The BEST PRODUCE in The Bahamas is THE ISLAND FARM in Eleuthera [Cinnamon Rolls Too!!]

[@SaltyEscape]

Hi guys! We have a favor to ask. The algorithm has not been friendly to us recently. 😩 You can help us with this by watching all the way to the end and sharing with someone else. If you like extra credit, come back and watch it again (maybe with your spouse). We’re barely keeping our nose above water on YT. Thank you so much!! C

[@ZeroDot42]

YT algorithm is never fair to new channels, but you got my vote,will watch to the end and do a second run just because you asked..

[@olivei2484]

Viewers be sure to comment and thumbs up too.

[@FrankJamger]

This video was a lovely expedition, complete with the trip and the anticipation. I felt like I came along. The island didn't disappoint. A beautiful landing, an interesting trek, and a bountiful little marketplace. Thanks for sharing.

[@pdab4372]

Hello guy's. Im really enjoying your channel. It's very apparent that Becky is getting more comfortable in front of the camera. In my opinion, she's the star of the channel!

[@vapeboss]

YES! Please more like this. Love the raw editing so much better. I wish more did stuff like this.

[@janh9569]

Thanks for taking us on your journey! It was awesome! ❤

[@JeraOlivia]

I loved every bit of your video. We just left today and can’t wait to be back.

[@csranch2000]

Loved the video. I will definitely stop and try those cinnamon rolls when we head there.

[@kptbillburkett8735]

Looks like you found a very cool spot to stop for The Coconut Rum!!!!! Great video this week. Looking forward for the next one. Ok until next time, Aloha from the Big Island of Hawaii! Where our Pineapples here at our house have a few more months to go before there ready and our Apple bananas should be ready in August or September. Ok Aloha and be safe out there.

[@olivei2484]

Neat farm, fresh limes!

[@lmcnesby8085]

This was much better, not that I have not liked your past Videos (I have) but this one seemed much better with the raw footage. Thanks keep safe out there.

[@4x4smile]

In gear is where it should be with engine off, this will feather the propellor if it is a feathering type. It will also stop you shafts turning this stops the bearings and the seals wearing out. Sailed for a decade, in gear every time. Cheers

[@divekatdreaming]

Sorry, I didn't notice the difference. I liked the longer videos...I will watch either way! Happy adventuring!!

[@chshrkt]

Loved this style of editing/videoing. Keep up the great work!

[@Spoondrifters]

great video! loved it all, especially since we're headed that direction next week. Can't wait to get some cinnamon rolls!

[@ricksusanosterlund2901]

Been there (by car, does that count?) and loved it especially the prices! Our great boat neighbors rented a car and the back seat follows the front...We were at the marina at the south end of the Island. You should check it out!

[@user-ry1jm9hw6w]

Great stuff

[@martinbeaumont1135]

Great video, full Dad points for two cinnamon rolls 😂

[@SaltyEscape]

I think I could have eaten them all! Lol

[@allynonderdonk7577]

You expressed an interest in knowing opinions about letting your props spin under way or locking them. I prefer locking them despite the obvious drag. The reason being that transmission designs can differ greatly and the typical failure that happens from not locking the props with the engine is transmission or saildrive failure. They fail because the fluid inside can't circulate at all in some designs and not circulate enough on others. Plus as that prop spins it is wearing multiple internal parts. If the fluid doesn't pump/splash when the prop turns depending on the design then you can expect a bunch of metal confetti. I would look at Gori props...they seem to be better than the Flexofold, and as a standby MaxProp. The MaxProp isn't as fast as the Gori but are known to be really reliable if properly serviced. Though you need to find out about it from the saildrive manufacturer. Some people have aftermarket sail drives. I think Yanmar suggests freewheeling.

[@SaltyEscape]

Yeah, they are Yanmar. SD31 We found a Yanmar sail drive manual online that said to leave them in neutral. Apparently in gear they can jam up somehow.

[@SV-Flying-Tigress]

@@SaltyEscape Guess it is different then, my SD130 sail drives say to put them in reverse.

[@SaltyEscape]

@@SV-Flying-Tigress hmmmm. The manual suggested the gears could seize or jam if we have them in gear while sailing. I found it confusing also because it’s supposedly ok to put in gear with feathered props. 🤷‍♂️

[@SV-Flying-Tigress]

@@SaltyEscape I have max-props so yep, that is a big difference. Coming from aviation a windmilling prop adds a L-O-T of drag and significantly reduces engine-out glide range. *but* if your saildrive manual says neutral, then neutral it should be.

[@MrJerobona]

Do they really grow all those fruits and veggies on the farm? It looks amazing!

[@SaltyEscape]

Their presentation was AMAZING! I saw some produce labels on the citrus and avocados. I’m sure they are importing at least a few things. It looked like the majority of items were being grown on sight or locally.

[@razorsharpbt124]

This is from Yanmar: "Yanmar requires that if sailing with the engine OFF (not running) the transmission shifter must be in the neutral position or internal damage to the gear or sail-drive will result." From just a cursory look at the forums, this seems to be the consensus. I suppose if your prop was articulating, it wouldn't matter.

[@SaltyEscape]

Thank you! We saw that too. It’s confusing, to me at least, how you can’t put it in gear because it may lock inside the transmission… unless you have feathering props and then it’s okay. We’ve decided to keep it in neutral. Thanks for looking!

[@olivei2484]

I prefer un editted content. Thats the main reason I watch yt.

[@ZeroDot42]

Not sure about leaving in gear or out or leaving in reverse .not sure what would be the best to give the lowest wear on the SD or shaft or gears...did you check the props for barnicles those little suckers could cause the unbalance and vibrations

[@SaltyEscape]

We eventually found a Yanmar SD31 manual online that says to keep it in neutral unless they are feathered. Yeah. There was some small growth. I’ll go scrape it off and see if the vibe continues. Thanks!

[@RealChrisHubbs]

Looking at your haul vs Ben and Tambi's it's very obvious that they dont have a teenage boy on-board.

[@SaltyEscape]

Ha ha! We are definitely deep in the teenage boy appetite years.

[@livcharlotte5261]

Hey what’s the name of the farm shop please? xx

[@SaltyEscape]

Island farm at pineapple cay. They have a fb page that they keep current. You’ll love it. Prices were good, quality was good.

[@MikeHarrison3266]

Is it any good for pineapples?

[@SaltyEscape]

We actually have no idea why it’s named Pineapple Cay. 🤷‍♂️ We didn’t see any Pineapples growing. Lol.

[@MikeHarrison3266]

@@SaltyEscape Seems they grow a lot of cinnamon rolls which is handy with you lot about.

[@Mckay888]

What is the name of the farm?

[@SaltyEscape]

It’s called The Island Farm. It’s on pineapple cay in Eleuthera Bahamas. I showed the sign pretty clearly in the video. They have a Facebook page.

[@SV-Flying-Tigress]

Your props are turning. You should probably put it in reverse. The turning is called "windmilling" and it slows you down. If conditions are really stable you might notice a .1 or .2 KTS difference. There is no good reason to have them turning.

[@SaltyEscape]

I should have said these are sail drives, Yanmar SD-31. We have since found a manual for these saildrives that says they should be in neutral unless we have feathered props (we dont) and in that case you put it in reverse briefly and back in neutral to feather them.

[@4x4smile]

Ahh nice one makes sense with no feathering to let them turn, but I bet the saildrives wear as a result. Maybe look at upgrading to feathering props, they are less efficent than solids when motoring but reduce drag when under sail. If you do upgrade do your research into feathering props some are not good at all.