WRECKED! My New Boat is Totaled

[@ghostraptor88]

Hey Bobby, this is literally the first time I have ever commented on anything on KZbin. I have been watching you since 2018. I am out of the Clear Lake/Kemah area. Been boating all my life. That damage looks much more than a beached boat with water ingress over the stern. I have seen a cat experience much worse conditions and have no where near the kind of damage your boat has here. I would simply like to help you is all. I hope you reach back out to me because I see several manufacturing issues with your boat. Not that they are bad people at all, but this should be a lesson learned for them. This appears to be the fault of the shipping company end of story! Clearly what happened was far worse than what had been disclosed. Again, I wish you the best on this, and would not mind helping you with your insurance claim. Yes, I’m an expert on that. Feel free to contact me if you want and I’ll give you my number should you like. I also have contacts in Singy worse case, but I see this as an easy one. Best of luck to you Bobby!

[@bluewave18ft]

Seabrook here

[@ghostraptor88]

@ awesome

[@johnpinkerton772]

@@ghostraptor88 I agree, the damages to the boat look much worse than the “narrative” of what supposedly happened. This will raise red flags with the insurance company.

[@calledout4437]

Yeah, thinking the same thing. I was like really? Just waves over the stern can cause that kind of damage? Looks more like some thugs took it for a joyride and destroyed it.

[@lionfisheater]

15 meters of anchor chain is nowhere near enough. Basic boating 101

[@LKirk-l7k]

As I chatted earlier, get an admiralty Attorney, if you think an insurance company is going to pay out in 3 months. Think agin. I am in the maritime industry. You are looking at 1 to 2 years if you are lucky. Boat builder is not going to start any thing till insurance pay out.there is at least 4 to 5 insurance company’s to deal with. Get a lawyer. Don’t say too much.

[@larryrobinson8427]

You definitely need a maritime attorney familiar with this kind of situation. I won’t make a plan B AFTER a consult with an attorney.too many legal loopholes you don’t want wrapped are you. Very similar to the aviation industry you worked in before

[@larryrobinson8427]

Correction…I would wait for an attorney then make a plan B

[@amibookovza3118]

Definitely don't get another hybrid cat unless you just want a local cruiser

[@davedavids9619]

The insurance is not going to pay out anything, since this beaching is due to poor seamanship of the captain. Unless that captain has any insurance there is not going to be any payment.

[@DOUGandNIKI]

There is possibly another insurance issue if they get wind that he is using this for a business as opposed to a personal craft. It will be interesting to see what kind of insurance is in place, better hope it's not really in his personal name like he said.

[@ericforman1483]

Losing engines when the bus gets wet is OK for a Tesla, not for an ocean going boat.

[@ViniciusMiguel1988]

You would be surprised how bad is the boat electronics regarding water protection, any car has 100x more water protection than any boat in the market

[@fred6319]

if i understand correctly they had water in one hull and both engines stopped working WTF

[@peteschram9524]

It looked to me the battery bank is at swim platform level with access hatch myself I’d be wondering about that but as said most of the damage was done on the beach stern too

[@rexphinney3599]

@@fred6319 yeah I noticed the same thing. if the system wants to shut down one side because of water then ok, but shutting down both or linking the two sides together is pretty dumb. Anyone with offshore boating experience will tell you a "backup" is a key draw to a twin engine vessel.

[@dmrpers]

Those weak tubular cleats indicate you may not have gotten the best gear on board.

[@WAZZUjohn03]

I think you dodged a bullet. Careful jumping back into bed with Island Spirit. That was not a well sorted cruiser. Looking forward to your next adventures.

[@billwalker9509]

I agree 100%. To have so many issues occur in the first long sail I would say get your money and look for another boat builder.

[@Alwaysdirty-zj4tj]

I would agree, looks good on the surface, but when crap hits the fan, all fails real quick.

[@JibeTalking]

Sorry for your loss...That's a big disappointment! But I am sure things will work out in the end...The most important thing is that everyone is ok and no one got hurt. We will keep watching you guys and wish you the best success... Be safe!

[@Sommers234]

Well that sucks! So sorry this happened, Bobby. It's amazing how many YTers with new boats are having such troubles.

[@MaximumDiver]

Been following you since 2018 and I saw you survive a lot of events including the time you almost lost an eye because of fireworks. I know you can get through this. It's painful to watch and it will be a fight with insurances, but I'm sure the sun will pierce the clouds and it will be a smooth sailing on your next boat with the beautiful Amanda and the dogs. Keep your head up to the stars Captain, the best has yet to come :)

[@thebigw3377]

Old fashioned mechanical injection diesel with no electrics for me 🧨

100% and even if it’s overheating it is my call to turn it off or not

[@jguthrie247]

Sorry to hear about the loss of your boat. I know you will get it straightened up and have something even better. Keep your spirits up even though I know it is hard. You will get through this!

[@BoatingJourney]

Wow Bobby - we are speechless. We just met you at Sailing Parlay's meet up in Fort Lauderdale a couple of weeks before this happened - we're so sad to hear the news. You have such a great support system and know you will conquer this obstacle and continue to live your dream. Thank you for sharing such a tragic and emotional loss with us. Wishing you all the best in 2025. Scott and Ally

[@thomasspalding3646]

There may be no cracks in the hull but if the fridge did not stay in place that should tell you it’s not well made

[@LouisvilleKyrich]

I didn't think it looked very well made out the gate.. It was almost well made, but fell short, just off the few videos we seen in my opinion.

[@paulhunter4413]

@@thomasspalding3646 yeah. All these cats are built with composite panels to save weight. Save weight means less dense products that don’t hold screws well in the long term. It also means they show signs of age earlier too.

[@kappaiota5105]

@@LouisvilleKyrich -- why did the pumps fail to maintain .... or did the seal/stuffing box totally fail? Did anything else fail in heavy seas? The cat appears to be of good quality, though it was in the surf for 48 hours - YIKES!

[@HighMaintenancePS]

@@LouisvilleKyrichPlease site examples when you make claims.

[@LouisvilleKyrich]

@HighMaintenancePS I don't need examples for a opinion. And Bobby has had alot of nice boats.so we all should know what nice cats are.

[@Betruetotgeyself]

That cat was a POS from day 1. Bobby’s face from day one was disappointment and it was never designed to cross oceans. I’m elated that you are getting the CT56 and back on a proper sailboat monohaul.

[@hecdc305]

With a fully mechanical diesel engine.

[@Betruetotgeyself]

@ without a ECU

[@dennislowe3606]

Totally agree, the boat was overly complicated. Computers, batteries, and electrical don’t do well in a salty environment.

[@Farmnflyin]

Anything that has electrical anywhere water can get that isn’t waterproofed is foolish

[@joshuaprice955]

Completely agree

[@gsgill649]

Again, So sorry for this unfortunate event Bobby & Amanda. Things will get better. Happy New Year!

[@bobharlan9870]

What a disaster.. We'll all be with you and anxious for more updates. Keep your spirits up. Amada is back, beautiful as ever, providing support and comfort..

[@dartmoordave]

She's putting on a brave front!

[@Div3r]

That's got to be heartbreaking, waiting for so long then that happens. I’m sure Bobby will make the best of it.

[@deand9730]

Hopefully you don't get caught in a three way fight between Island Spirit, the delivery company and your insurance company !!

[@kbwinter]

It will happen…for sure. Bobby is going to get goosed.

[@kbwinter]

@ yes you are so right…And I hope Bobby knows it too.

[@drx1xym154]

@@josephdover198 -- damn, hoss - that's an odd take. I would say Bobby presents as sober. He was a pilot. He is a captain. He has sailed across the Pacific. I would say Maverick could have crossed oceans ... now we may never know. I suppose if the final report is made public, we could get a better idea. Yes, the companies will fight over it all ... I would seem many boats have odd points of catastrophic failure - such as the 45' Lagoon's and many others. It is a dangerous life. We only live once. Why should anyone live any other way?

[@josephdover198]

@@drx1xym154 Lagoon 45 and 50 are just other floating condos. They are beyond slow but probably more sea worthy than that dumpster he bought. If you want to sail the world on a big cat just get the Outremer 55. Or a used 51 and call it a day. Bobby is not interested in performance because his crew are typically not even amateurs. It's common for them to know nothing. You cannot cross an ocean with these halfwits that are being paid for a vacation and thumbnails for clicks from simps. I used to actually watch him when he had the CT56 which was during covid. Occasionally he just pops in a feed if I've recently watched a legitimate sailing channel. He's terrible but I get it. This is his source of income. Bimbos, bikinis, beaches and booze.

[@kersmash723]

@@josephdover198 guess you missed the season sailing doodles went from Comox bc to Thailand 🙈

[@trentgriswold]

Sorry for your loss. Such a bummer. Looks like the perfect 2.0 project for Colin from Parlay Revival!

[@izregistered]

You know Bobby you truly exemplified in this episode why I enjoy your content so much. When you said when something bad happens, you take that as a time to do something else. So it’s not so much the sailing but it’s your life attitude that attracted me to your channel. I hope everything works out well for you on this loss smooth sailing ahead.

[@RobDesautels]

Tough break. Been watching your channel since 2019. On the bright side, some of your best content was on the CT. The maintenance and boat up keep is always good. May not have the comfort of the new electric boat but more character. Good Luck.

[@wmvaux]

Absolutely gutted for you guys. Was really looking forward to seeing you sail around the world in it.

[@josephdover198]

That boat was not built for crossing oceans no matter what anyone thinks. It was overpriced garbage from the jump. Hell Bobby and his "crew" are not built for crossing oceans. That's a lot of days of not getting plastered drunk and dining out at the nearest island.

[@LynnAldrich-p3h]

Bobby I'm sorry for your loss. Heartbreaking

[@johnpinkerton772]

You should discuss this with an attorney specializing in Maritime Law and line up a “expert” in case things don’t go smoothly with your insurance company. The insurance company will eventually go back against the manufacturer and the company you hired to deliver the boat.

[@vynleshmynle7372]

@@johnpinkerton772 this is also Bobby’s 2nd wreck. Even though he was not on the boat this time, things are looking a bit suspicious. I don’t think this is going to be a quick payout, possibly years

[@kappaiota5105]

@@vynleshmynle7372 -- wow, lol ... _The Police_ are always fishing ... The Police is way better as a band! Roxanne! Did insurance even cover the CT '56, at all???

[@stephenkimos8376]

Terrible. The shipper will blame the manufacturer, the manufacturer will blame the shipping company, and the insurance company will blame both. Who cares as long as Bobby gets his payout? I am not sure it will be settled soon. Bobby may have further damages in that it affects his livelihood?

[@johnpinkerton772]

Once the finger pointing starts, between the various insurance carries, this will delay any payment for months if not years.

[@davidcerone6625]

So sorry for your loss guys it will be okay I’m sure we all believe in good outcomes

[@Capitalist_Pig314]

Not just Island Spirit, but no builders seem to be capable of delivering a punched out and reliable boat. I will never buy a new boat again.

[@StarTraveler649]

First the Wynns with their disaster of a boat and now Bobby losing his.

[@d.w.103]

Buy American

[@Farmnflyin]

I’m designing and building my own for this very reason

[@drx1xym154]

@@Farmnflyin -- IDK, it would seem both the Wynn boat and the Doodle's boat -Maverick were well built in many ways. Maybe not built well enough to handle or prevent the catastrophe or the series of unfortunate events >> technical issues >> bilge pumps keeping up >> "bad weather" >> "worse weather" ... causing catastrophic issues and then the ocean and the waves and the beach finish her off. Maybe makes the case for solid diesel motors with a "snorkel" so the damn motor can run under sea water to an extent (like a 4x4 truck)... and maybe none of that would have mattered.

[@Ole-vu9yj]

@@drx1xym154 How about water-protected electrics? It was invented a long time ago and is not that expensive now. But the ship's problems are on a completely different level. Refrigerators, doors and hatches ripped out in 30kn winds and 2m waves? No watertight compartments, broken keel, rudder ripped out? Sorry - a ship like this should not be on the ocean!

[@newtondelmar4416]

For anyone that has never been at sea...Mother Nature is stronger than any steel, fiberglass or carbon fiber...I helped build a 170 foot steel hull barquentine back in the 70's...she sailed the world for 10 years but finally met her match during a typhoon and now sits on the bottom of Hong Kong harbor...at sea, weather is either bliss... or a force beyond comprehension....sail safe my friends...

[@markmccabek9]

There was NOTHING close to extreme about the weather conditions reported here. This incident bears no resemblance to what did in the boat you were associated with. Don't even know the point of sharing that story here. There was some REALLY significant, although possibly somewhat small, defect in its manufacture. This boat barely spent any time at sea and wasn't even in anything one would call a storm, certainly nothing like what would be expected in every sea journey.

[@newtondelmar4416]

@@markmccabek9 hey Marco...Bobby clearly stated there was 20 knots of wind and they were dragging OVER 40 METERS of anchor chain...OK, it's not a typhoon but, certainly not a GOOD situation for any boat... And a faulty prop seal certainly didn't turn the boats interior into a war zone... IMO the real fault was the skipper attempting to complete the journey after the leak was discovered...should have reported to Bobby that it was unsafe to continue and had the vessel returned to the builder...just my 2 cents ...Happy New Year bro :)

[@doctordevo]

good luck mr doodle.. I started watching you becuase of how you responded to your life changing event that made you change your lattitude and attitude and you have been on that path ever since. So I know for you this too shall pass and you will ride the waves to the next adventure.

[@dirt69sbm]

So sorry to hear that , it was a nice boat. Hope you are able to get your old back back good luck.

[@deerfootnz]

"there's the 15m of chain. The boat had 85m of chain on it" I think that's all that needs to be said.

[@TheRhythmDoctor]

...unless the chain jammed because they couldn't deploy it with the CAN bus out of commission. Things are rarely as simple as you imply. A captain with 400,000 miles under his belt would not make a mistake like this unless conditions prevented him from deploying the anchor properly.

[@rexphinney3599]

@@TheRhythmDoctor If losing the CAN bus means you can't deploy the anchor then Island Spirit is even worse than we thought...

[@davedavids9619]

@@TheRhythmDoctor you can always free fall a chain, just take the brake off and it will go. The reason for the 15 mtrs is the so called captain, who probably was not a captain at all.

[@deerfootnz]

@TheRhythmDoctor maybe so. It certainly doesn't make me love canbus dependency any more...

[@TheRhythmDoctor]

​​​@@davedavids9619What is your evidence that he's "no captain at all"? Why are you so sure there was a mechanical backup? The previous video tour gave me the impression that this boat was way over-reliant on electronics and electromechanical devices. If he buys the exact same boat again he may be doubling down on his mistake.

[@ronaldesler686]

Bob sorry for loss,I love your channel with travels.I miss Lauryn with her constant smile , will you ever have that beauty back, keep on sailing!❤

[@GaryEast-j2k]

I'm a nubie sailor so please excuse the question but 15m of chain in that depth???? Sounds like it was about 5/6 times too little right???

[@davedavids9619]

Indeed, should have been at least 50 mtrs of chain in that weather. Captain is at fault, so hope he has insurance.

[@jsommers7477]

Did you all see the episode where The Windlass would not retrieve the chain when the motors were not running a kept blowing the main fuse on the entire boat? Makes me think that the transferring skipper ran into this problem what's putting out only 15 M of chain

[@falkpatt]

15m is just under 4:1 scope/depth ratio, which should have held in that weather. Gusts to 20 knots is not that bad at all. 7:1 is the max scope you'd need, which would be 28 meters of scope. 50 would be overkill, about 12:1 scope... totally unnecessary in that kind of wind.

[@davedavids9619]

@@falkpatt 15 mtrs is just under 4 : 1 ? How on earth do you get to that calculation ? I hope you don't anchor like that on your own boat ! The depth is 4.1 mtr, but to that you need to add the distance from sea level to the height of the windlass and on top of that you need to add the wave height. So that makes it 4.1 plus 1 (waves) plus about 1.5 (to the windlass). That makes it 6.6 mtrs and in my book 15 divided by 6.6 is just 2.27, not 4. The whole idea of a scope came from making it easier for people to understand the mathematics of anchoring. The whole idea after all is to compensate the forces the wind, waves and current can put on the anchor and chain. Since not everyone is capable of understanding the mathematics they came up with this scope idea. And for most part it will work, but it is not a given that at a certain scope you won't drag. An anchor will only have maximum holding power when the shank is level with the sea bed. If the chain is too short the angle of the chain with the sea bed is going to be steep. And that angle is from the sea bed to the windlass (therefore you need to calculate that distance as well). Add a wave into the calculation and everytime a wave passes under the bow the angle of the chain with the sea bed will increase, creating a jerking motion on the anchor shank and anchor. Now, put some wind and current forces on the boat, pushing the boat backwards and the chain will not only become tight, it will also raise the shank and because of that the anchor will lose holding power. The shank will not just pull backwards, it will also pull the anchor upwards, out of the sea bed. So the stronger the wind is the more chain you need to put out and the same goes for a lighter chain. After all, a lighter chain won't be able to withstand the forces as good as a heavy chain. The chain has a weight per meter and the anchor has a weight plus holding power for a specific sea bed, which is based on the anchor being well set and the shank being level with the sea bed. As soon as you raise the shank the anchor will start to lose holding power and at 25 degrees the anchor has lost all holding power. So the idea is that the anchor plus chain are able to withstand the forces mother nature can put on the boat and thereby on the anchor and chain. If those forces are higher than the total holding power the anchor will drag. If the total holding power is higher than the forces on the boat, the anchor will hold. You can calculate the forces (wind and current) on the boat and since you know the weight of anchor plus chain, plus you know the holding power for a specific sea bed, you can calculate your total holding power. On my boat I have a table which gives me the total holding power for each sea bed and chain length. I also have a table that will give me the total wind forces at each Bft, so it is easy for me to calculate how much chain I need to put out. I.o.w. I don't work with scopes. If you would have been to a maritime school they would have taught you that and you would not have written what you wrote now. So no, a scope of 2.27 is not going to hold anything. A scope of 7 : 1would be necessary here, but trust me, I have had to anchor with scopes of well over 10 : 1, even over 15 : 1. Last year I was anchored in a 8 Bft storm for 4 days, the first 45 mtrs we solid off the sea bed and up to 80 mtrs the chain was still getting jerked around.It was 3.2 mtrs deep, my bow is 3 mtrs above the sea level, waves were minimal. I had 100 mtrs chain in the water, so that is a scope of a little over 16 : 1. I did not drag because I had calculated what I needed to put out. I.o.w. if you want to anchor safely you have to understand how to calculate what you need in the water. Just following simplified projections is going to get you into trouble. Knowledge is everything.

[@randysommerville1622]

So sorry you all, I know you were excited about getting it. I hope and pray everything works out.

[@marlintechnologiesinc.6570]

Sad news, sorry for the loss. CAN Bus is extremely reliable IF the components, wiring and connectors are all chosen and used correctly. Water exposure will not cause problems if everything is sealed to IP67 standards. Boats and many other vehicles operate in harsh environments including wet, dry, hot, cold, vibration, dirt, you name it. Tons of blogs outline this technology (including ours.) Looking forward to seeing your new adventures on the CT56 again!

[@Krzysztof-iq4vp]

Bobby! Sometimes in life you take a step back to go forward again.. the technology you choose is maybe a good one in ten years.. but just now it is a vision and not a technique for going around the world..better to learn this on this way than in bad weather conditions by crossing the pacific without any help around you! Wish you and all crew members on board and there on KZbin a happy new year!

[@rayray5195]

WOW Bobby it sounds like a really bad build. May want to reconsider a traditional CAT.

[@BirdDog.]

I think they gave him a deal of the century for being a brand ambassador

[@Grant-c1l]

So sorry this happened to y'all. I've been watching since day one. I've seen every up and down over several years. This really sucks. Love you and Amanda together. Wish y'all nothing but success going forward.

[@Sibl3o]

Captain G knows his stuff. More solid than most Captains around.

[@wweston99]

Sorry for your loss Bobby, I subscribed to your channel when I saw your new boat and wanted to follow you on this journey, not to see this sad situation.

[@petebernhagen4640]

Holy Hanna, what a bad break for you Bobby.. How you kept your composure is beyond belief and how you continue to bite your tongue through that whole video is amazing. I know there is implications as far as insurance concerns and there are things that you should and should not say.... But if it is your boat you should be saying a lot more if it's not your boat then you're probably doing the best service for yourself and the boat itself. Positives are views and sympathetic views and opinions. But you have to think you owe us your true feelings when you are given the all clear. It could be your most viewed video.... EVER. I WANNA HEAR EXTREME SARCASM AND YOU RIP AND 2ND GUESS THAT CAPTAIN AND 2 CREW A NEW ARS!

[@jeffsmith7145]

Love watching your channels. Hope it all works out for you, and it's uplifting to see you as positive as you can be. Have been watching for a few years.

[@stevenstone4330]

You had a transfer crew, are they insured? If so, why is your insurance company paying for it? If they were not insured, why in heck did you use them?

[@pathfindergeorgia1117]

I agree, why are you and your insurance dealing with this. You have not received the boat and should not be responsible for any thing. The operator at the time should be responsible regardless. Island spirit and the operator should be responsible for this.

[@walterhill9642]

I'm sorry this happened Bobby. I know you guys were really looking forward to that boat. I've been considering the hybrid power cats from several different manufacturers for quite a while now, and I'm actually very encouraged by the fact that the batteries - house and drive didn't cause fire even when completely submerged in salt water. The manufacturers all said this was the case, but actually seeing it is an entirely different degree of comfort. It would seem that this incident really had nothing to do with the hybrid drive, or the new technologies. There's nothing I've seen here that would dissuade me from pursuing this technology in the near future.

[@MikeGibson-l5e]

Omg spit it out bob...listening to you tell a story is like pulling teeth

[@Tesstickles101]

He Cant say what he thinks because he wants his Insurance payout. You can be sure the insurance will pull the story apart though before they cough a million dollars up. Someone is responsible starting with Spirit. Lets be honest it couldnt make 600 miles what chance would that stand in the pacific.. Pattaya is best for the Ladys not boats..starting in soi 6 google it

[@moonhand8311]

Bobby's surprisingly unprepared for this YT presentation. Poor. Not his usual standard.

[@charley95sheridan44]

I think everyone is being too hard on him although his speech is noticeable. People forget he had a stroke a few years back, I'd like to see him lay off the sauce though. I think he's a good guy with a lot of crap luck that life throws at ya.

[@Performance_Motorsports]

Man o man, Bobby, I am not a Cryer, not a cry baby...but I cried about this sailing doodles incident, yes, its totalled...I'm am so sorry for Amanda and sailing doodles future :(

[@TheStiggggg]

Sorry about the boat. I think this may be a blessing in disguise though. I love fancy electronics and all that and was really excited for the videos on the new boat. Then the first video came out. Basic things like balance were not taken into account. The interior looked like the crap used by people flipping houses. The electronics appeared to just be thrown together without adequate testing. Taking that thing on an ocean passage would be sketchy at best.

[@pmmmmmmmmmmmmmm]

Jeez Bobby and Amanda, what heartwrenching news. Unbelievable. That must’ve been hard to take in; good to see you’re taking the most positive out of this. All the best to you both in 2025! Keep up the great vids!

[@MacBailey]

Everyone with a new boat has had big problems. You guys totaled in delivery, LaVagabond gets run into, and the Wynns have some major electrical to be rebuilt. Tough year for new boats.

[@StarTraveler649]

The Wynns' boat was a p.o.s. from the start.

[@mikeb8342]

Wandering Hillbilly lost his boat either this year or later last year (power cat). That was a mooring bouy breaking loose, not the boats fault.

[@dionysiaex5538]

Now I understand why Delos are building their own. And not relying entirely on electric power.

[@haroldconnell2973]

Bummer, so sorry, prayers for a good outcome!

[@sonjakunze8121]

No one was screwing with you it was when the second microphone came in

[@mbseeking6570]

Had my sailboat stationed near Thailand for about 10 years. Storms are not too severe but what does come can catch you out. Water is shallow so can be quite different, rougher , than open ocean in lesser winds. Taking water and engine failure speak to sea worthiness. 15m rode seems a little light when more was available. More is usually always better. Under duress the new technology would have been a challenge. Am an electrical engineer, love sailing but by gosh its hard to get past the reliability of an iron genny. Maiden disaster. Maybe a blessing. Best of luck.

[@michaelburke9153]

Regardless of this sad news, Linda and I wish you a happy New Year. Loved "Naughty Dogs". I do hope you get it back. That boat can go anywhere. Good luck Bobby and Amanda. Your Mom is amazing. Thank you for allowing us to see her again.

[@pipercolearchitects]

Incredibly tragic, it was a stunningly beautiful boat. Thankfully no one was injured!!!

[@phoenix_NZ]

The design of this CAT with low transom (Walk throughs) and ranch slider was one of the things that exaggerated the issues, at least it didn't have sail drives. I'm a fan of CAN-BUS but some time keeping things simple is the best way. Good luck with the next boat

[@SC-vw1nx]

Because batteries created stability issues!

[@jlindsay3854]

Thanks!

[@Sailingdoodles]

Welcome! Thanks for the super!

[@adammatthews2826]

Dude, take the check from the insurance and run, it will never be the same…

[@markmccabek9]

Be said the company already offered them a while new boat. Hull #5 or 6. You are 100%, this thing is a scrap pile!!

[@lucianestridge7964]

I've been watching since you started your channel and I love it. The lady with you now is by far the most beautiful of all the other crew. Love her energy and style. God bless and cruise on.

[@gochasesomething8818]

I had a bad feeling since you ordered this thing....

[@Jmax-v3k]

Me think it's all b.s. He floats..

[@metrorealtypartners2160]

Sorry to hear about the boat Bobby as I know how long you waited for your new home. I know it’s gotta be devastating, but you have a good attitude about looking for a silver lining or a next adventure rather than dwelling on negative. I hope the insurance companydoes the right thing for you… Good luck and hope to run into you again all of these days.

[@TerryNew62]

That’s so sad to have a second major accident with one of your yachts, even worse because you weren’t even there with it. It was such a promising future taken away. Best wishes back on Naughty Dogs. Fair winds and smooth seas for the New Year. 👍⛵️🎉

[@lotusdolphin]

So heartbreaking Bobby. I’m so sorry. Have fun on the cruise. Getting the old CT boat back and sailing sounds like a great plan I mean life happens while you’re busy making plans. At least no one was hurt. That’s good news. 🤟🏻😎⛵️🇺🇸

[@crashgilliam5983]

Sounds like a reason not to have a boat with electric motors since it failed when it got we. Diesels will keep going until intakes are submerged.

[@Motormad196]

So sorry to see the boat in this wrecked condition, but at least no one was injured. Maybe someone up there is looking out for you and Amanda.

[@murrat]

That is a big shock to loose a boat. Glad to see no one was hurt. If your looking at new boats, I would personally stick with diesel engines with 12v start batteries. Lithium phosphate house bank with Solar and generator for charging.

[@AdventuresonTour]

Even with Diesel, there are still all kinds of electronics on new engines. The water leaking around the shaft seals that caused the electronics failure could have happened with diesel as well. Sounds like the real issue here was not enough anchor chain was put out, to hold the boat.

[@murrat]

@@AdventuresonTour Perhaps you are correct. We will never know now if this boat was capable of a circumnavigation. I was really looking forward to see if it was possible with minimal issues.

[@rayangus4057]

Ditch the electric

[@howardhudson5054]

Sorry for your loss mate. I hope you get to bounce back.

[@garryhammond3117]

So sad news guys - One door closes a new door opens - Hi to Mom! - Happy New Year! - Cheers!

[@ourboatyverse]

What a shame Bobby! Never nice to see a boat destroyed, especially a new one you haven't even sailed yet! Gutted for you mate!

[@sf_raiders_fan3520]

In Thailand Bobby sailed the boat for two weeks.

[@Crazyreseller]

When you hire a delivery captain wouldn’t the boat be insured under his policy or is that not how it’s done?

[@sailingleelawadee]

Delivery captains normally have a reliability insurance for their deliveries. The boat insurance need to be made by the owner. If it has been proven that the crash was due to delivery captains failor, his reliability insurance should jump in.

[@captaindashing330]

Hey Bobby and Amanda, you guys must be absolutely guttered. With the loss of your brand-new yacht. Great that you are so positive and are planning on another plan. Best of luck. Happy New Year. I hope 2025 is a much better year.

[@metafeedburner]

That breaks the saying about the two happiest days with each boat, the day you buy it & the day you sell it!

[@landahoy5217]

Gezzzz that original 😂

[@RVmotoTravel]

​@@landahoy5217 In this case, very True tho!

[@JayB-bq7hh]

Well that sucks and at least you have Amanda , right ?? A ton of good parts , like ropes, sails and whatever !!! Happy New Year and hope it all works out perfectly.....................ttyl

[@stevejudd7777]

Jesus Bob, Cant you catch a break? I have been with you since you lost your last boat (and nearly your live). You hide your disappointment well. Why is it your insurance involved? Surely the transporters should have insurance / Liability cover? Keep positive mate.

[@danielstopka1313]

Sorry to hear about your boat. Sailing La vagabon Riley and Alaina also had a boat accident that took out there boat.

[@pogo1140]

CAN bus = controller area network. It's what allows the ecu to talk to the various modules and controls.

[@MycSailor]

Sorry to hear about your loss. Hope you get back in the water with the girls soon!

[@jadesluv]

Ultimately what caused it was that the CAN bus (which allows any electronic module that us attached to the bus) to communicate with other modules on the bus. Electronic messages can be sent and received to other modules if necessary. Once water got into the CANBUS cable it stopped all messaging, maybe connectors were not watertight. So no messages from the throttle module were commanding the engine module to operate. I’m going to guess a connector was not waterproof, taking on water from a shaft seal leaking as the start of the problem. As an electronic engineer, I would want to know where the communication error occurred.

[@wabbit-348]

I would want to know my next boat would be a diesel with a mechanical injection pump and no electronics of any kind. Don't mean to be rude but Electrical / Electronic Engineers have ruined modern cars, heavy equipment, atvs and motorcycles. It was inevitable that they trashed boats next.

[@BirdDog.]

I agree. I think the tech will eventually get there I’m just not willing to be the test pilot.

[@CGT80]

How about a mechanical backup system?

[@Pixelplanet5]

@@CGT80 all engine controls are electronic unless you run old school diesels with a throttle cable.

[@dionysiaex5538]

@@wabbit-348 Ask any lifelong mechanic of any kind of transport and they always prefer non-electrical systems. Especially in a boat the failure of electric is obviously a disaster waiting to happen.

[@davidwhiten3742]

I’m so sorry Bobby. I know how much you guys loved this boat. Wishing you the best of luck. 🛐

[@Capitalist_Pig314]

Delivery company? Sounds like manufacturer errors

[@wing-it7596]

Bobby hasn't even taken possession of the boat yet, I don't understand how he has to pay for it. (his Insurance)

[@fred6319]

if i understand correctly they had water in one hull and both engines stopped working WTF

[@davedavids9619]

Not knowing how to anchor is not the problem of the manufacturer. The boat may have had technical problems, but there was no reason to beach the boat. If this captain would have anchored properly nothing would have happened. Problem was that the captain did not know how to anchor and thereby the beaching was imminent.

[@ontheroadwithyode390]

WOW! So sorry Bobby. We were all looking foreward to its arrival and new adventures. A long wait thats going to be longer now. Bummer buddy....

[@DC-si8xw]

wow thats so sad, plenty of blame to go around, boat builder has bad leak on the prop shaft and the captain cant seem to sail or navigate and uses 3 to 1 scope on the chain, seems like a perfect storm. so much time lost, thankfully nobody was hurt

[@111msw]

Sorry for your loss 😢

[@boatnote1670]

The delivery skipper apparently has 400,000 miles of experience. That's on boats with cruising speeds presumably between 4 and 15 knots (assuming mix of sail and power). He is either very old (like myself) or very unusual

[@toddday356]

All electric is not a good idea in the first place.

[@MrJoelkamins]

I have an all electric hybrid lagoon 420 built in 2008. Still going strong into 2025….

[@peterstarkey1360]

Just curious , what sort of boat do you have ?

[@MrJoelkamins]

@@peterstarkey1360 Lagoon 420 Hybrid

[@Fox4_Travel]

This is exciting. Those were some of the best videos !

[@larrysparks7105]

This channel is going to the dogs. Literally!

[@carlf.nichols9535]

Best of luck in this process going forward. I am heartbroken for you!

[@daveharris5859]

I think you just got blessed.

[@JoyintheGrind]

Indeed. If he’s smart, he’ll walk away from that dumpster fire.

[@johnevans4015]

Not walk but run

[@TheBDD1970]

Sorry to hear of this Bobby. CAN bus is a standard for digital controller communications. Aircraft, ships, and cars all use this to link the computers and various computers such as the transmission and engine controls. I hope this year is ultimately a success for the Doodle crew.

[@robertscholz4486]

I'm really glad for your sake that the batteries did not turn out to be an issue (Fire), but this does point out the issue with the electric propulsion. Had the propulsion been a diesel system with bilge pumps in the engine compartments your boat would likely have made port. Every since the first time that you told your viewers of your intention to build this type of boat, I have kept quiet, but i have worried about your choice to myself ever since. No matter where the mounting point for the battery bank, the power supply lines are a weakness in the system ... one simple short to the water ingress, and you have lost all ability to control the vessel. It's one thing to loose the ability to view electronic charts, have lights on the vessel, have climate control, induction cooking, and be able to recharge personal electronics, but it is a considerable issue to lose vessel propulsion! At the very least you should have opted for a hybrid system similar to what Delos 2.0 is planning --- one diesel unit and one electronic unit --- lose the electronic system, you can still get to the next port via diesel. I hope for your sake and the channel that the insurance company and manufacturer do the right thing here. Best of luck on the boat, and the best that can be made of the holiday season all things considered!!!

[@pogo1140]

If water gets into the diesel's electronics, it shuts down too.

[@robertscholz4486]

Yes it does ... eventually. However, most electronic systems separate the battery bank from the electronic propulsion system for weight distribution -- the longer the distance between the propulsion system and the battery bank, the more points at which the water can come into contact with the battery bank to short it out. A well designed engine compartment will include high capacity bilge pumps as well as a water tight compartment so that the engine will continue to run while even partially submerged allowing the vessel to make port before engine failure. A diesel engine can run completely submerged ion water as long as the fuel supply is not compromised and there is an air supply to support combustion (look up Hummer fording rivers).

[@BobFlan]

I hope you fix this, you are a good guy and make fun videos. I have much empathy for you.. I commented previously about the all electric fully tech wired and controlled motors and their problems. If you look at the Island Spirit release, they specifically say the captain has reported the engines shut down due to communication difficulty. And then he grounded. This is exactly what I warned about in my previous post. 2 things. 1. do not buy this boat, return it if you can. 2. Do not buy a full tech enabled electric system. Not for a boat. When your Tesla has a problem, you just pull over to the side of the rad. When a boat has this problem, you get this, a totaled boat.. This technology is not suitable for boats off shore. Do you really want to be trying to figure out a software problem when engines shutdown and you are headed for the rocks? Do you want to be on hold with the help desk when they say "try turning it on and then off". LOL. Go buy a boat that has diesel engines, and make sure you can mechanically bypass all tech and just run the diesel from a cable throttle. Best of luck

[@ml.2770]

Woohoo electric boat! Woohoo electric wreck. Never mess with Big Diesel.

[@gregmclane9834]

Sorry Bobby. I love watching you and Amanda. Pray everything works out. Greg

[@riccardofundament9295]

That was a Condomaran...that couldn't handle its first blue water voyage...also engine compartments should be water tight for that very reason....shaft leaks sink a lot of boats...with a water tight compartment...one can handle such situation...sorry for the loss...

[@robhowen]

The very best to you in dealing with this claim! After this is all done, I hope you will share what you learned about insurance, captain terms, contracts, coverage; and anything else that might help someone else considering a captain's transport.

[@theshyguitarist]

I told you early on that getting a boar like this that relies on batteries, electric motors and solar instead of tried and proven diesel engines was a stupid idea. In fact you guys saw the writing on the wall early on.

[@BobFlan]

yep, I just posted the same comment. You cant trust skynet to run your boat, use the tech, but always have a bypass to run the diesels with a cable throttle. Can you imagine being on the phone with the tech help desk and them telling you to try turning it on then off as they always do, while you move ever more closely to the rocky shore. LOL.

[@theshyguitarist]

@BobFlan Even worse, what if that shit happened during an ocean crossing? Never would I get a boat that relies totally on electric. Electric maybe as an option, but there should always be a diesel engine or two as standard go to power.

[@michaeldenicola6725]

Sorry to hear about the boat. Have a Happy New Years

[@kevingregory2864]

I'm heartbroken for you guys! You've got a great attitude Bobby. Shit happens and nothing you can do about it, stay positive. We'll be watching and following you no matter what. It's not about what you're sailing in, it's about who you are that we love.

[@user-gb4hr5nt9e]

Yup, with a conservative 5 ft of height of the anchor roller above the water line and I assume a 5-foot height as a minimum depth to float in. That's 10 ft minimum to base scope on, so during a storm they had at very best 5 to 1 scope width 15 m of chain out. Since I'm pretty sure they put out the anchor before they were in minimal floating depth, it doesn't take a rocket scientist to say they put nowhere near the amount of anchor line out that they should have! Plus, in storm conditions much more scope should have been put out and with no propulsion and you're dragging, the the anchor road should have been let out to the maximum on the boat to hopefully stop the dragging! in the Bahamas are usually anchor in 4 ft of water and let out 100 ft of chain just because I can and I like to sleep at night... so your eye rolling assumptions on what caused the beach in is absolutely correct... Good luck, Frank

[@l8knight845]

A couple of inches of water in the bilge destroyed the boat. Electric is truly the future. In other news I'm also currently selling my electric car. Doesn't work on land either.

[@rocketpropelled]

It really is insane. Also the same people that supposedly love the earth want fertile farm land destroyed by rows of solar panels so they can have electricity.

[@mgunning7362]

A boat that relies on CANBUS to operate is a deathtrap