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Stuck in the MUD | S06E40

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  • This week we finally splash Atticus II, but realize pretty quickly that we need to move the boat to another location to avoid some super shallow conditions. While trying to leave our slip, disaster hits and we get stuck in the mud…
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ความคิดเห็น • 272

  • @klouism1
    @klouism1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As shallow as that Marina is I would think they would get those obstacles out of there so that people don't damage their boats. But what do I know? I'm glad you got to your destination relatively on time and had a great wedding and reception. Thank you for the video. Wishing you safe sailing.

  • @aweinrich74
    @aweinrich74 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Hey guys, I just want to thank you for all the videos you put out for us all to watch! I don't know if you remember me but I told you guys I got a sailboat, and the work to fix it up has been intense and overwhelming at times but you taught me to stick with it because of the fun that comes after all the work is done. You taught me how much work it can be and what to expect and not to give up. That info you share has helped me see the work as "normal" and part of owning a sailboat. Fair winds 👍

  • @rboston33
    @rboston33 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Looks like that marina needs some major maintenance on their fairways. Brains over brawn! Good job.

  • @Sommers234
    @Sommers234 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good description and diagrams of the obstacles you had to traverse. Atticus ll has never looked better! And that ahaa feeling once she splashed and you were floating free....

  • @erickrueger6464
    @erickrueger6464 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude, I work on my sailboat and do a lot of the work but, you sir are very good at repairing and maintaining your vessel. Job well done sir.

  • @matthewdavidson8070
    @matthewdavidson8070 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hey guys… hang a pair of really big bumpers off the aft rail to keep the dingy from chaff. Also figure out how to avoid chaff when you tie diagonal lateral lines to stop swing over the tubes. Otherwise you’ll chaff the tubes as well. Just a friendly reminder… that’s a nice new dinghy and chaff happens quickly. Be well…
    Matthew SV wildflower Seattle

  • @johnmayer3433
    @johnmayer3433 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Using the halyard in a controlled manner was good seamanship!

  • @davidoverholt251
    @davidoverholt251 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love how much you two share on the boats, and as you move forward! Still worry about you three in the water!

  • @goleafsgo8496
    @goleafsgo8496 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Fortunately all of the struggles and hitting of underwater obstacles was done at super slow speeds and sounds like known wooden objects. Not impossible but the chance for any real damage are pretty low. I thought you were all set once she floated clear of the crane. Weird the marina gave you that slip as they should have known you have a pretty deep draft on Atticus 2. Congrats on splashing and a great wedding festivity.

  • @AMorgan57
    @AMorgan57 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ha, I have done the travel-like-hell-change-in-the-parking-lot-for-a-wedding thing too.

  • @clivestainlesssteelwomble7665
    @clivestainlesssteelwomble7665 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thats called Careening...Deep Fixed keels are a bit of a pain inshore..
    Marina needs to do some dredging out 😉

  • @johnguz76
    @johnguz76 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yeah I agree that marina needs to clear any debris out of the lanes.Great to see Atticus back in the water again..There is some yellow paint stuff to put on the prop but I’m not sure what it’s called.The Bimini looks great..

  • @markzieg3593
    @markzieg3593 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The wedding looked like it was a blast! Thanks for sharing.

  • @bdphourde
    @bdphourde 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Re-splashing your boat after a long while on the hard is like the running back blasting through the gap stiff-arming everyone until they break into the open and... unfurl the sails!
    Makes one wonder just how the boatyard could know of broken off pilings in the runway and not drag them out! When you get back from Raleigh, you need to haul the boat out again and repaint the bottom of the keel! But of course, you know that. We'll always know there is a scuff on the bottom of that keel until you fix it! 😄 If you are going to go down the ICW, hold off on that until you get past Maransas Pass around St. Augustine.

  • @freyja4954
    @freyja4954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Glad you guys were able to get out without doing any damage. sounds like that Marina has some maintenance to do.
    I would suggest grabbing a pair of goggles though to take a look at the bottom of the keel.

  • @rwhunt99
    @rwhunt99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That's why Jordan is the Captain!!, great job and a clear window into the ups and downs of boat life and you determination prevails. Hope you're soon on your way to some great sailing!

  • @michaelmartin5593
    @michaelmartin5593 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brings back fond and not so fond memories of the base marina at Keesler AFB in Biloxi. Fond, because I met my wife there and courted her on the boat. Not so fond because we were ALWAYS running aground in the back bay mud. Glad you made it out.

  • @YourMom777-x3x
    @YourMom777-x3x 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well, nothing like banging and scraping up new bottom paint. If you want to ruin all your fresh paint job that’s the way to do it! 👍🏿

  • @tinacatharinaeden2711
    @tinacatharinaeden2711 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats guys! It looked like a stressful launch, but in the end it all worked out. Desire, I had to teach myself to stay calm in stressful situations by telling myself that I had to stay calm during and could stress after the emergency was over. It works! Safe sailing and can't wait to see your next adventure! The wedding looked wonderful and lots of fun! ❤️

  • @jessren1618
    @jessren1618 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is Marvins spouse Jessica! Walked by with our little man yesterday but didn’t see you guys out. Wanted to stop by and meet y’all in person. The boat canvas and additions look amazing, even better in person! So cool y’all are in Washington! We are near the downtown area so give Marvin a call!

  • @scottgoode9874
    @scottgoode9874 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Fantastic to see you in the water. But what is the marina doing?? Why have they not moved those pylons to stop a major boat disaster??
    Have you managed to check for damage on your keel? It always happens just after a major new clean paint job on your beautiful bottom!
    You have done some amazing work on Atticus.

    • @ronniemedlin
      @ronniemedlin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The marinas in this part of North Carolina have been devastated by hurricanes in recent years. Submerged objects buried in the pluff mud is not something most marinas can afford to fix. It looks like the wind drove the water out of that area on day of their launch. It probably would not have been a problem on a normal day.

  • @Tomm9y
    @Tomm9y 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It sounds like that marina needs to do some dredging.

  • @rfdinesen4027
    @rfdinesen4027 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an odyssey getting out of the marina! Way to be persistent. Wonderful wishes to your friends.

  • @richardshoemaker8608
    @richardshoemaker8608 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just watched this episode and loved that you got to practice running that boat aground and out by using your heads. You guys must be super proud to have splashed Atticus II. Great work with some very interesting DIY videos. I also agree with sern8ty.

  • @yoyojoe9240
    @yoyojoe9240 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    It's always good to experience "happiness" in the current World conditions.! Yoo-hoo..!! Happy Trails..!

  • @Lancelot59
    @Lancelot59 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow that was something to watch after all you have done. Has anyone looked at possible damage? Looks like an awesome wedding too. Glad you had fun.

  • @williamstreet4304
    @williamstreet4304 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome episode! From the difficulties getting Atticus II out of the shallows and into a dock to the glorious celebration of an international wedding, you simply delivered a great voayage for us. I look forward to many more voyages on Atticus II.

  • @trevorbyron9448
    @trevorbyron9448 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Like a soapie, P. Atticus has become the most qualitative sailboat show. Liked it when you'll changed out of the boot of a car...so used to the outdoor life- at odds with your regular plastic world. Desire looked stunning at function...P.Atticus has become addictive...always something Grand to watch

  • @maryjnorwood3962
    @maryjnorwood3962 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a nail biter! So glad you guys were able to finally get out. (That wedding looked amazing!) 💕💕💕

  • @tomriley5790
    @tomriley5790 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Can't help thinking all this dragging over things can't be good for the paint that you've done. Hope there isn't any more damage. Glad you got out of there though!

  • @franciscoporras9332
    @franciscoporras9332 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sorry guys I’ve been under the weather,Desiree you are so right,Jordan is very hard working individual,very smart,👀🤟You have the best husband ever,su amigo Chapin en Boston,los quiero mucho ❤️👍también capitán Oso 🐻

  • @FriendM2010
    @FriendM2010 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Not a boater at this moment, however, I would expect the marine management would match customer boat types and depth of boat bottom to appropriate slips. Perhaps dredge the dock areas? I’d be a bit perturbed with what you went through … 🤨🤭🥴🤓

    • @bmunday
      @bmunday 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      then you may not make it in and out of many marinas. the costs of what you are assuming should be done, is why it is not. 6.5' of keel is bigger than most marinas can afford to maintain at their shallowest slips/haulouts.

    • @kubotaman100
      @kubotaman100 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Keep in mind it isn't uncommon for entire marinas to be nothing but mud on a super low tide following a heavy northern front that blows the water out of the bay.

  • @svoceanrhythms1209
    @svoceanrhythms1209 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Luv you two, and Oso. Great job kids!

  • @scottsmith8546
    @scottsmith8546 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Atticus II looks absolutely stunning! Great job folks, you did a tremendous job.

  • @flyertalking1107
    @flyertalking1107 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The max prop anode won’t last very long as is. One tip to help it last longer is to paint around where you put the bolts through the anode with spray on Trilux anti foul. That part of the anode won’t then dissolve as quickly . It is very thin in this part and the bolts rapidly become free otherwise. The other option is to buy the bronze adapter plate they sell which means you can attach the anode with a long bolt through the centre. Ours lasted October to August through the Caribbean and Pacific to Australia with this.

  • @carolgale2590
    @carolgale2590 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Quite a stressful start but glad you are on the water again

  • @kevinsnelson2387
    @kevinsnelson2387 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Whenever you two are on the hard it's like watching a caged bird sing. So glad you're back in the blue and can't wait to see where you set off to next! Thanks for all your hard work and tenacity. Love seeing you two happy!

  • @paul_gradenwitz
    @paul_gradenwitz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great episode, great to see you floating again. You have still something on your to do list. Once you are in warmer and clearer water you might want to see how that dragging affected the underwater part An outcome as " we couldn't find any signs" or "good we looked one of the anti corrosion blocks is missing" are as welcome. One because no extra work is needed the other because more damage can be averted. But anyway it will make another great episode.

  • @peterdavies2058
    @peterdavies2058 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So glad to see you made it out of the boat yard!

  • @chhindz
    @chhindz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I can appreciate now that the last boatyard I hauled out at was also home to a dredge company.

  • @mikakari9498
    @mikakari9498 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Last summer we got really really stuck. It is so annoying. Glad you are back in water.

  • @owenpowers1695
    @owenpowers1695 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can't wait for summer.

  • @327365hp
    @327365hp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    WOW, that was stressfull getting out of there! Glad you made it!

  • @sailingoursoutherncross
    @sailingoursoutherncross 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    PHEW! What a stressball! Glad you got around those blockages, and hopefully they address what is sunken right there in their Marina, they need to drag that stuff up and maybe dredge that area better. Sounds tight. Ours is basically a 6foot draft as well, so we feel for ya and know what it's like= our own mooring ball is only a few yards away from an area to run aground on, and we had a close call once when we went too wide in bad weather trying to grab our ball on a return trip. (50mph gusts and bad currents all working against us), it sure is a trial by fire sometimes. hehehe

  • @larrydicenzo3826
    @larrydicenzo3826 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very impressive figuring out how to get out of the Marina!

  • @markisLem
    @markisLem 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A bit of nail polish around the screws on the zinc will prevent the zinc from falling off your prop.

  • @svshadyinvestment6647
    @svshadyinvestment6647 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad it wasn’t a worse problem

  • @buckboardfreight5537
    @buckboardfreight5537 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So much for the new bottom paint… I feel your pain

  • @carlhill3554
    @carlhill3554 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations , ready set check , fix do it again until liftoff!

  • @lesshustlemorecoffee
    @lesshustlemorecoffee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad you are finally splashed! Loved the episode!

  • @thinkocean440
    @thinkocean440 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Back in the water awesome! Sucks you hit things fresh out of the yard with a perfect hull. Is it dinged up badly? Are you gonna check it? Concerned?

  • @rainfinger
    @rainfinger 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. At least you can admit you just painted the bottom then grounded the boat.

  • @mfhairstream6812
    @mfhairstream6812 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    When the going gets tough, the tough go boating

  • @johnnyschmidt6945
    @johnnyschmidt6945 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "Nothing like a good 👍 coat of paint"
    Applies to boats especially like yours in the seawater...
    Great that Jordan has skills to keep it up teamwork you both use to keep er up to par repairing much as needed
    Great job

  • @bobsails9750
    @bobsails9750 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you

  • @donlopeaguirre112
    @donlopeaguirre112 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jordan, excellent problem solving with the halyard - super stressful moment and you maintained an even keel (see what I did there?!?!?). Safe Passages you two, love you and your channel!

  • @georgemorris9971
    @georgemorris9971 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am so impressed that in the chaos and stress of departing the marina you managed to keep filming and droning!

  • @deraneaton2576
    @deraneaton2576 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "Brains over brawn" would wait for high tide and then float free. Brawn becomes necessary when the brainwork hasn't happened beforehand to clear the submerged debris.
    Glad you made the wedding!

  • @billhanna8838
    @billhanna8838 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You handled the grounding well

  • @SVHummingbird2
    @SVHummingbird2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    After all that work, it must have been super stressful getting stuck, all the time wondering what it was doing to the fresh paint and any other parts below water.

  • @alohatvj
    @alohatvj 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So happy 😊 😃 😀 you got the boat out safely. Look forward to many cool boat adventures.

  • @h.v7461
    @h.v7461 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow, that was intense getting your boat out. I can imagine it was 100X more intense in real time. Hope there was no damage. Be well, be safe. Cheers 🍻

    • @bdphourde
      @bdphourde 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Do you listen to the X-22 Rpt? He ends his podcast the same way!

    • @h.v7461
      @h.v7461 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bdphourde i didn’t before. Tks.

  • @graeme-sailingskeptic
    @graeme-sailingskeptic 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    so much for that nice new bottom paint

  • @DCS026
    @DCS026 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow, glad everything worked for your guys, that was an intense episode.

  • @SailingJohanna
    @SailingJohanna 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Woo hoo! The Litzen🍔🍔s!!! We love both of your channels!

  • @christopherbarber9351
    @christopherbarber9351 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent episode, balancing the stresses of getting out of the silted-in dock area with the celebration of the wedding.

  • @moneyfornothing3264
    @moneyfornothing3264 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations on another splash 💦 ⛵️
    When you were stuck, I was thinking he muddied the propeller!!! Des looked beautiful for the wedding!

  • @angelcalero6464
    @angelcalero6464 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know that area pretty good. My boat was stuck for like 3 to 4 days. That boat draw only 5ft and my keel sunk inside that mud about a foot. That area is the weirdest thing. If a strong breeze comes in, that area acts as a funnel and takes the water out not the tide.

  • @lonniepee9804
    @lonniepee9804 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I wonder why the marina hasn't had those pilings removed, or at least made it known that it's necessary to pass on the south end of the one in the fairway and to not use the slip that has the problem.

    • @RappinIggyG
      @RappinIggyG 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfathomable...

    • @lonniepee9804
      @lonniepee9804 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RappinIggyG Well, then I guess they'll all have to wait for a higher tide. OOh, that's DEEP.😎

  • @rbnhood39
    @rbnhood39 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Desiree I would have lost my mind after hitting the second obstacle. Ya would think the marina owners would remove any junk on the bottom. Cool wedding though.

  • @fdsgct
    @fdsgct 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    At last! You are free. I'm very happy for both of you. Godspeed, good winds. You are making my day every Saturday!

  • @henrikschwarz5214
    @henrikschwarz5214 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice to se the boat In the water. It’s remind me of our old boat fjord ms 33 In green of course i try to send a picther 😊 Best Regard IMIAK from Denmark

  • @btrent9244
    @btrent9244 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Outstanding job getting past the obstructions at the marina. WOW, Jordan stayed cool under pressure. Good deal. Great video. Wedding looked fun too👍🇺🇸😎...

  • @laurierodriguez1432
    @laurierodriguez1432 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a great video...as always!✌️💜

  • @ericsmith384
    @ericsmith384 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome episode.

  • @Stan_L
    @Stan_L 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Thanks for sharing.

  • @kirk9671
    @kirk9671 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking forward to the next haul out to see what happened if anything.

  • @brianpetersen3429
    @brianpetersen3429 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great video! Excellent problem solving allowing for participation in a remarkable Indian wedding.

  • @albertmeursault
    @albertmeursault 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice to see you under way again :)

  • @williamoberlander7932
    @williamoberlander7932 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video ! Thank you

  • @melinda5777
    @melinda5777 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoyed this video!! Thanks for sharing!

  • @jorgegorina8358
    @jorgegorina8358 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you guys made it out safe. Congratulations to the bride and groom. Safe travels.

  • @jasonwickens0813
    @jasonwickens0813 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Talk about stress. All of the labor intensive work was literally on the line. Wow 👏 great job guys. Can't wait for summer and awesome warm inviting island videos. Oso, living the dream little buddy. Calm seas, from here on out.

  • @donotwantahandle1111
    @donotwantahandle1111 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You guys are so capable now! Even when things go wrong you find a solution!

  • @jckirby7994
    @jckirby7994 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love you guys and your awsom adventures

  • @Ohlboythekidd
    @Ohlboythekidd 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    make my day every video thank you.

  • @LiftRanger
    @LiftRanger 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful video, thank you! So glad you're back on the wet and got unstuck!

  • @kristaready8812
    @kristaready8812 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was stressful to watch. Good on you for making it through with smiles on your faces!!

  • @chrisgentry7195
    @chrisgentry7195 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That wedding dress would definitely make it back on the boat for some later fun. What a pretty woman.

  • @zino6310
    @zino6310 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    THE AMOUNT OF WORK THOSE PEOPLE DID ON YOUR OUTDOOR PATIO WAS INCREDIBLE!!!! TALK ABOUT CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!! RARELY SEE A COMPANY GO ABOVE AND BEYOND LIKE THAT THESE DAYS 👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️😁😁

  • @jeffrouse8098
    @jeffrouse8098 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are a wonderful couple
    Great information

  • @0guiteo
    @0guiteo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so impressed with you folks. The hard work (work on the hard) pays off while afloat. Good luck.

  • @davidoverholt251
    @davidoverholt251 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You two have so much work to perform monthly! I worry about you two as you travel! Please be careful!

  • @Qwiv
    @Qwiv 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats for hitting the water and thank you for the video. Loved the wedding footage.

  • @hogroamer260
    @hogroamer260 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lightning protection is tricky business, one part science, two parts magic! Did someone tell you the plate needed to be replaced? Looked like surface corrosion that could been cleaned off easily with a brush. Replacement was a lot of work, maybe just playing it safe due to all the expensive electronics? Just curious, great job, as always.

  • @koborkutya7338
    @koborkutya7338 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for showing how to handle problem in action. Desiree you looked great on that wedding! :) How surreal it can be from banking the boat to a wedding in 2 hours, people wouldn't believe than 2 hours before you did whaaaat...

  • @johnhoag2171
    @johnhoag2171 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It was stressful just watching it!!!!

  • @Supanova70
    @Supanova70 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It was that extra coat of paint that held you guys up lol

  • @jwm4436
    @jwm4436 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Never a dull moment-
    Thanks for sharing
    Life is good~

  • @doozowings4672
    @doozowings4672 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nailed it … you have a great spaceship and a great platform to build on .