We RENAMED our Boat!

[@alwyndercksen8369]

Sad to see some comments suggesting that you guys are becoming ‘boring’. WildWeRoam is by far the most creative and well edited vlogs available on KZbin at the moment. Less is more... Love your enthusiasm and self discipline. Keep it up guys

[@VROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOM]

I find it boring. People are just giving feedback. If that is how we feel then we can't help that. But they haven't really gotten going yet so it's understandable. When the journey begins things should pick up. The thing with the van though is that you could go anywhere and the ride was interesting and the new areas were facinating, especially when it's places you'd normally not see. With a sailing it's all water. Except when they get out on some place they are visiting, but then it's just a normal travel vlog at that point. In which we've all seen all these places a million times. And there are already a million boat vlogs, with people that are super experienced and professional. And that are rich so they can go anywhere around the word and have amazing boats. This stuff here just can't compete. I'm also worried these people are going to end up dead. Sailing a boat is not the same as riding around in a van. Much more dangerous.

[@alberttetley]

I love watching about your adventures

[@attackandsnack]

I don't know about the other people, but I got SUPER EXCITED about the vegan tacos!! to each their own, but I am enjoying being on the journey, boat life will definitely create a lot of problems to be solved, let's enjoy when something is going right in that rare time that it does! :)

[@Verdigris.]

Stiff Wood while I agree with a lot of what you say, not everyone can fix a boat. I haven’t watched these guys in the van, they only got my radar when moving to a boat. I think it is a bit slow for people wanting a sailing fix. It’s been I don’t know how many months it’s been and they haven’t even hoisted the main. Am I the only one that thought they might name their boat square space :)

[@Verdigris.]

TCK as you say there are many excellent sailing tubes. For example compare this to sailing millennial falcon. Both went and looked at then bought a boat. Had a few teething troubles. The other guys made it to the Caribbean. This crew seem happy enough to have found a houseboat. I think they are going to struggle when they put to sea, but I hope the prevail and it should be entertaining. They might die, but same could be said for the van.

[@rachelsullivan9935]

Just waiting patiently for Dana to drop her cookbook so I can try these gorgeous meals

[@MandaFandaa]

Right? I wanted to see those tacos! 😩

[@rachelsullivan9935]

@@MandaFandaa I want to try that curry bowl SO DAMN BADLY!!!

[@rialynnnn]

there are recipes in the ebook!

[@StephanieDanielSATX]

I’m so here for that!!

[@WildWeRoam]

gahh you are too sweet Rachel!! There is a cookbook in our Live Creatively eBook - its small but has some amazing recipes. I might just have to make another though from the boat :) Would be so fun to share these meals with you! - Dana

[@kirancotting6588]

One of the only channels I'm actually excited to see uploading an update!

[@WildWeRoam]

Thanks so much for watching Kiran and for taking the time to leave such a sweet comment! - Dana

[@rhythmictiger]

Odie and Penelope ❤️ that's so sweet. Can't wait to see your travels ⭐

[@earthangel8730]

Thanks. Talk about spoiling it for the rest of us!

[@katrina3560]

@@earthangel8730 if your intent was to avoid spoilage, you likely should have avoided the comments section rather than hold another person accountable for your disappoinment.

[@AJ-rm2vh]

@@earthangel8730 Your own fault for looking at the comments before finishing the video, comments are there to discuss the video

[@RaymondFratto]

And I thought you might go with Garfield.

[@rhythmictiger]

@@katrina3560 Thank you, just what I was about to say.

[@pravur]

Wow watching these videos makes our next steps from vanlife to sealife loud and clear!

[@bekahsbigtinylife]

Any chance you’d do a video on what you moved onboard with and what you left at parents in terms of storage for a sort of minimalist look at clothing/belonging etc? So curious what boat life day to day looks like too when you have a steady routine?

[@strangersontheinternet]

Little tip about the fruit basket: add 2 clippers on each side so you can close it, otherwise things will go flying

[@WildWeRoam]

So smart!!! Will had that before we go on our next sail! - Dana

[@michaelabemis1860]

Started watching because of an interest in van life and still watching because I think you guys are great 😭🙌🏻

[@WildWeRoam]

Thanks so much Michaela for sticking with us through all our new adventures :) - Dana

[@michaelabemis1860]

Wild We Roam OMG OF COURSE DANA 🙂 love your content thank you!!

[@miguelcarlostarrosa9109]

same!!

[@MirjamMartens]

Congratulations with the birth of your Wonderful new home! Cheers to Penelope and the adventures ahead of you. I am so impressed with the love and dedication you present in the way you create... and how it just beams off the screen; inspires me each time.

[@msdenise1234567]

I just handed in 3 assignments and cleaned the whole house, watching this while eating some chocolate is a real treat

[@burningapartmentbuilding]

yeah man good job

[@ajnasreddin]

Whoa! You did all of that in 12 minutes!?

[@svbarryduckworth628]

Speed is one hell of a drug :D

[@WildWeRoam]

Congratulations!! What a productive day :) So happy we could be a treat for all your hard work! Big hugs, Dana

[@LaaLaaSaysHai]

Such a feel-good video! And I didn’t realise us patrons had learnt her name before everyone else. Whoop!

[@MoosePantz]

Nice work on the manual bilge pump. Noticed some bolts & nuts through hull without backing plates. Put some on - you'll thank yourselves later. You guys are wonderful! Enjoy!

[@noormohamad1]

You two are such a wonderful couple and delightful to watch. Good luck in the next phase of your journey.

[@themindunset]

Hey... Rasmus owner here. Love the channel. Quick fix for the head door. Use a small (epoxy coated) magnet. one on the door and one on the frame. I counter sunk them so they sit flush. Works fabulous in a seaway. Good luck. Hope we see you out on the water.

[@richardbohlingsr3490]

Congratulations on the christening of "Penelope". May Poseidon protect you and bless you with safe days and fair winds.

[@allsearpw3829]

Hi the videos of the van and the dog was magic in hills , the yacht is coming on well and a really good name ,have fun

[@LostNative]

I hope to one day meet you guys and give you both a bug hugs. Thank you for sharing, truly have a space in my heart, such beautiful souls and you are living my dreams, you're just ahead me. While I am only just able to start my journey in believing in myself and pushing my comfort zones way out of its space while I build my little home on wheels to one day live on the sea. Sending hugs and best wishes to you kind souls. xx 🚐😊

[@nsreenivas8761]

Two cute kids own this Dream Boat. Best Wishes 🎉🎉🎉👍

[@anabarjaktarevic8210]

Love the connection to the van and literature ♥️♥️♥️

[@barnett882]

Do you know what I love about your videos?... It's your happy enthusiasm delivered in such a relaxed and charming way that just keeps me, for one, glued to each episode!!! Thank you guys, you are a joy to watch and loving the progress with 'Penelope' and looking forward to future adventures!!! Great videos, brilliantly edited, not too long, not too short but a must watch adventure and a great escape from the current worries of the world. Hat's off guys and keep up the great work!!! x

[@WildWeRoam]

Thank you so much Paul for watching and taking the time to leave us such a thoughtful and kind comment :) We so appreciate the love and support! Hope you're having a wonderful weekend - Dana

[@JenShea]

What a great name! (I actually thought it might be your Spanish pup’s name). I am looking forward to future episodes with Penelope!

[@cfschulz]

as always, lovely to watch, thx4sharing!

[@TheE205]

To be honest i just started watching all your videos and i truly enjoy it because of raw emotion reflected in each video , life is adventure with its up and down but you guys never gave up

[@gabrielmarshman2819]

Some shallow, small holes fitted with a small neodymium magnet and superglue on both the frame and the door could work perfectly for a permanent solution on the door to the head!

[@veritanuda]

A classic name for a non-classic adventure. I am proud of you guys and look forward to you sailing the high seas and sharing the experience. Thanks!

[@heathermallard9197]

Have you watched Sailing Uma...You can get many tips on how to make your boat really nice from them. They have done an excellent job of doing up their yacht. Happy and safe sailing guys.

[@wangzheyou]

adore the video which has great background music and a tiny story

[@jamisontobias2752]

Make sure to flush you pump with fresh water so salt water doesn't sit and rot the new rubber. Samshe thing goes for the head pump. Fresh water feed will eliminate odor and reubuilds.

[@vraymond108]

Great name. I have to show the little statue of Penelope here in the Coronado Tidelands Park.

[@markbernier8434]

at 0:54 there is a shot that looks like flexible dryer vent hose has been used on the bilge pump. If that is what it is, replace it, that stuff rots over time and you need to count on your emergency gear. Test all your bilge pumps regularly.

[@robertgarbe6348]

Ummm look again, that is 1 1/2 inch official bilge hose. If you don’t know that I wonder.

[@svbarryduckworth628]

LOL That is standard coil reinforced bilge pump hose found at any boat supply store. Do a search at WestMarine's website for bilge hose if you don't believe. We used smooth heavy white septic hose which is a little tougher stuff and easier to keep clean on the outside. Our sink drains and scupper hoses that terminate on seacocks below the waterline have exhaust hose which is tougher even yet and impervious to boiling water even. So when I pour out a lot full of boiling noodle water or bean water when they are done cooking I don't have to worry about the sink drain hose softening and maybe pulling off the hose clamps or tearing at that temperature.

[@markbernier8434]

@@svbarryduckworth628 Very glad it is the right stuff. Deceptive in the video and P.O.s do the darndest things, esp. in out of the way places

[@luvslyfe1]

I enjoy the process and the name you chose. How appropriate for you guys! I don’t think of it as a new journey as much as it is the next leg of your continuing journey in your lives. Love your channel, and seeing the entire process unfold with boat life, as you did with van life.

[@radarplotextractor3168]

OMG, Lou is working really hard on this boat! Let the poor guy have a real beer!!!

[@dependentandfree560]

New subscriber! I bought an old boat also! It's a motor boat. A 1981 Glastron Sea Fury V216. Been cleaning and working to fix it up. I live in Florida. Love watching sailing videos. Mike

[@Julie_Truly_in_KY]

I continue to be amazed by how much STUFF there is on a boat!!! So much upkeep and work and knowledge you must have. Y’all are up for it, and I’m so happy to be on the journey with you 🥰

[@tednottodd]

If you want to keep a boat in tip top shape for not only functionality but more importantly for safety, you have to constantly be working on it. When was the last time you checked your lug nuts on the wheels of your car? Never right? Me either. Something as important as that on a boat is checked all the time. Multiply that by several systems, add in corrosive salt water, pounding wind and rain, relentless waves and boats become nothing but a constant in repairs and maintenance. They seem to like to make lists, so I'm sure they will have a schedule.

[@listay1]

@@tednottodd I actually check my car more often, when you're a solo driver you need to have the skills to keep it running. A vehicles should be checked more regularly.

[@zsombee11]

I was almost sure that you'd name the boat after Alfie, your beautiful furry friend from 2 years ago. :) I guess Penelope is fitting too!

[@k.4057]

😭😭😭 so happy for you guys!!! Man that cliff hanger with the name was top notch 😂😂

[@nataliegass8458]

So awesome to see you go through this journey! Excited for your next adventure! Keep sharing your meals too - maybe make a cookbook? Could be a traveler's cookbook!

[@leahbaker3916]

Penelope I love her! I’m so stoked for you guys! Fair winds & calm seas y’all❤️✌️🌞

[@AbroadonaBudget]

Why did I actually start crying immediately when you said Penelope? Genuinely was not expecting that. I think as a literature teacher who lives a nomadic life overseas and moves often, the allusion and the meaning just hit. Being stuck in Kazakhstan in the middle of a pandemic probably also makes me wish for more adventures/movement. Congrats on the name change!

[@Troy_KC-2-PH]

I am so happy for you guys. What a wonderful journey of life you two are on.

[@karljacobson1841]

Penelope is a great boat, should serve you well. I also own a 1975 rasmus 35, hallberg-rassy sailboat. Fantastic handling boat in rough weather, I was in 55 knot winds and 12 ft. Following Seas and never wet the deck, or buried the bow. A true blue water boat! Love your name, mine is called "carefree" . Haha! Cheers!!! Best of luck Penelope!!! 😎🖒

[@svbarryduckworth628]

We also cruise full-time on a Rasmus. Small world.

[@karljacobson1841]

@@svbarryduckworth628 oh nice!! The mast and boom are an issue when attempting a reef point. With the rolling boom. Going to change that. And the short mast is good for the heavy weather, but the boat likes 15 knots of wind....perfect. big motor power(MD 21a volvo) allows me to go eight and a half knots, in the heavy currents. I like it. What year is your boat? Our production number is #332. Thanks s/v duckworth🖒

[@svbarryduckworth628]

We have installed a slab reefing system with cheek blocks out on the boom with lines running forward to near the gooseneck for the new clews. We use a Cunningham line for the new tacks. It works very well. But we have kept the steel halyards and steel wire winches. They are very nice. The boom roller-reefing system just never was a great idea. Always looking for a spare wire halyard winch though not you still have yours save them. Very rare today and hard to find parts for. We bought a new loose-footed mains'l from Quantum Sails and that has made a huge difference in light air sailing as well as heavy air since it can be bladed-out to reduce camber with a 4:1 outhaul, or balloned out for light air and downwind. Ours is hull #527 made in 1976. BD Is a good old boat.

[@geoffouston3165]

Hey guys. Penelope is beautiful name for your boat. Congratulations 😊👍

[@tanndigedan2261]

Your energy and smiles are infectious, thank you so much for all the joy you share XXX I always look forward to seeing your videos thank you for sharing x

[@inixio11]

I love the name. Your videos give me a real great vibe. keep up with the good work.

[@linettevandam]

I was always taught you NEVER EVER change the name of a boat. It's bad luck. I love your video's. You are such a sweet couple. Best wishes from an old lady in Amsterdam XX

[@chrisstevens1030]

that’s 2 fans from Amsterdam then! Love your work guys, it’s nice to see you guys doing it just so right!

[@MarshmallowsMolly]

If y’all are worried about bad luck, you can do a renaming ceremony! From what I was taught, the reason people don’t rename boats is because each boat is recorded in Poseidon’s ledger in the sea but there are things you can do to like ‘send the name down’ basically. Also Penelope is beautiful!!!

[@svbarryduckworth628]

Proper un-naming and re-naming ceremonies can be done right at a later date as well. So all is not lost. King Neptune can be extremely fierce but he is also subtle and wise. He is often somewhat merciful to new sailors and may just give them a string of small reminders that get progressively more expensive and severe if they are ignored.

[@Mieleous]

Honestly when I see these videos pop up in the notification, it's the treat I save for myself for when I get home! Can't wait to keep following you and what a lovely name for a new start! 💕

[@AnaloguePhoto]

Wow, there is a reason I watch your videos even after Ody is gone... You must have given the new name of this boat a thorough thought through. It's absolutely a beautiful name. One that I have always loved. At least for the last 45 years or so. :-) A clear link to Ody and his (and yours) travels captured on video all over Europe. Great choice guys!

[@lilac_teriyaki]

being Greek, and growing up loving Greek mythology, I was so happy to see you guys named the van after Odysseus and the boat after his life-long love! Penelope is a great name for a boat. whenever I go to the seaside, I see a lot of fishermen's boats with that name

[@jolly9872]

Well done to change the name of your home to something that resonates to you. Penelope is wonderful! She is treated with and surrounded by so much love from you guys. She will give that back to you 🥰 Thanks for sharing your story and heaps of love for you! 🧡💚💙❤️💛💜

[@pattyr6446]

Perfect name for a beautiful boat! Loved every minute of the video, every day goes by you guys gain skills, make it more your boat and get to enjoy living on the water. Well done, thanks Squarespace for sponsoring their journey.

[@robertgarbe6348]

They make a nice foot fro the end of that manual pump which allow you to remove much more water...

[@francescadiana]

I can imagine it feels so much more like your own home now that she's renamed! Well done, I love the thought behind it

[@nathalieferron5735]

Regarding the name : I don't know if you know that, Annie Van de Wiele (one of the first women to sail round the world on a pleasure sailboat in the 50s) wrote a book whose name in French is "Penelope was part of the trip" ("The West in my eyes" in English). It's a really cool name for your sailboat!

[@TheNorthdakotagirl]

I love her new name!! As soon as you started explaining with Odysseus I was just like please!! Please let it be Penelope! Love it!

[@alexkeen555]

you guys are so inspiring. You were a huge reason why my boyfriend and I ended up biting the bullet on converting a van. we are also documenting the process on youtube! LOVE your content and your outlook on life. good luck on all your endeavors!

[@peggyprose]

CONGRATULATIONS!!🎉🎉🎉

[@elenanestoros9871]

The name is great! Hopefully you will all get to relax more on Penelope 😊 looking forward to your next video xx

[@myhandsaslanguage]

Congrats!!!🍾

[@shayrichakraborty2344]

This is my happy spot on KZbin ... What you do is not just beautiful and awe-inspiring but also shows how important the journey is. Thank you!:)

[@thememorytravelerReset]

Penelope is a beautiful name! Best wish with this new chapter of your book!

[@anneliesjoss]

Not sure that fruit basket should be in front of that window, somewhat blocking the view.......then again, you have beautiful views right out the door 🥰How very exciting, you guys!

[@k1rstenn]

You guys are great! Love the storytelling! Makes me calm and happy. Lots of love ‘en een behouden vaart’!

[@anne1886]

Its nice to see how David fits in so perfectly! You're a great team!

[@jennifer6278]

In the last newsletter Dana said he left the team 😅

[@anne1886]

@@jennifer6278 ohh too bad! Didnt knew that.. 🙈

[@allikatt777]

Oh that's too bad but I guess 3's a crowd? They specifically bought this boat to have 2 separate sleeping cabins. Now that the space is vacant, wonder what they'll do with it.

[@bkooky]

@@jennifer6278 oh what?? Do you know why?

[@jennifer6278]

@Danielle a quote from Dana: “My brother David who'd been working with us this past year after much consideration decided a few weeks ago that it's best for him to pursue his own path. In the end, video editing and filming wasn't his passion and that's what our life here aboard revolves around as you all well know.”

[@spandananallapati4140]

I LOVE the name of your boat!

[@kimdenault4147]

Hi Penelope, 🍾 Wishing you safe journeys......

[@Mr.Ramirez95]

11:02 Dana! You left my boy Lou hanging!! 😱 🍻 cheers Lou, I won't leave you hanging😋 *Excellent choice of music guys, it really complemented the video* 👍

[@ianprice9005]

Congrats on the new name it like a new child coming into the world

[@onawalkabout]

The name reveal made me smile. Perfect choice. Well done crew, can't wait to see the adventures to come...🐬🌊⛵💙

[@luc6217]

Congratulations with Penelope !! I wish you safe and beautiful trips ! 🙂🍾❤️

[@normamccafferty3053]

Love the name. ❤

[@HaffieP]

Love the name! I always get so excited when I get a new notification from this channel ❤️

[@kristenburns3419]

I couldn’t help but smile when you explained why you chose Penelope. I love the name!! Great video as well!

[@FullofBeans1]

Ah, so sweet. Love that cut from "we decided to call her..." to the outboard start - nice touch. Thats some pretty yummy looking food, too!

[@WildWeRoam]

Thanks so much Greg!! So happy you enjoyed this one :) Big hugs - Dana

[@HopeOfJoe]

BTW, the cold shower video on the blog was fun. Lots of good stuff from cold water therapy, for me the elevated metabolism and fitness. However, here in Florida, no such thing as 48 degree cold tap water.

[@joaoarmandopadovanijr.4598]

Congratulariam for new home!!

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

That cliff-hanger though! Haha love the name and love the video as usual. This looks like such a fun adventure :)

[@sparrowdudu]

"Papa echo, November echo, Lima Oscar, Papa echo" - it's poetry!

[@stephenbentley8436]

Hi, new viewer here, British family in Spain. We have binge-watched about the last 20-30 videos including your van build in Spain. We found you because you were mentioned on Danny and Tulu's great new vlog. I want to congratulate you guys on your video editing, up there with the best.

[@JuliaBeth8]

Love your channel! Love this video! Penelope is one of my favorite names ever!! And I love that you are continuing the story! Beautiful! 😍

[@imanazman8430]

Congratulations on Penelope! My heart missed Odie, but happy to know the story lives onnnnn!

[@MandaFandaa]

Congratulations! You deserve it. The hard work you’ve put in is incredible and so fun to watch. It’s even more fun to watch you celebrate your victories. I thought the name was going to be PATIENCE!! Good guess? Penelope is a fantastic name! I look forward to seeing more of this great big adventure!! Y’all are such beautiful humans!

[@AdventureHunter.]

KZbin recommended this channel to me right as you were looking for a boat and I'm loving it! Great videos guys

[@kirkleadbetter1093]

Well done guys. Love the name!

[@wandadavis2468]

The name is perfect⛵️

[@bobrose7900]

Another lovely video. These make addictive viewing for me, there is such a happy vibe! Well done for sorting the manual bilge pump, good job. Like the name Penelope, good choice. I will check out the head sanitiser, I'll be interested to know how it performs. Can't wait to see some more sailing, but I do love your narrative and look forward to these videos very much.

[@Olhamo]

if you don’t already have it, in honour of your new name, I’d like to suggest Tajin, the spice blend. I just recently saw it put on cherries with a touch of olive oil. Sounds weird, but then, looked so good. I remembered being in Mexico in the 80’s and being so inspired by chili lime and salt on all the fruit. Esp. on pineapple. So inspired that for awhile I and my husband had a passion to open a whole fruit popsicle store, in Toronto! Looking back, I think it would have been a huge hit. But we went anther way. congratulations on your new name! It sounded exactly right when I first heard it. You guys are such a balm to the spirit of Life celebrating existence. all the best

[@lorithomasscott349]

oh my gosh!! i totally guessed Penelope as soon as I saw the P! Love love love it! (also love seeing those books in the cabin dana

[@portfoliofotoz]

Greek mythology provides such a wealth of great boat names. Penelope was such a strong woman. You chose wonderfully.

[@yoyoyo_yoyo]

The name is so fitting and is so you guys💕

[@hollywood7702]

What a perfect name it fits to a T, but please consider doing a proper purging ceremony the old ways for your new good fortunes together. ❤️

[@MuederHippie]

Penelope is a lovely name! Congratulations on your journey! 🌈

[@jasmin8532]

So so happy for you peeps! ❤️

[@Stardust065]

Love the new name. Never mind all the superstition none sense; old tales that’s all.

[@SchoandJo]

Awe, such a great name and we love the story that went along with it. It's going to be a great next chapter of your journey and we can't wait to see what's next. You guys have inspired us to consider boat life as our next move... we might just see you out on the open seas 😊

[@marjiecleveland]

Love the name! Congratulations!!

[@johnlancashire9843]

enjoyed that one .

[@bigchief4044]

Naming ceremony! Don’t want to upset Neptune.

[@jamie5haw204]

My kayak's name is Penelope!!!!!!! I love it!!!!! Congrats on the name change!

[@pawlet]

For a brief moment, I thought that you named her Paulette.🤣😂 ( That's my name). Penelope is a lovely name. Sending love and light. Keep on Living Creatively ! ❤️🙏