Boat Life: It's Getting Complicated

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Cyclone season is coming to an end soon here in Tonga and we’re trying desperately to plan our next move. But it’s getting complicated.
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Now we’re on a #sailing voyage about the world. Did we have any previous sailing experience, of course not!
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Timestamps if you like to Jump Around:
00:00 Sick &Tired
01:31 The "Our Problems Aren't That Bad" DISCLAIMER
02:04 Our Windows are Falling Out
03:28 Our Generator & Watermaker are Failing
04:39 The BIG Boat Work List
04:48 Wind Instrument Woes
05:41 Our Sailboat Insurance was Terminated
07:48 Anxious April - The Timing Calendar
08:40 Where can we Sail in the South Pacific?
13:06 Our 2021 Sailing Plans
13:59 Hot Toddy's for Sickly Sundowners
15:13 Our First Recital (I'm Sorry?!?)
16:17 Donations & The Good Uke News
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@bwheelerlcc 3 года назад

My wife works in insurance and she says you should be able to get a 30-60 day extension if you request it due to circumstances. Good luck and God bless!

@jason13533 3 года назад

My thoughts exactly 👍

@MrJx4000 3 года назад

Is it mandatory for sailors to have insurance the way car drivers do?

@pipandrewmccosh7302 3 года назад

Kia ora from Aotearoa New Zealand. Hey Nikki and Jason, we can't fix any of your boat or logistical issues but IF you do somehow get to N.Z we have a car that you can borrow, and a quiet home with fast wifi. We live about 50k north of Auckland in the beautiful coastal town of Orewa. Happy to give you a meal, lend you the car and let you use our wifi. Sending aroha. Pip and Andrew.

@gonewiththewynns 3 года назад

Kia Ora to you too and thank you for the generous offer. Tour guide and a meal, what more could we ask for...Laundry 🙌 haha. You know we’ll share as soon as get approved to sail 🤙🏻 Hope to see you if n NZ.

@ottohreiarsson7727 3 года назад

If you have a crack in the Plexiglas you need to drill through glass as near the end of the crack as you can, the crack will stop in the hole. You can use 1 to 2mm drill then fill it up with Silicone or Sika.

@jackhall4680 3 года назад

I did this on my motorcycle windshield. It worked for years!

@verynearlyaboutsailing8114 3 года назад

Definition of an insurance company: someone who's always willing to lend you an umbrella; unless it's raining.

@nicholaskeur 3 года назад

More like "sell you an umbrella"

@verynearlyaboutsailing8114 3 года назад

@@nicholaskeur Ha ha. True. Or rent it to you and then put up the rent as soon as it starts raining - or even if it doesn't.

@nicholaskeur 3 года назад

@@verynearlyaboutsailing8114 Rent is an even better analogy...

@goleafsgo8496 3 года назад

Perfect assessment of an insurance company "Just about sailing" you nailed it.

@ronbuckner8179 3 года назад

Legalized Extortion

@grantwing6996 3 года назад

Hi guys....Fiji has most of the services you need: haulout, surveyor, skilled services etc and its only 3 days of tradewind sailing from Tonga. We have done the trip to NZ many times and it can be challenging at that time of the year. Cheers Grant

@garybennett9581 3 года назад

Contact your insurance company. Tell them to talk to the underwriter and ask for a 30 day extension. Explain the dangers of sailing on a schedule and the dangers of sailing in questionable weather. Blame them for forcing you to take a risk of taking on a passage sail during a questionable season...Offer the one More month of premium vs a potential loss claim...in other words negotiate!

@Malibu_Dawn 3 года назад

Excellent idea!

@webheadusa9377 3 года назад

Ask for a 60-day extension to provide more time for a safe weather window. Your safety is first priority. :¬) Webhead USA

@HumbleRoad 3 года назад

Also, do a short recital for them and make sure they understand you will continue singing until they meet your demands..

@geraldhenrickson7472 3 года назад

Insurance companies do not negotiate. Yet I am certain that resourceful and creative people like the Wynns would try that first.

@ldirk58601 3 года назад

@@HumbleRoad :-) this was funny

@spunkycat6144 3 года назад

Austin, Texas here, and I went 8 days with no shower, only 4 hours with no electricity, 5 days with no water. I was prepared because I watch this channel and made my 460 square foot apartment look like the inside of a boat or RV for when I do hit the road. I had it good, there were people around me with NO electricity for the entire time. The day it went out for a few hours it came back on a few hours later. But for most people, it did not come back on again. The only way we had to communicate or get ANY news was by cell phone chargers in the car and scrolling NEXTDOOR. This is how we exchanged firewood, food, water, etc. I keep a boatload of firewood outside by my grill and was giving it to neighbors who discovered that their heater wasn't working. I hadn't turned on my heat in ? 3-4 years. It just doesn't get cold enough. I am very surprised that no pipes burst. However, many apartments around me (other buildings) did and the people literally had to move, as apartments are small and you can't just move your stuff into another room (there is no other room). I am single so when the internet went out, I was just sitting. It was QUIET. The city always has a hum of electricity and the roads. The hum was gone. My internet was only out for a few days. Grocery stores had to toss perfectly good looking food. As soon as I heard this, I drove around back and looked in the dumpster- texted anyone that might be interested and within 30 mintues cars and people grabbed what they could. I unloaded what I got at a corner and anyone that drove by in my complex got free food. It was still frozen because it was literally freezing outside. Now the shelves are still bare, no water. I think other places have food, but the place where I go hasn't had a shipment yet. I have lots of dried food (Asian and Indian stores helped me rethink the way I shop and I have been doing it that way for years now). But honestly, this channel (I think it was this one, or another where you- or them had an episode of how to store water, how to wash items, how to bathe). If not, please make a survival kind of video, because now we need this kind of stuff.

@reneemitchell157 3 года назад

If you do end up coming to New Zealand, we live in Lyttelton (the port of Christchurch) and have a spare room available for free for as long as you need, and its only 2 minutes walk to Te Ana Marina.

@TheCruisingKiwis 3 года назад

Kia ora Renee, you're making us proud!

@lovingatlanta 3 года назад

👍Bless you ma’am!!! It truly takes a global village. 🙏💝🤗

@nicolemayer1671 3 года назад

You guys are so positive and giving back to whatever community you are part of is so endearing to watch. I wish you the best!

@michelpaulcote156 3 года назад

Many sailors buy insurance for "coastal" cruising only, much cheaper and available, and are not covered for the ocean passage part. Most claims are for damage occuring near the coast (grounding, fire, dock, other boat dragging and hitting you...). Few sailors will need insurance if they sink in the middle of the pacific ocean....(not sure this last comment helps...).

@jamescox7490 3 года назад

I always admired you lifestyle till this last video and now I see that even two people that work as hard as you do can hardly keep up to the problems of a sailboat. The average couple would have never lasted as long as you have. Hope things get better for you at a do enjoy watching and living my retired life vicariously thru your videos.

@spunkycat6144 3 года назад

OMG. Thank You Gibson!!! I started crying at 18:05. Music in my life (I play Ukulele and am not great, but it is great stress relief and just FUN) is the glue that keeps me together. I grew up on a farm and my family would have a night where we'd all just play music. No radio, we just picked up something and played and sang. It was always Peter, Paul and Mary songs. Yeah, my parents were cool like that. Thank you all for bringing music and means to play it to the world.

@kaywarren6788 3 года назад

You could ask for your old company to give you a 30 day extension due to COVID, and ask the new company to insure you with the provision of 60 days to get the survey complete, because COVID. Worth a shot.

@jlennox362 3 года назад

As much of the world is a difficult place, the two of you bring smiles, support, and make a real difference in many lives both there in the south pacific and right here in Texas. Thank you. :-)

@billhanna8838 3 года назад

You could always pick your weather to go to N Minerva then take the next high to reach NZ , Give you extra days at sea & Play it by ear on the 50K BS. A cruise around the North Auckland area in Spring & even winter is probably better than most places at the moment . Doo daa de da da Boo

@ProjectAtticus 3 года назад

What a bummer about boat insurance! Good luck figuring out a solution! You two always seem to research, plan, and work your butts off through every obstacle, so if anyone out there can figure this one out, it's you two!

@gonewiththewynns 3 года назад

Thanks, guys 👊🏼

@tonabill 3 года назад

Similar situation after commissioning a Nauticat in Turku, Finland, sailing the Baltic and the canals and rivers of Germany, Netherlands, Belgium and France. After wintering in Mayorca, I set out to bring the boat home to Texas. I spent weeks in Gibraltar with no success in finding an insurer, since we were a US registered vessel. Hurricane season was creeping in so the Nauti Lady made it home as deck cargo from the port of Cadiz.

@bobfox321 3 года назад

Louis Armstrong, nicknamed Satchmo or Pops, was an American jazz trumpeter and singer from New Orleans, Louisiana.

@jimmarshall5453 3 года назад

Bingo.

@submechanophobia768 3 года назад

When you get to shore, find some TUCK tape and keep some on board. It's used in the construction industry for sealing vapor barriers. The stuff sticks to anything tenaciously and is UV proof . in a pinch it could seal that window in so tight, it would take a class 5 hurricane and a tidal wave to knock it out. The downside of it's upside, is that it can be very difficult to remove once it's settled into place, to the point of almost having to sand it off. sold in hardware stores here in N/A, but may have an equivalent there.

@TheOlandex 3 года назад

What insurance companies tell you in their marketing: "we care about you and will always be there for you". The truth about insurance companies: "we have an obligation to our shareholders. We must generate wealth and profit and nothing else matters - ever". It's a sickening and brutal industry, but that's the reality of it. Ultimately you guys are very bright, resourceful and have sown the seeds of much good karma. I'm very confident you'll come through this rough patch just fine.

@laurence9695 3 года назад

As a sailor myself, and previous resident of Australua for 16 years, I'd say forget boat insurance, dont stress it, and go to Australia. You'll have more boat and supplies choices. NZ makes sense, but 50k is insane and unreasonable. And it's such a tiny country that you'll have problems getting boat supplies. Consider convering the windows, mmas these are really windows not ports, either plywood on the outside. Not pretty, but you wont catch a wave on the inside. Go to Australia. And your friends already there can help. Lots of bladders of water in the bilges. Fingers crossed for you. Yes, arriving in Australia in winter is not ideal. Quarantine on Gold Coast like Archer is da bomb.

@RoadTr 3 года назад

They have a mortgage on the boat.

@gonewiththewynns 3 года назад

@Rick Adams they do not - the boat is paid for outright. Curious Minion

@Purlee100 3 года назад

Laurence, New Zealand has a very large boating industry and there are many companies capable of supplying or manufacturing the things they need. However, as a resident of New Zealand I do agree that $50k is a bit of a barrier. I think quite deliberately so. New Zealand has been very successful in keeping Covid out of the community and one way of doing that has been preventing people coming here. In normal times we have hundreds of cruisers arriving to wait out the cyclone season, if we had those numbers at the moment it would swamp our ability to quarantine them, regardless of time at sea. While I wish it was easy for the Wynns to come here, and I hope at some time they can, the bar is intentionally set high!

@jyzilvz 3 года назад

NZ still prob won't let you in and waste your time and energy, Aus has better part availability and price. There's a Small chance Aus may change quarantine regulations before you need to leave with no hotel required. Will any marinas let your boat in without insurance in Aus or NZ? Wish for you to visit NZ but I would pick Aus for the amount of work you have. Good luck.

@davidvanderwoude8130 3 года назад

Windows, when I was installing a reflective to my windows, the instructions said, Never install reflective coating on the inside of the window. Always install the reflective coating on the “sunshine”.side of the window because the sun’s rays going thru the window and being reflected back out thru the window can cause the glass and therefore the glue to overheat. I believe I saw reflective insulation on your windows on the inside of your boat. That’s my best guess for a Sunday afternoon.😊🌴

@olbuck 3 года назад

I'd cross windows off the list. As long as you have more clear silicone, sail on. You aren't stylin' in the Pacific.

@hthring 3 года назад

lots of duct tape

@michelpaulcote156 3 года назад

We almost lost our 42' ketch because of a smashed port. Duck tape is for lake sailing, not the Pacific ocean.

@davidcurle7381 3 года назад

From two Kiwis living in Fiji. Why would you go to NZ for there winter? I am sure than in Fiji you could get a full survey done for your insurance. You could make a template of your window, and send to NZ for manufacture. There is regular shipping between Fiji and NZ. I am sure you would much rather be sailing up in the Yasawas

@alasdaircross7174 3 года назад

I just watched 3 episodes of your travelogue and it bought back fond memories of Tonga for me. I'm British and my parents spent 4 years working in Nukualofa in the late 80's. I went out to Tonga when I was 18 and spent a magical 6 months surfing, diving and generally chilling. I visited Vavau for a few weeks and it was a lot less developed then - truly a paradise. Good look with your travels and keep up with your positive attitudes, it's incredible how far you've come.

@1978Tbk 3 года назад

Even with a multitude of issues on your plate, you manage to think of others and bring joy to the local children. Safety first and the rest will follow. Praying for you two along with specific prayers for those suffering in Texas. 🙏❤️

@__WJK__ 3 года назад

@SailingDoubleTrouble 3 года назад

Yep , passage to NZ at this time of the year is dicey ( as much as we would love to see you here 😊) . We’d pick Fiji . Vuda ( where DT is currently residing ) could do a haul out and you should be able to get a survey done there . We also found that parts and skilled labour are much more available than in Tonga. Give us a shout if we can assist . Currently in NZ but flying back to DT in late April ....

@rogerlehoux683 3 года назад

“There is an old joke that say the best two days of a boat owner’s life are the day he buys his boat - and the day he sells it.”

@MichaelGroenendijk 3 года назад

That doesn't sound great 😄

@Richardfra1 3 года назад

Regarding the cracks in the windows. The cracks will continue to propagate. One way to stop the progression of the crack is to drill a small hole at the end of the crack. Of course fill it with a sealant to keep the weather out of the boat.

@benfinch6209 3 года назад

Considering all you’re doing for the island, and the library...maybe you’re exactly where you’re suppose to be right now. Great videos as always!

@susanclark9958 3 года назад

Hey this is Wiz,. We met you in Tonga when we were cruising with Zatara. are in NZ now. For the size of your project list I think you would happiest with the NZ option. More bang for your buck here than AUS for sure. Basing in Whangarei for the work is super convenient. You can walk to the equivalent of a West Marine, Home Depot, radio shack,etc. Good trade specialists.

@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi 3 года назад

Why more bang for buck than Aus? Currency exchange rate wise? Seems like theres more options here in aus then there? Maybe im a bit biased being aussie though? 😄

@techmeister3208 3 года назад

We don't have any solutions but do have a suggestion. Heavy duty alternators on both engines. Redundancy, fewer parts, more space, then maybe 12 volt watermaker. Q - Boat manufacturer have replacement windows? Feel for you guys. You're an inspiration for KOKO. Fair winds

@AMentorway4u 3 года назад

Run the boat and re route the power to the water maker. If you need 110 v ac. Power it through the inverter.

@cdog5019 3 года назад

Hi guys, love your honest blogs on cruising, so refreshing amongst all the glossed over sailing families. Have crossed the Pacific on our cat this season. Recomend 12v watermaker, no question, ( we sold our 230v bought a spectra 12v)can run it 4 free all just on solar and u have a great solar set up. Also, we sailed to NZ. I would suggest Australia. Huge country to sail around and amazing coast Nicer sail too, can b v rough on approach to NZ then nowhere to go after. Don't need to commit to $50k either and top boatyard in Oz. We also had same insurance issue as you, got cover from local NZ company. No survey required. Will be aussie brokers who will cover US yachts. Good luck

@tomcraddock244 3 года назад

I have been a follower since you started sailing and find that the “foot print” you leave in all the remote areas to you’ve visited is remarkable!! it seems that everywhere you go you have a way to leave it better than you found it.ie finding medical help for those that need it ,making fresh water available to those that don’t have enough or helping a library grow their musical program.the list goes on and on.you don’t do it for show or more views, it is just who you are.so just keep being you!! Well done 👍

@cliffmainor4255 3 года назад

And don't forget about the cat and the animal adopton center! Love me some Texas Wynns!

@fc1lyles 3 года назад

... or the Bat!

@randallabrahamse8916 3 года назад

Hey guys i worked at Robertson and Caine building these boats those windows is not specially curved it is normall flat sheets thats cut to shape and when its fitted it curves while you bond it sika primer is used on window and deck surface then the black sika and you use old blocks and screws to hold it in place while the sikaflex cures only when its cured blocks are removed and final seal can be applied.

@janeconnors1807 3 года назад

Your smiley faces and positive attitudes will get you through anything that's thrown at you. Hopefully I will learn to be more positive too. Lovd your life, hard graft and all x

@GLOSATX 3 года назад

Thank you for the shout to TEXAS! It's been crazy here. One day at time guys y'all will get through it.

@davethornton9556 3 года назад

My mother always had a little painted picture hanging wall, of 2 people out in a row boat in the middle of open water. There is a storm on the horizon . The first one said Pray to God a storm is comming . the 2nd one said to the 1st, yes you are right but let's do that while we row to shore !!!! just saying :)

@brentjohnson6654 3 года назад

Yes in Texas we had quite the week. We live in north Texas (east of Dallas about 40 minutes). We had -3 F and one week later +75 F. We could have used a generator or battery backup. I have lived here for 45 years. I grew up in northern Minnesota and have had -40 F outside. Never have I lived with +40 F inside. We are contemplating backup solutions with more interest now. Hope you have good luck with insurance. Lots of money!!

@investackor9855 3 года назад

Hey guys- If y’all end up choosing NZ, we are Texans living in Auckland. Happy to help make intros and do what we can to help. It’s an amazing place!

@gonewiththewynns 3 года назад

Thanks for the great suggestions guys, but there's one we forgot to mention. Tonga's borders are closed and so flying anyone in isn't an option. Even Tongan citizens are still struggling to get home on the very few and far between repatriation flights. We're also excited that we donated 4 Uke’s to the Vava’u Public Library! If you want to help, you can learn more about the libraries needs and make a donation here: gofund.me/81b50828 Thanks to all who donate! Nikki and Jason

@james5460 3 года назад

👍 You'll have it made in the shade in a few months after you get it all sorted out 😎

@tlevans62 3 года назад

What about American Samoa? Get a US citizen who's also a surveyor to fly out to you with your spare parts and new windows as part of their excess luggage. Just a thought.

@MrRogueriver 3 года назад

You could ship your boat to NZ on deck direct from Vava'u. You guys catch the repatriation return flight for NZ in March

@tlevans62 3 года назад

Also, is it $50k USD or NZ, because $50k NZD is only $36K USD.

@Barrenchats 3 года назад

Make strong black tea, no cream no sugar, and put at least 1 tablespoon of honey while it's still hot but not to hot, sip it till it's gone all that junk will start coming out of you just spit it out,

@jeremykamel9655 3 года назад

Take the starter off and take it apart. Might just need to lube it and clean up the commutator ring. Will your water maker run from the inverter? If so then you can start both main engines and to help keep your 12v battery voltage up while your water maker is running?

@christorrance2876 2 года назад

Louie Armstrong!!!! The best.

@sarascott2217 3 года назад

You have done so much good from rescuing the wee kitten to helping people get their meds hope someone can help you out

@simoneclarke5104 3 года назад

You are both such beautiful people giving back to the communities you visit 🥰❤️, love you guys!!

@christineschulenberg8412 3 года назад

I was wondering, if you choose NZ, could you count your time/labor as part of the $50,000, in essence "paying yourselves." I would imagine that your time/labor has to be worth a substantial portion of that amount.

@bhclark6128 3 года назад

It's a 10 for your first recital!!!

@tonyhalahan5199 3 года назад

Nice to see you guys. So sorry about your boat windows and the generator....and concerning the insurance...thanks for reminding us, we will undoubtedly have problems ourselves...better check right away.!!

@Jannm 3 года назад

Keep tieing that knot and hanging on! You guys are truly making the world a better place for us all with your optimism and stewardship. It will work out, the universe is listening.

@dottieburton5501 3 года назад

love hearing you two sing it was awesome can't wait for the next time

@angelatutino6789 3 года назад

We have a saying at home : where there’s a will there’s a way! You will find your way! ❤️❤️❤️ Plus Nikki, you look amazing, beautiful and at peace. Being at sea on Curiosity in the South Pacific is doing wonders for you! 😊P.s.hubby would like to know, if it would be an option to use an inverter to run the water maker? ❤️🇨🇦❤️

@martha4136 3 года назад

So sorry all this is happening, do wish you the best. I miss your RV, your Motorhome travels.

@SailingGargoyle 3 года назад

Thank you again for such a real look into your lives. We were in a similar situation while in the Galápagos Islands in October. Our decision was a radical change and we went to Panama to resolve a similar list of mechanical issues that had piled up after 18 months cruising in remote locals. It took us a month but in the end our boat is better than we departed Vancouver. You just can't beat easy and fast access to parts as well a great mechanic at Vista Mar. We're now in the Cayman Islands contemplating were to go next as well. Whatever you decide, we'll be along for the ride. Good luck!

@james5460 3 года назад

You know, if you're adventurous, Thailand isn't all that much further than Australia. Okay, maybe twice as far. But they have superb facilities there and among the lowest prices in the world. Something to consider.

@lipsee100 3 года назад

As MP said "A spoon full of honey helps the medicine go down" keep smiling things can only get better.... Hopefully!!!!

@peterinthegong9437 3 года назад

Jason, try and get the generator Starter off. They are really not that complicated. There is a high chance it’s not burnt out and just needs cleaning. Yes, it could be brushes . Can you tell us what happening with the starter when you turn the key, what noise? Have you measured to see if your getting voltage to the Solenoid ?

@robormiston2841 3 года назад

Sometimes having an old boat has its perks. Simplicity! I would like a water maker though. Lol. I think we all need one in today's world. It seems like the world has changed so much just overnight. Ugh.

@roberttorres809 3 года назад

Jesus, I got so stressed watching this video! Note to self: Hit the lottery before purchasing a boat of any magnitude and venturing out....

@KtP370 3 года назад

This is the couple I follow so I know what all my potential nightmares will be.

@goleafsgo8496 3 года назад

The Wynns are actually a couple that are really business savvy, also I would say they are one of the very few sailing couples that I would suggest appear to be self supporting. It seems to me any money they do generate from donations (not video income simply cash handouts) from viewers is shared with the communities they are in or goes to support a cause. Animal shelter while in Fiji and Uke's for Tonga as an example. Even with a solid source of income coming in, they still seem to be spending beaucoup dollars living out their dream. You for sure need to be sharp to be able to live out this style of a dream.

@michaelhicks8867 3 года назад

I guess CoViD didn't help ... keeping the Wynns away from their boat for so long ... and making crossing borders so hoop skipping difficult with trip wires replacing common sense ... as if the virus might stow away onboard for the 20 day voyage to Aussie 😐

@johnmiglautsch4587 3 года назад

Yes! If you win, you can keep sailing till its all gone (and distant relatives will have a hard time finding you)

@GypzyJack 3 года назад

@@michaelhicks8867 ...more especially as the virus drama is 90% BS!

@grob4382 3 года назад

That new class A motorhome looking pretty good right about now.

@randallwiederholt4728 3 года назад

That's what I was thinking. RV life seems to be much less stressful. Always wanted a sailboat, but this doesn't seem to be much fun.

@jimc4731 3 года назад

Your comment is meaningful, but remember that even if you get a good deal on say a top of the line Prevost conversion like a Liberty, you must still be able to pay for any expense to maintain it. It can get real expensive real fast! JIM

@grob4382 3 года назад

🚎👍👍

@fiorebaruffi5684 3 года назад

For the problem with instruments, start climbing on the mast and removing the wind station. Then clean all the connectors (don’t use wd40!!) and wings. You can then try it by turning it very quickly by hand to check the cable passing through the mast. If no data appears on the instrument it can be the cable. Sometimes they re-start to function when are put “under pressure” and get stuck with inactivity.

@doncampbell3479 3 года назад

Your followers have given you lots of good advice. Your safety comes first. Delay your sail until the conditions are right for a safe sail. Seek an extension on the insurance. Try getting some parts shipped to your current location.

@nigelappleton2963 3 года назад

I can’t help with the weather or sea conditions but if you open a just giving page I would happily chip in for the boat repairs. You have become very important to my sanity during this lockdown and I would hate to loose you.

@sannebast 3 года назад

Dear Wynns, Thank you for your nice video's! In my experience most somewhat older boats are practically impossible to insure. We have always been sailing without insurance because of that, as many other boats must be doing. Of course it is a risk, but to me it seems more of a risk to sail in the stormy season than to sail uninsured in more reliable weather. If you do not trust you windows for the passage, maybe you can blind them for the time at see with some triplex or so, not as nice, but that will at least keep you safe. I hope you figure out for yourselves what to do best. Best wishes Sanne

@jorjimaco5331 3 года назад

New boat time! Start all over again! Yay! Welcome back! What’s money! Spend it, get it, lose it, make it again! Welcome to real life with a boat. Endless money pit, but the sunsets are all worth it! Maybe?!? Have fun!!!!!!

@mattparkin7353 3 года назад

Pull your starter motor off the generator. Pull it apart and use a scotchbrite dish scrub pad to clean the commutator. Additionally if the brushes are worn you should be able to fi d some similar in Tonga, then put it back together. Wind instruments, use a multimeter to see if your getting a voltage at the wires inside before scaling the mast, obviously check when its windy. Check in Dc & ac.

@sylvainva2os773 3 года назад

Maybe rename curiosity for Perseverance 🤣

@dircery 3 года назад

What about Hawaii? It is about 2.5 weeks of sailing, since the cyclone season is done in the northern hemisphere you may be able to leave sooner, and while it isn't main land you may be able to get more goods and services than on the smaller islands.

@wendyweaver8749 3 года назад

dircery - Posted by the Wynns about three hours after your comment: " Hawaii is much further away and the wrong direction. It would require well over a month at sea, sailing against the trade winds. Not something one takes on in a comprised vessel."

@1cjherrington 3 года назад

Your so calm for all that's needing repaired. Cute concert thanks guys. Feel better soon

@opaandomascampingadventures 3 года назад

We are in Texas and know about the storm. Not a snow birding paradise last week! Still sounds better than $50K in repairs! Good Luck!

@hilarypace2529 3 года назад

Legendary Louis Armstrong. Hoping your insurance company comes on board with a months extension.

@glennedwards1449 3 года назад

Yes his collaboration's with Ella are simply the best music in the world.

@patwilliams3364 3 года назад

I was thinking maybe Louis Prima

@AverytheCubanAmerican 3 года назад

I think you should try Fiji even though you prefer Australia or New Zealand they still have those services and it's nearby. I don't think it's worth the risk to travel to Australia or NZ, especially since it can be challenging this time of the year. I think another option you should consider is American Samoa, since you ARE a US-flagged vessel. And the territory is also nearby. Pago Pago harbor has a shipyard that offers those services

@dclark7264 3 года назад

I loved ya better in an RV. Stay encouraged

@mikeramsey9747 3 года назад

Hey guys, have you considered making a 500 mile run up to America Samoa (pago pago) where there are several flights a week out of Hawaii to obtain some much needed parts? I know there are haul out facilities there and being a US (crane and a 300 ton railway marine crane) territory you might be able to solve the insurance issue or at least get some important repairs (parts come in via UPS air freight) completed before sailing to New Zeeland or Australia .

@Lynn-Callahan 3 года назад

Just an idea - make an additional RU-vid video each week. Say do three per week. Would that bring in more money for you to pay for the $50,000 of boat work? Can you imagine how awesome your boat would be after $50,000 worth of work?

@sailingarista 3 года назад

Thanks for another great episode!

@mlua02 3 года назад

You 2 are a blessing everywhere you go, thank you, Keep making a difference

@otpyrcralphpierre1742 3 года назад

Nikki, even when you're sick, you are Lovely.

@arielblumenduft3293 3 года назад

i don't like the idea of you guys going on a long sail or a passage with all these boat issues unresolved, my unqaulified and usolicited advice is as follows: order all the necessary parts to tonga, repair what you can repair, then, let the damn insurance expire (also, try the negotiation that people have suggested) and then travel to somewhere where you can haul out and get new insurance. also, if everything else fails, let us know what insurance company that is and we'll let them know our thoughts.....

@kevinfisher1345 3 года назад

While you are perfectly entitled to express your thoughts to an insurance. That will not be doing them any favours (besides the point you are not even a potential client so doubt they would listen much anyway). Did you not hear them say there are very few options getting boat insurance for americans these days. This is an issue that has been developing for several years now. So I am sure Wynns consider themselves fortunate just to find one willing to cover them. So yea lets piss off one of the few remaining options they have. But more importantly the issue at hand is a common practice with most if not not all boat insurance. They commonly request a haul out and boat inspection for any new boat insurance. Plus most also will typically request this every 'x' years to renew as well. For good reasons.

@arielblumenduft3293 3 года назад

@@kevinfisher1345 well, it looks like you are the one who hasn't paid attention, their current insurance providers already told them that they will not renew their insurance policy, so who cares? and yes, i agree, i am perfectly entitled to express my opinion just like you are entitled to be an insufferable smarta$$, i just wish you got the facts straight :)

@kevinfisher1345 3 года назад

@@arielblumenduft3293 I never said their current insurance didn't tell them that .... So Wtf are you talking about? I was talking about another insurance that they are trying to get, the same that others they know have, such as Zatara, etc. Their current one is dead and dusted, it is past history. Or soon will be when it runs out and expires. One should not focus on the past but the present ... you know the one that they are trying to get a surveyor for so they can get a new current policy with a new insurance provider. And this is what YOU pretty much implied as well with your "travel to somewhere where you can haul out and get *new* insurance. also, if everything else fails, let us know what insurance company that is and we'll let them know our thoughts....." (my bolding for emphasis). So again I have to repeat WTF are you talking about with their current insurance mate? Why are you raising that up when even YOU were talking about the hopeful new insurance company? Sorry mate but I got all my facts correct.

@arielblumenduft3293 3 года назад

@@kevinfisher1345 tl;dr, get a life, meet new people, maybe get a pet :D

@kevinfisher1345 3 года назад

@@arielblumenduft3293 So in other words you can not answer my question(s) I see. Instead lets try to attack the character. I have a pet and have had plenty of lives living all around the world. I was pretty much thinking the same thing when I read your OP.

@markjennings2315 3 года назад

As for sailing to NZ, with regard to the minimum NZ$50,000 works spend requirement I think that could suffice as estimate from overhaul facilities. I think you can legitimately later transpose a big chunk of the labour content from the engineers to yourselves once in-country. Also why do you need to register the boat in USA? Re-register to another country perhaps.

@robertmiller5735 Год назад

happyness is watching you guys play and sing !

@PetervanderPalm 3 года назад

In Fiji you have good repair options, where you can also insure. New parts are also quickly available there. That's not far from you, is it? Get well, you know what kind of medicine works best, I see.

@StreetTruckinTitan 3 года назад

Just set up a gofundme to help pay for repairs or towards a new boat. Ive seen lesser channels bring in big $ to help in their particular cause? Im sure lots of your viewers would love to help out in any way they can. Peace ✌

@TXNbychoice 3 года назад

Definitely would help out.

@parrothead7576 3 года назад

They said the annual expenses are around 50 grand. Their Patreon donations are over 150 grand already, so why the need for a gofundme?

@StreetTruckinTitan 3 года назад

@@parrothead7576 why not? Money from the blue offsets expenses. As a long time viewer I have no issues with help funding repairs or towards a new boat.

@parrothead7576 3 года назад

@@StreetTruckinTitan i see your point and agree that I also would gladly kick in for repairs. Just wanted to let you know that they seem to already be well funded. At least as far as the statement they made about the annual expenses.

@luigib9279 3 года назад

It’s the thing on top of the mast for sure. Start sailing again and forget about all of it (gen and windows and stuff)

@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi 3 года назад

Was thinking the same, wasps and stuff often build nests in aircraft pitot tubes, probably the same for wind measurement instruments on boats id say.

@gsabo1000 3 года назад

Time for a change. RV, yacht, next? BABY!

@johnw6538 3 года назад

If you have not already, I would suggest you contact Chubb insurance. They, so far have been still offering coverage to US boats that others won't. From what I understand, recently Boat US is no longer covering multi hulls over 40' even if US flagged in US waters. I might add that those suggesting Curiosity sail w/o insurance leaves them open to the possibility of an uninsured lightning strike, which could potentially end their cruising days on this vessel due to the cost of repairs added to the existing ones. A risk that does need to be considered. Good luck, and just ride the wave, your love will see you through.

@twoeagledrones 3 года назад

So where do you think the saying “a boatload of stuff to do” came from? :-) LOL

@bruddion 3 года назад

Hi Jason and Nikki. Would you consider making a donation/fundraiser page for your boat projects? If you made the decision to travel to NZ (which I personally think is best) and sort everything out? The $50,000 is that in NZD or USD? It would be great to help out in any way we could, once your decision is made. All the best, thanks for the great videos. Cheers

@wbmssocialstudiesvideos8300 3 года назад

Totally agree! Would donate to a gofundme "boat project" fund

@parrothead7576 3 года назад

They said the annual expenses are around 50 grand. Their Patreon donations are over 150 grand already, so why the need for a gofundme?

@tomharris6323 3 года назад

@@parrothead7576 where did you get the $150k number?

@parrothead7576 3 года назад

@@tomharris6323 i went to their patreon page, took the lowest donation per week and multiplied by 52. That gave me their minimum annual donation in simple terms. I know they could lose or gain patrons during the year and some probably give more than 2 bucks. I was just looking for an estimate on their income. Having said that, if they started a gofundme I would most likely contribute because I enjoy their videos and appreciate the work they put in so that us couch captains can enjoy the journey.

@sailinghonutime 3 года назад

Man we love watching you guy's! Your honesty and passion is so inspiring. Its hard to be yourself on camera but you guys do it so naturally. Thank you 🙏😊🐢

@colin-manyeates-clan5221 3 года назад

So you may want to consider fiberglass windows instead or plexiglass. You can even make them yourself by making a foam mold and then sand to perfect fit, then polish for virtually clear windows, Be sure to use Resign with UV protection. And find the rubber glue that auto glass replacement guys use. It is expensive but well worth it. And I noticed that there is no trim. So consider getting trim which protects the edges from cracking and you push into the goooo sealant so that it oozes out for perfect seal. Tape off the area as it is messy and needs acetone to get it off. Blessings, you guys are great.

@CompoundingEverything 3 года назад

Good luck guys! I'm sure it will all work out in the end. Possibly an option to have another sailing crew in Australia take care of the haul out while you are in quarantine (before insurance lapses?

@jhogendorn 3 года назад

Heya, if you do decide that you want to head to Australia and you head to Brisbane, I can help you guys out with maybe a borrowed car and i help run a large community workshop thats very near the port of brisbane, theres 4 marinas close by. We could definitely help you get everything in good shape.

@dio3744 3 года назад

Wherever you go, you bring light and love! Always a positive influence 💕. I also follow S/V Sailing Nahoa, RU-vidrs and cruisers whose boat was in Thailand for over a year. I told them to check out your channel about your similar situation and work to cleanup and refit Curiosity. In a recent video, they said, “If the Winns’ can do it, so can we!” I feel like such a matchmaker LOL! Going to check out the link for the Tongan Library now. Love ❤️ from Texas!

@midnite22767 3 года назад

If you guys have been good at documenting costs for the boat, I would love to see a video showing how much you've spent on the boat for the duration since taking ownership.

@gonewiththewynns 3 года назад

I suspect that's too depressing haha. There is an "expenses" tab on the blog that will give you some ideas. www.gonewiththewynns.com/sailing Curious Minion

@werner1 3 года назад

Drill a hole where the cracks stops to stop it from spreading but obviously you need to be able to seal the holes with silicone or water resistant tape, I did stop a lot of cracks in plexiglass / perspex from spreading but not on a boat and it was not in contact with water, sorry good luck!

@stevewainwright3344 3 года назад

Don't drill holes. Just DUCT TAPE!

@48whodat 3 года назад

Super glue and baking soda

@dwk5234 3 года назад

You’ve not sugar-coated the options, so I’ll not sugar-coat some advice. If I were you, I’d put Curiosity back on the hard on Tonga, use wide tape to secure all of the ports in, cover and winterize the boat. Your insurance and weather risks are too great and formidable to take at this point, and everything would have to work perfectly to avoid either large expenditures or a significant loss, and you know how likely perfection is when on a long passage. When you can, travel (just yourselves) to the US to begin collecting the things you absolutely will need to make the journey, like the water maker, alternator, wind data instruments, etc. Once you gather the stuff needed, you can ship them to Tonga and install. Get the boat back in the water in late Summer, early Fall and make your way to Australia or New Zealand for a haul-out and survey. Yes, you’ll be making this passage without insurance, but it will be at a much safer time. I know this is not what you want to do, or want to hear, but to me, it presents the least risky route. I’m a lifelong sailor and much older than you, so maybe too cautious, but that’s my two cents worth. Regards, Don

@cliffmainor4255 3 года назад

That's a dang good, well-thought-out suggestion. Gotta be hard for these two to consider leaving this boat AGAIN, however.

@bigfoot99 3 года назад

@@cliffmainor4255 Getting back into Tonga after leaving might be problematic

@christophermattson206 3 года назад

You two are a great team and an inspiration to many people. Your positivity is infectious and something we all need right now.

@richardgreen7225 3 года назад

You did not mention the "non-decisions" - [1] Stay where you are. [2] Put the boat back on the hard (if that makes it safer), and go home. [3] Change the boat's registration or get a buyer who can insure it, and will accept an unknown delivery date?

@jonathanbell5561 3 года назад

My uneducated gut is your insurance survey will likely require yet more fixes or updates getting even closer to that $50k anyway. I would take the safer but maybe more expensive option. After all your work a nice get it all done in NZ will remove stress. Love your videos!

@slagdemon 3 года назад

I agree. Both options presented were not ideal, but the safer one would be the more expensive one, and in the long run, appears that it will make the most sense.

@2Travelis2Live 3 года назад

You guys have done many kind things for others, contributing to and educating about the communities you visit. Maybe you or someone else could set up a go fund me page. I mean to get you closer to that $50,000. Just a thought.

@terrycrane6468 3 года назад

@@2Travelis2Live I'm in on that, I would give to the go fund me or donation site. I think the window repairs alone are going to be huge anyway. Investing in repairing the boat is like putting money into your business...and this is your business and it will be okay. Sending you great intentions for miracles to unfold for you both.

@sgilman1985 3 года назад

Yah it’s time you get out of Tonga and get some depot level maintenance. You have slow rot occurring and logistics are going to keep You from moving on soon....gotta get to New Zealand and just get it done at this point.

@allanfifield8256 3 года назад

0:08 " . . . a boatload of projects to take care of . . . " I see what you did there.

@sarahconner5743 3 года назад

Nikki and Jason, I love, and always have loved your optimism and positive outlook on life! I also know that hearing your list of boat projects is honestly daunting.... we have a 38’ monohull. Super well built, high quality - but MAN, these projects lists never end. In saying this, your list IS tough, and you have a LOT going on. I wish we could offer you more help, than just the good mojo and positive support we send to you guys regularly! After watching your video though, we thought, possibly it would cost much less and be better for your tight schedule to pay to fly out a certified surveyor? You both are smart, and I’m sure you’ve considered this and much more. We just wanted to reach out and share an idea. We love you guys and there are TENS of THOUSANDS of us out here that never want to bother you. Just want you to know, you guys are loved, and so appreciated!!! ~The Conner’s on s/v Marley

@gonewiththewynns 3 года назад

Awe, thanks so much for the love. Tonga's borders are closed and so flying anyone in isn't an option. Even Tongan citizens are still struggling to get home on the very few and far between repatriation flights. We will get it all sorted out and for sure, we feel all that good mojo you send our way. It's what keeps us optimistic!

@gchain67 3 года назад

I think you should apply for the exception for entry on grounds of humanitarian reasons to New Zealand. Just find a place in New Zealand for the window work you need to do and get a bid for it. You should be able to get one. Then apply using the form for exception under humanitarian reasons. “Where should provide written evidence of a contract with one or more New Zealand based companies (subject to the vessel being granted a border entry exemption). This should include a schedule of intended works/equipment purchased for repair or refitting of the vessel and the estimated cost of repairs. A repair or refit may involve: • A repair to the yacht/vessel and repair to, or new equipment • A refit of the interior and/or exterior of the yacht/vessel (this might involve removal of the existing interior and rebuilding, and for external re-modelling/rebuilding the yacht in some form) • Refurbishment to keep the yacht/vessel maintained in a safe and good seaworthy condition including compliance to classification societies or government’s survey requirements for yachts and vessels in surv...” You have a chance of approval and I don’t believe the 50k requirement you mentioned applies to small vessels less than 30mt. What do you have to lose, apply. If they say no, then Fiji is the fallback option even if not ideal, better serviced than Tonga