Living on a Self-Sufficient Sailboat for 10 Years + FULL TOUR

Brian and Karin Trautman have been living on a sailboat for 10 years, and their boat is set up so they can be off the grid in remote places for months at a time with solar and wind power providing electricity, a water maker that turns salt water into fresh water, multiple freezers and loads of storage space for food, and even a small washing machine on board!

They've sailed SV Delos – a 53' sloop rig ketch – 83,000 nautical miles which is the equivalent of circling the earth at the equator more than 3 times. Their latest adventures include sailing as a family with their 6-month baby, Sierra, and outfitting the boat with a heater so they can explore the Arctic this summer after several years in the Tropics.

If you want to follow SV Delos, and support their amazing vlog-style documentary project about the liveaboard lifestyle, we've included links to all their pages here:

Thanks so much for watching and please stay safe!

Mat & Danielle

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Music & Song Credits:
All music in this video was composed, performed, and recorded by Mat of Exploring Alternatives.

Editing Credits:
Mat and Danielle of Exploring Alternatives

Filming Credits:
Brian and Karin from SV Delos

[ExploringAlternatives]

Thank you for watching! We are so excited to have collaborated with SV Delos on this video and you can follow their journey on all the platforms here:

[MegaKyle]

Best pickup line. “Hey wanna go sailing?”

[gabrieldiazrozas]

This dude has internet in the middle of the ocean and I cant even get internet in my room

[alanroaquin]

I am a ship Captain and I have so much respect on what you do, stay safe and God bless.

[timeriderx]

I am speechless! Unusual for me. My ancestor was born in Antwerp. A seaman then a captain in the US during the wars with England shipping arms and ammunition's. Your relationship together is amazing. I see life in your eyes. The inspiration is overwhelming. You give a tear to an old man's eyes. Thank you young ones. My prayers are with you! 🥰

[shimeih]

Man. Imagine having a partner who has and will support the same passion you have. They really look happy and content with their life. I love that.

I wish nothing but the best for them.

[iheartimports]

Wife : We have a toaster which is a little bit of a luxury
Husband : And down here is my satellite communication system

[robertmartinez]

I truly admire you guys. 3 years ago I moved to the Canary islands and I live in a cottage in a canyon that my girl owns. I lived in the USA for 55 years and was q total materialist. I live a very minimalistic life now and totally love it. I've learned so much about life doing this. We don't need 1000.00 boots to be happy.

[earthling_parth]

I really liked how they not only showed the amazing and beautiful parts about living life on the boat but also some terrifying incidents and experiences that one should expect in case they want to live like this. All the best to this family and hope they thrive out there :)

[shivashankar]

I wonder how people like this meet. With a crazy idea like this, staying together for 10 years, it’s a blessing to have someone who can accept to live like this. Wow.🙂

[DiverDanNZ]

Seriously, as a marine biologist and research vessel manager I can honestly say this is the best, honest and enjoyable breakdowns of life at sea I have seen in a very longtime. Well Done.

[bryguenther]

Wow! As a sailor and ship captain myself I seriously admire the adventure and challenge you two are experiencing. Stay safe :)

[ftrltzd]

I wonder how people like this meet. With a crazy idea like this, staying together for 10 years, it’s a blessing to have someone who can accept to live like this. Wow.

[mrmacju]

That baby is gonna have such great stories to tell once she grows up.

[pinkegg]

this man is incredibly well prepared and knowledged. he knows how to fix everything, he has backup plans for every situation. I would imagine very very few people could do this. what a dream and I think they deserve it.

[blueshiftministries]

This is ABSOLUTE HEAVEN! and the best part is, if you don’t like your neighbors you can just simply sail away 😃

[chasidyholloway]

This is absolutely amazing, I am Envious Of their life But at the same time I still wish them all the best How wonderful would be to wake up in the middle of the ocean

[MegaLurch]

I was in the US Coast Guard and we would run into small boats out in the middle of nowhere sometimes. I'm super impressed by your setup and configuration. Stay safe, keep exploring and enjoying the journey of life. I love this! Best of luck to you and your family!

[thedude]

My friend tried to sail around the world. His boat broke down so he came back home went to school to be a mechanic for two years then continued on his journey.

[uoqsbvh]

Followed these guys some years back and wow have they upgraded Delos. I stopped watching about 5 years ago when their crew of 7 became a crew of 3. The early years were amazing. What an amazing group of people that was. Brady and Josja, Max and Frida and babs. Wishing you guys all the best, could not even imagine cruising with a baby on board.