10 Reasons Why BOATLIFE SUCKS (Relationships, Drinking, Nudity... etc) | EE 150

10 Reasons Why BOATLIFE and Sailing and Cruising SUCKS (Relationships, Drinking, Nudity... etc) plus bonus!

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We have spent the past several years living in and on our boat. And now we've put our heads together to come up with some of the reasons why it isn't all that great. But all in good fun of course. Because even the "bad" things about this life, really are pretty great, so stick around for that side of things too!

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Intro:
00:10
Relationships:
01:34 - Discussion on challenges boat life poses to relationships.
Something is Always Broken:
02:32 - Talk about the constant maintenance required aboard a boat.
Cleaning the Bottom:
03:34 - Highlighting the necessity and challenges of cleaning the bottom of the boat.
The Boat Rocks:
04:36 - Discussion on the benefits and discomfort of the boat's constant rocking.
Unpredictability:
05:44 - Highlighting the unpredictability of boat life.
Alcohol Consumption:
08:00 - Discussing the prevalence of alcohol in sailing culture.
Oceans Safe Products:
08:45 - Talk about the importance of using environmentally friendly products aboard.
Living in a Small Space:
09:42 - Describing the challenges of living in a confined space.
Holding Tank Problems:
10:36 - Discussion on the unpleasant aspect of dealing with human waste aboard.
The Community:
11:19 - Highlighting the positive aspects of the sailing community.
Equal and Opposite - the Pros
12:38 - 10 reasons why we love it
Bonus - Nudity:
19:30 - Nudity

[coralgwyn-williams]

I'm an easy internet viewer of your channel. I don't sail, I know nothing about sailing, I am completely in awe of the fact that you do all the things you do, I am amazed that you manage to fix everything, I love that as a couple you are both just fabulous! I get to live vicariously through you without getting seasick, wet, scared or otherwise inconvenienced by anything. Rock on!

[daviddelrosario]

I’ve been a boater for over 65 years and I’ve had many boats both power and sail. I currently have a 2005 Beneteau 373 that I bought brand new. I’ve watched all your videos from the start. In my opinion, you guys rock! You both jumped in the deep end and are doing it! I’m very proud of both of you. Keep going and don’t let anyone stop you. Fair winds and following seas.

[timhollar]

My experience is that the moment you step off of your boat, with all tasks and repairs successfully completed, you boat knows it. It assures that something else breaks before you return. This is an absolute.
Boats have personalities. And they are jealous of their captain having any life without them. Therefore, a new problem REQUIRING THEIR captain’s TLC.

[ianprice]

The greatest thing about the life that you probably don't yet appreciate yet are the memories that you make. You're very unlikely to remember the days you went to the office but the sailing trips last a lifetime!

[deBiezel]

“There is always someting broken”. Our best friends travelled around the world with their sailboat and they always said they are “repairing around the world”.

[annepringle]

I had wonderful friends that lived on their 40’ sailboat for 50 years… and they always said they had no schedule… they just went where the wind took them! I always thought it was just them but now I realize it’s part of live aboard boat life.

[jcdawg]

I'm a power boater but I also enjoy sailing with friends. The "something is always broken" thing is true for all boats but is exponentially more so for sailboats. Sailing itself is so much more work than power boating. Sailors spend endless hours working on their boats. From the rigging to engines to generators to electrical systems to through hull fittings and hatches, a sailboat is an endless "to do" list. I know sailors who spend all weekend working on their boat so they can get it ready to sail the next weekend. I tell my sailing friends "sailing is work disguised as fun".

[gottaflylee]

You guys nailed it. This is not for the faint of heart when doing crossings or long distance passages from port to port. I remember the first transatlantic I was on and knowing that there was no one but us to get us through if something happens, it can be humbling but things like that makes us stronger. Calm seas my friends...sail on!

[steveknight]

Something is always broken... on land, too, especially living in an old house, so I fully understand that one. Well, all of them, really.

[kellik]

1 reason why boat life doesn't suck: You're not living your life in a cubicle for 10 hours per day while your debt continues to increase!

[vizsla]

You two are amazing. That you have the maturity needed to maintain a relationship under so many stressors is impressive.

[ValkyriesEscape]

What a great, and very personal, episode. Like you, I’ve witnessed relationships meltdown and end due to the sailing life. I’ve also seen and meet people all the time who have such amazingly strong and deep relationships because of living so close and often so isolated with their partner. I believe it comes down to being really good friends, finding the excitement and joy in the random life and the adventures that just come to you, and being at peace with your human. One reason I love your channel is the dynamic you have with each other. It’s inspiring. Thank you for sharing little glimpses of your world. You’ve brought a lot of smiles to many faces.

[knotnauti]

Love this. Add some kids into the mix and the craziness of this top ten list goes to the next level. The girls live in bikinis, the boys never seem to have a shirt on, the mess on the boat is insane, but then it's all clean minutes As a busy Dad I hate it when stuff breaks, but love the projects. I would add onto the list cooking! Provisioning in a small area is an artform, and making great meals when you haven't been to the supermarket in a month is an essential life skill!! Love your work team, your videos are great. Rock on!!

[mikeraymond]

For the last 3-4 years I have been following about a dozen sailing youtubers. You are the only one that has lasted. It is because you are the most enjoyable and attractive people online. You consistently entertain. I love Jade's poetic introductions to most vids. Best wishes from Canada.

[edtaylor]

I've toured on Motorcycles, drove Semi trucks, Busses, boats, campers... It doesn't matter what, Something always needs fixed, is broken or will break. That's life!! Bon Voyage!!

[davidbesemer]

You two are doing great! Recognizing and accepting that the cruising life is not all rainbows and unicorns is a big part of the journey. We too had to come to terms with this during our 8-year voyage, and it ultimately helped us realize just how worth it the whole adventure is. Enjoy it!

[legion]

Wife and I made it through an RV journey - F250 with a 25' pull behind with 2 cats. Never towed something that large and we did sell everything else we owned - only kept what we could pack in the truck and RV. That adventure brought us closer than ever! Now - our new adventure is completely remodeling an older home, taking everything down to the studs room by room and doing almost all the work ourselves....lol I'm slowly planting the seed of sailing....maybe someday that adventure will come true for us. Enjoy your channel!!!!

[dillongurel]

Absolutely love the way you two look at each other, it's so pure, true and beautiful.
Every episode, I've been watching from day one, so happy for you both !

Tank you for the great content.

[matthiasvonmutius]

Nice video :-) And yes there can be moments that suck: our number one is studip charterboats that have no clue what and how they anchor, thereby draging into our boat or anchoring much to clos so with the next windshift they are just a boatslength in front of you, but the whole crew is on land drinking etc.
Biggest plus is having your private perfect bay and make love under a the stars, second best is sailing in perfect wind and waves and doing 12+ knots on our trimaran and the autopilot is steering and everything is just wow.
Matthias returning to the boat in the Agean next week for another month of boatworks and then a whole summer of boatlife.

[keneckert]

Great update, glad to see you both looking healthy again after the recent illnesses, and very accurate lists on both fronts. One item I would add to the "Positive" list is that there is nothing like the night sky when it's clear and you're on a passage away from coastal light polution. Both with a full and new moon (and I know you both know this) but the sky is totally different than when you're on land. Belated happy Easter, stay well and press on.