We've Got a Hurricane Headed Our Way (EP 2 - MJ Sailing)

[@aserta]

Every experience you share is something others learn, which was one of the key points of KZbin in the first place. An educational tool for the masses.

[@robfraley4210]

You have All the woodwork looking absolutely FANTASTIC... Wow 😲

[@roadie3124]

I only discovered your channel today and I'm enjoying it very much. The tech stuff is very interesting to me and the quality of your work (e.g. hatch frames) looks very good. I started sailing almost 60 years ago and I've built and maintained a few off-the-beach boats. I sailed A-Class catamarans for many years. In the old days, before foam sandwich, carbon fibre, etc., we built the hulls with ply. They were very light and we needed to keep them that way. Epoxy was our friend. I thoroughly ^10 endorse your use of epoxy. Sealing and encapsulating timber with epoxy is brilliant. No rot. No water absorption. No weight gain. And an epoxy glue join is usually stronger than the joined items. One tip about laminating layers of timber using epoxy glue. If you use screws to hold the layers together while the glue sets, and then remove the screws when they are no longer needed, fill the screw holes with thin epoxy. If you haven't discovered it yet, check out the WEST system.

[@thehotdogman5578]

great job I've been watching la vagabond for about a year , so I'm looking to watch you sail around world , and enjoy the "this old boat "segments, you got another fan keep up the great work ,,,cheers from jersey

[@MJSailing]

Thank you! I'm glad you're enjoying the boat work, but I know the two of us can't wait to get on the water and begin traveling once again. :D

[@curtisloud1027]

Loved the mapel cherry combination colors. Deck looks great!

[@BandiGetOffTheRoof]

Glad you made it through. My girlfriend's neighborhood south of St. Augustine got hit hard. Lots of homes including hers flooded out. FEMA helped plus lots of good folks volunteered. Hurricanes can bring out the best in folks. Quiet a few big sailboats broke free and washed ashore. Some are still sitting there as of this post.

[@franklogrande9126]

Tedious is fine with me, I am learning by watching videos like yours. So no problem here.

[@chrisblore9635]

You two are amazing. I started watching a few weeks ago. Fell in love with your personality’s and videos. So I decided to go way back to episode 1 and work my way to current. I live my dream of your adventures through you. Thank you...

[@starbucksgirl652]

I like you as sharing you skill and journey with us. As a side not being compared to 'This old house" I would take it as a complement. Can not wait to see more of your progress

[@Ladythik]

I love that you are updating your KZbin much more often. I love to read but I hadn't found your blog until I found your KZbin. Please keep up the videos, I love seeing the progress. ;)

[@MJSailing]

Thank you Amber! We're hoping to get new videos up about every 10 days, so make sure to stay tuned for new ones. :)

[@jmyhhall1345]

Great video and thanks for the Q&A. It helps to understand why are you doing some of what you showed. Good luck with all of the work and hope you get into the water again soon. Thanks for sharing!

[@MJSailing]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@alannichols8977]

You both are doing a great Job . Just keep doing what you doing and have fun doing it .

[@MJSailing]

Thanks! :)

[@ablubrd]

Just be yourselves...negative comments don't matter...the pride you show in quality workmanship is nice to watch...enjoy!😎

[@MJSailing]

Thank you!

[@paulmoran6266]

Great video guys - lots of people doing these sailing blogs lately, but few (if any) have aluminum boats to go explore the areas you are considering so I'm positive that this blog can only get better with time! I'm looking forward to more episodes to come. BTW - excellent work on the boat to date. I'm so impressed with everything you have done to her - the hard work will pay off. A huge congratulations to you both. Paul.

[@MJSailing]

Thank you so much Paul!

[@Bullwolf1965]

Floors look great!

[@wornslapout]

I think everything is great, sound is fine, vid quality is great, boat projects look awesome, and explanations are right on. I have watched boating videos since the inception of KZbin. I have watched most boating channels and am constantly searching for new ones like yours. I like what you are doing. You switched boats to suit your sailing needs and are fixing it up. I love watching the process. Don't worry about the naysayers or complainers. KZbin is full of them. Just do your thing, and be happy.

[@MJSailing]

Thank you for the nice comments Ted, that is so nice to hear! And I'm also really glad you're enjoying our videos and the process of our boat rebuild. :)

[@glennporche9705]

Your making history! Sail on!

[@Bd210bro]

You guys have SKILLS! The boat is looking great.

[@round51]

Ah see and old Freedom with it's wishbone rig at 4:51. In a way I can't help but think of Matthew as a modern day Joshua Slocom. First I have to say your joiner work from what I can see looks great. Also you choice of boats was a good one I think. First I like the design long keel with a center board is Ideal for the arctic though I may have missed it, I might have put some extra insulation in but that can be problematic in it's own right. All in all I'm impressed with you two... I will be following your adventures form here on out. The great thing for me is to know no matter how old or experienced one gets, there is always something new to learn when it comes to sailing. A never ending story! To bad it not a split rig...

[@MJSailing]

Adding additional insulation is actually one of the first things we did last year. Unfortunately we started this vlog really far into the progress of the boat, but everything up to this point should still be documented in our blog if you'd like to check it out. www.mjsailing.com

[@gregcolin9488]

Boat is looking great!

[@AliasJimWirth]

I have watched current episodes of your adventures, but thought I would go back and view some earlier vlogs. I appreciate your straight forward honesty and, realness (if that is a word). The sailing life demands a lot of work and you don't try to make it seem otherwise. But you also represent the reward of the effort. Thank you.

[@robertmiller6612]

Another good one. Keep it up. You will be amazed at much you will improve at this over the coming months. I've been watching sailing videos for several years now, many vloggers from their first videos. You will develop your own style and soon your creative side will take over.

[@MJSailing]

Thank you, I'm so glad to hear you liked it!

[@brucerobere1446]

I really like the how to side of your videos and explaining why you make the decisions that you do. Keep it up.

[@MJSailing]

Thank you!

[@adrianvrouwenvelder6919]

I used West clear epoxy and 3 coats Captain's varnish on top of that for a companionway door. After about 5 years, it still looks fabulous with occasional recoat with varnish, but it's under a dodger so it stays mostly out of the sun. The danger of epoxy (I'm told) is that (a) it's not UV resistant and (b) if water gets under it somehow, it will make a big mess, and (c) If you ever have to wood the item again, good luck!! -- epoxy is remarkably resistant to heat guns and/or sanding-down. I've taken these words of advice to help motivate me to keep my epoxied wood freshly varnished.

[@rcowick]

Thumbs up ... great personalities, really enjoy watching.

[@pjer66666]

Thanks for another great video. I am really enjoying the intricate details of the refit. Can't wait to see the boat splash.

[@MJSailing]

You and us both!

[@rodneycook2457]

I enjoy the DIY videos, so keep them coming. I went back through some of your other videos and I am very impressed with the progress you have made. There are a lot of you-tube channels featuring strictly sailing. Lets refurbish then go sailing. I am excited to follow you on this journey, and looking forward to seeing icebergs and the North Atlantic.

[@dholtman5977]

Those floors looked awesome! Thanks for Sharing.

[@thomaspc2]

I like watching boat work type stuff. Some of my favorite youtube channels are Boatworks today, sailbros, and sailing uma which have all done great boat repair videos. Keep up the good work.

[@MJSailing]

I remember when sailing uma was in FL working on their boat, we used to chat about projects on FB. :) Glad to hear you're enjoying watching ours. :)

[@WillieMobile]

I like the boat work. Lots of ideas and tips so don't stop :-)

[@lrs8369]

The floors are really nice, actually they look perfect. You two are doing it right and will enjoy the journey...from No. Cal.

[@mvvoila3356]

I have a boat on the hard at the Crackerboy boatyard in Ft. Pierce and had the same sort of anxiety about her as you did about yours. Even though we got a bit more of the storm, no damage at all. Dodged another bullet. Thanks for posting... very informative and entertaining. Looking forward to more. I have a Facebook page for my project, MVVoila. Not quite as elaborate as yours but I'm doing it from an absentee point of view. Keep up the good work.

[@MJSailing]

That looks like a very nice vessel, I would LOVE all that extra space!

[@mvvoila3356]

Thanks. Yeah, I've been a sailor since my Dad taught me to sail on the Chesapeake Bay when I was 5 (long time ago!). This vessel will be my retirement home and I actually started looking at sailboats, but I settled on this motor yacht because of the extra space!

[@rem9607]

floors look great. Im sure that was a lot of work

[@MJSailing]

Actually, it was a lot less daunting of a task then we originally though it would be. Still a weeks worth of work though!. :)

[@billturner2360]

Very nice work.... well done

[@danabondy2812]

You guys have grit! Keep up the great work!

[@seajourney5491]

very nice job with the epoxy and you will be glad you used it in a couple years!

[@jackwmoody]

Great job on the video! It's so nice to hear your voices after so long reading the blog. I enjoy the "this old boat" style as much as I like that tv show. Naysayers can just turn it off. I sincerely hope boat/equipment manufacturers get on board and let you show off their products, too! Keep up the great work!

[@MJSailing]

By the time any of them catch on, the boat will already be finished, ha!

[@siaripop7]

I know all about time frames when it comes to boats. Had to replace an interior deck on my SeaSwrile and it took far too long. Great video, and the sound was fine, except when it was real windy. Wood looks great, including the maple floors. Check out videos of Sailing La Vagabonde for some video and boating info as they sail the world. I've been following this Aussie couple for about six months now. I guess aluminum isn't affected by the salt water, as I thought it would be. Although I would think that sailing around glaciers , and that cold water, in an aluminum boat, is going to make for some chilly nights. Looking forward to some more of your video's.

[@MrTatts64]

Excellent. Thoroughly enjoyed your video. Thanks for sharing!

[@niceguy2171]

For me watching the retrofit is great, as you get to see the boat come together, and have to add, that woodwork is coming out beautiful! Don't despair using the epoxy in more places than originally planned, as it is a excellent idea, and will make that hard work you're putting in last for ages! Must say, Mathew is really good at it too. You guys do need to windproof a boom mic, but that is more so later episodes. And since this 1 is a early one, can tell you that in the future your motor is going to start and run fine after some hard work! Amazing how I can predict the future right? lol, the power of hindsight. Keep up the good work, although hope this isn't a '2 year' thing of ownership as that much work should make this your baby! Although, if you spot a nice aluminum 42'.... LOL. Don't have to say this, as any sailor knows, but the work never ends, as you always have something to work on, even on newer boats, but the good thing is you 2 will be able to handle it, unlike some I've run into out on the seas.

[@todloeffelholz5815]

I'm glad Matthew was easy on you. Good video and you did a great job on the floor and the hatches. Happy trails:)

[@MJSailing]

We are super happy that Matthew did not make a visit here! Thank you, I'm glad you like the floors and hatches too, we're in love with them!

[@seansteede]

Nice how you know the different type of viewer you have. Great to acknowledge that. Just found you guys and enjoying the ride.

[@BegToDiffah]

Great job! I'm intrigued by the aluminum boat and looking forward to what's to come. Best of luck!

[@davidsmith956]

Great job so far. Good luck. Look forward to seeing the future progress.

[@kevinswanson3910]

that is good ,nice thing about aluminum it's oxidizing rate is so slow you can have this go anywhere boat for many years ,but do put in an oil additive to bring your seals back to life , yanmar is a good quality motor and can get thousands of hours as long as it's looked after ,have fun with your boat I'm happy for you both.I plan on getting one myself but cheaper aluminum boats are hard to find I guess people keep these boats more ,I'll probably get a high displacement fiberglass hull boat many of them for sale.

[@jamespotter936]

Great job guys.

[@MJSailing]

Thanks!

[@laroberts303]

Good video and your joiner work looks great.

[@MJSailing]

Thank you so much!

[@FoxtrotDelta11]

Loving these video's, wishing you greetings from Ireland.

[@leyonchucky8755]

Just stumbled across your channel.... Really enjoying it so far, great content and editing. Looking forward to following you on your journey. From Perth, Western Australia 🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@MJSailing]

Thank you Leyon, we're glad you're enjoying it! :)

[@timhart7554]

Glad you guys are ok Been checking in every day to see if you were ok. TJ

[@baseballDUDE32]

Let's start with a good job.👌👏 I think I enjoy the DIY stuff even more than the sailing from and to exotic locations. So I am absolutely looking forward to what's to come. Sound quality could improve. But you were all over that.👍 It's nice to see a couple so in love with with what they're doing. Thank you and looking forward.😎

[@MJSailing]

Thank you! And yes, hopefully we figure out the microphone solution soon. :)

[@scottanson7524]

Great Q&A ! Thanks lots of good info

[@TheCobraman45]

You do nice work. Both of you.

[@MJSailing]

Thank you!

[@adrianvrouwenvelder6919]

Nice carpentry work!

[@bertju100]

looking good great job.

[@Bikerbob59]

Interesting subject please continue.

[@dbeney2280]

it takes a while to come up with a video format. I like the Q and A at the end. Also I think we all like seeing how you handle all the projects. looking forward as I am sure you guys are once you are in the water some sailing videos.

[@jhudds67]

Just subscribed to your channel. looks like I got in right when you guys started which is good. I like the format you guys do, dont worry about cameras and mics so much, content is more important. This old house the boat version, is just fine! I am an avid boater, sorry, power boats, but like to watch sailing videos too. Look forward to watching you guys work on the boat and get her launched.

[@sailingongrace3243]

looking really nice....that maple cabin sole is so beautiful. and teak trim very sexy...keep up the hard work. take your time it pays off. from what I have seen you 2 will have almost tripled the value of that vessel when it hits the water. I prefer smaller plastic vessels now but Aluminum is considered a serious, go anywhere vessel that drives stiffly through glacier waters. I restored a custom 40 foot aluminum vessel ...was a labor of love and enjoyed sailing her in the Pacific. I know exactly what you are going through. some time you must say "enough is enough" and just put her in the water and go. I know it will be hard because you really have attention to detail that shows in your work and truly the jobs never end. It will never be done like you jokingly but knowingly referred to. looking forward to seeing you out there. Aloha

[@MidnightVisions]

Trimarans although they sound ok in practice end up having less internal volume for habitation and storage than a catamaran or mono-hull. They're almost the same width as a catamaran, but three hulls are squeezed into that space, so it does not work out to be a popular combination.

[@mattjohnson6716]

The Chris White 39' Skyhook we were after actually had a very usable interior. The Western Red Cedar of the port akas was water saturated.... trying to repair this highly stressed component in Guatemala ultimately made us walk away. I also couldn't buy a copy of the plans from Chris, so didn't know what lamination schedule it needed without guessing from the teardown. Matt

[@spinnaker5514]

Hi Guys! Another great video! I love watching you work on your boat, I always learn something new. I'm surprised you both work so well together....your very lucky! I was wondering if Annie from have wind will travel every got in touch with you? She also has some great videos and is not afraid to try anything, including ascending to the top of the mast....something I'm not sure if I would try! Very brave!! Keep the great videos coming I really look forward to them. Thanks so much for the effort, I know it can be a pain to stop what your doing just to take a video, but it's much appreciated! God Bless and Thanks!Bill S.

[@MJSailing]

Thanks Bill! We have actually talked to Annie shortly, it looks like she has some great videos in her catalog. The two of us do love working together and we're very lucky we do, as I don't think all couples can do what we're doing, haha. Glad you're enjoying the videos. :)

[@JoelWelter]

Hey, good job with the videos. You're doing fine. Things will get easier with the visuals and editing. Cute couple! Best of luck!!

[@MJSailing]

Thank you!

[@bill4nier]

Personally i prefer a multi hull, but still like mono hulls and I like want you're doing both to the boat and the video series! Great job!! 😊 👍👍

[@MJSailing]

If only we could afford a multi hull....... ;)

[@huffster6344]

Although I do a lot of woodworking, I don't work on boats .....yet. I was questioning how well varnish would stick to epoxy and apparently it works. The only thing I don't like is that varnish is a surface coating only and something like a stain actually penetrates wood well. Do you see people staining wood for boat applications? On a side note, what sailing/boat books have you found that you would recommend? Keep up the good work!

[@jeffreythompson8090]

Where is that boatyard it looks great ,do they have any more aluminum sail boats ?????

[@MJSailing]

The boat yard is in Indiiantown Florida. And I think we grabbed up the only aluminum boat for sale!

[@coug96fan]

Looking for a project.... wow, just discovered your channel and you are selling the boat. Amazing wood work. What books are your favorites that you read about boat building?

[@cameron.willis]

Good videos! Some of us like boat projects .... 😜

[@MJSailing]

It makes us glad there are those of you out there that like the projects just as much as the sailing. :)

[@wpg56]

In wood strip kayak building: you use both epoxy and varnish. So you see varnish over glass all the time for a very smart looking finish. I see it this way, lower cast use where you want to for a great finish. If some plp can look at wood strip kayak building vid's on you tube. I hope this info is useful to all. Happy day's and was too all.

[@MJSailing]

Thanks for the tip!

[@SailingTranquilityBay]

Hey guys-- Nice job! Don't lie Matt, you're going to "accidentally" freeze in and then there will be nothing Jess can do!! haaaa haaaaa haaaa haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!

[@MJSailing]

You better believe I'll be hitting the EPIRB and getting air lifted out of if there if he tries that on me! I am not spending 80 days in the dark, hahaha.

[@SailingTranquilityBay]

Sleep with one eye open. Better keep a good count of the scopolamine patches. ;)

[@jaessongee8864]

I never thought of maple wood as a floor covering , will you go back to teak for furniture product or will go to maple for aesthetic for reasons .

[@MJSailing]

For the furniture we've gone with all cherry hardwood and plywood, although our counters are maple as well.

[@WanderingKnapps]

Chris is the same way. Looking for a project. Looking forward to seeing it all.

[@IMSiegfried]

I like your tee-shirt, Matt. Especially the colors. Are they for sale on your channel? thanks!

[@howiedeban]

Great video! Where will you sail first?

[@MJSailing]

We'll start in the Bahamas just to get used to the boat in short hops. From there we'll probably jump out to the Virgin Islands and hang out in the Eastern Carib until June 2018 when we'll make our Atlantic crossing.

[@ELCADAROSA]

You two are great! And very inspirational. A question - I'm planning on covering the plain white fiberglass upper helm with mahogany, mostly for aesthetic purposes. From your experience so far, should I multi-coat the wood with clear epoxy like you did with the hatches, etc? I was thinking of using a UV resistant polyurethane or varnish, but you've got me thinking ... For what it may be worth, the upper helm will be covered with a marine-grade vinyl cover when not in use. Thank you, and keep up the beautiful work!

[@IMSiegfried]

Is therein! a video that tells your back story about how you came to be on a boat? I looked but didn't see it in the titles. Thanks again. :)

[@IMSiegfried]

Never mind I think I found it! Titled, "How we left to go cruising at 30".

[@SVWildHare]

Funny. That's the same controller I use for my fridge.. I hate the word itself but "vlogging" your everyday life is a big thing. You may want to try an episode of just you guys running around doing whatever you do all day. I try to do different thing on my channel other than just boat projects. Etherway, Ill be following along :{)

[@sailorjohn2224]

Aluminum ,time to learn eeeevvveerry about galvanic action, I' ve seen boats grounded (electrically) try to discharge the keel which had sea water in it. I constantly had people approaching me on how to reseal pontoon boats I was at a lost to help them, other than new rebuilding. I still haven't been convinced that fg isn't the best although the old Valiants were sad and blisters can expensive to defeat. I lived aboard for 17 years and worked in the marine industry doing every nasty job that came along for some of the most knowledgeable people in the business on Pacific Seacraft to Melges raceboats even Westerlys

[@Noastrenght]

Which books would you recommend on refiting/renovating a cruiser? Great job so far, keep the episodes coming!

[@michaelvanvleet998]

enjoying the tedious parts

[@lancechristy2595]

don't feel that you have to explain anything....just do you, and get that thing in the water ...can't wait for the next video

[@CraigRBoyle]

Hey guys, I think your chose of a alu. hull is a good one (a lot more work, but you'll reap the rewards in the long run). You mentioned your decision to up grade your camera. I don't know were your up to with that but a have some experience in this field. If you want to ask anything just message me. It can be very complicated (and expensive) or quite simple, so keep it simple, is my advice. See ya

[@MJSailing]

Thank you for the offer on the camera help. I think we are still a ways down the road from getting one, and after looking at costs this past week, we're actually thinking of possibly adding a camcorder to our collection instead of a brand new camera. :)

[@TK-11538]

12:30 "accrossed"?

[@valentynagrygorovska1341]

Matt, what is your vocation? Were you a carpenter? You seem very handy with woodworking, etc. Great job and Koodos to your other half.

[@Steffenator]

Is there a concern with the metal hull shrinking in the cold water?

[@MJSailing]

We know there will be expansions and contractions on the boat, but luckily any contractions to the hull due to cold water should not make it brittle. We hadn't heard of it being an issue for fellow boaters traveling in the areas we plan to, so our concern on it isn't terribly high.

[@jackodonohue2717]

I don't know if you watch any other sailing vlogs but Drake paragon is documenting their trip to Greenland and Iceland in their 42 foot Westsail I thought you'd find this interesting.

[@davebandy4482]

how/ where did you look and find your boat, new to M J sailing and maybe you said on a video I haven't seen yet?

[@MJSailing]

It should be in the Q&A segment of this video, but you can also find the whole story here. mjsailing.com/we-bought-a-new-boat/

[@d.c.stewart5336]

Glad to hear Matthew was a non-event. Good reason for a party, always looking for that. Can you describe your Murphy bed, was this your own design. Never seen one on a boat ,thought it was ingenious. Best of luck...

[@MJSailing]

It wasn't our design, but it's very creative! The boat actually came with it, although during our remodel we did widen the fold down area so there was more head room for the two of us to sleep while lying down. The design is pretty simple, when it's up it acts as the back of our forward salon, giving us extra sitting space. The mattress folds right up into it while closed. While it's down, it rests on the edge of the settee, and we just fold down the other half of the mattress. You can see a better explanation of it at minute 8 in our Walk-through video, 4 months into renovation.

[@mattjohnson6716]

Don't tell anyone. I like to take credit for the Murphy bed idea. Seriously, in all the design books I've read, photos looked at, and dreams about boats I've had, the idea never occurred to me. For a couple cruising alone (no privacy) or as a second guest berth, it makes perfect sense. A lot of french boats have open v-berths, but your still dedicating the entire 6 plus foot length to a bed. With ours, half is stationary, the other 3' fold-up gaining a ton of space. Genius! Matt

[@bugsmoran21]

Great video but I'd make it a 2 part video. Cheers, Bugs

[@MJSailing]

I think we will if we do the Q&A again.

[@MichaelJohnson-sy5mm]

Do you guys mind me asking what Indiantown is charging you to stay in the work yard?

[@MJSailing]

Not at all. We pay $600/month to be in the work yard, and that includes electricity.

[@timboudreaux2773]

Hi good luck How did you get your dog use to living on a boat? I am looking in doing what you are doing now, trying to find a fixer up. I have two labs and I must somehow get them use to living on a boat. Thankyou for any help you may be able to give. Thanks Tim

[@MJSailing]

Hi Tim! When we had our dog we were not full time liveaboards, but only weekend sailors. Our dog would do well for 2-3 days at a time, but I think she always enjoyed getting home and into her bed. There are a lot of great resources for liveaboard pets on Facebook, I'm sure you would be able to get plenty of information on transitioning your two labs there!

[@timboudreaux2773]

Hi thanks .I will look into that , Thanks Tim

[@DeepSeaOrca42]

There's nothing wrong with a TOH episode. Especially when you're refurbishing.

[@lojwa.animals.runitrats]

they have any of those boats for sell ,

[@themoneyclub6008]

How much is that boat storage there?

[@MJSailing]

I think the storage yard is about $250/month. $350 to haul and block.

[@yougivemeoneOK]

You may have answered this already but what is the year the make and size is your boat?

[@MJSailing]

It is a 1983 Trisalu 37, built in Quebec.

[@mikea1893]

Ha you two nice work. could you let the captions run a little longer for us slow readers please.

[@MJSailing]

Sorry, I was trying to keep them in time with my voice. :)

[@mikea1893]

Then talk slooooer LoL

[@ChrisHudsonVlogs]

press pause haha, great videos guys keep it up!

[@Bikerbob59]

How thick is the hull?

[@mattjohnson6716]

6mm for most of the way up, but transitions to 5mm for the topsides, deck and cabin top.

[@Bikerbob59]

Cool thanks.

[@Mahalalel3]

How big is your boat ?

[@Bikerbob59]

What motor for aux power?

[@mattjohnson6716]

Yanmar 4JH4E - 54 hp version. We still haven't started it (it's been sitting since 2007) , but it looks good so far. As soon as the welding is done, I can get the diesel out of the cockpit and access to the engine from the top. First fire-up should be in a month or two. Matt

[@Bikerbob59]

ok thanks for the info.

[@sjobbefin]

Aluminium on ice? Here in Finland the boats we use in winter are steel, not aluminium. Aluminium is a soft metal... would not sail in ice...

[@dirtroadsailing6418]

I think you guys have a great KZbin channel in the making and I enjoy what you have done so far. If I could offer you some advice, I would say to cut your videos down to about 15 minutes or less. Make 2 videos out of your last one, hurricane part one, boat repairs part 2. More frequent videos and shorter videos. Take care, but I don't make anything on KZbin so take anything I say with a grain of salt.

[@MJSailing]

Yeah, we didn't have intentions of it being this long, the Q&A was kind of a spur of the moment thing we tacked on the end. In the future we'll probably make it a separate segment or add it to the full video that is only 10 or so minutes long.

[@mattjohnson6716]

If you watch closely, you can see Jessica's eyes glass over during the q&a boat talk. I could ramble on about boats for hours, but since she's the one both behind the lens and the editing software, my segment gets brought down to a more manageable amount. When sitting in an island somewhere with low upload speeds and a beach calling, don't anticipate a 20-something minute video from us :) Matt

[@gwstrauss65]

can i what happen with the tiny home and the videos?