There's no such thing as time when you are living the boat life. And safety is always #1! Besides, adding a few days is just adding more video for everyone's pleasure!!
If you do decide to head back to Canada for a while, highly recommend a stop on Bald Head Island, North Carolina. Nice little grocery store. Couple of great bars. Nice beach. Lighthouse. No cars allowed on the island. Golf cart use, bicycles and feet are the only way around. Carts available for rental. Absolutely beautiful!
I guess I understand why people want to leave for hurricane season, but summer is the best time to be in the Bahamas. The winds die down and the sea gets very flat. The water gets so warm that you can stay in all day without getting cold. The silt in the water settles out and it gets crystal clear. I know its very clean and clear now, but summer is a whole new standard in transparent water. There are days when there isn't a ripple on the surface and boats appear to be floating in air 20 feet above the bottom. I'm preparing my boat for departure in mid to late May so I can cruise until mid-August, which is when the hurricane risk starts to go up dramatically. If you haven't seen the Bahamas in July, you haven't seen it, not really. I'm actually considering having My boat hauled out in Georgetown in August and storing it in a cradle on shore through the winter so I can continue south to Inagua and Hogsty Reef next May. Strange that so many people run away just when I think is the best time to be there, and I haul out through the winter when everyone wants to cruise. I think people who get out ahead of summer do this because they have never seen a summer there. You can do what you want with this strange advice, but you could cruise around the Abacos or the Berries and still be within range of Florida if a hurricane threatens. Just haul out for a storm. Boats stored on the land tend to do pretty well. My little MacGregor 25 weathered hurricane Irma on its trailer in the keys. Boats on moorings or tied to the dock were sunk, but the boats stored on the land had minimal damage. I just washed the leaves off of it and was good to go. Best of luck to you whatever you decide.
@@captainfatty6852 Tech is important for such risky cruising. I'll be testing a new Sirius satellite weather receiver this summer. My plans take me well off the beaten trail, and out of range from cell towers or other sources of weather info aside from the satellite weather info. Hopefully it gives me enough advance warning if any nasty weather heads my way.
Did that phone survive? The beauty of sailing is that we let the wind and weather take us. And if conditions dictate to go in the opposite direction, then that’s is probably a good thing. Keep on sailing. Dang, Atticus was already big 4 years ago?
Before you leave Long Island, I should also tell you that there is another island chain almost identical to the exumas but almost completely uninhabited running to the west from New Found Harbour on Long Island. Not sure how the winds will work for you going there, and especially coming back east. If the winds are on your bow going south, you might be able to reach both going west and returning east from there. Its the same deal as Hogsty Reef, no one visits, so nothing is fished out or damaged. Its like the exumas were before people started going there. This island chain is on my bucket list after Hogsty Reef. If my boat survives the Scrub Cays this summer, Hogsty reef next summer and another winter on the hard in Georgetown, I'll probably go there the following year before making my way back along the exumas or Eleuthera after two winters in storage in Georgetown. You're right there, it would be the perfect time to check it out if you think it might be interesting.
Happy 50th. WOW! Good for you! FYI - For what it's like "coming down" in late fall, check out the "Wicked Salty" channel. (Those kids have been slogging along for months now!) If you go all the way up to NE and NS... for summer/fall -- you gotta come down again in Oct/Nov/Dec. Ugly. You do have a third choice - up the Ten Tom (as I have previously mentioned). I really hope you seriously explore the possibility as your boat is the right side - you might not even have to take the mast down... How high is your stick above the water? You can be out of TN in a few weeks... and back to Mobile Bay. Its going to be MONTHS of motoring again, coming back down from Olde New England or Nova Scotia - both of which usually only have about 10 nice days of sailing every summer and fall! Fair winds.
Keep living your dreams! If you choose, please keep posting, it is very inspirational to a lot of us, there will always be haters who are afraid to chase there dreams and hide behind negativity ! Every week I come home from my 7-5 and look very forward to Lady K in that crystal blue water! Much love!
The phone problem... Lookup a company called Blackview. It's what we are all switching to. I tested my 8000pro to 20' and no issues. Friend of mine Ashley got a 9500 with the huge battery. It lasts for about 5 days with constant use before needing a 5hr charge. They also have better GPS positioning with less drift.
If you do get to Cuba, consider going around and along the south coast. The north is very controlled as to where you can stop and in many cases you have to dock at designated marinas and not just anchor where you want. The south coast is friendlier, more “Caribbean” and you can anchor just about anywhere. A bit of a hassle with passport control but that’s common to all of Cuba. Worth investigating.
I’am very late getting to your party on your fiftieth, but all your videos are excellent. I’am a retired commercial fisherman. Fished offshore George’s ban, Nantucket shoals. And it’s been great learning about hanging sheets from a boat. Want to tell your audience that as far as seamanship, navigating, you’ve got all the street cred, any offshore fisherman respects. So thanks for continuing to teach this old dogs some new tricks.
Hey hey lady k! I think it’s awesome that you Guys post your mistakes even if it’s embarrassing. I discovered your channel about a week ago and now I start my day and end it with a lady k video. The honesty is what keeps me coming back for more videos and I know nothing about sailing⛵️. Thanks!
I think this time of year already by going to Florida regrouping getting boat supplies in Florida that you can’t get heading south and take your time slow and steady is the safe thing to do
I am glad you are out here on utube as I enjoy your videos. I don't do facebook or other social media as its not secure so utube is my media. Don't let the people out there that are negative bring you down, that's all they have since the are so unhappy with their life. Keep it up!
Hey Guys, Layla here, fellow Canadians, met you in Georgetown... We are in Manjack Cay Abacos right now. Love love love that you are taking care to not get yourselves in any bad situations on your adventure. While in Eleuthera, visit the pink sand beaches.. beautiful.. visit the window pane as well.. more bad weather ahead of us so hunker down once more and enjoy the ride.. We will continue to follow you wherever you go..
Hey Candice and Tim - remember 99% of people are good, positive etc. Ignore the lousy 1% who only criticise others because of their own inadequacies. I live your vlogs, your honesty and the experiences you share with us all! Keep it up and cheers from 38 degrees South!
Just saying. I have watched you guys when you left Canuckville. Love your blog. Don't ever change for someone that's to scared to do what you're doing. Fair winds and God bless.
Love your journey so far! There are two types of jealous people. Ones that encourage you to keep going and ones that are haters! Keep being you because you will never make everyone happy!
Dream ON ! Thank you for including us . :) there are people with sour attitudes and we all do our best to deal with them.Shake it off, watch cat videos or whatever you need to keep a positive attitude. I know i appreciate your channel.
Block the negativity, live your dream and thanks for letting me experience it through your videos. I really like how the videos are real, showing both good and not so good times. It would be really cool to meet up If you do make it to the East coast of Canada, great sailing. Thanks for posting, great video, congrats on making 50. Cheers.
I'm hoping to follow in your footsteps this fall (except the sinking part!) so we are following very closely and enjoying very much. Thanks for keeping it real!
Congratulations on your 50th episode! We’ve been watching since the beginning and it’s been awesome to see you living your dream! Thanks for keeping it real!
Well should you decide to come back to the north, don't discount traveling up the bay of Fundy and spending a week or two in the Saint John river. Best during July and August.
Awesome video you two. Congratulations on the 50th video. Your channel rocks. I vote for the northern option for the summer. You will be so hot down in the Rio Dulce.
Your revised plans as you previously explained in the live make sense, I'm not sure if you are ready for going north yet but it's going to depend on how much work you have to do. Going north you could do work as you go as easy access to supplies. West you will have be ready before you head out. I know passage making is sort of boring but I really enjoy the act going from place to place. Something about helming I enjoy, I've only ever been out for weeks not months at a time so I'm sure it feels different for you. Cheers Warren
Uncle John here Haters gonna hate When you run into bad weather in the Bahamas remember what it’s like in Canada Can’t wait for you to go to Florida would love to meet up with you two
Contrary to what most cruisers attempt, which is to run Georgetown to Puerto Rico from early season thru Easter (Dec-Apr), I find it much better to do that run in the "shoulder" season (late April - May-early June). Christmas winds dominate the early season, and noone likes beating into NE 20 for 1200 miles. Also pass on the July late season pulse of enhanced SE trades. Best tactic I've found is to stage in S Exumas or Georgetown and wait for the inevitable calm period which will hit once or twice in that 2 month shoulder period, often for 5 days at a time. Keep your fuel topped up and motor the rhumb lines from point to point of each island, don't stop, and if you're really lucky can make PR in an absolutely boring, calm motor run. Don't worry about the spots you've missed. Stop at every little nook on the way back downwind. If you do have to face it in Dec-Mar, follow Van Sants rules and take advantage of every little break you can, from night lees to riding the cold fronts. Other option is to use the delivery crew route. Stage between Marsh Harbour thru N Eleuthera, get a 3 day window of lighter SE and run at top speed due E into the middle of nowhere and when the inevitable NE winter winds come back turn S onto a broad reach and hope to land somewhere between W Puerto Rico and the Virgins. This route requires more crew and a greater confidence in the engine and gear. Never despair, eventually the wind will always be in your favour. Just throw out the timetable and your cruising will be happier.
Ok literally my sister in-law is in Florida right now 🤪🤪 I knew we should've went maahhhh 😘 Omg the snorkeling footage !!!! Ah snorkeling for the phone 😣 glad you got it .
Congratulations on your 50th episode. I really enjoy your videos! If you do go toward Eleuthera, I very definitely recommend Harbour Island. Beautiful and totally fun. The Rock House restaurant is superb and Gusty's Bar is always jumping! Ramora Bay is a great marina and their restaurant is great too. Have fun!
I dont want to tell you where to go as its your decision but I have been to the Bahamas 5 Times on my Pearson 424. 1. Dont be in a hurry. Weather changes and if you watch it you can sail with out ever getting into a bad situations. Letting the calendar force you into leaving can get you hurt. Weather and wind direction are the biggest importance. You are rite to change your plans. There are many spots to stay on Long island that are protected . We spent 4 days in Thompson Bay in the north end while a blow with 40 mph winds passed . There is a Bar Hotel there and Government Dock . We would go up have a few and use the WIFI. There is also a local store a short walk from there. 23 20'25.62"N 75 7"23.19"W is just off the dock and Hotel/bar near Salt Pond . You might like to try the Jumentos Cays (northern part) and the Ragged Islands (southern part) Then you can jump to Cuba or do a few overnights and use the current to speed your way to the Florida Keys. Or you can go north back to Georgetown. Wish I was there but maybe another time
Congratulations on your 50th episode. I've watched from the beginning and you guys have come a long way, you should be proud of yourselves... For what its worth, Id like to see you guys head south to Cuba and Mexico.. I'll be watching no matter what you decide... Thanks again for 50 great videos, I'm looking forward to the next 50....
Great spending that afternoon at the beach together! Even you didn’t like my hat my cap made it onto this episode 😂 Tomorrow we’ll be at Tigers again. Maybe see you there...?
I would like to see you guys catch some fish and prepare it and cook it up and see how good it is - would save on grocery costs, (better for you than bacon and junk food too!) love Mom
Fishing throughout the caribbean is iffy. Trolling along sailing in less than truly deep water snags baracuda after baracuda, and thanks to cigatuera, have to toss them. In the Bahamas spearing reef fish is a chancy thing, either the baracuda living on your shoulder as soon as you get in the water or the bull shark trolling below are almost certain to pull it off your spear before you get it to the dinghy. So, Bahamas is really only for the odd lobster and hard to clean conch. When you do get offshore, get your lines in first in the morning looking for mahi mahi or wahoo. They're not as plentiful as they were decades ago, but well worth it. Keep a freezer ready to bag it and save for later. If on your trip Miami to the Virgins you snag 2 or more mahi, you've done well, pat yourself on the back.
When I read a negative comment on anyone’s channel I can’t help but think what a shit life they must live they didn’t have to watch or focus on something different than their opinion and then run the mouth when most others reading are finding them to be a fool !!! Thanks for sharing you too are fun to keep up with take it to 100👍👍
Hey folks, reguarding your cockpit pit drain. That hose needs to take a 180 degree large loop. She won’t kink, and you will have an air gap. Rich Naples Naples, Fl. FV Tribute 40 Luhrs ASA certificates to 48 Cat
Aloha! 🌺 Just discovered your channel recently and thoroughly enjoying it! 💕 Love the how-to’s as well. I’m going with your suggestions on using an iPad as an additional navigation source. What do you use to protect your iPad and also how do you affix it in your cockpit?
Atticus has left the Rio going north for the season. I think planning to refit in North Carolina for hurricane season. The route is eastern Cuba, Bahamas then north. In the good old days they locked up all the crazy people. Now they just let them live under bridges and surf the net. Ya'll are doing just fine. For me, I would keep going north. That would work for the Canadian legal stuff like health care. And lots of really pretty stuff to see up there. Just not bikini weather.
Gotta love all the negative comments from arm chair sailors your trip your call as to where you go great videos guys keep the keel on the downside cheers
Dont ever put safety over customs.......Bahamas Customs will yell at you (maybe), but seriously dont worry about it.........They get this all the time cruisers being tardy on immigration either extending or leaving...You do not need to check out of Bahamas.....wink...wink...... Its not Cuba!!!! Go to New England for the summer...Go from Abacos and catch the gulf stream.....
I think you guys are doing great, sorry to hear about the negative comment. You know what they say “always a few bad apples in the barrel” I agree .... hard to put yourself out there for everyone to see but remember, its not for everyone. Question: would you say life on a sail is not what you expected or exactly what you expected. In closing, I have decided to join your Patreon to help support your film production. I know the elements are hard on your equipment and I’m sure every dollar helps.
Hey guys, not very hard NORTH=COLD ... SOUTH=WARM hummmm not so hard and if you are to go to Nova Scotia, where are you going to pass? If it is the St-Laurence sea way, do your homework, as there are sailors like you and I, where since 2010 my wife and I have sailed from here, St-Blaise sur Richelieu, Québec to Trinidad and back a couple of times, and there are the mariners that do the St-Laurence seaway, which is a very different sail, 18, yes yes 18 feet of tides and 5 to 8 knots of current at times and weather. Well if you choose that way you will pass in front of our property and we will be having a party when you arrive loll. Sincerely, do your homework, as we have went only from Montreal to Isle aux Coudes and never again.
Love these RU-vidrs! They mentioned the depth is 6.6 (I assume feet?) .......... How much clearance or depth do they need? I'm not a sailor at all.......
Sucks about your phone, the only thing that sinks faster than a stone is an i-phone! I remember reaching down to untie that stern line and hearing that horrible splash sound when there should not be one...shit!
