds. Your boat looks amazing. Huge Complimenti!

[@rcpilotjohn]

Great to hear that you got what you needed from the survey. Costs of things are not always measured in ways that bank accounts can reflect…

[@GilbertDigby]

The boat looks grand. Job well done.

[@MrMichaelcurran]

I too have met and had to deal with some pretty crusty surveyors. I watched my dad after 30 years in the Navy be dressed down as the guy surveyed our new fishing troller in 1959. Then my sail boat, then again my Cape George 36 in 1984. I am sorry that you both had to deal with, whatever. Ah, not to worry the rain will wash away a lot of stuff.

[@faircompetition1203]

Top notch craftsmanship by BOTH of you .Choked me up a little when you said you are finally going in the water . My boat has been on the hard this year getting a much more minor refit and I personally know what it is like as it is not the first boat I have refit , more like the 4th .

[@davelemieux6144]

Congratulations on getting this far. Wow! A job well done. Can’t wait to see her in the water. Sorry you had such a negative experience with the surveyor. 🙏😎🌹

[@Mark-ww9sb]

The boat is liking FANTASTIC! What a piece of work. We'll done to you both. I was very amused by your comments about how good the Swiss system of surveying boats is. How the Coastguard does it. Switzerland is LANDLOCKED. No coastline. How does that work?

[@chhindz]

There are many sailboats on the lakes.

[@edwardfinn4141]

The boat is beautiful I’m glad you passed the survey If you were treated badly, like engaging with a ’Karen’ especially by someone you hired to perform a professional service then there is no reason why you shouldn’t show that. If you do t, then he will treat someone else equally badly.

[@maurol.3731]

Dear Maya and Aladino, I suffered by hearing your story of the experience with the "surveyor"... I'm sorry for you... Now, the goal (get insurance) is achieved and therefore well: point! The exceptional quality of your work is documented with hundreds of videos, and you know it but, the satisfaction of seeing your loving work recognized by a professional is very rewarding. You certainly missed this part and I understand your frustration, but nobody is at your height to make you sincere coins. For what is worth my opinion, I assure you that you have created a work of art. She will give you many satisfactions for a pile of years to come...

[@RSEB123]

You experienced his views but each to their own. Some people see life different through their own experiences.

[@SailingMagicCarpet]

Absolutely - nothing wrong with having different views. We were just very taken aback for such strongly worded and totally unrelated opinions to be brought up in what should’ve been a professional survey.

[@Degenhardt450]

Opinions are like A holes, everyone has one. The best thing you can do when someone starts going on about politics is just to ignore them, eventually they’ll run out.

[@Salzbuckel]

So sorry for you and delighted same time, Fare well!!!!

[@tejolisboa]

So beautiful. Really a good ideia to have pictures of the “before” so we can see the change.

[@MichaelOtis-m8y]

Splash down ahead! I was in town but not a member also board meeting that day which would not allowed me to attend, can’t wait for the water line to meet the water and her first time at sea since becoming better than brand new! Stay safe stay cool stay loving.

[@tcsail09]

As you said, you got what you paid for. The boat passed, let it go and sail on.

[@andrewmellon5072]

I agree completely

[@montgomerykellogg7893]

congrats!!!! You 2 deserved it!!!

[@davehine724]

So very happy that you got all you need for launch but so very sorry for the experience of rudeness.

[@martineyer5336]

I guess you get what you paid for. With surveyors I always get the best as they sometimes can surprise you with things you haven’t noticed. 👍

[@carpor911]

Congratulations from a longtime follower from the Netherlands. Awesome video.

[@tarivard]

I was involved with the CFI catamaran ferry project in BC back in the 90's. I spent a lot of time in various yards who were building the boats. I met a very blended group of people and some of them were absolutely the most rude and unprofessional people I have ever met. I was younger in my career and it rattled me as I was not accustomed to this behavior. I get what you are saying. I moved away from BC as I did not want to be involved in that environment anymore. I was done. It was a fantastic experience but it clarified for me that I wanted nothing to do with it.

[@andrewmellon5072]

You should become surveyors. I got a surveyor suggested by the broker in Ireland paid him but when I looked for insurance the surveyor had no insurance himself. So the broker got us insurance on a 40 year boat without survey for all Europe. An insured surveyor is a help buying except they will put you off nearly any boat.

[@veronicabalfourpaul2288]

Amazing boat. Bravo!

[@svsirocco]

Hi! I love your videos so much, they are so peaceful to watch. We have a Hans Christian that we have lived on for years and I hate to report that the material for under the cushions that you are using never worked well for us, BUT maybe it will for you. I have found that DriDek works extremely well and can be sprayed off and cleaned. I wish you luck!

[@garycasey5788]

A truly awesome job you two have done. Awesome.

[@heelgraag]

20:12 the Swiss coast guard???? you are funny

[@SailingMagicCarpet]

I know it's funny haha, but Switzerland does indeed have a coast guard! They have a huge amount of lakes and rivers, and a surprisingly large marine industry.

[@jasonholmes6137]

Looks amazing guys

[@thomasrose7262]

Wonderful boat .... wonderful work & wonderful couple. Have followed your "exploits" for some time (since you were in France). So sorry about your surveyor experience ... as a retired one (SAMS AMS), I was dismayed by your experience ... and, hopefully, if this individual was a SAMS or NAMS surveyor, the organization should be made aware of his conduct. Surveys are always somewhat traumatic and emotional ... but to have someone like described is more than unfortunate. So ... "crack on" ... and look forward to more time on the water ... let alone the beautiful music!! All the best ......

[@youtubeuser1052]

Progressive insured my 1979 boat without even asking for a copy of the survey. And as for the surveyor, I told him before hiring him that I knew it was an old boat that had been sitting in the boatyard for a few years and I planned to do a lot of upgrades over the next few years, so all I wanted him to do was tell me if the boat was unsafe to put in the water. He had no problem with that and simply gave me recommendations on what to fix/upgrade first.

[@johncampbell388]

Similar US experience but I only had liability insurance nothing to cover my boat. I did use a towing rider once and am thankful to Progressive for how well that worked out.

[@VTOmanifan]

Congratulations indeed, very well done! House surveys are just the same. You build or renovate your own home and tell the Surveyor about certain things, and then his Report says things that are actually untrue. Anyway, looking forward to seeing you on the water.

[@mikejansen1515]

Your boat looks absolutely beautiful. And the work was done super professional 👏

[@kevinleeobermeyer5601]

That drama you were talking about out last week? Guess it just came a week late😂 glad to Hear your survey went…. Well I’m just glad ya got the green light to splash! ❤

[@normrautenberg5438]

So glad you got the survey. He pays the price. I'm sure you will pass his name along to all your friends to absolutely avoid this person

[@sylvaingagnon3211]

I had a surveyor showing up without a hammer and declared, even before stepping aboard that he had “seen this boat before” and it was all wet while the boat came from really far away, in a different country. He made rules as he went along without being able to quote any abyc rules. There are excellent surveyors and there and some bs-ers.

[@alainpascalrouthier5827]

Marine surveys is an un-regulated profession, stepping away from accredited surveyors by one of the two recognized associations is done at your own risks.

[@Paradigm1976]

Absolutely stellar refit. I'm in awe.

[@rgarizonahomestead2729]

Sad it was unpleasant,but at least that off the checklist, and your goung into the water. Take care and have a wonderful weekend